made a big decision today

[georgew]

for me anyway, a fairly big decision. Quick back story is that I started with nice watches close to 20 yrs ago with a 35 mm yachtmaster, and also then a 38mm Breitling (still a sentimental fav). Come 2010/11 gravitated to more Rolex with the then new 11 series sub and GMT II. At that time, going from the 35 YM to the "supercase" was a "bridge too far" in regards to "chunkiness", weight, perceived comfort etc. However, I kept the 2011 116610LN sub since I bought it then at a discount ($7k out the door incl state sales tax). But I did jump into the 5 digit subs, GMT II, and daytonas in the gray market over the next couple of years 2011 - 2012 (still have them). The 5 digit subs, GMT II, and daytonas is what I've worn since then. Until now, the 116610LN has only been bracelet sized, then stored in the safe since 2011 - some of the plastic still on it.

Fast forward to this last 30 days, and I've seen and evaluated the 126610 subs and am on my ADs list to get 1 (they are what the 11 series should have been). So, today I decided to finally give the 11 series sub some wrist time - maybe get ready for the 12 series. I was thinking of keeping it "NIB" for value, but I'm not getting any younger, so enjoy it was what I decided earlier today. It will still be worth way more than I paid for it once the kids get it (same for the 5 digits I still own). Feel pretty comfortable with that decision right now.

[KatGirl]

I never understood why people buy a brand new Rolex, then don’t wear it. Your story at least makes some sense. Did your AD give you a time frame on when to expect your new Sub? Good luck , in the meantime.

Kat


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[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by georgew

for me anyway, a fairly big decision. Quick back story is that I started with nice watches close to 20 yrs ago with a 35 mm yachtmaster, and also then a 38mm Breitling (still a sentimental fav). Come 2010/11 gravitated to more Rolex with the then new 11 series sub and GMT II. At that time, going from the 35 YM to the "supercase" was a "bridge too far" in regards to "chunkiness", weight, perceived comfort etc. However, I kept the 2011 116610LN sub since I bought it then at a discount ($7k out the door incl state sales tax). But I did jump into the 5 digit subs, GMT II, and daytonas in the gray market over the next couple of years 2011 - 2012 (still have them). The 5 digit subs, GMT II, and daytonas is what I've worn since then. Until now, the 116610LN has only been bracelet sized, then stored in the safe since 2011 - some of the plastic still on it.

Fast forward to this last 30 days, and I've seen and evaluated the 126610 subs and am on my ADs list to get 1 (they are what the 11 series should have been). So, today I decided to finally give the 11 series sub some wrist time - maybe get ready for the 12 series. I was thinking of keeping it "NIB" for value, but I'm not getting any younger, so enjoy it was what I decided earlier today. It will still be worth way more than I paid for it once the kids get it (same for the 5 digits I still own). Feel pretty comfortable with that decision right now.

Pictures please!

Congrats on getting it out of jail!


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[CarlOver]

Good choice to wear it. Keeping that in a safe to try a make a return on it just doesn’t make much sense with other investment options. Enjoy it! Maybe get the 12 series also.

[the dark knight]

Wise decision. A huge paradigm shift I've had fairly recently as I've gotten older is I don't save anything for later anymore. I used to have a weird habit of doing that. Even if I'm out for a sushi dinner, I save my favorite piece for last.

Then I realized tomorrow (or even the next minute) is not promised to anyone. So I don't save much for later anymore. If all I'm doing today is going to the grocery store, I want to wear my favorite watch to do it, not wait to wear it tomorrow.

[georgew]

as requested, currently on my wrist

[brandrea]

Good decision George, your Sub thanks you

Good luck on the next one

[travisb]

Wear em' if you got em'.
I hope you get the call on the new Sub soon. The proportions are perfect.

[1William]

Good story. I like the 11 series Submariners. I have has a 12 series and it is great also. I guess I am just a fan.

[garg]

Originally Posted by the dark knight

Wise decision. A huge paradigm shift I've had fairly recently as I've gotten older is I don't save anything for later anymore. I used to have a weird habit of doing that. Even if I'm out for a sushi dinner, I save my favorite piece for last.

Then I realized tomorrow (or even the next minute) is not promised to anyone. So I don't save much for later anymore. If all I'm doing today is going to the grocery store, I want to wear my favorite watch to do it, not wait to wear it tomorrow.

Love this mentality. Enjoy things while we can. Future is never guaranteed!

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[Rolexken]

Originally Posted by the dark knight

Wise decision. A huge paradigm shift I've had fairly recently as I've gotten older is I don't save anything for later anymore. I used to have a weird habit of doing that. Even if I'm out for a sushi dinner, I save my favorite piece for last.

Then I realized tomorrow (or even the next minute) is not promised to anyone. So I don't save much for later anymore. If all I'm doing today is going to the grocery store, I want to wear my favorite watch to do it, not wait to wear it tomorrow.

Exactly the same for me I recently sold nearly all my lower price watches and now only have Rolexes to wear nearly all the time plus one Citizen.

[georgew]

[WatchMySix]

Got any pics of your collection? Sounds interesting.


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[georgew]

here's the sub c

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[georgew]

and for this summer at the yacht club, the 116622 YM (blue) has gotten wrist time too

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[Oldfellow]

Great decision to wear your Sub.
I love my YM blue dial too, but I’m sans Yacht.