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learningtofly · 3 August 2011, 05:44 PM

*Please go to poll up top once you've thought about it*

Okay, here's the thing...

I've just sold my 1680 with a view to "upgrading" it a little. The two I have left are my gilt PCG GMT...

and my Great White SD...

Now, I've decided to go for one of the following:

A red Sub, simply because it's iconic, less abundant than the white and I love the red accent on the dial; or

A nice 5512, because they''re rare enough to be interesting and it would give me a non-date alternative to the other two.

What would you do???

cruvon · 3 August 2011, 05:59 PM

Red sub:)

Puffy · 3 August 2011, 06:26 PM

Red Sub, Tony!

To me it's more visually appealing - love the strong red against the black, those analogue colours bring great contrast....

Fewer of them and there's a bit more wow over a Red Sub...

jdc · 3 August 2011, 06:41 PM

5512 I think it will offer more contrast in your collection than a red sub

Andad · 3 August 2011, 06:43 PM

Nice pix Tony.

Red Sub is my choice.

silvershark · 3 August 2011, 07:18 PM

I would go Red Sub too.

HL65 · 3 August 2011, 07:35 PM

It all depends on what kind of Red sub or 5512. If you are talking about a mint early PCG gilt 5512 than there is no question. If you are talking about an MK1 or tropical Red Mk2-3vs. a matte 5512--than there is no question. Details...

adt · 3 August 2011, 07:50 PM

I assume you are considering pieces that are not too hard to find. Not considering the ultra rare and expensive pieces, basically under $15k.

I would go for a 5512 to add to your collection. You can wear it on the weekends or anytime without having to set the date. And 5512s are interesting and collectable.

dysondiver · 3 August 2011, 07:53 PM

condition of ach aside , think id go 5512.

eparisini · 3 August 2011, 08:09 PM

It really depends on the watch!
I'd buy the one in better conditions, the rare...
Please post pics of the ones between you have to decide

dddrees · 3 August 2011, 09:47 PM

I'm a bit bias I guess, but the Red Sub would be my choice. The bit of Red just does it for me.

learningtofly · 3 August 2011, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

It all depends on what kind of Red sub or 5512. If you are talking about a mint early PCG gilt 5512 than there is no question. If you are talking about an MK1 or tropical Red Mk2-3vs. a matte 5512--than there is no question. Details...

Good point, Ken. No, I can't afford either of those as I've just bought a couple of other fairly pricey pieces, so it would be a "standard" 5512 or a Mk IV/V red. In fact, I think I've just found one that fits the bill nicely, and it's actually a red.

If I tie it up, I'll post a couple of shots but it's a nice one. Many thanks for all the other comments too, btw.

eparisini · 3 August 2011, 10:56 PM

Wait for some monthes, years, and buy one of the those Ken told you!

learningtofly · 3 August 2011, 10:57 PM

I'll be doing that anyway/as well

WylanB · 3 August 2011, 11:16 PM

I think a red sub would fit in perfectly with your other two!

learningtofly · 3 August 2011, 11:34 PM

Well, the deal is done, and this is the watch :)

Of course, once it's with me I'll pop up an "incoming" thread with some of my own photos... a 1972, 3m serial, mkV, feet first, open 6 beauty

dddrees · 3 August 2011, 11:37 PM

That looks real nice Tony.

Congrats, great choice.

cruvon · 3 August 2011, 11:38 PM

whew, congrats Tony, she's an stunner, looking forward to seeing more pics:)

learningtofly · 3 August 2011, 11:56 PM

Thanks guys - she's coming from an impeccable source, and I'm absolutely delighted!

Ezza8 · 4 August 2011, 07:21 AM

Wow, you don't muck around!

Fantastic watch, wear in good health!

Congratulations again

Racer X · 4 August 2011, 09:02 AM

Very nice. I think you made the right decision.

Frogman4me · 4 August 2011, 10:29 AM

Congrats! I think you will be happy with your decision :)

Rickster · 4 August 2011, 10:35 AM

I hardly had enough time to vote

I think you made the right choice. That 1680 looks great!

Jannal · 4 August 2011, 10:44 AM

I like both. Since I already own a Red 1680 then the 5512 would be my next choice.

Rick-O · 4 August 2011, 11:58 AM

I vote 5512 as you don't have a Rolex without a date. Simple beauty

Rick-O · 4 August 2011, 12:00 PM

Oops, didn't read entire post...LOL..Congrats on the Red Sub

Michael M. · 4 August 2011, 12:35 PM

Huge congrats Tony!! Looks like an exceptional example!!!! Awesome choice, the 1680 red will be a nice addition.

adt · 4 August 2011, 01:16 PM

congratulations, that watch looks amazing.

colpol · 4 August 2011, 04:32 PM

great looking red sub !

Respect

Chris B · 4 August 2011, 05:07 PM

It's beautiful, well done Tony

View Poll Results: What should I buy to make up my three?
A red Submariner 1680	29	61.70%
A Submariner 5512	18	38.30%
Voters: 47. You may not vote on this poll

3 August 2011, 05:44 PM	#1
learningtofly 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: London, England Watch: Hmmm... Posts: 2,483	Help me make a decision please *Please go to poll up top once you've thought about it* Okay, here's the thing... I've just sold my 1680 with a view to "upgrading" it a little. The two I have left are my gilt PCG GMT... and my Great White SD... Now, I've decided to go for one of the following: A red Sub, simply because it's iconic, less abundant than the white and I love the red accent on the dial; or A nice 5512, because they''re rare enough to be interesting and it would give me a non-date alternative to the other two. What would you do??? __________________ Tony

3 August 2011, 05:59 PM	#2
cruvon "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 4,689	Red sub:) __________________ Last thing I remember, I was Running outta sight I had to find the passage back,To the place I was before. ’Relax,’ said this Rolex place,We are programmed to receive. You can checkout any time you like, But you can never leave!

