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HL65 · 7 January 2017, 10:51 AM

Definitely not redundant and both would go great together in a collection. Either would make a great first Rolex. If I could only have one though the BLNR would be my choice.

mdx77 · 7 January 2017, 10:54 AM

BLNR

subtona · 7 January 2017, 10:57 AM

Sub

Ally9 · 7 January 2017, 11:02 AM

If I were to start again tomorrow my very first watch would be an Omega Moonwatch. It is simply $ for $ the most legendary watch a starter collector can buy. My second would be a ND sub or a SD. This would be the beginning and the end of my Rolex and Omega collecting before graduating to haute horologie

Tbonewalk · 7 January 2017, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by joesephcho

yup...cant go wrong with either. I'm partial to the 14060.

I started this odyssey not all that long ago, read an article about the 14060, found one. Understated eloquence! Watches have come and gone around here, but so far, the no date sub has stuck around. And almost half the price of the new ones you're interested in. I like the vintage stuff more. Remember, buy new and if you want out of it, it's hard to get your money back... so you better love it!

slowturbo · 7 January 2017, 11:46 AM

You cant go wrong either way

datejust24 · 7 January 2017, 11:52 AM

I would go for a 5 digit reference personally....the non COSC 14060M is an absolute stunner and the epitome of Rolex. You just simply cannot go wrong. This was my first sports Rolex reference and deep down one of my all time favorites. Just my .02

zama · 7 January 2017, 11:52 AM

Sub not date, Oyster perpetual all are good options.......

sensui · 7 January 2017, 11:58 AM

Another vote for the 14060 two liner over the modern reference. But I totally think if just one watch...I'd go with the blnr.

Spartacus · 7 January 2017, 12:59 PM

hide sight 20/20, I would go 5 digit sub or sea dweller.

wayne93117 · 7 January 2017, 01:11 PM

I just went subc. Same debate, wanted the icon first.

Ragna · 7 January 2017, 01:14 PM

Well if you want to go previous models remember that they require some more knowledge about condition.

Just saying

Iloreyix · 7 January 2017, 01:23 PM

Both are beautiful, the Sub ND is timeless. Always in fashion.

japenney · 7 January 2017, 01:46 PM

blnr + daytona is probably the most versatile duo in the entire collection. I would go blnr for my first watch if i was just starting again.

watchwatcher · 7 January 2017, 01:50 PM

Unless you need the secondary time zone, hard to beat a sub.

yunach · 7 January 2017, 02:09 PM

Why don't you go BLNR + LV. killer combo

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Steve36Efc · 7 January 2017, 02:14 PM

Both are perfect as part of a collection or on their own.

RastabanStar · 7 January 2017, 02:38 PM

They are redundant, but not so much that you couldn't own both. Personally, the 16710 is my GMT of choice, so I wouldn't get the BLNR. How many watches will you own in your collection? They're are many other great watches that you can get for $7-$8K. Do you really need 2 modern rolexes with similar dials and cases? From 5 feet away they look like the same watch, imo.

My recommendation would be a clean 16710 with solid end links and all the bezel options. Otherwise mark me down for the no date sub. Also keep in mind that Rolex will eventually offer another SS GMT, which may drive down the demand and cost of the BLNR.

Bigsykedaddy · 7 January 2017, 06:33 PM

All I have to say is that if you go with the Sub (Gorgeous watch) make sure you absolutely live without a date function. I purchased the 114060 as my first watch (I loved the symmetry and cleanliness of the dial and the fact that THE OG Submariner didn't have a date.) and while I loved the look of it, not having a date drove me absolutely nuts. I really didn't think having no date for my only watch would bother me at all, turns out I was wrong. If you no for a fact that won't matter to you then the 114060 is an excellent choice and is a watch that will last you forever.

Knowing what I know now I would have either went with the SubC Date or the BLNR. I have loved the Sub forever but when I tried on the BLNR at my AD it sung to me like no other watch had. I plan to own both eventually but whichever you pick you absolutely can't go wrong (unless like me not having a date on your only watch drives you mad

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Good luck and I can't wait to see what you choose!

polaris72 · 7 January 2017, 09:27 PM

Both are great watches, I have 114060 and I would like to add a GMT to my collection one day. Look around, it is fun to search for a watch anyway and get the one with a better discount. Get the other one later on.

KBM · 7 January 2017, 09:59 PM

Sub for me as a first, glidelock and diving bezel serve me better than easylink and 2 time zones.

OmegaJJH · 7 January 2017, 10:46 PM

Every collection needs a Sub!

I started with a Sub and then you can add add add.

BLNR / Daytona / DJ - the list is endless. Good luck!

1William · 7 January 2017, 11:42 PM

I would start with the 114060. Great watch and a classic. The Glidelock bracelet is the best. Wear it for awhile and see what interests you. The BLNR is nice but I would look at the Polar Explorer II 42 mm. To me a unique watch with the white dial that can be had for significantly less than the BLNR, and for me, is a better fit. With the money you save you could buy a pre-owned Omega Speedmaster and then have all the bases covered.

