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NMiller · 9 June 2019, 09:05 PM

Hi all, I’m currently looking to purchase a watch. I had planned on a Submariner no date. However, I saw this watch (attached) when looking and I really like it. It seems to be quite unique as it’s the first I’ve seen with the blue dial and diamonds. It’s advertised for £5800 Sterling. However, I have a couple of concerns and I wondered if I could get some honest opinions?

Is it too flashy for everyday use/work with a suit?
Is it likely to hold value? Would a sub be a better investment watch as they seem to be increasing in value with them being harder to buy new?

Any comments would be great.

Strummer25 · 9 June 2019, 09:22 PM

Not for me sorry. Get theSub

ashokleyland · 9 June 2019, 09:25 PM

Compared to a stainless sub, that is more flashy.
Sub holds better valued than DJ imo.

georgekart · 9 June 2019, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by NMiller

Is it too flashy for everyday use/work with a suit?

It might be too flashy for everyday use and work for you or it might not be. Depends on the field, your position, etc.

Quote:

Originally Posted by NMiller

Is it likely to hold value? Would a sub be a better investment watch as they seem to be increasing in value with them being harder to buy new?

No, it is likely not going to hold value as well as the Sub, that being said get what you want. If you like this, but get a Sub, you'll regret it and end up with this in the end.

fania123 · 9 June 2019, 09:29 PM

Not a fan, stick with the sub. But hey if it rings your bell then that’s all that really matters

AJMarcus · 9 June 2019, 09:34 PM

I’d pass. Get the iconic Sub C ND. Understated but impressive and pure Rolex

Bladeshot · 9 June 2019, 10:10 PM

A little too flashy for me, but you are the one wearing it. Sub will be able to be worn in more situations. Both dress and casual. Sub will hold value, but don’t consider that too much.

Buy what you love and what you will wear! Don’t compromise. You’ll end up buying another watch to scratch the real itch or flipping this one, if it’s not what you really want.

1William · 9 June 2019, 10:14 PM

Good luck on sourcing a Submariner without paying a premium. Might be worth it but I would not. Look at the SS Date Just with the WG fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. Blue, black or white/silver dial are classics. Get the newest model you can find that is complete with box, papers and some warranty. You will be set for the office or casual dress and when it is time to sell you will not lose a lot. Good luck.

Houston77 · 9 June 2019, 10:14 PM

I’ll go against the grain and say I like it. Well, aside from the diamonds. Not a big diamond guy.

I also disagree with the sentiment that a sub can be wore with a suit. I flipped my 114060 exactly because I felt it didn’t go well with a suit. I’m more comfortable wearing a two-tone DJ with casual clothes than I am wearing a sub with a suit.

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JayHantz · 9 June 2019, 10:25 PM

As others have stated, go with what you like; we can give hundreds of different opinions based on what we like.

Also, do not worry so much about the investment perspective on the watch, just go with what sings to you and wear the heck out of it.

CharlesN · 9 June 2019, 10:28 PM

IMHO I would go for a Sub.

That is a little "Flashy" for me suit or no suit.

Of course everyone has different taste and see levels of Flash in different ways.

How old is the watch ... the bezel looks a little "Flat" to me.

LandWatch · 9 June 2019, 10:36 PM

You asked for honest opinions: too flashy, not a fan of either gold or diamonds, unless on women’s watches. The sub is iconic and much more masculine.

Abdullah71601 · 9 June 2019, 10:39 PM

No PM watch is good investment. For that matter, watches in general are bad investments compared to traditional investments. If you're going to buy a watch, buy what sings to you, not what some knothead on an internet forum tells you to buy. Ignore anyone who claims the watch isn't masculine enough.

That is a great looking watch. No one will notice the diamonds, and everyone will assume the gold is fake or plated. Unless you work for a government organization or charity, it's unlikely anyone will hold your choice of watches against you.

Fat_ninja · 9 June 2019, 10:42 PM

Jubilee diamond blue gold

U hit all the flash marks with this watch

RolyMoly · 9 June 2019, 11:42 PM

Meh. I like flashy too, but not that one really.

