TT Blue Sub review...

[JJ Irani]

Hi guys,

Not sure if this one's been done before, but since it is such a popular model, thought I'd give it a quick rundown!! :thumbsup:

Let's start with the....

DIAL - By far the best BLUE dial in the whole wide world!! :agree: I have yet to see a BLUE as gorgeous and stunning as this one - no exceptions!! :read: Dial printing is exquisite. I think this watch looks best with the standard dial. The MAXI would just about over-clutter it and ruin its unique look!!

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/16613008.jpg

CASE - Special Oyster Case as described in the catalogue, this baby's good for 1000 feet + easy. Lug edges are sharp, but they tend to stay up and away from the wrist, so I've never had a problem. Comfy fit, but not as comfy as the Exp-II.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/16613031.jpg

CROWN - TRIPLOCK crown, perfect grip, smooth wind down and easy to manouveur. Adequately protects the watch against all the elements and more.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/Bluesy.jpg

BRACELET - Massively strong OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelet. Don't let those hollow links fool you, guys. They are immensely strong and durable. Time proven beyond measure, the OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelet has withstood the test of time through the ages and comes up trumps!! :thumbsup:

SEL links at the top are solid gold, bordering SS links are solid too, but centre 18 K links are hollow - no worries, guys.....tough as nails!! :thumbsup:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/16613015-2.jpg

The beautiful SEL...

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/16613015-1.jpg

The CLASP - Serves its purpose of firmly securing the bracelet!!

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/Chips053.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/Chips035.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/Chips027.jpg

What can I say, guys? I've been enjoying this baby since the last 7 months and never get tired of admiring its beauty!! That dial has just gotta the be the BEST thing about this watch.

If you haven't got one in your collection, go get it!! Even the purchase will be an experience you'll never forget!!

Cheers - JJ

[walds11]

Nice review JJ. How do you keep you watches in such good shape? You were a long glove? :) I wear long sleeve shirt and tie everyday and still manage to scuff my watches up.

[JJ Irani]

Nice review JJ. How do you keep you watches in such good shape? You were a long glove? :) I wear long sleeve shirt and tie everyday and still manage to scuff my watches up.

Just by being alert at all times and never ever touching the clasp to the work table!! :agree: :agree: :agree:

[Arby]

It still looks brand new. I like it better than your new watch, JJ. :thumbsup:

[JJ Irani]

It still looks brand new. I like it better than your new watch, JJ. :thumbsup:

Thanks, Arby. One can never get tired of the Blue Sub....:agree: :agree:

[SSD]

Quite stunning! Superior photography as well. Might I inquire as to your camera and setup? And more importantly, do we know if a maxi dial is pending on the TT blue Sub? I agree with you about the current dial.

[roadcarver]

The gold and the blue really look good, JJ! Thanks for the review.

[JJ Irani]

Quite stunning! Superior photography as well. Might I inquire as to your camera and setup? And more importantly, do we know if a maxi dial is pending on the TT blue Sub? I agree with you about the current dial.

Thanks, pal. Those were taken with a Panasonic Lumix with the LEICA lens. The one without the Leica lens is no good. It's the lens that makes the difference.

No news about whether the Sub will ever come out with the maxi dial and newer bracelet....but I guess eventually all Rollies will go that way!!

JJ

[Blue Bull]

Thanks, pal. Those were taken with a Panasonic Lumix with the LEICA lens. The one without the Leica lens is no good. It's the lens that makes the difference.

No news about whether the Sub will ever come out with the maxi dial and newer bracelet....but I guess eventually all Rollies will go that way!!

JJ

Oh God,JJ,a Blue TT Sub,with big white blobs and numbering on steroids on the bezel(Yellow,not gold):thumbsdow Love mine as it is,wont sell this one ... NEVER !! :cheers:

[JJ Irani]

Oh God,JJ,a Blue TT Sub,with big white blobs and numbering on steroids on the bezel(Yellow,not gold):thumbsdow Love mine as it is,wont sell this one ... NEVER !! :cheers:

Agreed, Chris....I think the Blue Sub dial looks great with the standard markers. The maxi dial is going to ruin its aesthetics completely and overcrowd the dial!! :thumbsdow

[ADISMO]

thanks for the review JJ. stupendous watch.

