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millertimeunc · 28 November 2009, 01:03 PM

Hey everyone!

Well, after a long time lurking the forums and looking around, I finally stopped into a Rolex AD today and got to look at a few up close and personal, and now I want one. REALLY bad! The 3 that I'm looking at are the Sea Dweller, Submariner, and GMT IIc. I like the SD because It's built like a tank, fairly unique, and it doesn't have the cyclops over the date (not a big fan of that). The Sub is great, but it seems like there are a bunch of them around. Any thoughts on these 3? I know I've still got a lot of learning to do!

Cheers!

Tools · 29 November 2009, 02:43 AM

Welcome to TRF..

Any of those is a great choice... I see way more of the new GMT ceramics than I do of the Sub or the SD.

datejust1 · 29 November 2009, 02:53 AM

Welcome! I suggest the SD, its becoming a rarity!

Zgar · 29 November 2009, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by datejust1

Welcome! I suggest the SD, its becoming a rarity!

x2 did you try the DSSD

zlin08033 · 29 November 2009, 02:58 AM

Welcome to TRF.

You were talking about DSSD, right? It is a monster, very very thick, and we have a lot of its fan here. IMHO I think SS GMT2c is one of the most beautiful modern Rolex.

PhilM · 29 November 2009, 03:10 AM

If only one then I would try and pick up a SD :thumsbup:

BTW Welcome to TRF

millertimeunc · 29 November 2009, 03:16 AM

I got to see a DSSD yesterday up close, and loved it. Like I said before, built like a tank. I know they're becoming more collectible, but I don't really have $9K to spend just yet!

WatchTimes · 29 November 2009, 03:21 AM

Sea Dweller!!!

TempoKing · 29 November 2009, 03:26 AM

For a first Rolex watch... I'd go for the GMT-II-C...

But try and pay less than $5,800...net...

Latrodectus · 29 November 2009, 03:28 AM

Welcome to TRF

WatchTimes · 29 November 2009, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by millertimeunc

I got to see a DSSD yesterday up close, and loved it. Like I said before, built like a tank. I know they're becoming more collectible, but I don't really have $9K to spend just yet!

What makes you say they are becoming collectible? You can get them NIB on the gray market for right about 7K, it is a current production watch so it's not rare and in this market no Rolex is hard to get so I am curious how you consider it collectible?

JohnEaton · 29 November 2009, 03:35 AM

Welcome to TRF Matthew

Being new to Rolex you will feel that you must purchase from an Authorized Dealer; and it is very good to build a relationship with a local Rolex AD.

However, AD's have around 40% profit margin - expenses in each Rolex, and usually a fairly strict no to low discount policy.

There are some fantastic sellers here on TRF that can get you BNIB Rolex at HUGE savings. I strongly suggest you at the very least talk to them before your purchase.

Anastasios, TEMPOKING, is one of the best; I have bought from Stasios in the past and would not be afraid to wire him $20K, he is indeed an honorable man.

NYC6 · 29 November 2009, 03:39 AM

Welcome.
Dont rush your purchase, Do some more research and you'll get the one that works for you. Good luck.

JohnEaton · 29 November 2009, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by millertimeunc

Hey everyone!

Well, after a long time lurking the forums and looking around, I finally stopped into a Rolex AD today and got to look at a few up close and personal, and now I want one. REALLY bad! The 3 that I'm looking at are the Sea Dweller, Submariner, and GMT IIc. I like the SD because It's built like a tank, fairly unique, and it doesn't have the cyclops over the date (not a big fan of that). The Sub is great, but it seems like there are a bunch of them around. Any thoughts on these 3? I know I've still got a lot of learning to do!

Cheers!

If it were me, I'd go for a 16600 Sea Dweller or a 16610LV anniversary Submariner. I like the new GMT IIc, but I have the older GMT II Coke and I really appreciate some of the older models.

If you are a BIG guy I'd say go with the DSSD, but get a discount. I paid full pop before the price increase, but I did get one of the first four in the BB system. I did not know at the time they would eventually be "everywhere." I do not regret getting the DSSD, I love that watch, I just wish I had paid $7K instead of $8900.

