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bucky56477 · 5 February 2015, 05:09 AM

So I'm going to be getting a new "workhorse" watch and I can't decide between the BLNR or the Hulk. I currently have an older steel DJ white dial, and a TT YMII. What do you guys think??? I wish I could afford them both.

TBZD5 · 5 February 2015, 05:12 AM

100% BLNR. (That is why I would get tho)

sunnyd · 5 February 2015, 05:13 AM

That's tough...really depends on how much you like green. I love my hulk, but could see myself being really happy with either.

ajw44 · 5 February 2015, 05:13 AM

Obviously biased, but the BLNR could be much more versatile, whereas the Hulk could take on a "when I'm in the mood" type role. Also the BLNR has a black dial which I would perceive to be more "workhorse"-like

From reading about other users asking this question, it's apparent that the answer is "get whichever you prefer, for you will likely buy the other eventually anyway".

I never get tired of watching the blue change hue on mine:

grrr · 5 February 2015, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ajw44

I never get tired of watching the blue change hue on mine:

I know what you mean. How about this hue?

Eric Chan · 5 February 2015, 05:17 AM

It depends on what this "workhorse" watch will be used for and what type of lifestyle you carry. If you are one that is in a more business like environment and wear suits, then the BLNR would be a better choice. If you are in more of a casual setting, then get the LV.

Both are fantastic references. I own both and can honestly say that these two are probably the best SS combination that is currently available from Rolex. Can't go wrong with either one as they would add some colour to your collection of white dial watches.

SL BRABUS · 5 February 2015, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Eric Chan

It depends on what this "workhorse" watch will be used for and what type of lifestyle you carry. If you are one that is in a more business like environment and wear suits, then the BLNR would be a better choice. If you are in more of a casual setting, then get the LV.

Both are fantastic references. I own both and can honestly say that these two are probably the best SS combination that is currently available from Rolex. Can't go wrong with either one as they would add some colour to your collection of white dial watches.

This.....^^^.....

I like the Hulk because of the color.....

bucky56477 · 5 February 2015, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Eric Chan

It depends on what this "workhorse" watch will be used for and what type of lifestyle you carry. If you are one that is in a more business like environment and wear suits, then the BLNR would be a better choice. If you are in more of a casual setting, then get the LV.

Both are fantastic references. I own both and can honestly say that these two are probably the best SS combination that is currently available from Rolex. Can't go wrong with either one as they would add some colour to your collection of white dial watches.

I think that Eric makes a great point, I do wear a suit every day. Thanks for the input.

RazorD · 5 February 2015, 05:19 AM

Of course personal preference, but I think the BLNR is more versatile of a choice. (Both are great though)

c.capt · 5 February 2015, 05:21 AM

Depends on what you mean by "workhorse". I generally don't associate PCLs with "workhorse". Either way, my vote goes to the LVc - obviouisly lol since I bought it over the BLNR.

wildcatrx · 5 February 2015, 05:21 AM

Depends on your current collection. I think the blnr is more versatile in most situations. I have a small rotation so the gmt works well for me. If I had all my bases covered, the hulk would be a great addition to the collection

btinl · 5 February 2015, 05:24 AM

Hulk for a "work horse" watch. IMO, the PCLs of the BLNR are the downside to it being a daily "beater".

locutus49 · 5 February 2015, 05:35 AM

My Hulk is a real workhorse: it survived all sorts of bangs and knocks. My Daytona, with PCL, is a bit more sensitive to the environment.

Cru Jones · 5 February 2015, 05:39 AM

No reason not to go for the one you prefer.

Personally, I prefer solid green with chameleon dial plus brushed bracelet & glide lock clasp over bi-color & busy bezel, black dial and PCLs. YMMV.

jbsmith · 5 February 2015, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

No reason not to go for the one you prefer.

Personally, I prefer solid green with chameleon dial plus brushed bracelet & glide lock clasp over bi-color & busy bezel, black dial and PCLs. YMMV.

X2. I vote Hulk.

Later, I wanted to add some blue to my collection and planned on possibly getting the BLNR, but then the D Blue came out and quickly changed that plan.

