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Old 19 May 2017, 07:40 AM   #1
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Just flipped SubC for BLNR. Ecstatic. Pics.

Okay, so I really wanted to love my subC date. I got it on January 30th of this year. After a month, I found it plain. But I stuck it out. It's a classic, and no doubt s beautiful piece. However, I lusted after the BLNR for the past three months. I LOVE the blue GMT hand. I travel 3 times a month to South America from New York and the Caribbean, so the function will certainly come in handy. I make calls to South America and parts of Mexico 5 times a day so the function helps me see the time in my busiest call zone if I set it to that. Very cool. The PCLs are gorgeous and more for my needs. I wear a suit daily and I find the PCL to be a bit fancier than the sub. The sub does go with everything, just not the best for me. I am finding that the GMT sits a bit better on my wrist and the clasp sits nicer. 6.75 inch wrist. The glidelock is exceptional. I will miss it. But it was a bit large for me. Overall I am very happy with the purchase. I would not call it an upgrade. I would call it lateral move. Pics:








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Old 19 May 2017, 07:41 AM   #2
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It sounds like the better choice for you.. congrats
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Old 19 May 2017, 07:46 AM   #3
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Enjoy. It is a fine watch!
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Old 19 May 2017, 07:50 AM   #4
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Sounds like a good move

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Old 19 May 2017, 07:52 AM   #5
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Enjoy! BLNR is tough to beat
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Old 19 May 2017, 07:56 AM   #6
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Old 19 May 2017, 08:08 AM   #7
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Great watch brother.

I would definitely call it an upgrade though.


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Old 19 May 2017, 08:09 AM   #8
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Congrats man, BLNR is my fav 6 digit steel Rolex. I agree the GMT case sits a bit better than the 6 digit sub in my experience also. Wear in good health.
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Old 19 May 2017, 08:17 AM   #9
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It's a great watch, congratulations!
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Old 19 May 2017, 08:27 AM   #10
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It looks terrific on you, congrats!
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:07 AM   #11
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:10 AM   #12
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Huge congrats on the upgrade in happiness.
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:32 AM   #13
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Congrats looks great!
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:36 AM   #14
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Congrats! beautiful watch (both the one before, and the new one.)
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:36 AM   #15
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Nice, all about finding what works best for you, and the BLNR is a great choice it sounds like! Beautiful watch too!
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:37 AM   #16
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Congrats! I was able to check one out for the first time in the flesh yesterday. It's a beautiful watch no question and from the sound of it, fits your lifestyle perfectly.
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:41 AM   #17
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Congrats on your flip, and I think you upgraded as well.
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:59 AM   #18
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These new GMT2s with the ceramic bezels - all of 'em - are just gorgeous. Congrats!!


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Old 19 May 2017, 10:01 AM   #19
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Congrats! It is a beautiful piece!
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:09 AM   #20
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:10 AM   #21
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:11 AM   #22
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Congrats!! Love the BLNR!
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:26 AM   #23
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eh. I don't get it. I'm a sub guy.
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:42 AM   #24
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I guess its a matter of opinion and i would opine that you did indeed upgrade. Enjoy it, its a beaut.
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:43 AM   #25
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they are both good congrats
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:44 AM   #26
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:45 AM   #27
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Nice flip I like both the subC and the BLNR would be hard choice
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:45 AM   #28
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:48 AM   #29
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Old 19 May 2017, 10:51 AM   #30
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Looks fantastic, congratulations!
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