Who decided in the end not to buy a Sub and why?

[peterpl]

Yes that Omega 300M is getting LOTS and LOTS of love and for good reason. Its a killer watch for the price

imho it kills the sub hands down in terms of technology and price and honesly in looks as well.

In saying that every Rolex lover should have a sub. Either SS, TT or PM sub in any collection. Multiple subs? nah I dont think that is wise.

[pearson1995]

I really wanted a hulk. But couldn’t get on a list at my AD... I am starting to want a smurf. But with the hulk unobtainable from my AD and smurf a bit too expensive for me right now, I’ve compromised and I’m buying a watch that in many ways I don’t actually see as a compromise, the BB58

[ScottishRolex]

I had been looking for one, for tired of waiting and jumped on a 126660 DSSD.

Really didn’t like how large the DSSD was, despite being a big enough guy that it didn’t look (too) silly on me I sold it at a nominal loss after 5 months.

Replaced it with a white Omega Seamaster.

Hoping this scratches the dive watch itch and would be happy to have the extra cash in pocket too ;-)

[GMT Aviator]

Because I wear a GMT LN as my daily as it’s more useful for my needs, and once you have one black bezel Rolex, you essentially have them all as they are not dissimilar enough to warrant buying anymore.

[AK797]

Not me, have always had one, in fact it was the sub that made me first decide in the end not to buy an Omega I had had my eye on.

[WastedYears]

Short answer: those lugs

Long answer: I love switching out straps on all my watches to change things up a bit, and the 6-digit Sub really only looks good on the bracelet due to those fat lugs.

So like others, I went with the SD4K

[amanbra]

Ym40. Prefer the case shape


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[abozz]

Originally Posted by samsmart

I have a few subs. I think every collection deserves one.

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A dream!! Why two 114060?

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[theflywrist]

Originally Posted by abozz

A dream!! Why two 114060?

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The other is a 116610 it appears, for when one misses not having a cyclops I suppose!
(Not to say that us Rolex heads couldn't justify 2 of the same model)

Edit. Just noticed the far right. Not sure which sub that is as it has a red seconds hand (possibly reflection)

[GST15]

Originally Posted by amanbra

Ym40. Prefer the case shape


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I agree. YM 40 for comfort and style if you don't need the 300m dive capabilities.
Or GMT, wears a bit larger but still less bulky than sub IMO

[Nav01L]

I did, because I had just got a call for the Pepsi a bit earlier, ended up not liking the Pepsi and should have picked up the Sub in hindsight, but he, pretty sure new opportunities will come.

[Nav01L]

Originally Posted by abozz

A dream!! Why two 114060?

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I guess he modded one of them, seems like a red seconds hand and no crown guards

[Xenon]

The GMT looks better, is more practical, and far less common.

[1William]

I currently have four Rolex Divers in my collection. A ND, DSSD JC, Hulk and a YG Submariner 116618LB. Great watches and I feel linked to the model as my first Rolex was a Submariner back in the early 90's. I try to keep at least one Rolex Diver in the rotation but have found, of late, I prefer the Tudor's and Seiko's more.

[JoseR]

Funny a couple years ago I saw a friend of mines with a Sub and thought, that may be the first Rolex . But then I started going on the Rolex website and looking up different watches and the Sub was the one I thought would be my first. Well, after doing my research the Sub kind of fell out of my plans. I don't dive and it looked like everyone had one. So, I started looking into the Milgauss and the Air King something different from the norm and ended up with the AK and a few months late got the DJ41. Happy with both.

[Brew]

Beginning, middle, and/or end. Just not for me.

[johnorpheus]

I decided on a Tudor BB and Omega Planet Ocean over the classic ND Sub, and am very happy with them. Both just have that little pop of color on the dial/bezel. Plus I already have the TT bluesy, which is the Sub I really wanted in the first place, so for me it made sense to expand my horizons a bit.

[B2 Stealth]

I'm always amused when I hear the remark "Everyone has a Sub" or "You see them everywhere." I can't name one friend of mine who has a Sub and rarely see anyone wearing a Sub and I'm always in scan mode. My first Rolex was a Sub. I have since purchased a Batman and JC DSSD. The Sub rarely leaves my wrist--THE perfect watch. If I were a "one-watch guy" it would definitely be a Sub!

