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marlopez · 11 January 2018, 05:14 PM

Hi TRF, first post here! I’m looking to pick up a new (to me) Rolex. I have a 6542 that my dad’s dad gifted to him when he graduated from the Air Force and I have an AP 15202. Both watches I feel are too fragile for what I want and neither do I wear all day every day. I purchased an Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean back in 09 as my first, nice watch and I’ve thrown everything at it: surfing, snowboarding, dirt bike rides, backpacking, etc. and the watch still looks great and keeps great time without a service. However, I’m looking to upgrade the Omega to a Rolex.

I’m familiar with the tried and tested criteria Rolex watches go through, but I’m curious when they started testing the watches beyond the limits the watches would ever see. I’ve narrowed my choices down to a Submariner or a Sea Dweller (40mm). I’m looking for this new watch go go everywhere with me to get knocked around and build its own character.

How far back I should narrow my selection to, knowing the watch has gone through the gamut of tests the current watches now go through?

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jw0n · 11 January 2018, 06:52 PM

Look no further, my friend...

SeaDweller50 · 11 January 2018, 07:15 PM

Pics of the 6542 please.

AEC · 11 January 2018, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jw0n

Look no further, my friend...

This is what I was thinking, too: no-date Sub, reference 114060.

This decision to replace the Omega that served so valiantly with a Rolex is an interesting illustration of the strength of the Rolex brand.

Xerxes77 · 11 January 2018, 08:51 PM

Sub the most iconic and robust Rolex IMO

brandrea · 11 January 2018, 10:31 PM

Welcome aboard

kilyung · 12 January 2018, 12:19 AM

Yes, let’s see that lovely 6542 and Jumbo pairing!

I’d get a 16610 rather than a 116610. It’d pair better with that 6542.

amh · 12 January 2018, 12:53 AM

If the Sub and SD4k are robust, then the SD43 would be even more robust and more modern.

omx5o · 12 January 2018, 01:13 AM

I would go for the lighter sub. I didn't notice the weight of my DSSD until I ran a short distance while wearing it.

watchwatcher · 12 January 2018, 01:24 AM

Heck, any Rolex is going to be able to do what you want it to. Your Omega did a fine job and a Rolex will, too.

You just gotta figure out which one you like.

marlopez · 17 January 2018, 03:51 PM

I went for the SD4k, just snagged it today. My Everest bracelet is already on its way!

For those who asked about the 6542 I have to get my post count up to post a picture...8 more posts to go!

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Number3 · 17 January 2018, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by marlopez

I went for the SD4k, just snagged it today. My Everest bracelet is already on its way!

For those who asked about the 6542 I have to get my post count up to post a picture...8 more posts to go!

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Congrats on the SD4K. Get posting - would love to see the 6542!

abozz · 17 January 2018, 09:03 PM

SubC with Date.

JR16 · 18 January 2018, 01:40 AM

I would try on SubC, SD4k, and SD43 and see what feels /looks the best on your wrist

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joli160 · 18 January 2018, 02:26 AM

Try a DSSD, black dial, you can throw something at this one.
Rock solid over engineered watch, makes a nice change
:thumbs:

I just see you already made up your mind, huge congrats

CPRWATCH · 18 January 2018, 02:45 AM

Firstly a big welcome to the forum , its pretty addictive. Personally I would recommend the SubC , pretty much bulletproof .Now that's the recommendation out of the way , I cant wait to see pictures of the 6542

Colin10101 · 18 January 2018, 02:51 AM

If I were you I’d take a look at the 16600.

jeerawat · 18 January 2018, 03:08 AM

I would recommend you to consider Explorer II - based on your lifestyle :)

oldman2005 · 18 January 2018, 05:25 AM

I bought my PO when it first came out 10 years ago, wore it daily, hiking mountain biking, skiing,...After 10 years, it slowed down so I have it serviced by a local Omega factory trained watchmaker. Now I barely wear it. Love that PO, it's a cool watch

I'd keep that PO and get your Sub. For daily beater, I wear my Seiko Turtle PADI which is as nice/comfortable to wear as the PO or even my Submariner, but costs half as much as the service cost for the PO ($250)

Quote:

Originally Posted by marlopez

. I purchased an Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean back in 09 as my first, nice watch and I’ve thrown everything at it: surfing, snowboarding, dirt bike rides, backpacking, etc. and the watch still looks great and keeps great time without a service. However, I’m looking to upgrade the Omega to a Rolex.

lovetherolex · 18 January 2018, 03:20 PM

With the activities you favor, consider the brittle nature of ceramic bezels vs. the steel bezel that is less likely to have catastrophic damage, but will pick up infinitely more "patina" in the way of scratches and dings.

marlopez · 18 January 2018, 03:24 PM

Pic of my little collection below!

Jmas · 18 January 2018, 03:30 PM

Awesome collection! The SD is a nice new addition

marlopez · 18 January 2018, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jmas

Awesome collection! The SD is a nice new addition

Thanks! Now I’m second guessing if I should get rid of the sea master since that box is finally filled!

Rolex.c6 · 18 January 2018, 05:04 PM

Congrats on the 116600! Great watch, have mine now one year next month. Still very happy with it.

superstarmar · 18 January 2018, 05:17 PM

Congrats on Sea Dweller!!!
Great watch , I love mine... Very nice collection too ...

Earnyourturns · 18 January 2018, 05:58 PM

Explorer or Explorer II given your lifestyle. But almost all Rolex would be more than adequate. Depends on what you like the look of most.

mountainjogger · 18 January 2018, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Heck, any Rolex is going to be able to do what you want it to. Your Omega did a fine job and a Rolex will, too.

