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ast2312 · 14 April 2015, 07:12 AM

Hi All,

I am finding it difficult to choose my next a Rolex. My perfect watch is a Sub C and I have the date version already. I prefer the brushed bracelet and the overall tool look of the watch.

The options I have been looking at are as follows
1. Explorer 1 (39 Mm)
2. Sub C non-date
3. Sea Dweller 4000
4. GMT BLNR

I have thin wrists (6.5") so I am unsure if the Sea Dweller will look OK. I do like the GMT but not sure how I can get on everyday with the PCLs and the brightness of the watch.

The Sub C is a good bet but I do have a date version. The Explorer 1 looks a nice classic watch with brushed bracelet and Matt dial but I would like to get some views.

If anyone can share their experiences and advice it will be greatly appreciated,

Many thanks

jthop · 14 April 2015, 07:13 AM

Go try on the BLNR. It's an amazing watch. If you like the SubC you will like the BLNR. Personally I didn't think I would like PCLs but I love them now. Yes they scratch, but you only notice it up close.

tkerrmd · 14 April 2015, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by jthop

Go try on the BLNR. It's an amazing watch. If you like the SubC you will like the BLNR. Personally I didn't think I would like PCLs but I love them now. Yes they scratch, but you only notice it up close.

Agree!

watchwatcher · 14 April 2015, 07:19 AM

I think the EXP would give you the most variety from the subc...if that's what you're after.

jay1988 · 14 April 2015, 07:19 AM

Explorer for some variety. If you already have a Subc, all your other options look way too similar to it. Have you thought about a Daytona?

captainnice · 14 April 2015, 07:22 AM

Gmt blnr

theprocess · 14 April 2015, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by captainnice

Gmt blnr

Ditto

Or Explorer II Polar. Wears similar in size to SubC.

Steve36Efc · 14 April 2015, 07:38 AM

If it were me I would forget about the 114060 and SD 4000 and then of the other two I would go with the BLNR. It's a stunning watch.

brettpaul · 14 April 2015, 08:07 AM

On my BLNR

AK797 · 14 April 2015, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brettpaul

On my BLNR

My choice

brandrea · 14 April 2015, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brettpaul

On my BLNR

Same here

brettpaul · 14 April 2015, 08:05 AM

Get the BLNR and source a 97200 bracelet from a Sub C....worked for me!! IMHO this should be a factory option!

c41006 · 14 April 2015, 08:58 AM

I'd go BLNR. The PCLs really grow on you. If a sharp contrast is what you seek, go with the Explorer.

SemperFi · 14 April 2015, 09:01 AM

Explorer for a different look.

Urosfan · 14 April 2015, 09:03 AM

Exp or blnr

THC · 14 April 2015, 10:18 AM

Keep saving.. Get a day date and show em all

Afghanvet · 14 April 2015, 10:52 AM

I'm a Sub guy... recommend the same to all who ask - why? All around sports watch that meets needs for all occasions! Good luck!

luvsub · 14 April 2015, 10:53 AM

Gmt

regnant · 14 April 2015, 07:24 PM

BLNR is the most versatile one

ast2312 · 14 April 2015, 10:06 PM

Thanks everyone for all the replies!

Just wanted to check if anyone has had experience of the SD4000 with thin wrists? Also, is this a comfortable watch for daily wear?

My perfect watch is the sub C date but this SD4000 hits a lot of notes!

Thanks in anticipation!

Scott1907 · 14 April 2015, 11:02 PM

I also started with the subc and recently added the sd4000, its a great watch! Diffrent enough from the subc to justify both. I also have small 6.75 in wrists and the sd4000 wears smaller on the wrist. I'd go with the sd4000.

Racerdj · 14 April 2015, 11:40 PM

My advice is number 4, GMT BLNR.

JJL · 14 April 2015, 11:53 PM

If you already have a Sub C, I'd eliminate the no date and SD. BLNR would be a nice option but that's going to have polished center links, seems like from your post you like the brushed braclet.

Another nice option to contrast the Sub C in function and color might be a Polar Exp 2.

