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viper · 21 January 2016, 11:14 PM

Any reason the Sea Dweller is out? Clean look plus the date...

Maiden · 21 January 2016, 11:21 PM

I went without the date. If it was an only I would probably go date, but still a tough decision as I like the aesthetic of the SubC. I also like the fact you don't see many in the wild. (only seen one in the last two years and I travel NA heavily) Good luck in your decision and post pics when you are done. Mine says hello!

jaguar12 · 22 January 2016, 12:24 AM

Date. I have a GMT and a Daytona and miss the date terribly when wearing the Daytona. Besides, I do like the cyclop...

ltmgeller · 22 January 2016, 12:26 AM

I vote for the date model it comes in handy. Happy hunting.

Old Geezer · 22 January 2016, 12:26 AM

I prefer the date version. Cyclops to me is part of the overall Rolex aesthetic.

DJTOSUB · 22 January 2016, 12:29 AM

Date for me.

Nice to have on a watch I wear every day.

UncleSwiss · 22 January 2016, 12:30 AM

No date hands down, more classic

IMHO
If you need to check the date...look at you cell

Thailawson · 22 January 2016, 12:53 AM

Do you need to know the date as part of your job function?

I sign and date documents daily as part of my job.

I much prefer looking at my watch to confirm the date rather than my cell phone.

travisb · 22 January 2016, 01:32 AM

114060. Prefer the uninterrupted clean dial layout.
The date may be useful for some but I don't think it's necessary.

bishop4142 · 22 January 2016, 01:46 AM

I have to agree Travisb... i prefer the clean look...

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namussuz bilo · 22 January 2016, 01:54 AM

Date

SemperFi · 22 January 2016, 02:00 AM

For me the simple answer is "no date"...and for a very simple reason. The only thing that changes in a 24 hour period is the time. Most people should be able to remember what the date is or what day of the week it is with one glance at your phone or the newspaper in the morning. I'm sure that there are watches out there that show the month and year as well but where do you stop? I'm not trying to be critical of those that love those type of complications. It's just my opinion that they're of limited use and tend to clutter the dial.
I much prefer a watch in its simplest form and, to me, the Sub without the date is so much better looking.

SA1 · 22 January 2016, 01:09 PM

I prefer the look of the no date and that's why I bought it. That was the major factor for me. What is most important to you? And I think it does fly under the radar which I see as a plus. I do miss the date sometimes but I have a cell phone and I've just become more conscious of the date. You can't go wrong either way. A personal choice. Good luck!

Naz737 · 22 January 2016, 01:18 PM

iPhone photo... But date!

jeffgo888 · 22 January 2016, 01:23 PM

Date!

mondo74 · 22 January 2016, 01:24 PM

I love the 114060 so bought one recently. Realised on day 1 that I look at the date all the time.

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MichaelFlash · 22 January 2016, 01:28 PM

Date. I need it and use it.

Ravager135 · 22 January 2016, 01:39 PM

If you are just starting out, get the 114060. It's unique, only comes in steel, and is the purest and most original of the Rolex dive lineup if you ask me.

sickened1 · 22 January 2016, 01:55 PM

Another vote for 114060. I like to fly under the radar (no cyclop).

Bafflingbs · 22 January 2016, 02:15 PM

God that is a geogious watch!

Verdi · 22 January 2016, 02:20 PM

Coffee time. Sub time.

sea-dweller · 22 January 2016, 02:22 PM

Date, for me...

Bafflingbs · 22 January 2016, 02:27 PM

I can't decide which I like better. I like the esthetics of the no date, but need the date. 50/50
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Investr · 22 January 2016, 02:28 PM

It's simple- I've noticed over the years the general public looks for the cyclops and identify that with a Rolex. When I had a Daytona, a couple commented on the watch and asked what type it was. When I told them Rolex, I realized they were looking for the cyclops. I say go with the date. You might regret not having it later, but I don't think you will ever regret having it.

Bafflingbs · 22 January 2016, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Investr

It's simple- I've noticed over the years the general public looks for the cyclops and identify that with a Rolex. When I had a Daytona, a couple commented on the watch and asked what type it was. When I told them Rolex, I realized they were looking for the cyclops. I say go with the date. You might regret not having it later, but I don't think you will ever regret having it.

This^

Verdi · 22 January 2016, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Investr

It's simple- I've noticed over the years the general public looks for the cyclops and identify that with a Rolex. When I had a Daytona, a couple commented on the watch and asked what type it was. When I told them Rolex, I realized they were looking for the cyclops. I say go with the date. You might regret not having it later, but I don't think you will ever regret having it.

With all do respect, imo it should never be about what the public wants/recognize. I personally never take this into consideration. All it matters is what watch I love more. The need for the date function is debatable. I like to have it, it's useful but I can do without.

Btw, my Explorer has never been recognized or complimented. Unless someone is really into watches, this model never gets recognized. And it has a cyclop too!

Tmac478 · 22 January 2016, 02:47 PM

My first Rolex was the no date sub. I've since purchased a YM, which has a date. My next purchase will most likely also have a date, so I feel I made the right choice.

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Robbyman · 22 January 2016, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by flv112

If this is going to be your only Rolex, get the date. When I bought my first, I thought it was going to be my first and last- wrong! I was bitten by the bug- like most of us here at the forum. More followed. So looking back, I would have gotten the 114060 Sub. Ultimately your choice but either way, you can't go wrong!

