hdd 0 Posted December 16, 2012 Hi Seniors, I'm interested in getting the UPO after reading many of your excellent write-ups with beautiful shots!: ) I understand both the 42mm and 45mm are very close to the Gen. But besides the size, what are the differences between these 2? Which one has the better fit and finish? Thanks for your time : ) and Happy holidays! hdd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanweekiat 0 Posted December 16, 2012 What's your wrist size is the question to your answer. :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
triplehd 0 Posted December 19, 2012 Both have flaws but per tanweekiat's post - all depends on your wrist size. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jacobarch 0 Posted December 19, 2012 one is 42mm and one is 45mm... Do I get a prize? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted December 19, 2012 i believe the 42mm PO rep has (the best version, i don't know if available, how much, what dealer) been the best Planet Ocean rep available. The main difference between the size (the 45.5 PO is bigger, but the 42 PO is a bit chunkier) is the bezel edge. The 45.5 PO has (as per gen) a scalloped edge and the 42mm PO has (as per gen) a coin edge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daymeeyan 0 Posted December 19, 2012 I just posted an orange 42mm PO for sale in M2M. I thought I would like the smaller version, but I've gotten so used to the large diver watches that the 42mm doesn't feel right to me. Beautiful watches. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hdd 0 Posted December 20, 2012 i believe the 42mm PO rep has (the best version, i don't know if available, how much, what dealer) been the best Planet Ocean rep available. The main difference between the size (the 45.5 PO is bigger, but the 42 PO is a bit chunkier) is the bezel edge. The 45.5 PO has (as per gen) a scalloped edge and the 42mm PO has (as per gen) a coin edge. Thanks for pointing out the difference on the bezel : ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g.man 0 Posted December 20, 2012 The 42mm version is plagued with breaking crown stem problems. regards g.man Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
northcountryboy1976 0 Posted January 3, 2013 the stem issues has been putting me off getting one, does the 45mm have the same probs? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanweekiat 0 Posted January 4, 2013 Replacing the crown stem could it solve this problem? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaggyPants 0 Posted January 4, 2013 It's not the stem that goes on the PO42, it's the crown tube thread. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jan-mj 0 Posted January 7, 2013 I had wiz install a gen crown after mine broke (the 42mm) - now it's ALL fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Louie 0 Posted February 22, 2013 How much does it cost to replace a crown stem? I just ordered a v5 42mm with a A4813 movement. Hopefully, I won't have an issue. (crosses fingers) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaggyPants 0 Posted February 22, 2013 You're looking at £25 for the parts and about another £40 to fit them, plus postage to and from the watchsmith, plus a lot of patience as you watch the months go by with no news Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ped 13 Posted February 22, 2013 i wear big watches and just cant pull off a 45 on rubber, it protrudes too much from the lugs and looks ridiculous. a 42 is no problem, my wrists are 7" (i like to have symmetry.......!) p Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
