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ryankelly · 21 July 2018, 07:52 AM

I’ve had Subs on my brain for like seven months. Went back and forth between vintage and new, date and classic, went to ADs just to try to look at examples (which is really hard! All anybody has in display cases are TTs and PM - had to extrapolate how SS would look/feel). Finally put a deposit down at my local AD three weeks ago, got told 2-3 months, which was fine. I can wait. Got a “maybe” text last night and an “it’s here” text today! (Salesman I dealt with was shocked, but happily so).

Sitting here in a drs waiting room marveling at this thing. It’s jaw-dropping, like an exquisite work of art. I honestly don’t think photos do it justice - this is a watch that’s so much more when you see it in three dimensions. If you’re thinking about a Sub like I was, try to watch videos that shoot it up close - that captures what it feels like to look at it better than flat pictures do.

It still doesn’t feel real. I drove away from the AD deliriously happy, like my chest was going to burst. I’ve settled down, but it still feels so good to look at this watch.

Just wanted to thank you guys. I haven’t dealt with the majority of you but your posts have been super helpful and entertaining as well.

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arcentaur · 21 July 2018, 08:08 AM

Congratulations on your purchase. Enjoy the watch. I had a similar experience just a month ago, so I can empathize. :thumbs up:

Odie-r · 21 July 2018, 08:08 AM

Classic. Congrats!

Rashid.bk · 21 July 2018, 08:10 AM

Love black Subs. There are many beautiful watches, colorful bezels and dials but this is overall the best looking Rolex in history. It just always looks good. Timeless and full of class.
Congratulations.

schoolboy · 21 July 2018, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryankelly

... went to ADs just to try to look at examples (which is really hard!...

I know how this feels /:

Congrats OP, glad that you found one that you fell in love with

Enjoy it in good health!!!

NManley · 21 July 2018, 08:14 AM

Congratulations, stunning watch!

Racerdj · 21 July 2018, 08:15 AM

Congratulations on your first Rolex!

Donaldkrama · 21 July 2018, 08:17 AM

I remember having my first Rolex, we all know the feeling. Enjoy your time piece in good health.

watchmework · 21 July 2018, 08:20 AM

Congrats!

darkside7 · 21 July 2018, 08:22 AM

Classic

JWC76 · 21 July 2018, 08:27 AM

Congrats. Definitely a special feeling. Looks awesome.

BlakeA · 21 July 2018, 09:22 AM

Went through the same about a month and a half ago except for this:

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Rp930 · 21 July 2018, 09:22 AM

It is amazing how long that feeling lasts. Enjoy it.

gccmd · 21 July 2018, 09:42 AM

Congratulations on you first Rolex. It’s a classic!!!

andrewjb88 · 21 July 2018, 09:48 AM

Wow congratulations.

Black Sub is the next watch I want

rmlovett1 · 21 July 2018, 09:51 AM

One of the best! Big congratulations!

Big Dogg · 21 July 2018, 10:58 AM

Awesome choice! SubC date was my first and is my only too, what a great start!

sco · 21 July 2018, 11:09 AM

Great choice! Enjoy.

SubMarin18 · 21 July 2018, 11:14 AM

Congratulations. Great choice, a real classic!

fdm79 · 21 July 2018, 11:17 AM

I'm going for my 4th Rolex in 4 years (Counting 2 LVc, first one was stolen and now, an incoming SS BLRO)

Sometimes I think how come I still don't have a black Sub C ????

All I know is that one day I'll get one !!

Congrats with yours !! Without a doubt, The classic !!

Bladeshot · 21 July 2018, 11:19 AM

Huge congrats!

I know that feeling well. You made an excellent choice. The foundation ~ a sports watch legend; the Submariner Date! Wear in good health.

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Bladeshot · 21 July 2018, 11:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlakeA

Went through the same about a month and a half ago except for this:

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Well done! Another legend ~ the Submariner... rock on

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replicator · 21 July 2018, 11:28 AM

Can never go wrong with the Sub. Every rolex fan must have one variant or another.

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Pw92676 · 21 July 2018, 11:31 AM

Congrats!

AJM914 · 21 July 2018, 12:05 PM

Congrats!

TheRolexKingofLV · 21 July 2018, 12:09 PM

Congrats Ryan!

Ya never forget your first!

BNA/LION · 21 July 2018, 12:20 PM

Congratulations!

Justindo · 21 July 2018, 12:21 PM

I'm glad you're enjoying your new watch. It's a beauty!

SG56 · 21 July 2018, 12:21 PM

Congratulations!

Wear it in good health!

Boaters · 21 July 2018, 02:19 PM

I did the exact same thing and ended up with this .. Congrats!

