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bde · 28 February 2015, 02:23 PM

My amazing wife is taking me to the AD tomorrow to find my next piece. Decision time. Do I go for the 39mm Explorer I or SubC ND???

I currently have a birth year 1680 Sub, Speedy Pro, and Seamaster. I've been looking at the Exp I for a while, but have recently been eyeing the SubC ND. Now I can't decide.

The third option would trade/sell my 1680 and Seamaster and go for a new SD4000.

I need a little help from my TRF brothers.

707soldier · 28 February 2015, 02:28 PM

SubC ND.
You have a nice wife.
Congrats in advance!

BBQ BOY · 28 February 2015, 02:32 PM

Sub ND, and I own the Explorer. I had the ND and miss it. I still adore my Explorer, but the gridlock is where its at.

busytimmy · 28 February 2015, 02:33 PM

Yup, 114060

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malarky_hk · 28 February 2015, 02:35 PM

Sub!

elkaholic · 28 February 2015, 02:44 PM

You've got a great wife, congrats.

I'm just over a month in to owning my 114060 SubC. I will admit that the first couple of weeks or so I was not sold, as I couldn't seem to get the right fit with this watch on my 7" wrist, so much so that it was not very comfortable to wear at all. I took it back yet again to the AD after getting a tip on sizing it from a very helpful TRF member and it fits so well now.

I'm a bit biased towards the look of the SS sub, meaning there probably isn't a Rolex model that I like quite as much. That's why I kept trying to get a good fit on this beautiful piece. I'd even consider picking up a pre-ceramic date version, just because I feel the SubC and its predecessor are two totally different but fantastic looking watches that are not redundant in a collection.

Anyway, back to your original question....I actually tried on a new 39mm Exp for the first time today. It's a great looking watch, seemed very comfortable (even though not properly sized) and would for certain go well with anything from a swimsuit to a tux. But it didn't stand out to me in the same way that the 114060 does and did the first time I tried one on.

Go with the SubC, you won't regret it.

toneafficianado · 28 February 2015, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by busytimmy

Yup, 114060

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I second this

drakulie · 28 February 2015, 02:50 PM

Go with a Rolex Submariner.

Rolex doesn't make a SubC ND.

bde · 28 February 2015, 02:54 PM

Thanks! She's definitely a keeper!

What's always drawn me to the Exp I is its simplicity, and versatility. I tried on HairDude's at a GTG and fell in love.

What's funny is I don't like the SubC date because of the proportions of the case, especially lug to bracelet transition. However, I don't notice it as much on the ND. Must be an optical illusion.

The SD4000 could be an option, but I'd have to sell off some pieces.

Drakulie, right, I mean the Submariner 114060.

kilyung · 28 February 2015, 02:56 PM

I chose 116600>214270>114060

sickened1 · 28 February 2015, 02:58 PM

I couldn't make up my mind so I got both.

Al1969 · 28 February 2015, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bde

You guys.....
What draws me to the Exp I is its simplicity, and versatility.

The SubC ND is definitely a sharper watch with more tech though.

Decisions, decisions.

Sounds like you the Explorer is the one you want.

Chadridv · 28 February 2015, 03:05 PM

I'd go with the Sub!

luvsub · 28 February 2015, 03:09 PM

sub.

Afghanvet · 28 February 2015, 03:10 PM

I'm quite happy with my Subs.

bde · 28 February 2015, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

I chose 116600>214270>114060

Thanks for the insight Mike.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sickened1

I couldn't make up my mind so I got both.

Ed, not helping much bud.

Alright, we'll see what tomorrow holds...

sickened1 · 28 February 2015, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bde

Ed, not helping much bud.

Haha, sorry for the tempting pic... but if I have to choose only one then it's the Explorer I.

Travelin' Jack · 28 February 2015, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sickened1

Haha, sorry for the tempting pic... but if I have to choose only one then it's the Explorer I.

I have both as well and I'd take the Sub between the two.

2106 · 28 February 2015, 04:12 PM

Subc IMO.

Eric Chan · 28 February 2015, 04:31 PM

114060. You will not regret it. Your Wife is definitely a keeper.

Ritch99 · 28 February 2015, 04:41 PM

I love both and wear them equally. If I had to choose between them....It would be the Sub 114060, just because I am a diver guy. However, if you don't dive and like them both....the Exp I is so comfortable on the wrist...what can I tell you.

jjnd08 · 28 February 2015, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

I chose 116600>214270>114060

I'd do this.

My second choice would be explorer. Sounds like the Exp is the one you want, but you are letting the Sub cloud your judgment.

Racerdj · 28 February 2015, 10:35 PM

First of all, you have an amazing wife and the Sub gets my vote. Please post new wrist shots.

AK797 · 28 February 2015, 10:44 PM

Your wrist will tell you, I suspect it will be the subc.

locutus49 · 28 February 2015, 10:44 PM

Sub Date. Love the cyclops.

iancs · 28 February 2015, 10:47 PM

Sub.

brandrea · 28 February 2015, 11:21 PM

I'd vote for the Sub as well, but try them on and see which speaks to you. Good luck deciding and please post wrist shots of the winner!

ajg1960 · 1 March 2015, 12:25 AM

A lot of folks, including me, think they know exactly what model Rolex they want, then they go to the AD and try it on, and they don't like it as much anymore. Maybe their initial choice number 2 or 3 wins their heart when on the wrist. Maybe a model you never considered will have that effect. My advice--go try on a few with an open mind and see what happens. Doesn't really matter what anyone else thinks.

badass09 · 1 March 2015, 12:31 AM

Sub no date is the perfect choice for you..

domrusso10 · 1 March 2015, 12:34 AM

Sub hands down

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28 February 2015, 02:23 PM	#1
bde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Brad Location: Indiana Watch: -aholics anonymous Posts: 1,589	Decisions, decisions My amazing wife is taking me to the AD tomorrow to find my next piece. Decision time. Do I go for the 39mm Explorer I or SubC ND??? I currently have a birth year 1680 Sub, Speedy Pro, and Seamaster. I've been looking at the Exp I for a while, but have recently been eyeing the SubC ND. Now I can't decide. The third option would trade/sell my 1680 and Seamaster and go for a new SD4000. I need a little help from my TRF brothers.

