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superstarmar · 12 November 2017, 09:41 PM

Ok diver fans !!!!

The iconic Bluesy Sunburst Blue Dial or
The illustrious SD 4K Ceramic which had a fairly
short run if only one as a daily wearer ... ???

Now I know the Bluesy is TT but putting that aside
looking at just the dial, feel and wearability which would
You choose as a daily wearer and only one and why ???

Please no TT haters as this is one of
if not the most iconic TT Rolex sport
models of the part 30 years...

Warning !!!
Your derogatory comments of the TT Sub will be laughed at,
disconsidered and immune ...
please refrain from negative comments

other than it’s not to my personal taste or liking !!!

TT is not for everyone I understand
but this thread is not about TT!!!
It’s about the watch itself and the wearability,
plus overall feel !!!

Ok now , those of you who’ve had both please chime in
as I most likely will get a SD 4K but can only keep one
for now unfortunately... Thank you my TRF brethren and enablers...

Pics are welcomed and please share your honesty !!!
The Bluesy is my favorite Rolex sport model but am willing
to give the SD 4K C a go around ... Thank you !!!

mailman · 12 November 2017, 09:54 PM

The dial on the 116613 is beautiful, no doubt about it.

For a daily I'd pick the 116600

viper · 12 November 2017, 09:55 PM

116600!!!

minute_man · 12 November 2017, 10:11 PM

Mind says 116600.
Heart says Bluesy. It's the sports model I like the most but the one I can't justify buying myself based on utility. Maybe one day...

travisb · 12 November 2017, 10:14 PM

116600. Both could do the trick but I prefer the versatility of an all brushed SS black dial diver.

HogwldFLTR · 12 November 2017, 10:22 PM

1William · 12 November 2017, 10:26 PM

I am not a big TT fan but if I was to have one the choice would be the 116613LB. The sunburst dial is amazing and as with any Submariner you can do it all with the watch. With that said, I would buy the 116600. I prefer the SS and black, the depth rating, even though I do not dive. And the overall ruggedness of the watch. It has been discontinued which can only add to the appeal and value down the road. The TT should stay in production moving forward and could be a nice addition when your funds allow. It may be more expensive to reverse that process and pick up the SD later. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your incoming post.

roadie1 · 12 November 2017, 11:29 PM

I have both and it’s a tough choice. I’ve struggled with the same decision and have decided to save the Blusey for spring and summers and at our beach home and the SD for basically everything else.

THC · 12 November 2017, 11:35 PM

Are you flipping the Bluesy? Say it ain’t so!!

dr35mm · 12 November 2017, 11:41 PM

SD4K for daily. The do it all watch!

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FTX I · 12 November 2017, 11:48 PM

Easy choice here. I'm a Sub lover but I prefer black dials in ss.

superstarmar · 12 November 2017, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THC

Are you flipping the Bluesy? Say it ain’t so!!

Have the opportunity to get a BNIB SD 4K
and I’m contemplating it ...
I’d love to keep both but
current life situation won’t permit.

RRGHOST1 · 12 November 2017, 11:49 PM

Love TT in any Rolex, they do it so well. So its the 116613LB every time.

watchwatcher · 12 November 2017, 11:52 PM

Mario,

This forum is going to go with steel over TT every time...overwhelmingly so.

There is no better looking watch than the bluesy, IMO (Unless you're talking about the full gold version). If you get rid of it, you will regret it.

If I was forced at gunpoint to trade a bluesy for a steel diver, I would go with the SD43 or the LV-C. Just my two cents.

superstarmar · 12 November 2017, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Mario,

This forum is going to go with steel over TT every time...overwhelmingly so.

There is no better looking watch than the bluesy, IMO (Unless you're talking about the full gold version). If you get rid of it, you will regret it.

If I was forced at gunpoint to trade a bluesy for a steel diver, I would go with the SD43 or the LV-C. Just my two cents.

Thanks Larry for your input.... I appreciate it !!!!
The bluesy is very special and it is my favorite sports Rolex
save the full YG like you mentioned...

I guess I’m entertaining it cause it’s discontinued and it does
Look sharp ...

PascalSwiss · 13 November 2017, 12:01 AM

I like the TT Sub LB.
It looks special IMO.

yannis · 13 November 2017, 12:22 AM

TT Sub for me as i prefer at least some colour these days.

lord91 · 13 November 2017, 01:26 AM

Can't believe this thread has your signature, Mario

. Don't let the LB TT go. The SD is thick, has minute markers missing on the bezel, great feature for a tool watch. Also, no beauty contest between them either. One shouldn't let go his favourite watch for the excitement of a new purchase. Since you've said the 116618LB is your grail, follow that path if you want to replace the TT with something else.

superstarmar · 13 November 2017, 02:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lord91

Can't believe this thread has your signature, Mario

. Don't let the LB TT go. The SD is thick, has minute markers missing on the bezel, great feature for a tool watch. Also, no beauty contest between them either. One shouldn't let go his favourite watch for the excitement of a new purchase. Since you've said the 116618LB is your grail, follow that path if you want to replace the TT with something else.

One day I hope to have a 116618LB...

