Bye Bye BLNR

[encarter13]

Based on your current collection, I would vote for a Exp II. The white would add some nice contrast to your collection.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Awesome!! Well played.

Exactly!!!

Congrats! I'm personally a huge HUGE fan.

[mtgjr]

Originally Posted by Star Ferry

In US english "What did you sell it for" usually means "how much did you sell it for"

I think he knows what the guy was asking, but instead of blasting him for asking such a rude question, he decided to be nice and answer it a different way.

[Ruud Van Driver]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Nicely played Paul. Looking forward to the incoming.

I think its time you post your entire collection so that nincumpoops like me can comment more intelligently

Um, check out my signature, Brian

You made the call about that 737 yet?

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Why not go outside Rolex? The Rolex sports watches, Sub, GMT, SD, really are peas in a pod. Even the Explorer 2 is not that different.

AP, PP, IWC, JLC?

I'm only into Rolex and Panerai. Not at all a fan of AP, IWC and JLC (nothing wrong with them, they're just not my bag) and the only PP that interests me is the Aquanaut. No way, as in no way on this earth, would I pay the premium to get one though, absolutely loo-ooo-ooo-ooodicrous!

Originally Posted by mtgjr

As someone with a detailed signature line, you'd think he would pay attention to signature lines!

Fair play though, he did fess up to not paying attention. Nowhere near as bad as our friend who firstly said that I considered a Sub a downgrade and then suggested a Hulk. That had me busting a rib!

[Ruud Van Driver]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Awesome!! Well played.

Thank you kindly, my friend

Originally Posted by superdog

Exactly!!!

Congrats! I'm personally a huge HUGE fan.

Thank you, Seth. I'm excited already and I could be waiting weeks

Originally Posted by mtgjr

I think he knows what the guy was asking, but instead of blasting him for asking such a rude question, he decided to be nice and answer it a different way.

Well spotted, sir! I write reports for a living so I love messing with the English language (and people's heads)

[Quicksilver]

Originally Posted by mtgjr

As someone with a detailed signature line, you'd think he would pay attention to signature lines!

You try reading all those signature lines early in the morning and before your first cup of coffee of the day


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[Star Ferry]

Originally Posted by mtgjr

I think he knows what the guy was asking, but instead of blasting him for asking such a rude question, he decided to be nice and answer it a different way.

Yes I've gathered that But I do get confused sometimes by the different brands of English, especially Singlish

[machob55]

Sorry to hear that the "Batman" is gone from your collection. That's just a fantastic watch. Congrats on the quick sale. Good luck with your new adquisition. I would go SD In SS with white gold bezel.

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[Ruud Van Driver]

Originally Posted by Star Ferry

Yes I've gathered that But I do get confused sometimes by the different brands of English, especially Singlish

Now that's a different language all together. I've been here over four years and I still struggle. Stick to the Queen's English, can't go wrong.

And it's aluminium, not aluminum!

Originally Posted by machob55

Sorry to hear that the "Batman" is gone from your collection. That's just a fantastic watch. Congrats on the quick sale. Good luck with your new adquisition. I would go SD In SS with white gold bezel.

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It was unbelievably quick. I had a message from the buyer in two minutes. I'm still getting PMs from some of the other interested parties asking how much it sold for. I'm not answering though out of respect for the buyer. That's between him and me.

I tried a WG SkyD today and whilst it's a beautiful watch, I'm not convinced it's for me.

[ap1]

You have great ss Rolex already. Nothing original here but I'd want

116500w (good luck finding sadly)
Ym rhodium - source oyster flex somehow (again GL finding)
Airking / unique and kinda ugly but I dig that
Ss skydweller - blue or black. I never played the flute until recently and I'm glad I went for it. Can teach old dog new tricks

[Boaters]

Originally Posted by motlking

Lol sorry no idea what person has what in their collection.

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Just look at his signature it is all right there

[machob55]

Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

Now that's a different language all together. I've been here over four years and I still struggle. Stick to the Queen's English, can't go wrong.

And it's aluminium, not aluminum!



It was unbelievably quick. I had a message from the buyer in two minutes. I'm still getting PMs from some of the other interested parties asking how much it sold for. I'm not answering though out of respect for the buyer. That's between him and me.

I tried a WG SkyD today and whilst it's a beautiful watch, I'm not convinced it's for me.

Totally understand. Decisions, decisions. How I would like to be in your shoes as to what Rolex to add to my collection. Good luck with the hunt. Enjoy!

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[Seaswirl]

I know you said no PM, but.... I think the YM 116655 would look awesome in your line up and not too redundant with your already exceptional collection of divers. The oysterflex strap and ceramic bezel just looks awesome with the gold case. Congrats on moving the BLNR. If you weren't feeling it, it was time for it to go.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by motlking

Lol sorry no idea what person has what in their collection.

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Originally Posted by Quicksilver

I don't have that excuse - I just failed to check

Ignore these naysayers, guys, you don't get to 37K posts by reading stuff you haven't written.

No Gentas in your future, Paul?

