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smanuel007 · 14 June 2020, 08:53 PM

Hello,

I am interested in the opinion of this audience for what is a rather Hamletic doubt that is preventing from taking a decision these days.

I am considering buying the 116610ln or/and GMT2 BLNR batman.

Which one would you own?
Is there a merit in buying both?

(for argument's sake, I assuming price is not an issue since these two watches will keep their value fairly well).

Thank you very much

TswaneNguni · 14 June 2020, 09:03 PM

I own both ...

116610LN > 116710BLNR by 70/30

Sub/Date .. classic.Timelss,No silly nicknames .
Its a Sub/Date ...not a subbie .

Papanas · 14 June 2020, 09:10 PM

I’d go with the BLNR if $$$ isn’t an issue.
Still very versatile and adds a splash
of color. Sub date is great as well ,
but unless your going diving GMT is 100m wd as well,
multi time zone , can still be used to time or track time
and can also be used as a compass.

Sporty, classy, casual and not boring .
You decide. Good luck!

G.Montag · 14 June 2020, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

I own both ...

116610LN > 116710BLNR by 70/30

Sub/Date .. classic.Timelss,No silly nicknames .
Its a Sub/Date ...not a subbie .

+1. The BLNR may be a “hotter” watch at the moment but the Sub is a timeless classic and a quintessential Rolex.

tommy91 · 14 June 2020, 09:17 PM

Sub

Quailhunter · 14 June 2020, 09:21 PM

I've owned the BLNR for years. I've tried on the Sub Date several times ready to buy. every time, the fit convinced me to back away.

Nairn1980 · 14 June 2020, 09:52 PM

Have both and love both. BLNR edges it for me.

JSCP · 14 June 2020, 10:01 PM

Sub or Pepsi

illiguy · 14 June 2020, 10:09 PM

Submariner for me. GMTs don't fancy my aesthetic. You have to go with what you ultimately prefer.

ChrisMy · 14 June 2020, 10:09 PM

blnr as I think I would use the gmt function more down the road

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APPRF · 14 June 2020, 10:10 PM

Batman for sure. Sub very common and movement will be updated soon. BLNR Mk1 will be collectable in my opinion, you can get a black sub anytime.

Cicio · 14 June 2020, 10:11 PM

BLNR

Two reasons for me, first is it’s more unique in my mind

Second is it’s discontinued

Plus for me it fits me better and I just think it’s better looking.

Can’t go wrong with either

1William · 14 June 2020, 10:15 PM

I am a huge fan of the Rolex divers but I would go with the Batman for the color and what I consider to be a uniqueness that the black dial Submariners do not have. There are a lot of options for divers and I prefer my Tudor Black Bay to the Submariners at this moment.

Explorer2polar · 14 June 2020, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smanuel007

Hello,

I am interested in the opinion of this audience for what is a rather Hamletic doubt that is preventing from taking a decision these days.

I am considering buying the 116610ln or/and GMT2 BLNR batman.

Which one would you own?
Is there a merit in buying both?

(for argument's sake, I assuming price is not an issue since these two watches will keep their value fairly well).

Thank you very much

I also own both, got the BLNR first and loved its unique wrist presence and colour combination. Then the Sub just became the obvious next purchase, its such a beautiful watch and style icon, I'm very lucky to have a good AD who does not have me waiting for months or years for these pieces.

Your onto a winner either way both are excellent buys and if you can get both - Just do it and enjoy them.

Jackie Daytona · 14 June 2020, 10:29 PM

I’m going with the Sub between the two. It’s a classic timeless simple design you really can’t go wrong with.

Etschell · 14 June 2020, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

I am a huge fan of the Rolex divers but I would go with the Batman for the color and what I consider to be a uniqueness that the black dial Submariners do not have. There are a lot of options for divers and I prefer my Tudor Black Bay to the Submariners at this moment.

Very nice. I like this one and was hoping it reverted lower on the 2ndary.

If i may swap the subc bracelet w the blnr. The sub on super jubliee would be a nice change up.

Mystro · 14 June 2020, 10:33 PM

Blnr

Manu74 · 14 June 2020, 10:34 PM

Both are great watches, but I would prefer the Sub.
Brushed bracelet and glidelock are perfect for daily wear.

