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Chelseafan · 16 August 2014, 02:05 PM

Sea dweller ...easy choice for me.

style88 · 16 August 2014, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric Chan

BLNR. There most likely is a bias with my choice as I own a BLNR and not an SD. The reasons why I feel the BLNR is the better modern Rolex when compared to he SD are:

1. The first watch to have a bi-colour ceramic bezel. A true accomplishment within itself.
2. GMT complication. Arguably more useful than a 4000 ft depth rating.
3. Size. Not as thick as the SD. Personal preference.
4. Looks. In my opinion, the BLNR looks better than the SD. The bi-colour bezel seals the deal for me.

Hope his helps.

I agree.

I would go for BLNR too because it wears better with business suit (thinner) and the GMT is useful for my kind of work.

More importantly, it add some colour. This is why I went for the LVc as well and not the Sub LN.

sebastien1975 · 16 August 2014, 05:26 PM

SD4000 for the bracelet + i am allergic to cyclops

venom43 · 16 August 2014, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric Chan

BLNR. There most likely is a bias with my choice as I own a BLNR and not an SD. The reasons why I feel the BLNR is the better modern Rolex when compared to he SD are:

1. The first watch to have a bi-colour ceramic bezel. A true accomplishment within itself.
2. GMT complication. Arguably more useful than a 4000 ft depth rating.
3. Size. Not as thick as the SD. Personal preference.
4. Looks. In my opinion, the BLNR looks better than the SD. The bi-colour bezel seals the deal for me.

Hope his helps.

JPizzzle · 12 February 2015, 02:14 AM

I'm struggling with this decision right now. I can get both for about the same price and this will be my only watch for a while. Blue isn't my favorite color, but I do like it. I'm Simone who typically wants something to stick out from the crowd, but am worried about clashing with outfits and don't want to feel pressured to try to wear blue to match. Any thoughts?

watchwatcher · 12 February 2015, 03:00 AM

Better? There is no better...just different.

AS1 · 12 February 2015, 03:07 AM

Own both (though hate the "batman/bruiser" designation)... I travel a lot so the GMT would be so hard to give up but somehow I have become a little more attached to the SD4K. Maybe just because it's newer.

You have to try them both and then decide IMO. The polished center links of the GMT give it a more showy look. I would personally never wear the SD4K with a suit.

Karbo · 12 February 2015, 03:33 AM

We need a poll on that one !
For me SDC wins by a mile on every points... I cant be more happy with my SDC

Karbo · 12 February 2015, 03:34 AM

My 1000th Post !!

Solo118 · 12 February 2015, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Grubby

Both of these watches are absolutely incredible, and they seem to have large respective fan bases in the community. Which of these do you deem to be the better modern Rolex, and why?

It looks like you have a Sub-C, so I would say BLNR on this one!

Ferdelious · 12 February 2015, 03:43 AM

I'm biased because I have the SD4000 but to me its the best current SS sports model. BLNR is 2nd for me but if it was all brushed they would be neck and neck.

AK797 · 12 February 2015, 03:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Karbo

We need a poll on that one !
For me SDC wins by a mile on every points... I cant be more happy with my SDC

Can see why, great shot!

GradyPhilpott · 12 February 2015, 03:52 AM

Which is better depends on your needs.

CabbageHead · 12 February 2015, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by style88

I agree.

I would go for BLNR too because it wears better with business suit (thinner) and the GMT is useful for my kind of work.

More importantly, it add some colour. This is why I went for the LVc as well and not the Sub LN.

SD4000 is no problem with a suit.

When she still had stickers and the diver's extension..

SeaDweller all day long my friend.

Karbo · 12 February 2015, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Can see why, great shot!

Thx neil

JJL · 12 February 2015, 04:57 AM

Can't go wrong with either obviously, but I'd choose the SD. Even though I'd personally get more use out of the GMT functionality since I travel more than I dive - I still like the SD looks more.

Maybe they will release a SS Coke GMT this year at Basel - maybe you should wait to decide!

tkerrmd · 12 February 2015, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SamSam

BLNR because it has a 2nd time zone.. An extra complication that is. And the two tone ceramic bezel isn't bad either.

agree

watchstudent · 12 February 2015, 05:50 AM

Own neither but tried both on a number of times.

Sd4K is my "grail", i will not be able to buy another watch for 2-3 years if I am to own one but i think it will be worth it. IMO it is (as stated above by someone else) the perfect sports watch. All other modern rolexes I have at least one issue with, and at these prices the watch needs to meet every single demand!

BLNR - PCLs and no glidelock
Sub - bulky lugs
Exp II - I prefer the 40mm size (and no glidelock)
Exp I - hands are "too short"
Daytona - too shiney

So yeah the I am in the Sea Dweller camp!

Stolen pic:

travisb · 12 February 2015, 07:04 AM

BLNR for me. If only it had a glidelock it would be damn near perfect. I've thought about adding one to it and polishing the center link of the clasp.
Anyone done this?

psv · 12 February 2015, 08:10 AM

SD4000. Easily. The polished center links kills the GMT and black/blue is not my favorite combo (it has 80's synth-pop vibe to it somehow...)

ItsABoutTime · 12 February 2015, 10:31 AM

If the SD4000 had the polished center links that would win for me hands down since the all black is the classic/timeless look.

However if you need the GMT function or prefer the color contrast of the bezel and like the PCL's then get the GMT. I dont need the GMT but i like the look of the blue/black bexel and the PCL's.

