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Dr.Mehr · 24 November 2018, 01:53 AM

I know the BLNR aka Batman is the all time favourite for the majority of us here in TRF. But I am in the minority. I tried to fall in Love with the BLNR but somehow the black and blue bezel and dial just doesn’t please my eyes.

I also had the LN and strangely I enjoyed it much more than the BLNR.

I sold my used BLNR and bought a new directly from an AD. I thought the new BLNR will be different and I will like it. It did not happen. I still don’t like the Batman.

So having said all of this, I am hereby announcing that my BLNR is up for sale and I will be keeping my CHNR as a GMT.

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ltmgeller · 24 November 2018, 01:56 AM

To each their own. You like what you like. I'm sure the lucky someone who buys it will thankful.

Soarer · 24 November 2018, 01:58 AM

That's it. You are banned from the Gotham City!

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Torque Time · 24 November 2018, 02:20 AM

I agree. It has limited wearability. I like the idea and respect the significance and accomplishments of the first TT Ceramic bezel...but just can’t love it.

Eric-London · 24 November 2018, 02:21 AM

You'll miss it when its gone :(

Soultime · 24 November 2018, 02:24 AM

Maybe you need to try a third time, just to be really sure.

Al1969 · 24 November 2018, 02:25 AM

I can relate to some of the things you mentioned about the BLNR.
Had one and it’s been gone for a while, dont miss it at all.
Replaced it with the PM Green dial.

So will you be selling it AT or below MSRP?

GradyPhilpott · 24 November 2018, 02:26 AM

Everyone has his preferences, but I can't understand why a new BLNR would be more appealing than a used one, unless there were some serious issues with the used one and still, the bezel colors would be the same either way.

If you like the LN better, go with it and don't look back.

henrylee · 24 November 2018, 02:29 AM

Too bad because Man it looks really good on your wrist and matches your style and car.

scorpiojai · 24 November 2018, 03:13 AM

I’m in the same boat. I’ve had that watch 4 times. And soon I realized every person and their dog has it, I’ve run into at least couple others who had the same watch. So that turned me off. I’m happy with my EXP II. ! overhyped IMHO.

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D O C · 24 November 2018, 03:25 AM

You did the right thing.

If you don't get that little endorphin rush when you look down at your wrist then it just isn't going to work.

Fat_ninja · 24 November 2018, 03:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr.Qadri

I know the BLNR aka Batman is the all time favourite for the majority of us here in TRF. But I am in the minority. I tried to fall in Love with the BLNR but somehow the black and blue bezel and dial just doesn’t please my eyes.

I also had the LN and strangely I enjoyed it much more than the BLNR.

I sold my used BLNR and bought a new directly from an AD. I thought the new BLNR will be different and I will like it. It did not happen. I still don’t like the Batman.

So having said all of this, I am hereby announcing that my BLNR is up for sale and I will be keeping my CHNR as a GMT.

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You are wearing red blazer and blue pants... subconsciously i think you want a pepsi!!! :)

V25V · 24 November 2018, 03:35 AM

Never sang to me either. Only once I bought it and did love it for a bit and then it sat in the case. Sold it and have never missed it once.

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Dr.Mehr · 24 November 2018, 03:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fat_ninja

you are wearing red blazer and blue pants... Subconsciously i think you want a pepsi!!! :)

yesssssssss

Fat_ninja · 24 November 2018, 03:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr.Qadri

yesssssssss

I dont think the rootbeer is going to satisfy your thirst as your one and only GMT.

Heres an old picture to fuel your thirst a bit more.

Dr.Mehr · 24 November 2018, 04:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

I dont think the rootbeer is going to satisfy your thirst as your one and only GMT.

Heres an old picture to fuel your thirst a bit more.

I seriously need just a Pepsi. Once I have that I will be done. I promise.

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shaunylw · 24 November 2018, 04:24 AM

I have been wearing one for the last few days. It’s not for me. I get the attraction but the black and blue is not something i love. I’ll probably buy the LN at some point. It is a beautiful watch however!

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sensui · 24 November 2018, 04:28 AM

Don't have to try to love a watch..... Good luck on the next one and your sale.

1kw · 24 November 2018, 06:19 AM

The two tone gold/steel GMT, non root beer is the nicest and classiest to me

98farron · 24 November 2018, 06:45 AM

You are not the only one who feels this way. I’ve had mine since August and I just can’t seem to stay in love with it.

alphasports · 24 November 2018, 06:58 AM

LN over BLNR here too, had both. Dumped the BLNR and bought a Sub no date, love it.

zjd168 · 24 November 2018, 07:03 AM

why try?

ap1 · 24 November 2018, 07:22 AM

I’ve had it 2x too. Don’t think there will be a third. Chnr love still strong for me

vman · 24 November 2018, 07:30 AM

LN appeals greatly to me for it rides better under the radar

Ruud Van Driver · 24 November 2018, 07:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric-London

You'll miss it when its gone :(

Not necessarily. I don’t miss mine

Cru Jones · 24 November 2018, 07:45 AM

Luckily, we have choices. :-)

brucethemanlee · 24 November 2018, 07:45 AM

It's either love at first sight and love when on the wrist or it's NOT. The watch (or any watch) is either IT or it's not. Hard to try to love a watch

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gabbysplace · 24 November 2018, 08:06 AM

What’s wrong with you?!?! To each their own. Wear what moves you. Avoid the hype.