[GoldenBear]

It's perfect. I'd hate to see any changes. Mine was the last model year before the gold running through the bracelet. Kind of prefer it without as it has enough scratches now. Still, I think the most beautiful watch ever.

[SPACE-DWELLER]

Lovely review, JJ! :thumbsup:

Thanks for sharing! :cheers:

[Gaijin]

Must admit got mine in great part to your photos JJ! :thumbsup::clap::cheers:

[alglez]

yes the blue color that rolex puts in these watches is just so nice that everytime you look at it you fall in love with the watch again.

[JJ Irani]

Must admit got mine in great part to your photos JJ! :thumbsup::clap::cheers:

Thanks, Tom.....Rolex should pay me a commission for my trend setting habits!! :chuckle::chuckle:

[Geoff]

JJ, you continue to be The Man!:thumbsup:

Great review and pics. There are only two TT's I would consider owning - the blue sub or the new GMT-II. The problem is I've too many watches now and only two wrists!

[JJ Irani]

JJ, you continue to be The Man!:thumbsup:

Great review and pics. There are only two TT's I would consider owning - the blue sub or the new GMT-II. The problem is I've too many watches now and only two wrists!

Thanks, Geoff.

So if you had THREE wrists, would you wear two watches? :rofl::rofl::rofl:

[Geoff]

JJ, if one of them was one of the aforementioned TT's - you bet - LOL

[timebroker]

Just by being alert at all times and never ever touching the clasp to the work table!! :agree: :agree: :agree:

Same here, always on the look out for possible fender benders, but even then it happens sometimes.
What always gets my goat (see, people can avoid using sheep remarks :smokin: :bartmoon: :justkiddi :thinking: ) are the bigger scratches or dents (if any) which you get and do not know when or where you got them.

[Welshwatchman]

I think I would be correct in saying that JJ has NOT started to hate old Bluey yet.

[Prince]

I think the TT Blue Sub is the ugliest watch ever made... :banme: :argh: :mouthtape :nut: :chuckle:

[T5AUS]

Hi guys,

Not sure if this one's been done before, but since it is such a popular model, thought I'd give it a quick rundown!! :thumbsup:

Let's start with the....

DIAL - By far the best BLUE dial in the whole wide world!! :agree: I have yet to see a BLUE as gorgeous and stunning as this one - no exceptions!! :read: Dial printing is exquisite. I think this watch looks best with the standard dial. The MAXI would just about over-clutter it and ruin its unique look!!

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/16613008.jpg

CASE - Special Oyster Case as described in the catalogue, this baby's good for 1000 feet + easy. Lug edges are sharp, but they tend to stay up and away from the wrist, so I've never had a problem. Comfy fit, but not as comfy as the Exp-II.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/16613031.jpg

CROWN - TRIPLOCK crown, perfect grip, smooth wind down and easy to manouveur. Adequately protects the watch against all the elements and more.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/Bluesy.jpg

BRACELET - Massively strong OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelet. Don't let those hollow links fool you, guys. They are immensely strong and durable. Time proven beyond measure, the OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelet has withstood the test of time through the ages and comes up trumps!! :thumbsup:

SEL links at the top are solid gold, bordering SS links are solid too, but centre 18 K links are hollow - no worries, guys.....tough as nails!! :thumbsup:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/16613015-2.jpg

The beautiful SEL...

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/16613015-1.jpg

The CLASP - Serves its purpose of firmly securing the bracelet!!

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/Chips053.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/Chips035.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y203/JJIrani/Chips027.jpg

What can I say, guys? I've been enjoying this baby since the last 7 months and never get tired of admiring its beauty!! That dial has just gotta the be the BEST thing about this watch.

If you haven't got one in your collection, go get it!! Even the purchase will be an experience you'll never forget!!