Just playing with the idea of a Sea Dweller ... Never tried one
on and I like the look of the SD 4K Ceramic...

Racerdj · 13 November 2017, 02:27 AM

The TT Blue Sunburst dial model is perhaps my favorite TT Rolex. It's the one flip I regretted but replaced with the PM version.

Maiden · 13 November 2017, 02:38 AM

I think Rolex's strong resale value, which is an absolutely great thing, has a bit of a negative. It leads one to think of getting rid of their favourite watch, to "try" the next shiny thing that comes along. Its an excellent situation if you "built" that way, ie love to flip, sell watches, take a minimum loss here and there. If you are not, like me, you still get tempted and struggle with this from time to time. From time to time I think of how I could sell my SubC for more than I paid for it and get XX...in my situation I am glad I haven't done it.

So really it is up to you. If you really want to try the SD, go for it. I prefer the Bluesy by far but for a one and only I would go Sub. I do think you will miss the bluesy though it is a stunning watch. A few pics of mine..

PascalSwiss · 13 November 2017, 03:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superstarmar

One day I hope to have a 116618LB...

Just playing with the idea of a Sea Dweller ... Never tried one
on and I like the look of the SD 4K Ceramic...

Yes, the TT Sub LB is a beauty no doubt.
I would love to have one for some occasions or even just to look at it at home :-)
But yet again, after thinking of it, I would go with something more toned down for a daily wear.
It's a very hard decision.
Why don't you try a SD 4K on once to see how you feel with it...

Good luck

superstarmar · 13 November 2017, 03:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PascalSwiss

Yes, the TT Sub LB is a beauty no doubt.
I would love to have one for some occasions or even just to look at it at home :-)
But yet again, after thinking of it, I would go with something more toned down for a daily.
It's a very hard decision.
Why don't you try a SD 4K on once to see how you feel with it...

Good luck

I’m going to try it on soon .... all the other SS sports models I’ve
Tried on so far seemed a little boring to me ... We shall see ...

droptopman · 13 November 2017, 03:11 AM

Don’t do it man. You love your LB and will miss it. Wait and save and get a black dialed diver down the road. I have the LB and 114060 and it would be a tough choice between the two but in my heart I know I would keep the LB. I wear them about equally. Rarely wear my other two Rolex.

PascalSwiss · 13 November 2017, 03:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superstarmar

I’m going to try it on soon .... all the other SS sports models I’ve
Tried on so far seemed a little boring to me ... We shall see ...

I'm interested in how this is going to end...

Andrés G · 13 November 2017, 03:23 AM

I prefer the SD4K as a daily wearer but still think that you shouldn’t sell your favorite watch to fund it. You will regret it.

Muzz · 13 November 2017, 03:31 AM

I adore the SD4K as it it my favourite SS of all time. But, it is SS and not the TT Blue.

Currently I wear my TT Blue and it has a place in my heart and I always go back to it specifically.

I would not do that unless I knew I was going to reaquire the TT down the road when funds permit.

If I was a one watch guy, TT Blue for me.

SWISSAHOLICS · 13 November 2017, 03:32 AM

Don't get rid of the 116613. You will miss the gorgeous blue sunburst that you will not get in the SD4K. Look at my avatar (yup I'm biased).

Good luck with your decision.

Devildog · 13 November 2017, 04:13 AM

Mario,

Of the two, the 116613LB (and I prefer the 116613LN)

Beautiful dial, iconic, and you love yours.

Now, If the SD43 was in the mix, that would be (and was) my choice as I sold the 116613LN to make way for the 126600.

superstarmar · 13 November 2017, 06:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Devildog

Mario,

Of the two, the 116613LB (and I prefer the 116613LN)

Beautiful dial, iconic, and you love yours.

Now, If the SD43 was in the mix, that would be (and was) my choice as I sold the 116613LN to make way for the 126600.

I actually wanted a SD 43 but had to be on “ The List “...
So with the SD 4K being phased out I thought it was
worth looking at...

12 November 2017, 09:41 PM	#1
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	<<<< Bluesy Sub C or SD 4K Ceramic >>>> Ok diver fans !!!! The iconic Bluesy Sunburst Blue Dial or The illustrious SD 4K Ceramic which had a fairly short run if only one as a daily wearer ... ??? Now I know the Bluesy is TT but putting that aside looking at just the dial, feel and wearability which would You choose as a daily wearer and only one and why ??? Please no TT haters as this is one of if not the most iconic TT Rolex sport models of the part 30 years... Warning !!! Your derogatory comments of the TT Sub will be laughed at, disconsidered and immune ... please refrain from negative comments other than it’s not to my personal taste or liking !!! TT is not for everyone I understand but this thread is not about TT!!! It’s about the watch itself and the wearability, plus overall feel !!! Ok now , those of you who’ve had both please chime in as I most likely will get a SD 4K but can only keep one for now unfortunately... Thank you my TRF brethren and enablers... Pics are welcomed and please share your honesty !!! The Bluesy is my favorite Rolex sport model but am willing to give the SD 4K C a go around ... Thank you !!!

