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Old 20 July 2018, 03:29 AM   #31
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It would be between the SD43 and the EXP2 for me. Too close to call.
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Old 20 July 2018, 04:26 AM   #32
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because of the nato strap, it made your watch and pictures 100x beautiful... You have good taste.
thank you sir
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Old 20 July 2018, 04:34 AM   #33
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uuuuuuuuummmmm.................................... ........SD43:thu mbsup:
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Old 20 July 2018, 04:39 AM   #34
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Old 20 July 2018, 04:52 AM   #35
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I’m very bias here but it has to be the 126600 SD43. I know for sure I won’t ever let this piece go. I’m looking forward to getting my hands on the DSSD JC and Skydweller very soon so I will have more to compare to, although I can’t see this being trumped for me.


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Old 20 July 2018, 04:53 AM   #36
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I have trouble wanting a steel rolex knowing that the fakes are SOOOO accurate. Would bother me if someone assumed it was fake.
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Old 20 July 2018, 04:56 AM   #37
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It'd be the 116500 for me...but if I needed a one and only, would be the blnr.
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:00 AM   #38
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BLNR with no doubt!!!
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:00 AM   #39
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BLNR, admire it as much as I did the first time I saw it.
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:03 AM   #40
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BLNR for sure.
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:04 AM   #41
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Im going with the Hulk. A very recognizable watch from a distance, it wears wonderfully and it has the green color I think of when I think of Rolex.
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:06 AM   #42
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116500 for me. Perfect mix of modern materials and classic case sizing.
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:09 AM   #43
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This is the only stainless steel sports model I have ever been totally satisfied with! Ive been through them all and trust me if you get a chance to pick this model up, do it!
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:17 AM   #44
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14060M Z serial or newer.



Best of both worlds.


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Old 20 July 2018, 05:21 AM   #45
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The one in the middle is my new favorite but these other 2 aren’t too far behind.

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Old 20 July 2018, 05:25 AM   #46
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Explorer II. 42mm is a great modern size. I’ve had many other models and nothing takes wrist time from my Explorer II.

Although they are all so good I’d be fine with any SS professional Rolex.




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Old 20 July 2018, 05:33 AM   #47
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This is the only stainless steel sports model I have ever been totally satisfied with! Ive been through them all and trust me if you get a chance to pick this model up, do it!
What a stunner! Just a fantastic watch. I absolutely love the raised crystal. It's a small thing, but it makes all the difference.
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:42 AM   #48
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What a stunner! Just a fantastic watch. I absolutely love the raised crystal. It's a small thing, but it makes all the difference.
I know and heres another few shots to show off that matte goodness!
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:50 AM   #49
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This is the only stainless steel sports model I have ever been totally satisfied with! Ive been through them all and trust me if you get a chance to pick this model up, do it!
I'd go with that as well however it isn't in the 2018 catalog. For me the next is the DaytonaC.



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The one in the middle is my new favorite but these other 2 aren’t too far behind.

I was waiting for that!!! Beautiful!!!
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:53 AM   #50
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Either dial but brush those pcls!
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:55 AM   #51
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I'd go with that as well however it isn't in the 2018 catalog. For me the next is the DaytonaC.





I was waiting for that!!! Beautiful!!!
Yeah I would agree with the Daytona but unfortunately for me that is an unobtainable grail! Enjoy it!
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Old 20 July 2018, 05:57 AM   #52
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I'd go with that as well however it isn't in the 2018 catalog. For me the next is the DaytonaC.





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Old 20 July 2018, 05:58 AM   #53
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Old 20 July 2018, 06:02 AM   #54
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Old 20 July 2018, 06:29 AM   #55
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Yes for me too! Love it. Even more than the SD43!
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Old 20 July 2018, 06:31 AM   #56
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I’m very bias here but it has to be the 126600 SD43. I know for sure I won’t ever let this piece go. I’m looking forward to getting my hands on the DSSD JC and Skydweller very soon so I will have more to compare to, although I can’t see this being trumped for me.


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I thought the same thing until I got the 126660 D-blue. I would like to add a blue SD for my Rolex trio. But not sure that will happen at the price they are getting.
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Old 20 July 2018, 06:37 AM   #57
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So tough to pick just one. And it depends on what you are asking exactly...



If I had a nice vintage collection to go along with ONE modern, I'd be tempted to take the Sub LV. If we are talking owning just one watch period and it had to be a modern one, it would probably be the Daytona C white dial.
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Old 20 July 2018, 06:40 AM   #58
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What is your favorite MODERN steel SPORT/professional model

My favourites.

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Second Place:



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Old 20 July 2018, 06:41 AM   #59
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D5 > the field

Honorable mention to blnr / lvc
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Old 20 July 2018, 06:46 AM   #60
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Wow yes.. can't be a lot better i guess
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