CabbageHead · 12 February 2015, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ItsABoutTime

If the SD4000 had the polished center links that would win for me hands down......

fishingbear · 12 February 2015, 02:12 PM

I tend to prefer my SD 4000. I do like the beautiful BLNR but I feel like Rolex knocked it out of the park on many levels with this Sea Dweller design.

hitman23 · 12 February 2015, 02:28 PM

BLNR for those in dressier attire. SD more for the casual guy. You can wear an SD with a suit, but it doesn't mean you should.

darwin95 · 12 February 2015, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hitman23

BLNR for those in dressier attire. SD more for the casual guy. You can wear an SD with a suit, but it doesn't mean you should.

couldn't agree more

Karbo · 12 February 2015, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ItsABoutTime

If the SD4000 had the polished center links that would win for me hands down since the all black is the classic/timeless look.

However if you need the GMT function or prefer the color contrast of the bezel and like the PCL's then get the GMT. I dont need the GMT but i like the look of the blue/black bexel and the PCL's.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CabbageHead

Please rolex no polished center links anymore !! Rolex worst move imo...

Mr DateJust · 12 February 2015, 10:06 PM

Anyone got a side by side picture of the GMT2C and SD4K?

h20addict · 12 February 2015, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JPizzzle

I'm struggling with this decision right now. I can get both for about the same price and this will be my only watch for a while. Blue isn't my favorite color, but I do like it. I'm Simone who typically wants something to stick out from the crowd, but am worried about clashing with outfits and don't want to feel pressured to try to wear blue to match. Any thoughts?

Take it from someone who has an LVc, matching your watch with your clothes becomes an after thought real quick. As for this thread BLNR hands down.

sheldonsmith · 13 February 2015, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gt0279a

SD 4000
Proportional lugs and crown guard - Rolex finally got it right
Raised crystal - not a fan of the flush look
Added thickness - BLNR is too flat IMO
Satin Dial - better legibility
No PCLs - I suppose you could always brush them

--- from personal experience ^this^ ---

Clay · 13 February 2015, 04:04 AM

"Better" doesn't exist in my opinion...Only "Different"...

Here's my choice...

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12 February 2015, 03:52 AM	#43
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16 August 2014, 02:05 PM	#31
Chelseafan Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: London Posts: 542	Sea dweller ...easy choice for me.

16 August 2014, 05:26 PM	#33
sebastien1975 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Sebastien Location: South East Asia Posts: 788	SD4000 for the bracelet + i am allergic to cyclops

12 February 2015, 02:14 AM	#35
JPizzzle "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: USA Posts: 212	I'm struggling with this decision right now. I can get both for about the same price and this will be my only watch for a while. Blue isn't my favorite color, but I do like it. I'm Simone who typically wants something to stick out from the crowd, but am worried about clashing with outfits and don't want to feel pressured to try to wear blue to match. Any thoughts?

12 February 2015, 03:00 AM	#36
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,599	Better? There is no better...just different.

12 February 2015, 03:07 AM	#37
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	Own both (though hate the "batman/bruiser" designation)... I travel a lot so the GMT would be so hard to give up but somehow I have become a little more attached to the SD4K. Maybe just because it's newer. You have to try them both and then decide IMO. The polished center links of the GMT give it a more showy look. I would personally never wear the SD4K with a suit.

12 February 2015, 04:57 AM	#46
JJL "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: US Watch: 1680 Red & 16622 Posts: 2,449	Can't go wrong with either obviously, but I'd choose the SD. Even though I'd personally get more use out of the GMT functionality since I travel more than I dive - I still like the SD looks more. Maybe they will release a SS Coke GMT this year at Basel - maybe you should wait to decide!

12 February 2015, 05:50 AM	#48
watchstudent "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: SW England Watch: Sub and a Speedy Posts: 368	Own neither but tried both on a number of times. Sd4K is my "grail", i will not be able to buy another watch for 2-3 years if I am to own one but i think it will be worth it. IMO it is (as stated above by someone else) the perfect sports watch. All other modern rolexes I have at least one issue with, and at these prices the watch needs to meet every single demand! BLNR - PCLs and no glidelock Sub - bulky lugs Exp II - I prefer the 40mm size (and no glidelock) Exp I - hands are "too short" Daytona - too shiney So yeah the I am in the Sea Dweller camp! Stolen pic:

12 February 2015, 07:04 AM	#49
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,523	BLNR for me. If only it had a glidelock it would be damn near perfect. I've thought about adding one to it and polishing the center link of the clasp. Anyone done this?

12 February 2015, 08:10 AM	#50
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North America Posts: 11,078	SD4000. Easily. The polished center links kills the GMT and black/blue is not my favorite combo (it has 80's synth-pop vibe to it somehow...)

12 February 2015, 10:31 AM	#51
ItsABoutTime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Miami, FL, USA Posts: 14	If the SD4000 had the polished center links that would win for me hands down since the all black is the classic/timeless look. However if you need the GMT function or prefer the color contrast of the bezel and like the PCL's then get the GMT. I dont need the GMT but i like the look of the blue/black bexel and the PCL's.

12 February 2015, 02:28 PM	#54
hitman23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: ny Posts: 765	BLNR for those in dressier attire. SD more for the casual guy. You can wear an SD with a suit, but it doesn't mean you should.

12 February 2015, 10:06 PM	#57
Mr DateJust "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Glasgow, UK Watch: 16570 Posts: 909	Anyone got a side by side picture of the GMT2C and SD4K?

13 February 2015, 04:04 AM	#60
Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	"Better" doesn't exist in my opinion...Only "Different"... Here's my choice...

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