Advice on Daily Wearer Please!

[abozz]

I have a 116610LN and even sleep with the watch on, the life is too short and I forget the money behind my watch, I only see the watch and enjoy it. For your question an omega would be a good choice, speedmaster moon.

[Ian Macdermott]

Wear the watches you have or sell them and get a Seiko Casio or some other reasonably priced watch, which will perform exactly the same function ie tell you the time. They are all watches although some massage ones ego more than others.

[Cru Jones]

To answer your question, with that budget, I’d look at an Explorer (though might be slightly out of the range), Speedy (great history, versatile), Panerai (used 000, 005 or 111), IWC Mark XVIII on bracelet or blue Tudor Pelagos (Black Bay and 58 being very similar to what you have).

[Noah860]

Well buddy, this all depends on how deep your going to be diving everyday?!

[Burlington]

Originally Posted by Jason71

...he proceeded to wear it like it was a $10 quartz.

When people talk about using a Rolex as a beater watch - this is the type of pic I’m always waiting for.

[JayHantz]

Originally Posted by Jason71

Stop worrying and wear your watches...You say it makes it more special when you wear it only occasionally. I challenge you to wear your watches and make memories with them. It will make it more special IMHO.

This is gold. Also, absolutely gorgeous before and after pics. It looks wonderful.

I agree, wear them and enjoy them.



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[Boaters]

Originally Posted by Jason71

Stop worrying and wear your watches. I bought one of my 1665s not long ago. It was in this condition when I purchased it. The previous owner bought it in Las Vegas with some of his winnings, and then he proceeded to wear it like it was a $10 quartz.



I sent it off to have it serviced and it came back looking like this:





You say it makes it more special when you wear it only occasionally. I challenge you to wear your watches and make memories with them. It will make it more special IMHO.

Love that watch hard to believe that it ever looked that way when you bought it

[j-watch]

Posts like this want me to bang my head against the wall. Can't understand the disconnect, really!

Was at a neighborhood Xmas party several years ago. One of my neighbors who I didn't converse with very often seen me wearing a 16600 SD. He approached and proceeded to ask me how often I wear it. At the time, it was one of two pieces I had in the collection. When I told him 3 - 4 days per week, he almost came unglued. Explained to me that he had an Polar Explorer II he bought on vacation a few years ago. Keeps it in his safe and only brings it out on special occasions. When I tried to tell him it's "just a watch, wear it and enjoy it" he just could not wrap his head around that. It was "too precious" to him. He moved not too long after, and I have no idea if he ever changed his wearing habits. Shame, really!

[stockjock1975]

"I wish I wore my Rolex less" or "One of my best accomplishments was keeping my watch minty and pristine" said no man on his deathbed EVER.

Just wear the ones you have and enjoy life's journey.


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[1William]

If you are going Rolex I would look at the 42 mm Polar Explorer II. Great wear and very rugged.

[Boaters]

As said wear what you have they are perfect

[subtona]

Originally Posted by Jason71

Stop worrying and wear your watches. I bought one of my 1665s not long ago. It was in this condition when I purchased it. The previous owner bought it in Las Vegas with some of his winnings, and then he proceeded to wear it like it was a $10 quartz.



I sent it off to have it serviced and it came back looking like this:





You say it makes it more special when you wear it only occasionally. I challenge you to wear your watches and make memories with them. It will make it more special IMHO.

tears of happiness are streaming down my face


which begs the question, is it safe to wear your rolex in the presence of tears of happiness?

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by Muxi

You'll feel the same with any new acquisition. It's a mindset.

I think if I get a current production model thats a bit less than pristine I may not feel that way. With these I searched high & low for quite some time before I found what I was looking for.

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by dwjez14

Why not get a rubber band from somewhere like Everest. That way you don’t have to wear on the stainless bands and keep them nice and tight. I get what your putting down. I wore my sub for years daily. I now bought a black gmt. I’m going to put a everest band on it so I do not ruin the bracelet. I am in the construction Business so I beat the crap out of my daily watches by.

Not a bad idea! Ty

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by ROLMARINER

Get a Submariner no-date 14060. Get one that's already got some scuffs and dings, no box, no papers. It will feel as familiar as your SD but it's thinner and cleaner without the date window. $5,500 will cover it.

And once you see how relaxing and carefree a no-worry Rolex can be it'll become your favorite watch, the one you covet the most. The ones you worry about are the ones that hit the back of the sock drawer. Trust me on this.

I like this idea!

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by frankfrazetta

If you have a Rolex wear it every day. If you have a Rolex and insist on not wearing it every day then buy the cheapest watch you can find and wear it when you don't want a real watch on your wrist.