Urosfan · 9 June 2019, 11:44 PM

Welcome not my cup of tea personally , I’d go sub

Gerardus · 10 June 2019, 12:10 AM

I like it and owned exact the same dial
in the old days. Go for it, if you like it!

Watchdaytona · 10 June 2019, 12:19 AM

Not a fan

igy22 · 10 June 2019, 12:20 AM

Sorry but not for me.

Geaux Tigers · 10 June 2019, 12:21 AM

If it were my decision - the sub would be a clear winner. I agree with above - get what makes you happy.

enjoythemusic · 10 June 2019, 01:34 AM

imho... wait for the sub.

burnthesehills · 10 June 2019, 02:19 AM

A bit gaudy and would be very difficult to pull off with anything too casual such as t shirt and jeans.

Deep18 · 10 June 2019, 02:25 AM

Get the Sub. Way more versatile. I’m also not a two tone or jubilee bracelet fan.

Zakalwe · 10 June 2019, 02:30 AM

As your name is NMiller and not PBateman I say Sub.

logo · 10 June 2019, 02:39 AM

I like it. Sub is nice, but very understated. I decided between a TT DJ and blue TT sub and ultimately chose the DJ and could not be happier. There’s no wrong choice though.

Deepsea Florida · 10 June 2019, 02:41 AM

Sub is more impressive.

101031-28 · 10 June 2019, 02:44 AM

Not a fan, sub all the way

GsurgBM · 10 June 2019, 02:44 AM

I like the sub for me, but my wife would like this one better. Is that pic a 36mm or 31mm?

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Randy63 · 10 June 2019, 02:59 AM

Along with the other feedback here, the bezel on that watch appears over polished. That would make me think that the rest of the watch may be over polished.

£5800 for that one seems overpriced as well.

Randy

Knappo 1307 · 10 June 2019, 03:21 AM

You said you were going to wear it a suit, so its not to flashy. But most watches shouldn't be considered a investment .

9 June 2019, 09:25 PM	#3
ashokleyland "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Real Name: Juan Dela Cruz Location: Quebec Watch: 114060,PAM,DJ Posts: 434	Compared to a stainless sub, that is more flashy. Sub holds better valued than DJ imo. __________________

9 June 2019, 10:10 PM	#7
Bladeshot 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Grant Location: U.S. Watch: GMT 1675 PCG Gilt Posts: 5,718	A little too flashy for me, but you are the one wearing it. Sub will be able to be worn in more situations. Both dress and casual. Sub will hold value, but don’t consider that too much. Buy what you love and what you will wear! Don’t compromise. You’ll end up buying another watch to scratch the real itch or flipping this one, if it’s not what you really want. __________________ Just another WIS who loves to trade...

9 June 2019, 10:28 PM	#11
CharlesN "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: The UK Watch: I love them all. Posts: 1,811	IMHO I would go for a Sub. That is a little "Flashy" for me suit or no suit. Of course everyone has different taste and see levels of Flash in different ways. How old is the watch ... the bezel looks a little "Flat" to me. __________________ Regards, CharlesN Member of the IWJG.

10 June 2019, 12:10 AM	#17
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: EU Watch: ♕ Posts: 11,868	I like it and owned exact the same dial in the old days. Go for it, if you like it! __________________ ♕16570 ♕126610 ♕126333

10 June 2019, 01:34 AM	#21
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,439	imho... wait for the sub. __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

9 June 2019, 09:22 PM	#2
Strummer25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: London Calling Watch: SD4K Dj41 SubC YM Posts: 791	Not for me sorry. Get theSub

9 June 2019, 09:29 PM	#5
fania123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PHILA Posts: 1,719	Not a fan, stick with the sub. But hey if it rings your bell then that’s all that really matters

9 June 2019, 09:34 PM	#6
AJMarcus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 5,205	I’d pass. Get the iconic Sub C ND. Understated but impressive and pure Rolex

9 June 2019, 10:14 PM	#8
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,731	Good luck on sourcing a Submariner without paying a premium. Might be worth it but I would not. Look at the SS Date Just with the WG fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. Blue, black or white/silver dial are classics. Get the newest model you can find that is complete with box, papers and some warranty. You will be set for the office or casual dress and when it is time to sell you will not lose a lot. Good luck.

