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No SUBctitute · 12 May 2017, 03:39 PM

Since I purchased my Sub four years ago I have only thought of Rolex.

Lately, though, while helping a buddy find a leather strap Omega, I found myself drawn to the leather strap Aqua Terra pictured below. In person, it really pops!

My wandering eye made me wonder about getting a leather strap Rolex.

Does anyone have a picture to share of the SS Datejust 41 white dial, black dial, or blue dial/fluted bezel on a leather strap?

Ben.McDonald7 · 12 May 2017, 03:41 PM

The Aqua Terra is a beautiful watch and great on a lot of different straps. I've since sold my AT but I miss it. If you do get one don't buy new...they go pretty low used.

Alexwwjd · 12 May 2017, 04:03 PM

Are you thinking about cheating Rolex or cheating the Oyster bracelet? I've cheated before and I go back to Rolex... but it is a different case because my first love was Omega. In any case, go for it but do it convinced.

kilyung · 12 May 2017, 04:09 PM

Cheating can sometimes be an expensive mistake

sensui · 12 May 2017, 04:29 PM

The Aqua Terra line has something for everyone IMO....a bit too diverse but that's not always bad, I always feel like a lot of non-Omega fans take well to the AT line for this reason. Not a bad looking choice OP.

No SUBctitute · 12 May 2017, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Ben.McDonald7

The Aqua Terra is a beautiful watch and great on a lot of different straps. I've since sold my AT but I miss it. If you do get one don't buy new...they go pretty low used.

Yes, I noticed that resale is not like Rolex. I would try to source from a UK gray for about 40% off of US MSRP.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alexwwjd

Are you thinking about cheating Rolex or cheating the Oyster bracelet? I've cheated before and I go back to Rolex... but it is a different case because my first love was Omega. In any case, go for it but do it convinced.

Both. I just didn't feel excited about (enough to buy) any Rolex since I got my Sub. The leather Omega Aqua Terra got me a little excited. And then I wondered if I wasn't necessarily wanting to leave Rolex, but I just wanted a leather strap watch. Which led to my post about a Datejust and a leather strap. I'm feeling out what I'm looking for and it will take lots of pictures and try ons. :-)

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Originally Posted by sensui

The Aqua Terra line has something for everyone IMO....a bit too diverse but that's not always bad, I always feel like a lot of non-Omega fans take well to the AT line for this reason. Not a bad looking choice OP.

There are tons of AT models. I liked the one in the picture above just okay when seeing the picture. But, in the store it really came alive with warmth and depth. Seeing that watch in person got me more excited than any Rolex I saw in person.

Alexwwjd · 12 May 2017, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

Yes, I noticed that resale is not like Rolex. I would try to source from a UK gray for about 40% off of US MSRP.

Both. I just didn't feel excited about (enough to buy) any Rolex since I got my Sub. The leather Omega Aqua Terra got me a little excited. And then I wondered if I wasn't necessarily wanting to leave Rolex, but I just wanted a leather strap watch. Which led to my post about a Datejust and a leather strap. I'm feeling out what I'm looking for and it will take lots of pictures and try ons. :-)

Here @TRF you will find the strength you need to keep faithful.

DCheeta · 13 May 2017, 12:37 AM

Branching out to other brands is a great thing, and I think there is probably no better two-watch/two-brand collection than a Submariner and an AquaTerra (but maybe I feel that way because that is exactly the core of my collection).

With that combo you have two different brands, two different styles of watch, two different strap/bracelet options, etc.

I say go for it - cheat!

ejvette · 13 May 2017, 09:07 AM

I like the AT line defiantly buy a pre loved watch there are so many different models to choose from

No SUBctitute · 13 May 2017, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DCheeta

Branching out to other brands is a great thing, and I think there is probably no better two-watch/two-brand collection than a Submariner and an AquaTerra (but maybe I feel that way because that is exactly the core of my collection).

With that combo you have two different brands, two different styles of watch, two different strap/bracelet options, etc.

I say go for it - cheat!

Thanks for validating me!

Rebel · 14 May 2017, 02:05 AM

I just like watches (not brands). Yes, Tudor is my favorite but I do have a wandering eye!!!!

subtona · 14 May 2017, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Cheating can sometimes be an expensive mistake

12 May 2017, 03:41 PM	#2
Ben.McDonald7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Arizona Watch: Rolex 116500LN Posts: 823	The Aqua Terra is a beautiful watch and great on a lot of different straps. I've since sold my AT but I miss it. If you do get one don't buy new...they go pretty low used. __________________ Philippians 3:13-14 Ω Omega Speedmaster Pro Ω Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Good Planet LE Rolex Daytona 116500LN Rolex Submariner Date 126610LV Rolex Explorer II 16570

13 May 2017, 09:07 AM	#9
ejvette 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: East Hampton NY Watch: me break clays.. Posts: 7,495	I like the AT line defiantly buy a pre loved watch there are so many different models to choose from __________________ Rolex•Omega•Breitling•Grand Seiko "The only difference between crazy and eccentric is the size of ones bank account" Anonymous * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

14 May 2017, 02:05 AM	#11
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,057	I just like watches (not brands). Yes, Tudor is my favorite but I do have a wandering eye!!!! __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

12 May 2017, 04:03 PM	#3
Alexwwjd "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Texas Watch: Out!!! Posts: 2,352	Are you thinking about cheating Rolex or cheating the Oyster bracelet? I've cheated before and I go back to Rolex... but it is a different case because my first love was Omega. In any case, go for it but do it convinced.

12 May 2017, 04:09 PM	#4
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,870	Cheating can sometimes be an expensive mistake

12 May 2017, 04:29 PM	#5
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	The Aqua Terra line has something for everyone IMO....a bit too diverse but that's not always bad, I always feel like a lot of non-Omega fans take well to the AT line for this reason. Not a bad looking choice OP.

13 May 2017, 12:37 AM	#8
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,180	Branching out to other brands is a great thing, and I think there is probably no better two-watch/two-brand collection than a Submariner and an AquaTerra (but maybe I feel that way because that is exactly the core of my collection). With that combo you have two different brands, two different styles of watch, two different strap/bracelet options, etc. I say go for it - cheat!

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