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slide13 · 21 February 2018, 12:26 PM

Have you ever gone from one extreme to the other with a model?

I never gave the Milgauss more than the briefest consideration before being totally not interested. Just did nothing for me. Seemed a little too out there color wise and that second hand...

Then, today, for no apparent reason I find myself totally infatuated with the Z Blue. That dial, the green rimmed crystal, that whimsical second hand....can’t get it out of my head.

I have no idea why this has happened. Maybe it’s just a little boredom with the black dial.

nick800 · 21 February 2018, 12:34 PM

BLNR. Bought one. Then didn’t like it.

tng11 · 21 February 2018, 12:36 PM

That was the Hulk for me. Thought it was ugly AF at first then I paid closer attention to it and the hype got to me eventually. Now I think it's one of the most stunning production Rolexes.

Jerodp716 · 21 February 2018, 12:38 PM

Batman. Loved it when it came out but now, not so much. They’re everywhere.

Bobbyjoon11 · 21 February 2018, 12:38 PM

The same thing happened to me with the Hulk, did not get the appeal at first, but now I really appreciate how beautiful a watch it is, now if I could only get one :)

JParm · 21 February 2018, 12:40 PM

Hulk.

Absolutely hated it in pictures and had no idea why everyone loved it. Then I saw it while I was visiting the AD to look at the Blue Datejust II. Buh bye Datejust, hello Hulk!! Never looked back.

bigfatpauli · 21 February 2018, 12:45 PM

The Explorer II for me. I hated. I never even bothered to try one on. My wife thought it was nice so she asked me to try one on and I've loved it ever since.

chloebear · 21 February 2018, 12:47 PM

I totally get the pull of the Milgauss. I had it in white, flipped it, then just re-acquired it six months ago. I can't see ever parting with it again. I totally get the appeal of the z blue. It could be the most mesmerizing watch Rolex makes. Good luck fighting it off....no chance if you stick around here! You should save yourself the trouble and pick it up!

brandrea · 21 February 2018, 12:50 PM

I believe I was one of the early detractors of this reference... I think I chimed in when it was dubbed "seaweed" dweller etc etc.

Then, I saw one in the flesh and bought it on the spot.

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shawndww · 21 February 2018, 12:52 PM

Explorer II, I think it’s the ugliest one of the bunch in photos. It’s has been my daily wearer now for years. It does everything right on the wrist.

rebel_1 · 21 February 2018, 01:05 PM

The BLRO for me. Now it’s my daily.

Nikrnic · 21 February 2018, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shawndww

Explorer II, I think it’s the ugliest one of the bunch in photos. It’s has been my daily wearer now for years. It does everything right on the wrist.

It happened to me as well. Now my Air King became my daily wearer.

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kilyung · 22 February 2018, 12:40 AM

BLRO. I wasn’t sold on the colors until I saw it IRL.

AK797 · 22 February 2018, 12:43 AM

Not really, I suppose I'm not a huge fan of the brown on the Platona in pics but in real life the ice blue dial takes over the view.

Over time I do find black on black can get a little boring, I now prefer colour and Rolex do make the best most vibrant sunburst dials.

AK797 · 22 February 2018, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I believe I was one of the early detractors of this reference... I think I chimed in when it was dubbed "seaweed" dweller etc etc.

Then, I saw one in the flesh and bought it on the spot.

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Seaweed and Pootona, who would imagine those used now.... ahh, the beauty of a brand new Basel.

watchwatcher · 22 February 2018, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

BLRO. I wasn’t sold on the colors until I saw it IRL.

Me too, Mike. When I tried it on though, man...did I ever know.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

Over time I do find black on black can get a little boring, I now prefer colour and Rolex do make the best most vibrant sunburst dials.

Agreed, Neil.

brandrea · 22 February 2018, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Seaweed and Pootona, who would imagine those used now.... ahh, the beauty of a brand new Basel.

So true

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opawlows · 22 February 2018, 01:12 AM

BLNR- loved it in pictures, was next on my list, saw it in person and thought it was just ok. Saw the LVC in person and that has now taken over as the next one to acquire (hopefully!)

RichM · 22 February 2018, 02:40 AM

I flipped my BLNR for a 116719
I flipped my TT Subc for 116619
I flipped my Daytona 500 for a 116519.

