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spuds · 18 January 2010, 06:19 PM

If I won the lottery HELL YEAH!!!!

Psmith · 18 January 2010, 06:31 PM

Someone say Smurf ...?

A beautiful watch - have fondled this one a few times, love the colour and the weight. If only Rolex would offer a blue SS model...... *wistful sigh*

Cheers

Gaijin · 18 January 2010, 09:06 PM

Why the bashing? Well most of us really loved the old blue color. They "smurfed it up" badly with the new color. Hate it.

Bullyterrier · 18 January 2010, 09:22 PM

I'm still not sold on the super cases. the bracelets just don't look right on them.
I guess in a few years time when that is all there will be they might seem better.

chopperboy · 18 January 2010, 09:28 PM

Love It!!!

chopperboy · 18 January 2010, 09:28 PM

Love It!!!

Strut99GT · 18 January 2010, 11:09 PM

I love the smurf sub, and if "stealth wealth" is a target, it's one of the highest watches on the list I can think of.

icnbne · 18 January 2010, 11:11 PM

I have mixed feelings of the smurf.
the smurf really depends on lighting condition imo,
sometimes it looks great, other times it looks very cheap

Rscmaine · 19 January 2010, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Safetrends

Damn, I thought you were talking about Smurf's.

I have some great Smurf recipes...

"Grind 3 medium Smurfs in to a large mixing bowl...."

jets · 19 January 2010, 12:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Green Arrow

On the other hand, if they would do the blue dial on the stainless steel version, wouldn't that be great?

This will never happen. If this happened no one would ever spend the extra money for the WG version. Think about it-an extra 20K for an almost visually identical watch? Albeit the weight and feel of wearing the WG watch would be completely evident. If I spent the money you'd bet I'd expect some kind of exclusivity which this watch currently provides.

On a different note, If you were to replace all the blue on this watch with black and brush the center links I believe this will be the new sub we're expecting this March at Basel.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Strut99GT

I love the smurf sub, and if "stealth wealth" is a target, it's one of the highest watches on the list I can think of.

Very true. If I saw this in the wild I have to say the guy wearing it would be one cool mofo.

AWATCH · 19 January 2010, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Here's a side-by-side comparison, Dalip......you be the judge.

Old one on the left.......new Ceramic bezel on the right!!

Great picture JJ, Love the way you used the fur to highlight the watch

rfknauss · 19 January 2010, 04:54 AM

If I won the lottery, the WG Submariner would be the watch I would want to get. Love it!

brady · 19 January 2010, 05:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Here's a side-by-side comparison, Dalip......you be the judge.

Old one on the left.......new Ceramic bezel on the right!!

That new AR coating on the cyclops seems to work rather well. May need to pick up something with one some day

tudorwatches · 29 January 2010, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Here's a side-by-side comparison, Dalip......you be the judge.

Old one on the left.......new Ceramic bezel on the right!!

Hello JJ,

I was wondering if this pic was taken at the AD ?
Because i see the plastic on the bracelet wich i normally haven't seen before..
Can you tell me if there indeed is other plastic on the bracelet wich wasn't used before ?

B/r Michiel

JJ Irani · 30 January 2010, 04:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmkooi

Hello JJ,

I was wondering if this pic was taken at the AD ?
Because i see the plastic on the bracelet wich i normally haven't seen before..
Can you tell me if there indeed is other plastic on the bracelet wich wasn't used before ?

B/r Michiel

Yes, that's a brand new Certamic Sub on the right and, in fact, that is the hand of the sales lady at my AD's!!

tudorwatches · 30 January 2010, 04:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Yes, that's a brand new Certamic Sub on the right and, in fact, that is the hand of the sales lady at my AD's!!

But do i see it correctly that there are plastics on the bracelet wich normally were not on new rolex watches ?

B/r Michiel

JJ Irani · 30 January 2010, 04:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmkooi

But do i see it correctly that there are plastics on the bracelet wich normally were not on new rolex watches ?

B/r Michiel

All brand new watches MUST have protective plastics!!

Lost Texan · 30 January 2010, 04:54 AM

I absolutely love my new TT. Can't wait for the all SS.

tudorwatches · 30 January 2010, 04:57 AM

I know.. But i was used to seeing them in seals like this:

And now i see things like this:

And your pic looks like it has other seals also..

tudorwatches · 30 January 2010, 05:01 AM

Like here:
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JJ Irani · 30 January 2010, 05:03 AM

Some of the newer models (especially with GOLD on them) have more plastic than the steel ones.

JJ

rockclimber · 30 January 2010, 05:05 AM

Blue color looks cheap on this model.
Maxi case is terrible, especially with such a small bracelet.
Crown Guards are too blocky, they really don't protect the crown much either.
Even at $5,000 I would not buy one of these as the outgoing model is superior and much more classy. Perhaps a black dial and black ceramic bezel insert will change my mind. But for now I am just not feeling it.

tudorwatches · 30 January 2010, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockclimber

Even at $5,000 I would not buy one of these .

No sweat.. we are not gonna make you..

