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rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 03:40 AM

ok so I've owned a bunch of different Rolex' over the years & looking to add another but I've looked and lusted after so many I have no idea what to buy myself!!!! lol

I currently own a faded 16800 that I wear every day & love I mean I love my current Sub!! Also a two tone black 6605 that I wear a handful of times a year.

I thought I wanted a Daytona but I just cant seem to love them. Since AD's never have SS ones in stock I almost never get to try them on 116500 or 116520.

The 116622 blue yahtmaster looks great in pics but I'm not sure I would wear it regularly. Also prices for the blue are a little more than I'd like to spend.

The GMT's are my next choice. Love the older matte dialed ones but feel like since I have 2 older ones that I want something newer. would run to my nearest AD and pay in full if they would give us a Coke GMT!!! The batman doesn't do much for me & the black is ok but doesn't sing to me. not sure why?

I've tried the DSD but felt like I would bang it on everything as high as it sits. the SD4000 is great but I feel like its to close to a Sub in looks & I'm wanting something that looks different

Are there any models I've missed or recommendations you guys might have?
PM pieces are out as I couldn't wear them hardly ever & most 2 tones don't fit my lifestyle either.

And yes I know I'm crazy but aren't we all!!! lol

RKTudor · 8 December 2016, 03:42 AM

Maybe the new explorer I or AK??? Both great daily wearers.

CWIN · 8 December 2016, 03:44 AM

You've pretty much ruled out a majority of the lineup, haha. I'd suggest the classic and understated Explorer or maybe if you're looking for something really different you can always go Milgauss. Other than those you'd be looking at a DJ or OP

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by CWIN

You've pretty much ruled out a majority of the lineup, haha. I'd suggest the classic and understated Explorer or maybe if you're looking for something really different you can always go Milgauss. Other than those you'd be looking at a DJ or OP

yeah I know!! I thought about adding a non Rolex chrono like the JLC deep sea but no AD's around have one for me to play with and the one told me I would have to pay for them to order!! Yeah no thanks!! lol

CWIN · 8 December 2016, 04:41 AM

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Originally Posted by rc51matt

yeah I know!! I thought about adding a non Rolex chrono like the JLC deep sea but no AD's around have one for me to play with and the one told me I would have to pay for them to order!! Yeah no thanks!! lol

Haha that's unfortunate. I can speak from personal experience that the JLC Deep Sea is a great watch and would be a good choice because you already have a Rolex. Just make sure if you go that route to buy at a great price. JLC gets hit hard in the resale value department.

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by CWIN

Haha that's unfortunate. I can speak from personal experience that the JLC Deep Sea is a great watch and would be a good choice because you already have a Rolex. Just make sure if you go that route to buy at a great price. JLC gets hit hard in the resale value department.

Yeah I found one a while back that I should have bought but hesitated. When I realized what a good deal it was of coarse it was gone!!! I wanted to make sure I was getting it right so I wouldn't take a huge hit like I have in the past on other brands that "I had to have at the moment"!!

KrismanX · 8 December 2016, 03:47 AM

Polar EXP II.

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by KrismanX

Polar EXP II.

Had to have it back in 2012 then after my father kept complimenting me on it I gave it to him that year for xmas!! Still like it but likening the 40mm more these days b

rollee1 · 8 December 2016, 03:49 AM

How about a 116234 DJ in silver sunburst. A surprisingly versatile watch.

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 04:00 AM

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How about a 116234 DJ in silver sunburst. A surprisingly versatile watch.

I've been looking at 36mm DJ's lately. Ever time I try one on it feels small but also because I'm usually wearing my sub when I do. I don't feel like my old 6605 wears small but I think that's because of the history behind mine I'm the 3 generation to own it. Love the super jubilee but like the older brushed oysters on the DJ.

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 03:49 AM

I want to like the exp1 & love the way it looks In pictures but the few times I've tried it at the local AD I thought I've thought I don't know if I like it. The new AK is very cool looking but don't know if it's for me?

locutus49 · 8 December 2016, 03:49 AM

Hulk?

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 03:55 AM

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Hulk?

