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silkroaded · 19 March 2017, 05:09 AM

Hi There,

I am looking for some thoughts from the knowledgeable folks here around a trade I am considering. I own a G serial 16610 and around six months ago added myself to the waiting list for a BLNR in my local AD in the U.K. I received a call today from the AD to say they had a BLNR in stock and I was next on the list.

Unfortunately I would not be able to afford to keep my sub if I purchase the BLNR and would have to sell it on.

My question is whether the BLNR is a good every day one and only watch and whether you would do this trade. I do really like my sub. It also really lust after the GMT.

I don't often where suits nor do I dive and I mostly wear smart casual attire in the office.

Thanks for any thoughts / opinions in advance

Nairn1980 · 19 March 2017, 05:19 AM

The BLNR is a stunning watch.

I've owned most models including Daytona and SubC, but nothing comes close to the BLNR.

It has something special about it, feels amazing and looks superb. It has the perfect balance between casual and smart. It looks great with jeans and equally great with a suit. The blue dulls down when you need it to, but pops beautifully and often surprises you.

It's the best Rolex I've ever owned and I would say grab it if you get the chance. Many in the UK are on lists and can't get one.

Go for it!!!

Colin10101 · 19 March 2017, 05:29 AM

Personally prefer the Sub in this case, but both are great watches!

nick c · 19 March 2017, 05:34 AM

I would keep the sub but that's me

The Libertine · 20 March 2017, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by nick c

I would keep the sub but that's me

Me too.

Xerxes77 · 19 March 2017, 05:39 AM

Blnr

Gerry62 · 19 March 2017, 05:46 AM

I prefer the Sub.

strafer_kid · 20 March 2017, 04:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Gerry62

I prefer the Sub.

Same here.......pretty different watches, though both excellent!

sensui · 19 March 2017, 05:50 AM

Yes the blnr imo is the best looking modern Rolex and would be my choice if I kept one considering the complication and aesthetics.

jazznpool · 19 March 2017, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by sensui

Yes the blnr imo is the best looking modern Rolex and would be my choice if I kept one considering the complication and aesthetics.

This sums it up, IMO.

DramaTurtle · 19 March 2017, 05:56 AM

BLNR is a lot more substantial than fiver sub. I would choose it over the sub any day.

silkroaded · 19 March 2017, 06:00 AM

Thanks For the responses guys.

Northcap · 19 March 2017, 06:13 AM

I own both and they rest side by side in my watch box. The BLNR is a "cheerful" watch at rest. The Sub C is a more serious watch at rest. What I wear depends on what strikes me when I open the box. If I had to have one it would be the Sub C.

silkroaded · 19 March 2017, 07:21 AM

The other option I am considering is keeping the sub and saving for a Speedmaster pro. With that option I start a collection and that does appeal rather than trading.

DramaTurtle · 19 March 2017, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by silkroaded

The other option I am considering is keeping the sub and saving for a Speedmaster pro. With that option I start a collection and that does appeal rather than trading.

Between the two, I would do this.

You would be starting your collection with the two most iconic watches in history.

sirish19 · 19 March 2017, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by silkroaded

The other option I am considering is keeping the sub and saving for a Speedmaster pro. With that option I start a collection and that does appeal rather than trading.

I really like this idea. The Batman is a beautiful watch but the 16610 is an iconic watch and the one already developed memories with. Get another iconic watch in the Speedy and give yourself some options. Save your money for another batman down the road.

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Woody · 19 March 2017, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by silkroaded

The other option I am considering is keeping the sub and saving for a Speedmaster pro. With that option I start a collection and that does appeal rather than trading.

I think this is a good way forward.

Hollister · 19 March 2017, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by DramaTurtle

BLNR is a lot more substantial than fiver sub. I would choose it over the sub any day.

For the same reason, I prefer the 5 series sub.

lecorsaire · 19 March 2017, 07:09 AM

BLNR is a keeper. Get one now while they're fresh. You will always be able to get another 16610. They are a dime a dozen out there. I wear mine daily and the blue can pop in bright sunlight and almost look black in low lighting conditions. An extremely versatile watch and more unique than the regular Sub imo.

Jcy90 · 19 March 2017, 07:35 AM

Hell yes! Send a photo of the BLNR once you have it!

Hairdude1 · 19 March 2017, 08:40 AM

BLNR all day

AASH · 19 March 2017, 08:55 AM

I would keep the vintage Sub, you can buy BLNR any time later as it's a new model...

bdex75 · 19 March 2017, 08:57 AM

Keep the sub. Pick up the speedy and grab a BLNR later.

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denmanproject · 19 March 2017, 09:06 AM

BLNR

henrylee · 19 March 2017, 09:20 AM

Get the Batman!

douglasf13 · 19 March 2017, 09:28 AM

Never trade a 5-digit Sub for a 6-digit GMT (or 6-digit Sub.) Now, if you were talking a 5-digit GMT, then I'd consider it.

rjstuf001 · 19 March 2017, 09:34 AM

The 5-digit Sub is cool and understated. The BLNR is more bulky and shiny, more a piece of jewelry than the Sub. So it depends what kind of look you want to go for. Do you want a big shiny piece of jewelry on your wrist or do you want a cool, timeless tool watch?

Askewww · 19 March 2017, 09:38 AM

I would keep the sub. But I am biased

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gregmoeck · 19 March 2017, 09:38 AM

It may be too flashy for an office?

