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damoos91 · 27 September 2013, 03:42 PM

I'm thinking of buying either in 36mm. I've been told the Exp is "clunkier" and the 3132 movement is slightly less accurate then that over the co-axial. So is the Omega the better deal? Please weigh in! thanks -Jordan M.

Dr. Robert · 27 September 2013, 03:54 PM

Get the Rolex, it holds its value.
Ps if you demand perfect accuracy get a quartz watch
A Rolex is like a good friend on your wrist & good friends
are sometimes not perfect.

Laszlo · 27 September 2013, 04:04 PM

I'd get the Rolex as well. I have an Omega 2254 and it seems so soulless. Not sure why, just is.

JakobZ · 27 September 2013, 04:17 PM

I'd totally go with the explorer, I love the 36mm version it's so complete from all perspectives!

Grumpy Badger · 27 September 2013, 04:37 PM

Over on the omega forum you were talking about getting an AT Quartz because you were on a budget but now you're after a co-axial 8500 or an Explorer?
Well, if I only had to have one watch I'd go for the Explorer as it's more versatile IMO and it will undoubtedly hold it's value better.

However because I have a 14060m that I were every day in a rough, outdoor environment I wanted something a little dressier for when I get cleaned up and go into town so I went for the Blue AT 8500 38.5mm.

damoos91 · 27 September 2013, 05:45 PM

[QUOTE=Grumpy Badger;4437572]Over on the omega forum you were talking about getting an AT Quartz because you were on a budget but now you're after a co-axial 8500 or an Explorer?
Well, if I only had to have one watch I'd go for the Explorer as it's more versatile IMO and it will undoubtedly hold it's value better.
However because I have a 14060m that I were every day in a rough, outdoor environment I wanted something a little dressier for when I get cleaned up and go into town so I went for the Blue AT 8500 38.5mm.

After thinking about it some more, it just seems pointless to have an omega or rolex with quartz movement. it would be like getting bmw with a toyota engine.

travisb · 27 September 2013, 06:50 PM

Go with the Exp.

The GMT Master · 27 September 2013, 07:15 PM

The Aqua Terra is hands down the better watch

Rags · 27 September 2013, 09:00 PM

I like the AT & from what I've read it has the better movement but I love the ExpI. I wish I could afford both. I love the way they both look.

Lucky777 · 27 September 2013, 09:20 PM

Explorer, but it's your wrist.

jot_ · 27 September 2013, 09:26 PM

I've owned both (and still own the Explorer). I think the AT has the superior movement, but after wearing it for a few months, found the teak dial to be a little too busy and the case to be a little too thick. I would (and did!) go with the Explorer.

gpfps · 27 September 2013, 09:56 PM

You have 14060 that looks good for any thing you do !

fisherman79 · 27 September 2013, 10:21 PM

The AT has a better movement, even the old eta based movement was better.
But I like the explorer more than the AT. I never realy liked the AT, if the dial had a Seiko logo I would believe it too.

Cc1966 · 27 September 2013, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

Get the Rolex, it holds its value.
Ps if you demand perfect accuracy get a quartz watch
A Rolex is like a good friend on your wrist & good friends
are sometimes not perfect.

x2 Explorer for all the reasons posted in the threads above.

joe100 · 28 September 2013, 12:51 AM

Both are fine. The AT is probably the best looking modern watch made in my opinion

salty_snack · 28 September 2013, 02:22 AM

Blah blah... movement this movement that... Once it's on your wrist you'll never know the difference. What's more is you'll never care.

The AT is a good looking watch. However I find the dial to be a little too 3 dimensional. There is no doubt that the AT has a very modern look which will almost certainly become dated at some point in the future. If this is a watch you looking to dump in the next decade at a sizable loss and you're simply after something that looks good now the AT is a better choice. If you want a true classic on your wrist that will look as good many years from now as it does today then the exp is it. It may not be as flashy but the exp has a huge following and there is a good reason for that.

salty_snack · 28 September 2013, 02:22 AM

Blah blah... movement this movement that... Once it's on your wrist you'll never know the difference. What's more is you'll never care.

The AT is a good looking watch. However I find the dial to be a little too 3 dimensional. There is no doubt that the AT has a very modern look which will almost certainly become dated at some point in the future. If this is a watch you looking to dump in the next decade at a sizable loss and you're simply after something that looks good now the AT is a better choice. If you want a true classic on your wrist that will look as good many years from now as it does today then the exp is it. It may not be as flashy but the exp has a huge following and there is a good reason for that.

