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Old 1 May 2023, 07:28 AM   #1
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I found this site after doing some research and there seems to be a wealth of information here.

I have been wanting to buy a Rolex for many years and I am finally in a position where I can justify the expense. I was driving by a Rolex dealer last week and decided to drop in and buy the Submariner Date I have always wanted. Some of you may be able to guess how that worked out. I was able to try one on but they didn't have one available to sell. I wish I did some research first and that's why i'm here now.

Now I am on the waitlist for the Sub black, green, or Rolesor black/gold. I am a little concerned the Rolesor is a bit much for everyday wear and I may prefer something slightly more understated.

I was offered a GMT II that was in stock and part of me wanted to get it but it just wasn't the Submariner I had my heart set on for most of my life.

After touring the store and getting registered on the wait list I was given a gift bag with a Rolex magazine, hardcover catalog and coffee mug. It wasn't what I hoped to leave with but a smart move on their part because I am now pretty sure I need more than one Rolex. I just may go back and scoop up that GMT, too but if I don't get the Submariner first I may feel like I am giving up on a life goal and settling for something less than what I wanted.

My current collection is a Samsung Galaxy watch and a Seiko Prospex Special Edition PADI Solar Blue Dial that I got because I am A PADI SCUBA instructor and I couldn't pass up a dive watch with the PADI logo on it.

I look forward to the advice I receive here and I would like to hear some comments on my wish list. I still don't know what version I like the most but I suspect it will be the first one to come in.
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Old 1 May 2023, 07:36 AM   #2
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Welcome to the Forum. The Submariner Date is a great first watch. Might want to grab that GMT if it is still available.
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Old 1 May 2023, 08:24 AM   #3
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Old 1 May 2023, 08:53 AM   #4
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It is best to wait for the one you like (sub). Let another customer pick up that gmt that really wanted/like it.
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Old 1 May 2023, 09:52 AM   #5
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Old 5 May 2023, 12:30 AM   #10
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welcome you will get best knowledge here
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