114060 Disappointment

[baldyspoon]

Tried on the new sub after help from trf members and must say I was disappointed, I could not beilive how light this watch is. Maybe because I am used to my Omega Seamaster and Planet Ocean and Breitling Chronospace that it felt so light on my wrist. I thought one knock of this watch and it would snap not a thought I've had with my other watches, it is a lovely watch but I would be frightend to wear it in fear of breaking it. I know lots of members on here have this watch so please don't have a go at me as I love the watch just not how light it felt on my wrist.

[Dr. Robert]

I'll speak for Padi.....why is it people think bigger, heavier etc. is better?????

P.S. I thought the OP was disappointed in the new ND sub as it was the last tool watch w/ lug holes in the line-up & now they're gone.

[Feras]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I'll speak for Padi.....why is it people think bigger, heavier etc. is better?????

P.S. I thought the OP was disappointed in the new ND sub as it was the last tool watch w/ lug holes in the line-up & now they're gone.

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[Megalobyte]

Everything is relative and what you're accustomed to.

I promise you the Sub can take every bit as much punishment as those other watches, maybe more.

It's not really that the Sub is light, it's more that the PO and Breitling are a bit overweight and could benefit from a little dieting. :) Wear a Patek Aquanaut on rubber for a few days, then try on the Sub, it'll feel like an anvil. ( Dont own a Patek, but was amazed at how light and thin it seemed when I tried one on. I'll admit, my first gut feeling was it was flimsy and toy-like, but of course it's really not.)

[TonyD]

Hey it is what it is. I agree lots of Rolex do feel somewhat light compared to other watches. Try a vintage GMT on for size some day! It feels like a toy because the links are all hollow.

Wear what you like. My one suggestion would be to try it again some other day. My DSSD is about as heavy a Rolex as you will see and it is still dwarfed by a lot of the watches you mention.

The good news is that 99.9% of the guys here on TRF will not judge or tease you, but truly wish that you find a watch that makes you happy. (Like me!)

[joffrey888]

Originally Posted by TonyD

Hey it is what it is. I agree lots of Rolex do feel somewhat light compared to other watches. Try a vintage GMT on for size some day! It feels like a toy because the links are all hollow.

Wear what you like. My one suggestion would be to try it again some other day. My DSSD is about as heavy a Rolex as you will see and it is still dwarfed by a lot of the watches you mention.

The good news is that 99.9% of the guys here on TRF will not judge or tease you, but truly wish that you find a watch that makes you happy. (Like me!)

buy with your heart...me 2 hope you will find a watch that will make you happy.....

[Al1988]

Makes me wonder, if you thought the 114060 with the updated bracelet and clasp felt weak and breakable, then I shudder to think what you thought of the 14060M with the older style bracelet and clasp, or rather any Rolex that does not have a glidelock or easy-link bracelet

[snaggle]

Originally Posted by Al1988

Makes me wonder, if you thought the 114060 with the updated bracelet and clasp felt weak and breakable, then I shudder to think what you thought of the 14060M with the older style bracelet and clasp, or rather any Rolex that does not have a glidelock or easy-link bracelet

Exactly what he said.

[caryyee]

It may be 'light' compared to a PO but the case and bracelet is built to the same bulletproof standards as any other Rolex sports watch. If you encountered a force strong enough to break the watch while wearing it, then I pity what that force would do to your arm! :-)

[ROGERWILCO357]

and that is why I love the Rolex Sub feels nice not too light but not a brick on my wrist either , built to last and outlast ..Just the opposite reaction I tried on the Breitling and that felt way to heavy and bulky for my taste but to each his own , always buy what feels right for you.

[The Godzilla]

Rolex = light but strong

maybe the 904L is lighter than 316L but stronger, something like Ti

[Psmith]

Originally Posted by The Godzilla

Rolex = light but strong

maybe the 904L is lighter than 316L but stronger, something like Ti

Not true - they are both stainless steels, with a slightly different composition

If the 114060 was made of Ti then it really would be light!

[Dan2010]

You REALLY think it will break in half so easily because it is light? Rolex watches are legendary for being sport watches and taking punishment.

I am with Padi on this.

I just don't understand peoples thinking anymore.

[wristybusiness]

Originally Posted by Dan2010

You REALLY think it will break in half so easily because it is light? Rolex watches are legendary for being sport watches and taking punishment.

I am with Padi on this.

I just don't understand peoples thinking anymore.

