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Marrk · 24 October 2008, 05:02 AM

Every time I see the lovely Expy I, I am reminded of how much I would like to own one. However, I hesitate to buy an Expy I because it has the same calibre movement as my 14060m No-Date Sub, and it seems redundant to buy a watch just to have a different case and dial.

Does anybody else feel this hesitation? One could think of the Expy II w/ cal. 3186 vs. the GMT II w/ cal. 3186 as another example of this question. And I suppose someone will chime in with the Air King having a cal. 3130.

Your thoughts, colleagues?

SLS · 24 October 2008, 05:12 AM

I don't see it as a problem at all, I have numerous watches with the same movement. The OP Date, Sub Date, SD, DSSD DJ & YM all share the same cal. 3135. I would not have an issue owning one of each of those!
~Scott

Quicksilver · 24 October 2008, 05:26 AM

I don't think the calibre matters. The calibre does not determine the character of the watch - its the case, the style, the functions, the bracelet that sum up the watch. Many different Rolex models share the same calibre.

JJ Irani · 24 October 2008, 05:30 AM

With a Rolex movement, the calibres are all superb - to me, however, size does matter!!

Ivy League · 24 October 2008, 05:31 AM

Mark:

I think your choice in the Explorer is a good one. Irregardless of the movement inside, the Explorer is an excellent watch. I have the 3186 in my new GMT IIc, but I would love to purchase the Explorer if given the opportunity. Even though some may consider this to be a step backward in calibre, the Explorer is as amazing watch. If you like it.........BUY IT !

SLS · 24 October 2008, 05:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

With a Rolex movement, the calibres are all superb - to me, however, size does matter!!

How many years have been hearing that JJ!

~Scott

Marrk · 24 October 2008, 05:32 AM

JJ, I had a feeling you were going to say that.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

With a Rolex movement, the calibres are all superb - to me, however, size does matter!!

Tools · 24 October 2008, 05:35 AM

Hmmm, interesting....

Kind of like buying a car though, isn't it...

Different sheetmetal that pleases the eye, wrapped around the same chassis and drivetrain...

JJ Irani · 24 October 2008, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLS

How many years have been hearing that JJ!

~Scott

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marrk

JJ, I had a feeling you were going to say that.

Get your minds out of the gutter, tossers......just the 40 mm size I was referring to!!

mike · 24 October 2008, 06:57 AM

Personally it wouldn't bother me at all. While both may have the same movement the purpose and style of the watches are different. If the goal is to establish a broad collection of sports watches not much you can do about the movement.

24 October 2008, 05:02 AM	#1
Marrk "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mark Location: Los Angeles Watch: 5513 Posts: 2,192	Does Calibre Matter? Every time I see the lovely Expy I, I am reminded of how much I would like to own one. However, I hesitate to buy an Expy I because it has the same calibre movement as my 14060m No-Date Sub, and it seems redundant to buy a watch just to have a different case and dial. Does anybody else feel this hesitation? One could think of the Expy II w/ cal. 3186 vs. the GMT II w/ cal. 3186 as another example of this question. And I suppose someone will chime in with the Air King having a cal. 3130. Your thoughts, colleagues?

24 October 2008, 05:12 AM	#2
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	I don't see it as a problem at all, I have numerous watches with the same movement. The OP Date, Sub Date, SD, DSSD DJ & YM all share the same cal. 3135. I would not have an issue owning one of each of those! ~Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

24 October 2008, 05:26 AM	#3
Quicksilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: David Location: London+Guangzhou Watch: ing watches Posts: 2,603	I don't think the calibre matters. The calibre does not determine the character of the watch - its the case, the style, the functions, the bracelet that sum up the watch. Many different Rolex models share the same calibre. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 116600, GMT Master II 16710 (Pepsi) and 116710 BLNR, Daytona 116500LN, Submariner 14060M.

24 October 2008, 05:30 AM	#4
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	With a Rolex movement, the calibres are all superb - to me, however, size does matter!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

24 October 2008, 05:35 AM	#8
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,494	Hmmm, interesting.... Kind of like buying a car though, isn't it... Different sheetmetal that pleases the eye, wrapped around the same chassis and drivetrain... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

24 October 2008, 05:31 AM	#5
Ivy League Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Earth Watch: 116710LN Posts: 448	Mark: I think your choice in the Explorer is a good one. Irregardless of the movement inside, the Explorer is an excellent watch. I have the 3186 in my new GMT IIc, but I would love to purchase the Explorer if given the opportunity. Even though some may consider this to be a step backward in calibre, the Explorer is as amazing watch. If you like it.........BUY IT !

24 October 2008, 06:57 AM	#10
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Personally it wouldn't bother me at all. While both may have the same movement the purpose and style of the watches are different. If the goal is to establish a broad collection of sports watches not much you can do about the movement.

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