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superstarmar · 6 March 2016, 06:35 AM

But of course my dear Watson !!!

Why would not want to have one ?
It's the most iconic and classic sports watch !!!

RUK · 6 March 2016, 06:42 AM

A sub/GMT/ or a Daytona you need to have a Rolex in there

Sublovin · 6 March 2016, 07:02 AM

For me, yes. It was the first, and in my mind is the quintessential Rolex! Even though I have been wearing my Polar Ex II more often recently, the Sub is a keeper!

Wcdhtwn · 6 March 2016, 07:06 AM

A "Must"? No, but it's desirable. I think a diver is important for a complete collection. If you want a Rolex diver a Sub, SD, DSSD all do the trick. Said another way, a collection with a DSSD doesn't need a Sub to be complete. I have an Omega SMP and feel that does the job of diver for me.

crfsocal · 6 March 2016, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wcdhtwn

A "Must"? No, but it's desirable. I think a diver is important for a complete collection. If you want a Rolex diver a Sub, SD, DSSD all do the trick. Said another way, a collection with a DSSD doesn't need a Sub to be complete. I have an Omega SMP and feel that does the job of diver for me.

Agree

beshannon · 6 March 2016, 07:14 AM

Yes

Boothroyd · 6 March 2016, 07:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Viffer

No.

Buy for yourself, not what a random group of people on the internet want you to have

Agree. If it floats your boat, that's great and have at it. But I have kept passing on it when I have purchased the watches that are in my meager collection.

Skwisgaar · 6 March 2016, 07:24 AM

Not at all. It's a handsome watch but nothing about it compels me to want to buy one. I'll get a couple of GMTs before I end up getting a Sub.

arguetaoscar · 6 March 2016, 07:32 AM

I prefer GMTs over Subs, but yes I am very glad I have a Sub in my collection!

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Dom_Rellik · 6 March 2016, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skwisgaar

Not at all. It's a handsome watch but nothing about it compels me to want to buy one. I'll get a couple of GMTs before I end up getting a Sub.

I got black sub as my 5th, to wear on straps only.
Its hotter that way.

Rolexbiker · 6 March 2016, 08:07 AM

yep

subtona · 6 March 2016, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

It was for me.

Nice Mike

It's an absolute for me.

m1911a1 · 6 March 2016, 08:15 AM

No....great watch though!
I had a Sub for 30-some years and gave it to one of my daughters.
I like Explorer-II's better....
I think the Explorer-1 is the coolest watch Rolex makes, but it's too small for me at 39mm.

beer · 6 March 2016, 08:26 AM

no its not

there is no such thing as a must have for any collection

i would not try to build a collection that appeals to most people, which indeed would include a Sub and a steel Daytona, i am building a collection for me

but with that said i would like to own a sub, however my collection does not feel incomplete without one

Rebel · 6 March 2016, 08:31 AM

Yep (Tudor)

droptopman · 6 March 2016, 08:39 AM

Vintage yes, modern no.

fullcourt · 6 March 2016, 08:40 AM

nope....

Bafflingbs · 6 March 2016, 08:45 AM

When you close your eyes and picture a Rolex, which model comes to mind? With me, it was my Sub. So, yes.

Lange1 · 6 March 2016, 08:49 AM

Yes for me but when I'm bored with all other brands definitely will add SD 4k instead of Sub.

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Seaswirl · 6 March 2016, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beer

no its not

there is no such thing as a must have for any collection

i would not try to build a collection that appeals to most people, which indeed would include a Sub and a steel Daytona, i am building a collection for me

but with that said i would like to own a sub, however my collection does not feel incomplete without one

Which is why the thread asks is a Sub a must for YOUR collection. I don't think anyone is saying that someone else's collection is incomplete without one.

Balsquat · 6 March 2016, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DCheeta

Yes. The Sub and the Speedy Pro are the essentials for me. If forced to pare it down even further to just one watch, the Rolex Submariner would be the keeper.

That is a bad ass combo.

WristEnvy · 6 March 2016, 09:39 AM

Yes! And if you can, one with some green ;)

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blowfish89 · 6 March 2016, 09:45 AM

I like the cleanness of the dial over a GMT, the option for no-date, and the thinness over a Sea Dweller, but its a personal choice.
Personally, a vintage Sub and a modern SD4000 or BLNR are my ideal duo. You could also do a vintage GMT and a modern 114060.

TheRolexKingofLV · 6 March 2016, 09:53 AM

For a "collector" I'd say yes because it's an icon...for the rest of the world, buy what YOU like

Mosbrook · 6 March 2016, 09:59 AM

Nope

carnut335 · 6 March 2016, 10:05 AM

I don't think it's a must-have, but any collector should have at least one of the iconic Rolex watches - the Submariner, the GMT, the Daytona or the Datejust.

Boaters · 6 March 2016, 10:06 AM

YES pure Rolex

CRM114 · 6 March 2016, 10:28 AM

Not for me. I feel no particular attraction to it and any dive watch's main forte' is irrelevant to my life. If I'm ever umpteen hundreds of feet underwater it means I'm already in the belly of the giant squid or great white or whatever other sea monster that ate me.

Timesurfer · 6 March 2016, 10:28 AM

Oh, yes... Once you go sub.... You never go..... Hummmmm.. (Something that rimes with sub)...

I think it an iconic piece that is a great addition to any collection (not indispensable) but very desirable.... I love mine....

