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watchfan0529 · 14 May 2018, 11:19 AM

Hey folks,

I've been a lurker here for a while but my first time posting. Does anyone here have a one-watch collection? If so, what watch do you have, and are you tempted to expand your collection?

I have a few pieces atm (a few Rolex pieces, Patek, and incoming AP..) but the idea of buying a 116719BLRO blue dial as my one-watch collection is really appealing..it's very discrete yet super versatile, and only those in-the-know understand what you're wearing. My only worry is the white gold being a bit softer than the SS models..

Thanks to all in advance.

codecow · 14 May 2018, 11:32 AM

Rollies...

Roger Lococco · 14 May 2018, 11:33 AM

For 15 years, I had a one-watch collection. A Pepsi GMT - 16710. I only have 3 watches now, but to be honest I kind of miss the days when I just had one...

adawil2002 · 14 May 2018, 11:36 AM

One of anything does not a collection make.

WhiskeyKoffee · 14 May 2018, 11:38 AM

You lost me at Rollies.

watchmework · 14 May 2018, 11:41 AM

Right now I just have a SD43 and am super happy with just having one. In a few years maybe I’ll grab another but for right now, this is all I need.

Urosfan · 14 May 2018, 11:42 AM

Welcome

watchfan0529 · 14 May 2018, 11:46 AM

haha ok, fixed it to "Rolex!"..though i do think one should avoid discriminating due to semantics and implied social class, and to focus on the message itself:)

Jack T · 14 May 2018, 12:09 PM

One watch, yes it makes life simpler but there are so many beautiful pieces out there. And it works for most people. As for the BLRO to be the one and only, not sure if that would work for me.

ap1 · 14 May 2018, 12:15 PM

I’d rock that as a one watch, it’s tough so don’t worry about the metal

PLNYC · 14 May 2018, 12:17 PM

I had a gmt as a 1 watch for a while.

Jack T · 14 May 2018, 12:18 PM

Changed my mind, could definitely go with the BLRO as a one and only !!

rebel_1 · 14 May 2018, 12:20 PM

I’m not a one watch guy. I need a selection. If I were to have just one, it would be a YG SubC.

Wolfgangamadeus · 14 May 2018, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchfan0529

haha ok, fixed it to "Rolex!"..though i do think one should avoid discriminating due to semantics and implied social class, and to focus on the message itself:)

This

WhiskeyKoffee · 14 May 2018, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchfan0529

haha ok, fixed it to "Rolex!"..though i do think one should avoid discriminating due to semantics and implied social class, and to focus on the message itself:)

I object to your use of the term "discriminating" and instead point out that a disagreement with a term (in this case "Rollies") does not equate to discrimination, nor does it say anything about implied social class.

codecow · 14 May 2018, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchfan0529

haha ok, fixed it to "Rolex!"..though i do think one should avoid discriminating due to semantics and implied social class, and to focus on the message itself:)

Yeah I just don’t like that.

Joemck · 14 May 2018, 12:55 PM

The BLRO is a fantastic piece and the white gold is not soft at all. PCLs scratch no matter the metal. It is an excellent choice

MJ8 · 14 May 2018, 01:26 PM

116610LN (SUB C date) is my one watch collection.

I bought a 14000M (2006 Air King), and for a while had a 2 watch collection but gifted that to my father.

I Loved the airking while I owned it (temporarily even more than my sub) but eventually I realised that every time I did not wear my sub I missed it and having more than 1 watch kind of bugged me. The sub c date, is the best 1 watch any man can own IMHO.

tmo8320 · 14 May 2018, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by watchmework

Right now I just have a SD43 and am super happy with just having one. In a few years maybe I’ll grab another but for right now, this is all I need.

Literally this

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chloebear · 14 May 2018, 01:59 PM

I could easily be a one watch guy.....I'm not at the moment, but I see the appeal. The white gold GMT could easily be a one and only.

G'ed · 14 May 2018, 02:04 PM

This topic has been discussed elaborately but no one able to pull it off successfully and report back. TRF is bad influence.

russ86 · 14 May 2018, 02:18 PM

I do not believe in one collection watch.
I have a lot of watch pieces and benefits of that you can wear different ones for diff occasions, if I will go diving, I will wear my Sub or Tag Aquaracer , if I will go to formal event, I will wear my AP or Hublot, if I will go to work, I can wear Omega Speedmaster or Datejust and so on

watchmework · 14 May 2018, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tmo8320

Literally this

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Squire711 · 14 May 2018, 02:35 PM

Personally i like to have a choice, but i didn’t for a couple of years just have a GMT. Until i got bug for more Rolex’s, i am now waiting for my next one to come from his year announcements.

