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Raggy · 16 June 2015, 05:08 AM

I have been lurking for a whilst whilst I make up my mind about a purchase.

There is a lot of good information on the forum that has made some worthwhile reading for me so thank you to all the posters.

I had my mind set on a GMT BLNR and had the opportunity today to visit a local AD in the NE of England and tried on:

GMT BLNR
GMT Black
Subc Date Black
SD4000

Having them all sat side by side was a really useful experience

I decided that the GMT's were a bit too flashy for me and I was not happy with the polished centre links

I really liked the SD4000 it sat well on my wrist and doesn't look anywhere near as big as you would think, but it is too thick to wear comfortably with a shirt on a daily basis

The SubC was the biggest looking on my wrist but..... I was very impressed by the glidelock and it wasn't as flashy as the GMT, also the Bezel is slightly less fussy for my tastes, and it sat well on my wrist with a shirt sleeve.

The fact that the sales person had a subc of his own that fitted my wrist was a really useful experience because it was very difficult to compare actual fitting, but having tried his on it helped my appreciation of the fit.

Looks like the subc is going to be my choice.......all I have to do now is stump up the cash !!!

Raggy

tkerrmd · 16 June 2015, 08:41 AM

Good to hear your thoughts but no pics???

texex91 · 16 June 2015, 08:43 AM

For a Rolex visit an AD. Buy from trusted seller here (unless AD will match their price).

Good luck with purchase.

Old Expat Beast · 16 June 2015, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texex91

For a Rolex visit an AD. Buy from trusted seller here (unless AD will match their price).

Good luck with purchase.

OP is in the UK. Most trusted sellers here are in the USA. Not really an option with taxes and customs.

Urosfan · 16 June 2015, 09:06 AM

Great choice

JRolex · 16 June 2015, 09:34 AM

One of these days, I'll be walking into Ben Bridge to try out a SD4K myself.

Racerdj · 16 June 2015, 09:40 AM

It's good advice to try several on while looking.

k8wt · 16 June 2015, 10:03 AM

What's the list price for the subc in the USA?

Jack T · 16 June 2015, 10:08 AM

Amazing how a Sub becomes the choice for so many buyers! Despite preconceived notions, side by side comparisons and any number of ways one comes to a decision, the Sub wins out so many times. Congrats and hope you enjoy it.

Ravager135 · 16 June 2015, 11:48 AM

I obviously love Subs but the Sea Dweller is a great piece. I am glad it caught your eye because I feel it really rounds out the Rolex Dive collection with its siblings the Submariner and Deep Sea.

Danex · 16 June 2015, 12:14 PM

Can't go wrong with the Sub. Post wrist pics once you get it.
You were very wise to take the time to discover the best choice for yourself by trying them on.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk while driving down the interstate at 75 mph

Boothroyd · 16 June 2015, 01:00 PM

Many times has a watch looked very different in person than in pictures. An AD visit to compare is always a good step, even if you are planning to purchase at a later date. It allows you move with confidence should an opportunity arise.

Roller07 · 16 June 2015, 01:10 PM

SubC is a great choice. Glidelock clasp is great.

GB-man · 16 June 2015, 01:11 PM

Sub over GMT for me as well. It's a great watch.

johneh · 16 June 2015, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texex91

For a Rolex visit an AD. Buy from trusted seller here (unless AD will match their price).

Good luck with purchase.

People in the U.S. love telling everyone to buy from the forums, but it's not really an attractive option when you factor in duty and taxes.

thomaspp · 16 June 2015, 01:30 PM

Cool! But you don't don't like PLCs!!!!?

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bdex75 · 16 June 2015, 01:34 PM

If those 3 I would go with the SD4k. I think that it wears as well with a suit and tie as a sub does and you will not see one on every other wrist. But, the spot for a sub in my watch box is reserved for a WG Smurf.

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bde · 16 June 2015, 01:39 PM

I recently walked into my AD looking for a 214270 Exp I. I tried it on along with a 114060, and SD4k. I liked the 114060 Sub the best of the lot. The SD4k was more comfortable than I thought it would be, but it also wore much smaller than I thought it would too. Definitely go try them all on.

seand442 · 16 June 2015, 02:29 PM

I thought I was set on a 216570. After a trip to the AD, I realized the SubC was the best one for me.

tcpx · 16 June 2015, 03:30 PM

The SubC has a magical way of reeling you in. There's no stopping it

Kneecough · 16 June 2015, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by k8wt

What's the list price for the subc in the USA?

