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ras47 · 15 June 2017, 10:55 AM

Unless you have a personal preference for one style or another, I say go with something classic/iconic as your first Rolex. I'm a huge fan of the GMT Pepsi, but that's my own personal grail watch.

You cannot get more iconic in Rolexes than the Submariner. I like the models with the date. A SS Sub with date will be my next purchase.

superstarmar · 15 June 2017, 10:57 AM

BLNR ... unless your going diving more than 100 meters = 330 ft
The GMT BLNR is a killer all rounder for a one and done daily !!!!

Note. Not on your list I'd choose the blue sunburst dial Sub C in TT.
That's what I have and love it !!!
Best wishes on your final decision...

William.L. · 15 June 2017, 11:05 AM

BLNR all day

mschafer · 15 June 2017, 11:10 AM

I'm all about a GMT...classic all around. Inblack definitely has a bit of a Sub feel to it, some people mistake it for one on occasion. Having a second time zone is to me the best complication, along with a date. I use both nearly daily. On the other hand if beach, water and kids are around, maybe the simplest watch would be best, less to break, right. And no 24hr confusion...so that's my second choice and a great watch to is in as you don't have to set the date.

debner4 · 15 June 2017, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by antoflo

Go with a sub because every collection needs a Sub. Simple as that.
Try the no date, date and green and grab the one you prefer :)

I hear what you're saying... and half of the people responding to the poll agree with you! But... the other half are telling me to get the GMT!

Bigsykedaddy · 15 June 2017, 12:02 PM

I chose the 114060 because it's my favorite Rolex regardless of price (I also have the LVc and I used to have the BLNR but sold it)

OPExp · 15 June 2017, 12:25 PM

I have both the Submariner Date and the GMT BLNR and I recommend them equally. However, you asked "If it was your one and only Rolex, which would you buy?"

From your 4 choices I voted 114060

If it was me facing the same situation my choice for the one and only would be the humble Explorer 214270

henrylee · 15 June 2017, 12:29 PM

One and only would still be my SubC date. Can't get much better than that.

Romeojk · 15 June 2017, 12:39 PM

I say you go with a Sub, date or no date. I say if you are used to a date on your watch then go for the date Sub. As for under the radar I think you are okay there who really knows or cares except us anyway. As for me I wear tue Sub no date. I love it and wear it every day. Great collection you have. I expect if the two you will pick the date. I get the impression you like a little more going on on the dial than just what the no date offers, I'd call the date a little bit of bling for you, without flashy colors.

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Hotrod297 · 15 June 2017, 12:43 PM

I think for your first, you should go with the 116610. The rest can follow after you find your way as an owner.

BNA/LION · 15 June 2017, 12:56 PM

Submariner (With Date) 116610LN

Sydny2 · 15 June 2017, 02:11 PM

Another vote for Sub Date. One and only!

Doood · 15 June 2017, 05:03 PM

I was faced with the same dilemma and chose BLNR as my one and only Rolex. I love the no date sub but glad I chose GMT as I am now strategizing my Hulk purchase. If I had chosen no date sub then I would have ended up with a black and green sub. I think BLNR & Hulk make a better pair.

debner4 · 16 June 2017, 12:47 AM

I'm amazed at how tight the voting is between the SubC date and BLNR! Also a bit surpr See how much the SubC no date is trailing...

droptopman · 16 June 2017, 01:14 AM

Either of the Subs. I prefer the 114060, but also wear a 116613 LB. The modern Sub is really versatile.

Maiden · 16 June 2017, 03:15 AM

114060 you don't need the date when you are on vacation!

faz · 16 June 2017, 04:06 AM

Wore my BLNR today, and took a couple of quick shots to post in WRUW thread. Thought I share a couple of them here to help you with your decision. :)

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debner4 · 16 June 2017, 08:26 AM

How does anyone choose?

Just tried on the subC date vs no date. I'm not a huge fan of the cyclops (but it's not a deal breaker either), but also thought the no date looked like it was missing something without the cyclops/date. Ugh....

BLNR by default?

watchwatcher · 16 June 2017, 10:07 AM

Between the sub date and the BLNR, probably the two most popular watches on TRF. So...there's no real way to make a logical decision. Best just go with your gut.

Gun to head, I would say sub (unless you have need of the GMT function of course), but you're not going to be wrong with either choice.

westsideclock · 16 June 2017, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by debner4

How does anyone choose?

Just tried on the subC date vs no date. I'm not a huge fan of the cyclops (but it's not a deal breaker either), but also thought the no date looked like it was missing something without the cyclops/date. Ugh....

BLNR by default?

Get the date. The cyclops will grow on you

DRKBC · 16 June 2017, 02:14 PM

I have a BLNR and a sub no date. I love both, I wear the sub the most, you just don't have to worry about it. Sometimes I miss having the date but I love the look of the watch so much more without it. Big fan of the 114060. If you get a BLNR I'm sure you won't be disappointed, but when you discribed the intended use and considering what you already own the ND sub seems to fill the void.

debner4 · 16 June 2017, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by antoflo

Go with a sub because every collection needs a Sub. Simple as that.
Try the no date, date and green and grab the one you prefer :)

I'm starting to lean that way, for sure...

1William · 16 June 2017, 10:10 PM

Submariner-C ND.