Chester01 · 14 June 2020, 10:35 PM

I own a sub, but if you choose 1, the gmt is more versatile. Date, time, you can measure elapsed time with the bezel, and 2/3 time zones. Now, the deciding factor may be on how you feel about the colors. I like the Batman,(not the lug size) but can’t help feel the colors make it costume like in some way. Though the color scheme is far better than the kelly green of the hulk and purple Pepsi.

Wcdhtwn · 14 June 2020, 10:39 PM

If you can get both, why not?

If choosing one, I find the GMT function more useful than a diver. The GMT is good to 100m if you’re concerned about water resistance.

Have you seen them in person, particularly the BLNR? If not I’d suggest trying to do so before buying. The BLNR looks great in photos, but there are many examples here of people deciding they didn’t like it once seen in person. Before the Rolex craziness I was at an AD who had a BLNR and an LN, I chose the LN. I didn’t like how the PCL’s and the two tone bezel looked together. If buying sight unseen, and choosing one, the Sub is the safer purchase.

sgwatchguy · 14 June 2020, 10:39 PM

BLNR

- GMT trumps Diver for me
- the blue black combination is a winner vs a black only bezel
- this variant is discontinued
- BLNR first dual color ceramic bezel

DoctorA · 14 June 2020, 10:41 PM

Depends on what you have in your collection
If it’s your first watch then I’d go for the most iconic, classic rolex........the sub
If you’re growing the collection and don’t have a GMT then the BLNR

Pocosso · 14 June 2020, 10:42 PM

I Love Both, but GMT is better.

SearChart · 14 June 2020, 10:52 PM

Sub date, never liked the BLNR.

Lloydas1 · 14 June 2020, 10:57 PM

I have both. My sub is a daily driver and the GMT is for when I like to spice things up a bit but not too much. My wife can’t tell the difference between the two, but I didn’t buy them to impress her.

honkymf · 14 June 2020, 10:59 PM

I own the BLNR. That edges it for me.

I like the splash of color. I enjoy a GMT function. And I see a lot less of them out and about. I feel like I see a sub all over the place.

Plus, even though I hate the silly nicknames, Batman was my favorite super hero as a kid.

I won’t lie though —- if I found a deal on a sub/date, I would buy it too.

Just get both. It’s much simpler.

HaiovR · 14 June 2020, 11:12 PM

Sub is my choice

zjd168 · 14 June 2020, 11:23 PM

blnr if you are building a collection.

Gerardus · 14 June 2020, 11:26 PM

Own a sub-date but this would be a 50/50 choice for me. Love the BLNR.

Mick006 · 14 June 2020, 11:54 PM

Sub.

I enjoy hearing how common they are. I don’t know anyone with an 116610LN. But I know ppl with BLNRs.

14 June 2020, 08:53 PM	#1
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14 June 2020, 10:01 PM	#8
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14 June 2020, 10:15 PM	#13
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	I am a huge fan of the Rolex divers but I would go with the Batman for the color and what I consider to be a uniqueness that the black dial Submariners do not have. There are a lot of options for divers and I prefer my Tudor Black Bay to the Submariners at this moment. Attached Images

14 June 2020, 10:29 PM	#15
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,622	I’m going with the Sub between the two. It’s a classic timeless simple design you really can’t go wrong with. __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

14 June 2020, 10:39 PM	#21
sgwatchguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: KP Jimmy Location: Singapore Watch: R/AP/FPJ/Hermès/et Posts: 6,597	BLNR - GMT trumps Diver for me - the blue black combination is a winner vs a black only bezel - this variant is discontinued - BLNR first dual color ceramic bezel __________________

14 June 2020, 09:03 PM	#2
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	I own both ... 116610LN > 116710BLNR by 70/30 Sub/Date .. classic.Timelss,No silly nicknames . Its a Sub/Date ...not a subbie .

14 June 2020, 09:10 PM	#3
Papanas "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Real Name: Mr. Papanas Location: Utopia Watch: The Sunset Blues Posts: 156	I’d go with the BLNR if $$$ isn’t an issue. Still very versatile and adds a splash of color. Sub date is great as well , but unless your going diving GMT is 100m wd as well, multi time zone , can still be used to time or track time and can also be used as a compass. Sporty, classy, casual and not boring . You decide. Good luck!