114060 - $7500
116610 - $8550

I believe

Raggy · 16 June 2015, 09:44 PM

[QUOTE=thomaspp;5912832]Cool! But you don't don't like PLCs!!!!?

Too much bling, for me !!

mailman · 16 June 2015, 09:47 PM

[QUOTE=Raggy;5913266]

Quote:

Originally Posted by thomaspp

Cool! But you don't don't like PLCs!!!!?

Too much bling, for me !!

I thought so too. After a week or so you get used to them

Scholar · 16 June 2015, 09:52 PM

What was it about the GMT that made it seem more flashy to you than the SubC, if you don't mind my asking? If it's the polished centre links, those can be brushed out easily and inexpensively. Otherwise, they're pretty identical except for the GMT being slimmer in lugs and caseback.

AK797 · 16 June 2015, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

OP is in the UK. Most trusted sellers here are in the USA. Not really an option with taxes and customs.

Iconic watches is really the UK version of the trusted sellers here.

OP, check out trustpilot for reviews if you want to save some cash.

hornchurch · 16 June 2015, 11:47 PM

Your AD in the north east had a GMT BLNR in stock?, and you never bought it?..

Was told by my AD in Essex (uk), was a 9 month waiting list..
BLNR any day of the week for me.
Your watch/money, so your shout sir.

Raggy · 16 June 2015, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scholar

What was it about the GMT that made it seem more flashy to you than the SubC, if you don't mind my asking? If it's the polished centre links, those can be brushed out easily and inexpensively. Otherwise, they're pretty identical except for the GMT being slimmer in lugs and caseback.

I thought the bezel was too busy and was distracting.

Obviously just my take and it is each to his own.

I will revisit again and do another side by side comparison before I pull the trigger

hornchurch · 16 June 2015, 11:51 PM

BLNR son..

Raggy · 16 June 2015, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hornchurch

Your AD in the north east had a GMT BLNR in stock?, and you never bought it?..

Was told by my AD in Essex (uk), was a 9 month waiting list..
BLNR any day of the week for me.
Your watch/money, so your shout sir.

I passed by the AD on the Friday and the BLNR was in the window, by Monday it was in the safe awaiting customer collection. I have seen a few displayed so do not perceive a great shortage of them.

Bfd70 · 16 June 2015, 11:53 PM

I think time at an AD is essential. There are really great photographers both for brand websites and here on TRF. So many photos here set me drooling only to have me let down when I see a particular model in person. In my opinion, the only shortcoming with an AD is that you cannot try on a watch that is fitted to your wrist size.

16 June 2015, 05:08 AM	#1
Raggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: UK Watch: 116610LN Posts: 32	Best advice is to visit an AD !! I have been lurking for a whilst whilst I make up my mind about a purchase. There is a lot of good information on the forum that has made some worthwhile reading for me so thank you to all the posters. I had my mind set on a GMT BLNR and had the opportunity today to visit a local AD in the NE of England and tried on: GMT BLNR GMT Black Subc Date Black SD4000 Having them all sat side by side was a really useful experience I decided that the GMT's were a bit too flashy for me and I was not happy with the polished centre links I really liked the SD4000 it sat well on my wrist and doesn't look anywhere near as big as you would think, but it is too thick to wear comfortably with a shirt on a daily basis The SubC was the biggest looking on my wrist but..... I was very impressed by the glidelock and it wasn't as flashy as the GMT, also the Bezel is slightly less fussy for my tastes, and it sat well on my wrist with a shirt sleeve. The fact that the sales person had a subc of his own that fitted my wrist was a really useful experience because it was very difficult to compare actual fitting, but having tried his on it helped my appreciation of the fit. Looks like the subc is going to be my choice.......all I have to do now is stump up the cash !!! Raggy

16 June 2015, 09:40 AM	#7
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	It's good advice to try several on while looking. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

16 June 2015, 10:08 AM	#9
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Amazing how a Sub becomes the choice for so many buyers! Despite preconceived notions, side by side comparisons and any number of ways one comes to a decision, the Sub wins out so many times. Congrats and hope you enjoy it. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

16 June 2015, 12:14 PM	#11
Danex "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Dan O Location: Park City, UT Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 741	Can't go wrong with the Sub. Post wrist pics once you get it. You were very wise to take the time to discover the best choice for yourself by trying them on. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk while driving down the interstate at 75 mph __________________ -Dan, WIS In Training 116520 Cosmograph Daytona 116622 & 16622 Yacht-Master 114060 & 14060 Submariner

16 June 2015, 01:10 PM	#13
Roller07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: GMT -5 Watch: HulkPepsiCoke Posts: 2,364	SubC is a great choice. Glidelock clasp is great. __________________

16 June 2015, 08:41 AM	#2
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	Good to hear your thoughts but no pics???

