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Alan Pettit · 26 February 2009, 01:20 AM

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.

padi56 · 26 February 2009, 01:34 AM

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

Kokyuryoku · 26 February 2009, 01:35 AM

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.

brettpaul · 26 February 2009, 01:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

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!!!

TempoKing · 26 February 2009, 01:48 AM

I as well, not a great fan of bi-color Rolex products
But the "Bluesy" I must admit, it is the exception..

tifosi · 26 February 2009, 01:55 AM

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

sea-dweller · 26 February 2009, 01:56 AM

Buy the blue TT Sub, it is mesmerizing !!!

Alan Pettit · 26 February 2009, 01:59 AM

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.
Ta.

Alan.

tifosi · 26 February 2009, 02:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alan Pettit

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.
Ta.

Alan.

Pics are mandatory once you decide and purchase!!

brettpaul · 26 February 2009, 02:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alan Pettit

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.

Brett

Lamone · 26 February 2009, 02:21 AM

Listen to what your heart tells you to buy.

alphamale2012 · 26 February 2009, 02:26 AM

sub ofcourse

Art 1 · 26 February 2009, 03:02 AM

Maybe check out the TT Daytona.

wantonebad · 26 February 2009, 03:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sea-dweller

Buy the blue TT Sub, it is mesmerizing !!!

X2,
I own one and love it, it really is a watch i just stare at endlessly

ergaster · 26 February 2009, 04:01 AM

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!

Rolex Lover · 26 February 2009, 04:22 AM

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.

Ahmed

DSJ · 26 February 2009, 04:33 AM

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.

Ogie · 26 February 2009, 04:39 AM

Out of the three that you had listed...Buy the one that you think of first.

touchdowntodd · 26 February 2009, 04:42 AM

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

postiff · 26 February 2009, 05:03 AM

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.

postiff · 26 February 2009, 05:03 AM

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.

HDHNTER · 26 February 2009, 05:11 AM

I may be a little biased by my vote goes to:

chriseskew24 · 26 February 2009, 05:13 AM

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

26 February 2009, 01:20 AM	#1
Alan Pettit "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: United Kingdom Watch: Rolex 6113 s/s blu Posts: 8	Advice on which Rolex for first purchase 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.

26 February 2009, 01:34 AM	#2
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,063	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 __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

26 February 2009, 01:35 AM	#3
Kokyuryoku "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Rye Location: Japan Watch: Sundial Posts: 2,156	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. __________________ 'The Way of a Warrior is based on humanity, love, and sincerity; the heart of martial valor is true bravery, wisdom, love, and friendship. Emphasis on the physical aspects of warriorship is futile, for the power of the body is always limited'*- Morihei Ueshiba -* Omega 3570.50 (77mil) Rolex 16610 (V) Rolex 1601 (1966) Seiko BM

26 February 2009, 01:55 AM	#6
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	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 __________________ Russ

26 February 2009, 01:56 AM	#7
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Buy the blue TT Sub, it is mesmerizing !!! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

26 February 2009, 01:48 AM	#5
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	I as well, not a great fan of bi-color Rolex products But the "Bluesy" I must admit, it is the exception..

26 February 2009, 01:59 AM	#8
Alan Pettit "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: United Kingdom Watch: Rolex 6113 s/s blu Posts: 8	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. Ta. Alan.

26 February 2009, 02:21 AM	#11
Lamone Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Watch: ya mawt! Posts: 3,448	Listen to what your heart tells you to buy.

26 February 2009, 02:26 AM	#12
alphamale2012 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Posts: 1,305	sub ofcourse

26 February 2009, 03:02 AM	#13
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Maybe check out the TT Daytona.

26 February 2009, 04:01 AM	#15
ergaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: UK Watch: Polar Exp II Posts: 31	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!

26 February 2009, 04:22 AM	#16
Rolex Lover Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Ahmed Keraidy Location: Cairo,Egypt Watch: Submariner 16610 M Posts: 816	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. Ahmed

26 February 2009, 04:33 AM	#17
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	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. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

26 February 2009, 04:39 AM	#18
Ogie "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Watch: Rolex SS Sub 16610 Posts: 110	Out of the three that you had listed...Buy the one that you think of first.

26 February 2009, 04:42 AM	#19
touchdowntodd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Todd (Richard) Location: Milwaukee, WI Watch: Deep Sea Sea Dwell Posts: 535	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 __________________ 2013 DSSD! (ME) M Series OP No Date,White Arabic,Smooth Bezel(WIFE) Yachtmaster 1 SS/PLAT (wife)

26 February 2009, 05:03 AM	#20
postiff Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Danny Location: Ca Watch: 116710LN Posts: 936	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.

26 February 2009, 05:11 AM	#22
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	I may be a little biased by my vote goes to: __________________ Instagram @HDHNTER

26 February 2009, 05:13 AM	#23
chriseskew24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Christopher Location: fort lauderdale Watch: Bunches Posts: 1,860	TT sub is great.. But i love my ss 16610 sub to...

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