TimeRookie · 19 March 2017, 09:42 AM

This:

19 March 2017, 05:09 AM	#1
silkroaded "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: UK Posts: 235	Trade up from 16610 to BLNR Hi There, I am looking for some thoughts from the knowledgeable folks here around a trade I am considering. I own a G serial 16610 and around six months ago added myself to the waiting list for a BLNR in my local AD in the U.K. I received a call today from the AD to say they had a BLNR in stock and I was next on the list. Unfortunately I would not be able to afford to keep my sub if I purchase the BLNR and would have to sell it on. My question is whether the BLNR is a good every day one and only watch and whether you would do this trade. I do really like my sub. It also really lust after the GMT. I don't often where suits nor do I dive and I mostly wear smart casual attire in the office. Thanks for any thoughts / opinions in advance

19 March 2017, 05:29 AM	#3
Colin10101 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Colin Location: Toronto Watch: 16710 Posts: 1,336	Personally prefer the Sub in this case, but both are great watches! __________________ Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 "Z" Serial COKE Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea *BLACK*

19 March 2017, 07:09 AM	#19
lecorsaire "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: NYC Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,541	BLNR is a keeper. Get one now while they're fresh. You will always be able to get another 16610. They are a dime a dozen out there. I wear mine daily and the blue can pop in bright sunlight and almost look black in low lighting conditions. An extremely versatile watch and more unique than the regular Sub imo. __________________ Rolex 116710 BLNR Rolex Day Date 118238 Champagne/Batons

19 March 2017, 08:40 AM	#21
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	BLNR all day __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

19 March 2017, 09:20 AM	#25
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	Get the Batman! __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

19 March 2017, 05:19 AM	#2
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,385	The BLNR is a stunning watch. I've owned most models including Daytona and SubC, but nothing comes close to the BLNR. It has something special about it, feels amazing and looks superb. It has the perfect balance between casual and smart. It looks great with jeans and equally great with a suit. The blue dulls down when you need it to, but pops beautifully and often surprises you. It's the best Rolex I've ever owned and I would say grab it if you get the chance. Many in the UK are on lists and can't get one. Go for it!!!

19 March 2017, 05:34 AM	#4
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	I would keep the sub but that's me

19 March 2017, 05:39 AM	#6
Xerxes77 Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Home! Posts: 3,307	Blnr

19 March 2017, 05:46 AM	#7
Gerry62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Italy EU Watch: Rolex Panerai Posts: 7,502	I prefer the Sub.

19 March 2017, 05:50 AM	#9
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	Yes the blnr imo is the best looking modern Rolex and would be my choice if I kept one considering the complication and aesthetics.

19 March 2017, 06:00 AM	#12
silkroaded "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: UK Posts: 235	Thanks For the responses guys.

19 March 2017, 06:13 AM	#13
Northcap "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Georgia Watch: Rolex, PP Posts: 69	I own both and they rest side by side in my watch box. The BLNR is a "cheerful" watch at rest. The Sub C is a more serious watch at rest. What I wear depends on what strikes me when I open the box. If I had to have one it would be the Sub C.

19 March 2017, 07:21 AM	#14
silkroaded "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: UK Posts: 235	The other option I am considering is keeping the sub and saving for a Speedmaster pro. With that option I start a collection and that does appeal rather than trading.

19 March 2017, 07:35 AM	#20
Jcy90 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Jonathan Location: New York Watch: GMT & SUB Posts: 703	Hell yes! Send a photo of the BLNR once you have it!

19 March 2017, 08:55 AM	#22
AASH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Earth's Blue Sky Watch: LOVE Posts: 308	I would keep the vintage Sub, you can buy BLNR any time later as it's a new model...

19 March 2017, 08:57 AM	#23
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	Keep the sub. Pick up the speedy and grab a BLNR later. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 March 2017, 09:06 AM	#24
denmanproject "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Wayne Location: Canada Posts: 4,407	BLNR

19 March 2017, 09:28 AM	#26
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,622	Never trade a 5-digit Sub for a 6-digit GMT (or 6-digit Sub.) Now, if you were talking a 5-digit GMT, then I'd consider it.

19 March 2017, 09:34 AM	#27
rjstuf001 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: CO, USA Watch: Made in Suisse Posts: 444	The 5-digit Sub is cool and understated. The BLNR is more bulky and shiny, more a piece of jewelry than the Sub. So it depends what kind of look you want to go for. Do you want a big shiny piece of jewelry on your wrist or do you want a cool, timeless tool watch? __________________ Rolex 14060M · 16710 · 114270 · 16570 · 116520 · 16200 Tudor 79090 Breitling · Hamilton · IWC · Jaeger-LeCoultre · Longines · Omega · Tag Heuer · Zenith

19 March 2017, 09:38 AM	#28
Askewww "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: ND Posts: 511	I would keep the sub. But I am biased Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 March 2017, 09:38 AM	#29
gregmoeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maui Watch: Patek Posts: 2,032	It may be too flashy for an office?

19 March 2017, 09:42 AM	#30
TimeRookie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Don Location: Canada Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 2,204	This: Attached Images __________________ 1988 15053 Rolex Date Two Tone (Grad Present) 116710 GMT Master II BLNR Seiko Prospex LX SNR031 Pelagos 42mm Explorer II 226570

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