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dr35mm · 12 July 2017, 07:12 AM

I got caught up in the Daytona Hype last week and put myself on a wait list for a white dial. Luckily my AD asked for no deposit, no compromises, I have a good relationship with them and that watch will sell no problems.

Now that I'm more calmed, I realized probably I made a mistake. The Yachtmaster ,which is my current and only watch, is great for me but one of the reasons why I'm looking for a new one is the fact that in a lot of situations I feel its too dressy. I'm more of a casual guy, architect, jeans/tshirt, casual button down and chinos, cocktail outfit at most and its 2 times a years, I just dont wear suits. My AD said that I could cancel daytona and get a Hulk or BLNR in about 3 months.

It's going to be my one and only, Im got to beat the living s*** out of it, gym, beach, construction sites, getting to know cities around the world and everything my active lifestyle throws at me. So question is, What would you guys recommend? Daytona? Hulk? BLNR? I can't keep the YM since my wife called dibs on it already.

Thanks! Any recommendation will be highly appreciated!

tufty · 12 July 2017, 07:17 AM

Have you thought about an explorer II ?

Njtster · 12 July 2017, 07:20 AM

I a bit like you. Commercial photographer. Love my SubC

JnmEaton · 12 July 2017, 07:23 AM

Pepsi, Magnum P.I., beaches, Ferrari...........

Casual.

TOlsen · 12 July 2017, 07:25 AM

Do you like the polished center links?

Mirx · 12 July 2017, 07:25 AM

Perhaps a BLNR? Could be particularly handy during your explorations of the cities around the world.

KDS777 · 12 July 2017, 07:40 AM

Obviously it's your call but the BLNR is the choice for me.

GP13 · 12 July 2017, 07:42 AM

Hulk...

AS1 · 12 July 2017, 07:42 AM

Not a mistake really. Stay on the list and see how you feel when your name is called... in about 5 years you may feel differently.

slide13 · 12 July 2017, 07:43 AM

If you need/want a chrono then get the Daytona.

If you need/want a GMT hand get the BLNR.

If you need neither of those then I'd go Hulk (or any SubC) for the all brushed bracelet and the Glidelock.

For my one and only I chose the 114060 and couldn't be happier but I think all of the ones you mentioned are perfectly suitable options depending upon your preferences. I had always wanted a Sub and really appreciate the Glidelock and non-date dial symmetry which is why I went 114060. Hulk was a in the running as I love the green dial, but decided I liked the versatility and classic looks of the black in the end.

watchwatcher · 12 July 2017, 07:44 AM

I think the LV-C or the BLNR would be great...but honestly, if you're feeling like the YM is too dressy, then I would look at the new EXP or EXP2.

Kevan · 12 July 2017, 07:52 AM

What are the lists like in the Dom Rep?

Because you would have time to change your mind numerous times in the UK prior to the watch arriving. If they accept you onto the list (my AD stated that they are not taking any further names as they have no real chance of working down it as it stands) stay there and make the decision when it arrives, you can always decline the purchase.

breitlings · 12 July 2017, 08:08 AM

you need the Daytona! Special imho.

strafer_kid · 12 July 2017, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by breitlings

you need the Daytona! Special imho.

Most of the ones you mentioned will take quite a bit of 'action' within reason of course. Go with the one that 'does it' for you - you can always flip it on down the line if it does not work out. Good luck!

GB-man · 12 July 2017, 08:12 AM

I'd go LVc myself. Brushed. Diving bezel. Beautiful. Date.

key · 12 July 2017, 08:17 AM

Keep your name on the waitlist as it may take more than a year to get the call and decide then. I wear my 116500 white as a daily beater and it's perfect for all occasions.

brandrea · 12 July 2017, 08:20 AM

LVC gets my vote of the three you mentioned. If your YM is too dressy for your taste, the BLNR and Daytona will feel the same.

ras47 · 12 July 2017, 08:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JnmEaton

Pepsi, Magnum P.I., beaches, Ferrari...........

Casual.

Oh yeah.

hugs · 12 July 2017, 08:34 AM

It's not really a mistake. Easy to correct.