Cheers - JJ

Hi JJ, slowly working my way around the forum and have only just run across this section and your blue sub review.
I have been looking at these watches lately and they are quite something, that blue against the gold does work well. I have attached a photo of a 2004 model which looks to me to be identical to yours apart from the overall colour, which looks darker.:thinking: Is it just the photo or are these earlier ones a darker colour, especially the dial. Any other points of comparison worth noting greatly appreciated, thanks mate:cheers:

[Gaijin]

Can't get a better review on a TT Blue Sub that what JJ has to offer. True lover and fan of the TT Blue Sub,


I in fact was directly influenced in my purchase of one by JJ's enthusiasm. Thanks JJ.

[T5AUS]

Can't get a better review on a TT Blue Sub that waht JJ has to offer. True lover and fan of the TT Blue Sub,


I in fact was directly influenced in my purchase of one by JJ's enthusiasm. Thanks JJ.


How does that one of yours compare colour wise to the one in my photo. Did you buy new?

I think Tools has a black dial one of these and that looks equally impressive.......boy, the more I get into this watch game the harder it gets to make a decision. I was all keen on the white dial explorer until I actually saw it in the flesh and tried it on, stunning looking watch, but just too lite for me. so now it's the sub that's got me going, but I still have to physically try one on yet, tomorrow I hope!:thumbsup:

[Gaijin]

I bought new...

[ROLEXAHOLIC]

Great review JJ !! Bluesy has got to be one of the all time classiest and most stunning of all watches. I love my bluesy, it's my daily beater. :cheers: :thumbsup: :cheers: :thumbsup:

[frostie]

great review JJ i enjoyed it :thumbsup:

[jasonbellevue]

Beautiful review my friend, the T/T Blue Sub, imo, is the best looking Rolex out there!! Yep, it truly is a keeper. :thumbsup::cheers:

[JJ Irani]

Hi JJ, slowly working my way around the forum and have only just run across this section and your blue sub review.
I have been looking at these watches lately and they are quite something, that blue against the gold does work well. I have attached a photo of a 2004 model which looks to me to be identical to yours apart from the overall colour, which looks darker.:thinking: Is it just the photo or are these earlier ones a darker colour, especially the dial. Any other points of comparison worth noting greatly appreciated, thanks mate:cheers:

Thanks, Phil.

The only notable difference is that your Sub has the lug holes on the side of the case....whereas mine doesn't.

Other than that, hard to tell. The BLUE dial can appear different shades depending on the angle from which the picture has been taken.

Cheers - JJ

[BLSampson]

:cheers:Great review JJ.:cheers:

[T5AUS]

Thanks, Phil.

The only notable difference is that your Sub has the lug holes on the side of the case....whereas mine doesn't.

Other than that, hard to tell. The BLUE dial can appear different shades depending on the angle from which the picture has been taken.

Cheers - JJ

Thanks mate, shall certainly be trying one on soon. I did try on an Explorer 2 white dial the other day, and despite being a fabulous looking thing, I just could not handle how much lighter it was than say the subs. The quest goes on :thumbsup:

[BlueSub71]

Hi there!

This is my first message on this great website. I really like your informative review JJ.

Last week I traded-in some of my watches I didn't use and put some money on-top and bought one of these beautiful Rolex Submariner blue dial TT watches. I have wanted this watch for a very long time, I would say that this is the best watch I have ever owned and consider myself very lucky.

I am drawn to this watch, as I consider its design to be classic yet contemporary, handsome, the weight, size and thickness of the case are just right, the bracelet is strong and feels great on the wrist, the colour combination is awsome, the curves and lines are crisp, the movement is a workhorse - tool watch, and in my opinion I would say it comes close to perfection for me.

I have attached a few photos of my new Blue Sub.

Hope you all have a great day!

Regards:bye:
BlueSub71

[BlueSub71]

Hi guys!

Here is my new Blue Sub TT.

Regards:bye:

BlueSub71

[Robb]

Thats a beautiful watch bluesub71.

[EvEr34]

Great choice on the TT. It's a gorgeous watch.

[BlueSub71]

Thanks guys! I really love this watch.:thumbsup:

[T5AUS]

Yep bluesub71, it certainly is a work of art:thumbsup:

[JJ Irani]

Well done on that Blue Sub.....wear it in good health!! :thumbsup:

[Gaijin]

:thumbsup::clap: Congratulations!! Mine..
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s13/KansaiVet/DSC00354.jpg

[frostie]

Hi guys!

