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investor6161 · 5 December 2013, 07:48 PM

Honestly, submariner ND is better looking, more balance and symmetrical but I need the date feature. Function over form.

jhamiltonwa · 5 December 2013, 09:03 PM

I've always been crippled by my need for a date function. It was a deal breaker but I've worked through it. I decided I don't need to know the date on weekends and holiday.

So during the week I'm going to stick with my Air-King-Date but I'm saving up for a 14060m for weekends.

Problem: 4 line or 2 lines? 2 is purer but my AK is not certified so I wouldn't mind having one watch that is.

Threads like this one make me sigh wistfully.

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JimSnyder · 5 December 2013, 10:23 PM

Which came first, the Sub or the egg? I mean the chicken or the Sub date? Oh whatever, enough said

Aventura · 5 December 2013, 10:40 PM

It's a big difference. A Submariner No Date is a watch brand Rolex

A Submariner Date is a Rolex.

KBM · 5 December 2013, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aventura

It's a big difference. A Submariner No Date is a watch brand Rolex

A Submariner Date is a Rolex.

SatansLittleHelper · 5 December 2013, 11:01 PM

I have both, different colours. The Sub came first for me because I used to hate the Cyclops on the date model.
I love it now though!

Reu · 5 December 2013, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aventura

It's a big difference. A Submariner No Date is a watch brand Rolex

A Submariner Date is a Rolex.

Eh?!?

SixPak · 5 December 2013, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kauebm

x3....

brandrea · 6 December 2013, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SixPak

x3....

x 4

Frogdog · 6 December 2013, 01:41 AM

Originally bought the No Date and that lasted about 4 months and I flipped it for a Date. I just felt like the no date was missing what IMHO a distinguishing characteristic of the Submariner, the "Cyclopes".

LingB · 6 December 2013, 01:48 AM

this is the reason why i picked SubC 114060 over the date one:

lsettle · 6 December 2013, 01:49 AM

My first love was the 5513, it was only natural to move to the 14060.

Lawrence

Steel28 · 6 December 2013, 03:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frogdog

Originally bought the No Date and that lasted about 4 months and I flipped it for a Date. I just felt like the no date was missing what IMHO a distinguishing characteristic of the Submariner, the "Cyclopes".

Almost same story for me. Originally looked at ND SubC and when came back to purchase it, picked SubC Date!

I like both, but SubC Date/Cyclope sang to me more.

Cc1966 · 6 December 2013, 03:26 AM

Have them both in my stable ~ the Sub Date does get more wrist time, the no date more on the weekends. Both are iconic ROLEX!

polarinda · 6 December 2013, 03:52 AM

I can compromise missing date for symmetry. I think the cyclops work better on datejusts.

AK797 · 6 December 2013, 05:20 AM

I like both.

anthonybkny · 12 December 2013, 03:53 PM

The nodate sub just screams base model to me. Unless you're rockin an old school sub, you gotta have the date.

Karbo · 12 December 2013, 04:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhamiltonwa

I've always been crippled by my need for a date function. It was a deal breaker but I've worked through it. I decided I don't need to know the date on weekends and holiday.

So during the week I'm going to stick with my Air-King-Date but I'm saving up for a 14060m for weekends.

Problem: 4 line or 2 lines? 2 is purer but my AK is not certified so I wouldn't mind having one watch that is.

Threads like this one make me sigh wistfully.

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Believe me go for 14060M 2 liner !

Simply the best daily wearer... And buy a 5513 vintage for week end ! Now you are set !

honeybear · 13 December 2013, 04:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by anthonybkny

The nodate sub just screams base model to me. Unless you're rockin an old school sub, you gotta have the date.

I think what you're trying to say is that without the cyclops it is less instantly recognizable as a Rolex to the general public, but that suits me just fine.

Mr Submariner · 13 December 2013, 05:48 AM

I am surprised no one has mentioned you can still keep track of the date on a Submariner. Just turn the bezel so the pearl is pointing to the minute mark that is the same as current date. Best of both worlds.

Jack T · 13 December 2013, 06:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Submariner

I am surprised no one has mentioned you can still keep track of the date on a Submariner. Just turn the bezel so the pearl is pointing to the minute mark that is the same as current date. Best of both worlds.

But then the pearl and wedge wouldn't be straight up at 12, another breach of symmetry and order

MATCH1969 · 13 December 2013, 06:09 AM

Sea dweeler is a good alternative

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111forza · 13 December 2013, 06:39 AM

Just looks great

up2nogood · 13 December 2013, 06:52 AM

I hate pulling out a phone in meetings to see what the date is.
Date for me!!

dbhickam · 13 December 2013, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Submariner

I am surprised no one has mentioned you can still keep track of the date on a Submariner. Just turn the bezel so the pearl is pointing to the minute mark that is the same as current date. Best of both worlds.

