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Rodentman · 3 September 2005, 12:29 PM

No, it's not an STD, but I am getting the itch for another Rolex. Not sure...it's between the ND sub, which I like a lot except for the non SEL bracelet, the SD, which I had and like a douchebag sold. And the GMT II which I also had and sold. The GMT II has more features. I don't need the depth rating of the SD, but who does. I have a big kahuna Breitling M-1 SQ which is built like a tank, in titanium, but it aint a Rolex.

Not sure what to do here. This is gonna be a tough one. I can get 10% off any of these BNIB at AD.

JJ Irani · 3 September 2005, 01:34 PM

Don't give it a second thought, Bob. This picture will help you choose...in the blink of an eye!!

dman · 3 September 2005, 01:40 PM

Bob, don't listen to him, he trades watches like there is no tomo...oh wait so do I.

I think you should also go with the GMT II in the all black set up. It is sexy and sophisticated, that is why JJ and I both had to get rid of ours.

Gedanken · 3 September 2005, 01:45 PM

OMG! No orange, blue or gold!

Yeah, I'm with the guys on this one - speaking as an SD wearer, my next one's going to be a black GMT II.

dman · 3 September 2005, 01:48 PM

Of course neither one had great bouncing ability, sorry mate I tried to resist, but could not stop the urge.

padi56 · 3 September 2005, 06:23 PM

My favourite in the sports Rolex is the SD,not a lover of the cyclops
But the more I see the black bezel GMT the more I like it,you might
get more discount on the GMT.

JJ Irani · 3 September 2005, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

My favourite in the sports Rolex is the SD,not a lover of the cyclops
But the more I see the black bezel GMT the more I like it,you might
get more discount on the GMT.

Also, chances are the GMT-II might be more readily available as compared with the SD and Sub.

JJ

padi56 · 3 September 2005, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Also, chances are the GMT-II might be more readily available as compared with the SD and Sub.

JJ

yes would agree JJ.

4 September 2005, 12:02 AM

I agree that the GMT with black bezel would be a good choice. It makes sense to me, because you get the sub look with a bonus (and useful) complication.

JJ Irani · 4 September 2005, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avalon

I agree that the GMT with black bezel would be a good choice. It makes sense to me, because you get the sub look with a bonus (and useful) complication.

Agreed, Al...100%. It's probably the only complication on a professional Rolex that most of us would find the opportunity to use at some time or the other.

Besides....I love the independently movable hour hand feature. Wish every Rolex had it. So useful....not only whilst travelling....but also during time changes for Daylight Savings, etc.

JJ

Rodentman · 15 September 2005, 12:10 PM

After much antagonizing I have made my incision and will pick up a BNIB "D" SD from the local AD tomorrow. I already have the Kermit, and the ND Sub would be too close to that. I like the Big Kahuna heft of the SD and I rarely travel, although the 24 hour hand on the GMT II is cool.

I'll let you know when I get the SD! I'll even try to take a decent photo!

dman · 15 September 2005, 12:13 PM

Really couldn't go wrong there Bob, but I like the choice pal!! That watch has personality, it stands out, both things that are much like you!! Wear it in happiness and get to snappin pics when it arrives.

PS. You must really be bummed that you aren't getting an anchor.

Seadweller · 15 September 2005, 05:09 PM

Excellent choice but then I'm biased. Congrats.

JJ Irani · 15 September 2005, 05:34 PM

Nice picture, Craig!

padi56 · 15 September 2005, 06:09 PM

Good choice Bob my favourite sports Rolex wear it in good health.

Rodentman · 16 September 2005, 04:41 AM

Thank you!

Yeah, that's right! I didn't get a stinking anchor. Well, that's a huge BFD. Oh, I just got back from picking it up. Got 10.63% off MSRP, which aint bad from an AD who normally offers 0% disc.

I lost enough weight so that 1 link needed to be removed. That makes me happy!

I also like the heft, and the all black look gives me a splendid alternative to the Kermit! I like the thicker bezel also.

I'll work on some photos, but I'm not very good at that. I'll post them later.

JJ Irani · 16 September 2005, 04:43 AM

Congrats, Bob....wear it in good health. Excellent choice!!

dman · 16 September 2005, 04:54 AM

Bob, keep this one longer than JJ and I added up on ours, which was about a total of six months, LOL!! Congrats again on a great pickup and also losing the weight man!!

dfn8tly · 17 September 2005, 04:22 AM

It does my heart good to see so many of our loyal company urge you to go with MY watch (black GMT-II), even those who admittedly regret selling their's. Yes, it is a watch for the refined and genteel amonst us Bob. That said, it's with the elite you belong. (smile) The other guys have recognized the error of their ways and will be back soon.

