Keep either new BLNR or 2009 16610 Sub date

[yannis]

I vote BLNR.

[Robbyman]

Sub every time.

I have a 2010 16610 and a BLNR and I am giving the BLNR to my dad for Christmas. The Sub is delightful is size and aesthetics.

While I like the dial and bezel on the BLNR, the overall package of the Sub is miles better in my opinion. I do have it on a bruised 2016 GMT clasp though and that sorts the one weakness.

[Robbyman]

I also get the feeling most people saying BLNR do not have both in their hands to compare.

[joli160]

Dad deserves a new one

[topjimmi]

5 digit all the way

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by Robbyman

I also get the feeling most people saying BLNR do not have both in their hands to compare.

What makes you say that?

I have an older 16710 Pepsi and a new BLNR. I’ve also owned an old Sub LV and an old 5 digit sub amongst others.

The 5 digit wears beautifully and is full of charm, but the BLNR just has some nice improvements and pops with colour. It also has a lovely luxury feel to it that’s hard to explain.

Between them both I’d keep BLNR and am very familiar with both.

Ultimately no wrong answer though

[Godfather111]

Originally Posted by Robbyman

I also get the feeling most people saying BLNR do not have both in their hands to compare.

I have both a 16610LV and a BLNR.

And I also say keep the BLNR. Give the 5-digit to your Dad.

Younger guy gets the modern, the senior gent gets the classic.

Sounds about right to me.

[dave023]

Submariner

[JRT]

Originally Posted by Godfather111

I have both a 16610LV and a BLNR.

And I also say keep the BLNR. Give the 5-digit to your Dad.

Younger guy gets the modern, the senior gent gets the classic.

Sounds about right to me.

This is exactly what I suggest.

[mailman]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

5-digit over 6-digit every time.

I mostly agree with this however there are some exceptions where I prefer the 6 digit over 5.

OP I've had a few of both the BLNR and 16610. I'd keep the 16610

[Or57]

Thank you for all your messages, I still don’t have the answer I love them both, might let my dad decide.

[Or57]

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[sensui]

Have to stick with the blnr here.

[DmXmD]

Originally Posted by nikesupremedunk

Not trying to sound greedy, but why do you have to give one to your dad?

Edited: Read OP's post history. Who knows.

[Duende01]

I'd keep the BLNR.

[Or57]

Lol I wish it’s his 60th, I’ve been a Rolex fan since a teen and now 32.
I brought for list from AD in 2015 black face Daytona just so happened to be my 30th I obviously knew they were special and had been on the list for many years BUT had no idea the values would go through the roof and the model would be changed so soon.
I have the Rolex bug as most of us on this fourm and the Sub and GMT in my opinion are two of the best watches on the market think I might just keep the pair.

[jets]

The one you like better.

[Theothergreg]

Let your dad choose; he may surprise you. In the same situation, between a BLNR and 116520, my dad chose the BLNR.

[Xerxes77]

In this case BLNR

[airchitect]

BLNR.....there’s no competition

[rhairman]

Show both to your dad and persuade him to take the BLNR

[superstarmar]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Exactly right, and that's not something I'm interested in.

Right, but your not the OP...

BLNR hands down....

[CPRWATCH]

Just let your dad decide which one he likes best . In the long run you will get it back ( in many years I hope ) & the watch will probably be even more special to you as your dad wore it . I offered my dad a GMTiiC TT & he said no thanks I wouldn't want to damage it .

[TickTockChuck]

I think a younger gentleman would be happier with the BLNR and your dad would probably more appreciate the 16610 Submariner with it's more traditional style and size. Plus the Sub will be staying in the family anyways. BTW that's a very generous and kind gesture to pass one of your watches to your Dad. Very nice indeed! Cheers!

[HK Islandboy]

Originally Posted by EmilA

Sub is a classic, no doubt on that. Landing a BLNR at an AD is also a good move. Personally the BLNR wins it for me as the two is quite similar to one another and the blue mixes it up abit for me too

This suggestion makes sense to me

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Theothergreg

Let your dad choose; he may surprise you. In the same situation, between a BLNR and 116520, my dad chose the BLNR.

Yes, let him choose.

[Egelber]

Whats the real reason for giving him one of your watches? If there is one..

[duc888]

I vote for BLNR

[SeaDweller50]

Sub Date for me.

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by superstarmar

Right, but your not the OP...

BLNR hands down....

Weird. I thought this thread was asking for our opinions.