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PO 2500D · 24 May 2022, 08:55 AM

I choose GMT in the poll but having read the posts I think a Sub LV with the glidelock/green bezel (for added interest) and the very useful timing function of the unidirectional bezel of a diver actually gives it the win.

I also think the clasp on the divers feels (and is) much more robust than on the other watches my Skydweller clasp is no where near as nice as the one on the SD43 as an example and it really stood out when I got it.

ltmgeller · 24 May 2022, 09:01 AM

It's close, but I'd have to go with the GMT. Both are awesome watches.

HiDive · 24 May 2022, 09:27 AM

I voted for the Sub, but That is because I do not have one. I have these two Rolex watches and no Sub at this time. I think if I had neither of these I might choose the GMT Pepsi. I have been thinking of getting the new Destro GMT or a Sub with black dial and green bezel.

Alexexec · 24 May 2022, 09:37 AM

Would love to get me a BLRO but I’m quite happy with the sub especially for daily duties and will likely be worn more if I had the GMT as well

vesnyder · 24 May 2022, 09:41 AM

The GMT has many more options. Like the Sub, but have to go with the GMT.

28mm · 24 May 2022, 09:41 AM

I have 3 Subs and 4 GMTs..and the GMT's have always been more interesting to me although obviously I like them both.

I'll add as others have that the clasp on the Submariner is just a bit too long..especially when using a laptop.

airchitect · 24 May 2022, 10:22 AM

I’d go with a gmt….but I also have two. Hated my BLNR on the polished oyster so FINALLY popped it on the blue Everest strap I’ve had in my drawer for 5yrs and it was a game changer. Soooooo much better for that watch.

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BNA/LION · 24 May 2022, 10:26 AM

Sub

Unframed · 24 May 2022, 12:40 PM

I love how the current GMT sits on my wrist and I already own a Sub, so it's GMT for me.

Marast-66 · 24 May 2022, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Ollie1982

Sub for me and it isn’t really close. The bezel on the Sub is far more useful than a third time zone (don’t even need to know a second timezone) and I appreciate the simplicity and symmetry of the Submariner.

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CanPam · 24 May 2022, 04:05 PM

Sub for me too, much more practical for a daily use than the GMT...

Cru Jones · 24 May 2022, 04:13 PM

Sub is always my choice. The modern GMT’s bezel font just doesn’t do it for me.

Greglaw · 25 May 2022, 11:24 AM

Both

Chester01 · 25 May 2022, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luster

As great as it is, the submariner has become so ubiquitous that it doesn't really do anything for me. GMT is more interesting

Rolex in general is ubiquitous, just about all the models.

Chester01 · 25 May 2022, 12:19 PM

In this showdown I would opt for the sub. The GMT colors are pastels are not perfected-though the BLNR looks the best out of the GMT's. I would choose a 5 digit GMT over a sub or any 6 digit reference for that matter as the are more versatile. However the bezel colors do appear a bit costume like for my taste and I thunk I like them better in the case than on the wrist.

Geckobros · 25 May 2022, 12:42 PM

I own both and have no pressing desire to add anything else. My vote was a mental coin toss.

Bill11783 · 25 May 2022, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Geckobros

I own both and have no pressing desire to add anything else. My vote was a mental coin toss.

Totally agree. Have both too. Coin toss.

6XYBE63ST · 25 May 2022, 12:49 PM

a sub is the standard, a gmt is a second thought......

chris_1001 · 25 May 2022, 01:54 PM

Sea dweller 43. Drops Mike. Lol.

GGGMT · 25 May 2022, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by dpt.calvin

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I mean really, who doesn’t have a sub? GMT more interesting and unusual

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russ86 · 25 May 2022, 04:11 PM

Own both Hulk and Pepsi. Hulk or a Sub is the BEST daily watch ever invented in history of watches.

MSL997 · 25 May 2022, 05:29 PM

Both are the best in so many ways and it’s hard as he11 to answer like choosing between 2 children.

I will say Rolex has done a tremendous job on the gmt design, Pepsi Batman, in recent years but then there is Kermit & Hulk!!

