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nwhitmire · 1 February 2008, 04:16 AM

Ok, I am sure you are going to want to throw things at me but I just don't understand, and I want to.

I recently purchased a 1998 Sub Date it is really nice I just love it. My goal was to get a Plat and SS Yachtmaster, and I still hope to soon. I had planned to trade in on the Yacht, but from reading all the post's about the Sub and how much everyone love's their subs I think I want to keep it.

I'm just wondering what all the hype about the sub is. I'm new to this please fill me in.

Thanks for the help I hope to learn a lot.

GMTcrazy · 1 February 2008, 04:26 AM

The Submariner is one of the best models for holding its value. Usually purchasing new, you can turn around after wearing the heck out of it for 10 years and make money selling it used.

Not to mention the durability, and classic good looks

GT

JBat · 1 February 2008, 04:50 AM

It's a Rolex icon. Not much more to say beyond that.

JostheBoss · 1 February 2008, 04:51 AM

Welcome to TRF!

That's right...Sub is the classic sports Rolex! When the public think of a black bezeled tool watch, they think of the Sub first :)

crimscrem · 1 February 2008, 04:55 AM

People probably love it for the reasons you love it, combined with the history behind the watch.

Wolfgang427 · 1 February 2008, 04:57 AM

Welcome.

The Sub is a classic, thats why people love it.

tandrup · 1 February 2008, 04:54 AM

What I really like about the Sub is the fact that it is one of the most classic Rolex watches. It's also very sporty looking and I can dress it up and down. I especially like the stainless steel/black combo that looks great with both tux, suits and jeans & t-shirts. It is just so versatile. Love it!

Jedi · 1 February 2008, 05:42 AM

The Submariner is a classic piece like everyone has said. You only need to look around at the plethora of dive watches on the market both past and present to see the design DNA that has been transplanted (a polite term here for 'copied'

) time and time again (pun intended

)

You have in your possession a watch that holds an important part in horological history and it's tough and accurate, not to mention very attractive. I own several Rolex watches, but the Sub has seen the most wrist time and the most action out of all my watches. It continues to serve me after 10 years and will continue to do so for many more years to come.

I hope this helps you figure out why it's such an important and much appreciated timepiece.

Perdu · 1 February 2008, 05:48 AM

and it has a renowned movement, the cal.3135.

f16570 · 1 February 2008, 05:51 AM

Welcome, the Sub is a classic watch. Wear in good health for many years.

nwhitmire · 1 February 2008, 06:06 AM

Now I feel like I should keep my sub for ever.

Maybe I'll just have to save up and add the Yachtmaster as my 3rd Rolex.

I guess you can never have to many nice watches can you?

DavidHasselhoff · 1 February 2008, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nwhitmire

Now I feel like I should keep my sub for ever.

Maybe I'll just have to save up and add the Yachtmaster as my 3rd Rolex.

I guess you can never have to many nice watches can you?

Good for you. I will never flip my sub, ever.

And no. You can't possibly have too many...

Scooby · 1 February 2008, 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nwhitmire

Now I feel like I should keep my sub for ever.

Maybe I'll just have to save up and add the Yachtmaster as my 3rd Rolex.

I guess you can never have to many nice watches can you?

I must have missed something. What's your 2nd Rolex?

Gurmot · 1 February 2008, 06:11 AM

That's the attitude. Once you get to two, your hooked. But don't worry, it's relatively painless.

mike · 1 February 2008, 06:36 AM

Few watches have enjoyed the popularity and history the Submariner has. A watch that been used by professional and recreational divers, elite Military units, Astronauts, the every day guy, and a certain secret agent.

The Sub. in any of it's forms is truly the iconic sports watch.

Perdu · 1 February 2008, 06:56 AM

A Rolex Sub. is for life, not just for Christmas.

Ed Rooney · 1 February 2008, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Perdu

A Rolex Sub. is for life, not just for Christmas.

My wife says that about puppies.

nwhitmire · 1 February 2008, 07:32 AM

I have an 18K Datejust that was my grandfather's watch. It 45 years old. I'm having it serviced right now so don't have any pics. That was my first Rolex, my Grand Mother gave it to me about 15 years ago after my Grand Father died. I have never been able to wear it because the band is in such bad shape and very stretched out I fear it could break.

I'm having the watch serviced, and a crock band put on it for now, until I can find/afford a new 18K band for it.

I've only had the sub for a week and originally just purchased it as a place holder while I waited on a Yachtmaster, but I have grown to really like this watch in such a short time and now I don't think I will be trading it but just adding the Yacht if I still feel the need to.

I'm really glad I found this forum, wish I found it years ago you guys could have given me info on my DJ.

Thanks

walds11 · 1 February 2008, 07:34 AM

Right on!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Perdu

A Rolex Sub. is for life, not just for Christmas.

SPACE-DWELLER · 1 February 2008, 09:10 AM

Welcome to TRF!

The SS Sub Date is THE iconic Rolex out there. Although the Blancpain "Fifty Fathoms" was introduced before the Sub, the Sub was to set the standard for the classic look of a diver's watch.

The fact that James Bond wore a Sub in many Bond movies also added to the hype.

atldavek · 1 February 2008, 09:50 AM

Not my pic but one of my favs
From http://diving-watch.net/

Road Warrior · 1 February 2008, 10:30 AM

I'll never sell my SS Sub. You can wear it anytime, anyplace, casual or formal. It's a "classic".

frostie · 1 February 2008, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Road Warrior

I'll never sell my SS Sub. You can wear it anytime, anyplace, casual or formal. It's a "classic".

True

It would be sad i rolex would discontinue it

GoldenBear · 1 February 2008, 11:41 AM

If you have to ask what's so great about a Sub, maybe it isn't for you.