JBat · 30 January 2010, 05:27 AM

I like the new Bluesy, but I love the old one.

SPORTSFAN · 30 January 2010, 06:46 AM

Nobody will ever convince me that the bracelet on the supercase is right.

Eli · 30 January 2010, 07:20 AM

Love the smurf. And I don't think calling it a smurf is bashing it.

I have a rule. Rolex knows best, so whatever reason they had to do what they did, they must be right. Obviously there is an exception to everything rule, ice/leopard being it LOL

rajurama · 30 January 2010, 07:27 AM

i think i like the smurf.... i would only love it if i had that kinda spare cash

datejust1 · 30 January 2010, 07:30 AM

I actually Like the Smurf and the Blue TT! But I think I'll never own one...

rfknauss · 30 January 2010, 07:40 AM

I tried on a new Bluesy at my local Rolex AD last week. It is a beautiful watch. Unfortunately, I only had enough cash to get my 5513 serviced.

TheBluePrince · 30 January 2010, 07:55 AM

Best looking of the new-case Subs imo. Would love one. Don't love the £20K price though i'm afraid.

18 January 2010, 06:19 PM	#31
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	If I won the lottery HELL YEAH!!!! __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

18 January 2010, 06:31 PM	#32
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Someone say Smurf ...? A beautiful watch - have fondled this one a few times, love the colour and the weight. If only Rolex would offer a blue SS model...... wistful sigh Cheers __________________

18 January 2010, 09:22 PM	#34
Bullyterrier "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: . Posts: 1,343	I'm still not sold on the super cases. the bracelets just don't look right on them. I guess in a few years time when that is all there will be they might seem better. __________________ So Mote it be.

18 January 2010, 09:28 PM	#35
chopperboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Florida USA Watch: Rolex Baby!! Posts: 442	Love It!!! __________________

18 January 2010, 09:28 PM	#36
chopperboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Florida USA Watch: Rolex Baby!! Posts: 442	Love It!!! __________________

18 January 2010, 09:06 PM	#33
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,180	Why the bashing? Well most of us really loved the old blue color. They "smurfed it up" badly with the new color. Hate it.

18 January 2010, 11:09 PM	#37
Strut99GT Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Benbrook, TX Posts: 410	I love the smurf sub, and if "stealth wealth" is a target, it's one of the highest watches on the list I can think of.

18 January 2010, 11:11 PM	#38
icnbne "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: J Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Omega Seiko Posts: 1,562	I have mixed feelings of the smurf. the smurf really depends on lighting condition imo, sometimes it looks great, other times it looks very cheap __________________ https://www.instagram.com/invites/co...ontent=5yeough

19 January 2010, 04:54 AM	#42
rfknauss 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,493	If I won the lottery, the WG Submariner would be the watch I would want to get. Love it! __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

30 January 2010, 04:54 AM	#48
Lost Texan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Dallas Watch: TTSubC & DSSD Posts: 73	I absolutely love my new TT. Can't wait for the all SS.

30 January 2010, 04:57 AM	#49
tudorwatches "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Suisse Posts: 411	I know.. But i was used to seeing them in seals like this: And now i see things like this: And your pic looks like it has other seals also..

30 January 2010, 05:03 AM	#51
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Some of the newer models (especially with GOLD on them) have more plastic than the steel ones. JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

30 January 2010, 05:05 AM	#52
rockclimber Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: USA Posts: 69	Blue color looks cheap on this model. Maxi case is terrible, especially with such a small bracelet. Crown Guards are too blocky, they really don't protect the crown much either. Even at $5,000 I would not buy one of these as the outgoing model is superior and much more classy. Perhaps a black dial and black ceramic bezel insert will change my mind. But for now I am just not feeling it.

30 January 2010, 05:27 AM	#54
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I like the new Bluesy, but I love the old one.

30 January 2010, 06:46 AM	#55
SPORTSFAN "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: NW England Posts: 791	Nobody will ever convince me that the bracelet on the supercase is right.

30 January 2010, 07:20 AM	#56
Eli Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: montreal Posts: 459	Love the smurf. And I don't think calling it a smurf is bashing it. I have a rule. Rolex knows best, so whatever reason they had to do what they did, they must be right. Obviously there is an exception to everything rule, ice/leopard being it LOL

30 January 2010, 07:27 AM	#57
rajurama "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Rick Location: Wakanda Watch: amacallit Posts: 2,017	i think i like the smurf.... i would only love it if i had that kinda spare cash __________________ रोलेक्स

30 January 2010, 07:30 AM	#58
datejust1 Banned Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: G Location: N/A Watch: N/A Posts: 6,042	I actually Like the Smurf and the Blue TT! But I think I'll never own one...

30 January 2010, 07:40 AM	#59
rfknauss 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,493	I tried on a new Bluesy at my local Rolex AD last week. It is a beautiful watch. Unfortunately, I only had enough cash to get my 5513 serviced. __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

30 January 2010, 07:55 AM	#60
TheBluePrince "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: London Posts: 2,081	Best looking of the new-case Subs imo. Would love one. Don't love the £20K price though i'm afraid.

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