JJ Irani · 17 September 2005, 04:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dfn8tly

It does my heart good to see so many of our loyal company urge you to go with MY watch (black GMT-II), even those who admittedly regret selling their's. Yes, it is a watch for the refined and genteel amonst us Bob. That said, it's with the elite you belong. (smile) The other guys have recognized the error of their ways and will be back soon.

Hey Richard,

Was that a post or a sermon?

dfn8tly · 17 September 2005, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hey Richard,

Was that a post or a sermon?

Makes little difference my friend as I know I was preaching to the choir.

JJ Irani · 17 September 2005, 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dfn8tly

Makes little difference my friend as I know I was preaching to the choir.

Choir? More like a bunch of tossers!!

Rockrolex · 17 September 2005, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Choir? More like a bunch of tossers!!

Let's face it, JJ, you're just PO'ed at yourself for getting rid of yours and now you are too embarrassed to admit your mistake, so you had to go out and get the all black GMT-II's poor relation. I promise, if you trade the EXP back for the GMT, we will not jeer you - we will cheer you and embrace you for seeing the error of your ways and coming back into the fold where you know you belong.

JJ Irani · 18 September 2005, 05:02 AM

In all seriousness, Ed, I love the all black GMT-II.....hell, I love just about any GMT-II with any of the bezels....remember I owned all 3 at some stage or the other.

Honesltly, I NEVER EVER use my bezels.....NEVER!!! For a person like me, a revolving bezel is dead useless, utterly useless. I prefer fixed bezels and the Exp-II does it all for me. A bezel that is functional, attractive and fixed...the way I like it PLUS the superb independenly movable hour hand feature which I love and hope for in all watches some day.

And the thing I love MOST in any watch is CONTRAST. One reason why I love the way the gold bezel on my TT YM contrasts with the stunning blue on the dial; and one reason why I love the way the brushed SS bezel on the Exp-II contrasts with the black dial....you see, there is no continuity....instead there is the all important contrast...something very important to my aesthetics!!

JJ

Rockrolex · 18 September 2005, 12:39 PM

JJ, I have to keep kidding you, but I agree that the black dial EXP is a very pretty watch. If you weren't going to get the GMT, the EXP is the next best thing. So wear it well and enjoy it (at least until the next great love comes along

).

Rodentman · 18 September 2005, 01:07 PM

Here's a wrist shot of the SD. Bracelet is adjusted perfectly. It doesn't move around and I'm not aware it's there. Love the no cyclops look too.

JJ Irani · 18 September 2005, 01:08 PM

Very nice, Bob. Love the SD!! Unique to the line-up and oh so tough!!

Rockrolex · 18 September 2005, 01:18 PM

While the SD is not my first choice, any all black Rollie is a good looking timepiece. Wear it well and enjoy it, Bob.

dman · 18 September 2005, 02:28 PM

Looks great Bob!! Congrats again pal, and wear it in happiness.

JJ Irani · 18 September 2005, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dman

Looks great Bob!! Congrats again pal, and wear it in happiness.

...and what about those gloomy days when he's not that happy?

3 September 2005, 12:29 PM	#1
Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	I'm getting the itch... No, it's not an STD, but I am getting the itch for another Rolex. Not sure...it's between the ND sub, which I like a lot except for the non SEL bracelet, the SD, which I had and like a douchebag sold. And the GMT II which I also had and sold. The GMT II has more features. I don't need the depth rating of the SD, but who does. I have a big kahuna Breitling M-1 SQ which is built like a tank, in titanium, but it aint a Rolex. Not sure what to do here. This is gonna be a tough one. I can get 10% off any of these BNIB at AD.

3 September 2005, 01:34 PM	#2
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Don't give it a second thought, Bob. This picture will help you choose...in the blink of an eye!! __________________ 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!!

3 September 2005, 01:40 PM	#3
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Bob, don't listen to him, he trades watches like there is no tomo...oh wait so do I. I think you should also go with the GMT II in the all black set up. It is sexy and sophisticated, that is why JJ and I both had to get rid of ours. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

3 September 2005, 01:45 PM	#4
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	OMG! No orange, blue or gold! Yeah, I'm with the guys on this one - speaking as an SD wearer, my next one's going to be a black GMT II. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

3 September 2005, 01:48 PM	#5
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Of course neither one had great bouncing ability, sorry mate I tried to resist, but could not stop the urge. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

3 September 2005, 06:23 PM	#6
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,374	My favourite in the sports Rolex is the SD,not a lover of the cyclops But the more I see the black bezel GMT the more I like it,you might get more discount on the GMT. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

4 September 2005, 12:02 AM	#9
---- Guest Posts: n/a	I agree that the GMT with black bezel would be a good choice. It makes sense to me, because you get the sub look with a bonus (and useful) complication.