Good luck

Danny83 · 14 April 2015, 11:57 PM

Blnr

14 April 2015, 07:12 AM	#1
ast2312 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Kent Posts: 20	Advice for next Rolex Hi All, I am finding it difficult to choose my next a Rolex. My perfect watch is a Sub C and I have the date version already. I prefer the brushed bracelet and the overall tool look of the watch. The options I have been looking at are as follows 1. Explorer 1 (39 Mm) 2. Sub C non-date 3. Sea Dweller 4000 4. GMT BLNR I have thin wrists (6.5") so I am unsure if the Sea Dweller will look OK. I do like the GMT but not sure how I can get on everyday with the PCLs and the brightness of the watch. The Sub C is a good bet but I do have a date version. The Explorer 1 looks a nice classic watch with brushed bracelet and Matt dial but I would like to get some views. If anyone can share their experiences and advice it will be greatly appreciated, Many thanks

14 April 2015, 07:13 AM	#2
jthop "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Jamie Location: Dallas, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 224	Go try on the BLNR. It's an amazing watch. If you like the SubC you will like the BLNR. Personally I didn't think I would like PCLs but I love them now. Yes they scratch, but you only notice it up close. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LN Rolex GMT 116710BLNR Rolex Daytona 116520 (White Dial)

14 April 2015, 08:07 AM	#9
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	97200 bracelet... On my BLNR Attached Images __________________ Photostream on Instagram brett_in_bahrain

14 April 2015, 08:05 AM	#12
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	Get the BLNR and source a 97200 bracelet from a Sub C....worked for me!! IMHO this should be a factory option! __________________ Photostream on Instagram brett_in_bahrain

14 April 2015, 10:52 AM	#17
Afghanvet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Virginia Watch: Subs, SD4K Posts: 2,272	I'm a Sub guy... recommend the same to all who ask - why? All around sports watch that meets needs for all occasions! Good luck! __________________ Subaholics Anonymous

14 April 2015, 07:19 AM	#4
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	I think the EXP would give you the most variety from the subc...if that's what you're after.

14 April 2015, 07:19 AM	#5
jay1988 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Midlands Posts: 1,515	Explorer for some variety. If you already have a Subc, all your other options look way too similar to it. Have you thought about a Daytona?

14 April 2015, 07:22 AM	#6
captainnice Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Dennis Location: Aliso Viejo, Ca Watch: Timex Posts: 668	Gmt blnr

14 April 2015, 07:38 AM	#8
Steve36Efc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Wales Watch: 126603 Posts: 2,606	If it were me I would forget about the 114060 and SD 4000 and then of the other two I would go with the BLNR. It's a stunning watch.

14 April 2015, 08:58 AM	#13
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	I'd go BLNR. The PCLs really grow on you. If a sharp contrast is what you seek, go with the Explorer.

14 April 2015, 09:01 AM	#14
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Explorer for a different look.

14 April 2015, 09:03 AM	#15
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Exp or blnr

14 April 2015, 10:18 AM	#16
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,666	Keep saving.. Get a day date and show em all

14 April 2015, 10:53 AM	#18
luvsub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,222	Gmt

14 April 2015, 07:24 PM	#19
regnant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Close to Rolex AD Posts: 3,474	BLNR is the most versatile one __________________

14 April 2015, 10:06 PM	#20
ast2312 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Kent Posts: 20	Thanks everyone for all the replies! Just wanted to check if anyone has had experience of the SD4000 with thin wrists? Also, is this a comfortable watch for daily wear? My perfect watch is the sub C date but this SD4000 hits a lot of notes! Thanks in anticipation!

14 April 2015, 11:02 PM	#21
Scott1907 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Minnesota Posts: 49	I also started with the subc and recently added the sd4000, its a great watch! Diffrent enough from the subc to justify both. I also have small 6.75 in wrists and the sd4000 wears smaller on the wrist. I'd go with the sd4000. Attached Images

14 April 2015, 11:40 PM	#22
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	My advice is number 4, GMT BLNR. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

14 April 2015, 11:53 PM	#23
JJL "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: US Watch: 1680 Red & 16622 Posts: 2,449	If you already have a Sub C, I'd eliminate the no date and SD. BLNR would be a nice option but that's going to have polished center links, seems like from your post you like the brushed braclet. Another nice option to contrast the Sub C in function and color might be a Polar Exp 2. Good luck

14 April 2015, 11:57 PM	#24
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,312	Blnr

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