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TswaneNguni · 23 May 2019, 03:27 PM

Wasn't that impressed with the ss version,but really like the WG Blro with black dial and the new meteorite dial .

Expensive though.

sinkholeninja · 23 May 2019, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by phow

I really couldn't agree more with this. I have too fallen victim of the GMT hype and I'm not entirely sure if it's because I actually like the watch or because everyone else likes the watch... Usually I don't follow the crowd simply for the sake of it but I have to consider that I just might be doing so since a) I don't normally go for case size under 41mm and b) I'm not a huge fan of the jubilee bracelet and would likely swap if for a sub bracelet... Those two factors alone make it sound like the wrong watch for me but yet, I still want it lol...

I think I might just ask my AD to let me know when the next one comes in so I can check out in person and either keep waiting or cross it off the list.

I'd highly recommend that you try it first.

sinkholeninja · 23 May 2019, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by InitialAndPitch

He didn’t reject an offer. The OP tried on a marketing model and wasn’t offered one. He may or may not have passed if offered one.

I would have passed on it if offered 100%, as it's not a watch for me and I wouldn't buy just to sell it. There are other ways to make money

sinkholeninja · 23 May 2019, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by nigelUK

Excellent post ... can relate to all of that ..

I never even gave a GMT a second thought up until a year or so ago. And I would hate to think I was influenced by all the hype, but clearly I have been.

I know I wouldn't wear it much if i got one. Had the Hulk for about 18 months and wore it rarely, even though i loved to look at it.

We live in an hyper-connected world and are constantly bombarded by marketing of some sort, so either on a conscious, or subconscious level we are all influenced to some extent.

sinkholeninja · 23 May 2019, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Morrison0

I love mine...

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Looks good on you, wear it in good health

sinkholeninja · 23 May 2019, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

I love mine

But gotta buy what you love and will wear

I turned down Hulk, SkyD-blue, DSSD-JC, and SD43 all for various reasons. I didn't care if they were sought after or hot items or traded over list.

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Truth

socalwatchcollector · 24 May 2019, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by RHIII

The one I passed on? It was the new release.

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I passed on the first release but the new bezel is vibrant IMO. That's the great thing about this hobby. It's all personal preference.

RHIII · 24 May 2019, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by socalwatchcollector

I passed on the first release but the new bezel is vibrant IMO. That's the great thing about this hobby. It's all personal preference.

Absolutely right. To be honest - my approach lately is really steering clear of the hyped up references - and enjoying the rest of manufacturers portfolios.

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Solo118 · 24 May 2019, 02:01 AM

Agree, BLRO is a beyond stunning watch but hard to have this as a one and only. I have a new appreciation for the BLNR though, which I think can do it all (either bracelet)

sinkholeninja · 24 May 2019, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by RHIII

Absolutely right. To be honest - my approach lately is really steering clear of the hyped up references - and enjoying the rest of manufacturers portfolios.

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Cheers to that

CoveWatch · 24 May 2019, 03:35 AM

Nothing wrong with not liking it.. impossible for it to please everybody and be pretty weird if it did

blankapdx · 24 May 2019, 03:41 AM

Had a chance to see the Pepsi in person, just wasn't for me. But the TT RG Chnr was just a stunner in person. Looking at pictures, it was totally the opposite.

sinkholeninja · 24 May 2019, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by blankapdx

Had a chance to see the Pepsi in person, just wasn't for me. But the TT RG Chnr was just a stunner in person. Looking at pictures, it was totally the opposite.

I've never seen a Root Beer up close, but I kinda dig the colour combo.

sinkholeninja · 24 May 2019, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by CoveWatch

Nothing wrong with not liking it.. impossible for it to please everybody and be pretty weird if it did

Indeed.

jrs146 · 24 May 2019, 05:10 AM

I really enjoy the BLRO. I will admit, the colors are not perfect. Especially on the MK1 bezel like the one I have. But I enjoy it nevertheless. I found the perfect solution to the bezel colors too. Just own a 5-digit also. Maybe even 2. Problem solved!

SFBAY · 24 May 2019, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by exador

The colours have been 'improved' a little on the latest version.

Stop

Carry The Interest · 24 May 2019, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by SFBAY

Stop

Not this again!!!

ALF61 · 24 May 2019, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by sinkholeninja

...it didn't do it for me!

Ok, let me backtrack a bit.