21 July 2018, 07:52 AM	#1
ryankelly "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: New Jersey Posts: 33	Incoming - SubC Date (and my first Rolex!) I’ve had Subs on my brain for like seven months. Went back and forth between vintage and new, date and classic, went to ADs just to try to look at examples (which is really hard! All anybody has in display cases are TTs and PM - had to extrapolate how SS would look/feel). Finally put a deposit down at my local AD three weeks ago, got told 2-3 months, which was fine. I can wait. Got a “maybe” text last night and an “it’s here” text today! (Salesman I dealt with was shocked, but happily so). Sitting here in a drs waiting room marveling at this thing. It’s jaw-dropping, like an exquisite work of art. I honestly don’t think photos do it justice - this is a watch that’s so much more when you see it in three dimensions. If you’re thinking about a Sub like I was, try to watch videos that shoot it up close - that captures what it feels like to look at it better than flat pictures do. It still doesn’t feel real. I drove away from the AD deliriously happy, like my chest was going to burst. I’ve settled down, but it still feels so good to look at this watch. Just wanted to thank you guys. I haven’t dealt with the majority of you but your posts have been super helpful and entertaining as well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 July 2018, 08:08 AM	#2
arcentaur "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Nunya Posts: 328	Incoming - SubC Date (and my first Rolex!) Congratulations on your purchase. Enjoy the watch. I had a similar experience just a month ago, so I can empathize. :thumbs up:

21 July 2018, 08:15 AM	#7
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	Congratulations on your first Rolex! __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

21 July 2018, 08:22 AM	#10
darkside7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Austin Tx Watch: Sub-C Posts: 504	Classic __________________

21 July 2018, 09:48 AM	#15
andrewjb88 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: United Kingdom Watch: 16302 Rolex OP Posts: 748	Wow congratulations. Black Sub is the next watch I want __________________ Rolex Datejust 16203 Omega Seamaster Professional 300m Tudor BB GMT Luch one hand

21 July 2018, 08:08 AM	#3
Odie-r "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 4,452	Classic. Congrats!

21 July 2018, 08:10 AM	#4
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,172	Love black Subs. There are many beautiful watches, colorful bezels and dials but this is overall the best looking Rolex in history. It just always looks good. Timeless and full of class. Congratulations.

21 July 2018, 08:14 AM	#6
NManley "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Indianapolis Watch: 116610LN Posts: 64	Congratulations, stunning watch!

21 July 2018, 08:17 AM	#8
Donaldkrama Banned Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Usa Posts: 103	I remember having my first Rolex, we all know the feeling. Enjoy your time piece in good health.

21 July 2018, 08:20 AM	#9
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	Congrats!

21 July 2018, 08:27 AM	#11
JWC76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Ohio Watch: 114060 Posts: 44	Congrats. Definitely a special feeling. Looks awesome.

21 July 2018, 09:22 AM	#12
BlakeA "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Tulsa Posts: 268	Went through the same about a month and a half ago except for this: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

21 July 2018, 09:22 AM	#13
Rp930 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Denver Posts: 194	It is amazing how long that feeling lasts. Enjoy it.

21 July 2018, 09:42 AM	#14
gccmd "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Arizona Posts: 443	Congratulations on you first Rolex. It’s a classic!!!

21 July 2018, 09:51 AM	#16
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,437	One of the best! Big congratulations!

21 July 2018, 10:58 AM	#17
Big Dogg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 46	Awesome choice! SubC date was my first and is my only too, what a great start!

21 July 2018, 11:09 AM	#18
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	Great choice! Enjoy.

21 July 2018, 11:14 AM	#19
SubMarin18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Pete Location: USA Watch: 114060 Posts: 315	Congratulations. Great choice, a real classic!

21 July 2018, 11:17 AM	#20
fdm79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Norway Posts: 931	I'm going for my 4th Rolex in 4 years (Counting 2 LVc, first one was stolen and now, an incoming SS BLRO) Sometimes I think how come I still don't have a black Sub C ???? All I know is that one day I'll get one !! Congrats with yours !! Without a doubt, The classic !! __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 126710 BLRO - Rolex Submariner 116610 LV - Breitling Navitimer 01 Pan-American Bronze Limited Edition AB0121C4/Q605-447A - Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional 3861 (Sapphire) 310.30.42.50.01.002 - Omega Seamaster Diver 300M 41mm Ceramic (Blue) 212.30.41.20.03.001

21 July 2018, 11:19 AM	#21
Bladeshot 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Grant Location: U.S. Watch: GMT 1675 PCG Gilt Posts: 5,716	Incoming - SubC Date (and my first Rolex!) Huge congrats! I know that feeling well. You made an excellent choice. The foundation ~ a sports watch legend; the Submariner Date! Wear in good health. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Just another WIS who loves to trade...

21 July 2018, 11:28 AM	#23
replicator "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/AP Posts: 341	Can never go wrong with the Sub. Every rolex fan must have one variant or another. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 July 2018, 11:31 AM	#24
Pw92676 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Georgia Posts: 6,121	Congrats!

21 July 2018, 12:05 PM	#25
AJM914 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: AJ Location: NY Watch: ♕ Posts: 6,761	Congrats! __________________

21 July 2018, 12:09 PM	#26
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	Congrats Ryan! Ya never forget your first! __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

21 July 2018, 12:20 PM	#27
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,172	Congratulations! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

21 July 2018, 12:21 PM	#28
Justindo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: California Posts: 2,176	I'm glad you're enjoying your new watch. It's a beauty!

21 July 2018, 12:21 PM	#29
SG56 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Tampa Watch: SD4K Posts: 2,674	Congratulations! Wear it in good health! __________________ Sea-Dweller 116600 - the manly one GMT II 16710 - the manly one Daytona 116500 - the manly-womanly one Yacht-Master 268622 - the chick version Speedy Mitsukoshi <3 Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAF141C.BA0824 - the chick version Thank you logan5tx!!! Have to link it. Too long for the signature. https://www.rolexforums.com/showpost...0&postcount=14

21 July 2018, 02:19 PM	#30
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,649	I did the exact same thing and ended up with this .. Congrats!

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