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CPTL · 25 January 2010, 07:16 AM

If you don't have the date complication, how do you know if your watch is set to a.m. or p.m.??

JBat · 25 January 2010, 07:20 AM

I cannot imagine ever regretting this watch. Once I get a 14060, it'll be mine forever.

Speed · 25 January 2010, 07:24 AM

I'm jonesing one as well John...but wondering if I should look for a 5513?

I know I could likely get a pre-loved 14060M for < $3,500...but 5513 could go up to $5,000...

JBat · 25 January 2010, 07:25 AM

The 5513 would work for me!

Maybe a bit harder to find, but worth the $5K, IMO.

HL65 · 25 January 2010, 07:45 AM

Great watch--pure classic!

submariner16610 · 25 January 2010, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aleiberman

Has anyone ever regreted purchasing the 14050M with no Date?

I'm just purchased one, and I'm on the fence.

buy a 16610 instead and you won't regret it..

dkpw · 25 January 2010, 08:03 AM

I like the idea of the ND, especially the ease of strap change with the lug holes and the simplicity of the dial with the one word, "Submariner" and the depth rating - but the practicality of the date and the iconic cyclops meant that I went for a Sub date.

One final thing, for all of you who mentioned James Bond and "his" choice of watch, sorry to disillusion you but he's a fictional a character, doesn't exist and has no say it what watch he wears.

bluemartinifan · 25 January 2010, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

I'm jonesing one as well John...but wondering if I should look for a 5513?

I know I could likely get a pre-loved 14060M for < $3,500...but 5513 could go up to $5,000...

or... get started with a head only 14060 for < $2400!
My plan is to patiently find the right 93150 (read right price 93150 bracelet) and have the perfect weekend watch on a budget.

alglez · 25 January 2010, 08:40 AM

I sold mine and I want to get it back!!!!!!!

snow_rocks · 25 January 2010, 08:51 AM

Every day I mark the date on my EX! No regrets!

JediRolex · 25 January 2010, 08:52 AM

I have never owned one, but I like the ND better. Much cleaner look IMO.

Denver Dick · 25 January 2010, 08:54 AM

Aaron:

For 23 years, up until a few weeks ago, I always wore a DJ and relied on the date feature. However, for the past two weeks plus I have been wearing my new Omega Railmaster (no date). I must admit that for the first couple days I caught myself looking for the date and finding none. However, I love the clean and classic look. After the first week, I starting doing what I use to do when I was in my teens and wore a Timex . . . I started using my brain and remembering the date. I love the looks of the Sub no-date. Now, man-up and enjoy that little guy.

425ranger · 25 January 2010, 09:33 AM

Ive been on the fence for a no date for a long time.... keeping an eye out still...

slevin kelevra · 25 January 2010, 11:04 AM

Its all down to personal choice. I think in this day and age no one really has to rely on their watch for the date.

I chose the ND but the Date comes a close second!

dalip · 25 January 2010, 11:15 AM

I like the look of the watch...but have never wanted it. As for no date function...well I have the Daytona for that...but that didn't have the option and I love the watch.

tandrup · 25 January 2010, 11:54 AM

I have never regretted getting mine. It was the first one I bought and it is still the one that gets most wrist-time.

carlhaluss · 25 January 2010, 02:23 PM

It is unique, clean and refreshing for a diver watch like this.

For one thing, most of the other watch manufacturers - if not all - have the date function on the watch. There is no option. Secondly, the 40mm size, I think, is ideal.
Thirdly, the screw holes on the lugs.
Even if I was partial to having dates on my watches, I would get this one over the date version, just because it is such a unique classic.
I saw one at my AD yesterday, for the first time. I had gone to look at an Explorer, which I will be getting. However, when I saw the Sub ND, I almost changed my mind and got that. In the pictures I saw, the markers were smaller than on the date version, and I didn't know if I would like it or not. However, seeing it in the flesh, I had no doubt in my mind that this is a very desirable watch. I don't even know if they still make it.
If it were me, I would not have any second thoughts or regrets. You can always get a diver with the date later if you really want.
I could rave about this watch all night. It is my favourite watch of this type with movable bezel - bar none. If it weren't for the fact that I am itching to get an Explorer, I would be getting the Sub that I saw yesterday.

Cheers,
Carl

carlhaluss · 25 January 2010, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Denver Dick

Aaron:

For 23 years, up until a few weeks ago, I always wore a DJ and relied on the date feature. However, for the past two weeks plus I have been wearing my new Omega Railmaster (no date). I must admit that for the first couple days I caught myself looking for the date and finding none. However, I love the clean and classic look. After the first week, I starting doing what I use to do when I was in my teens and wore a Timex . . . I started using my brain and remembering the date. I love the looks of the Sub no-date. Now, man-up and enjoy that little guy.