1 February 2008, 04:16 AM	#1
nwhitmire "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Nathan Location: Texas Watch: Rolex Sub/Date Posts: 56	Question about the sub Ok, I am sure you are going to want to throw things at me but I just don't understand, and I want to. I recently purchased a 1998 Sub Date it is really nice I just love it. My goal was to get a Plat and SS Yachtmaster, and I still hope to soon. I had planned to trade in on the Yacht, but from reading all the post's about the Sub and how much everyone love's their subs I think I want to keep it. I'm just wondering what all the hype about the sub is. I'm new to this please fill me in. Thanks for the help I hope to learn a lot. Attached Images

1 February 2008, 04:51 AM	#4
JostheBoss "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Jos Location: South Africa Watch: SS GMT IIc Posts: 741	Welcome to TRF! That's right...Sub is the classic sports Rolex! When the public think of a black bezeled tool watch, they think of the Sub first :) __________________ Life isn't what it is...it's what it looks like Last edited by JostheBoss; 1 February 2008 at 05:57 AM.. Reason: Off Topic

1 February 2008, 04:54 AM	#7
tandrup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA Watch: 14060M Posts: 921	What I really like about the Sub is the fact that it is one of the most classic Rolex watches. It's also very sporty looking and I can dress it up and down. I especially like the stainless steel/black combo that looks great with both tux, suits and jeans & t-shirts. It is just so versatile. Love it! __________________ Regards, Lars 14060M, 16570 White, 116200 Tuxedo Dial Georg Jensen 2347

1 February 2008, 05:42 AM	#8
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	The Submariner is a classic piece like everyone has said. You only need to look around at the plethora of dive watches on the market both past and present to see the design DNA that has been transplanted (a polite term here for 'copied' ) time and time again (pun intended ) You have in your possession a watch that holds an important part in horological history and it's tough and accurate, not to mention very attractive. I own several Rolex watches, but the Sub has seen the most wrist time and the most action out of all my watches. It continues to serve me after 10 years and will continue to do so for many more years to come. I hope this helps you figure out why it's such an important and much appreciated timepiece. __________________ Lee This is my watch. There are many like it but this one is mine... Flickr Blog

1 February 2008, 05:48 AM	#9
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	and it has a renowned movement, the cal.3135. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

1 February 2008, 04:26 AM	#2
GMTcrazy Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Makati/FL Posts: 301	The Submariner is one of the best models for holding its value. Usually purchasing new, you can turn around after wearing the heck out of it for 10 years and make money selling it used. Not to mention the durability, and classic good looks GT

1 February 2008, 04:50 AM	#3
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	It's a Rolex icon. Not much more to say beyond that.

1 February 2008, 04:55 AM	#5
crimscrem "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Indiana Watch: SS DJ/SS GMT-IIc Posts: 583	People probably love it for the reasons you love it, combined with the history behind the watch.

1 February 2008, 04:57 AM	#6
Wolfgang427 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Wolfgang Location: New Jersey. Watch: Rolex Tudor Omega Posts: 5,592	Welcome. The Sub is a classic, thats why people love it.

1 February 2008, 05:51 AM	#10
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Welcome, the Sub is a classic watch. Wear in good health for many years. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

1 February 2008, 06:06 AM	#11
nwhitmire "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Nathan Location: Texas Watch: Rolex Sub/Date Posts: 56	Thanks for the info Now I feel like I should keep my sub for ever. Maybe I'll just have to save up and add the Yachtmaster as my 3rd Rolex. I guess you can never have to many nice watches can you?

1 February 2008, 06:11 AM	#14
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	That's the attitude. Once you get to two, your hooked. But don't worry, it's relatively painless.

1 February 2008, 06:36 AM	#15
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Few watches have enjoyed the popularity and history the Submariner has. A watch that been used by professional and recreational divers, elite Military units, Astronauts, the every day guy, and a certain secret agent. The Sub. in any of it's forms is truly the iconic sports watch.

1 February 2008, 06:56 AM	#16
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	A Rolex Sub. is for life, not just for Christmas. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

1 February 2008, 07:32 AM	#18
nwhitmire "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Nathan Location: Texas Watch: Rolex Sub/Date Posts: 56	my other Rolex I have an 18K Datejust that was my grandfather's watch. It 45 years old. I'm having it serviced right now so don't have any pics. That was my first Rolex, my Grand Mother gave it to me about 15 years ago after my Grand Father died. I have never been able to wear it because the band is in such bad shape and very stretched out I fear it could break. I'm having the watch serviced, and a crock band put on it for now, until I can find/afford a new 18K band for it. I've only had the sub for a week and originally just purchased it as a place holder while I waited on a Yachtmaster, but I have grown to really like this watch in such a short time and now I don't think I will be trading it but just adding the Yacht if I still feel the need to. I'm really glad I found this forum, wish I found it years ago you guys could have given me info on my DJ. Thanks

1 February 2008, 09:10 AM	#20
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF! The SS Sub Date is THE iconic Rolex out there. Although the Blancpain "Fifty Fathoms" was introduced before the Sub, the Sub was to set the standard for the classic look of a diver's watch. The fact that James Bond wore a Sub in many Bond movies also added to the hype. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

1 February 2008, 09:50 AM	#21
atldavek Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: Michigan Watch: SS SUB Posts: 307	Not my pic but one of my favs From http://diving-watch.net/

1 February 2008, 10:30 AM	#22
Road Warrior "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Brad Location: NC Watch: Any Rolex Posts: 378	I'll never sell my SS Sub. You can wear it anytime, anyplace, casual or formal. It's a "classic". __________________ Wearing a Rolex is perpetual bliss!

1 February 2008, 11:41 AM	#24
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	If you have to ask what's so great about a Sub, maybe it isn't for you. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

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