Cru Jones · 22 February 2018, 02:56 AM

BLRO.... hated it at first (why not in SS?!?), but now I appreciate and really like it.

bellesdad0417 · 22 February 2018, 03:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slide13

Have you ever gone from one extreme to the other with a model?

I never gave the Milgauss more than the briefest consideration before being totally not interested. Just did nothing for me. Seemed a little too out there color wise and that second hand...

Then, today, for no apparent reason I find myself totally infatuated with the Z Blue. That dial, the green rimmed crystal, that whimsical second hand....can’t get it out of my head.

I have no idea why this has happened. Maybe it’s just a little boredom with the black dial.

This happened to me within the Milgauss line actually. I bought the GV black dial wore it exactly one night then went back to my AD the next day and swapped it out for the Z-blue. Fortunately they only charged me to redo the warrantee card.

rollee1 · 22 February 2018, 05:34 AM

I experience the other way to nearly every modern Rolex watch.
Saw it, must have, got it, didn't do anything, rid it/ safe queen.

Older case OTOH have been singing steadily all along, I'm back to basics 36mm anything.

errol0_7 · 22 February 2018, 05:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick800

BLNR. Bought one. Then didn’t like it.

Sold my LN for the blnr - when had the blnr in the flesh preferred the LN

So switched back

OmegaManOnTheMoon · 22 February 2018, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slide13

Have you ever gone from one extreme to the other with a model?

Yes, on the Speedmaster Pro. It was never on the radar till I went to Omega to see the Railmaste 60th. Didn't love that but fell in love with the Moonwatch. within 18 hours, DavidSW delivered.

joli160 · 22 February 2018, 06:08 AM

When the DSSD came out I tried it and found it a ridiculous watch. Now a happy owner

xspect · 22 February 2018, 06:24 AM

I had to have a DSSD when they first came out. But it was waaayyy too big for me.

During the same time I couldnt stand a little wimpy speedy. Now the speedy and a OP grape are my daily watches.

zaydans · 22 February 2018, 09:50 AM

Must say green is not my favorite color but the more I look at the hulk the more I’m drawn to it!!

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HogwldFLTR · 22 February 2018, 10:29 AM

I was gungho about the 114060 and already owned a 14060. After a year the 114060 felt awkward on the wrist so I traded it. Bought a blue DJII and later picked up the Blue SkyD. The DJII which I liked so much became redundant.

GMT Aviator · 22 February 2018, 12:12 PM

Yep, the Datejust in general. Couldn't see the desirability in them once upon a time.

Now I think they are the definitive Rolex by a mile. Just so much variety in the line up, beautifully put together. I look at all the Subs, Deep seas, SD's now and just can't see fascination for them. They're great watches, but the good old Datejust blows them all away to my mind.

run23 · 22 February 2018, 12:19 PM

Daytona. Thought the dial was too busy for its size and didn’t get the big deal, then I wore by friend’s Daytona for a day and I became a believer.

21 February 2018, 12:26 PM	#1
slide13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Here Posts: 1,003	*Ever flipped complete 180 on a model?** Have you ever gone from one extreme to the other with a model? I never gave the Milgauss more than the briefest consideration before being totally not interested. Just did nothing for me. Seemed a little too out there color wise and that second hand... Then, today, for no apparent reason I find myself totally infatuated with the Z Blue. That dial, the green rimmed crystal, that whimsical second hand....can’t get it out of my head. I have no idea why this has happened. Maybe it’s just a little boredom with the black dial.

21 February 2018, 12:40 PM	#6
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,568	Hulk. Absolutely hated it in pictures and had no idea why everyone loved it. Then I saw it while I was visiting the AD to look at the Blue Datejust II. Buh bye Datejust, hello Hulk!! Never looked back. __________________

21 February 2018, 01:05 PM	#11
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	The BLRO for me. Now it’s my daily. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

22 February 2018, 02:40 AM	#19
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,772	I flipped my BLNR for a 116719 I flipped my TT Subc for 116619 I flipped my Daytona 500 for a 116519. __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

22 February 2018, 05:34 AM	#22
rollee1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Rollee Location: Boston Watch: it watching me Posts: 1,945	I experience the other way to nearly every modern Rolex watch. Saw it, must have, got it, didn't do anything, rid it/ safe queen. Older case OTOH have been singing steadily all along, I'm back to basics 36mm anything. __________________ Time you enjoy wasting was not wasted

21 February 2018, 12:34 PM	#2
nick800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 1,581	BLNR. Bought one. Then didn’t like it.

