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22 October 2021, 08:09 AM | #31 |
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Somewhere out there is someone who longs to own a Rolex Submariner and has the fortitude to wear it and not be swayed by the keening of internet posters. Do the trade and allow that deserving individual to possess your Submariner and strap it on each day with a clear head, free of the ambivalence created by spending too much time online and not enough doing the things for which the Submariner was created.
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22 October 2021, 09:09 AM | #32 |
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LOL this was my first thought, too!
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23 October 2021, 10:49 PM | #33 |
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I want to switch from Rolex to G-Shock
A commodity is something useful and of high value. I never considered my Submariner to be a commodity, but I suppose it could be classified as such.
I’m always thinking about buying a G-Shock. You could get my favorite one for under $400. Unless money is really an issue for you, keep the Submariner, buy the G-Shock. I love G-Shocks but I’m not about to sell any of my watches to get one. They’re so cheap, there’s no reason to do so. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
23 October 2021, 10:52 PM | #34 | |
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23 October 2021, 11:16 PM | #35 |
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I enjoy G-Shocks and have a bag full of them that I have bought and worn over the years. Owning a Submariner and a G-Shock is not exclusive of one another. Go buy a G-Shock or two, wear it and enjoy. Also, wear your Submariner as it is a classic from whatever generation model you have. All of the noise will subside at some point and you will not regret having kept your Submariner.
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23 October 2021, 11:31 PM | #36 | |
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Being that it's a sub you are kind of in the middle of two perspectives though. On the one hand it could be nothing more than a tool watch. Serving it's purpose and no F#!*s given about it's condition. Bliss in a way. On the other you have a watch you love on your wrist. Ideally because it has some sentimental value or represents an occasion in your life. But even if it's just because of how it makes you feel, being a Rolex or what not. But with that usually comes the baggage of worrying about losing/damaging it, or worse, getting robbed. |
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24 October 2021, 01:08 AM | #37 |
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I get the appeal of a Gshock and could totally add one, but to replace a Sub with a Gshock because strangers in a Rolex forum seem to be only interested in value? Sorry, I don't get it. I buy and wear Rolex watches because they're amazing, among other brands.
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24 October 2021, 11:45 PM | #38 |
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Can’t go wrong with a G Shock
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25 October 2021, 03:22 AM | #39 |
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Or just give up on watch forums. Why let chatter there dictate how you feel about any particular watches?
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25 October 2021, 03:51 AM | #40 | |
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Now there’s a good point. Not sure why anyone would want to sell a Sub because of what people say on a forum. The other thing is that when it comes to hype, G-Shocks are almost in the same category as the Submariner. There isn’t the investment component, that is true, but there’s definitely G-Shock hype all over the internet. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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25 October 2021, 05:34 AM | #41 |
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Put the Sub in desk drawer and the buy the G-Shock. If you don't miss the Sub after a month or two, then sell it.
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26 October 2021, 12:19 PM | #42 |
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I hear you...the forum is not what it used to be...I can’t stand 99 percent of the posts in the general forum. I am sick of the same nonsense over and over...used to be cool watches...they have even invaded the vintage forum with nonsense...jerks trying to get credibility on crap watches...I get it. I still love watches but the prices are stupid, and I refuse to pay them. I am looking at other brands. Doubt I will go back to Rolex.
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And you are a stranger, too...so just another stranger’s opinion.
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26 October 2021, 05:12 PM | #44 |
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Don’t let outside influences govern your watch decisions.
Be your own man. E.
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27 October 2021, 01:25 AM | #45 |
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I really appreciate and am enjoying reading all of your responses
I will not be selling/trading my Sub, nor will I swap identities to become Shock King But I may add a nice G or two; just not sure which one(s) yet... I'll keep banging up my Sub though and spend less time getting annoyed by forum posts about $$$. Gotta keep my focus more on the watches because that's what this passion has always been about for me I guess it's just a matter of processing the sadness of seeing my favourite hobby (sickness? lol) seemingly become more and more akin to stock trading. E.g., in every "what should I buy?" post, the overwhelming majority of replies are predictably "Buy the most hyped/valuable one". But again, I'm being overly affected by others' viewpoints. And like many of you said - it is foolish of me to let that diminish my wristwatch enjoyment |
27 October 2021, 07:33 AM | #46 |
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Good to hear. Besides I see Edward Teach as more of a Rolex guy.
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28 October 2021, 12:53 AM | #48 |
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Just put in my request for the new 5000TVA in titanium...kind of a silly price, but that's par for the course these days.
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28 October 2021, 10:14 AM | #50 |
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Like others have said, keep the Sub -- it will always be the quintessential automatic dive watch, regardless of financial speculation and hype. Add a G-Shock of your choice. MR-Gs a certainly beasts, but so are the affordable G-Shocks as well. That's the beauty of G-Shock...the entire range as tool-tough. Get a MR-G if it sings to you; if not, there's bound to be something that you'll like. Best wishes.
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28 October 2021, 10:33 PM | #51 |
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Good decision!
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29 October 2021, 08:15 AM | #52 |
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I have 5 Rolex, 2 Breitling, a Cartier......and this beauty
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29 October 2021, 08:19 AM | #53 | |
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Looks great. I’ve had resin gshocks for so long that I’m really curious what the all metal will feel like on the wrist. Can I ask what size wrist you have and how the bracelet fits? The only hesitation so far for me is how the end links and bracelet will conform to my 6.75ish wrist. Have only had the rubber straps in the past Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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30 October 2021, 02:42 AM | #54 | |
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30 October 2021, 02:55 AM | #55 |
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I only have one Rolex left (D-Blue).
It is easy for me to sell pieces that have doubled in value. I love Rolex, but we are talking pieces that are not generally rare (in the context of rare watches) or haute horology (to be blunt), so when prices hit a certain point I have no qualms with selling them and never seeing them again. Albeit I also would be ok with buying them back if prices make sense again. Right now, there are plenty of pieces out there to be had that are haute, rare, and aesthetically pleasing that are reasonably priced in comparison to the major players. When certain pieces are this hot, it just means someone will eventually get stuck holding the potato. I will say, it has been nice getting retail back on a few pieces I thought I would eventually eat dirt on.
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30 October 2021, 01:23 PM | #57 |
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Upgrade your watch and buy a Fifty Fathoms
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30 October 2021, 07:02 PM | #58 |
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As others have said, the 2 brands can peacefully coexist! Have fun shopping and post an incoming soon.
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31 October 2021, 12:00 AM | #59 |
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It feels really really nice on the wrist. Reminds me of some of my favorite things as a prepubescent boy (Gundham/Robotech/Voltron, Casio/G-Shock watches, die-cast models/toys). Good times...
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31 October 2021, 12:14 AM | #60 |
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This thread has inspired me to sell my seamaster for a g shock. The past year or so i find myself only reaching for the smp going to the gym which seems silly when someone else could easily enjoy it as the amazing everyday watch it is.
Note: in the OPs situation i agree with everyone saying keep sub and add g shock. My situation is different with 8 other watches it just made me realize why own one youre not giving the love to anymore when someone else will easily step in. |
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