SS GRNR(Bruce Wayne) Vs BLNR (Batman)

[Potawatomi]

Well the bat boy watch has been available in some sort of configuration for 10+ years. If you like the novelty I think going with the Brittany Griner takes the cake on recency alone. I've seen so many batboys, bat girls, Pepsi, Pepsi girls and the Griner is a nice subtle change for those who might not seek as much color.

[Nads786]

Originally Posted by JRell

I am literally going through this right now. I think the gray is a better one watch and the BLNR better in a collection. Does everyone agree with this? Might help OP decide.

The blue is subtle enough that it can be a one and done IMO. It also breaks up the monochromaticness of the watch.

[derklink]

Originally Posted by Potawatomi

Well the bat boy watch has been available in some sort of configuration for 10+ years. If you like the novelty I think going with the Brittany Griner takes the cake on recency alone. I've seen so many batboys, bat girls, Pepsi, Pepsi girls and the Griner is a nice subtle change for those who might not seek as much color.

Brittany Griner? Please explain.

[Philadelphialawyer1]

Either one on jubilee to change it up from the oyster bracelets I have.

[Dave O]

Originally Posted by Potawatomi

Well the bat boy watch has been available in some sort of configuration for 10+ years. If you like the novelty I think going with the Brittany Griner takes the cake on recency alone. I've seen so many batboys, bat girls, Pepsi, Pepsi girls and the Griner is a nice subtle change for those who might not seek as much color.

Originally Posted by derklink

Brittany Griner? Please explain.

For whatever reason he has a fascination that the nickname for the GRNR is Griner, which it isn't. He likes to associate the basketball player, Brittney Griner with "GRNR". As with you, 3/4's of the world have no clue who she even is.

When in fact, most people associate the TT and PM GRNR with Guinness because of it's black/grey/gold combination colored bezel.

[Dave O]

Originally Posted by Mathematoxic

Prefer the BLNR. GRNR looks boring on stainless steel. Looks best on 2 tone IMO.

100% agree. I have the TT GRNR and the SS does nothing for me.

To the OP. As others have stated, only you can decide which one YOU like best. You will be the one wearing it, not us. What I like may not be what you like.

[Mystro]

I’ll take the BLNR/jubilee as the #1 GMT color combo. This would be as a “one and done” Rolex collection or a multi watch collection.

Here is a more in-depth “open box” thread on my thought process after owning many.
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=932464

[Cru Jones]

Really easy for me: the new GRNR.

[Potawatomi]

Originally Posted by derklink

Brittany Griner? Please explain.

Originally Posted by Dave O

For whatever reason he has a fascination that the nickname for the GRNR is Griner, which it isn't. He likes to associate the basketball player, Brittney Griner with "GRNR". As with you, 3/4's of the world have no clue who she even is.

When in fact, most people associate the TT and PM GRNR with Guinness because of it's black/grey/gold combination colored bezel.

Well the whole point of this post by OP was just to use the goofy moniker of Bruce Wayne in a post. I decide to take it to new levels of absurdity and call it "Griner" because its significantly closer to GRNR than calling it "bruce wayne" you're just pronouncing the reference ID as a word.

[Bazil]

Originally Posted by padi56

This prestigious brand of Rolex has thankfully become comic book characters. Speaking for myself I always buy the watches I want to own and wear and that's the only opinion that matters. My favourite though is the Hulk followed by the Cookie Monster

I’d like to agree with young Padi on this ..
but my choice would be the Sprite - a soft drink character ..

[Watchsprings]

Forever…

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Bazil

I’d like to agree with young Padi on this ..
but my choice would be the Sprite - a soft drink character ..

It's funny the once prestigious brand of Rolex watches to some have become nothing more than comic book characters. Speaking for myself I always buy the watches I want to own and wear and that's the only opinion that matter this is what I posted not anything about the other silly stupid nicknames.

[bluestreak]

It’s amazing to me how people get so bent out of shape over nicknames.

It must be a sad existence to have or tolerate no whimsy in one’s life

[Krash]

The BLNR is much more “toned down” than you would think. Not sure why people think the blue shines like a spotlight.

Below is a picture of me wearing a BLNR. It looks like a GRNR.



Here is another. You can see the blue but it’s not shimmering like a beacon.




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[jb335]

There is no better but I prefer the colorway of the BLNR. It’s a beautiful hue of blue and more interesting to me than the grey/black.

I totally get the appeal of the GRNR though, I just prefer the BLNR.


