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Andrew NYC · 4 April 2019, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Sprta

I have both and keeping the BLNR would be my choice.

I echo this having both myself. Keep the blnr and look for a 5 series Sub.

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Brny11 · 4 April 2019, 10:35 PM

I am not concerned with the value of BLNR as much as the cool factor of it. In no way is it inferior to the SD43. I would drop a BLNR for an SD4K as IMO, it is a very special watch. But from an outsiders opinion, the 43 brings nothing that beats out the BLNR. These two come down to personal taste.

If you just don’t enjoy wearing the BLNR, move on. If you, like me just get bored and constantly need change, I’d fight the urge and stay put. Otherwise, the 43 is awesome!

hawkeye43 · 4 April 2019, 10:40 PM

I would flip. Looking to add a SD43 to my collection soon!

jenedla · 4 April 2019, 10:44 PM

If possible, buy the SD43 first before deciding to flip. Have them both for a week or two to decide if you really like one over the other. After that, make your decision.

The edge goes to the SD43, though.

10XRolex · 5 April 2019, 02:29 AM

Both if you can. If not, the SD43. Your a beach and water person. Without the polished links it gives that casual laid back look.

TimeToWatch · 5 April 2019, 02:34 AM

I personally wouldn’t. The blnr is perfection to me, the SD43 IMO has strayed too far from the SD line...too large, cyclops shouldn’t be there. That’s just me though.

Macnavara · 5 April 2019, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueRoyaloak

Folks, I need your candid opinion to help me overcome my current dilemma. I love my BLNR, however, there is something special about the 126600 proportion plus the red font. Shall I flip my BLNR for the mighty SD43 or hang tight? P.s I’m a free diver and a beach guy (I appreciate your contribution)

Ive got both and never wear the sd43 as its looks a bit homage for my liking

Stevec14 · 5 April 2019, 03:14 AM

If you like it and would prefer it to the BLNR the do so.

My advice would be to add at retail if you can and then make a choice with both in possession. You would be able to offload the SD without loss with little issue.

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danwang0520 · 5 April 2019, 03:27 AM

don't go for the hype, go with what you love......
on the side note, if you have a diver already, don't let go of your BLNR

Motofan · 5 April 2019, 03:41 AM

I have both, however I find myself reaching for the SD43 more often. Both are amazing watches, but completely different in looks and weight.

TswaneNguni · 5 April 2019, 04:01 AM

I have a SubDate /BLNR /SD43 and original DSSD .All in all I would say design wise the SD43 is the best of all .
I would ad the SD43 and keep the BLNR.

Chrono_lando · 5 April 2019, 04:29 AM

I had both and sold both (biggest regret). Bought the SD43 back because of wrist presence. I am currently waiting for BLNR prices to drop to fix my regret. However, I personally like the SD43 better for me.

What I learned is don’t sell. Always add. When you get tired of a watch put it away and when the bug comes back it’s like getting a new one.

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fixinbones · 5 April 2019, 07:00 AM

Sd43 all the way

maylebox · 5 April 2019, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Chaching

I flipped my BLNR because for me it was too Pedestrian. I now own the SD43 which in my opinion is a much nicer watch.

Interesting take on a watch with a bi-colored ceramic bezel, GMT function, and PCLs.

I personally wouldn't make the swap because the BLNR fits me better than the SD43 but both are great watches.

ChuckB · 5 April 2019, 07:27 AM

I would recommend adding as they are special pieces in their own right. Even though I own the SD43 now, I regret selling my BLNR a couple of years ago.

But a larger SD43 DOES mean larger lume, though....

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jerryguo · 5 April 2019, 08:01 AM

I would, the SD43 has more balanced case/bracelet design.

oldman2005 · 5 April 2019, 08:04 AM

I would pick the SD43 (50th Anv. SD), it's the Kermit (50th Anv. Sub) in the making don't miss it.

tufty · 5 April 2019, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Stevec14

If you like it and would prefer it to the BLNR the do so.

My advice would be to add at retail if you can and then make a choice with both in possession. You would be able to offload the SD without loss with little issue.

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Sounds like good advice.......In the same boat really.

crazycarlitos · 5 April 2019, 09:04 AM

Add the SD43 first

Give time and see which u want to keep (because u said u love the blnr)

Sell the one u like less, if u cannot keep both.

Personally, the blnr doesn’t do anything for me. Love the sd43 tho.

didyunt · 5 April 2019, 09:08 AM

I think right now you should make your personal decision.