Presa canary · 28 September 2013, 02:33 AM

This one is tough... Both great watches. If I had to choose it'd be the at.

sea-dweller · 28 September 2013, 02:45 AM

I like the Rolex better also!

dysondiver · 28 September 2013, 02:55 AM

explorer wins ,,,, owned both.
at that size and for value as a daily wear ,,, dont overlook a datejust.

wingku · 28 September 2013, 03:17 AM

Rolex Explorer I, if Omega, get the Speedmaster instead.

Savio · 28 September 2013, 03:17 AM

Go for explorer, unless few seconds of time accuracy matter to you

dysondiver · 28 September 2013, 03:21 AM

id be tempted by the iwc meca quartz if the price was good

Chewbacca · 28 September 2013, 03:25 AM

get the omega railmaster 39mm.

covers all bases and is rarer than an exp 36mm for less doh-ray-me and more unique than standard AT's.

i've owned AT's, EXP 36 & 39 and a railmaster. the railmaster is theo one i want back.

good luck.

sncarney18 · 28 September 2013, 03:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

get the omega railmaster 39mm.

covers all bases and is rarer than an exp 36mm for less doh-ray-me and more unique than standard AT's.

i've owned AT's, EXP 36 & 39 and a railmaster. the railmaster is theo one i want back.

good luck.

I am with you dude. I would love a Railmaster or an AT from that 2500 movement era. These two could be worn bracelet or any strap material you through at them. I just do not like the 8500 ATs. Too thick and top heavy. The Planet Ocean though is a different story.

landroverking · 28 September 2013, 03:37 AM

[QUOTE=damoos91;4437609]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grumpy Badger

Over on the omega forum you were talking about getting an AT Quartz because you were on a budget but now you're after a co-axial 8500 or an Explorer?
Well, if I only had to have one watch I'd go for the Explorer as it's more versatile IMO and it will undoubtedly hold it's value better.
However because I have a 14060m that I were every day in a rough, outdoor environment I wanted something a little dressier for when I get cleaned up and go into town so I went for the Blue AT 8500 38.5mm.

After thinking about it some more, it just seems pointless to have an omega or rolex with quartz movement. it would be like getting bmw with a toyota engine.

WHY?

luvsub · 28 September 2013, 04:13 AM

Exp, 36mm.

TimeOnMyHands · 28 September 2013, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laszlo

I'd get the Rolex as well. I have an Omega 2254 and it seems so soulless. Not sure why, just is.

Interesting. That is how I ended up feeling about all of my Omega's. Glad I am not alone in regards.

Broker Boy · 28 September 2013, 04:27 AM

I have tried so hard over the years to convince myself I could live with an Omega -- with the benefit of the cost savings -- but I never could. I never bought one, but if I had, I can promise it would've been sold at a loss and then followed by a Rolex purchase anyway.

Laszlo · 28 September 2013, 05:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimeOnMyHands

Interesting. That is how I ended up feeling about all of my Omega's. Glad I am not alone in regards.

I'm glad I'm not the only one.

27 September 2013, 03:42 PM	#1
damoos91 Banned Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Jordan M. Location: winter park, fl Watch: 1962 Speedmaster Posts: 75	Explorer I vs. Aqua Terra I'm thinking of buying either in 36mm. I've been told the Exp is "clunkier" and the 3132 movement is slightly less accurate then that over the co-axial. So is the Omega the better deal? Please weigh in! thanks -Jordan M.

27 September 2013, 03:54 PM	#2
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,063	Get the Rolex, it holds its value. Ps if you demand perfect accuracy get a quartz watch A Rolex is like a good friend on your wrist & good friends are sometimes not perfect. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

27 September 2013, 04:17 PM	#4
JakobZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Jakob Location: Sweden Posts: 183	I'd totally go with the explorer, I love the 36mm version it's so complete from all perspectives! __________________ JAZQT @ Instagram

27 September 2013, 04:37 PM	#5
Grumpy Badger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: Bonny Scotland Watch: 14060M Sub (cosc) Posts: 5,280	Over on the omega forum you were talking about getting an AT Quartz because you were on a budget but now you're after a co-axial 8500 or an Explorer? Well, if I only had to have one watch I'd go for the Explorer as it's more versatile IMO and it will undoubtedly hold it's value better. However because I have a 14060m that I were every day in a rough, outdoor environment I wanted something a little dressier for when I get cleaned up and go into town so I went for the Blue AT 8500 38.5mm. __________________ Don't mind me. I'm full of scotch, bitterness and impure thoughts! "You have enemies? Good! That means you stood up for something, sometime in your life." Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill KG, OM, CH, TD, PC, DL, FRS.