Spot on

Rogdogg · 22 January 2016, 05:01 PM

If I was getting one myself I would get the Sub (ND) as I have 3 other pieces with the date. I love the clean look of the dial and how it is more true to the originals without the date. Some might be interested to know that here in Thailand most AD's will not give a discount on a Sub Date but offer a 10% discount straight away on the Sub.

blowfish89 · 22 January 2016, 05:04 PM

I prefer the date too as I need it. I do not like the cyclops however, so I suggest Sea Dweller. I prefer the thinner Submariner case however, so I suggest the Sub Date and take off the cyclops if you don't like it (as I did) :D
And yes if it is going to be in a rotation of watches, get the No Date. Its symmetry is beautiful.

21 January 2016, 11:14 PM	#31
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22 January 2016, 01:23 PM	#45
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22 January 2016, 02:20 PM	#51
Verdi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mitch Location: UAE Watch: Big Ben Posts: 2,451	Coffee time. Sub time. __________________ IG: @watch_idiot_savant

22 January 2016, 02:22 PM	#52
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Date, for me... __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

22 January 2016, 05:01 PM	#59
Rogdogg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bangkok Posts: 6,117	If I was getting one myself I would get the Sub (ND) as I have 3 other pieces with the date. I love the clean look of the dial and how it is more true to the originals without the date. Some might be interested to know that here in Thailand most AD's will not give a discount on a Sub Date but offer a 10% discount straight away on the Sub. __________________ Nil Satis Nisi Optimum

22 January 2016, 12:24 AM	#33
jaguar12 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Ernesto Location: New Jersey Watch: DSSD 116660 Posts: 12	Date. I have a GMT and a Daytona and miss the date terribly when wearing the Daytona. Besides, I do like the cyclop...

22 January 2016, 12:26 AM	#34
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,370	I vote for the date model it comes in handy. Happy hunting.

22 January 2016, 12:26 AM	#35
Old Geezer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Earth Watch: 126619LB and more Posts: 5,207	I prefer the date version. Cyclops to me is part of the overall Rolex aesthetic.

22 January 2016, 12:29 AM	#36
DJTOSUB "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Boston Posts: 662	Date for me. Nice to have on a watch I wear every day.

22 January 2016, 12:30 AM	#37
UncleSwiss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Dylan Location: U.K Watch: Rolex/AP Posts: 133	No date hands down, more classic IMHO If you need to check the date...look at you cell

22 January 2016, 12:53 AM	#38
Thailawson "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: South Posts: 187	Do you need to know the date as part of your job function? I sign and date documents daily as part of my job. I much prefer looking at my watch to confirm the date rather than my cell phone.

22 January 2016, 01:32 AM	#39
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,207	114060. Prefer the uninterrupted clean dial layout. The date may be useful for some but I don't think it's necessary.

22 January 2016, 01:46 AM	#40
bishop4142 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 7	I have to agree Travisb... i prefer the clean look... Sent from my SM-N900V using Tapatalk

22 January 2016, 01:54 AM	#41
namussuz bilo Banned Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: earth Posts: 794	Date

22 January 2016, 02:00 AM	#42
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	For me the simple answer is "no date"...and for a very simple reason. The only thing that changes in a 24 hour period is the time. Most people should be able to remember what the date is or what day of the week it is with one glance at your phone or the newspaper in the morning. I'm sure that there are watches out there that show the month and year as well but where do you stop? I'm not trying to be critical of those that love those type of complications. It's just my opinion that they're of limited use and tend to clutter the dial. I much prefer a watch in its simplest form and, to me, the Sub without the date is so much better looking.

22 January 2016, 01:09 PM	#43
SA1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Miami Posts: 287	I prefer the look of the no date and that's why I bought it. That was the major factor for me. What is most important to you? And I think it does fly under the radar which I see as a plus. I do miss the date sometimes but I have a cell phone and I've just become more conscious of the date. You can't go wrong either way. A personal choice. Good luck!

22 January 2016, 01:24 PM	#46
mondo74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: sydney Posts: 226	I love the 114060 so bought one recently. Realised on day 1 that I look at the date all the time. Sent from my SM-G9208 using Tapatalk

22 January 2016, 01:28 PM	#47
MichaelFlash "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Michael Location: Connecticut Posts: 1,372	Date. I need it and use it.

22 January 2016, 01:39 PM	#48
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,122	If you are just starting out, get the 114060. It's unique, only comes in steel, and is the purest and most original of the Rolex dive lineup if you ask me.

22 January 2016, 01:55 PM	#49
sickened1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 8,962	Another vote for 114060. I like to fly under the radar (no cyclop).

22 January 2016, 02:15 PM	#50
Bafflingbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Howard Location: Md. Watch: 116610ln Posts: 223	God that is a geogious watch!

22 January 2016, 02:27 PM	#53
Bafflingbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Howard Location: Md. Watch: 116610ln Posts: 223	I can't decide which I like better. I like the esthetics of the no date, but need the date. 50/50 image.jpg

22 January 2016, 02:28 PM	#54
Investr Banned Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: LSU Watch: Constantly changes Posts: 3,815	It's simple- I've noticed over the years the general public looks for the cyclops and identify that with a Rolex. When I had a Daytona, a couple commented on the watch and asked what type it was. When I told them Rolex, I realized they were looking for the cyclops. I say go with the date. You might regret not having it later, but I don't think you will ever regret having it.

22 January 2016, 02:47 PM	#57
Tmac478 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Tony Location: SF Bay Area Watch: RG Skydweller Posts: 1,469	My first Rolex was the no date sub. I've since purchased a YM, which has a date. My next purchase will most likely also have a date, so I feel I made the right choice. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

22 January 2016, 05:04 PM	#60
blowfish89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Canada Watch: 16800 Matte Posts: 398	I prefer the date too as I need it. I do not like the cyclops however, so I suggest Sea Dweller. I prefer the thinner Submariner case however, so I suggest the Sub Date and take off the cyclops if you don't like it (as I did) :D And yes if it is going to be in a rotation of watches, get the No Date. Its symmetry is beautiful.

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