21 February 2018, 12:36 PM	#3
tng11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: N/A Posts: 3,634	That was the Hulk for me. Thought it was ugly AF at first then I paid closer attention to it and the hype got to me eventually. Now I think it's one of the most stunning production Rolexes.

21 February 2018, 12:38 PM	#4
Jerodp716 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: LA Posts: 427	Batman. Loved it when it came out but now, not so much. They’re everywhere.

21 February 2018, 12:38 PM	#5
Bobbyjoon11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Folsom Posts: 48	The same thing happened to me with the Hulk, did not get the appeal at first, but now I really appreciate how beautiful a watch it is, now if I could only get one :)

21 February 2018, 12:45 PM	#7
bigfatpauli "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 684	The Explorer II for me. I hated. I never even bothered to try one on. My wife thought it was nice so she asked me to try one on and I've loved it ever since.

21 February 2018, 12:47 PM	#8
chloebear Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: USA Watch: Explorer Posts: 2,902	I totally get the pull of the Milgauss. I had it in white, flipped it, then just re-acquired it six months ago. I can't see ever parting with it again. I totally get the appeal of the z blue. It could be the most mesmerizing watch Rolex makes. Good luck fighting it off....no chance if you stick around here! You should save yourself the trouble and pick it up!

21 February 2018, 12:50 PM	#9
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,126	I believe I was one of the early detractors of this reference... I think I chimed in when it was dubbed "seaweed" dweller etc etc. Then, I saw one in the flesh and bought it on the spot. Sent from my SM-G935W8 using Tapatalk

21 February 2018, 12:52 PM	#10
shawndww "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: SSM Watch: Rolex GMT 6542 Posts: 268	Explorer II, I think it’s the ugliest one of the bunch in photos. It’s has been my daily wearer now for years. It does everything right on the wrist.

22 February 2018, 12:40 AM	#13
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	BLRO. I wasn’t sold on the colors until I saw it IRL.

22 February 2018, 12:43 AM	#14
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Not really, I suppose I'm not a huge fan of the brown on the Platona in pics but in real life the ice blue dial takes over the view. Over time I do find black on black can get a little boring, I now prefer colour and Rolex do make the best most vibrant sunburst dials.

22 February 2018, 01:12 AM	#18
opawlows "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Earth Watch: Rolex/Tudor/PAM Posts: 1,278	BLNR- loved it in pictures, was next on my list, saw it in person and thought it was just ok. Saw the LVC in person and that has now taken over as the next one to acquire (hopefully!)

22 February 2018, 02:56 AM	#20
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,301	BLRO.... hated it at first (why not in SS?!?), but now I appreciate and really like it.

22 February 2018, 06:08 AM	#25
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,761	When the DSSD came out I tried it and found it a ridiculous watch. Now a happy owner __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

22 February 2018, 06:24 AM	#26
xspect "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: louisiana Posts: 269	I had to have a DSSD when they first came out. But it was waaayyy too big for me. During the same time I couldnt stand a little wimpy speedy. Now the speedy and a OP grape are my daily watches.

22 February 2018, 09:50 AM	#27
zaydans "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Joe Location: CONUS Watch: Rolex 116710 Posts: 994	Must say green is not my favorite color but the more I look at the hulk the more I’m drawn to it!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 February 2018, 10:29 AM	#28
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,697	I was gungho about the 114060 and already owned a 14060. After a year the 114060 felt awkward on the wrist so I traded it. Bought a blue DJII and later picked up the Blue SkyD. The DJII which I liked so much became redundant. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

22 February 2018, 12:12 PM	#29
GMT Aviator 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: London Posts: 3,318	Yep, the Datejust in general. Couldn't see the desirability in them once upon a time. Now I think they are the definitive Rolex by a mile. Just so much variety in the line up, beautifully put together. I look at all the Subs, Deep seas, SD's now and just can't see fascination for them. They're great watches, but the good old Datejust blows them all away to my mind.

22 February 2018, 12:19 PM	#30
run23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Brooklyn Posts: 590	Daytona. Thought the dial was too busy for its size and didn’t get the big deal, then I wore by friend’s Daytona for a day and I became a believer.

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