[dafuture]

Thought about condensing and getting a Sub. I tried it on at Tourneau and just ended up really disliking the way it wore on me. Don't misunderstand me, I still think it's a great watch, it just doesn't work well for me.

I bought a Datejust 41 Dark Rhodium with smooth bezel and oyster bracelet instead.

[DG123]

I don't do underwater diving so I bought an OP 116000.

[maveric]

The chunky lugs ultimately dissuaded me.

[StillTrying]

I bought a sub C no date from an AD. Loved it the first couple of months, but after that I started to think it looked slightly awkward on me. It looked amazing when I took it off, but on my wrist looked strange. I remember when considering the sub I read on TRF that “it may be 40mm, but it wears like a 42mm”. I found this statement to be true upon wearing for awhile. I traded (plus some cash received ) for an explorer 1- 214270. Not regretting my decision so far! I do miss the feel/sound of the rotating bezel.

[Oyster Sauce]

Originally Posted by Jster

I liked the 5 digit Subs back in the day but didn’t like the bracelet. I felt I was too flimsy. I like the modern 6 digit Sub bracelet but don’t like the bloated case. It always something...

This. Plus, I am unwilling to pay current prices (preowned or new) for Subs. Too bad...the Sub is a glorious watch design.

[horntiger]

Like a number of you, I bought the Omega SMP professional. I bought it a couple months ago with the black face on the rubber strap. I have a GMT and, frankly, I don't think the sub contrasts with it enough to own both. I also just couldn't wrap my head around the price difference for what I got. I paid under $4k for the Omega and it is a great watch. Keeps +/- 1 time and is a good looking movement. the watch has really grown on me too. I find myself wearing it quite a bit, even though I have a BLNR, SkyD, 1969 AK, DJ II and Cellini date. I certainly have nothing negative to say about the sub, but the price and closeness in appearance (to my eye at least) with the GMT prompted me to go with the Omega.

[-dustin]

Originally Posted by bobfried

Had a chance to pick up a sub date from an AD last month. I passed on it.

As much as I want a sub it’s jut not special enough in light of the current situation. I’m saving the money to pick up a Patek nice the skydive from their perches.

Let's be honest...is it special in any situation?

[Euge]

So I decided to let pass a Hulk (didn’t smile to me) but instead got this...




I just got a different Sub


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[El Cascarrabias]

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

I had choice of Sub, Sub with date, SD4K, and DSSD (JC)

Sub and Sub with date - classic but couldn't deal with the squared off lugs. made the Sub look like square odd shape cushion case.

DSSD (JC) - loved the gradient dial and somewhat limited nature of the JC however, the watch is just a massive beast on small wrists. Way too top heavy and is like a dinner plate on my wrist.

SD4K was my choice...
-classic looking just like a Sub

but more importantly these are all the things that the Sub does not have
-shapely lugs
-full minute counter around the entire bezel
-4000 ft depth rating
-no cyclops makes for nice clean dial
-matte dial (instead of glossy)

THIS!

[redtigers]

I passed on a sub ND and I'm still waiting for an explorer 1. For me an Exp 1 is a better fit for how I want to use the watch(beater, occasionally under a shirt cuff, and doesn't scream Rolex).

The sub is perhaps the most iconic rolex design and a fantastic watch. My preference from an Exp 1 doesn't take away from my admiration of the sub.

[Dougiebaby]

Originally Posted by Rolex50

And what did you do/choose instead?

I loved my ND Sub for the two years I owned it. But I got a BLNR and they were just too similar to me and I liked the GMT more ... so I sold the ND.





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[HeadCoach]

Originally Posted by Dougiebaby

I loved my ND Sub for the two years I owned it. But I got a BLNR and they were just too similar to me and I liked the GMT more ... so I sold the ND.





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You sold the ND?? Ok we need a video explaining why they were too similar. You were so passionate about your ND in your YouTube Vids.

Btw, your vids do a good job showing them off and reviewing them...keep them coming


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