“Subs Are Everywhere” ............. Really ?

[vipereaper30]

I just moved to what our current CIC would call a s$&thole, so it's rare for me to see something nice. I think those of you who see these often should be grateful to live in better locations.

[Zhos]

Everything is relative, a sub is definitely understated luxury that is copied like no other model.

[lamnyc]

See them all the time in nyc. Specially the knockoffs being sold on the streets.

[Air Rescue 5]

But Apple watches.....EVERYWHERE!

[_speedmaster_]

Most common watch I see in nyc (other than the Apple watch).

[reddog4063]

I see 2-4 confirmed sightings in Manhattan a month and probably a 6 half dozen "not-sures" or homages, its not always easy to confirm.

[mistercoach32]

When I see posts like "subs are everywhere," I can't help but think of my 8 year old little girl who regularly speaks in absolutes. "My teacher always screams at my class" even though I know for fact that's not remotely close to accurate. For me, I live in Wisconsin so it's a rare, rare occasion I see a Sub or any Rolex for that matter. I used to live and work in one of the wealthiest communities in the US and I spend two months every year on vacation in another and I see more Subs than in Wisconsin, but not that much more relatively speaking. I see cell phones and automobiles everywhere, but not Subs.

[mjr24]

Originally Posted by mistercoach32

When I see posts like "subs are everywhere," I can't help but think of my 8 year old little girl who regularly speaks in absolutes. "My teacher always screams at my class" even though I know for fact that's not remotely close to accurate. For me, I live in Wisconsin so it's a rare, rare occasion I see a Sub or any Rolex for that matter. I used to live and work in one of the wealthiest communities in the US and I spend two months every year on vacation in another and I see more Subs than in Wisconsin, but not that much more relatively speaking. I see cell phones and automobiles everywhere, but not Subs.

Yeah I don’t see many here, either...so it depends on where you live, too. It’s a great watch in an area like this because you won’t see them much. I lived in Chicago when I sold mine many years ago...they are pretty common there.

[AdamG]

There is an interesting quote that i herd recently...

'Submariners are like clit****es, every c**t has one!'

There is some truth to this

[vritra]

I've lived and worked in Silicon Valley at multiple companies for the last 14 years. I'm trying to think of the last time I saw any developer, designer, product manager, etc. wearing a Submariner and I can't.

I did see one guy wearing an Oyster Perpetual a few months ago. Seen a number of Apple Watches, and a few Nixons, Fossils and Citizens. And my dentist wears an Omega Speedmaster.

But no Subs.

[Burlington]

I do see way way more Rolex than any other make in the wild.

[Vaxe]

I know it’s nonsense but I’m actually embarrassed to wear my 14060M. 20% of people at work wear one, and 100% of the time I’m out for lunch I see one. Just not a fan of the attention or to be honest, the stereotype of a guy who’s new to watches and buys a black Sub. I actually haven’t really seen my Sub for 2 years, been in the bank this whole time. Has sentimental values as my first Rolex back during undergrad, so hanging on to it for that.

[shaunylw]

Originally Posted by Vaxe

I know it’s nonsense but I’m actually embarrassed to wear my 14060M. 20% of people at work wear one, and 100% of the time I’m out for lunch I see one. Just not a fan of the attention or to be honest, the stereotype of a guy who’s new to watches and buys a black Sub. I actually haven’t really seen my Sub for 2 years, been in the bank this whole time. Has sentimental values as my first Rolex back during undergrad, so hanging on to it for that.

They are certainly common , i guess it depends on where you are. If you live in LA or New York, probably going to be very common. I hardly ever see one where i am at. I did see a BLRO at lunch today. It’s the only one i have seen in public. I can’t walk 10 feet without seeing an Apple Watch however.


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[Roleplay]

Originally Posted by Vaxe

I know it’s nonsense but I’m actually embarrassed to wear my 14060M. 20% of people at work wear one, and 100% of the time I’m out for lunch I see one. Just not a fan of the attention or to be honest, the stereotype of a guy who’s new to watches and buys a black Sub. I actually haven’t really seen my Sub for 2 years, been in the bank this whole time. Has sentimental values as my first Rolex back during undergrad, so hanging on to it for that.

I also don't wear my SS sports watches anymore because they are everywhere. I just keep them in my collection for my own pleasure because it's weird wearing these watches and everyone's else is wearing the same item as you are. In a recent post I made on another thread, where I live, they are more common than modern Datejusts like the SS DJ41 on men's wrists today. Shortage of SS DJ41s and also 99% of would-be buyers are only looking for sports models reflects exactly what I see in the wild.

[Feelix]

Part of the Sub’s allure is their ubiquity and that of their doppelgängers.

Many Rolex owners wish to simultaneously blend in and also have a luxury watch.

[jimcameron]

I live on an island in Florida. When I go to off island to the bagel shop for coffee I frequently sit with 4-6 other guys that are "regulars". On any given day, at least 3 Subs are being worn by long term owners. Probably not the case at a bagel shop in North Dakota.

[Dlong]

Originally Posted by jimcameron

I live on an island in Florida. When I go to off island to the bagel shop for coffee I frequently sit with 4-6 other guys that are "regulars". On any given day, at least 3 Subs are being worn by long term owners. Probably not the case at a bagel shop in North Dakota.

Never had a good bagel outside the NYC metro area. Pizza either.

[inadeje]

I see at least 5 before lunch, most are on men...

[mjr24]

That’s another reason I sold mine years ago....it’s the go-to watch that some people get just to say they have a Rolex (talking about the basic black dial SS). Plus, there are 20 other companies who make ones that look just like the Sub.

It’s a beautiful watch but I just felt I wanted to be a little more exclusive if I’m dropping $10k (especially when Rolex has some other great options).

[shalako]

I work at an airport, see them all the time....

[mk2jag]

i don't spend time looking at other peoples watches when they are on their wrists, only my own, so i don't notice these things....
If I did, I'm sure I would see one once and a while...

[Room 101]

I wonder how many are actually Subs though?

I mean I looked at companies like Steinhart and bought the Ocean One 39mm because I wanted to see if I liked the Submariner style... I do, thus I sold it.
(great resale value on Steinhart. I made 20 euros)

When I was in this process, I was trying to find the best copy I could and there are literally thousands. I think there was one called an Ocean Rover... but it was too expensive for me for a copy... but it looked identical.


So my question is, I wonder how many people think they see Submariners but is it the real deal? Or another brand?

[ckwong]

Subs are everywhere in NYC!

[houls61]

I’m glad I own this one

[jsausley]

Location, location. I see 5-10 Submariners (all varieties) per day on the Las Vegas Strip, but can go two weeks between a spotting in North Carolina.

[Bryano1028]

Definitely the most common here in Ohio. I see them on a daily basis along with a Daytona or two.

Other than that, it’s pretty far and few between for other models.

[Tangier11]

On this forum they are everywhere

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by DLRIDES

How often to do you actually see a Submariner on someone’s wrist ?

I see more daytona C's than any other Rolex IRL. Its nuts actually

3 at my sons nursery school and at least 5 at my older sons school. Parents obviously not the kids but the schools are pretty small.

there is a hulk, and an LN or two.

[superstarmar]

Every time I look at my wrist I see a Sub...

[Ballzzz]

Really - prob the reason I have no attraction to a standard 6 digit.