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Quackers · 13 July 2015, 01:51 AM

After years of deliberation (I'm still happy with my 15 year old Breitling) it seems I can stand it no longer.

This time next week I will have bought one of 3 Rolexes - I've yet to decide which.

I like the BLNR.
I like the older style Yachtmaster (silver dial) - are they still currently produced?
I also like the new blue dial Yachtmaster.

Decisions, decisions

I will obviously be trying on all 3 and will choose the one that's most comfortable / looks the best on me.
I have a skinny wrist (just over 7 inches) so will just have to see what they wear/feel like.

Any pointers or suggestions for me bearing in mind that it will be my first Rolex purchase?

Thank you all

Naz737 · 13 July 2015, 01:53 AM

Try them on as many times as you need to be certain. Almost congrats!

Quackers · 13 July 2015, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Naz737

Try them on as many times as you need to be certain. Almost congrats!

Lol, thanks, I will.

yld2rob · 13 July 2015, 01:53 AM

Does this help?

Quackers · 13 July 2015, 01:57 AM

Thanks Rob. Looks comfy.

brandrea · 13 July 2015, 01:58 AM

Congrats in advance and looking forward to the incoming

Quackers · 13 July 2015, 02:03 AM

Thanks but not sure about the incoming as such.
The chances are I'll bring it home on my wrist and send the Breitling in for service while I'm there.
I could parcel it all up again and post some (probably amateur) photographs.
I'm no David Bailey (or Jocke) though!

Brian Page · 13 July 2015, 02:11 AM

Good luck! All great choices!

Lpugliese · 13 July 2015, 02:12 AM

Blnr

Avenger1 · 13 July 2015, 02:13 AM

I'm curious why DJ2, Daytona and Sub did not make the final list?

Quackers · 13 July 2015, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avenger1

I'm curious why DJ2, Daytona and Sub did not make the final list?

I'm just not a DJ fan I'm afraid.
The Daytona has no date and I think the Sub is just a tad thicker, is it not?

Ravager135 · 13 July 2015, 02:19 AM

What model Breitling do you own? Unless it's a Superocean, it would seem you already have a pilot's watch. The BLNR gets a lot of well deserved love on this forum but if you have something that already fills that niche, then I'd recommend the Yachtmaster. The Yachtmaster is great time piece that can be both dressy and casual depending on what you wear with it.

Quackers · 13 July 2015, 02:23 AM

I have a Colt Ocean, so a diver's watch but in all honesty I don't think it'll get any wear at all from next week.
That's only fair really as it's only been off my wrist for a few weeks in 2007 when it went to Breitling for service.
It's certainly due a rest!

Ravager135 · 13 July 2015, 02:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quackers

I have a Colt Ocean, so a diver's watch but in all honesty I don't think it'll get any wear at all from next week.
That's only fair really as it's only been off my wrist for a few weeks in 2007 when it went to Breitling for service.
It's certainly due a rest!

Then maybe the BLNR is the best choice for you. I posted in another thread that I am of the humble opinion that the BLNR is the best all round watch Rolex makes at the moment. It can handle land, air, or water. I fear your Colt will go the way of my Navitimer once you expand your Rolex collection.

Quackers · 13 July 2015, 03:01 AM

Thanks Evan, I'm sort of leaning that way myself, but it will probably be the one that feels best on me.
As for expanding hmm not sure about that - but I suppose everyone says that :-)

liuk3 · 13 July 2015, 03:42 AM

They are all great choices. Have fun deciding which one you want!

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Bfd70 · 13 July 2015, 03:54 AM

The Ym with blue dial and red second hand gets me every time. I'd go with that.

Mak2013 · 13 July 2015, 04:20 AM

Id go with blue YM.

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Urosfan · 13 July 2015, 05:12 AM

Try them all be patient and see what sings to you the most but I love the blue dial yachtmaster

Muzz · 13 July 2015, 08:24 AM

Tough call. The BLNR would probably work well as it is a very different look in comparison to your colt (bezel primarily) where the YM has the monochrome appearance.

