Who decided in the end not to buy a Sub and why?

[Rolex50]

And what did you do/choose instead?

[Dabbadon8]

Me. Thought it was less versatile than I wanted. Got dj36 oyster and smooth bezel with silver dial and sticks. Same movement as sub, more than enough water resistance, almost identical bracelet, more versatile to me than a dive watch. Also fits me better. Don’t regret it. Might get a sub when they update it. That said, I feel the DJ checks the boxes I would use a sub for so I’m more focused on other brands/models for now.

[Yess]

I'm holding off on the Sub - mostly in the hope they will increase size and add a pop of colour somewhere. These are long-shots, but I live in hope.

There are also equivalent/better dive watches out there for less money if you can look past the fact that they don't say Rolex on the dial (which I can't). Thus, I am grabbing an Air King to hold me over.

[bsegotta]

I bought a sub date and wasn't in love. So I sold it! Bought the Omega seamaster white dial and I am completely in love. Rolex is Rolex and they are amazing but if you love watches you find the one that fills all the voids not just what's in. Definitely have a few Rolex on the list but the sub wasn't for me. P.s. the sub is beautiful and a great watch not trying to take anything away from it just wasn't the fit I wanted.

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[BogdanS]

6 months ago I have Been invited by AD to get a 114060 and passed, realised I really need the date.


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[PhilLynott]

If they were the same price and availability I'd choose the sub by a hair. The fact that I bought this without any games for over 60% LESS than a sub it's officially off my list love this watch!



I'll take the funds I was going to use on a sub one day and put them towards a YM40 at some point which I love.

[Yess]

Originally Posted by bsegotta

I bought a sub date and wasn't in love. So I sold it! Bought the Omega seamaster white dial and I am completely in love. Rolex is Rolex and they are amazing but if you love watches you find the one that fills all the voids not just what's in. Definitely have a few Rolex on the list but the sub wasn't for me. P.s. the sub is beautiful and a great watch not trying to take anything away from it just wasn't the fit I wanted.

Originally Posted by PhilLynott

If they were the same price and availability I'd choose the sub by a hair. The fact that I bought this without any games for over 60% LESS than a sub it's officially off my list love this watch! I'll take the funds I was going to use on a sub one day and put them towards a YM40 at some point which I love.

Not to hijack the thread - but I was wondering if either of you looked at the Grand Seiko SBGA229? If you did, was it too similar looking to the Sub?

[PhilLynott]

Originally Posted by Yess

Not to hijack the thread - but I was wondering if either of you looked at the Grand Seiko SBGA229? If you did, was it too similar looking to the Sub?

I love that watch just too big at 44mm for my wrist. If they made it in 40 maybe even 42 I'd give it a go probably.

[BogdanS]

Originally Posted by Yess

Not to hijack the thread - but I was wondering if either of you looked at the Grand Seiko SBGA229? If you did, was it too similar looking to the Sub?

Up to a point, yes. But the GS bracelet can’t compete against the Oyster. A Sub with a spring drive would be the perfect mash-up.


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[RJRJRJ]

Originally Posted by Yess

I'm holding off on the Sub - mostly in the hope they will increase size and add a pop of colour somewhere. These are long-shots, but I live in hope.

There are also equivalent/better dive watches out there for less money if you can look past the fact that they don't say Rolex on the dial (which I can't). Thus, I am grabbing an Air King to hold me over.

If you want larger with some color, why not an SD43?

[barneb10]

Back in the day, i was considering getting a Sub Date, but glad i didnt. Absolutely love my 14060.

[brucethemanlee]

I had choice of Sub, Sub with date, SD4K, and DSSD (JC)

Sub and Sub with date - classic but couldn't deal with the squared off lugs. made the Sub look like square odd shape cushion case.

DSSD (JC) - loved the gradient dial and somewhat limited nature of the JC however, the watch is just a massive beast on small wrists. Way too top heavy and is like a dinner plate on my wrist.

SD4K was my choice...
-classic looking just like a Sub

but more importantly these are all the things that the Sub does not have
-shapely lugs
-full minute counter around the entire bezel
-4000 ft depth rating
-no cyclops makes for nice clean dial
-matte dial (instead of glossy)

[Yess]

Originally Posted by RJRJRJ

If you want larger with some color, why not an SD43?