Excellent wrist shot of the Railmaster on steel bracelet. Love your taste in watches

. Another guy with the midsize Railmaster. I got the same one last year, with the steel bracelet. A couple of months ago, I got an OEM leather/croco strap with deployment. Kind of gives the watch a different look, but I love the watch either way. Here is mine with the leather strap:

I am getting an Explorer this week. I find that is a classic as well. Amazing how close the Railmaster looks to it, when you put on the steel bracelet!
Regardless of their similarities, they are both unique in their own way. As I see it, I will now have an Explorer with a steel bracelet, and a kind of Explorer with leather.
When I saw the Explorer yesterday, however, I was quite surprised at how shiny the dial, numbers and markers look. It really looks wonderful, and actually does give a totally different look than the Railmaster, from what you see in the photos.
Enjoy that Railmaster!
Cheers

,
Carl

kyle L · 25 January 2010, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CPTL

If you don't have the date complication, how do you know if your watch is set to a.m. or p.m.??

If you don't have a date, doesn't matter.

crazyfingers · 25 January 2010, 02:49 PM

Regret?? Never!....How can anyone regret this stunning thing

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beerformeplz · 25 January 2010, 02:51 PM

I just bought a ND sub and love it. I dont need the date staring at me.

sirjohnbrian · 25 January 2010, 03:01 PM

This is just an excuse to buy another Rolex that has a date feature that will be your "formal" watch.

walds11 · 25 January 2010, 04:46 PM

Yes. Sold it within a week. I could not stand the non-SEL link and floppy divers clasp. Glad I kept my Sub Date.

Deep Sea · 25 January 2010, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aleiberman

Has anyone ever regreted purchasing the 14050M with no Date?

I'm just purchased one, and I'm on the fence.

Regret? My regret was selling my 14060.

Blue Lantern · 26 January 2010, 03:28 AM

I go through this occassionally. I like having the date on my watches. I even had my Sub regulated and pressure tested specifically so I could sell it! But it's such a work of art, it's hard to let go. And when I don't wear it for a day or two, I can't wait to get it back on.

roadcarver · 26 January 2010, 03:46 AM

I did.. I subsequently flipped it for an SD.

My remorse stemmed from the fact that it was my first Rolex and it was a cheap back then @ $2200 USD, however it also needed work.

I thought I wouldn't miss the date, but I did. It all boils down to a person's preference, and it certainly drove me bonkers not seeing the date.

Ken Cox · 26 January 2010, 05:53 AM

Arguably, without the date, the world's most beautiful and iconic watch.

I think if a person wants or needs the date function they should consider a GMT Master II.

25 January 2010, 07:16 AM	#61
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	If you don't have the date complication, how do you know if your watch is set to a.m. or p.m.?? __________________ 16610 Submariner Date; D Serial 16234 DateJust SS with WG Fluted Bezel & Jubillee, White Roman Dial; F Serial 16570 Explorer II White Dial; M Serial And Hers: 78240 Mid-Size DateJust SS with Domed Bezel & Oyster, White Roman; D Serial

25 January 2010, 07:45 AM	#65
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	Great watch--pure classic! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

25 January 2010, 08:03 AM	#67
dkpw "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: Scotland Watch: 16610 & 214270 Posts: 1,294	I like the idea of the ND, especially the ease of strap change with the lug holes and the simplicity of the dial with the one word, "Submariner" and the depth rating - but the practicality of the date and the iconic cyclops meant that I went for a Sub date. One final thing, for all of you who mentioned James Bond and "his" choice of watch, sorry to disillusion you but he's a fictional a character, doesn't exist and has no say it what watch he wears. __________________ Sub 16610, Explorer 214270, Ω Speedy Pro & many others. David

25 January 2010, 08:40 AM	#69
alglez "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: houston Watch: TT blue sub Posts: 252	I sold mine and I want to get it back!!!!!!! __________________ Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Sport Z Series TT Blue Sub. Rolex King Midas #921 TT Datejust. Omega Speedmaster pro 861 1970s Gucci 3500 Movado Calendomatic 1960s Cartier Tank.

25 January 2010, 08:51 AM	#70
snow_rocks Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: At what TIME?!!! Watch: the SKY tonite! Posts: 3,225	Every day I mark the date on my EX! No regrets! Attached Images

25 January 2010, 07:20 AM	#62
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I cannot imagine ever regretting this watch. Once I get a 14060, it'll be mine forever.

25 January 2010, 07:24 AM	#63
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I'm jonesing one as well John...but wondering if I should look for a 5513? I know I could likely get a pre-loved 14060M for < $3,500...but 5513 could go up to $5,000...

25 January 2010, 07:25 AM	#64
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	The 5513 would work for me! Maybe a bit harder to find, but worth the $5K, IMO.

