New sunburst dial vrs flat blue dial

[AK797]

If I was to buy a TT I would still buy the sunburst as it is beautiful, but its not top of my list now.

[Mr. K]

Almost think the sunburst TT sub is becoming unpopular.

you have those that only like the older TT subs, now you have those that only like the smurf blue TT sub, who is actually left to admire Rolex's new offering?

Oh, that is right.... the rest of the world.

But seriously I think it is kinda cool there is the variation, sorta like the purple dials of the past.

I bet is the smurf WILL become sought after in 10-15 years, but still sunburst for me when I buy. Like I said before, buy/wear what you like.

[adsusanto]

Originally Posted by Mr. K

Almost think the sunburst TT sub is becoming unpopular.

you have those that only like the older TT subs, now you have those that only like the smurf blue TT sub, who is actually left to admire Rolex's new offering?

Oh, that is right.... the rest of the world.

But seriously I think it is kinda cool there is the variation, sorta like the purple dials of the past.

I bet is the smurf WILL become sought after in 10-15 years, but still sunburst for me when I buy. Like I said before, buy/wear what you like.

That is NOT really true.....the model has just been released. Just because there are some people who like the older blue (like myself) does not mean the new one is not popular??? There are a lot others who also love the new sunburst?? (not to mention people who must buy the latest..) People have different preference...that is the fun of it....

Personally I think people should care less of dollar values (what it will be now or in the future).....They should wear what suit them the best (like what others say "sing most"). Either way...burst or no burst....NOTHING BEAT THE BLUE (IMHO though...)

[toph]

I wholeheartedly agree...the original blue and ceramic is far nicer. Had them both out to view recently and the new sunburst dial just doesn't match at all IMHO.

[sjuli_123]

I just love the new blue dial

[Furbo]

Flat for me, if its true about 116619 staying the same, than I'm happy and guys at Rolex really know what they are doing.

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by Keith1

I agree 100%. Yesterday I did a side by side comparison with both watches, and found the same results. I am really glad I got the Smurf, and didn't wait for the Sunburst!!

My understanding is the Smurf is still available only in the flat blue dial. No choice of the cobalt SB blue dial at this point in time.

[Keith1]

Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

My understanding is the Smurf is still available only in the flat blue dial. No choice of the cobalt SB blue dial at this point in time.

I thought the Smurf is the flat blue dial?

If you mean WG, then yes.

[Vittorio77]

New one for me

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by Keith1

I thought the Smurf is the flat blue dial?

If you mean WG, then yes.

Yes, the Smurf is the WG Sub, and it's only available in the flat blue dial. That's why I didn't understand you comment about being glad you didn't wait for the sunburst dial - because you'd still be waiting for the sunburst on the Smurf.

But I guess I misunderstood you. I suppose you meant you're glad you went ahead and got the WG Sub rather than waiting for the TT or YG to come out with the sunburst dial. I just didn't think this is what you meant because you could have waited to see what the other models looked like with the new dial since the WG would still have been available with the flat blue.

[Keith1]

Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

Yes, the Smurf is the WG Sub, and it's only available in the flat blue dial. That's why I didn't understand you comment about being glad you didn't wait for the sunburst dial - because you'd still be waiting for the sunburst on the Smurf.

But I guess I misunderstood you. I suppose you meant you're glad you went ahead and got the WG Sub rather than waiting for the TT or YG to come out with the sunburst dial. I just didn't think this is what you meant because you could have waited to see what the other models looked like with the new dial since the WG would still have been available with the flat blue.

My confusion. I thought all the flat blue dials were called "Smurf", just not the WG model. I do know the WG only has the flat blue dial. Thank you for the correction!!

[slm9555]

My dad got an LB new from an AD last January. I feel a little bad that his watch is now "the old model". Sunburst dials are pretty cool

[up2nogood]

Originally Posted by Keith1

My confusion. I thought all the flat blue dials were called "Smurf", just not the WG model. I do know the WG only has the flat blue dial. Thank you for the correction!!

YG also has the flat blue dial.

[VICI]

The new issue YG has the sunburst dial.

I like it.

The flat blue just looks a little too plain.

I'm sure we'd probably agree that if the bezel was in better sync with the dial, the sunburst would be much more favored.

[AbqRolexFan]

I owned the TT with Smurf dial, and sold it when I purchased the WG sub. I was visiting my AD today and he had a TT Sub with the new dial in the display case. I much prefer the Smurf dial.

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by slm9555

My dad got an LB new from an AD last January. I feel a little bad that his watch is now "the old model". Sunburst dials are pretty cool

Don't feel too bad. In the scheme of things his will probably prove more rare.

[TimeOnHand]

I like the flat blue dial as well!

[Mystro]

Ain't nothing like the real thing baby..........

[gwozhog]

Go black TT and never look back. Do you really want a watch nicknamed The smurf?

[Rolex_Bob]

In "forum speak", what do we call (nickname) the bluey/purple dial from the early/mid 1990's?

Thanks,

Bob.

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by gwozhog

Go black TT and never look back. Do you really want a watch nicknamed The smurf?

I'd love to have a Smurf. Heck, I'd like a Kermit too.

BTW, neither one of those are two tone.

[Racerdj]

For sure the Sunburst is not for everybody. In my case I prefer the MOP dials as they constantly change their color and why I chose the Sunburst dial. For me it is not important that the bezel matches the dial. It depends on the light.

[SixPak]

Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

Don't feel too bad. In the scheme of things his will probably prove more rare.

This is exactly my thinking now although when I bought my smurf tt Subc this though didn't cross my mind.

[venom43]

Originally Posted by Racerdj

For sure the Sunburst is not for everybody. In my case I prefer the MOP dials as they constantly change their color and why I chose the Sunburst dial. For me it is not important that the bezel matches the dial. It depends on the light.

I go the dark/Tahitian mother of pearl for my watches...I love to have the different color of dial depending on the light....which is why I went with the yacht master instead of the sub.....that saying....the smurf sub looks so much better.....and "the deep blue" combo looks great....if you like the sunburst go old school.....new ceramic doesn't match IMHO....

[gwozhog]

Originally Posted by Rolex_Bob

In "forum speak", what do we call (nickname) the bluey/purple dial from the early/mid 1990's?

Thanks,

Bob.

Bluesey

[Baselman]

New for me

[Baselman]

Both are really nice mind

[alanc]

Originally Posted by Mystro

Ain't nothing like the real thing baby..........

THAT is a gorgeous watch and exactly what I want. What is the Serial letter?

[Keith1]

Originally Posted by up2nogood

YG also has the flat blue dial.

You are correct for now, but these are being replaced by the new sunburst on all new stock being shipped from Rolex. In the future, only the WG will have the flat blue.

[Clutch Cargo]

I stopped by an AD yesterday that had both the flat and sunburst dials. I got to compare them side by side. The sunburst dial made the dial and watch appear smaller. I know it was an optical illusion, but it was very noticeable. It wasn't just me, the sales woman thought it appeared smaller as well.