9 June 2019, 10:14 PM	#9
Houston77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Houston Posts: 2,608	I’ll go against the grain and say I like it. Well, aside from the diamonds. Not a big diamond guy. I also disagree with the sentiment that a sub can be wore with a suit. I flipped my 114060 exactly because I felt it didn’t go well with a suit. I’m more comfortable wearing a two-tone DJ with casual clothes than I am wearing a sub with a suit. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2019, 10:25 PM	#10
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,842	As others have stated, go with what you like; we can give hundreds of different opinions based on what we like. Also, do not worry so much about the investment perspective on the watch, just go with what sings to you and wear the heck out of it.

9 June 2019, 10:36 PM	#12
LandWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: U.K. Posts: 708	You asked for honest opinions: too flashy, not a fan of either gold or diamonds, unless on women’s watches. The sub is iconic and much more masculine.

9 June 2019, 10:39 PM	#13
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	No PM watch is good investment. For that matter, watches in general are bad investments compared to traditional investments. If you're going to buy a watch, buy what sings to you, not what some knothead on an internet forum tells you to buy. Ignore anyone who claims the watch isn't masculine enough. That is a great looking watch. No one will notice the diamonds, and everyone will assume the gold is fake or plated. Unless you work for a government organization or charity, it's unlikely anyone will hold your choice of watches against you.

9 June 2019, 10:42 PM	#14
Fat_ninja Banned Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: USA Watch: P-01 Posts: 11,772	Jubilee diamond blue gold U hit all the flash marks with this watch

9 June 2019, 11:42 PM	#15
RolyMoly Banned Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Chicago, FL/TN Posts: 447	Meh. I like flashy too, but not that one really.

9 June 2019, 11:44 PM	#16
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,184	Welcome not my cup of tea personally , I’d go sub

10 June 2019, 12:19 AM	#18
Watchdaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: London/NY Posts: 275	Not a fan

10 June 2019, 12:20 AM	#19
igy22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Igy Location: Florida Watch: Explorer 40 Posts: 49	Sorry but not for me.

10 June 2019, 12:21 AM	#20
Geaux Tigers "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Watch: SS Sub Date Posts: 436	If it were my decision - the sub would be a clear winner. I agree with above - get what makes you happy.

10 June 2019, 02:19 AM	#22
burnthesehills "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Joe Location: Western MA Posts: 1,209	A bit gaudy and would be very difficult to pull off with anything too casual such as t shirt and jeans.

10 June 2019, 02:25 AM	#23
Deep18 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: VA Watch: SD43 Posts: 528	Get the Sub. Way more versatile. I’m also not a two tone or jubilee bracelet fan.

10 June 2019, 02:30 AM	#24
Zakalwe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Sal Location: London Posts: 2,496	As your name is NMiller and not PBateman I say Sub. __________________ “Never argue with idiots. They will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience." - Mark Twain

10 June 2019, 02:39 AM	#25
logo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: North America Posts: 2,301	I like it. Sub is nice, but very understated. I decided between a TT DJ and blue TT sub and ultimately chose the DJ and could not be happier. There’s no wrong choice though.

10 June 2019, 02:41 AM	#26
Deepsea Florida "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 501	Sub is more impressive.

10 June 2019, 02:44 AM	#27
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,741	Not a fan, sub all the way __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

10 June 2019, 02:44 AM	#28
GsurgBM "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: USA Watch: Not enough Posts: 3,758	I like the sub for me, but my wife would like this one better. Is that pic a 36mm or 31mm? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex • Tudor • Omega • Panerai

10 June 2019, 02:59 AM	#29
Randy63 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Scranton Watch: 16610 Posts: 996	Along with the other feedback here, the bezel on that watch appears over polished. That would make me think that the rest of the watch may be over polished. £5800 for that one seems overpriced as well. Randy

10 June 2019, 03:21 AM	#30
Knappo 1307 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,557	You said you were going to wear it a suit, so its not to flashy. But most watches shouldn't be considered a investment .

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