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JJ Irani · 20 July 2007, 05:56 PM

Hi guys,

Not sure if this one's been done before, but since it is such a popular model, thought I'd give it a quick rundown!!

Let's start with the....

DIAL - By far the best BLUE dial in the whole wide world!!

I have yet to see a BLUE as gorgeous and stunning as this one - no exceptions!!

Dial printing is exquisite. I think this watch looks best with the standard dial. The MAXI would just about over-clutter it and ruin its unique look!!

CASE - Special Oyster Case as described in the catalogue, this baby's good for 1000 feet + easy. Lug edges are sharp, but they tend to stay up and away from the wrist, so I've never had a problem. Comfy fit, but not as comfy as the Exp-II.

CROWN - TRIPLOCK crown, perfect grip, smooth wind down and easy to manouveur. Adequately protects the watch against all the elements and more.

BRACELET - Massively strong OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelet. Don't let those hollow links fool you, guys. They are immensely strong and durable. Time proven beyond measure, the OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelet has withstood the test of time through the ages and comes up trumps!!

SEL links at the top are solid gold, bordering SS links are solid too, but centre 18 K links are hollow - no worries, guys.....tough as nails!!

The beautiful SEL...

The CLASP - Serves its purpose of firmly securing the bracelet!!

What can I say, guys? I've been enjoying this baby since the last 7 months and never get tired of admiring its beauty!! That dial has just gotta the be the BEST thing about this watch.

If you haven't got one in your collection, go get it!! Even the purchase will be an experience you'll never forget!!

Cheers - JJ

walds11 · 20 July 2007, 06:56 PM

Nice review JJ. How do you keep you watches in such good shape? You were a long glove? :) I wear long sleeve shirt and tie everyday and still manage to scuff my watches up.

JJ Irani · 20 July 2007, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by walds11

Nice review JJ. How do you keep you watches in such good shape? You were a long glove? :) I wear long sleeve shirt and tie everyday and still manage to scuff my watches up.

Just by being alert at all times and never ever touching the clasp to the work table!!

Arby · 20 July 2007, 11:53 PM

It still looks brand new. I like it better than your new watch, JJ.

JJ Irani · 21 July 2007, 05:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arby

It still looks brand new. I like it better than your new watch, JJ.

Thanks, Arby. One can never get tired of the Blue Sub....

blue · 4 July 2008, 08:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Thanks, Arby. One can never get tired of the Blue Sub....

oh so true

stunning

timebroker · 4 August 2007, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Just by being alert at all times and never ever touching the clasp to the work table!!

Same here, always on the look out for possible fender benders, but even then it happens sometimes.
What always gets my goat (see, people can avoid using sheep remarks

) are the bigger scratches or dents (if any) which you get and do not know when or where you got them.

BlueSub71 · 29 August 2007, 09:14 PM

Hi guys!

Here is my new Blue Sub TT.

Regards

BlueSub71

frostie · 31 August 2007, 03:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlueSub71

Hi guys!

Here is my new Blue Sub TT.

Regards

BlueSub71

welcome to TRF great looking watch enjoy it

pwrslider · 7 March 2008, 10:15 PM

I'm a bit confused.... I have a 2000 tt blue sub and love it as well!!

My question: I keep hearing ( reading ) about the Maxi dials ( or was it bezels?). Does anyone have any comparison shots of the Maxi next to a non-maxi??

Gaijin · 8 March 2008, 01:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pwrslider

I'm a bit confused.... I have a 2000 tt blue sub and love it as well!!

My question: I keep hearing ( reading ) about the Maxi dials ( or was it bezels?). Does anyone have any comparison shots of the Maxi next to a non-maxi??

Yep, sure do!

OYSTERMANN · 22 March 2008, 10:19 AM

JJ,

Great review

I agonised this week over a Bluesy or a TT GMT II.

Eventually I went for the GMT, but I definitely want to get the TT Blue Sub next time - it's an extraordinarily classic watch

Neil.

Trurolexer · 28 March 2008, 09:14 PM

Nice review JJ!!! Make me wanna buy one someday...

SteveTex · 11 April 2008, 07:00 AM

By Far!

MagedMS · 6 January 2010, 05:00 AM

Nice shots & review JJ. I totally agree with you that the cobalt blue of 16613 models is much appreciated.. But do you think that the black also in the ceramic model looks a little bit pale than in the old models ??

I heard that Rolex engineers cannot produce a ceramic bezel in Red colors for the other models having the PEPSI colors... Can anybody tell that this pale blue & black is due to the ceramic technology used ???

