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Old 2 July 2017, 03:59 AM   #1
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Thought I knew what I wanted...

So, I'll preface this by saying my original intention joining this forum was to seek out a new insert for my 16710 while contemplating a new purchase to celebrate my birthday.

Well, I thought I knew what I wanted (DJ41) till I came across a Sub which has been my all time favorite watch since a child.



Of course for good measure...





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Old 2 July 2017, 08:02 AM   #2
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Go for the Sub first then, and the DJ next, classic pairing, I had the same once.
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Old 2 July 2017, 08:04 AM   #3
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I think the DJ is a good choice. It's enough of a sport watch for 99% of the population. It's more of a sport watch than the Sub is an office watch, put it that way.
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Old 2 July 2017, 08:06 AM   #4
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Go for the Sub first then, and the DJ next, classic pairing, I had the same once.


I love the Sub. I currently have the GMTII and was looking for something a little different. I walked in with the intent to purchase the DJ41, but couldn't resist the Sub.

So I walked out to think which route to go!


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Old 2 July 2017, 08:06 AM   #5
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Old 2 July 2017, 08:17 AM   #6
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I vote SubC but I'm biased because I chos that for myself as my one and only watch and I actively dislike the DJ41 (Datejusts should be 36mm for my taste...love those ones). So maybe not a fair judgement. But you said yourself it's been your favorite since you were a kid so why not do it?

You almost never hear someone who chooses the Sub and regrets it. I'm sure it happens, but seems pretty rare.
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Old 2 July 2017, 08:32 AM   #7
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I chose this exact DJ41 Rhodium/smooth/oyster over the Sub . The SubC has been a long time admired piece for me, but didn't sing like the DJ41 did on my wrist... so many watches, I'll take one of each please!

Good luck choosing; you can't go wrong!
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Old 2 July 2017, 08:50 AM   #8
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I chose this exact DJ41 Rhodium/smooth/oyster over the Sub . The SubC has been a long time admired piece for me, but didn't sing like the DJ41 did on my wrist... so many watches, I'll take one of each please!



Good luck choosing; you can't go wrong!


I'm digging that model each time I look at it. Figured it would complement my GMTII nicely.


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Old 2 July 2017, 10:03 AM   #9
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Dang, great GMT, but have you been sharpening your knives on that bezel insert?
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Old 2 July 2017, 10:50 AM   #10
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Was a true blue 36mm wearer till I tried the DJ41 on. Just right for me because if the flatter case than a DJ2 by a hair. The 70hr power reserve also got me.

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Old 2 July 2017, 11:13 AM   #11
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That DJ looks gorgeous
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Old 2 July 2017, 11:20 AM   #12
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I love the Sub. I currently have the GMTII and was looking for something a little different. I walked in with the intent to purchase the DJ41, but couldn't resist the Sub.

So I walked out to think which route to go!


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In head v heart go for with the heart, luxury watches are an emotional buy.
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Old 2 July 2017, 11:41 AM   #13
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Dang, great GMT, but have you been sharpening your knives on that bezel insert?


Haha...no. I am extremely tough on my watch. I wear it every day hunt, fish, and shoot with it. I don't think I've ever not worn it since I bought it 15-16 yrs ago.


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Old 2 July 2017, 11:42 AM   #14
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Always a fan of the Sub over the DJ41. The DJ41 doesn't do anything for me though.
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Old 2 July 2017, 12:05 PM   #15
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Well, I decided on the DJ41! Just loved the dial and look. Figured it was my first choice from the beginning for a reason. Great looking piece!


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Old 2 July 2017, 12:32 PM   #16
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I absolutely love the DJ - but had to have the Sub. It was more , well - Me.
Can't really go wrong - enjoy!
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Old 2 July 2017, 12:59 PM   #17
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Well, I walked in intending on buying the DJ41 the first time. I was distracted slightly, but followed through on the return trip and picked up the DJ41 oyster with the rhodium dial.


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I would go DJ New and later on... Sub previously loved.
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Old 2 July 2017, 08:11 PM   #20
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Sorry for the double post. I didn't see the first post and thought maybe I forgot to press send. But, either way here it is...




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That's my favorite dial option for the new 41. Congrats!
You can get a good deal on a pre-loved Sub down the road.
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Old 2 July 2017, 09:51 PM   #23
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Old 3 July 2017, 06:14 AM   #24
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In head v heart go for with the heart, luxury watches are an emotional buy.


Well, I'll say I I drew a couple of angry stares. As I went with the heart. I decided to return the DJ41 and go with the Sub. This has always been my fav watch as long as I remembered and had to go back for it.




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Well, I'll say I I drew a couple of angry stares. As I went with the heart. I decided to return the DJ41 and go with the Sub. This has always been my fav watch as long as I remembered and had to go back for it.




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Correct decision IMO, had mine for nearly five years and it gets the most wrist time.
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Old 3 July 2017, 06:36 AM   #26
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You definitely made the right decision. Congratulations
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Old 3 July 2017, 06:40 AM   #27
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You definitely made the right decision. Congratulations


Thanks.


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Old 3 July 2017, 07:26 AM   #30
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Well, I'll say I I drew a couple of angry stares. As I went with the heart. I decided to return the DJ41 and go with the Sub. This has always been my fav watch as long as I remembered and had to go back for it.




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