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12 May 2014, 10:50 PM
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Sub/GMT/YM/Daytona Question
I'm very close to buying my first watch. I've been talking to DavidSW for a few days now and I need your opinions.
I'm looking for a sport model Rolex (sub, gmt, YM, daytona). I'm leaning towards the sub but I feel that there is a lack of "shine". I understand it is a subdued tool watch and being understated is a positive but I'm looking for something with a little more shine. What would you all suggest? I really like the way the fluted bezels and the polished center links shine on the DJII but I want to stay away from the DJII and get one of the more classic sport models. What would you all buy in this case? Also, I'm buying BNIB and my budget is $10k. |
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12 May 2014, 10:54 PM
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IIc best matches your criteria.
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12 May 2014, 11:07 PM
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Add some more and get Daytona.
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12 May 2014, 11:10 PM
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given your budget (daytona out unless you add 15/20%), and your need for "shine" (sub out), i would say BLNR (a bit more visual presence than the black GMTIIc). depending on how BNIB you need it, you might even be able to swing a 116713 (or stretch a bit for that "extra shine" of YG).
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12 May 2014, 11:12 PM
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12 May 2014, 11:33 PM
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PCLs are shiny. Sounds like it's down to the GMT or YM?
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12 May 2014, 11:45 PM
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Why not get a sub and polish the center links?
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12 May 2014, 11:50 PM
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Daytona is out BNIB if that's your budget (under $10k). I would go with GMTIIc...simply great watch.
Good news is, which ever on you choose, DavidSW will be able to help! |
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12 May 2014, 11:51 PM
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BLNR/TT GMTIIc
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13 May 2014, 10:40 AM
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13 May 2014, 12:02 AM
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If I was willing to do an excellent condition used, and still have my $10,000 budget, would that change anyone's mind?
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13 May 2014, 01:06 AM
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A two tone Submariner with a blue, or black dial. I prefer the blue myself. You can add another Rolex down the road with a black dial. Here is a TT black dial from David, which is brand new: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=351571 |
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13 May 2014, 06:55 AM
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That would be my choice, only with the black dial... |
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13 May 2014, 12:58 AM
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I think the DJII would give you exactly what you want, under budget. But, if you must have a sports watch, then I would go BLNR.
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13 May 2014, 01:07 AM
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Milgauss!
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13 May 2014, 01:07 AM
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I would save a little bit more and get daytona then
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13 May 2014, 01:48 AM
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GMT2c is prob your best bet.
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13 May 2014, 04:28 AM
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13 May 2014, 03:14 AM
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For 10K, a TT for sure.
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13 May 2014, 07:08 AM
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Spend 9K and buy a BNIB GMT Black&Blue from a trusted seller here. The polished center links and black and blue bezel really make this a sharp looking timepiece!!
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13 May 2014, 09:28 AM
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116710 IMO either ln or blnr will work. Second choice would be the 116622
By the way David rocks
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13 May 2014, 09:32 AM
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TT Sub, BLNR or save a little more and get a Daytona. Good Luck and Happy Hunting!
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13 May 2014, 09:56 AM
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13 May 2014, 10:25 AM
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13 May 2014, 10:28 AM
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TT GMT 116713 or Yachtmaster
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13 May 2014, 10:19 AM
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I vote ym!
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13 May 2014, 10:29 AM
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I'd recommend the GMT, whichever bezel you prefer. Not only the PCLs shine but the ceramic bezel reflects light beautifully but in an understated way.
The Daytona might be a little out of your budget but consider it also lacks a date function - if that is useful to you. If this will be your only watch I'd go with a date model. Don't know if this appeals to you but you might be able to get the GMT in TT from one of the sellers here for around $10K. Now we're talkin' shine!
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13 May 2014, 10:28 AM
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BLNR GMTIIc
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13 May 2014, 10:33 AM
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One of these two:
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13 May 2014, 10:34 AM
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