7 January 2017, 10:51 AM	#31
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	Definitely not redundant and both would go great together in a collection. Either would make a great first Rolex. If I could only have one though the BLNR would be my choice. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

7 January 2017, 10:54 AM	#32
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7 January 2017, 10:57 AM	#33
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,602	Sub __________________

7 January 2017, 11:46 AM	#36
slowturbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Alan Location: NoVA Watch: 42mm Polar Exp II Posts: 333	You cant go wrong either way __________________ Rolex 326934 White Omega Speedmaster GSOTM Meteorite PAM 1314 IWC 3777-01 JLC Reverso Grand Taille

7 January 2017, 11:52 AM	#38
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,808	Sub not date, Oyster perpetual all are good options....... __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

7 January 2017, 11:02 AM	#34
Ally9 Banned Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: somewhere Posts: 169	If I were to start again tomorrow my very first watch would be an Omega Moonwatch. It is simply $ for $ the most legendary watch a starter collector can buy. My second would be a ND sub or a SD. This would be the beginning and the end of my Rolex and Omega collecting before graduating to haute horologie

7 January 2017, 11:52 AM	#37
datejust24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati,Ohio Watch: Rolexssss Posts: 3,504	I would go for a 5 digit reference personally....the non COSC 14060M is an absolute stunner and the epitome of Rolex. You just simply cannot go wrong. This was my first sports Rolex reference and deep down one of my all time favorites. Just my .02

7 January 2017, 11:58 AM	#39
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,446	Another vote for the 14060 two liner over the modern reference. But I totally think if just one watch...I'd go with the blnr.

7 January 2017, 12:59 PM	#40
Spartacus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: DC Watch: Daytona Posts: 2,745	hide sight 20/20, I would go 5 digit sub or sea dweller.

7 January 2017, 01:11 PM	#41
wayne93117 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 97	I just went subc. Same debate, wanted the icon first.

7 January 2017, 01:14 PM	#42
Ragna Banned Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: The Matrix Posts: 1,070	What would you start a collection with? Well if you want to go previous models remember that they require some more knowledge about condition. Just saying

7 January 2017, 01:23 PM	#43
Iloreyix "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: 114060 Sub-C Posts: 513	Start with the ultimate Iconic watch Both are beautiful, the Sub ND is timeless. Always in fashion. Attached Images

7 January 2017, 01:46 PM	#44
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	blnr + daytona is probably the most versatile duo in the entire collection. I would go blnr for my first watch if i was just starting again.

7 January 2017, 01:50 PM	#45
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,055	Unless you need the secondary time zone, hard to beat a sub.

7 January 2017, 02:09 PM	#46
yunach "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: iphone Watch: RolexRolexRolex Posts: 297	Why don't you go BLNR + LV. killer combo Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

7 January 2017, 02:14 PM	#47
Steve36Efc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Wales Watch: 126603 Posts: 2,606	Both are perfect as part of a collection or on their own. Last edited by Steve36Efc; 7 January 2017 at 02:15 PM.. Reason: Spelling

7 January 2017, 02:38 PM	#48
RastabanStar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 343	They are redundant, but not so much that you couldn't own both. Personally, the 16710 is my GMT of choice, so I wouldn't get the BLNR. How many watches will you own in your collection? They're are many other great watches that you can get for $7-$8K. Do you really need 2 modern rolexes with similar dials and cases? From 5 feet away they look like the same watch, imo. My recommendation would be a clean 16710 with solid end links and all the bezel options. Otherwise mark me down for the no date sub. Also keep in mind that Rolex will eventually offer another SS GMT, which may drive down the demand and cost of the BLNR.

7 January 2017, 06:33 PM	#49
Bigsykedaddy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Anthony Location: Florida Watch: LVc \| SubC Posts: 2,285	All I have to say is that if you go with the Sub (Gorgeous watch) make sure you absolutely live without a date function. I purchased the 114060 as my first watch (I loved the symmetry and cleanliness of the dial and the fact that THE OG Submariner didn't have a date.) and while I loved the look of it, not having a date drove me absolutely nuts. I really didn't think having no date for my only watch would bother me at all, turns out I was wrong. If you no for a fact that won't matter to you then the 114060 is an excellent choice and is a watch that will last you forever. Knowing what I know now I would have either went with the SubC Date or the BLNR. I have loved the Sub forever but when I tried on the BLNR at my AD it sung to me like no other watch had. I plan to own both eventually but whichever you pick you absolutely can't go wrong (unless like me not having a date on your only watch drives you mad ) Good luck and I can't wait to see what you choose!

7 January 2017, 09:27 PM	#50
polaris72 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: U.S./Vienna, AT Posts: 1,967	Both are great watches, I have 114060 and I would like to add a GMT to my collection one day. Look around, it is fun to search for a watch anyway and get the one with a better discount. Get the other one later on.

7 January 2017, 09:59 PM	#51
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Sub for me as a first, glidelock and diving bezel serve me better than easylink and 2 time zones.

7 January 2017, 10:46 PM	#52
OmegaJJH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 6,668	Every collection needs a Sub! I started with a Sub and then you can add add add. BLNR / Daytona / DJ - the list is endless. Good luck!

7 January 2017, 11:42 PM	#53
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,801	I would start with the 114060. Great watch and a classic. The Glidelock bracelet is the best. Wear it for awhile and see what interests you. The BLNR is nice but I would look at the Polar Explorer II 42 mm. To me a unique watch with the white dial that can be had for significantly less than the BLNR, and for me, is a better fit. With the money you save you could buy a pre-owned Omega Speedmaster and then have all the bases covered.

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