To green. Had a 16610lv but traded it off

Etschell · 8 December 2016, 04:07 AM

its apparent, you need a PM rolex.

LuminousMaximus · 8 December 2016, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

its apparent, you need a PM rolex.

2nd that! How about a 116655? Rose gold YachtMaster.

Or a Sub?

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

its apparent, you need a PM rolex.

I have come close to buying a Blue 16618 but I couldn't wear it almost ever & im not gonna spend that much on something I won't enjoy!! But they are pretty to look at!!! Lol

kilyung · 8 December 2016, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by rc51matt

I have come close to buying a Blue 16618 but I couldn't wear it almost ever & im not gonna spend that much on something I won't enjoy!! But they are pretty to look at!!! Lol

I thought very much the same. Now I can't imagine NOT wearing PM.

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

I thought very much the same. Now I can't imagine NOT wearing PM.

Unfortunately at 37yrs old I'm not sure I could pull it off. Also my job would prohibit me from wearing one to work ever. I am in sales & deal mostly with blue collar guys who just couldn't fathom that I could own a gold Rolex & would think that I'm screwing them over from then out to pay for my out of control lifestyle!!! Yet some live in bigger houses than me!!! Lol

AK797 · 8 December 2016, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by rc51matt

Unfortunately at 37yrs old I'm not sure I could pull it off. Also my job would prohibit me from wearing one to work ever. I am in sales & deal mostly with blue collar guys who just couldn't fathom that I could own a gold Rolex & would think that I'm screwing them over from then out to pay for my out of control lifestyle!!! Yet some live in bigger houses than me!!! Lol

I say go for the YM Blue now for some PM, and then when you hit 40 you'll be ready for a whole lot more.

Nairn1980 · 8 December 2016, 04:12 AM

New AK is lovely

Wcdhtwn · 8 December 2016, 04:17 AM

Cellini?

Oneironaut · 8 December 2016, 04:22 AM

Besides an Explorer II I would give the new Air-King a good look if you can see one in person. It's got that semi matte dial and feels really nice on the wrist.

cpefy3 · 8 December 2016, 04:25 AM

Milgauss totally!!

mjclark32 · 8 December 2016, 04:28 AM

Datejust II. Can be had for less than the YM. Still get a pop of color. Can play it down with smooth bezel or let it shine a bit with fluted. 41mm so similar same size as your sub. 3135 movement so you can be sure its tough.

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by mjclark32

Datejust II. Can be had for less than the YM. Still get a pop of color. Can play it down with smooth bezel or let it shine a bit with fluted. 41mm so similar same size as your sub. 3135 movement so you can be sure its tough.

I feel like they look to big. I wish they made them in 39mm I feel like it would be the perfect size of they had used a case like the exp1 39mm. The proportions look out of whack to me after being used to the old 36mm DJ.

malnik · 8 December 2016, 05:02 AM

116613 Submariner Gold / steel. It's a beauty.

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by malnik

116613 Submariner Gold / steel. It's a beauty.

My father has a blue one & I love it. I even barrrowed it from him for a month to see if I should buy my own but I can't wear flashy stuff mon-fri. So could t justify it for weekend use.

rph08 · 8 December 2016, 05:33 AM

Take a look at the Tudor Ranger. That'll be my next purchase.

mattty · 8 December 2016, 05:37 AM

what about a more modern black sub date or no date?

You said you wear one daily and you love it so why change away from subs?

Are we expecting any different sub models from basel 17?

rc51matt · 8 December 2016, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by mattty

what about a more modern black sub date or no date?

You said you wear one daily and you love it so why change away from subs?

Are we expecting any different sub models from basel 17?

I bought a 116610 last year & flipped it 4 months later. I liked it but didn't like it if that makes sense!!! Lol. Trust me I know I'm fickle!!!!