I've never heard of this, Thanks!

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Rashid.bk · 13 December 2013, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by up2nogood

I hate pulling out a phone in meetings to see what the date is.
Date for me!!

Lol, exactly. And end up looking like a teenager checking his Facebook, does not look good in a room full of professional adults.
I do love the Submariner though, just can't afford to own it and the others I have, just to wear out of work, maybe one day.

V1Rotate · 13 December 2013, 07:09 AM

Here is before and after:

and after...

Mr Submariner · 13 December 2013, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack T

But then the pearl and wedge wouldn't be straight up at 12, another breach of symmetry and order

There is a break in symmetry and order even with the pearl at 12 oclock because there are only hash marks from 0-15 minutes instead of all the way around the bezel. If that doesn't bother you, I don't understand why moving the pearl to the minute that corresponds with the date should.

Mr Submariner · 13 December 2013, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dbhickam

I've never heard of this, Thanks!

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tomchicago · 13 December 2013, 08:09 AM

Can you wear the date version in the shower? Sorry, someone had to ask.

5 December 2013, 10:23 PM	#93
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,726	Which came first, the Sub or the egg? I mean the chicken or the Sub date? Oh whatever, enough said __________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

5 December 2013, 10:40 PM	#94
Aventura "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Miami Beach FL US Posts: 1,425	It is a big difference. It's a big difference. A Submariner No Date is a watch brand Rolex A Submariner Date is a Rolex.

6 December 2013, 01:48 AM	#101
LingB "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Earth Watch: 216570 & 114060 Posts: 72	this is the reason why i picked SubC 114060 over the date one: Attached Images

6 December 2013, 03:26 AM	#104
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	Have them both in my stable ~ the Sub Date does get more wrist time, the no date more on the weekends. Both are iconic ROLEX! __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

13 December 2013, 06:39 AM	#113
111forza "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: uk Posts: 2,668	Just looks great Attached Images

5 December 2013, 07:48 PM	#91
investor6161 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: philippines Posts: 24	Honestly, submariner ND is better looking, more balance and symmetrical but I need the date feature. Function over form.

5 December 2013, 09:03 PM	#92
jhamiltonwa "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Perth, Australia Watch: '87 Air King Date Posts: 154	I've always been crippled by my need for a date function. It was a deal breaker but I've worked through it. I decided I don't need to know the date on weekends and holiday. So during the week I'm going to stick with my Air-King-Date but I'm saving up for a 14060m for weekends. Problem: 4 line or 2 lines? 2 is purer but my AK is not certified so I wouldn't mind having one watch that is. Threads like this one make me sigh wistfully. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 December 2013, 11:01 PM	#96
SatansLittleHelper "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: UK Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 74	I have both, different colours. The Sub came first for me because I used to hate the Cyclops on the date model. I love it now though!

6 December 2013, 01:41 AM	#100
Frogdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Kentucky Watch: u talknbout Willis Posts: 688	Originally bought the No Date and that lasted about 4 months and I flipped it for a Date. I just felt like the no date was missing what IMHO a distinguishing characteristic of the Submariner, the "Cyclopes".

6 December 2013, 01:49 AM	#102
lsettle "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Lawrence Location: Canada Watch: 16570/14060/3570.5 Posts: 653	My first love was the 5513, it was only natural to move to the 14060. Lawrence

6 December 2013, 03:52 AM	#105
polarinda "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Trav Location: singapore Watch: it Posts: 2,316	I can compromise missing date for symmetry. I think the cyclops work better on datejusts.

6 December 2013, 05:20 AM	#106
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I like both.

12 December 2013, 03:53 PM	#107
anthonybkny Banned Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Anthony Location: NYC Posts: 70	The nodate sub just screams base model to me. Unless you're rockin an old school sub, you gotta have the date.

13 December 2013, 05:48 AM	#110
Mr Submariner Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: USA Posts: 15	I am surprised no one has mentioned you can still keep track of the date on a Submariner. Just turn the bezel so the pearl is pointing to the minute mark that is the same as current date. Best of both worlds.

13 December 2013, 06:09 AM	#112
MATCH1969 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PARIS Watch: Vintage Posts: 2,761	Sea dweeler is a good alternative

13 December 2013, 06:52 AM	#114
up2nogood "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Alex Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 1,944	I hate pulling out a phone in meetings to see what the date is. Date for me!!

13 December 2013, 07:09 AM	#117
V1Rotate "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: @Boston Watch: 16660 16613 16710 Posts: 278	I needed the date as I use it daily Here is before and after: and after...

13 December 2013, 08:09 AM	#120
tomchicago Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710BLRO, 214270. Posts: 2,717	Can you wear the date version in the shower? Sorry, someone had to ask.

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