3 August 2011, 06:26 PM	#3
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Red Sub, Tony! To me it's more visually appealing - love the strong red against the black, those analogue colours bring great contrast.... Fewer of them and there's a bit more wow over a Red Sub... __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

3 August 2011, 06:43 PM	#5
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,534	Nice pix Tony. Red Sub is my choice. __________________ E

3 August 2011, 06:41 PM	#4
jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	5512 I think it will offer more contrast in your collection than a red sub

3 August 2011, 07:18 PM	#6
silvershark Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Leeds Posts: 50	I would go Red Sub too.

3 August 2011, 07:35 PM	#7
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,009	It all depends on what kind of Red sub or 5512. If you are talking about a mint early PCG gilt 5512 than there is no question. If you are talking about an MK1 or tropical Red Mk2-3vs. a matte 5512--than there is no question. Details... __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

3 August 2011, 07:50 PM	#8
adt "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: A Location: SEA Posts: 473	I assume you are considering pieces that are not too hard to find. Not considering the ultra rare and expensive pieces, basically under $15k. I would go for a 5512 to add to your collection. You can wear it on the weekends or anytime without having to set the date. And 5512s are interesting and collectable.

3 August 2011, 07:53 PM	#9
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	condition of ach aside , think id go 5512.

3 August 2011, 08:09 PM	#10
eparisini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Emanuele Location: Italy Watch: 6263 FAP Posts: 795	It really depends on the watch! I'd buy the one in better conditions, the rare... Please post pics of the ones between you have to decide __________________ EAT, DRINK AND BE MAUI

3 August 2011, 09:47 PM	#11
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	I'm a bit bias I guess, but the Red Sub would be my choice. The bit of Red just does it for me. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

3 August 2011, 10:56 PM	#13
eparisini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Emanuele Location: Italy Watch: 6263 FAP Posts: 795	Wait for some monthes, years, and buy one of the those Ken told you! __________________ EAT, DRINK AND BE MAUI

3 August 2011, 10:57 PM	#14
learningtofly 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: London, England Watch: Hmmm... Posts: 2,483	I'll be doing that anyway/as well __________________ Tony

3 August 2011, 11:16 PM	#15
WylanB "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Tampa Bay Area Watch: 16520, 16600 Posts: 42	I think a red sub would fit in perfectly with your other two!

3 August 2011, 11:34 PM	#16
learningtofly 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: London, England Watch: Hmmm... Posts: 2,483	Well, the deal is done, and this is the watch :) Of course, once it's with me I'll pop up an "incoming" thread with some of my own photos... a 1972, 3m serial, mkV, feet first, open 6 beauty __________________ Tony

3 August 2011, 11:37 PM	#17
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	That looks real nice Tony. Congrats, great choice. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

3 August 2011, 11:38 PM	#18
cruvon "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 4,689	whew, congrats Tony, she's an stunner, looking forward to seeing more pics:) __________________ Last thing I remember, I was Running outta sight I had to find the passage back,To the place I was before. ’Relax,’ said this Rolex place,We are programmed to receive. You can checkout any time you like, But you can never leave!

3 August 2011, 11:56 PM	#19
learningtofly 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: London, England Watch: Hmmm... Posts: 2,483	Thanks guys - she's coming from an impeccable source, and I'm absolutely delighted! __________________ Tony

4 August 2011, 07:21 AM	#20
Ezza8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Australia Watch: Rolex Posts: 165	Wow, you don't muck around! Fantastic watch, wear in good health! Congratulations again

4 August 2011, 09:02 AM	#21
Racer X "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Dave Location: Unknown Posts: 999	Very nice. I think you made the right decision.

4 August 2011, 10:29 AM	#22
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	Congrats! I think you will be happy with your decision :)

4 August 2011, 10:35 AM	#23
Rickster "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: London, Ont. Posts: 666	I hardly had enough time to vote I think you made the right choice. That 1680 looks great!

4 August 2011, 10:44 AM	#24
Jannal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 685	I like both. Since I already own a Red 1680 then the 5512 would be my next choice. __________________ Bell & Ross: BRS-98S Casio: G-Shock GW-5000U / GW-5000-1JF / DW-5035D 35th / DW-5030C 30th / DW-5000SP 20th / DW-5600C-9CV / Marlin W-450 Panerai: Luminor 000i Seiko: SBGX117 / SBGX335

4 August 2011, 11:58 AM	#25
Rick-O "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Rick Location: Insane Watch: Anything Tropical Posts: 170	I vote 5512 as you don't have a Rolex without a date. Simple beauty

4 August 2011, 12:00 PM	#26
Rick-O "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Rick Location: Insane Watch: Anything Tropical Posts: 170	Oops, didn't read entire post...LOL..Congrats on the Red Sub

4 August 2011, 12:35 PM	#27
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	Huge congrats Tony!! Looks like an exceptional example!!!! Awesome choice, the 1680 red will be a nice addition.

4 August 2011, 01:16 PM	#28
adt "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: A Location: SEA Posts: 473	congratulations, that watch looks amazing.

4 August 2011, 04:32 PM	#29
colpol "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scotland Posts: 2,895	great looking red sub ! Respect

4 August 2011, 05:07 PM	#30
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	It's beautiful, well done Tony

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