MickCollins1916 · 5 April 2019, 09:24 AM

I passed on opportunities to pick up the BLNR, but did not pass up the opportunity to pick up the SD43. I don’t regret this at all.

If you think there’s a chance of seller’s remorse with getting rid of BLNR, I’d hold off. If not, go for it, the SD43 is a wonderful watch.

Rileywiley · 5 April 2019, 10:20 AM

Depends a lot on wrist size. The SD50 is big and honestly kind of uncomfortable if you have normal wrists and work on a computer a lot.

Nairn1980 · 6 April 2019, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TimeToWatch

I personally wouldn’t. The blnr is perfection to me, the SD43 IMO has strayed too far from the SD line...too large, cyclops shouldn’t be there. That’s just me though.

Spot on

lastshotkid · 6 April 2019, 05:08 PM

Nope.

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bwdellorf76 · 6 April 2019, 09:49 PM

I currently own a 116600 and love it. I visited my local AD a few weeks ago looking for a SD43. At the time they did not have one. A few days later, I got the call and quickly purchased it. The watch is awesome! I really like the brushed bracelet over the polished center link version as on the BLNR. The larger bracelet on the SD43 is also choice! I agree to add rather than flip as I did.

bwdellorf76 · 6 April 2019, 11:17 PM

I currently have a 116600 and love it. I went to my local AD a few weeks back looking for the SD43. Of course they were out of stock. About a week later, I got a call from the AD letting me know one arrived. I quickly snatched it up and feel it is a quality piece. They both wear completely different and really enjoy both options! The SD43 is more sporty where as the 116600 wears and looks more like a GMT/Sub, so I really don’t feel the need to get one of those anytime soon (unless my AD calls again and has one!!). I like the brushed bracelets better then the polished center links, so the the decision is easy for me. I agree to accumulate rather then flip if you can swing it!

t65tampa · 7 April 2019, 12:31 AM

If I could own only one, it would be the SD43. I like them both and they are very different watches, so you should save your money to own both.

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aknajera · 7 April 2019, 02:17 PM

Dude, get what you like...as long as it’s the SD43!
I love the size and presence. Been wearing mine for pretty much non stop for the last couple months

henrylee · 7 April 2019, 02:18 PM

Get the SD43

Investr · 7 April 2019, 02:51 PM

Ive owned the BLNR, but i own the SD43. Its just so robust and masculine. Love mine!!!

5 April 2019, 07:00 AM	#43
fixinbones "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: New York Watch: 118206 Posts: 910	Sd43 all the way __________________ 126719 BLRO meteorite 126660 D-blue 118206 Day Date

5 April 2019, 09:04 AM	#49
crazycarlitos "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,906	Add the SD43 first Give time and see which u want to keep (because u said u love the blnr) Sell the one u like less, if u cannot keep both. Personally, the blnr doesn’t do anything for me. Love the sd43 tho. __________________

7 April 2019, 12:31 AM	#57
t65tampa "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,039	If I could own only one, it would be the SD43. I like them both and they are very different watches, so you should save your money to own both. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ t65tampa

7 April 2019, 02:18 PM	#59
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,216	Get the SD43 __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

4 April 2019, 10:35 PM	#32
Brny11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Real Name: Brian Location: Florida Posts: 2,456	I am not concerned with the value of BLNR as much as the cool factor of it. In no way is it inferior to the SD43. I would drop a BLNR for an SD4K as IMO, it is a very special watch. But from an outsiders opinion, the 43 brings nothing that beats out the BLNR. These two come down to personal taste. If you just don’t enjoy wearing the BLNR, move on. If you, like me just get bored and constantly need change, I’d fight the urge and stay put. Otherwise, the 43 is awesome!

4 April 2019, 10:40 PM	#33
hawkeye43 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Christopher Location: Wisconsin Posts: 252	I would flip. Looking to add a SD43 to my collection soon!

4 April 2019, 10:44 PM	#34
jenedla "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Watch: can't choose Posts: 330	If possible, buy the SD43 first before deciding to flip. Have them both for a week or two to decide if you really like one over the other. After that, make your decision. The edge goes to the SD43, though.

5 April 2019, 02:29 AM	#35
10XRolex 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 1,581	Both if you can. If not, the SD43. Your a beach and water person. Without the polished links it gives that casual laid back look.