I think that if Rolex cannot control colors in ceramic bezels it's better to go back to the metal bezels.. Which are also very durable, scratch & shock resistant.. I've been using a SS Sub for almost 14 yrs. without any scratch in the bezel ! ... Or may be it's time to Rolex to use other metals as titanium like Hublot does... Do you agree !?

SSD · 21 July 2007, 12:34 PM

Quite stunning! Superior photography as well. Might I inquire as to your camera and setup? And more importantly, do we know if a maxi dial is pending on the TT blue Sub? I agree with you about the current dial.

roadcarver · 21 July 2007, 01:06 PM

The gold and the blue really look good, JJ! Thanks for the review.

JJ Irani · 21 July 2007, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SSD

Quite stunning! Superior photography as well. Might I inquire as to your camera and setup? And more importantly, do we know if a maxi dial is pending on the TT blue Sub? I agree with you about the current dial.

Thanks, pal. Those were taken with a Panasonic Lumix with the LEICA lens. The one without the Leica lens is no good. It's the lens that makes the difference.

No news about whether the Sub will ever come out with the maxi dial and newer bracelet....but I guess eventually all Rollies will go that way!!

JJ

Blue Bull · 21 July 2007, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Thanks, pal. Those were taken with a Panasonic Lumix with the LEICA lens. The one without the Leica lens is no good. It's the lens that makes the difference.

No news about whether the Sub will ever come out with the maxi dial and newer bracelet....but I guess eventually all Rollies will go that way!!

JJ

Oh God,JJ,a Blue TT Sub,with big white blobs and numbering on steroids on the bezel(Yellow,not gold)

Love mine as it is,wont sell this one ... NEVER !!

JJ Irani · 21 July 2007, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue Bull

Oh God,JJ,a Blue TT Sub,with big white blobs and numbering on steroids on the bezel(Yellow,not gold)

Love mine as it is,wont sell this one ... NEVER !!

Agreed, Chris....I think the Blue Sub dial looks great with the standard markers. The maxi dial is going to ruin its aesthetics completely and overcrowd the dial!!

ADISMO · 22 July 2007, 09:41 AM

thanks for the review JJ. stupendous watch.

GoldenBear · 25 July 2007, 01:25 AM

It's perfect. I'd hate to see any changes. Mine was the last model year before the gold running through the bracelet. Kind of prefer it without as it has enough scratches now. Still, I think the most beautiful watch ever.

SPACE-DWELLER · 3 August 2007, 08:06 AM

Lovely review, JJ!

Thanks for sharing!

Gaijin · 3 August 2007, 10:15 AM

Must admit got mine in great part to your photos JJ!

JJ Irani · 3 August 2007, 05:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KansaiVet

Must admit got mine in great part to your photos JJ!

Thanks, Tom.....Rolex should pay me a commission for my trend setting habits!!

Geoff · 3 August 2007, 11:29 PM

JJ, you continue to be The Man!

Great review and pics. There are only two TT's I would consider owning - the blue sub or the new GMT-II. The problem is I've too many watches now and only two wrists!

JJ Irani · 4 August 2007, 06:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geoff

JJ, you continue to be The Man!

Great review and pics. There are only two TT's I would consider owning - the blue sub or the new GMT-II. The problem is I've too many watches now and only two wrists!

Thanks, Geoff.

So if you had THREE wrists, would you wear two watches?

alglez · 3 August 2007, 11:38 AM

yes the blue color that rolex puts in these watches is just so nice that everytime you look at it you fall in love with the watch again.

Geoff · 4 August 2007, 06:41 AM

JJ, if one of them was one of the aforementioned TT's - you bet - LOL

Welshwatchman · 6 August 2007, 06:34 AM

I think I would be correct in saying that JJ has NOT started to hate old Bluey yet.

20 July 2007, 05:56 PM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	TT Blue Sub review... Hi guys, Not sure if this one's been done before, but since it is such a popular model, thought I'd give it a quick rundown!! Let's start with the.... DIAL - By far the best BLUE dial in the whole wide world!! I have yet to see a BLUE as gorgeous and stunning as this one - no exceptions!! Dial printing is exquisite. I think this watch looks best with the standard dial. The MAXI would just about over-clutter it and ruin its unique look!! CASE - Special Oyster Case as described in the catalogue, this baby's good for 1000 feet + easy. Lug edges are sharp, but they tend to stay up and away from the wrist, so I've never had a problem. Comfy fit, but not as comfy as the Exp-II. CROWN - TRIPLOCK crown, perfect grip, smooth wind down and easy to manouveur. Adequately protects the watch against all the elements and more. BRACELET - Massively strong OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelet. Don't let those hollow links fool you, guys. They are immensely strong and durable. Time proven beyond measure, the OYSTER FLIPLOCK bracelet has withstood the test of time through the ages and comes up trumps!! SEL links at the top are solid gold, bordering SS links are solid too, but centre 18 K links are hollow - no worries, guys.....tough as nails!! The beautiful SEL... The CLASP - Serves its purpose of firmly securing the bracelet!! What can I say, guys? I've been enjoying this baby since the last 7 months and never get tired of admiring its beauty!! That dial has just gotta the be the BEST thing about this watch. If you haven't got one in your collection, go get it!! Even the purchase will be an experience you'll never forget!! Cheers - 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!!

