Are these five SS enough?!?

[brucethemanlee]

Originally Posted by roadster198

Nope never enough ��

LOL!!

Originally Posted by roadster198

Only £13k more to spend and that’s me done ��

Originally Posted by Brian Page

No, you need a Sub for sure and maybe a DSSD, but nice start, looks great, might also consider a 5 digit sub and / or GMT master.

DSSD too large
Sub maybe one day when Rolex slims down the lugs a bit.... not a fan of wearing a "square" watch LOL!!

Originally Posted by strafer_kid

Great collection!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by 1665fan

Need a few vintage in there

Unfortunately i don't know the first thing about vintage

Originally Posted by RTG

I was with you at the end of summer 2018. Then I bought my first PM model. It re-sparked my interest in the brand and lessened the enjoyment the unicorn SS watches provided. Now using steel to acquire gold...like the kings of old.

interesting!!

Originally Posted by Maiden

Only you can answer if they are "enough". We are all different. This would be way too much for me, I would diversify brands, but that's me.

Looking to diversify to Patek and FP Journe

Originally Posted by Swimmer0

nice collection....don't stop ..u need a SUB

Sub one day!

Originally Posted by spect

I would literally crown you the SS Lord, there is no need for another it’s just a lot of subs..
i think you should call it quits

Thank you .... i like that "SS Lord" moniker ....Hahahaha!

Laying low on Rolex for now (until Basel 2019) working on Patek and FP Journe!

Originally Posted by ap1

You just have charm

Missing is hulk and blue skyD then retire (to Patek)

Hulk not my kind of green and SkyD (maybe) but initially when i tried on the blue SkyD it just felt "big"

Originally Posted by TurboTim14

Very nice collection, A Sub no date or a Sub LV and this would be perfect. Although we can always dream of the next piece, this collection is so nice I can just appreciate it for what it is and be content!

thank you!

I am perfectly content....

but as a watch guy i'm always looking out for the next watch around the corner....

i might pick up a few Seikos to kick around to get me over the hump!

[red1108nyc]

You have reached Rolex Nirvana and end of the modern path - nothing left to conquer in Rolex land and time to hit Patek and AP!

[macrowatch]

Amazing collection!

OP, curious what your take is on the TT Rootbeer CHNR and the WG Oysterflex and why you opted out of those pieces for your collection?

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

I am humbled, thrilled, and very fortunate to have obtained some highly desirable SS Rolex timepieces from my AD in New York.

My fabulous five are:

- GMT Master II - 126710 BLRO (Pepsi)
- Daytona 116500 (white)
- Daytona 116500 (black)
- GMT Master II - 116710 BLNR (Batman)
- Sea-Dweller 116600 SD4K

After acquiring the 126710 BLRO (Pepsi) at Christmas, I feel I might be done with Rolex. At this point, I think I am just going to sit back, chill, and enjoy my timepieces.

Famous last words right?






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Devoid of PM is not an end point; you need one YG, one WG, and a couple of Pt to finish up!!!

[redsubby]

Definitely need a Hulk.
For the fun of it, may add a vintage after the Hulk.

[Hard_Six]

I know you mentioned the Hulk isn't your flavor of green but it really covers a nice range of hues depending on the light. You also have a lot of black dials in there. I'd try and add some color to the collection as you move forward. And as other have suggested, maybe a PM for the next one? Or Patek or FP J as you mentioned. A blue dial 5712 would fit right in.

Either way, nice job on amassing a great collection of very desirable SS pieces! Many dream of owning just one of those. You done good!

[BakerView]

Originally Posted by TickTockChuck

Very nice collection thus far indeed! Well, you have many of the coveted SS models, so most folks would be happy to hold the line there. You just got the wonderful SS Pepsi. All I might suggest is the LVc which makes a fun addition and would add a Submariner which you lack. The next stage might be a move into PM. Good luck and enjoy what you already have nonetheless. Cheers!

+1
It's hard to be done (I've tried it). And of course you haven't reached the summit...... the flagship Day Date. Carry on good sir, your collection is inspiring.

[Urosfan]

I would add a hulk for sure

[mk2jag]

even if you just had one of these you could sit back and chill. it's just a matter of perspective.

very nice collection for sure!

[Dsmith1974]

Hell no, there’s always one more!

Six dig sub. Five dig sub and gmt for starters.

[rmlovett1]

Outstanding collection! I’d go toward PM Rolex (DD40) if adding more. (But I’m a die hard rolex guy)
If branching out, PP would be a great direction.

[subtona]

That is all the best of the modern offerings.

The big question is which do you find yourself wearing most????

Is it a rotation or are there 2 or 3 that you grab for?

[dadonn2]

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

I am humbled, thrilled, and very fortunate to have obtained some highly desirable SS Rolex timepieces from my AD in New York.

