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Old 25 May 2017, 02:23 AM   #31
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I'd say the Sea Dweller over either version of the GMTII right now as it has the newest movement and a 70+ hour (can't remember exactly) power reserve.

I have the GMT LN and will get a SD50 so I'll have both eventually.
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Old 25 May 2017, 02:26 AM   #32
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Very personal choice, but if I could only pick one, I'd go BLNR. I do think you'll need to try and both and see which one you like better. As someone earlier mentioned, I think you'll know. If you don't get the opportunity to try on either, I'd probably get the one that comes up first until you can try on the other one. Good news is that on both of those watches you'll get a great resale value if you end up liking the second one.
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Old 25 May 2017, 02:26 AM   #33
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Well...do you need a GMT or a diver? Do you prefer PCL's or brushed?
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Old 25 May 2017, 02:32 AM   #34
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I think the hype will die down on the Sea Dweller by the end of the year and the BLNR is special!


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Old 25 May 2017, 02:53 AM   #35
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Have tried both. Still cant decide



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Old 25 May 2017, 02:55 AM   #36
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Have tried both. Still cant decide.
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Old 25 May 2017, 03:41 AM   #37
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SD 43 looks really wicked on your wrist..
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Old 25 May 2017, 03:56 AM   #38
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Get the blnr and give me a PM when the sea dweller comes up :)



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hahaha, i like your style. i notice he's in London so it's only fair he gives me a shout 1st
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Old 25 May 2017, 04:02 AM   #39
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Have tried both. Still cant decide.
Tough choice. They're both amazing, but I'd go BLNR if you need something a little more flashy. The PCL's really set off the BLNR. If it's an everyday watch, probably the SD. I love the BLNR, but my daily is the Polar Exp II because I like how it flies under the radar so much more. You can't go wrong either way!
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Old 25 May 2017, 04:03 AM   #40
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Have tried both. Still cant decide.
SD43!!!!! Come on! it looks amazing on you

i am so jealous. How can you have such beauty within your grasp and still be undecided?

Seriously, if you don't want it and your ADs cant flip it for whatever reason, i will pick it up tomorrow

P.S what size is your wrist?
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Old 25 May 2017, 04:08 AM   #41
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Try them on. It all depends on the wrist size
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Old 25 May 2017, 04:09 AM   #42
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Try them on. It all depends on the wrist size
he did, few posts up with pics
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Old 25 May 2017, 04:17 AM   #43
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he did, few posts up with pics
Forgot to click on page 2
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Old 25 May 2017, 05:16 AM   #44
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Buy both, see which you like more and the other one trade up.
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Old 25 May 2017, 05:21 AM   #45
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Buy both and keep both!!
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Old 25 May 2017, 05:23 AM   #46
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Get the SD43. A sports watch should be large 43mm is more future proof than BLNR.
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Old 25 May 2017, 05:55 AM   #47
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Welcome to TRF.

Both great options for different reasons. I have a feeling once you strap the right one on, you'll know.

A thread without pictures is boring so ...
Good advice!
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Old 25 May 2017, 09:50 PM   #48
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Old 25 May 2017, 10:12 PM   #49
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SD for sure! Can't wait to receive mine..
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Old 25 May 2017, 10:36 PM   #50
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Tough call both great pcs. Can't go wrong dude


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Old 26 May 2017, 02:39 AM   #51
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SD is the clear winner
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Old 26 May 2017, 03:52 AM   #52
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For your wrist I think the GMT fits a little better. The SD43 looks just a tiny bit big to my eyes. You can certainly pull off either but if I had to pick for you it's the GMT
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Old 26 May 2017, 04:39 AM   #53
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Old 26 May 2017, 04:55 AM   #54
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From the pictures, the GMT fits you better. The biggest problem with the BLNR is that it diminishes your desire for other watches. Mine still amazes me after nearly a year. The DayDate, DateJust, and Patek just don't get worn much anymore.
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Old 26 May 2017, 06:47 AM   #55
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Looks like you can wear either so just pick the one you want more, or sometimes it helps to envisage which one you will miss/regret more if you buy the other.
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Old 26 May 2017, 06:48 AM   #56
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Old 26 May 2017, 06:53 AM   #57
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I vote for the SD.
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Old 26 May 2017, 07:44 AM   #58
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Another vote for the BLNR. It's a stunner.
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Old 26 May 2017, 08:01 AM   #59
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BLNR vote for me. Seadweller just too similar to sub which is much less expensive.
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Old 26 May 2017, 08:05 AM   #60
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Hi Rolex Forum people,

I'm on the market for my first Rolex.

I cant decided between the Sea Dweller 2017 126600 or GMT Master II 116710BLNR.

Got my name on the list, or do I just get the one that comes first.

What do you guys think? Sea Dweller 2017 126600 or GMT Master II 116710BLNR.

Thanks
neither. get a black dial DSSD...wipes the floor with both
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