To be honest the AD will be relieved if you take your name off the list. It gives him an easier job of appeasing his other customers.

mjclark32 · 12 July 2017, 08:39 AM

LV sounds like a match, the only part tripping me up is the "traveling to cities around the world" that's where the blnr may win out...

1William · 12 July 2017, 08:41 AM

Submariner-C.

drm20 · 12 July 2017, 08:42 AM

Sub c! Very comfortable, appropriate for any situation, tough, checks all the boxes in my opinion. If you want something a little different, explorer 2??

Jimbogigolo · 12 July 2017, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by key

Keep your name on the waitlist as it may take more than a year to get the call and decide then. I wear my 116500 white as a daily beater and it's perfect for all occasions.

Idk about the Daytona as a beater... but if you did decide on getting it when you get the call, I don't think you'll really be regretting it.

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kilyung · 12 July 2017, 08:53 AM

116610ln

116500LN · 12 July 2017, 08:55 AM

We can't decide for you. Try them all on and see what speaks to you the most. If you want a recommendation from me, I insist on getting the biggest Hublot you can find (preferably over 48mm).

CYKBC · 12 July 2017, 08:57 AM

You guys are way more patient than I. Screw the middle man AD. If US, hit up one of the online guys and get it overnighted.

I find the YM to be super casual looking with its cartoony aesthetic.

rossi46 · 12 July 2017, 09:00 AM

If you do get the call and don't want it - I'd be more than happy to take it off your hands! I'll even meet you in Santo Domingo. :D

droptopman · 12 July 2017, 09:02 AM

I use mine for similar activities. A Sub sounds like the watch for you. 114060 fits your description perfectly.

bjr011 · 12 July 2017, 09:04 AM

Sub-C

JohnLT · 12 July 2017, 09:06 AM

If its your only the 116610LN can take all you throw at it and look great doing it. The LV is a beautiful piece but the green can clash with dress apparel IMO.

12 July 2017, 07:12 AM	#1
dr35mm "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Peter Location: Caribbean Watch: BB58 Posts: 2,398	I think I made a mistake.. I got caught up in the Daytona Hype last week and put myself on a wait list for a white dial. Luckily my AD asked for no deposit, no compromises, I have a good relationship with them and that watch will sell no problems. Now that I'm more calmed, I realized probably I made a mistake. The Yachtmaster ,which is my current and only watch, is great for me but one of the reasons why I'm looking for a new one is the fact that in a lot of situations I feel its too dressy. I'm more of a casual guy, architect, jeans/tshirt, casual button down and chinos, cocktail outfit at most and its 2 times a years, I just dont wear suits. My AD said that I could cancel daytona and get a Hulk or BLNR in about 3 months. It's going to be my one and only, Im got to beat the living s*** out of it, gym, beach, construction sites, getting to know cities around the world and everything my active lifestyle throws at me. So question is, What would you guys recommend? Daytona? Hulk? BLNR? I can't keep the YM since my wife called dibs on it already. Thanks! Any recommendation will be highly appreciated! __________________ Present: BB58 \| BB36 \| GMW-B5000D-1JF \| 6900-PT80 Past: 16610LN \| 16622 \| 116610LN \| 214270

12 July 2017, 08:12 AM	#15
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,859	I'd go LVc myself. Brushed. Diving bezel. Beautiful. Date. __________________

12 July 2017, 08:39 AM	#20
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	LV sounds like a match, the only part tripping me up is the "traveling to cities around the world" that's where the blnr may win out... __________________

12 July 2017, 09:00 AM	#27
rossi46 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Dan Location: CT, by a lake Watch: shopping Posts: 1,465	If you do get the call and don't want it - I'd be more than happy to take it off your hands! I'll even meet you in Santo Domingo. :D __________________ A watch is about the entire package, not just its appearance. Any large watch company not making its own movement is not making a watch at all; they’re just playing dress-up. --The Watch Snob

12 July 2017, 09:02 AM	#28
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	I use mine for similar activities. A Sub sounds like the watch for you. 114060 fits your description perfectly. __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

12 July 2017, 07:17 AM	#2
tufty "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: UK Watch: DJ II, Exp II Posts: 901	Have you thought about an explorer II ?