View Poll Results: If it was your one and only Rolex, which would you buy (price taken into account)?
Submariner (No Date) 114060	32	17.98%
Submariner (With Date) 116610LN	63	35.39%
GMT Master II 116710BLNR	66	37.08%
GMT Master II 116710LN	17	9.55%
Voters: 178. You may not vote on this poll

15 June 2017, 10:55 AM	#31
ras47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Robert Location: Northern NJ Watch: 16710 BLRO Posts: 3,063	Unless you have a personal preference for one style or another, I say go with something classic/iconic as your first Rolex. I'm a huge fan of the GMT Pepsi, but that's my own personal grail watch. You cannot get more iconic in Rolexes than the Submariner. I like the models with the date. A SS Sub with date will be my next purchase. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II BLRO 16710 Omega Speedmaster Co-Axial Chrono

15 June 2017, 11:05 AM	#33
William.L. "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: William Location: Belleville Mi Watch: 1675 & 16013 Posts: 617	BLNR all day __________________ Omega Bumper Automatic Rolex Datejust 16013 TT Rolex GMT 1675/3 Tudor GMT Serti GMT

15 June 2017, 12:29 PM	#38
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,214	One and only would still be my SubC date. Can't get much better than that. __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

15 June 2017, 12:43 PM	#40
Hotrod297 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Rod Location: USA & UAE Watch: Rolex Posts: 766	I think for your first, you should go with the 116610. The rest can follow after you find your way as an owner. __________________ "I collect Rolex because I love'um and dig'um"

15 June 2017, 10:57 AM	#32
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	BLNR ... unless your going diving more than 100 meters = 330 ft The GMT BLNR is a killer all rounder for a one and done daily !!!! Note. Not on your list I'd choose the blue sunburst dial Sub C in TT. That's what I have and love it !!! Best wishes on your final decision...

15 June 2017, 11:10 AM	#34
mschafer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: New York Posts: 971	I'm all about a GMT...classic all around. Inblack definitely has a bit of a Sub feel to it, some people mistake it for one on occasion. Having a second time zone is to me the best complication, along with a date. I use both nearly daily. On the other hand if beach, water and kids are around, maybe the simplest watch would be best, less to break, right. And no 24hr confusion...so that's my second choice and a great watch to is in as you don't have to set the date.

15 June 2017, 12:02 PM	#36
Bigsykedaddy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Anthony Location: Florida Watch: LVc \| SubC Posts: 2,285	I chose the 114060 because it's my favorite Rolex regardless of price (I also have the LVc and I used to have the BLNR but sold it)

15 June 2017, 12:25 PM	#37
OPExp "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Sergio Location: Dallas Watch: 214270, 116610LN Posts: 81	I have both the Submariner Date and the GMT BLNR and I recommend them equally. However, you asked "If it was your one and only Rolex, which would you buy?" From your 4 choices I voted 114060 If it was me facing the same situation my choice for the one and only would be the humble Explorer 214270

15 June 2017, 12:39 PM	#39
Romeojk 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Kevin Location: Cape Cod Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 1,915	I say you go with a Sub, date or no date. I say if you are used to a date on your watch then go for the date Sub. As for under the radar I think you are okay there who really knows or cares except us anyway. As for me I wear tue Sub no date. I love it and wear it every day. Great collection you have. I expect if the two you will pick the date. I get the impression you like a little more going on on the dial than just what the no date offers, I'd call the date a little bit of bling for you, without flashy colors. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 June 2017, 12:56 PM	#41
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,206	Submariner (With Date) 116610LN __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

15 June 2017, 02:11 PM	#42
Sydny2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: SubC, GMT Posts: 248	Another vote for Sub Date. One and only!

15 June 2017, 05:03 PM	#43
Doood "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Socal Posts: 973	I was faced with the same dilemma and chose BLNR as my one and only Rolex. I love the no date sub but glad I chose GMT as I am now strategizing my Hulk purchase. If I had chosen no date sub then I would have ended up with a black and green sub. I think BLNR & Hulk make a better pair.

16 June 2017, 12:47 AM	#44
debner4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: California Posts: 268	I'm amazed at how tight the voting is between the SubC date and BLNR! Also a bit surpr See how much the SubC no date is trailing...

16 June 2017, 01:14 AM	#45
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	Either of the Subs. I prefer the 114060, but also wear a 116613 LB. The modern Sub is really versatile. __________________ 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.

16 June 2017, 03:15 AM	#46
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,650	114060 you don't need the date when you are on vacation! __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

16 June 2017, 04:06 AM	#47
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,655	Wore my BLNR today, and took a couple of quick shots to post in WRUW thread. Thought I share a couple of them here to help you with your decision. :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

16 June 2017, 08:26 AM	#48
debner4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: California Posts: 268	How does anyone choose? Just tried on the subC date vs no date. I'm not a huge fan of the cyclops (but it's not a deal breaker either), but also thought the no date looked like it was missing something without the cyclops/date. Ugh.... BLNR by default?

16 June 2017, 10:07 AM	#49
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	Between the sub date and the BLNR, probably the two most popular watches on TRF. So...there's no real way to make a logical decision. Best just go with your gut. Gun to head, I would say sub (unless you have need of the GMT function of course), but you're not going to be wrong with either choice.

16 June 2017, 02:14 PM	#51
DRKBC "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Canada Watch: 114060, BLNR Posts: 739	I have a BLNR and a sub no date. I love both, I wear the sub the most, you just don't have to worry about it. Sometimes I miss having the date but I love the look of the watch so much more without it. Big fan of the 114060. If you get a BLNR I'm sure you won't be disappointed, but when you discribed the intended use and considering what you already own the ND sub seems to fill the void.

16 June 2017, 10:10 PM	#53
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,749	Submariner-C ND.

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