28 February 2015, 02:28 PM	#2
707soldier "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: 707soldier Location: California, USA Watch: ROLEX USA Posts: 522	SubC ND. You have a nice wife. Congrats in advance! __________________

28 February 2015, 02:44 PM	#6
elkaholic "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: ATL Watch: Rolex Posts: 683	You've got a great wife, congrats. I'm just over a month in to owning my 114060 SubC. I will admit that the first couple of weeks or so I was not sold, as I couldn't seem to get the right fit with this watch on my 7" wrist, so much so that it was not very comfortable to wear at all. I took it back yet again to the AD after getting a tip on sizing it from a very helpful TRF member and it fits so well now. I'm a bit biased towards the look of the SS sub, meaning there probably isn't a Rolex model that I like quite as much. That's why I kept trying to get a good fit on this beautiful piece. I'd even consider picking up a pre-ceramic date version, just because I feel the SubC and its predecessor are two totally different but fantastic looking watches that are not redundant in a collection. Anyway, back to your original question....I actually tried on a new 39mm Exp for the first time today. It's a great looking watch, seemed very comfortable (even though not properly sized) and would for certain go well with anything from a swimsuit to a tux. But it didn't stand out to me in the same way that the 114060 does and did the first time I tried one on. Go with the SubC, you won't regret it. __________________ 16570 Exp II White 16220 DJ silver stick 16233 DJ champagne stick

28 February 2015, 03:10 PM	#15
Afghanvet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Virginia Watch: Subs, SD4K Posts: 2,272	I'm quite happy with my Subs. __________________ Subaholics Anonymous

28 February 2015, 04:31 PM	#20
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	114060. You will not regret it. Your Wife is definitely a keeper. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016

28 February 2015, 02:32 PM	#3
BBQ BOY "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: South Carolina Posts: 513	Sub ND, and I own the Explorer. I had the ND and miss it. I still adore my Explorer, but the gridlock is where its at.

28 February 2015, 02:33 PM	#4
busytimmy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 3,745	Yup, 114060 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 February 2015, 02:35 PM	#5
malarky_hk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ... Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,466	Sub!

28 February 2015, 02:50 PM	#8
drakulie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Ft. Lauderdale Posts: 234	Go with a Rolex Submariner. Rolex doesn't make a SubC ND.

28 February 2015, 02:54 PM	#9
bde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Brad Location: Indiana Watch: -aholics anonymous Posts: 1,589	Thanks! She's definitely a keeper! What's always drawn me to the Exp I is its simplicity, and versatility. I tried on HairDude's at a GTG and fell in love. What's funny is I don't like the SubC date because of the proportions of the case, especially lug to bracelet transition. However, I don't notice it as much on the ND. Must be an optical illusion. The SD4000 could be an option, but I'd have to sell off some pieces. Drakulie, right, I mean the Submariner 114060.

28 February 2015, 02:56 PM	#10
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	I chose 116600>214270>114060

28 February 2015, 02:58 PM	#11
sickened1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,054	I couldn't make up my mind so I got both.

28 February 2015, 03:05 PM	#13
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	I'd go with the Sub!

28 February 2015, 03:09 PM	#14
luvsub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,222	sub.

28 February 2015, 04:12 PM	#19
2106 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Watch: SubC 114060 Posts: 486	Subc IMO.

28 February 2015, 04:41 PM	#21
Ritch99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Mitch Location: CONUS Watch: DSSD and others Posts: 1,186	I love both and wear them equally. If I had to choose between them....It would be the Sub 114060, just because I am a diver guy. However, if you don't dive and like them both....the Exp I is so comfortable on the wrist...what can I tell you.

28 February 2015, 10:35 PM	#23
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	First of all, you have an amazing wife and the Sub gets my vote. Please post new wrist shots. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

28 February 2015, 10:44 PM	#24
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Your wrist will tell you, I suspect it will be the subc.

28 February 2015, 10:44 PM	#25
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	Sub Date. Love the cyclops.

28 February 2015, 10:47 PM	#26
iancs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: london Watch: Out Posts: 73	Sub.

28 February 2015, 11:21 PM	#27
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,113	I'd vote for the Sub as well, but try them on and see which speaks to you. Good luck deciding and please post wrist shots of the winner!

1 March 2015, 12:25 AM	#28
ajg1960 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Andy Location: New Jersey USA Watch: DJ / ND Sub Posts: 292	A lot of folks, including me, think they know exactly what model Rolex they want, then they go to the AD and try it on, and they don't like it as much anymore. Maybe their initial choice number 2 or 3 wins their heart when on the wrist. Maybe a model you never considered will have that effect. My advice--go try on a few with an open mind and see what happens. Doesn't really matter what anyone else thinks.

1 March 2015, 12:31 AM	#29
badass09 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: prabhu Location: singapore Watch: ROLEX 116613LBD Posts: 713	Sub no date is the perfect choice for you..

1 March 2015, 12:34 AM	#30
domrusso10 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: new york Watch: 116334 & 116610 Posts: 1,310	Sub hands down Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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