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californiaper · 17 November 2017, 08:35 AM

Have a question for those with the No Date Submariner. I love the idea of having a watch that I can literally wear all the time in every condition. Are late model Subs still designed around durability and hard wear or have they shifted more to the luxury side? I'm not some crazy extreme sports guy but I do a fair amount of travel and water sports. Would love to have a watch that's always on my wrist for the next 20 years.

Sorry if this is the dumbest question ever.

Iloreyix · 17 November 2017, 08:53 AM

Not the dumbest question ever.
I bought the 114060 a year ago, and it is the only watch I have worn - for a year.
It is fantastic. It will pick up bracelet and case scratches here and there, but the ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal look as shiny and new as when I peeled off the stickers.
I am not an expert on the mechanics, but guys on here say it's pretty bomb proof.
And - without the date, there is one less complication to worry about.
I love my sub no date ceramic - thats for sure!

HogwldFLTR · 17 November 2017, 09:00 AM

It's a fine watch but the large ceramic bezel with a lot of open area makes it pretty flashy and not so much of a tool watch and more of a Jewel watch, imho. Look at the no longer in production 116600 for more of a tool watch. The SD4k has more traditional lines and is less flashy, afaict. It's also a more capable dive watch.

HobokenRolex · 17 November 2017, 09:03 AM

114060, as well as practically all models, can take anything you can dish out. That said, it's a great reference as a daily wearer.

douglasf13 · 17 November 2017, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by californiaper

Have a question for those with the No Date Submariner. I love the idea of having a watch that I can literally wear all the time in every condition. Are late model Subs still designed around durability and hard wear or have they shifted more to the luxury side? I'm not some crazy extreme sports guy but I do a fair amount of travel and water sports. Would love to have a watch that's always on my wrist for the next 20 years.

Sorry if this is the dumbest question ever.

Any Rolex is capable of whatever you can throw at it, and, if it breaks, you simply get it fixed. That being said, you just don't want to spend so much that you baby the watch. If the money is no big deal, any Rolex or Tudor will be fine.

I personally wouldn't choose the SubC as an everyday simply because of the weight and size. I like a light watch that doesn't get in the way for everyday use, so I prefer the 36mm DateJust/Oyster Perpetual/old Explorer I.

FTX I · 17 November 2017, 09:07 AM

The 114060 is a perfect watch IMHO.

marcusp23 · 17 November 2017, 09:09 AM

The perfect one watch if you are trying to be a one watch guy IMO

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c0deman99 · 17 November 2017, 09:09 AM

It is my M-F watch. It's perfect. You can't go wrong.
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sleddog · 17 November 2017, 09:14 AM

A perfect everyday watch, and one of the best in the lineup IMO.

enjoythemusic · 17 November 2017, 09:20 AM

Have same model OP and it was a daily beater 24/7 for over a year and works great! Many people change to an Everest strap, which i did. Awesome watch, use it for beach, scuba, off-rode bicycling, working on car... it'll give you decades of great use.

Nikrnic · 17 November 2017, 09:37 AM

I just traded my 14060 for a new 114060 and never looked back but at work, with cars I wear my Tudor Ranger and I love but I can't wait to put the sub on.

droptopman · 17 November 2017, 10:15 AM

114060 is a great daily watch. Rolex are built to last and most will work for a dialy, but the 114060 is one of my favorites.

kilyung · 17 November 2017, 10:15 AM

Heck even my PM Subs have served me well while doing tasks most here would cringe at doing with a gold watch. So I don’t see why a SS Sub wouldn’t be just as robust.

Betterthere · 17 November 2017, 10:36 AM

Either the SubC or 2016 Explorer can be the 1 and only watch. Have both ...if you don't need the bezel go for explorer.

Romeojk · 17 November 2017, 11:20 AM

I have a 114060 and it's my one and only. I've worn it for everything for almost 2 yrs. Diving. Office work. Construction. Gym (Except boxing)

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Romeojk · 17 November 2017, 11:22 AM

Let us know what you do. And btw, there are way more dumber questions out there

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ras47 · 17 November 2017, 11:27 AM

I do almost everything with my GMT2 BLRO 16710. I often forget I’m wearing it until I check the time or date (especially when I’m traveling). It comes off at bed time and at the gym, but that’s about it. Up in the morning, shower, and strap it on. If I’m doing something like watching a space-themed movie I swap it for my Omega Speedmaster. But if a Magnum P.I. rerun comes on, it’s BLRO time!