JDA0779 · 25 May 2022, 05:55 PM

Very hard to choose between them - hence I have only a 2 piece collection of Rolex - GMT Pepsi on Jubilee and New Green Sub Oyster - best of both.

greenfan · 25 May 2022, 08:16 PM

GMT for me ! I have a 16710 Coke, but I could also do with a "Rootbeer" 126711CHNR !!

interestedinwatches · 25 May 2022, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GGGMT

I mean really, who doesn’t have a sub? GMT more interesting and unusual

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Isn't it the opposite now? Pepsi is in higher demand, everyone wants one, it's taken the Sub's place as the generic Rolex to get

Driver8 · 25 May 2022, 08:47 PM

I own both and love both.

But if I had to choose it'd be the BLNR on the Oyster by a hairs breadth for me. It's just a slightly more interesting piece in terms of complication and the splash of colour (proper blue) on the bezel.

Yobber76 · 25 May 2022, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Santiago32

GMT is more useful imo. But I do appreciate brushed bracelet and timing bezel.

The answer is buy both.

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Marast-66 · 25 May 2022, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by russ86

Own both Hulk and Pepsi. Hulk or a Sub is the BEST daily watch ever invented in history of watches.

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interestedinwatches · 28 May 2022, 06:59 PM

Bump

Ten Ten & 32 · 28 May 2022, 07:43 PM

Lets not avoid the elephant in the room - essentially they are the same watch

Exactly same case & bracelets whether you choose Oyster or Jubilee

Both got exactly the same dial - only the text is different.

However I like them both

Submariner was my first Rolex so will always be a special watch to me.

Having said that I currently have only the one Sub but 3 GMT’s so I guess I’m a walking contradiction….

Funny old hobby this isn’t it

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View Poll Results: What do you pick?
Sub	199	41.29%
GMT	283	58.71%
Voters: 482. You may not vote on this poll

24 May 2022, 09:01 AM	#62
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,370	It's close, but I'd have to go with the GMT. Both are awesome watches. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

24 May 2022, 09:27 AM	#63
HiDive "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Vincent Location: Pittsburgh, PA Watch: Rolex Seadweller50 Posts: 362	Why I chose the Sub I voted for the Sub, but That is because I do not have one. I have these two Rolex watches and no Sub at this time. I think if I had neither of these I might choose the GMT Pepsi. I have been thinking of getting the new Destro GMT or a Sub with black dial and green bezel.

24 May 2022, 09:41 AM	#66
28mm "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: USA Posts: 1,317	I have 3 Subs and 4 GMTs..and the GMT's have always been more interesting to me although obviously I like them both. I'll add as others have that the clasp on the Submariner is just a bit too long..especially when using a laptop. __________________ 124060 • 126610LV • 16613 • 116710LN • 16710 116713 • 126710BLNR • 116520 • 16570 • 214270 • 16622 • 116400V • 116900 • 124300 • 114300 * 116334 • 116519LN • 126720VTNR

24 May 2022, 10:26 AM	#68
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,195	Sub __________________ ✦ 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.

24 May 2022, 08:55 AM	#61
PO 2500D "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: UK Watch: SD43TT & DJII blue Posts: 159	I choose GMT in the poll but having read the posts I think a Sub LV with the glidelock/green bezel (for added interest) and the very useful timing function of the unidirectional bezel of a diver actually gives it the win. I also think the clasp on the divers feels (and is) much more robust than on the other watches my Skydweller clasp is no where near as nice as the one on the SD43 as an example and it really stood out when I got it.

24 May 2022, 09:37 AM	#64
Alexexec "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Australia Posts: 266	Would love to get me a BLRO but I’m quite happy with the sub especially for daily duties and will likely be worn more if I had the GMT as well

24 May 2022, 09:41 AM	#65
vesnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Vance Location: North Coast Watch: GMT II Posts: 1,443	The GMT has many more options. Like the Sub, but have to go with the GMT.