Simple, no?

I do wear an skx007 on occasion & I love it!

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by dwjez14

Or get one like this guy.


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I do wear an skx007 on occasion & I love it!

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by dashdaddy

As the others have said, wear what you have. Whatever you plan to buy next, you'll be reluctant to wear that as well. I'm speaking from experience. I wanted a Rolex Submariner 11406 for my entire life, and once I got it I barely wore it, lest it damaged in some way. Am I careful with? Absolutely. But, after a lot of encouragement on the forums, it's become my daily and the centerpiece of my collection. Enjoy what you. Build a connection and bond with those two awesome watches.

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Appreciate that!

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by ink3027

The two watches you have are two of the best daily wearers Rolex has ever made. Enjoy them

Ty!

[037]

Originally Posted by Jcy90

I think if I get a current production model thats a bit less than pristine I may not feel that way. With these I searched high & low for quite some time before I found what I was looking for.

But if you don't wear and enjoy them after that search, what's the point?

Honest question.

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by VanAdian

I am with the rest and say wear the amazing pieces you have. I suspect though your mind is set on getting a different watch as a daily, so will venture an opinion.
Maybe look at omegas for that range- seamaster (new one) , speedmaster variants, Railmaster
Tudor GMT or black bay.

Speedy could be a potential winner

[Jcy90]

[QUOTE=Bladeshot;9133631]I have traded through many, many sports Rolex. You have 2 of the best! Like others suggested; wear them. I have full sets, and I’ll have them serviced someday when they need to be put back into original condition. Or perhaps my son will enjoy them and know the marks on them were made by me, and he will continue to add to those memories without polishing. Get them out and make some memories with the References you have. (Although it is always fun to keep adding and trading!)

If you are looking for enablement, how about adding a Tudor black bay or pelagos? I really like the blue Pelagos but it’s a bit too big for my 7” flat wrist. Tried it. Want to love it. Just can’t pull it off. Those should wear well since you are a big guy. For me, I stick to Rolex because we can trade them without taking the hit one does with other brands. Have fun ~ YOLO


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Ty! Have a black bay in BNIB condition. I bought it, it just didn’t sing to me so I have it listed on the FS section. I’m sure your son will be delighted to wear your watches & make memories with them!

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by rollee1

These 2 are as daily as you can get in Rolex, I suggest odd days GMT and even days 16600.

Back to your question on an addition with a 4-5k budget, there's nothing better than a omega speedmaster racing 40mm or a 42mm. It's a fine watch, fits the bill and gets you into a chronograph.

Speedmaster definitely growing on me.

[red1108nyc]

I love the idea of a Speedmaster professional or Exp II 16570

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by Melvin Udall

Wear them and invest in stock to make profit. If you get an Omega as per suggestions you will worry about the scratches too.

Not looking at these as an investment as I probably won’t ever sell them. The speedmaster is gorgeous

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by AEC

I highly recommend a Speedmaster Pro for daily use.





If you prefer a Rolex for daily use, and if you want to stay in the $4-$5 range, then I recommend a previously loved Explorer I in the 39mm case.



These watches are versatile, durable, low-key, and a delight to wear every day.

You’re right!

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by Cubdrick

Keep them in perfect condition—the next owner will thank you!

These aren’t Picasso’s. They’re mass produced. They don’t all end up being Neuman Daytonas. The reason some of the old ones are so valuable is no one saw them as collectible back in the day and actually used them as they were meant. Today, everyone is saving the boxes, tags, even removed stickers are saved by some. Let your watch be your watch and enjoy as intended.

Check with an old guy, doubt you’ll find one that says he wished he kept his watches in mint condition by not wearing them as much!

I hear you loud & clear!

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by padi56

Have to agree just cannot see the point of buying any watch if you are not going to wear it, a Rolex is just a watch nothing more and meant to be worn.

I do wear them just sparingly lol

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by Jason71

Stop worrying and wear your watches. I bought one of my 1665s not long ago. It was in this condition when I purchased it. The previous owner bought it in Las Vegas with some of his winnings, and then he proceeded to wear it like it was a $10 quartz.



I sent it off to have it serviced and it came back looking like this:





You say it makes it more special when you wear it only occasionally. I challenge you to wear your watches and make memories with them. It will make it more special IMHO.

Hell of a transformation!! Who did that service for you watch looks amazing!

[Jcy90]

Originally Posted by ppalasthira

You gotta wear them man. Are you planning to keep them mint for a good resale value in the future?

Never selling these.