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C'mon, it being light is one thing but saying you felt it was going to break is quite the overstatement. As people indicate, its due to the clunkiness of your previous watches more than anything

[gwozhog]

That's to bad because the watch is a legend and a work horse. To me it represents the ultimate tool watch.

[sleddog]

You can't please everyone, and that's why there are other models out there to select....we are after all, individuals!
Always good to hear another's point of view though!

[Bangel]

I think the sub is as sturdy as they come, but if it's not to your liking then more power to you for being a step closer in your decision making about choosing a new watch.

After all, everyone has their own tastes and we all like different watches for different reasons.

[wineguy]

Compare a Sub to most quartz watches. It'll feel like a tank. It's all relative.

[Ebruner]

Good thing you didn't buy it sight unseen then.

Different strokes for different folks.

I think most all SS Rolex watches will disappoint you with that being your criteria.

-Eddie

[floater156]

Isn't a light watch more comfortable for you?

[Ebruner]

Originally Posted by baldyspoon

Tried on the new sub after help from trf members and must say I was disappointed, I could not beilive how light this watch is. Maybe because I am used to my Omega Seamaster and Planet Ocean and Breitling Chronospace that it felt so light on my wrist. I thought one knock of this watch and it would snap not a thought I've had with my other watches, it is a lovely watch but I would be frightend to wear it in fear of breaking it. I know lots of members on here have this watch so please don't have a go at me as I love the watch just not how light it felt on my wrist.

I have a question, you have been a TRF member a long time, is the your first Rolex experience? I ask because other than the DSSD and Gold models, the 114060 is heavier than most SS Rolex.

-Eddie

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Ebruner

I have a question, you have been a TRF member a long time, is the your first Rolex experience? I ask because other than the DSSD and Gold models, the 114060 is heavier than most SS Rolex.

-Eddie

a solid question....

[baldyspoon]

Originally Posted by Ebruner

I have a question, you have been a TRF member a long time, is the your first Rolex experience? I ask because other than the DSSD and Gold models, the 114060 is heavier than most SS Rolex.

-Eddie

Yes this was going to be my first rolex, and after reading some of the answers I will probaly go and try it on again, will not wear a watch for a few days and maybe this will give me a better feel for it.

[baldyspoon]

Thanks for all your replies and help on this, I have not written the watch of yet and will give it another try, think my problem is I was expecting it to be like my other watches. Need to not wear any of my watches for a week or two and then try it again and maybe I can make a better judgement on how it feels, and fits on my wrist.

[Megalobyte]

Originally Posted by baldyspoon

Thanks for all your replies and help on this, I have not written the watch of yet and will give it another try, think my problem is I was expecting it to be like my other watches. Need to not wear any of my watches for a week or two and then try it again and maybe I can make a better judgement on how it feels, and fits on my wrist.

Exactly. Even better, wear a small plastic digital for a week, the Sub will feel very weighty.

I was used to fairly heavy 44mm divers when I got my Sub C, at first it did seem smallish and light. Now, it seems perfect, the larger watches now seem huge, almost goofy :), and I'm a very big guy.

[baldyspoon]

Originally Posted by Megalobyte

Exactly. Even better, wear a small plastic digital for a week, the Sub will feel very weighty.

I was used to fairly heavy 44mm divers when I got my Sub C, at first it did seem smallish and light. Now, it seems perfect, the larger watches now seem huge, almost goofy :), and I'm a very big guy.

Thanks for your advice I gave it another ago after not wearing a watch, and ended up with this beauty.

[GradyPhilpott]

Ask the watchmaker if he'll solder some lead to the case back.

Hey! There could be a new market out there for chrome-plated lead case backs.

[DJJon]

Buy the WG Sub if it is weight that you want.

The original Sub/bracelet combo has legions of diehard fans quite because it isn't an anvil on the wrist but a tough competitor that has iconic classic lines. The 114060 is heftier as it is a modern extension of that design, but it is not a boat.

Gotta love it no matter what it doesn't have for all that it does have.

[The Godzilla]

I would said that the older Rolex model was indeed very light

However the new model with new maxi case, bracelets and clasp, the weight improved a lot and feels much solid

[MortgageGuy]

I remember in another thread the 114060 is only 2.5 grams lighter than the 116610... not nearly the difference between the 14060 and 16610.

I own both the 116610 and 114060 and they both feel substantial enough IMO, love them both