Hope this helps.

sleddog · 29 November 2009, 05:08 AM

Welcome to TRF Matthew.......

The three models your looking at are all fine examples in the Rolex lineup!!!
Good luck on your search for a Rolex!!!!
Rob.

R1@160@alltimes · 29 November 2009, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Welcome to TRF..

Any of those is a great choice... I see way more of the new GMT ceramics than I do of the Sub or the SD.

Welcome OP...and I second that

TSW · 29 November 2009, 06:54 AM

Welcome to TRF Matthew!!
As John said look at the FS section we have a couple of great sellers here that can offer you some heavy savings!!

28 November 2009, 01:03 PM	#1
millertimeunc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Matthew Location: Riverview, FL Watch: Your Six! Posts: 27	Newbie to TRF Hey everyone! Well, after a long time lurking the forums and looking around, I finally stopped into a Rolex AD today and got to look at a few up close and personal, and now I want one. REALLY bad! The 3 that I'm looking at are the Sea Dweller, Submariner, and GMT IIc. I like the SD because It's built like a tank, fairly unique, and it doesn't have the cyclops over the date (not a big fan of that). The Sub is great, but it seems like there are a bunch of them around. Any thoughts on these 3? I know I've still got a lot of learning to do! Cheers!

29 November 2009, 02:43 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Welcome to TRF.. Any of those is a great choice... I see way more of the new GMT ceramics than I do of the Sub or the SD. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

29 November 2009, 03:21 AM	#8
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	Sea Dweller!!! __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

29 November 2009, 03:28 AM	#10
Latrodectus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,043	Welcome to TRF __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

29 November 2009, 03:35 AM	#12
JohnEaton "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Eaton Location: Nome Alaska USA Watch: Red1680 metres 1st Posts: 1,869	Welcome to TRF Matthew Being new to Rolex you will feel that you must purchase from an Authorized Dealer; and it is very good to build a relationship with a local Rolex AD. However, AD's have around 40% profit margin - expenses in each Rolex, and usually a fairly strict no to low discount policy. There are some fantastic sellers here on TRF that can get you BNIB Rolex at HUGE savings. I strongly suggest you at the very least talk to them before your purchase. Anastasios, TEMPOKING, is one of the best; I have bought from Stasios in the past and would not be afraid to wire him $20K, he is indeed an honorable man. __________________ Perfection lies not in the organic whole but in the isolated fragment

29 November 2009, 02:53 AM	#3
datejust1 Banned Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: G Location: N/A Watch: N/A Posts: 6,042	Welcome! I suggest the SD, its becoming a rarity!

29 November 2009, 02:58 AM	#5
zlin08033 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Posts: 1,034	Welcome to TRF. You were talking about DSSD, right? It is a monster, very very thick, and we have a lot of its fan here. IMHO I think SS GMT2c is one of the most beautiful modern Rolex.

29 November 2009, 03:10 AM	#6
PhilM "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Phil Location: London Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,765	If only one then I would try and pick up a SD :thumsbup: BTW Welcome to TRF

29 November 2009, 03:16 AM	#7
millertimeunc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Matthew Location: Riverview, FL Watch: Your Six! Posts: 27	I got to see a DSSD yesterday up close, and loved it. Like I said before, built like a tank. I know they're becoming more collectible, but I don't really have $9K to spend just yet!

29 November 2009, 03:26 AM	#9
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	For a first Rolex watch... I'd go for the GMT-II-C... But try and pay less than $5,800...net...

29 November 2009, 03:39 AM	#13
NYC6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Dennis Location: L.I./N.Y. Watch: SUBMARINER 14060M Posts: 2,769	Welcome. Dont rush your purchase, Do some more research and you'll get the one that works for you. Good luck.

29 November 2009, 05:08 AM	#15
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Welcome to TRF Matthew....... The three models your looking at are all fine examples in the Rolex lineup!!! Good luck on your search for a Rolex!!!! Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

29 November 2009, 06:54 AM	#17
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Welcome to TRF Matthew!! As John said look at the FS section we have a couple of great sellers here that can offer you some heavy savings!! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

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