Best first Rolex?

[GradyPhilpott]

Go to an AD and try on a bunch.

I didn't go in looking for an Explorer, but once I saw it on my wrist, I had to have it and it's hardly left my wrist since.

[HYPEractive]

wow! Thanks to all of you for replying. The only reason why the Submariner was the first thing that popped in my head was because that's really all I'm familiar with.

I like the ability to both wear it for casual, business, and formal attire. Does that change anything?

[rfknauss]

Originally Posted by sakuraba

I suggest you go down to the nearest AD, and try them all on for size.

What you think you want and what your wrist really likes may be different watches.

Happy Hunting!

I agree with Jib.

[Bigboss]

Originally Posted by HYPEractive

Hi all,

Like many of you, I've always seen the Rolex as the ultimate punctuation of having "made it." I never really had much growing up, but watching those James Bond movies gave me something to strive for. I worked my tail off my whole life and I now think I am financially ready to get my first Rolex.

My question is which Rolex to get? I want something durable, masculine, accurate, no-fluff type of watch. Previous watches I own are a GShock 6900, a Movado Eliro, and a Marathon TSAR and CSAR.

I think I want a Submariner, since that's what 007 wore, but my daily watch is already a tool watch (Marathon TSAR). The truth is I'm not very knowledgeable of Rolex watches and I need help in making the best choice for me. I have no qualms getting a pre-owned watch as long as it has long life ahead.



Get a 16610LV

Thanks in advance

[Dan2010]

Get the no date Sub if you want James Bond, that is unless you like the Bond of the 1980s. I believe he had a Sub Date.

[davegct]

Originally Posted by Rolesor

I'd say a sub or DJ - you can wear either of them all the time. they look good with anything :)

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[tulsaokusa]

subc.

[skuirtgun]

The quintessential Rolex, Submariner.

[ckcspice]

subbie!!!