12 July 2017, 07:20 AM	#3
Njtster "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 58	I a bit like you. Commercial photographer. Love my SubC

12 July 2017, 07:23 AM	#4
JnmEaton "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Gulfport Watch: 18038 Presidential Posts: 1,009	Pepsi, Magnum P.I., beaches, Ferrari........... Casual.

12 July 2017, 07:25 AM	#5
TOlsen "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Copenhagen Posts: 211	Do you like the polished center links?

12 July 2017, 07:25 AM	#6
Mirx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: UK Watch: RLX Posts: 437	Perhaps a BLNR? Could be particularly handy during your explorations of the cities around the world.

12 July 2017, 07:40 AM	#7
KDS777 Banned Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: YYC-GIG Watch: 16618LB Posts: 675	Obviously it's your call but the BLNR is the choice for me.

12 July 2017, 07:42 AM	#8
GP13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: GA Watch: All of them... Posts: 407	Hulk...

12 July 2017, 07:42 AM	#9
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	Not a mistake really. Stay on the list and see how you feel when your name is called... in about 5 years you may feel differently.

12 July 2017, 07:43 AM	#10
slide13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Here Posts: 932	If you need/want a chrono then get the Daytona. If you need/want a GMT hand get the BLNR. If you need neither of those then I'd go Hulk (or any SubC) for the all brushed bracelet and the Glidelock. For my one and only I chose the 114060 and couldn't be happier but I think all of the ones you mentioned are perfectly suitable options depending upon your preferences. I had always wanted a Sub and really appreciate the Glidelock and non-date dial symmetry which is why I went 114060. Hulk was a in the running as I love the green dial, but decided I liked the versatility and classic looks of the black in the end.

12 July 2017, 07:44 AM	#11
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	I think the LV-C or the BLNR would be great...but honestly, if you're feeling like the YM is too dressy, then I would look at the new EXP or EXP2.

12 July 2017, 07:52 AM	#12
Kevan "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: England/Dubai Watch: the one on my arm. Posts: 923	What are the lists like in the Dom Rep? Because you would have time to change your mind numerous times in the UK prior to the watch arriving. If they accept you onto the list (my AD stated that they are not taking any further names as they have no real chance of working down it as it stands) stay there and make the decision when it arrives, you can always decline the purchase.

12 July 2017, 08:08 AM	#13
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	you need the Daytona! Special imho.

12 July 2017, 08:17 AM	#16
key "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: N/A Posts: 386	Keep your name on the waitlist as it may take more than a year to get the call and decide then. I wear my 116500 white as a daily beater and it's perfect for all occasions.

12 July 2017, 08:20 AM	#17
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,650	LVC gets my vote of the three you mentioned. If your YM is too dressy for your taste, the BLNR and Daytona will feel the same.

12 July 2017, 08:34 AM	#19
hugs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: UK bad teeth etc Watch: Rolex and Tudor Posts: 1,001	It's not really a mistake. Easy to correct. To be honest the AD will be relieved if you take your name off the list. It gives him an easier job of appeasing his other customers.

12 July 2017, 08:41 AM	#21
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,718	Submariner-C.

12 July 2017, 08:42 AM	#22
drm20 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Dave Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: Just one more Posts: 1,060	Sub c! Very comfortable, appropriate for any situation, tough, checks all the boxes in my opinion. If you want something a little different, explorer 2??

12 July 2017, 08:53 AM	#24
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,870	116610ln

12 July 2017, 08:55 AM	#25
116500LN Banned Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: -Nan Posts: 365	We can't decide for you. Try them all on and see what speaks to you the most. If you want a recommendation from me, I insist on getting the biggest Hublot you can find (preferably over 48mm).

12 July 2017, 08:57 AM	#26
CYKBC "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: USA Posts: 253	You guys are way more patient than I. Screw the middle man AD. If US, hit up one of the online guys and get it overnighted. I find the YM to be super casual looking with its cartoony aesthetic.

12 July 2017, 09:06 AM	#30
JohnLT "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: JohnLT Location: Boston Watch: time fly Posts: 618	If its your only the 116610LN can take all you throw at it and look great doing it. The LV is a beautiful piece but the green can clash with dress apparel IMO.

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