Here is my new Blue Sub TT.

Regards:bye:

BlueSub71

welcome to TRF great looking watch enjoy it

[daunwaun]

Yes welcome and amazing watch!!

[SSD]

You guys aren't gonna stop until I cave & get one, too, are you?

:banghead::twit::lol:

They are stunning, thanks to all for the great review (JJ) and the fabulous photos!

:cheers:

[JJ Irani]

You guys aren't gonna stop until I cave & get one, too, are you?

:banghead::twit::lol:

They are stunning, thanks to all for the great review (JJ) and the fabulous photos!

:cheers:

You're more than welcome, my friend. Hope you can pick one up soon!! :thumbsup:

[Alex Stylianou]

Great review on a great watch !!

[Arturo]

JJ old friend, you make me want one....yikes.

[TDH]

Great watch...and very popular among the TT models. :thumbsup:

[pwrslider]

I'm a bit confused.... I have a 2000 tt blue sub and love it as well!!

My question: I keep hearing ( reading ) about the Maxi dials ( or was it bezels?). Does anyone have any comparison shots of the Maxi next to a non-maxi??

[timackerman]

I love the TT Sub, but I think that I prefer the black face model.

[Gaijin]

I'm a bit confused.... I have a 2000 tt blue sub and love it as well!!

My question: I keep hearing ( reading ) about the Maxi dials ( or was it bezels?). Does anyone have any comparison shots of the Maxi next to a non-maxi??

Yep, sure do!

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s13/KansaiVet/DSC00534.jpg
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s13/KansaiVet/DSC00529.jpg
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s13/KansaiVet/DSC00527.jpg

[Peter Messmore]

TT Blue Sub,my favorite and only Rolex, Peter

[pwrslider]

soooo... if I am correct...the Maxi dial just refers to the larger size dots and markers on the dial.......or is there something else??

[JJ Irani]

soooo... if I am correct...the Maxi dial just refers to the larger size dots and markers on the dial.......or is there something else??

The minute and hour hands are slightly wider too!!

[ellis]

when will they add Rolex inside the inner band?

[SSD]

when will they add Rolex inside the inner band?

I believe you are referring to the "ROLEXROLEXROLEX..." engraving on the rehaut. I saw one the other day, they already have. It'll probably be a while for all the ones without the engraving to be sold, so finding either style will still be possible.

:cheers:

[rdamato]

Nice review man. No way you wear that daily!!!!

[mailman]

Nice review man. No way you wear that daily!!!!

You're right, he's a serial flipper :rofl:

[JJ Irani]

You're right, he's a serial flipper :rofl:

:lol::lol::lol::bartmoon:

[OYSTERMANN]

JJ,

Great review:thumbsup:

I agonised this week over a Bluesy or a TT GMT II.

Eventually I went for the GMT, but I definitely want to get the TT Blue Sub next time - it's an extraordinarily classic watch:thumbsup:

:cheers:

Neil.

[sea-dweller]

Great review and love the photos of all those blue TT Subs. One of my all time favorites.

[Trurolexer]

Nice review JJ!!! Make me wanna buy one someday...

[Jonesy]

Very nice review, I love mine!!!

[marshallr47]

Always enjoy reading your threads JJ. I hope one day you can reunite with your all time fav. Thanks for the review.

[JJ Irani]

Always enjoy reading your threads JJ. I hope one day you can reunite with your all time fav. Thanks for the review.

Thanks, Marshall.....have to be contended with Platty for now; but who knows what the future will bring!! :chuckle:

[marshallr47]

Thanks, Marshall.....have to be contended with Platty for now; but who knows what the future will bring!! :chuckle:

You will see it again...You were meant for each other.:thumbsup:.

[JJ Irani]

You will see it again...You were meant for each other.:thumbsup:.