15 September 2005, 12:10 PM	#11
Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	After much antagonizing I have made my incision and will pick up a BNIB "D" SD from the local AD tomorrow. I already have the Kermit, and the ND Sub would be too close to that. I like the Big Kahuna heft of the SD and I rarely travel, although the 24 hour hand on the GMT II is cool. I'll let you know when I get the SD! I'll even try to take a decent photo!

15 September 2005, 12:13 PM	#12
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Really couldn't go wrong there Bob, but I like the choice pal!! That watch has personality, it stands out, both things that are much like you!! Wear it in happiness and get to snappin pics when it arrives. PS. You must really be bummed that you aren't getting an anchor. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

15 September 2005, 05:09 PM	#13
Seadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 750	Excellent choice but then I'm biased. Congrats. __________________ The Exclusive 4000ft Club.

15 September 2005, 05:34 PM	#14
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Nice picture, Craig! __________________ 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!!

15 September 2005, 06:09 PM	#15
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,374	Good choice Bob my favourite sports Rolex wear it in good health. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

16 September 2005, 04:41 AM	#16
Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	Thank you! Yeah, that's right! I didn't get a stinking anchor. Well, that's a huge BFD. Oh, I just got back from picking it up. Got 10.63% off MSRP, which aint bad from an AD who normally offers 0% disc. I lost enough weight so that 1 link needed to be removed. That makes me happy! I also like the heft, and the all black look gives me a splendid alternative to the Kermit! I like the thicker bezel also. I'll work on some photos, but I'm not very good at that. I'll post them later.

16 September 2005, 04:43 AM	#17
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Congrats, Bob....wear it in good health. Excellent choice!! __________________ 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!!

16 September 2005, 04:54 AM	#18
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Bob, keep this one longer than JJ and I added up on ours, which was about a total of six months, LOL!! Congrats again on a great pickup and also losing the weight man!! __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

17 September 2005, 04:22 AM	#19
dfn8tly Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Richard Location: The Villages, FL Watch: GMT-II Posts: 396	It does my heart good to see so many of our loyal company urge you to go with MY watch (black GMT-II), even those who admittedly regret selling their's. Yes, it is a watch for the refined and genteel amonst us Bob. That said, it's with the elite you belong. (smile) The other guys have recognized the error of their ways and will be back soon.

18 September 2005, 05:02 AM	#24
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	In all seriousness, Ed, I love the all black GMT-II.....hell, I love just about any GMT-II with any of the bezels....remember I owned all 3 at some stage or the other. Honesltly, I NEVER EVER use my bezels.....NEVER!!! For a person like me, a revolving bezel is dead useless, utterly useless. I prefer fixed bezels and the Exp-II does it all for me. A bezel that is functional, attractive and fixed...the way I like it PLUS the superb independenly movable hour hand feature which I love and hope for in all watches some day. And the thing I love MOST in any watch is CONTRAST. One reason why I love the way the gold bezel on my TT YM contrasts with the stunning blue on the dial; and one reason why I love the way the brushed SS bezel on the Exp-II contrasts with the black dial....you see, there is no continuity....instead there is the all important contrast...something very important to my aesthetics!! JJ __________________ 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!!

18 September 2005, 12:39 PM	#25
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,541	JJ, I have to keep kidding you, but I agree that the black dial EXP is a very pretty watch. If you weren't going to get the GMT, the EXP is the next best thing. So wear it well and enjoy it (at least until the next great love comes along ). __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

18 September 2005, 01:07 PM	#26
Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	Wrist shot Here's a wrist shot of the SD. Bracelet is adjusted perfectly. It doesn't move around and I'm not aware it's there. Love the no cyclops look too.

18 September 2005, 01:08 PM	#27
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Very nice, Bob. Love the SD!! Unique to the line-up and oh so tough!! __________________ 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!!

18 September 2005, 01:18 PM	#28
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,541	While the SD is not my first choice, any all black Rollie is a good looking timepiece. Wear it well and enjoy it, Bob. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

18 September 2005, 02:28 PM	#29
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Looks great Bob!! Congrats again pal, and wear it in happiness. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

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