12 November 2017, 09:54 PM	#2
mailman TRF Moderator & DATE-JUST41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,363	The dial on the 116613 is beautiful, no doubt about it. For a daily I'd pick the 116600 __________________ JJ

12 November 2017, 09:55 PM	#3
viper "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Northeast Posts: 943	116600!!! __________________ 16610LV 16200 116600 116500

12 November 2017, 10:11 PM	#4
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,874	Mind says 116600. Heart says Bluesy. It's the sports model I like the most but the one I can't justify buying myself based on utility. Maybe one day... __________________ 2FA Enabled

12 November 2017, 10:22 PM	#6
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	__________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

12 November 2017, 10:14 PM	#5
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,224	116600. Both could do the trick but I prefer the versatility of an all brushed SS black dial diver.

12 November 2017, 10:26 PM	#7
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,758	I am not a big TT fan but if I was to have one the choice would be the 116613LB. The sunburst dial is amazing and as with any Submariner you can do it all with the watch. With that said, I would buy the 116600. I prefer the SS and black, the depth rating, even though I do not dive. And the overall ruggedness of the watch. It has been discontinued which can only add to the appeal and value down the road. The TT should stay in production moving forward and could be a nice addition when your funds allow. It may be more expensive to reverse that process and pick up the SD later. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your incoming post.

12 November 2017, 11:29 PM	#8
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,144	I have both and it’s a tough choice. I’ve struggled with the same decision and have decided to save the Blusey for spring and summers and at our beach home and the SD for basically everything else.

12 November 2017, 11:35 PM	#9
THC 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 16610M Posts: 10,484	Are you flipping the Bluesy? Say it ain’t so!!

12 November 2017, 11:41 PM	#10
dr35mm "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Peter Location: Caribbean Watch: BB58 Posts: 2,398	SD4K for daily. The do it all watch! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Present: BB58 \| BB36 \| GMW-B5000D-1JF \| 6900-PT80 Past: 16610LN \| 16622 \| 116610LN \| 214270

12 November 2017, 11:48 PM	#11
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,652	Easy choice here. I'm a Sub lover but I prefer black dials in ss.

12 November 2017, 11:49 PM	#13
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,900	Love TT in any Rolex, they do it so well. So its the 116613LB every time. __________________ RRGHOST1

12 November 2017, 11:52 PM	#14
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	Mario, This forum is going to go with steel over TT every time...overwhelmingly so. There is no better looking watch than the bluesy, IMO (Unless you're talking about the full gold version). If you get rid of it, you will regret it. If I was forced at gunpoint to trade a bluesy for a steel diver, I would go with the SD43 or the LV-C. Just my two cents.

13 November 2017, 12:01 AM	#16
PascalSwiss "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Switzerland Posts: 605	I like the TT Sub LB. It looks special IMO.

13 November 2017, 12:22 AM	#17
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	TT Sub for me as i prefer at least some colour these days. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

13 November 2017, 01:26 AM	#18
lord91 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Bucuresti Watch: Submariner Posts: 1,724	Can't believe this thread has your signature, Mario . Don't let the LB TT go. The SD is thick, has minute markers missing on the bezel, great feature for a tool watch. Also, no beauty contest between them either. One shouldn't let go his favourite watch for the excitement of a new purchase. Since you've said the 116618LB is your grail, follow that path if you want to replace the TT with something else.

13 November 2017, 02:27 AM	#20
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	The TT Blue Sunburst dial model is perhaps my favorite TT Rolex. It's the one flip I regretted but replaced with the PM version. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

13 November 2017, 03:11 AM	#24
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	<<<< Bluesy Sub C or SD 4K Ceramic >>>> Don’t do it man. You love your LB and will miss it. Wait and save and get a black dialed diver down the road. I have the LB and 114060 and it would be a tough choice between the two but in my heart I know I would keep the LB. I wear them about equally. Rarely wear my other two Rolex. __________________ 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.

13 November 2017, 03:23 AM	#26
Andrés G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Guatemala Posts: 3,391	I prefer the SD4K as a daily wearer but still think that you shouldn’t sell your favorite watch to fund it. You will regret it.

13 November 2017, 03:31 AM	#27
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	I adore the SD4K as it it my favourite SS of all time. But, it is SS and not the TT Blue. Currently I wear my TT Blue and it has a place in my heart and I always go back to it specifically. I would not do that unless I knew I was going to reaquire the TT down the road when funds permit. If I was a one watch guy, TT Blue for me.

13 November 2017, 03:32 AM	#28
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	Don't get rid of the 116613. You will miss the gorgeous blue sunburst that you will not get in the SD4K. Look at my avatar (yup I'm biased). Good luck with your decision. __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

13 November 2017, 04:13 AM	#29
Devildog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: UK Watch: ^^^ for now Posts: 5,638	Mario, Of the two, the 116613LB (and I prefer the 116613LN) Beautiful dial, iconic, and you love yours. Now, If the SD43 was in the mix, that would be (and was) my choice as I sold the 116613LN to make way for the 126600. __________________ Past: 6239 (yes, I know...), 16610, 16600, 116515, 116613LN, 126600, 126711 CHNR Present: 16600, 116509, Cartier Santos Green.

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