Seaswirl · 17 November 2017, 12:33 PM

The SubC is as tool watch as ever if not more so with the addition of the glide lock clasp and ceramic bezel. It will take whatever you can and then some. The price, however, puts it in the realm of jewelry for some.

Egelber · 17 November 2017, 01:18 PM

I wear my 114060 every day. Its my only watch I own. You should hurry and get one, so you can start making memories of your own..

californiaper · 18 November 2017, 12:31 AM

thanks everyone! will update once i make the purchase.

right now it does seem like there's not a lot of SubCs in stores (I live in New York) -- salespeople claiming that Rolex makes a certain amount a year and now they've stopped. Something to worry about? Will there be another restock next year? if so, when?

californiaper · 18 November 2017, 03:30 AM

thanks for the input guys, i'll update once i pull the trigger.

right now its tough to find 114060s in boutiques. sales people tell me that rolex will make more next year, is this something to worry about? When does Rolex typically "restock"?

AK797 · 18 November 2017, 03:34 AM

Ceramic is even more scratch resistant than aluminium, I've never gotten one in several years of ownership across many models, and the glidelock makes it even more versatile so it is the perfect daily watch really, esp with date.

nikesupremedunk · 18 November 2017, 03:37 AM

It's also pretty my everyday watch. I was against the Sub Date when I purchased it for a few reasons however, now I do kind of wish I got the date. If it'll be your only watch to wear every day, I'd recommend the Sub Date.

Maiden · 18 November 2017, 03:46 AM

I'm coming up on 4 years for mine. Still looks brand new, has handled hunting, fishing, swimming hiking and been in the hot tub and sauna several times. Still looks great at the office. You will not regret it.

tifosi · 18 November 2017, 07:28 AM

114060 is the perfect 24/7 watch. That is how I wear mine. Not too "luxury" at all. It's still a tool. Just a tool with a shiny bezel.

The Libertine · 18 November 2017, 07:32 AM

Can’t go wrong with this model.

SpeedyTuomas · 18 November 2017, 08:15 AM

One of the best all-rounders.

rad87gn · 18 November 2017, 09:20 AM

Wear and enjoy! Great watch for daily wear!

17 November 2017, 08:35 AM	#1
californiaper "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: New YOrk Posts: 16	114060 as an everyday tool watch. Have a question for those with the No Date Submariner. I love the idea of having a watch that I can literally wear all the time in every condition. Are late model Subs still designed around durability and hard wear or have they shifted more to the luxury side? I'm not some crazy extreme sports guy but I do a fair amount of travel and water sports. Would love to have a watch that's always on my wrist for the next 20 years. Sorry if this is the dumbest question ever.

17 November 2017, 09:00 AM	#3
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,693	It's a fine watch but the large ceramic bezel with a lot of open area makes it pretty flashy and not so much of a tool watch and more of a Jewel watch, imho. Look at the no longer in production 116600 for more of a tool watch. The SD4k has more traditional lines and is less flashy, afaict. It's also a more capable dive watch. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

17 November 2017, 09:09 AM	#8
c0deman99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: rCa Location: US Watch: Subs Posts: 387	It is my M-F watch. It's perfect. You can't go wrong. __________________ 116610LV—V-Serial 116610LN—10x different than the green one! 116710BLNR Daytona

17 November 2017, 09:14 AM	#9
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	A perfect everyday watch, and one of the best in the lineup IMO. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

17 November 2017, 09:20 AM	#10
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,170	Have same model OP and it was a daily beater 24/7 for over a year and works great! Many people change to an Everest strap, which i did. Awesome watch, use it for beach, scuba, off-rode bicycling, working on car... it'll give you decades of great use. __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

17 November 2017, 08:53 AM	#2
Iloreyix "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: 114060 Sub-C Posts: 513	Not the dumbest question ever. I bought the 114060 a year ago, and it is the only watch I have worn - for a year. It is fantastic. It will pick up bracelet and case scratches here and there, but the ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal look as shiny and new as when I peeled off the stickers. I am not an expert on the mechanics, but guys on here say it's pretty bomb proof. And - without the date, there is one less complication to worry about. I love my sub no date ceramic - thats for sure!

17 November 2017, 09:03 AM	#4
HobokenRolex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,066	114060, as well as practically all models, can take anything you can dish out. That said, it's a great reference as a daily wearer.

