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20 November 2012, 02:26 PM | #1 |
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Before when I had the 14060m I was ok without date... now that I have the DSSD I know that I need it for work and many other things.
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20 November 2012, 02:29 PM | #2 |
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I never cared for the cyclops so I got this one:
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20 November 2012, 02:36 PM | #3 |
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"SUBMARINER" It's that simple.
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22 November 2012, 01:07 AM | #4 |
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I did the same many years ago, and my SD still gets a whole bunch of wrist time. I do have to admit, however, that as I get older my eyesight and memory just "ain't what they used to be", so I appreciate the cyclops on my Sub as well. That said, the original Sub design (sans date) is very clean - a true classic.
Guess that's why Rolex still has variety in their "Sub" lineup. They really need to bring back a 40mm size Seadweller for those who can't comfortably wear the DSSD though, IMHO. |
20 November 2012, 02:29 PM | #5 |
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All about personal preference.
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20 November 2012, 02:40 PM | #6 |
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I love the symmetry and clean dial of the No Date.
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21 November 2012, 09:56 AM | #7 |
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20 November 2012, 02:50 PM | #8 |
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In the beginning there was no date and Rolex said " let there be date" and it was good, yes very good.
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20 November 2012, 03:26 PM | #9 |
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20 November 2012, 03:23 PM | #10 |
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I need a date, don't really like the cyclops. Got the SD, problem solved.
For me, I just can't pay $7.5k to just tell time. Yes, I said it, "just to tell time". I don't have a limited memory either, but I use the date function during the day about half as much as the time function. There is a certain allure to the nd sub's symmetrical dial which is beautiful, but no date no sale. |
20 November 2012, 03:49 PM | #11 |
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20 November 2012, 04:14 PM | #12 |
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20 November 2012, 04:13 PM | #13 |
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I'm a forgetful person. When it comes to dating agreements, checks, and/or making appointments, it is nice to just look at my watch to confirm what today's date is. (or maybe I'm just making an excuse to just stare at my watch....)
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20 November 2012, 04:24 PM | #14 |
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Its more of a personal preference actually.. Some may want a Date but cant stand the cyclops. Some people just simply loved the date with cyclops ang everything. And some just simply adore the simplicitu of a non-date.
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20 November 2012, 05:17 PM | #15 |
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I wear my Sub every work day.
I just shout out 'whats the date'. There is usually always someone there. My Pam 231, Speedmaster, Milgauss, Daytona, etc have no date - I also like wearing them.
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20 November 2012, 05:20 PM | #16 |
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I personally need the date on my daily wearer which is a 116610ln
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20 November 2012, 05:26 PM | #17 |
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20 November 2012, 05:27 PM | #18 |
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I personally prefer no date even though I have watches with date. As I. Rotate my watches between Daytona, ND Sub I don't have to hassle with changing date each rotation.
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20 November 2012, 05:32 PM | #19 |
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The dive extension is a much better design on the Sub date. The solid end links of the Sub date are also preferred by many.
Both watches are comfortable, but the Submariner is a tad less thick then the Sub date.
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20 November 2012, 06:47 PM | #20 |
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I assume you're referring to the non-ceramic versions of the Sub and Sub Date. The ceramic versions of the Sub and Sub Date have exactly the same bracelet, Glidelock clasp, and the same case thickness.
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20 November 2012, 09:02 PM | #21 |
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No date is better and more cost effective if youre a drunk and dont know or care what day it is anyway most of the time.
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20 November 2012, 09:47 PM | #23 |
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I had a Sub LV before I had to sadly sell it but I have just replaced it with a Sub C with "No Date",as I think the look of the watch without a date is better looking but I have to admit I keep looking at it for the date. I will either get over it or strap a calender to my other wrist.
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20 November 2012, 09:55 PM | #24 |
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If you are dining alone, a regular sub will do.
If you have a date.... then you wear one! DUH! |
20 November 2012, 09:59 PM | #25 |
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The no date version is ten times easier to set, if you wear it off and on.
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20 November 2012, 10:04 PM | #26 |
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I like the clean look of the no date.
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21 November 2012, 01:06 AM | #27 |
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+1 exactly why I chose my watch.
This thread is funny, I know what the date is without having to look for it..........and it stays the same number all day! I'm sure you guys who have the date on your watches have a look even though you actually know what the date is? |
20 November 2012, 10:11 PM | #28 |
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It has a date
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20 November 2012, 10:25 PM | #29 |
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20 November 2012, 11:36 PM | #30 |
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Date for me. very useful in my line of work
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