....or maybe time for a more futuristic change (psssst.....the TT GMT-IIC)!! :read::chuckle::chuckle:

[marshallr47]

....or maybe time for a more futuristic change (psssst.....the TT GMT-IIC)!! :read::chuckle::chuckle:

She's a beaut as well. I'd like to make that my next watch. Of course by the time I can buy that one, Rolex will have come out with a new GMT model :rofl:. Maybe I can sweet talk the wife...:dummy::chuckle:

[JJ Irani]

She's a beaut as well. I'd like to make that my next watch. Of course by the time I can buy that one, Rolex will have come out with a new GMT model :rofl:. Maybe I can sweet talk the wife...:dummy::chuckle:

That baby has gotten so futuristic and ahead of most of the current models, it can't get any better.:thumbsup:

The TT version just sings out to me......in so many languages too!! :chuckle:

[marshallr47]

That baby has gotten so futuristic and ahead of most of the current models, it can't get any better.:thumbsup:

The TT version just sings out to me......in so many languages too!! :chuckle:

I had a chance to buy the TT GMT IIc @ Christmas for around $5000 but I chickened out :banghead:. It was a pretty good deal but I was getting ready to leave for Afghan. I thought, buy this watch now and I can't wear it for another 15 months. True torture. Maybe another deal like that will come along again.

[JJ Irani]

I had a chance to buy the TT GMT IIc @ Christmas for around $5000 but I chickened out :banghead:. It was a pretty good deal but I was getting ready to leave for Afghan. I thought, buy this watch now and I can't wear it for another 15 months. True torture. Maybe another deal like that will come along again.

Just $5k? Was that for a brand new one? If so, it was just too good to pass up. What an amazing price!! :clap:

[SteveTex]

By Far!

[BmwA5H]

Hey Guys
I have just bought my new Rolex ! The 16613 Dial is stunning i have yet to come across another watch that looks as good as the 16613. The combination of YG and SS and the Blue is exquisite......:thumbsup:

[maut]

Hey Guys
I have just bought my new Rolex ! The 16613 Dial is stunning i have yet to come across another watch that looks as good as the 16613.




well, how about the 16618? :nut:

[BmwA5H]

The Rolex 16618 Is stunning too however I like the even look of the gold and seeing as I am only young wearing at FULL gold watch at my age would have me killed when out shopping !
Still a lovely watch though:thumbsup::nut:

[Bassplayer]

Great review - I picked mine up a few days ago and can't look at it without a smile...

[blue]

Thanks, Arby. One can never get tired of the Blue Sub....:agree: :agree:

oh so true:thumbsup::thumbsup:stunning:agree:

[Steven79]

It was because of this thread that I wear a TT blue sub.

[JJ Irani]

It was because of this thread that I wear a TT blue sub.

Thank you, Steven.....I feel honoured.

Cheers - JJ :cheers:

[Greenring]

After reading your review, and actually seeing one in person at an AD, I've moved this one to the top of my list (right next to the SS Daytona). To remind me of how fantastic the blue tones are, I opened the review on my iPhone and captured the lead photo & made it my iPhone wallpaper. I will most likely acquire a new TT Blue Sub by year's end. Thanks for a great review and photos.

[golfball123]

good review.... i luv my tt sub

[Boopie]

Great review. I've always loved the blue Sub. Two different friends of ours have the blue Sub, so I admired it well before I got my YM.

I was wondering...any black TT Sub partisans out there?

[zidaneong]

Hihi, thanks JJ for your recomendation, i bought the TT Blue Sub. It is so beautiful compared to my TT Datejust.

[leewithjld]

I'm purchasing a mint 2003 "Y" SS/18k Blue Sub. Anything I should know? I'm a 25 year Oyster Perputual man

Thanks.

[Some Pair]

I must say that when I take out my "Bluesy", I get as warm and fuzzy a feeling as rolling one of my Hot Rods out of the garage...... or catching an unexpected smile from the wife....
real cool! :dude:

[PeterT]

I just ordered a Blue TT Sub on Wednesday and I feel very contented!!
Excellent photos by the way!

