Please tell me what to do?????

[iberfoptic]

I'am really torn as to what to do i currently own a omega planet ocean 8500 xl which i really like although i'am really drawn to the rolex sub 116610lv i would have to use my po 8500 as a part exchange what would you do if you were in my shoes
Ps i have a 7.5 inch wrist and have always worn bigger watches like the pam 312, iwc big pilot and currently the po 8500xl

[SohAIS]

I think you may find 40mm a little small even though the hulk looks a little bigger on the wrist. In any case the hulk is a beautiful watch.

[The GMT Master]

I would consider going to a Sub from a Planet Ocean a downgrade

[Cabaiguan]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

I would consider going to a Sub from a Planet Ocean a downgrade

As much as I love the SubC and the glidelock, I'm going to have to concur on this. Aside from aesthetics, which is highly subjective, the PO has a fantastic movement with longer PR and a much better warranty. The 8500 is a knockout.

I would save up and get the Sub at a later date.

[Dr. Robert]

A Rolex is a Rolex, the rest are just watches.

[balboa73]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

A Rolex is a Rolex, the rest are just watches.

This statement doesent make any sense

[Rocco22]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

I would consider going to a Sub from a Planet Ocean a downgrade

I would consider the sub a big upgrade.its a rolex enough said.

[The GMT Master]

Originally Posted by Rocco22

I would consider the sub a big upgrade.its a rolex enough said.

Comments like that really bug me. If you look at it objectively, the only thing that is demonstrably better than the Planet Ocean is the clasp. I personally don't care what brand name is on the dial, I get excited about truly great watches. The Planet Ocean is a truly great watch, the new Sub is not

[Rocco22]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Comments like that really bug me. If you look at it objectively, the only thing that is demonstrably better than the Planet Ocean is the clasp. I personally don't care what brand name is on the dial, I get excited about truly great watches. The Planet Ocean is a truly great watch, the new Sub is not

That is your opinion not mine.i posted my opinion.i am not an omega fan in the least.this is called the rolex forum,correct?looks wise the sub blows the omega clean out of the water in my opinion. Was given an omega years ago and sold it immediately as I have no love for them.nothing to get worked up about.

[The GMT Master]

Originally Posted by Rocco22

That is your opinion not mine.i posted my opinion.i am not an omega fan in the least.this is called the rolex forum,correct?looks wise the sub blows the omega clean out of the water in my opinion. Was given an omega years ago and sold it immediately as I have no love for them.nothing to get worked up about.

Criticise a watch because of its features, and I will have no quarrel - there needs to be two sides of the argument for a strong debate (and that's what I like). To dismiss a watch because of its brand is poor form, in my opinion. Yes, this is a Rolex forum, but we shouldn't lose sight of objectivity, and fair, reasoned criticism is a good way to improve a product. I will always call a watch on how I see it based on the facts, data and reference points I have available - I am only biased towards watches that weigh up based on that. I like great watches, regardless of the name on the dial

If you haven't tried on the new generation of Omegas, you might be surprised...I wouldn't own any Omegas made between about 1980 and 2005, they really did fall a long way from their peak and made some truly awful watches during that period. I'm glad to see that they're beginning to regain some of the quality and design flair that made them the number 1 brand back in the day - had internet fora existed at the time, I am sure plenty of folks would have dismissed Rolex as not being an Omega

Chris

[bigwatchman]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Comments like that really bug me. If you look at it objectively, the only thing that is demonstrably better than the Planet Ocean is the clasp. I personally don't care what brand name is on the dial, I get excited about truly great watches. The Planet Ocean is a truly great watch, the new Sub is not

Amen Chris...

[balboa73]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

I would consider going to a Sub from a Planet Ocean a downgrade

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[kilyung]

Save for it

[BH13GMT]

DSSD could be a smaller jump on size perspective.

[robertneville]

Keep the PO. Save for subby.

[mjclark32]

Another save for it vote

[BCNJ]

I've had 44, 45 and 47mm panerai's as well as a 48mm breitling and have the same size wrist. I find the subc to be perfect in size now and the bigger watches to be uncomfortable now. My subc lv, Pepsi and djII get 99% of wrist time these days

[iberfoptic]

Originally Posted by BCNJ

I've had 44, 45 and 47mm panerai's as well as a 48mm breitling and have the same size wrist. I find the subc to be perfect in size now and the bigger watches to be uncomfortable now. My subc lv, Pepsi and djII get 99% of wrist time these days

Any pics please mate?

[tifosi]

Keep the PO. Save for the Sub. Different enough to have both. Especially the 45.5mm. Although I have a feeling the Sub would look like a toy after taking the PO off and strapping on the Sub.

[nauticajoe]

I'd hold on to the PO. You may regret it later. Give it some time.

Good luck!

[Lagunatic]

Keep the PO

[superdog]

Please tell me what to do??

Grow a set brother and decide what you want.

Other people's opinions are nice, but this is your call. Listen to advice and decide.

You did ask for what to do....this is my telling you.

I personally much prefer the sub!!!

[Doctorsti]

I also say the Sub but then again I would end up getting both.

[beshannon]

Keep the Planet Ocean, the 8500 is a fantastic watch

[boywondergq1]

8500 is too thick. Sell it on the boards, forget about it, then and enjoy your new Sub.
It's one thing to appreciate the build of a nice watch (such as the 8500 PO) and the lume is to die for. It is an absolutely gorgeously executed piece and I believe offers the best bang in the buck in the industry at present. However, having said that, if it wears like a refrigerator it's not comfortable. My maximum tolerance is the 45.5mm 2500 iteration of the PO.

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by boywondergq1

8500 is too thick.

I agree. Thickness and comfort caused me to go with the SubC over the 8500. Plus, I liked the less busy look of the SubC face over the cramped-looking 42mm 8500. And, regarding the movement itself----I've looked at how the 8500 compares to the SubC. The 8500 is the better movement in several respects. But its like comparing an A to an A+. The 8500 isn't SO much better that you should let the movement make the decision for you, IMHO. The Rolex is an older, proven, fantastic movement. And Rolex does it in a much smaller package than the 8500. If Omega was able to fit the 8500's goodness in the size of the SubC movement, then I'd be impressed. Oh, and by the way, my SubC has been running about a second off per week!

[77T]

Save for your next buy.

IMHO, you aren't ready to flip the PO, or maybe haven't the soul of a flipper.

[snowpea]

I would save and wait, but if you can't there is no wrong choice both watches are awesome!

[financeman]

If you like the PO that much then I would definitely save for the sub. You will regret getting rid of the omega.

[floater156]

Wearing a Rolex makes me happy,which is something an Omega can't do. isn't that what it is all about? go for the watch that will make you the most excited to put it on.