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[Bazil]

Originally Posted by padi56

It's funny the once prestigious brand of Rolex watches to some have become nothing more than comic book characters. Speaking for myself I always buy the watches I want to own and wear and that's the only opinion that matter this is what I posted not anything about the other silly stupid nicknames.

[thesharkfactor]

Guys..

If the PM/TT GRNR is Guinness.. the SS is the Gonster...!

It's a real thing too..

[Bazil]

[derklink]

Originally Posted by Potawatomi

Well the whole point of this post by OP was just to use the goofy moniker of Bruce Wayne in a post. I decide to take it to new levels of absurdity and call it "Griner" because its significantly closer to GRNR than calling it "bruce wayne" you're just pronouncing the reference ID as a word.

[jb335]

Originally Posted by padi56

It's funny the once prestigious brand of Rolex watches to some have become nothing more than comic book characters. Speaking for myself I always buy the watches I want to own and wear and that's the only opinion that matter this is what I posted not anything about the other silly stupid nicknames.

Haha, I definitely agree with your sentiment. I never use the superhero names but I understand why some do. Easier to describe for them. But I agree with you, seems immature and lowering the brand.

I’m curious, I wasn’t paying attention to Rolex in the 90s or earlier, was there also a pushback from Rolex aficionados when people used the soda pop nicknames? I.e. Pepsi, Coke, Root Beer

One could argue soda pop nicknames and super hero nicknames are equally juvenile.


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[windingmybusiness]

BLNR in steel. GRNR in yellow gold.

[DoubleDeac]

If you're looking for the "better" choice, ask yourself. Totally a subjective thing.

However, if you crave attention and more validation from others then I would suggest the BLNR on a jubilee has it has the blue to capture the eye.

[Bazil]

Originally Posted by jb335

Haha, I definitely agree with your sentiment. I never use the superhero names but I understand why some do. Easier to describe for them. But I agree with you, seems immature and lowering the brand.

I’m curious, I wasn’t paying attention to Rolex in the 90s or earlier, was there also a pushback from Rolex aficionados when people used the soda pop nicknames? I.e. Pepsi, Coke, Root Beer

One could argue soda pop nicknames and super hero nicknames are equally juvenile.


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Of course there wasn’t, come on - it’s miserable grouches moaning for moaning sake, same people who’d win a million and moan it wasn’t two .. .. getting antsy over a name and you ask if it lowers the brand ? What on earth does that mean ? Someone won’t buy the new GMT because it’s getting called Bruce Wayne so they think sod that I’m not wearing that watch .. hahahaha .. … man, lighten up people it’s fun, life’s short chill seriously chill and enjoy the wonders these watches are whatever they’re called ..

[jb335]

Originally Posted by Bazil

Of course there wasn’t, come on - it’s miserable grouches moaning for moaning sake, same people who’d win a million and moan it wasn’t two .. .. getting antsy over a name and you ask if it lowers the brand ? What on earth does that mean ? Someone won’t buy the new GMT because it’s getting called Bruce Wayne so they think sod that I’m not wearing that watch .. hahahaha .. … man, lighten up people it’s fun, life’s short chill seriously chill and enjoy the wonders these watches are whatever they’re called ..

Um, who needs to chill?!


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[pigman08]

Originally Posted by Marciano

Not sure if this has been covered yet. But which GMT is the better choice?


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Better choice for what?… I think the BLNR is the better choice for those who like black and blue, and the GRNR is the better choice for those who like black and gray.


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[Joearch]

As in many aspects of life we have a both and situation…..not either or. Love my BLNR and GMT’s in general. I had the GRNR on the wrist and found it to be quite elegant, almost sublime. I think it’s kind of nice to move past all the color, just a bit sometimes. Hope to add the GRNR, but not my next allocation. I hope.

[geoach]

Originally Posted by padi56

It's funny the once prestigious brand of Rolex watches to some have become nothing more than comic book characters. Speaking for myself I always buy the watches I want to own and wear and that's the only opinion that matter this is what I posted not anything about the other silly stupid nicknames.

couldn't agree more

[milgauss2232]

BTW, which has a longer waiting list?

[Dini]

BLNR for me

[pigman08]

Originally Posted by bluestreak

It’s amazing to me how people get so bent out of shape over nicknames.

It must be a sad existence to have or tolerate no whimsy in one’s life

Like beauty, whimsy is in the eye of the beholder… I roll my eyes at the nicknames and shake my head at those desperate for validation in being the first person to coin a nickname for a new watch… That being said, I find it quite whimsical when my 10 yr old son farts while his cello instructor is standing next to him while she’s trying to teach him the correct way to pull his bow… YMMV.


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