Rolex vs Ulysse Nardin???

[sakolander]

Thinking of getting a Submariner vs the Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver....Any thoughts??..Price about the same

[joe100]

The one you like most? I dunno.

I know which one I'd choose....

[SWISSAHOLICS]

You are the judge of this one my friend....good luck and post pics!

[ecsub44]

Sub.

I'm not a fan of the other.

[Glidelock]

Originally Posted by sakolander

Thinking of getting a Submariner vs the Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver....Any thoughts??..Price about the same

I've owned a bunch of Subs, and one UN Maxi Marine Diver. UN is a beautiful watch, but sold long ago to get another Sub. In my opinion the Sub is just a more solid watch all the way around. It's built like a tank, far more reliable in the 3150 movement, and resale value on the UN is hideous at best!

[mvmbles]

I love my Subs, but man do I miss my UN Marine chronometer! Can't wait to see what you choose.

[Chewbacca]

had a blue un maximarine with resin/rubber/whatever band for a month... it didn't feel right on my wrist.

try a jlc or gp before the un imho. if you're looking for a nautical look, also try a corum admirals cup.

the rolex option is a no brainer.

[kilyung]

Get the Sub. I got creamed on resale for my Sonata unless you know you'll never sell it.

[TimeOnMyHands]

Had a UN. Loved it at first then it grew boring. Well made. Unusual design - but a rare wrist sighting. Bought it right so resale was a non issue. Prefer the low key nature of an EXPII. Buy what sings to you!

[bawlin]

My brother has a UN Executive whatever you wanna call it. Funky watch but I'm not a big fan and I can see people getting bored of theirs very quickly (especially when you wear it everyday like he does). He bought it because UN is respected by "watch guys" and has a superior movement to Rolex (his words, not mine). Of course, when I ask him what kind of movement it has the room goes silent. I respect other marques but only if they're bought for the right reason.

[watchwatcher]

Unless you like the UN better, I would go Sub. And not even think much.

[nick c]

UN nice watches but buy the sub

[Urosfan]

Sub all the way

[Hairdude1]

Sub!

[rolex75216]

I would vote for the Sub.

[Billywiz]

sub.

[wingku]

Sub all day

[Knappo 1307]

I'm sorry never got the UN thing, junk to me.....

[kenn18]

Has to be the Sub - after all, his is a Rolex Forum, and the bias can be expected!

[Tools]

I have both Rolex and Ulysse Nardin watches.. They both make great looking and performing time-pieces..

Get the watch that you want to wear on your wrist the most...

[salem65]

This is a tough choice. The UN diver has been in my crosshairs for a long time. Ultimately,I think I would go with a Submariner, unless you really want to be different, then get the UN.

[Baco Noir]

The UN Maxi Marine diver is a gorgeous watch and not nearly as common as the sub. I particularly like the white golf ball style dimpled dial. If bought second hand it can be had at a good value. UN's will cost more for service, but have a lot of elegance to them in my book.

BUT as others have said, buy what you like and are most likely to hold on to.

[wisguy]

Used to own a UN Black Ocean, sold it and still have my Sub.

Get the one you like the most.

[Glidelock]

Originally Posted by mvmbles

I love my Subs, but man do I miss my UN Marine chronometer! Can't wait to see what you choose.

That is a gorgeous watch for sure. I also like that same watch in the electric blue dial!

Originally Posted by kilyung

Get the Sub. I got creamed on resale for my Sonata unless you know you'll never sell it.

I'm gonna' go topic here w/ Mike for a sec. With all of your love for the Pelagos...your gonna sell it? Mike...Mike...Mike...Mike...What Day is it? I know you can hear me Mike! F L I P D A Y ! ! ! I'd say that people who don't get killed on the resale of their UN's are happier then Mike Kilyung at Basel!

Originally Posted by bawlin

My brother has a UN Executive whatever you wanna call it. Funky watch but I'm not a big fan and I can see people getting bored of theirs very quickly (especially when you wear it everyday like he does). He bought it because UN is respected by "watch guys" and has a superior movement to Rolex (his words, not mine). Of course, when I ask him what kind of movement it has the room goes silent. I respect other marques but only if they're bought for the right reason.

My experience re: the movement tells me different. I absolutely loved the looks and design...even the wrist presence of my Maxi Marine Diver (Black Dimple Dial). But, after 3 separate trips to the UN Spa in Boca Raton in less than a year because it just wouldn't hold a wind, I opted out! Thinking back, maybe I didn't send it to Boca Raton Fl., perhaps I was sending it to Del Boca Vista instead. This would explain why the watchmaker that kept charging me so much was named Mr. Kastanza!

[Mr. K]

regret selling both of my UNs

[Mr. K]

[Vincent65]

You ask that, here? Erm... SUB.

[SearChart]

Submariner!

[travisb]

UN makes some great looking timepieces, but I'd go for the Sub without a doubt. Timeless, reliable and just good looking.
Never owned UN, but know some who have and they all had service / mechanical issues. Secondary market is not good either.

[Rashid.bk]

Submariner, of course.