You just gotta figure out which one you like.

What he said.!!!

roadie1 · 18 January 2018, 10:12 PM

Congrats on the SD4000K! I’ve been wearing mine since the release in 2014. It’s my favorite daily wear and take anything you throw at it!

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worldfamoussam · 18 January 2018, 11:32 PM

No date Sub

opawlows · 18 January 2018, 11:42 PM

Nice collection! Would love to see more pics of the 6542!

11 January 2018, 05:14 PM	#1
marlopez "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 100	Rolex for the active individual? Hi TRF, first post here! I’m looking to pick up a new (to me) Rolex. I have a 6542 that my dad’s dad gifted to him when he graduated from the Air Force and I have an AP 15202. Both watches I feel are too fragile for what I want and neither do I wear all day every day. I purchased an Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean back in 09 as my first, nice watch and I’ve thrown everything at it: surfing, snowboarding, dirt bike rides, backpacking, etc. and the watch still looks great and keeps great time without a service. However, I’m looking to upgrade the Omega to a Rolex. I’m familiar with the tried and tested criteria Rolex watches go through, but I’m curious when they started testing the watches beyond the limits the watches would ever see. I’ve narrowed my choices down to a Submariner or a Sea Dweller (40mm). I’m looking for this new watch go go everywhere with me to get knocked around and build its own character. How far back I should narrow my selection to, knowing the watch has gone through the gamut of tests the current watches now go through? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 January 2018, 06:52 PM	#2
jw0n "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Won Location: Asia Posts: 1,430	Look no further, my friend... __________________ Instagram: @itsjw0n

18 January 2018, 02:51 AM	#17
Colin10101 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Colin Location: Toronto Watch: 16710 Posts: 1,336	If I were you I’d take a look at the 16600. __________________ Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 "Z" Serial COKE Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea *BLACK*

18 January 2018, 03:24 PM	#21
marlopez "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 100	Rolex for the active individual? Pic of my little collection below!

18 January 2018, 03:30 PM	#22
Jmas "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: J Location: USA Posts: 87	Rolex for the active individual? Awesome collection! The SD is a nice new addition

11 January 2018, 07:15 PM	#3
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	Pics of the 6542 please.

11 January 2018, 08:51 PM	#5
Xerxes77 Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Home! Posts: 3,307	Sub the most iconic and robust Rolex IMO

11 January 2018, 10:31 PM	#6
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,192	Welcome aboard

12 January 2018, 12:19 AM	#7
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,873	Yes, let’s see that lovely 6542 and Jumbo pairing! I’d get a 16610 rather than a 116610. It’d pair better with that 6542.

12 January 2018, 12:53 AM	#8
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,082	If the Sub and SD4k are robust, then the SD43 would be even more robust and more modern.

12 January 2018, 01:13 AM	#9
omx5o "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: UK Watch: Milgauss GV Posts: 1,611	I would go for the lighter sub. I didn't notice the weight of my DSSD until I ran a short distance while wearing it.

12 January 2018, 01:24 AM	#10
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,545	Heck, any Rolex is going to be able to do what you want it to. Your Omega did a fine job and a Rolex will, too. You just gotta figure out which one you like.

17 January 2018, 03:51 PM	#11
marlopez "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 100	I went for the SD4k, just snagged it today. My Everest bracelet is already on its way! For those who asked about the 6542 I have to get my post count up to post a picture...8 more posts to go! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 January 2018, 09:03 PM	#13
abozz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: In my home. Watch: 116660, 126600 Posts: 2,905	SubC with Date.

18 January 2018, 01:40 AM	#14
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,191	I would try on SubC, SD4k, and SD43 and see what feels /looks the best on your wrist Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

18 January 2018, 02:45 AM	#16
CPRWATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: Chester UK Watch: Rolex GMT Master Posts: 4,594	Firstly a big welcome to the forum , its pretty addictive. Personally I would recommend the SubC , pretty much bulletproof .Now that's the recommendation out of the way , I cant wait to see pictures of the 6542

18 January 2018, 03:08 AM	#18
jeerawat "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Thailand Watch: 116610LN Posts: 18	I would recommend you to consider Explorer II - based on your lifestyle :)

18 January 2018, 03:20 PM	#20
lovetherolex Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: another planet Posts: 608	With the activities you favor, consider the brittle nature of ceramic bezels vs. the steel bezel that is less likely to have catastrophic damage, but will pick up infinitely more "patina" in the way of scratches and dings.

18 January 2018, 05:04 PM	#24
Rolex.c6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Netherlands/Spain Watch: Sea-Dweller 116600 Posts: 1,030	Congrats on the 116600! Great watch, have mine now one year next month. Still very happy with it. __________________ Rolex.c6 Sea-Dweller 4000 SD4K Ref. 116600

18 January 2018, 05:17 PM	#25
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	Congrats on Sea Dweller!!! Great watch , I love mine... Very nice collection too ...

18 January 2018, 05:58 PM	#26
Earnyourturns "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Scotland Posts: 149	Explorer or Explorer II given your lifestyle. But almost all Rolex would be more than adequate. Depends on what you like the look of most.

18 January 2018, 10:12 PM	#28
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,145	Congrats on the SD4000K! I’ve been wearing mine since the release in 2014. It’s my favorite daily wear and take anything you throw at it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 January 2018, 11:32 PM	#29
worldfamoussam "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: USA Watch: Day Date II Posts: 481	No date Sub __________________ Day-Date II 218238 Ballon Bleu Rose Gold 2999

18 January 2018, 11:42 PM	#30
opawlows "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Earth Watch: Rolex/Tudor/PAM Posts: 1,169	Nice collection! Would love to see more pics of the 6542!

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