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bobabreath · 24 November 2018, 08:12 AM

I couldn't love BLNR either, not enough contrast. Looks nice in the sun, but otherwise often looks all black and can't see the blue GMT hand. To me, the LN black bezel with green hand and dial text looks more balanced.

swils8610 · 24 November 2018, 08:15 AM

Same here. 3 times though. I’ve got one know I’m going to sell.

24 November 2018, 01:53 AM	#1
Dr.Mehr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Europe Posts: 682	I tried twice but couldn’t fall in Love with the BLNR I know the BLNR aka Batman is the all time favourite for the majority of us here in TRF. But I am in the minority. I tried to fall in Love with the BLNR but somehow the black and blue bezel and dial just doesn’t please my eyes. I also had the LN and strangely I enjoyed it much more than the BLNR. I sold my used BLNR and bought a new directly from an AD. I thought the new BLNR will be different and I will like it. It did not happen. I still don’t like the Batman. So having said all of this, I am hereby announcing that my BLNR is up for sale and I will be keeping my CHNR as a GMT. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 November 2018, 01:56 AM	#2
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,585	To each their own. You like what you like. I'm sure the lucky someone who buys it will thankful. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

24 November 2018, 01:58 AM	#3
Soarer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Albert Location: Toronto Watch: Submariner LV Posts: 1,083	That's it. You are banned from the Gotham City! Sent from my SM-G950W using Tapatalk __________________ What you gotta do, you gotta do!

24 November 2018, 02:25 AM	#7
Al1969 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,640	I can relate to some of the things you mentioned about the BLNR. Had one and it’s been gone for a while, dont miss it at all. Replaced it with the PM Green dial. So will you be selling it AT or below MSRP? Attached Images __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

24 November 2018, 02:26 AM	#8
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	Everyone has his preferences, but I can't understand why a new BLNR would be more appealing than a used one, unless there were some serious issues with the used one and still, the bezel colors would be the same either way. If you like the LN better, go with it and don't look back. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

24 November 2018, 02:20 AM	#4
Torque Time "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Archie Location: Washington, DC Watch: TT DJ 1601 Posts: 359	I agree. It has limited wearability. I like the idea and respect the significance and accomplishments of the first TT Ceramic bezel...but just can’t love it.

24 November 2018, 02:21 AM	#5
Eric-London "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: London Posts: 1,078	You'll miss it when its gone :(

24 November 2018, 02:24 AM	#6
Soultime "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Cheshire UK Posts: 1,071	Maybe you need to try a third time, just to be really sure.

24 November 2018, 02:29 AM	#9
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	Too bad because Man it looks really good on your wrist and matches your style and car. __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

24 November 2018, 03:13 AM	#10
scorpiojai "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 134	I’m in the same boat. I’ve had that watch 4 times. And soon I realized every person and their dog has it, I’ve run into at least couple others who had the same watch. So that turned me off. I’m happy with my EXP II. ! overhyped IMHO. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 November 2018, 03:25 AM	#11
D O C "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Jim Location: US Watch: Rolex 116710LN Posts: 600	You did the right thing. If you don't get that little endorphin rush when you look down at your wrist then it just isn't going to work. __________________ ROLEX 116710 LN GMTII "Random" ROLEX 16710 GMTII Pepsi "P" ROLEX 16622 SS/PL YM 29mm "V"

24 November 2018, 03:35 AM	#13
V25V 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 4,406	Never sang to me either. Only once I bought it and did love it for a bit and then it sat in the case. Sold it and have never missed it once. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

24 November 2018, 04:24 AM	#17
shaunylw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Here Posts: 4,657	I have been wearing one for the last few days. It’s not for me. I get the attraction but the black and blue is not something i love. I’ll probably buy the LN at some point. It is a beautiful watch however! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 November 2018, 04:28 AM	#18
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,446	Don't have to try to love a watch..... Good luck on the next one and your sale.

24 November 2018, 06:19 AM	#19
1kw "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: pa Posts: 313	The two tone gold/steel GMT, non root beer is the nicest and classiest to me

24 November 2018, 06:45 AM	#20
98farron "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: NJ Posts: 7	You are not the only one who feels this way. I’ve had mine since August and I just can’t seem to stay in love with it.

24 November 2018, 06:58 AM	#21
alphasports "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Montreal CAN Posts: 454	LN over BLNR here too, had both. Dumped the BLNR and bought a Sub no date, love it.

24 November 2018, 07:03 AM	#22
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	why try?

24 November 2018, 07:22 AM	#23
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	I’ve had it 2x too. Don’t think there will be a third. Chnr love still strong for me

24 November 2018, 07:30 AM	#24
vman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,230	LN appeals greatly to me for it rides better under the radar __________________ Collector and buyer of Lange, VC, Patek \| 2 FA Enabled

24 November 2018, 07:45 AM	#26
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,301	Luckily, we have choices. :-)

24 November 2018, 07:45 AM	#27
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,575	It's either love at first sight and love when on the wrist or it's NOT. The watch (or any watch) is either IT or it's not. Hard to try to love a watch Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 November 2018, 08:06 AM	#28
gabbysplace 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California Posts: 518	What’s wrong with you?!?! To each their own. Wear what moves you. Avoid the hype. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Collective Horology collectivehorology.com Instagram: @collectivehorology

24 November 2018, 08:12 AM	#29
bobabreath "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: N. Carolina, USA Posts: 567	I couldn't love BLNR either, not enough contrast. Looks nice in the sun, but otherwise often looks all black and can't see the blue GMT hand. To me, the LN black bezel with green hand and dial text looks more balanced.

24 November 2018, 08:15 AM	#30
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Same here. 3 times though. I’ve got one know I’m going to sell.

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