14 June 2020, 09:17 PM	#5
tommy91 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: . Location: . Posts: 1,343	Sub

14 June 2020, 09:21 PM	#6
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	I've owned the BLNR for years. I've tried on the Sub Date several times ready to buy. every time, the fit convinced me to back away.

14 June 2020, 09:52 PM	#7
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,385	Have both and love both. BLNR edges it for me.

14 June 2020, 10:09 PM	#9
illiguy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: UTC/GMT -5 Posts: 3,662	Submariner for me. GMTs don't fancy my aesthetic. You have to go with what *you* ultimately prefer.

14 June 2020, 10:09 PM	#10
ChrisMy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Chris Location: Earth Watch: Patek & Rolex Posts: 146	blnr as I think I would use the gmt function more down the road Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 June 2020, 10:10 PM	#11
APPRF "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Here Posts: 1,480	Batman for sure. Sub very common and movement will be updated soon. BLNR Mk1 will be collectable in my opinion, you can get a black sub anytime.

14 June 2020, 10:11 PM	#12
Cicio "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Nathan Cicio Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: SD4K Posts: 30	BLNR Two reasons for me, first is it’s more unique in my mind Second is it’s discontinued Plus for me it fits me better and I just think it’s better looking. Can’t go wrong with either

14 June 2020, 10:33 PM	#17
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,511	Blnr

14 June 2020, 10:34 PM	#18
Manu74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: Mark Location: Europe Watch: BLRO \| LV \| SkyD Posts: 1,404	Both are great watches, but I would prefer the Sub. Brushed bracelet and glidelock are perfect for daily wear.

14 June 2020, 10:35 PM	#19
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	I own a sub, but if you choose 1, the gmt is more versatile. Date, time, you can measure elapsed time with the bezel, and 2/3 time zones. Now, the deciding factor may be on how you feel about the colors. I like the Batman,(not the lug size) but can’t help feel the colors make it costume like in some way. Though the color scheme is far better than the kelly green of the hulk and purple Pepsi.

14 June 2020, 10:39 PM	#20
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,061	If you can get both, why not? If choosing one, I find the GMT function more useful than a diver. The GMT is good to 100m if you’re concerned about water resistance. Have you seen them in person, particularly the BLNR? If not I’d suggest trying to do so before buying. The BLNR looks great in photos, but there are many examples here of people deciding they didn’t like it once seen in person. Before the Rolex craziness I was at an AD who had a BLNR and an LN, I chose the LN. I didn’t like how the PCL’s and the two tone bezel looked together. If buying sight unseen, and choosing one, the Sub is the safer purchase.

14 June 2020, 10:41 PM	#22
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	Depends on what you have in your collection If it’s your first watch then I’d go for the most iconic, classic rolex........the sub If you’re growing the collection and don’t have a GMT then the BLNR __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

14 June 2020, 10:42 PM	#23
Pocosso "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Davide Location: Italy Watch: RO/ROO/PAM/DAYTONA Posts: 402	I Love Both, but GMT is better. __________________ 5167-5711 6217-8001 16520A-16520E-16500-116610LV-166710LN-16760-16030-16570T- ROO(Ti)-RO-ROC PAN0055-PAM351-PAM733-PAM721 Type XX-XXI

14 June 2020, 10:57 PM	#25
Lloydas1 Banned Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: NJ Posts: 55	I have both. My sub is a daily driver and the GMT is for when I like to spice things up a bit but not too much. My wife can’t tell the difference between the two, but I didn’t buy them to impress her.

14 June 2020, 10:59 PM	#26
honkymf "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: Tennessee USA Posts: 45	I own the BLNR. That edges it for me. I like the splash of color. I enjoy a GMT function. And I see a lot less of them out and about. I feel like I see a sub all over the place. Plus, even though I hate the silly nicknames, Batman was my favorite super hero as a kid. I won’t lie though —- if I found a deal on a sub/date, I would buy it too. Just get both. It’s much simpler.

14 June 2020, 11:12 PM	#27
HaiovR "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Posts: 238	Sub is my choice

14 June 2020, 11:23 PM	#28
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	blnr if you are building a collection.

14 June 2020, 11:26 PM	#29
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Own a sub-date but this would be a 50/50 choice for me. Love the BLNR. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

14 June 2020, 11:54 PM	#30
Mick006 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: PA, US Posts: 565	Sub. I enjoy hearing how common they are. I don’t know anyone with an 116610LN. But I know ppl with BLNRs.

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