Price point is hard for me to justify - close to 50% more than the Sub (in Australia - $11 vs $16). It's also a Sea Dweller and not a Sub. Although I would love the date without a cyclops!

[Me4u2night]

Im sure it’s a great watch but it doesn’t do it for me.

[horseShu]

unfortunately the Sub is the most copied diver watch aesthetic, that it has lost most of its luster.

sinking all that money for a watch that is starting to look "common" stops me from pulling the trigger.

[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by Rolex50

And what did you do/choose instead?

I had a two tone sub, but sold it because it felt too flashy and I realized I wanted something a little more minimal in a way

I realized I don’t need 300m water resistance, and a glide lock

I read about the Datejust, and I became enamored with the fact that it is also a TANK but a smaller tank without crown guards

So I bought it instead and never looked back

[EconTigerOrange]

I was 100% sold that I wanted a Sub for my 40th birthday. I ended up wanting the SD43 more as it is a bit bigger and has a splash of color. Glad I ended up with the SD43!

[watchmavan]

Walked in to buy a Sub and walked out with an Explorer. Love it. But I'm not your normal guy as my favorite Rolex is my Polar Explorer II. 5 digit of course.


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[Jster]

I liked the 5 digit Subs back in the day but didn’t like the bracelet. I felt I was too flimsy. I like the modern 6 digit Sub bracelet but don’t like the bloated case. It always something...

[samsmart]

I have a few subs. I think every collection deserves one.

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[Brny11]

Originally Posted by Yess

Not to hijack the thread - but I was wondering if either of you looked at the Grand Seiko SBGA229? If you did, was it too similar looking to the Sub?

Absolutely beautiful in pics. Absurdly large in person.


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[kilyung]

I bought an 116619LB and decided I didn’t need my 116610LN anymore. That and preferring SDs.

[Brny11]

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

I had choice of Sub, Sub with date, SD4K, and DSSD (JC)

Sub and Sub with date - classic but couldn't deal with the squared off lugs. made the Sub look like square odd shape cushion case.

DSSD (JC) - loved the gradient dial and somewhat limited nature of the JC however, the watch is just a massive beast on small wrists. Way too top heavy and is like a dinner plate on my wrist.

SD4K was my choice...
-classic looking just like a Sub

but more importantly these are all the things that the Sub does not have
-shapely lugs
-full minute counter around the entire bezel
-4000 ft depth rating
-no cyclops makes for nice clean dial
-matte dial (instead of glossy)

I was lucky to borrow and wear an SD4K for a couple of weeks. It became really uncomfortable. Surprising, I was glad to go back to SubC. I have considered the sd4k a few times. However, it just doesn’t sit right on my wrist.

I do agree it is undeniably a better watch in almost every aspect, but the subtle difference in thickness, makes the Sub a better daily for me.

[boogiebot]

Originally Posted by Yess

I'm holding off on the Sub - mostly in the hope they will increase size and add a pop of colour somewhere. These are long-shots, but I live in hope.

There are also equivalent/better dive watches out there for less money if you can look past the fact that they don't say Rolex on the dial (which I can't). Thus, I am grabbing an Air King to hold me over.

Why not get a sd43?


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[htc8p]

It wears a bit thicker for everyday use and has a very long clasp. I went with the gmt2c bLack


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[kpinthebay]

Originally Posted by bsegotta

I bought a sub date and wasn't in love. So I sold it! Bought the Omega seamaster white dial and I am completely in love. Rolex is Rolex and they are amazing but if you love watches you find the one that fills all the voids not just what's in. Definitely have a few Rolex on the list but the sub wasn't for me. P.s. the sub is beautiful and a great watch not trying to take anything away from it just wasn't the fit I wanted.

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This right here is my next watch! But I'm ditching the bracelet for a NATO or rubber one.

[icnbne]

had a 5 digit sub, now have a sd4k
don't need two rolex divers in my collection

[Yess]

Originally Posted by boogiebot

Why not get a sd43?

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[bobfried]

Had a chance to pick up a sub date from an AD last month. I passed on it.

As much as I want a sub it’s jut not special enough in light of the current situation. I’m saving the money to pick up a Patek nice the skydive from their perches.

[Captain Scrumpy]

When I finally got my hands on a ND sub in an AD passed on it and picked up a Omega SMP blue ceramic. Sub looked drab and I have a lot of dark dialed watches. The SMP adds some colour, i cant fault the quality and it was instantly available at 20% off list price.


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