Decisions decisions! BLNR vs 114060 as part of a collection w 116500LN & 126710BLRO

[yesnaya]

Hi guys,

The collection never stops shifting or being tweaked haha. I’m currently on the list for a new SS BLRO and word from my AD is that it will come soon enough. I currently have a BLNR as well as a black dial ceramic Daytona. My question is this: Should I keep the BLNR (and have 2 GMTs in the collection), or should I flip the BLNR for a 114060 and pocket some cash?

Ever since I was a kid the Pepsi was what I identified as Rolex and I will be taking (and keeping) the Pepsi. By flipping the BLNR for a 114060 (I prefer the symmetry of the dial over the sub date), I will have the Rolex land/air/sea trio (which I think is kinda neat), and I will have 3 different functions (chrono/gmt/diver), with 3 different bracelets (pcl oyster/brushed oyster/jubilee). So i'm pretty exited about that!

So why am I doubting the decision? On an individual watch basis, I like the BLNR better than a sub. If I were to own 1 watch, I would pick the BLNR every day over the sub. It just has flavor, while the sub is kinda vanilla - beautiful vanilla, but still vanilla. So knowing this, it's kinda hard to on purpose get rid of a watch that you like, for a watch you like less (individually), for the sake of a more “well-rounded” collection… I mean I don’t hate the sub… I lust after one regularly (which is why i'm considering this)! I just prefer the BLNR over it head to head. So I’m not sure if I should keep the BLNR knowing the Pepsi will be the new king in the collection. Either way the BLNR/114060 will play 2nd fiddle to the Pepsi while the Daytona is more for special occasions or Fridays and is not in the “everyday rotation”.

Thoughts?

[zjd168]

I am waiting for the SS BLRO and have no plan to sell the BLNR.

[HogwldFLTR]

I'd go for a SD4K instead. Perhaps an SD43 if that is more to your liking.

[scottwmitch]

For me, I would not have both as they really don't fill a different niche from each other. You could make the argument for having an SS GMT and say the new CHNR as one is a bit more dressy.

[Racerdj]

I would definitely keep the BLNR!

[yesnaya]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

I'd go for a SD4K instead. Perhaps an SD43 if that is more to your liking.

Definitely no SD... dont like the date location on the SD4k (cant unsee it after you see it haha) and the SD43 is too big for my wrist (wanted to love it but not meant to be). I dont have to have a date, and that's why I prefer the 114060 to those 2 choices (good fit and perfect symmetry).

[yesnaya]

Originally Posted by scottwmitch

For me, I would not have both as they really don't fill a different niche from each other. You could make the argument for having an SS GMT and say the new CHNR as one is a bit more dressy.

Yes, I totally get that... that's why its on my mind. Not a fan of TT watches, but i do see the redundancy of 2 SS GMT's.

[904VT]

BLNR is an amazing, simple design. No busyness, just function. Add a brushed bracelet and Glidelock and it would near the Sub’s versatility imo.

[yesnaya]

I have considered brushing the BLNR's bracelet.

[lord91]

A balanced collection shouldn't be your priority instead of what you like more, in this case the BLNR.

[yesnaya]

Originally Posted by 904VT

BLNR is an amazing, simple design. No busyness, just function. Add a brushed bracelet and Glidelock and it would near the Sub’s versatility imo.

Wise words. I have considered brushing the BLNR's bracelet or getting a submariner's bracelet for it... havent looked into acquiring one though, just thought about it. Definitely an option.

[travisb]

Keep the BLNR.

[yesnaya]

Originally Posted by lord91

A balanced collection shouldn't be your priority instead of what you like more, in this case the BLNR.

I definitely prefer the BLNR, but I also want a sub. And that Rolex air/land/sea trio is quite appealing haha. But in all seriousness, you make a great point, and it agrees with the keeping the BLNR side. Still want a sub though haha.

[opawlows]

I'd flip the BLNR,grab the 114060 and put some cash back into my pocket!

[yesnaya]

Originally Posted by opawlows

I'd flip the BLNR,grab the 114060 and put some cash back into my pocket!

I like your thinking. If only it was a no-brainer. I do like the BLNR better than the sub (but not like 90/10... more like 60/40).

[ap1]

Add blro and hulk then pause

[Woody]

You are thinking too much.......!! I would wait for the new GMT and see how things go.....you might decide to stick with what you have but probably best just to focus on one "challenge" at a time

[yesnaya]

Originally Posted by Woody

You are thinking too much.......!! I would wait for the new GMT and see how things go.....you might decide to stick with what you have but probably best just to focus on one "challenge" at a time

Best advice so far. The collection is always on my mind. 1 challenge at a time is gold. Thank you!

[lord91]

Originally Posted by yesnaya

I definitely prefer the BLNR, but I also want a sub. And that Rolex air/land/sea trio is quite appealing haha. But in all seriousness, you make a great point, and it agrees with the keeping the BLNR side. Still want a sub though haha.

Then by all means, add the Sub also

[yesnaya]

Originally Posted by lord91

Then by all means, add the Sub also

Always enabling !

[lord91]

Originally Posted by yesnaya

Always enabling !

Let me help you here

[yesnaya]

Originally Posted by lord91

Let me help you here

Beauty! Def not helping haha. Just enabling.

[watchtabs]

No date!

[AK797]

Originally Posted by ap1

Add blro and hulk then pause

This, I found the black sub a bit vanilla too so I swapped for a LVc and am very happy.

[Hard_Six]

I would keep the BLNR. First world problems either way though

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by zjd168

I am waiting for the SS BLRO and have no plan to sell the BLNR.

Same here, I’ll never be without my BLNR

[904VT]

Originally Posted by yesnaya

Wise words. I have considered brushing the BLNR's bracelet or getting a submariner's bracelet for it... havent looked into acquiring one though, just thought about it. Definitely an option.

If you must sell, I'd go with a Hulk or SD43 over the no date Subs. No need to add another glossy black dial imo

[Chadridv]

Tough call but I think I’d prefer to have 1 sub, 1 Daytona and 1 GMT.

[Nikrnic]

The idea sounds good until you said you like the BLNR better than the Sub so I'm not going there, although if it were me I'd do it.


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[CoveWatch]

If you really feel the blnr and Pepsi would be repetitive then why not sell the blnr and wait... enjoy the Pepsi first before deciding what’s next.. nothing like that honeymoon phase plus you get to plan your next hunt, which is a huge part of the fun for me