Hooked/excited

polaris72 · 14 May 2018, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiskeyKoffee

I object to your use of the term "discriminating" and instead point out that a disagreement with a term (in this case "Rollies") does not equate to discrimination, nor does it say anything about implied social class.

This, a little bit sensitive perhaps?

glassdial · 14 May 2018, 04:03 PM

I thought of selling my 2 Tudor Chronographs and going with one watch the Daytona white dial 116500 but at the end of the day I like them too much to sell for their market value so I'm going with the 3 plus a G shock.

chad362wiley · 14 May 2018, 04:11 PM

I love having a selection, and it sounds like now you have a great one. I think having 3-5 pieces is great, and you can just go thru periods of time where you only wear one. The freedom is nice

tyler1980 · 14 May 2018, 04:20 PM

if you only want one watch, its not a bad choice at all and it covers pretty much every situation. I might get a sky dweller instead though as i think that is slightly more versatile, especially for the dressier occasions.

Swiss Mad! · 14 May 2018, 04:27 PM

Hi OP

Just wondered how versatile a BLRO would be really?

As beautiful as it is, is it really all things to all men as you say it will be as a one and only?

I just feel coloured dials and bezels have their place, but tend to look better in more casual situations - you know, jeans t shirt etc.

Sometimes you can't beat the simple elegance of a black dial & black bezel if attending a formal function or business meeting etc.

If you don't find yourself in that kind of situation too often then ok, but just have a serious think about it before committing to one watch for all occasions

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HogwldFLTR · 14 May 2018, 04:29 PM

I've always found it strange how offended people on the Forum are by the slang name for Rolex. Regardless, the white gold version of the BLRO actually to me is more desirable than the SS versions!!! It's gorgeous!! Welcome to the forum. Some of the member collect watches by owning one at a time and flipping them. Nothing wrong with that strategy as it reduces cost and allows experience with great watches!!!

14 May 2018, 11:19 AM	#1
watchfan0529 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Geneva Posts: 132	One-Watch Collection Hey folks, I've been a lurker here for a while but my first time posting. Does anyone here have a one-watch collection? If so, what watch do you have, and are you tempted to expand your collection? I have a few pieces atm (a few Rolex pieces, Patek, and incoming AP..) but the idea of buying a 116719BLRO blue dial as my one-watch collection is really appealing..it's very discrete yet super versatile, and only those in-the-know understand what you're wearing. My only worry is the white gold being a bit softer than the SS models.. Thanks to all in advance. Attached Images Last edited by watchfan0529; 14 May 2018 at 11:46 AM.. Reason: people offended with "Rollies"

14 May 2018, 11:33 AM	#3
Roger Lococco "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Roger Lococco Location: Asia Watch: 126719BLRO Pepsi Posts: 2,980	For 15 years, I had a one-watch collection. A Pepsi GMT - 16710. I only have 3 watches now, but to be honest I kind of miss the days when I just had one... __________________ 116500 Daytona White Dial 126710BLNR GMT II 126719BLRO Blue Dial Pepsi GMT II

14 May 2018, 11:36 AM	#4
adawil2002 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Andrew Wilson Location: Brunswick, Maine Watch: 16550 Explorer II Posts: 1,773	One of anything does not a collection make. __________________ 6284 SS, 16014 SS Jubilee silver stick, 16253 TT Blue Thunderbird, 16550 SS Exp II Cream, bought in 1986, 116400GV Z-blue Milgauss, 79260 Tudor, 116660 DSSD-Blue, 116500LV Daytona White, 116710 BLNR, 326934 Blue Skydweller

14 May 2018, 11:38 AM	#5
WhiskeyKoffee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Mike Location: Georgia Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 385	You lost me at Rollies. __________________ 116610LV, Hulk, March/2018 126655, November/2022 Next/Last 126600

14 May 2018, 12:09 PM	#9
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	One watch, yes it makes life simpler but there are so many beautiful pieces out there. And it works for most people. As for the BLRO to be the one and only, not sure if that would work for me. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

14 May 2018, 11:32 AM	#2
codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 5,196	Rollies...

14 May 2018, 11:41 AM	#6
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	Right now I just have a SD43 and am super happy with just having one. In a few years maybe I’ll grab another but for right now, this is all I need.