DESH · 5 February 2015, 05:59 AM

hulk

The Submariner · 5 February 2015, 06:02 AM

ALWAYS the Sub first then the GMT.

Follow this advice and your life with be filled with merriment and joy.....

KBM · 5 February 2015, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Submariner

ALWAYS the Sub first then the GMT.

Follow this advice and your life with be filled with merriment and joy.....

bp1000 · 5 February 2015, 06:06 AM

I vote hulk as i have one.

I choose it over the BLNR last year, i simply like the balance of the sub more and the unique and beautiful dial and bezel. By no means do i dislike the BLNR, i love it and i want one too. I will likely get one this year.

AS1 · 5 February 2015, 06:11 AM

I would say BLNR. But have to see how they look on your wrist. I think the Hulk looks great on lots of people but when I tried it on in the AD it just wasn't for me.

Bruins7 · 5 February 2015, 06:30 AM

Hulk

Psmith · 5 February 2015, 06:31 AM

Either would be great, but I have a particular fondness for GMT watches

One Ping Only · 5 February 2015, 06:33 AM

You cannot make a bad choice here.

911SC · 5 February 2015, 06:33 AM

Both are amazing- i love my BLNR personally. The blue on this watch is simply gorgeous.
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sctp39 · 5 February 2015, 06:35 AM

Agreed, no wrong choice here. My vote is the Hulk. There may be some more room in BLNR price adjustment.

tkerrmd · 5 February 2015, 06:59 AM

both awesome, I think the BLNR is the better all round but love the clasp on the sub, I have the Hulk and a ceramic GMT so I couldn't decide!

Divingdeep87 · 5 February 2015, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

both awesome, I think the BLNR is the better all round but love the clasp on the sub, I have the Hulk and a ceramic GMT so I couldn't decide!

What is the difference on the clasp?

c.capt · 5 February 2015, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Nejmann

What is the difference on the clasp?

Sub has the Glidelock, GMT does not.

watchwatcher · 5 February 2015, 07:03 AM

BLNR...no LVc...no, BLNR...heck I don't know. They're both great.

Flip a coin.

rolexnub · 5 February 2015, 07:12 AM

My vote is for the BLNR. However, you can't go wrong with the Hulk either.
So go for the BLNR first and get the Hulk sometime later

5 February 2015, 05:09 AM	#1
bucky56477 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NC Posts: 60	BLNR or Hulk??? So I'm going to be getting a new "workhorse" watch and I can't decide between the BLNR or the Hulk. I currently have an older steel DJ white dial, and a TT YMII. What do you guys think??? I wish I could afford them both.

5 February 2015, 05:13 AM	#3
sunnyd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: CA Watch: me watch you Posts: 461	That's tough...really depends on how much you like green. I love my hulk, but could see myself being really happy with either. __________________ 116610LVc 1803 Wideboy 1680 Red MKIV

5 February 2015, 05:17 AM	#6
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	It depends on what this "workhorse" watch will be used for and what type of lifestyle you carry. If you are one that is in a more business like environment and wear suits, then the BLNR would be a better choice. If you are in more of a casual setting, then get the LV. Both are fantastic references. I own both and can honestly say that these two are probably the best SS combination that is currently available from Rolex. Can't go wrong with either one as they would add some colour to your collection of white dial watches. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016

5 February 2015, 05:21 AM	#10
c.capt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Chicago, IL Watch: Hulk Sub Posts: 683	Depends on what you mean by "workhorse". I generally don't associate PCLs with "workhorse". Either way, my vote goes to the LVc - obviouisly lol since I bought it over the BLNR. __________________ BALL EHC Airborne · EHC Black \| EBEL 1911 BTR Chrono \| GLASHÜTTE ORIGINAL Senator Navigator Panodate IWC Aquatimer 2000 \| OMEGA SMPc · SM PO 8500 · Speedmaster Apollo XI 35th · Speedmaster GSOTM ROLEX Datejust · Datejust II · Explorer II · Sea Dweller Ceramic 4000 · Submariner LVc \| TUDOR Black Shield