24 May 2022, 10:22 AM	#67
airchitect "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: KY Watch: A few..... Posts: 3,784	I’d go with a gmt….but I also have two. Hated my BLNR on the polished oyster so FINALLY popped it on the blue Everest strap I’ve had in my drawer for 5yrs and it was a game changer. Soooooo much better for that watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 May 2022, 12:40 PM	#69
Unframed "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 99	I love how the current GMT sits on my wrist and I already own a Sub, so it's GMT for me.

24 May 2022, 04:05 PM	#71
CanPam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Spain Posts: 652	Sub for me too, much more practical for a daily use than the GMT... __________________ instagram.com/wristlaw

24 May 2022, 04:13 PM	#72
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,492	Sub is always my choice. The modern GMT’s bezel font just doesn’t do it for me.

25 May 2022, 11:24 AM	#73
Greglaw Banned Join Date: May 2020 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 667	Both

25 May 2022, 12:19 PM	#75
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	In this showdown I would opt for the sub. The GMT colors are pastels are not perfected-though the BLNR looks the best out of the GMT's. I would choose a 5 digit GMT over a sub or any 6 digit reference for that matter as the are more versatile. However the bezel colors do appear a bit costume like for my taste and I thunk I like them better in the case than on the wrist.

25 May 2022, 12:42 PM	#76
Geckobros "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Arrakis Posts: 873	I own both and have no pressing desire to add anything else. My vote was a mental coin toss.

25 May 2022, 12:49 PM	#78
6XYBE63ST Banned Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: kommyfornia Posts: 202	a sub is the standard, a gmt is a second thought......

25 May 2022, 01:54 PM	#79
chris_1001 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Mass Watch: Rolex Sub & SD 43 Posts: 195	Sea dweller 43. Drops Mike. Lol.

25 May 2022, 04:11 PM	#81
russ86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Ross C. Location: Miami, FL. Posts: 947	Own both Hulk and Pepsi. Hulk or a Sub is the BEST daily watch ever invented in history of watches.

25 May 2022, 05:29 PM	#82
MSL997 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: Nation of Rolex Watch: 116500 & 116520s Posts: 180	Both are the best in so many ways and it’s hard as he11 to answer like choosing between 2 children. I will say Rolex has done a tremendous job on the gmt design, Pepsi Batman, in recent years but then there is Kermit & Hulk!!

25 May 2022, 05:55 PM	#83
JDA0779 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Real Name: JD Location: DUBAI Watch: 126710BLRO Jubilee Posts: 178	Very hard to choose between them - hence I have only a 2 piece collection of Rolex - GMT Pepsi on Jubilee and New Green Sub Oyster - best of both. __________________ JD ( Dubai ) Rolex Pepsi 126710BLRO Jubilee and Rolex Starbucks 126610LV

25 May 2022, 08:16 PM	#84
greenfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: George Location: Athens Greece Watch: GMT II 16710 Coke Posts: 1,046	GMT for me ! I have a 16710 Coke, but I could also do with a "Rootbeer" 126711CHNR !! __________________ $C:\Documents and Settings\George.HOME\My Documents\My Pictures\Rolex$

25 May 2022, 08:47 PM	#86
Driver8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,761	I own both and love both. But if I had to choose it'd be the BLNR on the Oyster by a hairs breadth for me. It's just a slightly more interesting piece in terms of complication and the splash of colour (proper blue) on the bezel. __________________ Rolex - 116710BLNR : 116610LN : 116622 : 116334 : 14060M (Plus - Glashutte Original, Breitling, Omega, IWC, Tag Heuer, Doxa, Sinn, Seiko, G-Shock + micros)

28 May 2022, 06:59 PM	#89
interestedinwatches "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: nyc Posts: 722	Bump

28 May 2022, 07:43 PM	#90
Ten Ten & 32 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2022 Location: England Posts: 345	Submariner vs GMT Lets not avoid the elephant in the room - essentially they are the same watch Exactly same case & bracelets whether you choose Oyster or Jubilee Both got exactly the same dial - only the text is different. However I like them both Submariner was my first Rolex so will always be a special watch to me. Having said that I currently have only the one Sub but 3 GMT’s so I guess I’m a walking contradiction…. Funny old hobby this isn’t it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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