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Old 27 June 2008, 05:14 AM   #1
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Which Rolex Submariner?

Hi all,

Firstly great site and very informative.

I am on the brink of buying my first Rolex and love the Submariner. However I am unsure what to buy? I have been told to buy a brand new one and others recommend an older, slightly cheaper one as they are all very similar!

Is this true, I appreciate there is many variations of the same model, could anyone offer any sound advice?

Many thanks in advance :-)
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Old 27 June 2008, 05:29 AM   #2
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Hi.and Welcome.

I have a 2002 SS Sub Date and have just sent it for its fist service that will cost £260,
So that is something to consider when buying pre-owned.
The current price of a new one is around £2900 therefore you would need to get one under £2000 to make it worth it IMO



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Old 27 June 2008, 05:35 AM   #3
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Thanks for the information, it all goes towards hopefully getting it right first time.

Can you get a used Submariner in good condition for around the 2k mark?

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Old 27 June 2008, 05:54 AM   #4
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Thanks for the information, it all goes towards hopefully getting it right first time.

Can you get a used Submariner in good condition for around the 2k mark?

No
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:00 AM   #5
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Allen, he's talking 2K in Pound Sterling which is close to 4K USD.
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:01 AM   #6
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I mean two thousand sterling not dollars if that helps!

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Old 27 June 2008, 06:02 AM   #7
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Allen, he's talking 2K in Pound Sterling which is close to 4K USD.
I forgot, not everyone has a failing economy... my bad, lol
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:07 AM   #8
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So is there a recommended model to pitch for? What is the most popular and which is likley to hold so value?

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Old 27 June 2008, 06:08 AM   #9
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I forgot, not everyone has a failing economy... my bad, lol
Well considering how the stock market is doing today, I totally understand!!!! Red numbers just about everywhere except food and gas!!!
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:12 AM   #10
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Well considering how the stock market is doing today, I totally understand!!!! Red numbers just about everywhere except food and gas!!!

Don't worry guys us Brits are chasing you down the financial slippery slope very fast indeed.
Give it a few months and well be deeper in the brown stuff than you are
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Don't worry guys us Brits are chasing you down the financial slippery slope very fast indeed.
Give it a few months and well be deeper in the brown stuff than you are
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Ya know if it's a first purchase, you're better off buying from an AD. Don't risk getting ripped off. Good Luck!
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:14 AM   #13
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Thanks for the optimism!
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:16 AM   #14
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That was aimed at the economy jibe - lol not your comment fear!

I think I will opt for the AD, is there different models in the new Submariner line? Which would be the best one to go for?

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Old 27 June 2008, 06:22 AM   #15
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So is there a recommended model to pitch for? What is the most popular and which is likley to hold so value?


SS holds value a little better, that being said....the TT Blue has a pretty substantial fan base.
You can't go wrong with either. My first Rolex was the TT Blue, loved it then & still love it but I do prefer the SS models for daily wear now that I have the option. At the end of the day you really can't go wrong with either. I would visit the AD, try on both and buy the one that smiles at you.
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:25 AM   #16
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Cheers, I am visiting the AD this weekend so I will see what smiles back.
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:25 AM   #17
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The classic Sub is the 16610.
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:28 AM   #18
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Forgive my ignorance, I have tried to research all the models but what is the SS Sumbmariner?
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Old 27 June 2008, 06:43 AM   #19
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Forgive my ignorance, I have tried to research all the models but what is the SS Sumbmariner?
Spend some time in our reference library... Lots of great information there...

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=30746
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That was aimed at the economy jibe - lol not your comment fear!

I think I will opt for the AD, is there different models in the new Submariner line? Which would be the best one to go for?

It's all cool. Don't worry about it.

I have the 16610 Z series. The current M series have the Rolex RRRs around the chapter ring. Some people like to CBR, some don't. There may still be ADs with unsold subdates without the CBR.

The 14060M sub do not have the date feature. The current ones also have the CRB as well as chronometer title. I've seen an older unsold no date sub without the RRR at a local AD. There may still be some out there.
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Ya know if it's a first purchase, you're better off buying from an AD. Don't risk getting ripped off. Good Luck!

x2 - find a local and respected AD - the Rolex web site will point you in the right direction. You may pay RRP or close to it but you will have a brand new Sub, guaranteed to be genuine, and you will be in seventh heaven.

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Probably, most buyers will buy the 16610 SS Sub Date, it is a classic. Then, you will desire a TT Sub, in either blue face or black. It's impossible to own only one !!! Here are my two Sub date watches.


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Hi all,

Firstly great site and very informative.

I am on the brink of buying my first Rolex and love the Submariner. However I am unsure what to buy? I have been told to buy a brand new one and others recommend an older, slightly cheaper one as they are all very similar!

Is this true, I appreciate there is many variations of the same model, could anyone offer any sound advice?

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Old 27 June 2008, 07:05 AM   #23
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Sweet watches, it does seem rather addictive.

Keep the advice and information coming! I have learnt more in two hours here than I have surfing the net for and asking people for nearly a year!

All appreciated
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Old 27 June 2008, 07:18 AM   #24
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Sweet watches, it does seem rather addictive.

Keep the advice and information coming! I have learnt more in two hours here than I have surfing the net for and asking people for nearly a year!

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Fair warning: they're very addictive, far more then they should be, lol
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Welcome to TRF!

I also vote for getting a brand new SS Sub Date from an AD. When it's your first Rolex, you want to get the right thing and full benefit of the warranty.

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Old 27 June 2008, 07:44 AM   #26
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the price of a submariner is 3090 pounds

i can help you get 10% of a brand new one from ernest jones and 12 months interest free credit

i hope that helps...
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Old 27 June 2008, 12:05 PM   #27
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I also recommend getting your first one from AD. When you put your name on the warranty card, you will smile ear to ear..... call me shallow, but that's how i felt.
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Old 27 June 2008, 01:47 PM   #28
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i'm trying to decide between a sub date and an LV with a black insert
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Old 27 June 2008, 05:39 PM   #29
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The current price of a new one is around £2900
Just a quick correction on price, the Sub date retails for £3090 the ND version £2790
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Old 28 June 2008, 06:20 AM   #30
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buy new from a rolex dealer thier is not much if any discount to be had on this type of watch and you get peace of mind and the buzz of sliding on your first rolex its something i cant describe but trust me you will no what i am saying when you buy your watch good luck let us no how u get on
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