8 December 2016, 03:40 AM	#1
rc51matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: MD Watch: 6605 Posts: 470	wanting somthing different but what? ok so I've owned a bunch of different Rolex' over the years & looking to add another but I've looked and lusted after so many I have no idea what to buy myself!!!! lol I currently own a faded 16800 that I wear every day & love I mean I love my current Sub!! Also a two tone black 6605 that I wear a handful of times a year. I thought I wanted a Daytona but I just cant seem to love them. Since AD's never have SS ones in stock I almost never get to try them on 116500 or 116520. The 116622 blue yahtmaster looks great in pics but I'm not sure I would wear it regularly. Also prices for the blue are a little more than I'd like to spend. The GMT's are my next choice. Love the older matte dialed ones but feel like since I have 2 older ones that I want something newer. would run to my nearest AD and pay in full if they would give us a Coke GMT!!! The batman doesn't do much for me & the black is ok but doesn't sing to me. not sure why? I've tried the DSD but felt like I would bang it on everything as high as it sits. the SD4000 is great but I feel like its to close to a Sub in looks & I'm wanting something that looks different Are there any models I've missed or recommendations you guys might have? PM pieces are out as I couldn't wear them hardly ever & most 2 tones don't fit my lifestyle either. And yes I know I'm crazy but aren't we all!!! lol __________________ 6605 TT 16800 matte 16700 coke 16628 blue Breitling Avenger Ti

8 December 2016, 03:44 AM	#3
CWIN "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Chris Location: San Diego Watch: Patek, AP, Rolex Posts: 4,449	You've pretty much ruled out a majority of the lineup, haha. I'd suggest the classic and understated Explorer or maybe if you're looking for something really different you can always go Milgauss. Other than those you'd be looking at a DJ or OP __________________ *Instagram* @cwin

8 December 2016, 03:47 AM	#7
KrismanX "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Kristofer Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: my feet. Posts: 2,364	Polar EXP II. __________________ No sticker left behind. "Better three hours too soon, than a minute too late." "All we have to do is decide what to do with the time that is given to us." ref. 116520 Daytona - 10/2014

8 December 2016, 03:49 AM	#9
rollee1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Rollee Location: Boston Watch: it watching me Posts: 1,945	How about a 116234 DJ in silver sunburst. A surprisingly versatile watch. __________________ Time you enjoy wasting was not wasted

8 December 2016, 03:49 AM	#11
rc51matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: MD Watch: 6605 Posts: 470	I want to like the exp1 & love the way it looks In pictures but the few times I've tried it at the local AD I thought I've thought I don't know if I like it. The new AK is very cool looking but don't know if it's for me? __________________ 6605 TT 16800 matte 16700 coke 16628 blue Breitling Avenger Ti

8 December 2016, 03:42 AM	#2
RKTudor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Rick Location: Emmaus, PA Watch: Tudor 79090 blue Posts: 298	Maybe the new explorer I or AK??? Both great daily wearers.

8 December 2016, 03:49 AM	#12
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	Hulk?

8 December 2016, 04:07 AM	#14
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	its apparent, you need a PM rolex. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

8 December 2016, 04:12 AM	#20
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,385	New AK is lovely

8 December 2016, 04:17 AM	#21
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,059	Cellini?

8 December 2016, 04:22 AM	#22
Oneironaut "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: NOLA Posts: 44	Besides an Explorer II I would give the new Air-King a good look if you can see one in person. It's got that semi matte dial and feels really nice on the wrist.

8 December 2016, 04:25 AM	#23
cpefy3 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Collin Location: Raleigh, NC Watch: 16014, 16600 Posts: 344	Milgauss totally!!

8 December 2016, 04:28 AM	#24
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Datejust II. Can be had for less than the YM. Still get a pop of color. Can play it down with smooth bezel or let it shine a bit with fluted. 41mm so similar same size as your sub. 3135 movement so you can be sure its tough. __________________

8 December 2016, 05:02 AM	#26
malnik "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Sub-Date-C Posts: 240	116613 Submariner Gold / steel. It's a beauty.

8 December 2016, 05:33 AM	#28
rph08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Posts: 992	Take a look at the Tudor Ranger. That'll be my next purchase.

8 December 2016, 05:37 AM	#29
mattty "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: England, UK Posts: 293	what about a more modern black sub date or no date? You said you wear one daily and you love it so why change away from subs? Are we expecting any different sub models from basel 17?

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