5 February 2015, 06:31 AM	#22
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Either would be great, but I have a particular fondness for GMT watches __________________

5 February 2015, 05:12 AM	#2
TBZD5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: ! Posts: 11	100% BLNR. (That is why I would get tho)

5 February 2015, 05:13 AM	#4
ajw44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: CT Watch: Zeitwerk Date Posts: 65	Obviously biased, but the BLNR could be much more versatile, whereas the Hulk could take on a "when I'm in the mood" type role. Also the BLNR has a black dial which I would perceive to be more "workhorse"-like From reading about other users asking this question, it's apparent that the answer is "get whichever you prefer, for you will likely buy the other eventually anyway". I never get tired of watching the blue change hue on mine:

5 February 2015, 05:19 AM	#9
RazorD "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: David Location: New England Posts: 1,888	Of course personal preference, but I think the BLNR is more versatile of a choice. (Both are great though)

5 February 2015, 05:21 AM	#11
wildcatrx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dallas,TX Posts: 70	Depends on your current collection. I think the blnr is more versatile in most situations. I have a small rotation so the gmt works well for me. If I had all my bases covered, the hulk would be a great addition to the collection

5 February 2015, 05:24 AM	#12
btinl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: . Watch: on my wrist Posts: 1,973	Hulk for a "work horse" watch. IMO, the PCLs of the BLNR are the downside to it being a daily "beater".

5 February 2015, 05:35 AM	#13
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	My Hulk is a real workhorse: it survived all sorts of bangs and knocks. My Daytona, with PCL, is a bit more sensitive to the environment.

5 February 2015, 05:39 AM	#14
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	No reason not to go for the one you prefer. Personally, I prefer solid green with chameleon dial plus brushed bracelet & glide lock clasp over bi-color & busy bezel, black dial and PCLs. YMMV.

5 February 2015, 05:59 AM	#16
DESH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Desh Location: in a car driving Watch: ing the numbers.. Posts: 1,223	hulk

5 February 2015, 06:02 AM	#17
The Submariner Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Land of Adventure Watch: Guess? Posts: 461	ALWAYS the Sub first then the GMT. Follow this advice and your life with be filled with merriment and joy.....

5 February 2015, 06:06 AM	#19
bp1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 4,975	I vote hulk as i have one. I choose it over the BLNR last year, i simply like the balance of the sub more and the unique and beautiful dial and bezel. By no means do i dislike the BLNR, i love it and i want one too. I will likely get one this year.

5 February 2015, 06:11 AM	#20
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	I would say BLNR. But have to see how they look on your wrist. I think the Hulk looks great on lots of people but when I tried it on in the AD it just wasn't for me.

5 February 2015, 06:30 AM	#21
Bruins7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: LA Watch: Rolex(4),15400 Posts: 1,105	Hulk

5 February 2015, 06:33 AM	#23
One Ping Only "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Ken Location: WI Watch: several Posts: 1,639	You cannot make a bad choice here. __________________ I have far too many expensive hobbies to even consider another one.

5 February 2015, 06:33 AM	#24
911SC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Chicago/Michigan Watch: 16623 YM40 Posts: 1,305	Both are amazing- i love my BLNR personally. The blue on this watch is simply gorgeous. __________________ “Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting.” Steve McQueen

5 February 2015, 06:35 AM	#25
sctp39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Home Posts: 562	Agreed, no wrong choice here. My vote is the Hulk. There may be some more room in BLNR price adjustment.

5 February 2015, 06:59 AM	#26
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	both awesome, I think the BLNR is the better all round but love the clasp on the sub, I have the Hulk and a ceramic GMT so I couldn't decide!

5 February 2015, 07:03 AM	#29
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	BLNR...no LVc...no, BLNR...heck I don't know. They're both great. Flip a coin.

5 February 2015, 07:12 AM	#30
rolexnub "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Me & Papa Location: Echo Watch: ing TRF Posts: 3,428	My vote is for the BLNR. However, you can't go wrong with the Hulk either. So go for the BLNR first and get the Hulk sometime later

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