11 April 2008, 07:00 AM	#14
SteveTex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 42	Blue Sub 16613-The Best Overall Looking Rolex By Far!

6 January 2010, 05:00 AM	#15
MagedMS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Maged Location: Egypt Watch: SUBMARINER 114060 Posts: 514	Blue Bezel ! Nice shots & review JJ. I totally agree with you that the cobalt blue of 16613 models is much appreciated.. But do you think that the black also in the ceramic model looks a little bit pale than in the old models ?? I heard that Rolex engineers cannot produce a ceramic bezel in Red colors for the other models having the PEPSI colors... Can anybody tell that this pale blue & black is due to the ceramic technology used ??? I think that if Rolex cannot control colors in ceramic bezels it's better to go back to the metal bezels.. Which are also very durable, scratch & shock resistant.. I've been using a SS Sub for almost 14 yrs. without any scratch in the bezel ! ... Or may be it's time to Rolex to use other metals as titanium like Hublot does... Do you agree !?

21 July 2007, 12:34 PM	#16
SSD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Georgia Watch: Stainless Sub Date Posts: 3,023	Quite stunning! Superior photography as well. Might I inquire as to your camera and setup? And more importantly, do we know if a maxi dial is pending on the TT blue Sub? I agree with you about the current dial. __________________ SUBMARINER OWNERS' CLUB ESTABLISHED 1953 TRF Member # 5464 Last edited by SSD; 21 July 2007 at 12:35 PM.. Reason: spelling error!!!

21 July 2007, 01:06 PM	#17
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	The gold and the blue really look good, JJ! Thanks for the review. __________________ I'm just a cook...

20 July 2007, 06:56 PM	#2
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,634	Nice review JJ. How do you keep you watches in such good shape? You were a long glove? :) I wear long sleeve shirt and tie everyday and still manage to scuff my watches up.

20 July 2007, 11:53 PM	#4
Arby "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Ron Location: NJ Posts: 726	It still looks brand new. I like it better than your new watch, JJ.

7 March 2008, 10:15 PM	#10
pwrslider "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: SF BAY AREA CA Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 3,047	I'm a bit confused.... I have a 2000 tt blue sub and love it as well!! My question: I keep hearing ( reading ) about the Maxi dials ( or was it bezels?). Does anyone have any comparison shots of the Maxi next to a non-maxi??

22 March 2008, 10:19 AM	#12
OYSTERMANN "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Neil Location: West Midlands UK Watch: DJ,DD,GMTIIc,Sub Posts: 7,063	JJ, Great review I agonised this week over a Bluesy or a TT GMT II. Eventually I went for the GMT, but I definitely want to get the TT Blue Sub next time - it's an extraordinarily classic watch Neil.

28 March 2008, 09:14 PM	#13
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Nice review JJ!!! Make me wanna buy one someday...

22 July 2007, 09:41 AM	#21
ADISMO Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Adrian Location: Cali Watch: Seadweller Posts: 122	thanks for the review JJ. stupendous watch.

25 July 2007, 01:25 AM	#22
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	It's perfect. I'd hate to see any changes. Mine was the last model year before the gold running through the bracelet. Kind of prefer it without as it has enough scratches now. Still, I think the most beautiful watch ever. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

3 August 2007, 08:06 AM	#23
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Lovely review, JJ! Thanks for sharing! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

3 August 2007, 10:15 AM	#24
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Must admit got mine in great part to your photos JJ!

3 August 2007, 11:29 PM	#26
Geoff "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 111	JJ, you continue to be The Man! Great review and pics. There are only two TT's I would consider owning - the blue sub or the new GMT-II. The problem is I've too many watches now and only two wrists!

3 August 2007, 11:38 AM	#28
alglez "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: houston Watch: TT blue sub Posts: 252	yes the blue color that rolex puts in these watches is just so nice that everytime you look at it you fall in love with the watch again.

4 August 2007, 06:41 AM	#29
Geoff "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 111	JJ, if one of them was one of the aforementioned TT's - you bet - LOL

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