I was looking to buy a second Rolex to compliment my 116600 and wanted to see what all the fuss was about with BLRO, so a couple of weeks ago I went to an AD in Lucerne, Switzerland, who happened to have one in stock, but for marketing purposes only. I was able to try the watch in a private viewing room, away from a large group of Chinese tourists, but after putting it on I didn't fall for it at all. Not sure if it's the shiny jubilee bracelet, but it felt very flashy and not something I would wear on daily basis as I do with my SD4K. This is of course all subjective and a matter of personal taste, but it got me thinking about the Rolex craze we're now experiencing. Before all the hype I would never have considered a GMT, as I like divers more, but because every man and his dog seem to want BLRO, I felt compelled to look for it. Having had an opportunity to at least try it, I now know for a fact that I won't be putting my name on a waiting list.

Morale of the story? Don't let all the hype cloud your judgement and before going through great lengths to acquire a watch (e.g. paying well over the odds to get it), go and try it first and ask yourself if it's truly the one for you.

I had a reverse case experience. When it came out I was turned off with the initial photos and videos. I even posted a thread along these lines stating my distaste you can search for it if you want.

Then, when I saw it in person, WOW, instant love at first sight. I love this piece.

cdubg21 · 24 May 2019, 08:48 AM

I think the 126710BLRO on a sub bracelet (brushed glidelock) would be the perfect watch, at least in my opinion. I can’t stand the jubilee, ruins the watch for me.

sinkholeninja · 24 May 2019, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ALF61

I had a reverse case experience. When it came out I was turned off with the initial photos and videos. I even posted a thread along these lines stating my distaste you can search for it if you want.

Then, when I saw it in person, WOW, instant love at first sight. I love this piece.

No doubt that for some it is THE watch to get right now, just not for me.

HK852GMT · 24 May 2019, 05:50 PM

Interesting. I got my 5-digit GMT with a black bezel. Thought the Pepsi was overrated. Then as i saw more on here, i resolved to get a BLRO insert. Having got it, i wore it for a day and then reverted to LN. The BLRO while gorgeous, just wasn’t ‘me’.

The coke however.....

InitialAndPitch · 24 May 2019, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by sinkholeninja

I would have passed on it if offered 100%, as it's not a watch for me and I wouldn't buy just to sell it. There are other ways to make money

I agree wholeheartedly. Sounds like your instincts are serving you well. cheers.

We humans are funny creatures. Me included!

sinkholeninja · 28 May 2019, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by InitialAndPitch

I agree wholeheartedly. Sounds like your instincts are serving you well. cheers.

We humans are funny creatures. Me included!

I amuse you!?

Chester01 · 28 May 2019, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by sinkholeninja

...it didn't do it for me!

Ok, let me backtrack a bit.

I was looking to buy a second Rolex to compliment my 116600 and wanted to see what all the fuss was about with BLRO, so a couple of weeks ago I went to an AD in Lucerne, Switzerland, who happened to have one in stock, but for marketing purposes only. I was able to try the watch in a private viewing room, away from a large group of Chinese tourists, but after putting it on I didn't fall for it at all. Not sure if it's the shiny jubilee bracelet, but it felt very flashy and not something I would wear on daily basis as I do with my SD4K. This is of course all subjective and a matter of personal taste, but it got me thinking about the Rolex craze we're now experiencing. Before all the hype I would never have considered a GMT, as I like divers more, but because every man and his dog seem to want BLRO, I felt compelled to look for it. Having had an opportunity to at least try it, I now know for a fact that I won't be putting my name on a waiting list.

Morale of the story? Don't let all the hype cloud your judgement and before going through great lengths to acquire a watch (e.g. paying well over the odds to get it), go and try it first and ask yourself if it's truly the one for you.

This is an excellent post and reminder. I think when folks get the call from the AD, there is some influence of the perceived rarity as well as the knowledge of the discrepancy between MSRP and Gray market that must influence folks to some degree.

Then of course the rarity creates a cognitive dissonance where what we may like is the rarity and feeling that the watch is special and hard to get, rather than the piece that we actually want. I think folks need to take their time, do the research, and don't be afraid to pass. Other opportunities will come up.

calh22a · 28 May 2019, 02:40 AM

My AD showed me a Pepsi that was spoken for. It does look nice in person, but it wasn’t for me. Glad I had a chance to see it. It is a shame we can’t easily see all these different references before making a decision to buy.

brmeyers · 28 May 2019, 02:50 AM

I have had both WG Pepsi and SS Pepsi.
Both are great but for me I like WG better as far as looks,
SS Better for comfort and price. WG is the one I miss more.
BUT, I like full RG CHNR even better yet for a PM GMT which is why I have it now.

