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Old 26 February 2009, 01:20 AM   #1
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Advice on which Rolex for first purchase

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I am looking to buy my first Rolex from new and not sure which model to opt for. I am sure this might spark some debate but i am considering either the 16613, 16613LN submariners or the 166623 yacht-master. As you can see i am drawn to the bi metal product. Any help or advice or even the best palce to buy in the UK would be appreciatted.
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Old 26 February 2009, 01:34 AM   #2
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Well both watches are basically the same movement wise so its just down to the style you prefer. Myself although not a huge fan of gold or TT watches I would choose the sub
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Old 26 February 2009, 01:37 AM   #3
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Well both watches are basically the same movement wise so its just down to the style you prefer. Myself although not a huge fan of gold or TT watches I would choose the sub
Not a fan of the TT either, so I'd choose the Sub as well....NONE of the choices are wrong to be sure!!!
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Old 26 February 2009, 01:55 AM   #4
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As previously stated, you cant go wrong with any of those choices. It all comes down to style and what you like. Personally I am not a fan of TT so I say SS Sub. Make sure you get what you like the best
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Old 26 February 2009, 01:35 AM   #5
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The only advice I can give you is to buy the watch you really, really, really want. Try them on, think about it, try them on again, think about it again and once you know which one you like, buy that one.
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Old 26 February 2009, 01:48 AM   #6
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I as well, not a great fan of bi-color Rolex products
But the "Bluesy" I must admit, it is the exception..
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Old 26 February 2009, 01:56 AM   #7
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Buy the blue TT Sub, it is mesmerizing !!!
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Old 26 February 2009, 03:49 AM   #8
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Buy the blue TT Sub, it is mesmerizing !!!
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I own one and love it, it really is a watch i just stare at endlessly
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Old 26 February 2009, 01:59 AM   #9
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Thank you all for your advice. I think trying on a couple more times is what is needed.
Will let you know what and when i decide.
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Old 26 February 2009, 02:19 AM   #10
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Thank you all for your advice. I think trying on a couple more times is what is needed.
Will let you know what and when i decide.
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Pics are mandatory once you decide and purchase!!
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Old 26 February 2009, 02:21 AM   #11
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Hi,

I am looking to buy my first Rolex from new and not sure which model to opt for. I am sure this might spark some debate but i am considering either the 16613, 16613LN submariners or the 166623 yacht-master. As you can see i am drawn to the bi metal product. Any help or advice or even the best palce to buy in the UK would be appreciatted.
Kind regards.

Alan.
Alan - I forgot to mention, the AD that I like to use is Goldsmiths...I understand that Ernest Jones is quite good too.

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Old 26 February 2009, 02:21 AM   #12
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Old 26 February 2009, 02:26 AM   #13
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Old 26 February 2009, 03:02 AM   #14
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Maybe check out the TT Daytona.
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Old 26 February 2009, 04:01 AM   #15
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On the UK AD front, my experience with Goldsmiths was really positive - been back several times to get them to tweak the bracelet and they've been really happy to do
so and even remembered my name!
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Old 26 February 2009, 04:22 AM   #16
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Alan, buy whatever you feel comfortable with, and by the end of the day they are all beautiful ROLEXes. Enjoy and wear whatever you buy in a very good health.

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Old 26 February 2009, 04:33 AM   #17
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Impossible for me to answer thoughtfully without knowing a lot more about you, including at LEAST:
1. Current watches that you will also wear
2. Lifestyle (job, hobbies, personality)
3. Why you are considering Rolex.
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Old 26 February 2009, 04:39 AM   #18
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Out of the three that you had listed...Buy the one that you think of first.
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Old 26 February 2009, 04:42 AM   #19
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i would go YM... simply because subs are common.. ive always thought of them as the 2nd Rolex i would want..

for TT, i would get a GMTIIc TT, but thats just me

either way, buy now, in a couple years the price difference will probably be rediculous
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Old 26 February 2009, 05:03 AM   #20
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Not a big YG or TT fan myself. But starting to look a little more at the TT. With that being said If these are the ONLY two you are deciding on I think I would go for the Sub myself. If you are open for suggestion on the same models I would go after the 16622 Stainless and Platinum (hey it is bi-metal right) I really like the red second hand. I saw one of these the other day at the mall on a gentlemen’s wrist and my eye went right to that second hand. Truly a breathtaking timepiece. I am now considering 16622 as my next purchase.

Whatever your decision is you will NOT be disappointed with your purchase.
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Old 26 February 2009, 05:03 AM   #21
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Not a big YG or TT fan myself. But starting to look a little more at the TT. With that being said If these are the ONLY two you are deciding on I think I would go for the Sub myself. If you are open for suggestion on the same models I would go after the 16622 Stainless and Platinum (hey it is bi-metal right) I really like the red second hand. I saw one of these the other day at the mall on a gentlemen’s wrist and my eye went right to that second hand. Truly a breathtaking timepiece. I am now considering 16622 as my next purchase.

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Old 26 February 2009, 05:11 AM   #22
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I may be a little biased by my vote goes to:

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TT sub is great.. But i love my ss 16610 sub to...
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