17 November 2017, 09:07 AM	#6
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	The 114060 is a perfect watch IMHO.

17 November 2017, 09:09 AM	#7
marcusp23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Texas Watch: Sub, DJ41, CHNR an Posts: 468	The perfect one watch if you are trying to be a one watch guy IMO Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 November 2017, 09:37 AM	#11
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	I just traded my 14060 for a new 114060 and never looked back but at work, with cars I wear my Tudor Ranger and I love but I can't wait to put the sub on.

17 November 2017, 10:15 AM	#12
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	114060 is a great daily watch. Rolex are built to last and most will work for a dialy, but the 114060 is one of my favorites. __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

17 November 2017, 10:15 AM	#13
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Heck even my PM Subs have served me well while doing tasks most here would cringe at doing with a gold watch. So I don’t see why a SS Sub wouldn’t be just as robust.

17 November 2017, 10:36 AM	#14
Betterthere "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NC Posts: 41	Either the SubC or 2016 Explorer can be the 1 and only watch. Have both ...if you don't need the bezel go for explorer.

17 November 2017, 11:20 AM	#15
Romeojk 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Kevin Location: Cape Cod Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 1,973	I have a 114060 and it's my one and only. I've worn it for everything for almost 2 yrs. Diving. Office work. Construction. Gym (Except boxing) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 November 2017, 11:22 AM	#16
Romeojk 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Kevin Location: Cape Cod Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 1,973	Let us know what you do. And btw, there are way more dumber questions out there Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 November 2017, 11:27 AM	#17
ras47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Robert Location: Northern NJ Watch: 16710 BLRO Posts: 3,064	I do almost everything with my GMT2 BLRO 16710. I often forget I’m wearing it until I check the time or date (especially when I’m traveling). It comes off at bed time and at the gym, but that’s about it. Up in the morning, shower, and strap it on. If I’m doing something like watching a space-themed movie I swap it for my Omega Speedmaster. But if a Magnum P.I. rerun comes on, it’s BLRO time! __________________ Rolex GMT Master II BLRO 16710 Omega Speedmaster Co-Axial Chrono

17 November 2017, 12:33 PM	#18
Seaswirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 1,761	The SubC is as tool watch as ever if not more so with the addition of the glide lock clasp and ceramic bezel. It will take whatever you can and then some. The price, however, puts it in the realm of jewelry for some.

17 November 2017, 01:18 PM	#19
Egelber "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Elliott Location: Prosper, Texas Watch: Sub 114060 2019 Posts: 410	I wear my 114060 every day. Its my only watch I own. You should hurry and get one, so you can start making memories of your own..

18 November 2017, 12:31 AM	#20
californiaper "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: New YOrk Posts: 16	thanks everyone! will update once i make the purchase. right now it does seem like there's not a lot of SubCs in stores (I live in New York) -- salespeople claiming that Rolex makes a certain amount a year and now they've stopped. Something to worry about? Will there be another restock next year? if so, when?

18 November 2017, 03:30 AM	#21
californiaper "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: New YOrk Posts: 16	thanks for the input guys, i'll update once i pull the trigger. right now its tough to find 114060s in boutiques. sales people tell me that rolex will make more next year, is this something to worry about? When does Rolex typically "restock"?

18 November 2017, 03:34 AM	#22
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Ceramic is even more scratch resistant than aluminium, I've never gotten one in several years of ownership across many models, and the glidelock makes it even more versatile so it is the perfect daily watch really, esp with date.

18 November 2017, 03:37 AM	#23
nikesupremedunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Andrew Location: NYC Posts: 1,227	It's also pretty my everyday watch. I was against the Sub Date when I purchased it for a few reasons however, now I do kind of wish I got the date. If it'll be your only watch to wear every day, I'd recommend the Sub Date. __________________ \| 116234 DJ36 \| 116610LN SubC \| 116520 Daytona \| BlackBay 58 Blue \|

18 November 2017, 03:46 AM	#24
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,652	I'm coming up on 4 years for mine. Still looks brand new, has handled hunting, fishing, swimming hiking and been in the hot tub and sauna several times. Still looks great at the office. You will not regret it. __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

18 November 2017, 07:28 AM	#25
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	114060 is the perfect 24/7 watch. That is how I wear mine. Not too "luxury" at all. It's still a tool. Just a tool with a shiny bezel. __________________ Russ

18 November 2017, 07:32 AM	#26
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Can’t go wrong with this model.

18 November 2017, 08:15 AM	#27
SpeedyTuomas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Finland Posts: 648	One of the best all-rounders.

18 November 2017, 09:20 AM	#28
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	Wear and enjoy! Great watch for daily wear! __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

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