Also, Here is a WG worth considering too, I just got the other day...
I just love love sunburst dials, as WG/SS Pepsi dial is not as much fun.
2019-05-25_11-23-41.jpg

Vince KSA · 28 May 2019, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by crewsin

Jubilee on sports models is meh. To each his/her own though

Completely agree, it ruins the BLRO and the new BNLR for me. I tried the BLRO on and the jubilee just made it feel a little flimsy. Agree that the jubilee not a sports/professional watch bracelet.

Mrngrz46 · 28 May 2019, 03:13 AM

The 🦊 and the 🍇....

I'm joking...to me the blnr hype is not justified. The blue and black together to me and I repeat only to me is like a 🤛🏽 In my 👀...but to everyone its own. I had it and changed after few weeks for daytona...never look back.

I was lucky to get blro ss from AD and it was the gmt I was waiting for: proportioned, jubilee, ceramic bezel, right color (compared to WG). It has all I need.

Calatrava r · 28 May 2019, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipes

I recently tried one on also. Really nice watch at retail but not worth grey market prices for me.

This is really true on all Rolex models.

Largoshark · 28 May 2019, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by brmeyers

I have had both WG Pepsi and SS Pepsi.
Both are great but for me I like WG better as far as looks,
SS Better for comfort and price. WG is the one I miss more.
BUT, I like full RG CHNR even better yet for a PM GMT which is why I have it now.

Also, Here is a WG worth considering too, I just got the other day...
I just love love sunburst dials, as WG/SS Pepsi dial is not as much fun.
Attachment 1044749

Beautiful watch, but way off topic

24 May 2019, 05:10 AM	#75
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,821	Tried BLRO and... I really enjoy the BLRO. I will admit, the colors are not perfect. Especially on the MK1 bezel like the one I have. But I enjoy it nevertheless. I found the perfect solution to the bezel colors too. Just own a 5-digit also. Maybe even 2. Problem solved! __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

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23 May 2019, 03:27 PM	#61
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,608	Wasn't that impressed with the ss version,but really like the WG Blro with black dial and the new meteorite dial . Expensive though.

24 May 2019, 02:01 AM	#69
Solo118 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,063	Agree, BLRO is a beyond stunning watch but hard to have this as a one and only. I have a new appreciation for the BLNR though, which I think can do it all (either bracelet)

24 May 2019, 03:35 AM	#71
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	Nothing wrong with not liking it.. impossible for it to please everybody and be pretty weird if it did

24 May 2019, 03:41 AM	#72
blankapdx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Watch: 116500 black Posts: 312	Had a chance to see the Pepsi in person, just wasn't for me. But the TT RG Chnr was just a stunner in person. Looking at pictures, it was totally the opposite.

24 May 2019, 08:48 AM	#79
cdubg21 Banned Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Earth Watch: 116610LV Posts: 469	I think the 126710BLRO on a sub bracelet (brushed glidelock) would be the perfect watch, at least in my opinion. I can’t stand the jubilee, ruins the watch for me.

24 May 2019, 05:50 PM	#81
HK852GMT "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Hong Kong Watch: 16710 16610LV Posts: 115	Interesting. I got my 5-digit GMT with a black bezel. Thought the Pepsi was overrated. Then as i saw more on here, i resolved to get a BLRO insert. Having got it, i wore it for a day and then reverted to LN. The BLRO while gorgeous, just wasn’t ‘me’. The coke however.....

28 May 2019, 02:40 AM	#85
calh22a Banned Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: California Posts: 802	My AD showed me a Pepsi that was spoken for. It does look nice in person, but it wasn’t for me. Glad I had a chance to see it. It is a shame we can’t easily see all these different references before making a decision to buy.

28 May 2019, 02:50 AM	#86
brmeyers "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Bryant Location: Florida Watch: ...Your Thoughts Posts: 2,171	I have had both WG Pepsi and SS Pepsi. Both are great but for me I like WG better as far as looks, SS Better for comfort and price. WG is the one I miss more. BUT, I like full RG CHNR even better yet for a PM GMT which is why I have it now. Also, Here is a WG worth considering too, I just got the other day... I just love love sunburst dials, as WG/SS Pepsi dial is not as much fun. 2019-05-25_11-23-41.jpg

28 May 2019, 03:13 AM	#88
Mrngrz46 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Switzerland Posts: 448	The 🦊 and the 🍇.... I'm joking...to me the blnr hype is not justified. The blue and black together to me and I repeat only to me is like a 🤛🏽 In my 👀...but to everyone its own. I had it and changed after few weeks for daytona...never look back. I was lucky to get blro ss from AD and it was the gmt I was waiting for: proportioned, jubilee, ceramic bezel, right color (compared to WG). It has all I need.

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