PeterT

[sonnycarlos]

hi there i've been planning to buy a tt black dial sub for a while because they look really masculine but when i came across a blue dial tt sub at queen victoria building two weeks ago i couldn't resist it i went back to the shop the following day and made a deposit for the watch to put it aside for me as they were putting the price up because of the aussie dollar value coming down against the us dollar.i was lucky the owner of the shop agreed. so i'm gonna collect it next week!!! if you're in sydney you can visit the shop at QVB L.G. HUMPHRIES they got plenty of other rolex too.

[sonnycarlos]

i forgot to mention it is a m-series it has the serial no. engraved inside which i really like coz if anything happens to it i can easily identify it.

[gone-rolex-mad]

Great review of the iconic bluesy, loved the pics too.:thumbsup:

[Danz]

Well done on that Blue Sub.....wear it in good health!! :thumbsup:

Hi JJ,

Just like to tap on your expertise, my friend just got a pre owned TT Blue dial sub, chassis no. is Y 9290xx, may i know which year of production>

thanks,

Danz
from Singapore

[JJ Irani]

Hi JJ,

Just like to tap on your expertise, my friend just got a pre owned TT Blue dial sub, chassis no. is Y 9290xx, may i know which year of production>

thanks,

Danz
from Singapore

Congrats, Danz.......that would be around mid-2003!!!

And because it's such a late Y-series, I'm pretty sure the case has come WITHOUT lug-holes!! Correct?

Cheers - JJ :cheers:

[jas55]

Did you buy your models new JJ?

[JJ Irani]

Did you buy your models new JJ?

Of the 3 which I currently own, the SS/Pt. YM was purchased brand new from my AD in Dec. 07.

The SS Sub-date was "gifted" to me by a forum member.

The TT Blue Sub I just could not pass up as it was an amazing offer (also from a TRF member whom I met in the first week of Dec. 08 at the local mall) who let me have a one year old watch for an excellent price.

JJ :thumbsup:

[jas55]

Of the 3 which I currently own, the SS/Pt. YM was purchased brand new from my AD in Dec. 07.

The SS Sub-date was "gifted" to me by a forum member.

The TT Blue Sub I just could not pass up as it was an amazing offer (also from a TRF member whom I met in the first week of Dec. 08 at the local mall) who let me have a one year old watch for an excellent price.

JJ :thumbsup:
your watches look in great condition!

[JJ Irani]

your watches look in great condition!

Thanks, Lach.

Well, I do take care of them; but I must give a lot of credit to my AD-cum-RSC here in Auckland who did a cosmetic make-over on the SS Sub as well as the Blue Sub, the latter I picked up only this morning.

JJ

[yannis7777]

Post some pics of the make over JJ!! Nice review by the way man!!

[JJ Irani]

Post some pics of the make over JJ!! Nice review by the way man!!

I already did, Yannis.....here's the link: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=65869&highlight=Goldfinger....

[alant]

:thumbsup:Looks fab JJ!

[hflee55]

great review on the bluesy

[Keith Ur3]

Greetings
This is my first post ! I own a GMT II and will soon buy a TT Sub like you have posted. I have been reviewing the 2008 vs 2009 models of the Sub and am trying to decide if I should wait till October 2009 for the newest version.

Any advice ? is it ' worth the wait " ?
Cheers
keith

[JJ Irani]

Greetings
This is my first post ! I own a GMT II and will soon buy a TT Sub like you have posted. I have been reviewing the 2008 vs 2009 models of the Sub and am trying to decide if I should wait till October 2009 for the newest version.

Any advice ? is it ' worth the wait " ?
Cheers
keith

Hi Keith,

Welcome to TRF. Is it worth the wait? Tough quesiton. The current Blue Sub has a unique Cobalt shade of Blue which somehow Rolex DO NOT want to replicate in their newer models.

However, the newer TT Blue Sub will have some amazing upgrades like....

- ALL SOLID links, yes, even the centre GOLD ones.

- A new and much better Oyster Glidelock Clasp.

- Much broader lugs on the case (although case diameter remains the same 40 mm)

- And a new maxi dial with larger markers and hands.

- And, of course, a newer and inflated price!! :rolleyes:

Your call, my friend.