Obviously if the ceramic bezel is not your thing than the decision would be a whole lot easier.

Jack T · 13 July 2015, 08:33 AM

I can only recommend based on my personal preference, and as long as I can remember, when I first noticed the Rolex name, it was the GMT that caught my eye, defined the brand for me (although I've yet to acquire one!)
To me the GMT is more versatile from a functional point of view and it's more suitable for a wider range of casual, business and sporting activities. And, of course, the Blue/Black bezel is striking.
Good luck with your decision.

GradyPhilpott · 13 July 2015, 08:35 AM

I personally think that the GMT is a very good choice for a first Rolex. That's not the route I took, but in hindsight, I think it makes sense. I wouldn't, however, go back and do things differently. I just advise differently.

alghaith.dxb · 13 July 2015, 09:13 AM

I'm sure that both of them will be nice on your wrist. The 116622 looks more classy and the BLNR are excellent in every thing. Buy what you like bro!!

AK797 · 13 July 2015, 10:22 AM

Blue YM, everyone here has the BLNR.

Naz737 · 13 July 2015, 10:27 AM

Make the AD work for the sale!

HogwldFLTR · 13 July 2015, 10:35 AM

They're all great watches and you can't go wrong. Perhaps the BLNR as it is currently very popular. See what sort of deals can be had if any. That might help make your decision for you.

Quackers · 13 July 2015, 12:52 PM

Thanks for all your suggestions and advice guys.
I'm quite looking forward to the AD experience and to making the final decision.

There are worse decisions in life than choosing a Rolex.

DCheeta · 13 July 2015, 01:21 PM

The Colt Ocean is a great watch, that was my first mechanical watch too.

I think trying them on will make the decision easy for you. The case of the Yachtmaster is different than the GMT case. It's a little more sleek, with smooth edges. They're both awesome, but feel different on the wrist.

Let us know what you decide, and post pics!

zama · 16 July 2015, 09:30 PM

GMT for a first

beshannon · 16 July 2015, 09:38 PM

13 July 2015, 01:51 AM	#1
Quackers "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Manchester, UK Watch: BLNR Posts: 228	Well it seems I'm about to take the step. After years of deliberation (I'm still happy with my 15 year old Breitling) it seems I can stand it no longer. This time next week I will have bought one of 3 Rolexes - I've yet to decide which. I like the BLNR. I like the older style Yachtmaster (silver dial) - are they still currently produced? I also like the new blue dial Yachtmaster. Decisions, decisions I will obviously be trying on all 3 and will choose the one that's most comfortable / looks the best on me. I have a skinny wrist (just over 7 inches) so will just have to see what they wear/feel like. Any pointers or suggestions for me bearing in mind that it will be my first Rolex purchase? Thank you all

13 July 2015, 01:53 AM	#2
Naz737 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Matt Location: FL, USA Watch: Sub 16610T Posts: 715	Try them on as many times as you need to be certain. Almost congrats! __________________ 16610

13 July 2015, 01:53 AM	#4
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,658	Does this help? Attached Images __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

13 July 2015, 03:42 AM	#16
liuk3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,354	They are all great choices. Have fun deciding which one you want! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ "Appreciate your life!"

13 July 2015, 08:33 AM	#21
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	I can only recommend based on my personal preference, and as long as I can remember, when I first noticed the Rolex name, it was the GMT that caught my eye, defined the brand for me (although I've yet to acquire one!) To me the GMT is more versatile from a functional point of view and it's more suitable for a wider range of casual, business and sporting activities. And, of course, the Blue/Black bezel is striking. Good luck with your decision. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

13 July 2015, 01:57 AM	#5
Quackers "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Manchester, UK Watch: BLNR Posts: 228	Thanks Rob. Looks comfy.

13 July 2015, 01:58 AM	#6
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,126	Congrats in advance and looking forward to the incoming

13 July 2015, 02:03 AM	#7
Quackers "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Manchester, UK Watch: BLNR Posts: 228	Thanks but not sure about the incoming as such. The chances are I'll bring it home on my wrist and send the Breitling in for service while I'm there. I could parcel it all up again and post some (probably amateur) photographs. I'm no David Bailey (or Jocke) though!