My fabulous five are:

- GMT Master II - 126710 BLRO (Pepsi)
- Daytona 116500 (white)
- Daytona 116500 (black)
- GMT Master II - 116710 BLNR (Batman)
- Sea-Dweller 116600 SD4K

After acquiring the 126710 BLRO (Pepsi) at Christmas, I feel I might be done with Rolex. At this point, I think I am just going to sit back, chill, and enjoy my timepieces.

Famous last words right?











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If you really are finished, please take me to your AD. I'll even bring the Diet Coke and whatever you may request. Beautiful collection Bruce and am not sure what I'd add to that....a Hulk but you're not crazy about the green, but you'd have the symmetry of 2 GMTs 2 Daytonas and 2 Subs. How about a YM I blue dial? Outside of Rolex, Journe chronometre bleu but you've got a theme going on there.

[Chaching]

You really need a PM Rolex and a SD4K

[Calatrava r]

I would add a Day-Date to that collection. Perhaps 40mm white gold green Romans.

[subtona]

Originally Posted by Chaching

You really need a PM Rolex and a SD4K

[TruthBalance]

I need to stop looking at this thread, you’re killin me here! Congrats!

[brucethemanlee]

Originally Posted by red1108nyc

You have reached Rolex Nirvana and end of the modern path - nothing left to conquer in Rolex land and time to hit Patek and AP!

Rolex Nirvana....Yes!!!



My focus is moving to:



Patek 5167

Patek 5164

FP Journe chronometre Bleu



Luckily I've had opportunity to try our preview on my wrist so I already know what it look like and feel

Originally Posted by macrowatch

Amazing collection!



OP, curious what your take is on the TT Rootbeer CHNR and the WG Oysterflex and why you opted out of those pieces for your collection?

Thank you!!!



Chnr ?  I like it.  But I don't love it. It fits the same as the BLNR. It is a nice combination of colors. I just have bad memories of two tone growing up so it's just a bit of for me.  I might change my mind one day however I definitely prefer two tone with rose gold rather than yellow gold



With respect to the WG Daytona oyster flex. I don’t really like the way the oyster flex attaches to the case of the watch. The end link is actually part of the watch And can’t be removed therefore if I ever decide to put a strap on it won’t work unless it matches up with the end link. I know this is true with the three recent PM Daytonas with oyster flex however not sure about the models before

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Devoid of PM is not an end point; you need one YG, one WG, and a couple of Pt to finish up!!!

Ack!!! "a couple of Pt...."?  My wallet is crying!!!  LOL!!!



But I cannot tell I lie I have put these PM babies on my wrist for look and feel... Just in case Lol!!!

Originally Posted by redsubby

Definitely need a Hulk.

For the fun of it, may add a vintage after the Hulk.

Not a fan of the hulk's shade of green. Perhaps a Kermit?!!?

Originally Posted by Hard_Six

I know you mentioned the Hulk isn't your flavor of green but it really covers a nice range of hues depending on the light. You also have a lot of black dials in there. I'd try and add some color to the collection as you move forward. And as other have suggested, maybe a PM for the next one? Or Patek or FP J as you mentioned. A blue dial 5712 would fit right in.



Either way, nice job on amassing a great collection of very desirable SS pieces! Many dream of owning just one of those. You done good!

Thank you!!  It hasn't been easy putting together these SS pieces. Patience. Perseverance. A great AD relationship. And a whole ton of luck!!



I know I am very lucky to have the pieces I have and more than just one desirable SS

How about this blue dial DD?

Originally Posted by FidalgoBay

+1

It's hard to be done (I've tried it). And of course you haven't reached the summit...... the flagship Day Date. Carry on good sir, your collection is inspiring.

Thanks!!!!  Ok maybe a long pause before the summit LOL!!!

Originally Posted by Urosfan

I would add a hulk for sure

Not a fan of the hulk's shade of green. Perhaps a Kermit?!!?

Originally Posted by mk2jag

even if you just had one of these you could sit back and chill. it's just a matter of perspective.



very nice collection for sure!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

Hell no, there’s always one more!



Six dig sub. Five dig sub and gmt for starters.

HAHAHA... yes always room for one more!

Originally Posted by Richris1

Outstanding collection! I’d go toward PM Rolex (DD40) if adding more. (But I’m a die hard rolex guy)

If branching out, PP would be a great direction.

Thank you very much!!



I think Patek is next :)

Either PP 5167 or PP 5164

Originally Posted by subtona

That is all the best of the modern offerings.



The big question is which do you find yourself wearing most????



Is it a rotation or are there 2 or 3 that you grab for?

I'd say 3 are in rotation consistently



40% Daytona white

30% BLRO

30% mix of all my other watches but I do grab the SD4K quite a bit

Originally Posted by dadonn2

If you really are finished, please take me to your AD. I'll even bring the Diet Coke and whatever you may request. Beautiful collection Bruce and am not sure what I'd add to that....a Hulk but you're not crazy about the green, but you'd have the symmetry of 2 GMTs 2 Daytonas and 2 Subs. How about a YM I blue dial? Outside of Rolex, Journe chronometre bleu but you've got a theme going on there.