Best - JJ :cheers:

[zidaneong]

i prefer the old version. It looks classier. :)

[JPersat]

Beautiful JJ, thanks for sharing.

[california]

definitely a nice watch to invest in. it seems to me that the dial looks darker in person when I hold it in my hand at the store.

[zidaneong]

california: i think is because of the reflection of light, that might had cause that effect

[PONY]

My Man JJ,

I also have the blue face and the blue is mesmerizing. The new blue on the white gold sub is uninspiring. I held both yesterday alongside each other. NO comparison. The TT wins hands down. The blue TT is captivating, unique, very colorful, and great to look at all day long. My best purchase ever on a Rolex.

Question: How or what product do you use to get your TT looking like brand new? I need to get mine looking like yours. I am OSD prone, so I need to know how you do it. I await your reply with eager anticipation.

Thanks,

PONY

[JJ Irani]

My Man JJ,

I also have the blue face and the blue is mesmerizing. The new blue on the white gold sub is uninspiring. I held both yesterday alongside each other. NO comparison. The TT wins hands down. The blue TT is captivating, unique, very colorful, and great to look at all day long. My best purchase ever on a Rolex.

Question: How or what product do you use to get your TT looking like brand new? I need to get mine looking like yours. I am OSD prone, so I need to know how you do it. I await your reply with eager anticipation.

Thanks,

PONY

Thanks for all the fine compliments, Pony......but ever heard of soap, a soft toothbush and good ole' H2O?? :read::rofl::rofl::rofl:

That's all you need to keep any watch looking shiny and new. Just wipe off with a soft towel and then give it a rub off with any soft lint-free optician's cloth.

Cheers - JJ :cheers:

[bobpuscizna]

Hi JJ!

How are you? The Blue Sub is one of my favorite Rolex watches of all times.
I owned this watch several times in my past but because of the “blink” of this watch and nature of my work I gave it to my dog (Luna)…

Bob

[Wildman]

yes, very nice watch. I bought one back in 1991. The only problem is the stretching of the links and the lock. The watch is loose and the bracelet lock will not lock. The secondary lock keeps the watch from comming off.

[Chris in England]

Excellent review JJ and superb photographs. Your blue Sub and your photography do you credit. Like you I'm always aware of my LV when I'm wearing it (7 days a week) and take great care not to contact the clasp with the desk. After nearly 2 years of wear it's still mint. One concern I have though, I never wear it when I fly for fear of having to take it off at airport security. The thought of my pride and joy bumping through the scanner in a tray with coins, keys, belt and shoes is not good. I wonder if any one else has the same fears or am I just paranoid? Having said that I've just come back from a trip to the Philippines and wasn't asked to remove my watch at all in Heathrow, Hong kong or Manila. I'm pretty sure my Sub would set off a few bells and alarms in the metal detectors though. Keep up the good work my friend.....Chris

[tannee]

Hey guys...
Love the review JJ!!!
I'm in the market for one of these babies. I love the combination of colours. I'm 28 and i'm getting a lot of mixed comments about this watch. Some say the combination of colours is 'tacky' some say it's really nice. Opinions? What do your mates say? I'm planning to have it as a everyday watch as well. And working in an office everyday i'm scared i will scratch the bracelet with the constant use of the keyboard!

[vitix]

man i need to get a good camera to take pictures to my watch!!!

[Asad]

Beautiful, no one else does two tones as good as Rolex!

[TurboWatch]

I own different models, but found the TT sub feels the best on my wrist. The feel, the heavy weight.

[plat-numb]

I wish they would do a solid SS sub with THAT blue dial.

I'm just not a gold kinda guy.

I do think that watch is a stunning work of art, and the colors work great together but... it's just not me.

Blue is my favorite color. But the blue on the WG sub... yeah. Just not me either.

I really don't understand why they won't use THIS darker blue without gold.

Anyone know if there are any plans to make such a watch?

[jason981]

What do people think about swapping the TT strap off the Blue Sub and replacing with a SS strap ? Can it be done ? Would it look good ?

Ideas and opinions ?

[jason981]

I purchased a TT Blue Sub M from David and it is amazing. I love the Blue colour. I didnt think the TT would look good on me but it is great.