13 July 2015, 02:11 AM	#8
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,625	Good luck! All great choices!

13 July 2015, 02:12 AM	#9
Lpugliese "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Lance Location: Nashville, TN Watch: rolex Posts: 1,076	Blnr

13 July 2015, 02:13 AM	#10
Avenger1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: David Location: San Francisco Watch: GMT II Posts: 33	I'm curious why DJ2, Daytona and Sub did not make the final list?

13 July 2015, 02:19 AM	#12
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,224	What model Breitling do you own? Unless it's a Superocean, it would seem you already have a pilot's watch. The BLNR gets a lot of well deserved love on this forum but if you have something that already fills that niche, then I'd recommend the Yachtmaster. The Yachtmaster is great time piece that can be both dressy and casual depending on what you wear with it.

13 July 2015, 02:23 AM	#13
Quackers "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Manchester, UK Watch: BLNR Posts: 228	I have a Colt Ocean, so a diver's watch but in all honesty I don't think it'll get any wear at all from next week. That's only fair really as it's only been off my wrist for a few weeks in 2007 when it went to Breitling for service. It's certainly due a rest!

13 July 2015, 03:01 AM	#15
Quackers "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Manchester, UK Watch: BLNR Posts: 228	Thanks Evan, I'm sort of leaning that way myself, but it will probably be the one that feels best on me. As for expanding hmm not sure about that - but I suppose everyone says that :-)

13 July 2015, 03:54 AM	#17
Bfd70 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 893	The Ym with blue dial and red second hand gets me every time. I'd go with that.

13 July 2015, 04:20 AM	#18
Mak2013 Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Charlotte, NC Watch: Rolex 14060M Posts: 681	Id go with blue YM. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 July 2015, 05:12 AM	#19
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Try them all be patient and see what sings to you the most but I love the blue dial yachtmaster

13 July 2015, 08:24 AM	#20
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	Tough call. The BLNR would probably work well as it is a very different look in comparison to your colt (bezel primarily) where the YM has the monochrome appearance. Obviously if the ceramic bezel is not your thing than the decision would be a whole lot easier.

13 July 2015, 08:35 AM	#22
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	I personally think that the GMT is a very good choice for a first Rolex. That's not the route I took, but in hindsight, I think it makes sense. I wouldn't, however, go back and do things differently. I just advise differently. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

13 July 2015, 09:13 AM	#23
alghaith.dxb "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Somewhere Watch: ROLEX Posts: 27	I'm sure that both of them will be nice on your wrist. The 116622 looks more classy and the BLNR are excellent in every thing. Buy what you like bro!!

13 July 2015, 10:22 AM	#24
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Blue YM, everyone here has the BLNR.

13 July 2015, 10:27 AM	#25
Naz737 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Matt Location: FL, USA Watch: Sub 16610T Posts: 715	Make the AD work for the sale! __________________ 16610

13 July 2015, 10:35 AM	#26
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,697	They're all great watches and you can't go wrong. Perhaps the BLNR as it is currently very popular. See what sort of deals can be had if any. That might help make your decision for you. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

13 July 2015, 12:52 PM	#27
Quackers "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Manchester, UK Watch: BLNR Posts: 228	Thanks for all your suggestions and advice guys. I'm quite looking forward to the AD experience and to making the final decision. There are worse decisions in life than choosing a Rolex.

13 July 2015, 01:21 PM	#28
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	The Colt Ocean is a great watch, that was my first mechanical watch too. I think trying them on will make the decision easy for you. The case of the Yachtmaster is different than the GMT case. It's a little more sleek, with smooth edges. They're both awesome, but feel different on the wrist. Let us know what you decide, and post pics!

16 July 2015, 09:30 PM	#29
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,808	GMT for a first __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

16 July 2015, 09:38 PM	#30
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