5 April 2019, 02:34 AM	#36
TimeToWatch Banned Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: TRF Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 1,757	I personally wouldn’t. The blnr is perfection to me, the SD43 IMO has strayed too far from the SD line...too large, cyclops shouldn’t be there. That’s just me though.

5 April 2019, 03:14 AM	#38
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,400	If you like it and would prefer it to the BLNR the do so. My advice would be to add at retail if you can and then make a choice with both in possession. You would be able to offload the SD without loss with little issue. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 April 2019, 03:27 AM	#39
danwang0520 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Daniel Location: Taipei, Taiwan Watch: my signature Posts: 2,669	don't go for the hype, go with what you love...... on the side note, if you have a diver already, don't let go of your BLNR

5 April 2019, 03:41 AM	#40
Motofan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Posts: 18	I have both, however I find myself reaching for the SD43 more often. Both are amazing watches, but completely different in looks and weight.

5 April 2019, 04:01 AM	#41
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,608	I have a SubDate /BLNR /SD43 and original DSSD .All in all I would say design wise the SD43 is the best of all . I would ad the SD43 and keep the BLNR.

5 April 2019, 04:29 AM	#42
Chrono_lando "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Atlanta Posts: 138	I had both and sold both (biggest regret). Bought the SD43 back because of wrist presence. I am currently waiting for BLNR prices to drop to fix my regret. However, I personally like the SD43 better for me. What I learned is don’t sell. Always add. When you get tired of a watch put it away and when the bug comes back it’s like getting a new one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 April 2019, 07:27 AM	#45
ChuckB 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: ChuckB Location: Seattle Watch: 126600, 126710BLNR Posts: 96	I would recommend adding as they are special pieces in their own right. Even though I own the SD43 now, I regret selling my BLNR a couple of years ago. But a larger SD43 DOES mean larger lume, though.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 April 2019, 08:01 AM	#46
jerryguo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bay Area Watch: Rolex, PP, Lange Posts: 1,024	I would, the SD43 has more balanced case/bracelet design.

5 April 2019, 08:04 AM	#47
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	I would pick the SD43 (50th Anv. SD), it's the Kermit (50th Anv. Sub) in the making don't miss it.

5 April 2019, 09:08 AM	#50
didyunt Banned Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: US Posts: 129	I think right now you should make your personal decision.

5 April 2019, 09:24 AM	#51
MickCollins1916 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Bill Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: 116600 SD4K Posts: 3,235	I passed on opportunities to pick up the BLNR, but did not pass up the opportunity to pick up the SD43. I don’t regret this at all. If you think there’s a chance of seller’s remorse with getting rid of BLNR, I’d hold off. If not, go for it, the SD43 is a wonderful watch.

5 April 2019, 10:20 AM	#52
Rileywiley "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Orlando Posts: 23	Depends a lot on wrist size. The SD50 is big and honestly kind of uncomfortable if you have normal wrists and work on a computer a lot.

6 April 2019, 05:08 PM	#54
lastshotkid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 241	Nope. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 April 2019, 09:49 PM	#55
bwdellorf76 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Watch: All of them Posts: 727	I currently own a 116600 and love it. I visited my local AD a few weeks ago looking for a SD43. At the time they did not have one. A few days later, I got the call and quickly purchased it. The watch is awesome! I really like the brushed bracelet over the polished center link version as on the BLNR. The larger bracelet on the SD43 is also choice! I agree to add rather than flip as I did.

6 April 2019, 11:17 PM	#56
bwdellorf76 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Watch: All of them Posts: 727	I currently have a 116600 and love it. I went to my local AD a few weeks back looking for the SD43. Of course they were out of stock. About a week later, I got a call from the AD letting me know one arrived. I quickly snatched it up and feel it is a quality piece. They both wear completely different and really enjoy both options! The SD43 is more sporty where as the 116600 wears and looks more like a GMT/Sub, so I really don’t feel the need to get one of those anytime soon (unless my AD calls again and has one!!). I like the brushed bracelets better then the polished center links, so the the decision is easy for me. I agree to accumulate rather then flip if you can swing it!

7 April 2019, 02:17 PM	#58
aknajera "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: California Posts: 147	Dude, get what you like...as long as it’s the SD43! I love the size and presence. Been wearing mine for pretty much non stop for the last couple months

7 April 2019, 02:51 PM	#60
Investr Banned Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: LSU Watch: Constantly changes Posts: 3,815	Ive owned the BLNR, but i own the SD43. Its just so robust and masculine. Love mine!!!

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