[zidaneong]

I purchased a TT Blue Sub M from David and it is amazing. I love the Blue colour. I didnt think the TT would look good on me but it is great.

Great taste in buying this beautiful model. :)

[Fabuloso]

JJ, is the date disc on the TT Sub white or cream colored?

[JJ Irani]

JJ, is the date disc on the TT Sub white or cream colored?

Creamish yellow!!

[sexner]

Excellent review JJ and superb photographs. Your blue Sub and your photography do you credit. Like you I'm always aware of my LV when I'm wearing it (7 days a week) and take great care not to contact the clasp with the desk. After nearly 2 years of wear it's still mint. One concern I have though, I never wear it when I fly for fear of having to take it off at airport security. The thought of my pride and joy bumping through the scanner in a tray with coins, keys, belt and shoes is not good. I wonder if any one else has the same fears or am I just paranoid? Having said that I've just come back from a trip to the Philippines and wasn't asked to remove my watch at all in Heathrow, Hong kong or Manila. I'm pretty sure my Sub would set off a few bells and alarms in the metal detectors though. Keep up the good work my friend.....Chris

Wear your watch through the metal detector.

[MagedMS]

Nice shots & review JJ. I totally agree with you that the cobalt blue of 16613 models is much appreciated.. But do you think that the black also in the ceramic model looks a little bit pale than in the old models ??

I heard that Rolex engineers cannot produce a ceramic bezel in Red colors for the other models having the PEPSI colors... Can anybody tell that this pale blue & black is due to the ceramic technology used ???

I think that if Rolex cannot control colors in ceramic bezels it's better to go back to the metal bezels.. Which are also very durable, scratch & shock resistant.. I've been using a SS Sub for almost 14 yrs. without any scratch in the bezel ! ... Or may be it's time to Rolex to use other metals as titanium like Hublot does... Do you agree !?

[bokmeipai]

I think the blue dial is only available in all WG so for it to be exclusive from the SS & TT's.
I wish they would do a solid SS sub with THAT blue dial.

I'm just not a gold kinda guy.

I do think that watch is a stunning work of art, and the colors work great together but... it's just not me.

Blue is my favorite color. But the blue on the WG sub... yeah. Just not me either.

I really don't understand why they won't use THIS darker blue without gold.

Anyone know if there are any plans to make such a watch?

[LovesRolexes123]

The blue dial is available in the new TT Ceramic Sub as well as the new YG Ceramic Sub (although I believe that the lettering on the WG dial is white, whereas on the TT and all YG Ceramics it is gold).

[gelshocker]

Some very tempting pics there! Thanks for sharing. IMHO, I always felt the Subdate 'deserves' to be in blusey form. It the most elegant dressy sports watch on the planet. That blue and gold is simply ICONIC Subdate. Cheers,

[coopster9]

Hi peeps,

I am torn between the old blue and the new ceramic blue.

There are 2 BNIB available to me....how should I decide which is best...??

Would appreciate all your advice, please. Thanks :)

[coopster9]

Pics taken with my iPhone 4 while on way to have the watch resized this morning.

Have to admit it is a VERY well kept watch else I would have gone for the ceramic model instead. This blue is indeed of a nicer hue than the new blue.

The only 2 things I dont like are, one it isnt hefty enough and two, the gold centre links stop short at the clasp but I guess that distinguishes itself as the older generation.

Usually am quite skeptical with buying old watches but I guess previous owner was just as meticulous. Its a rare find for its excellent condition, "SWISS" only dial and un-named ownership, where to find?

So...Just DO IT.

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[EE33]

"SWISS" only dial and un-named ownership, where to find?

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1st time I've seen the 'SWISS' only dial, always 'SWISS MADE'.
I purchased a 16613 and a 116613 in HK new from an AD and both cards were un-named, but that doesn't make the watch more or less, imo. Enjoy your new time piece :cheers::thumbsup:

[JAGERVEGAS]

I can't wait to post pics of mine, should be here late this week. BNIB, really excited.

[farroki]

Gorgeous photos. Wow. Nice writeup too!

Ryan