Ckci · 6 March 2016, 10:43 AM

Think the Sub is great but it's not a must! Get what you like.

6 March 2016, 06:35 AM	#61
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	But of course my dear Watson !!! Why would not want to have one ? It's the most iconic and classic sports watch !!! Attached Images

6 March 2016, 07:14 AM	#66
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Yes __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

6 March 2016, 08:26 AM	#74
beer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Watch Dealer atm! Watch: all Posts: 2,800	no its not there is no such thing as a must have for any collection i would not try to build a collection that appeals to most people, which indeed would include a Sub and a steel Daytona, i am building a collection for me but with that said i would like to own a sub, however my collection does not feel incomplete without one __________________

6 March 2016, 08:31 AM	#75
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,254	Yep (Tudor) __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

6 March 2016, 08:39 AM	#76
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	Vintage yes, modern no. __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

6 March 2016, 06:42 AM	#62
RUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Ruk Location: .ie Watch: 5711,Sub,Daytona,P Posts: 1,232	A sub/GMT/ or a Daytona you need to have a Rolex in there

6 March 2016, 07:02 AM	#63
Sublovin 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Watch: Lots Posts: 4,595	For me, yes. It was the first, and in my mind is the quintessential Rolex! Even though I have been wearing my Polar Ex II more often recently, the Sub is a keeper!

6 March 2016, 07:06 AM	#64
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,061	A "Must"? No, but it's desirable. I think a diver is important for a complete collection. If you want a Rolex diver a Sub, SD, DSSD all do the trick. Said another way, a collection with a DSSD doesn't need a Sub to be complete. I have an Omega SMP and feel that does the job of diver for me.

6 March 2016, 07:24 AM	#68
Skwisgaar Banned Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Best Carolina Watch: DJ II rhodium, '56 Posts: 114	Not at all. It's a handsome watch but nothing about it compels me to want to buy one. I'll get a couple of GMTs before I end up getting a Sub.

6 March 2016, 07:32 AM	#69
arguetaoscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 2,335	I prefer GMTs over Subs, but yes I am very glad I have a Sub in my collection! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 March 2016, 08:07 AM	#71
Rolexbiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: CONUS Watch: 116610LN Posts: 301	yep

6 March 2016, 08:15 AM	#73
m1911a1 Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: Maine, USA Watch: 42mm Explorer-II's Posts: 489	No....great watch though! I had a Sub for 30-some years and gave it to one of my daughters. I like Explorer-II's better.... I think the Explorer-1 is the coolest watch Rolex makes, but it's too small for me at 39mm.

6 March 2016, 08:40 AM	#77
fullcourt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: dp Location: chicago, usa Watch: panerai Posts: 2,369	nope.... __________________ dp just living the dream chicago, usa chgo_risti on IG

6 March 2016, 08:45 AM	#78
Bafflingbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Howard Location: Md. Watch: 116610ln Posts: 223	When you close your eyes and picture a Rolex, which model comes to mind? With me, it was my Sub. So, yes.

6 March 2016, 08:49 AM	#79
Lange1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: San Francisco Posts: 315	Yes for me but when I'm bored with all other brands definitely will add SD 4k instead of Sub. Sent from my SM-N9208 using Tapatalk

6 March 2016, 09:39 AM	#82
WristEnvy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ray Location: Berkeley, CA Watch: IG @watch.kakashi Posts: 2,579	Yes! And if you can, one with some green ;) Sent from my Nexus 5X using Tapatalk

6 March 2016, 09:45 AM	#83
blowfish89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Canada Watch: 16800 Matte Posts: 398	I like the cleanness of the dial over a GMT, the option for no-date, and the thinness over a Sea Dweller, but its a personal choice. Personally, a vintage Sub and a modern SD4000 or BLNR are my ideal duo. You could also do a vintage GMT and a modern 114060.

6 March 2016, 09:53 AM	#84
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	For a "collector" I'd say yes because it's an icon...for the rest of the world, buy what YOU like __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

6 March 2016, 09:59 AM	#85
Mosbrook "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Cleveland Posts: 414	Nope

6 March 2016, 10:05 AM	#86
carnut335 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: GMTII-BLNR Posts: 144	I don't think it's a must-have, but any collector should have at least one of the iconic Rolex watches - the Submariner, the GMT, the Daytona or the Datejust. __________________ Rolex Daytona 166520 Black Rolex GMT Master II - BLNR Tudor Black Bay Tudor Big Block 79170 1965 Bulova Wrist Alarm (Grandfather's watch)

6 March 2016, 10:06 AM	#87
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	YES pure Rolex

6 March 2016, 10:28 AM	#88
CRM114 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: HK & USA Watch: GMTs,1803, 16610LV Posts: 2,001	Not for me. I feel no particular attraction to it and any dive watch's main forte' is irrelevant to my life. If I'm ever umpteen hundreds of feet underwater it means I'm already in the belly of the giant squid or great white or whatever other sea monster that ate me.

6 March 2016, 10:28 AM	#89
Timesurfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: 12,000+ Lakes! Watch: 16710 Daytona BLNR Posts: 840	Oh, yes... Once you go sub.... You never go..... Hummmmm.. (Something that rimes with sub)... I think it an iconic piece that is a great addition to any collection (not indispensable) but very desirable.... I love mine....

6 March 2016, 10:43 AM	#90
Ckci "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Russell Location: KC, MO Watch: FedEx 4 next 1 Posts: 2,244	Think the Sub is great but it's not a must! Get what you like.

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