Thanks!



It'll cost you more than a Diet Coke...Hahaha

Originally Posted by Chaching

You really need a PM Rolex and a SD4K

PM? perhaps



However I do have a SD4K (or do you mean the SD43? Which i find a bit large for me)

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I would add a Day-Date to that collection. Perhaps 40mm white gold green Romans.

How about rose gold ? ;-) Just tried on today

Originally Posted by TruthBalance

I need to stop looking at this thread, you’re killin me here! Congrats!

Sorry.... just spreading the TRF gospel !!



Thanks!!!

[CFR]

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

My focus is moving to:

Patek 5167

Patek 5164

FP Journe chronometre Bleu

If you're considering getting into FPJ, always first check the reputation for reliability of whatever FPJ model interests you. The CB seems to have a good track record (probably because it's a simple time-only watch), but quite few other FPJ models are highly problematic. He makes beautiful watches but often not the most reliable.

I've always had a really visceral negative reaction to those PP Aquanaut/Nautilus watches. Nothing about them appeals to me. But I know I'm in the minority. A lot of people seem to love them.

Since you're considering PM watches, think about Lange too. Because standard-production new Langes don't hold their value very well, you can buy certain preowned Lange models for less than you'd pay for a SS Rolex these days. Langes are built like tanks, too. They're not for everyone, but if you like the Lange aesthetic, it might be a nice way to diversify your collection. And white precious metals (platinum and white gold) are stealthy like steel, so nobody but you will know it's a PM watch.

[coffeebreak]

It's a great set for sure. A dream set, really. It's incredible that you don't have any version of the sub in there though

[derrylzaradi]

Wow.. dream set!


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[1st amg]

Wow, what a line up. Your very fortunate, well done!

[brucethemanlee]

Originally Posted by CFR

If you're considering getting into FPJ, always first check the reputation for reliability of whatever FPJ model interests you. The CB seems to have a good track record (probably because it's a simple time-only watch), but quite few other FPJ models are highly problematic. He makes beautiful watches but often not the most reliable.



I've always had a really visceral negative reaction to those PP Aquanaut/Nautilus watches. Nothing about them appeals to me. But I know I'm in the minority. A lot of people seem to love them.



Since you're considering PM watches, think about Lange too. Because standard-production new Langes don't hold their value very well, you can buy certain preowned Lange models for less than you'd pay for a SS Rolex these days. Langes are built like tanks, too. They're not for everyone, but if you like the Lange aesthetic, it might be a nice way to diversify your collection. And white precious metals (platinum and white gold) are stealthy like steel, so nobody but you will know it's a PM watch.

thanks for the heads up... i didn't realize FPJ had reliability issues. i know every now and then high end watches have some QC issues...even Rolex and PP, but would have thought the smaller annual production of FPJ would result in better QC. I will research some more.



I'm not a fan of the Nautilus but the Aquanaut just works in my eyes



Yeah I have thought about ALS. They are pricey little gems that's for sure. 1815 chrono (boutique edition) and the Datograph have caught my eye, but the prices are up there

Originally Posted by coffeebreak

It's a great set for sure. A dream set, really. It's incredible that you don't have any version of the sub in there though

Thank you!

My SD4K is my enhanced-Sub LOL!!



Actually i have looked at modern Sub, Sub date, Hulk, TT Sub....but the super case and squareish case design just doesn't do it for me. I might look at 5 digit Subs but that another animal altogether.

Originally Posted by derrylzaradi

Wow.. dream set!





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Thanks!!!!!

Originally Posted by 1st amg

Wow, what a line up. Your very fortunate, well done!

Thank you !!



Yes, my AD has really looked out for me and got me the pieces I want (all at MSRP) in a timely manner without having to do any kind of silly bundling of DD/PM watches BS that I'm hearing is happening at many ADs around the world.

[subtona]

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

...


I'd say 3 are in rotation consistently



40% Daytona white

30% BLRO

30% mix of all my other watches but I do grab the SD4K quite a bit



...

There you are, the perfect 3.

That’s what I would stick with and use the others toward something interesting.

[Jg422]

Sell three of them and get a gold watch..color of your choice.


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[jimcameron]

Keep the top two.

Sell the bottom three.

[Token74]

Reminds me of my Rolex collection at its best...and I was super happy with it.



Since then however, the 116500 and the BLNR have gone, replaced with a Nautilus 5990 - it’s hard to stay still in this game!!


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[Comex5514_]

Beautiful collection. Which one is your favourite?

[Tokyo Mike]

No, you need a no date Sub.

[Zuger]

You are indeed “theman”!