14 May 2018, 11:42 AM	#7
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Welcome

14 May 2018, 11:46 AM	#8
watchfan0529 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Geneva Posts: 132	haha ok, fixed it to "Rolex!"..though i do think one should avoid discriminating due to semantics and implied social class, and to focus on the message itself:)

14 May 2018, 12:15 PM	#10
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	I’d rock that as a one watch, it’s tough so don’t worry about the metal

14 May 2018, 12:17 PM	#11
PLNYC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mars Posts: 1,683	I had a gmt as a 1 watch for a while. __________________

14 May 2018, 12:18 PM	#12
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Changed my mind, could definitely go with the BLRO as a one and only !! __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

14 May 2018, 12:20 PM	#13
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	I’m not a one watch guy. I need a selection. If I were to have just one, it would be a YG SubC. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

14 May 2018, 12:55 PM	#17
Joemck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Boston Watch: And listen Posts: 690	The BLRO is a fantastic piece and the white gold is not soft at all. PCLs scratch no matter the metal. It is an excellent choice __________________ " Now and then we had a hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to become pirates." ---- Mark Twain

14 May 2018, 01:26 PM	#18
MJ8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: UK Watch: 116610LN Posts: 424	116610LN (SUB C date) is my one watch collection. I bought a 14000M (2006 Air King), and for a while had a 2 watch collection but gifted that to my father. I Loved the airking while I owned it (temporarily even more than my sub) but eventually I realised that every time I did not wear my sub I missed it and having more than 1 watch kind of bugged me. The sub c date, is the best 1 watch any man can own IMHO.

14 May 2018, 01:59 PM	#20
chloebear Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: USA Watch: Explorer Posts: 2,902	I could easily be a one watch guy.....I'm not at the moment, but I see the appeal. The white gold GMT could easily be a one and only.

14 May 2018, 02:04 PM	#21
G'ed "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: RolexHQ boardroom Posts: 1,232	This topic has been discussed elaborately but no one able to pull it off successfully and report back. TRF is bad influence.

14 May 2018, 02:18 PM	#22
russ86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Ross C. Location: Miami, FL. Posts: 964	I do not believe in one collection watch. I have a lot of watch pieces and benefits of that you can wear different ones for diff occasions, if I will go diving, I will wear my Sub or Tag Aquaracer , if I will go to formal event, I will wear my AP or Hublot, if I will go to work, I can wear Omega Speedmaster or Datejust and so on

14 May 2018, 02:35 PM	#24
Squire711 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: UK Watch: Daytona Posts: 73	Personally i like to have a choice, but i didn’t for a couple of years just have a GMT. Until i got bug for more Rolex’s, i am now waiting for my next one to come from his year announcements. Hooked/excited

14 May 2018, 04:03 PM	#26
glassdial Banned Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: NY London Posts: 186	I thought of selling my 2 Tudor Chronographs and going with one watch the Daytona white dial 116500 but at the end of the day I like them too much to sell for their market value so I'm going with the 3 plus a G shock.

14 May 2018, 04:11 PM	#27
chad362wiley "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: N/A Posts: 1,218	I love having a selection, and it sounds like now you have a great one. I think having 3-5 pieces is great, and you can just go thru periods of time where you only wear one. The freedom is nice __________________ 116506

14 May 2018, 04:20 PM	#28
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	if you only want one watch, its not a bad choice at all and it covers pretty much every situation. I might get a sky dweller instead though as i think that is slightly more versatile, especially for the dressier occasions. __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

14 May 2018, 04:27 PM	#29
Swiss Mad! "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Max Location: UK Watch: Various Posts: 3,727	Hi OP Just wondered how versatile a BLRO would be really? As beautiful as it is, is it really all things to all men as you say it will be as a one and only? I just feel coloured dials and bezels have their place, but tend to look better in more casual situations - you know, jeans t shirt etc. Sometimes you can't beat the simple elegance of a black dial & black bezel if attending a formal function or business meeting etc. If you don't find yourself in that kind of situation too often then ok, but just have a serious think about it before committing to one watch for all occasions Sent from my Moto G (5) using Tapatalk __________________ instagram: max.parkin

14 May 2018, 04:29 PM	#30
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: 33,695	I've always found it strange how offended people on the Forum are by the slang name for Rolex. Regardless, the white gold version of the BLRO actually to me is more desirable than the SS versions!!! It's gorgeous!! Welcome to the forum. Some of the member collect watches by owning one at a time and flipping them. Nothing wrong with that strategy as it reduces cost and allows experience with great watches!!! __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

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