16 June 2015, 08:43 AM	#3
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	For a Rolex visit an AD. Buy from trusted seller here (unless AD will match their price). Good luck with purchase.

16 June 2015, 09:06 AM	#5
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Great choice

16 June 2015, 09:34 AM	#6
JRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: J. Location: CA & HI. Watch: Not enough. Posts: 210	One of these days, I'll be walking into Ben Bridge to try out a SD4K myself.

16 June 2015, 10:03 AM	#8
k8wt "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: UK Posts: 52	What's the list price for the subc in the USA?

16 June 2015, 11:48 AM	#10
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,224	I obviously love Subs but the Sea Dweller is a great piece. I am glad it caught your eye because I feel it really rounds out the Rolex Dive collection with its siblings the Submariner and Deep Sea.

16 June 2015, 01:00 PM	#12
Boothroyd 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Daniel Location: Minneapolis, MN Watch: Wilsdorf(s) Posts: 10,258	Many times has a watch looked very different in person than in pictures. An AD visit to compare is always a good step, even if you are planning to purchase at a later date. It allows you move with confidence should an opportunity arise.

16 June 2015, 01:11 PM	#14
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Sub over GMT for me as well. It's a great watch.

16 June 2015, 01:30 PM	#16
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	Cool! But you don't don't like PLCs!!!!? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

16 June 2015, 01:34 PM	#17
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	If those 3 I would go with the SD4k. I think that it wears as well with a suit and tie as a sub does and you will not see one on every other wrist. But, the spot for a sub in my watch box is reserved for a WG Smurf. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 June 2015, 01:39 PM	#18
bde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Brad Location: Indiana Watch: -aholics anonymous Posts: 1,589	I recently walked into my AD looking for a 214270 Exp I. I tried it on along with a 114060, and SD4k. I liked the 114060 Sub the best of the lot. The SD4k was more comfortable than I thought it would be, but it also wore much smaller than I thought it would too. Definitely go try them all on.

16 June 2015, 02:29 PM	#19
seand442 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Earth Watch: 116610 Posts: 3,455	I thought I was set on a 216570. After a trip to the AD, I realized the SubC was the best one for me. __________________ NEVER ARGUE WITH AN IDIOT. FIRST THEY WILL DRAG YOU DOWN TO THEIR LEVEL. THEN, THEY WILL BEAT YOU WITH EXPERIENCE.

16 June 2015, 03:30 PM	#20
tcpx "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Canada Posts: 374	The SubC has a magical way of reeling you in. There's no stopping it

16 June 2015, 09:44 PM	#22
Raggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: UK Watch: 116610LN Posts: 32	[QUOTE=thomaspp;5912832]Cool! But you don't don't like PLCs!!!!? Too much bling, for me !!

16 June 2015, 09:52 PM	#24
Scholar "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Washington DC Posts: 879	What was it about the GMT that made it seem more flashy to you than the SubC, if you don't mind my asking? If it's the polished centre links, those can be brushed out easily and inexpensively. Otherwise, they're pretty identical except for the GMT being slimmer in lugs and caseback.

16 June 2015, 11:47 PM	#26
hornchurch "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Tony Location: london Watch: Datejust 11 Posts: 356	Your AD in the north east had a GMT BLNR in stock?, and you never bought it?.. Was told by my AD in Essex (uk), was a 9 month waiting list.. BLNR any day of the week for me. Your watch/money, so your shout sir.

16 June 2015, 11:51 PM	#28
hornchurch "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Tony Location: london Watch: Datejust 11 Posts: 356	BLNR son..

16 June 2015, 11:53 PM	#30
Bfd70 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 893	I think time at an AD is essential. There are really great photographers both for brand websites and here on TRF. So many photos here set me drooling only to have me let down when I see a particular model in person. In my opinion, the only shortcoming with an AD is that you cannot try on a watch that is fitted to your wrist size.

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