27 September 2013, 09:00 PM	#9
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	I like the AT & from what I've read it has the better movement but I love the ExpI. I wish I could afford both. I love the way they both look. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

27 September 2013, 04:04 PM	#3
Laszlo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,868	I'd get the Rolex as well. I have an Omega 2254 and it seems so soulless. Not sure why, just is.

27 September 2013, 05:45 PM	#6
damoos91 Banned Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Jordan M. Location: winter park, fl Watch: 1962 Speedmaster Posts: 75	[QUOTE=Grumpy Badger;4437572]Over on the omega forum you were talking about getting an AT Quartz because you were on a budget but now you're after a co-axial 8500 or an Explorer? Well, if I only had to have one watch I'd go for the Explorer as it's more versatile IMO and it will undoubtedly hold it's value better. However because I have a 14060m that I were every day in a rough, outdoor environment I wanted something a little dressier for when I get cleaned up and go into town so I went for the Blue AT 8500 38.5mm. After thinking about it some more, it just seems pointless to have an omega or rolex with quartz movement. it would be like getting bmw with a toyota engine.

27 September 2013, 06:50 PM	#7
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,430	Go with the Exp.

27 September 2013, 07:15 PM	#8
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	The Aqua Terra is hands down the better watch

27 September 2013, 09:20 PM	#10
Lucky777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: NJ Watch: Rolex 16610 Posts: 2,160	Explorer, but it's your wrist.

27 September 2013, 09:26 PM	#11
jot_ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Toronto, ON Watch: Explorer I 214270 Posts: 310	I've owned both (and still own the Explorer). I think the AT has the superior movement, but after wearing it for a few months, found the teak dial to be a little too busy and the case to be a little too thick. I would (and did!) go with the Explorer.

27 September 2013, 09:56 PM	#12
gpfps Banned Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: George Location: Detroit Michigan Watch: 18078 Posts: 1,142	You have 14060 that looks good for any thing you do !

27 September 2013, 10:21 PM	#13
fisherman79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: The Netherlands Watch: Rolex Posts: 209	The AT has a better movement, even the old eta based movement was better. But I like the explorer more than the AT. I never realy liked the AT, if the dial had a Seiko logo I would believe it too.

28 September 2013, 12:51 AM	#15
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	Both are fine. The AT is probably the best looking modern watch made in my opinion __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

28 September 2013, 02:22 AM	#16
salty_snack Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: USA Posts: 365	Blah blah... movement this movement that... Once it's on your wrist you'll never know the difference. What's more is you'll never care. The AT is a good looking watch. However I find the dial to be a little too 3 dimensional. There is no doubt that the AT has a very modern look which will almost certainly become dated at some point in the future. If this is a watch you looking to dump in the next decade at a sizable loss and you're simply after something that looks good now the AT is a better choice. If you want a true classic on your wrist that will look as good many years from now as it does today then the exp is it. It may not be as flashy but the exp has a huge following and there is a good reason for that.

28 September 2013, 02:33 AM	#18
Presa canary "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Justin Location: Pa Watch: Explorer ii Posts: 3,152	This one is tough... Both great watches. If I had to choose it'd be the at.

28 September 2013, 02:45 AM	#19
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I like the Rolex better also!

28 September 2013, 02:55 AM	#20
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	explorer wins ,,,, owned both. at that size and for value as a daily wear ,,, dont overlook a datejust.

28 September 2013, 03:17 AM	#21
wingku "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Wing Location: Calgary,AB,Canada Watch: the World unfold Posts: 1,019	Rolex Explorer I, if Omega, get the Speedmaster instead.

28 September 2013, 03:17 AM	#22
Savio Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Indonesia Posts: 42	Go for explorer, unless few seconds of time accuracy matter to you

28 September 2013, 03:21 AM	#23
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	id be tempted by the iwc meca quartz if the price was good

28 September 2013, 03:25 AM	#24
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	get the omega railmaster 39mm. covers all bases and is rarer than an exp 36mm for less doh-ray-me and more unique than standard AT's. i've owned AT's, EXP 36 & 39 and a railmaster. the railmaster is theo one i want back. good luck.

28 September 2013, 04:13 AM	#27
luvsub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,221	Exp, 36mm.

28 September 2013, 04:27 AM	#29
Broker Boy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Marcus Location: Texas Gulf Coast Watch: 116610 Posts: 248	I have tried so hard over the years to convince myself I could live with an Omega -- with the benefit of the cost savings -- but I never could. I never bought one, but if I had, I can promise it would've been sold at a loss and then followed by a Rolex purchase anyway.

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