Hulk Owners - Would you part with it? If you have why and how do you feel?

[sherrill]

It was my second Rolex purchase around 2011, and it was cheap. I wore it everyday for two years and then sold it because I got tired of the green, and then got back into the hobby building the collection. I missed it and just recently bought it again.

[Onequik135i]

I couldn’t part w my 2019, always took a liking to it in 2016/2017. Finally traded up my black 126610 & into the Green dial sub. I do wear it twice a week if that but it’s a keeper.

[FiftyTwoEighty]

Never sell mine. Still feels fresh after 11 years of ownership.

[Mystro]

Bought the Hulk new when they were cheap and rather unpopular. Owned it for 2+ years. Great watch but a bit too much green all the time. No regrets selling it. It was a great ownership experience but there were other watches that were a better fit for me.
Several on the forum purchased the Hulk a few times and still ended up letting it go in the end.

[Zyfon]

Before getting it. I remember reading about why it wasn't popular or why it sat at many ADs. Didn't believe what people said and had to see for myself.

Been my daily for the past 10 years.

[Watchdog]

I have disliked that watch ever since I first saw it in the case. I will never forget my initial reaction. However, that’s just my taste. In fact, the folks that like the Hulk really love it and seem to form a strong and unique connection to it. When that happens, it’s incredible. I think you would be insane to get rid of that watch. Over and over I hear and read stories of people who decided to sell theirs for one reason or another. Almost all seem to regret it and wish they had their original back on their wrist. I would not take a chance on being one of those people. Keep the green guy and enjoy a striking timepiece.

[1William]

I have owned the watch at least 6 or 7 times over the years and think it is great. When the prices went a little crazy I sold it for a huge profit. Do I miss it? No, just the thought of owning it is nice. Might buy one back if the right opportunity presented itself but till then, I will just admire from afar.

[febie111]

Originally Posted by robertengel

My hulk was one of my first purchases, I thought it would be a forever watch however I have not worn it in a year. I have also been moving toward a different direction in collecting and am now looking at it trying to figure out if I should sell it. For those of you who have sold it to move onto bigger pieces, how do you feel now?

I have or have had most of the popular sports models and the Hulk is my favourite by far as it is unique,great dial that always looks different depending on the lighting and I never see them in public. (unlike the regular Sub that everyone seems to own)

I had a 116500 Panda that I never wore and sold,it was very hard to read and wore quite small..I could never understand all the hype behind that watch..I don't miss it at all.

It is all personal taste.

[metallic]

If I have a watch I don't wear with any frequency, off it goes to the watch abyss. I have enough things that collect dust, don't need a watch doing the same.

I would make an exception to this rule for a formal dress watch.

[robertengel]

Surprised by all the feedback but keep it coming :D I like reading everyone's opinion, im still stuck in the middle. On the one hand if it's not in use and prices are falling it could contribute to another piece now, on the other hand I may miss it. Not great at selling them yet!

[KVNNSCHNG]

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[teehan]

Originally Posted by KVNNSCHNG

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hell yeah!








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[stateman]

Always loved the watch but sold the Hulk after realizing that I was never wearing it. Sold it after having bought the BB58 blue and it becoming my most worn and eventually my only mechanical dive watch. Just fits my wrist better (6.75") imo and is more casual in appearance, which fits my personality better as well.

Entirely subjective of course.

[Number3]

Originally Posted by stateman

Always loved the watch but sold the Hulk after realizing that I was never wearing it.

Same. I bought one new for a sizeable discount when they first came out in 2010. Sold it last year (for a very decent return) as it felt too much like a target wearing it around town and I got fed up with insuring it to sit in a box!

Logically selling it was the right thing to do but I’ve missed the hell out of it ever since.

[Bazil]

yes it does ..

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[johnsonsxusfrt]

Great watch as part of a rotation. But if you only have 2-3 watches and don't love it then sell it and get something you'll wear.

[BBQ BOY]

I sold my Hulk and about 3 other Rolex’s about 7 years ago. Uncle Same came at me hard. I regret selling it ever since.

[Doood]

I say keep it. I mean, any direction you go in collecting takes you to a sub, and Hulk is a great example There was a reason you bought it. I am assuming you liked it. We all go through phase where preferences can evolve, but when I strap the Hulk on, it just brings a smile to my face.

[travisb]

Owned one for years and truly enjoyed it.
I only sold it because I found an even greater connection with the current 126610LV. No regrets but still think it’s one of my all time favorites.



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[cwilson13]

Bought new out of the ADs case when no one wanted it.
Didn’t wear it for years and my wife picked it up as hers.
But eventually I grew to love it and now I can’t imagine not having it in my collection.
It’s now pretty much my go too, everyday watch.

[rlx123]

Bought mine new from AD in 2018. Wore it everyday for work until I got the Pepsi. Although I don’t wear it much these days, I will never sell it. Love the sunburst dial


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[trout_thumper21]

I did, and now have the 126610LV. Felt the black dial with green bezel was a little more balanced. Plus the MkII green is a lot better

[Law52]

Sold mine, I just didn’t bond with it. Plus working my way to getting a new DD YG with the recently released Green Dial.

[JRell]

If Rolex comes out with the sub date, green bezel and the OP flat green dial to match, I am in.

[Guppydriver]

Can you imagine how difficult a a 126610 rerelease would be to acquire? I love the Hulk but could never spend current market price for a stainless steel diver. I frequently dream of a new version, but then I wake up with the realization that I would never see one even if they did.

[Nodzex]

Sold it and never looked back!
Thete is a sea of better pieces!
However, it is discontinued and it might go up if you decide to purchase it again.

[TheHulk]

The ole Hulkster. It’s a watch i bought 3 times- twice from ADs and once from a seller here.it doesn’t get a lot of wear but you can’t wipe the smile from my face when its on my wrist AND i love its discontinued

[WhiskeyKoffee]

No way I'd give up my Hulk. No way.

[fishingbear]

It’s a unique reference in any collection

[jsnipes]

joined the club on friday… haven’t taken it off. i love how the dial looks black in low light and pops in the sun!


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