[HogwldFLTR]

Ruud, Did you not notice the glaring picture of the DaytonaC? I must have missed the response to that. Why not add a second Daytona and maybe even sell the first? Also I can tell from the thread you're smitten by the YMs; aren't they just dressed up dive watches? They are in my mind at least. If you are considering YMs then go for a real YM, the YMII. It's much more than an overdressed dive watch. The reason I said the SD4K is because of its relatively short run and being the last of the standard SDs. It's worth owning.

[brandrea]

[QUOTE=Ruud Van Driver;7874359]Um, check out my signature, Brian

Point taken I guess I should update my signature too.

You made the call about that 737 yet?

I haven't gotten around to it just yet. I'm hoping to make time to visit the boutique on Saturday.

[nick c]

Hey Paul, maybe give this beast a try it's 44mm IMG_5848.JPG


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[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by Rodrigo082

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Yes...my vote as well.

[Ruud Van Driver]

Originally Posted by AK797

Ignore these naysayers, guys, you don't get to 37K posts by reading stuff you haven't written.

No Gentas in your future, Paul?

What's a Gentas? Does it have anything to do with shitgibbons?

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Ruud, Did you not notice the glaring picture of the DaytonaC? I must have missed the response to that. Why not add a second Daytona and maybe even sell the first? Also I can tell from the thread you're smitten by the YMs; aren't they just dressed up dive watches? They are in my mind at least. If you are considering YMs then go for a real YM, the YMII. It's much more than an overdressed dive watch. The reason I said the SD4K is because of its relatively short run and being the last of the standard SDs. It's worth owning.

I did, Lee. I saw a DaytonaC in the flesh and it did absolutely nothing for me. I can honestly say, hand on heart, if I was offered one at an AD at retail I would pass.

I really would not wear a YM II.

I hear you on the SD4K, but with two Subs and a D-Blue, it would be kind of redundant.

I've liked the YM blue and platinum dials for a long time and nearly bought one before I had the call for the D-Blue.

[QUOTE=brandrea;7874685]

Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

Um, check out my signature, Brian

Point taken I guess I should update my signature too.

You made the call about that 737 yet?

I haven't gotten around to it just yet. I'm hoping to make time to visit the boutique on Saturday.

Let me know if they can't help you.

Originally Posted by nick c

Hey Paul, maybe give this beast a try it's 44mm Attachment 887777


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Sorry Nick, see above. It's not for me

[nick c]

[QUOTE=Ruud Van Driver;7874802]What's a Gentas? Does it have anything to do with shitgibbons?



I did, Lee. I saw a DaytonaC in the flesh and it did absolutely nothing for me. I can honestly say, hand on heart, if I was offered one at an AD at retail I would pass.

I really would not wear a YM II.

I hear you on the SD4K, but with two Subs and a D-Blue, it would be kind of redundant.

I've liked the YM blue and platinum dials for a long time and nearly bought one before I had the call for the D-Blue.

Originally Posted by brandrea

Let me know if they can't help you.



Sorry Nick, see above. It's not for me

[fskywalker]

YM it is!

[rickyslam]

Originally Posted by AK797

Once I had had a few Divers I went for the YM, a similar piece but has the sweet blue dial with red accents and the lovely sandblasted platinum.

Before I was drawn to this thread I had thought I made up my mind on a Bluesy. This photos has gotten me to think otherwise.

Ruud? Is this your calling? its sparking my interest. I think its the dial of this and the Bluesy that's tipping me towards them.

[southcarolina1801]

I second the YM idea (maybe the Rhodium dial). If you're willing to look outside Rolex and spend more $$$ maybe an AP Royal Oak or PP Aquanaut.

[Racerdj]

When you can't bond with a watch, find a new owner! I can't wait for your replacement!

[sager]

Originally Posted by Quicksilver

You can't go wrong with this in my view. Classic and timeless.




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Very nice. Indeed a classic.


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[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

I advertised my BLNR on a local Facebook group and I had a firm offer within two minutes. The watch has been handed over, I've been paid. Job done. Probably the most hassle free sale ever.

The problem I have now is what next to fill the single slot in my Rolex box? Looking for an SS Sports Rolex, not interested in PM or a DJ.

nice work!

don't shoot me but, what about a BB41 steel and date?

[sampelligrino]

Awesome thread, since the white DaytonaC isn't speaking to you (to complement your black 520), I second the 116622 Blue. Neil's shots are gorgeous. I think it would be a nicely added pop of color to your collection along with your Hulk!

A curve ball/dark horse would be a rhodium DJ41 on Oyster/Smooth bezel, still would feel "sporty", give you a bit dressier of a piece for some versatility, and could give you more color/dial variety in your collection since you have blue, green, and black covered!

As always, can't go wrong in any case. Looking forward to the incoming thread!

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

What's a Gentas? Does it have anything to do with shitgibbons?

No quite the opposite, a Nautilus or RO, designed by Gerald Genta.

[rootbeer7]

you definitely need a classic. Perhaps a stunning Mk1 1675 GMT?

[uncle_paul_hargis]

HULK! Please allow me to live vicariously through you! :)