25 January 2010, 08:52 AM	#71
JediRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Derek Location: Chicago Watch: 114060 Posts: 447	I have never owned one, but I like the ND better. Much cleaner look IMO.

25 January 2010, 08:54 AM	#72
Denver Dick "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Wayne Location: Ventura County CA Watch: TT DateJust 16013 Posts: 428	Aaron: For 23 years, up until a few weeks ago, I always wore a DJ and relied on the date feature. However, for the past two weeks plus I have been wearing my new Omega Railmaster (no date). I must admit that for the first couple days I caught myself looking for the date and finding none. However, I love the clean and classic look. After the first week, I starting doing what I use to do when I was in my teens and wore a Timex . . . I started using my brain and remembering the date. I love the looks of the Sub no-date. Now, man-up and enjoy that little guy. __________________ Rolex DateJust 16013 Omega Railmaster 2503.52

25 January 2010, 09:33 AM	#73
425ranger "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Bill Location: MI Watch: Marathon SAR Posts: 102	Ive been on the fence for a no date for a long time.... keeping an eye out still...

25 January 2010, 11:04 AM	#74
slevin kelevra "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Scotland Watch: 14060m Posts: 631	Its all down to personal choice. I think in this day and age no one really has to rely on their watch for the date. I chose the ND but the Date comes a close second!

25 January 2010, 11:15 AM	#75
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	I like the look of the watch...but have never wanted it. As for no date function...well I have the Daytona for that...but that didn't have the option and I love the watch. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

25 January 2010, 11:54 AM	#76
tandrup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA Watch: 14060M Posts: 921	I have never regretted getting mine. It was the first one I bought and it is still the one that gets most wrist-time. __________________ Regards, Lars 14060M, 16570 White, 116200 Tuxedo Dial Georg Jensen 2347

25 January 2010, 02:23 PM	#77
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	It is unique, clean and refreshing for a diver watch like this. For one thing, most of the other watch manufacturers - if not all - have the date function on the watch. There is no option. Secondly, the 40mm size, I think, is ideal. Thirdly, the screw holes on the lugs. Even if I was partial to having dates on my watches, I would get this one over the date version, just because it is such a unique classic. I saw one at my AD yesterday, for the first time. I had gone to look at an Explorer, which I will be getting. However, when I saw the Sub ND, I almost changed my mind and got that. In the pictures I saw, the markers were smaller than on the date version, and I didn't know if I would like it or not. However, seeing it in the flesh, I had no doubt in my mind that this is a very desirable watch. I don't even know if they still make it. If it were me, I would not have any second thoughts or regrets. You can always get a diver with the date later if you really want. I could rave about this watch all night. It is my favourite watch of this type with movable bezel - bar none. If it weren't for the fact that I am itching to get an Explorer, I would be getting the Sub that I saw yesterday. Cheers, Carl __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

25 January 2010, 02:49 PM	#80
crazyfingers "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Arjun Location: India Watch: Submariner 14060M Posts: 347	Regret?? Never!....How can anyone regret this stunning thing ?

25 January 2010, 02:51 PM	#81
beerformeplz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Pat Location: chesapeake Watch: seadweller Posts: 764	I just bought a ND sub and love it. I dont need the date staring at me.

25 January 2010, 03:01 PM	#82
sirjohnbrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Watch: 'chu lookin' at??? Posts: 964	This is just an excuse to buy another Rolex that has a date feature that will be your "formal" watch. __________________ "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." Mark Twain "Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true." Homer Simpson SS Midsize DJ 68274 "L" TT Jubilee DJ 116233 "Z" Sea Dweller DS 116660 "V" SS White Dial Daytona "V"

25 January 2010, 04:46 PM	#83
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,660	Yes. Sold it within a week. I could not stand the non-SEL link and floppy divers clasp. Glad I kept my Sub Date. __________________ Adam

26 January 2010, 03:28 AM	#85
Blue Lantern "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Delaware Watch: Tudor 79190 Posts: 366	I go through this occassionally. I like having the date on my watches. I even had my Sub regulated and pressure tested specifically so I could sell it! But it's such a work of art, it's hard to let go. And when I don't wear it for a day or two, I can't wait to get it back on.

26 January 2010, 03:46 AM	#86
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	I did.. I subsequently flipped it for an SD. My remorse stemmed from the fact that it was my first Rolex and it was a cheap back then @ $2200 USD, however it also needed work. I thought I wouldn't miss the date, but I did. It all boils down to a person's preference, and it certainly drove me bonkers not seeing the date. __________________ I'm just a cook...

26 January 2010, 05:53 AM	#87
Ken Cox "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Ken Cox Location: Bend, Oregon, USA Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 469	Arguably, without the date, the world's most beautiful and iconic watch. I think if a person wants or needs the date function they should consider a GMT Master II.

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