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nick800 · 16 October 2018, 09:57 AM

It’s crazy, but I’m really on the fence about this. I love my LN GMT. I think it is a hugely underrated reference. But, I want a full PM and like the Pepsi dial. Can’t keep both should I buy the WG.

What would you do?

peterpl · 16 October 2018, 09:59 AM

Yes do it.

PM > SS anyday.

RHIII · 16 October 2018, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by peterpl

Yes do it.

PM > SS anyday.

This is what I’ve always subscribed to...

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JayHantz · 16 October 2018, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by peterpl

Yes do it.

PM > SS anyday.

100% agree

FTX I · 16 October 2018, 10:06 AM

If you really want it go ahead.

RXAPPP · 16 October 2018, 10:10 AM

No question - you will never look back

Craigdwh · 16 October 2018, 10:11 AM

Yes. no question.

Mystro · 16 October 2018, 10:12 AM

Sure. If the got the coin. Go for it. It’s a lot of extra weight on the wrist.

azs.77 · 16 October 2018, 10:13 AM

I might be one of the few exceptions on this thread.. LN all the way!

Major69 · 16 October 2018, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by azs.77

I might be one of the few exceptions on this thread.. LN all the way!

OP; if you can swing it, go for it. Whatever makes you happy. But with the minority here, I love the black look of the LN for me.

pickettt · 16 October 2018, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by azs.77

i might be one of the few exceptions on this thread.. Ln all the way!

+1

TickTockChuck · 16 October 2018, 10:17 AM

Yes indeed, if you can comfortably financially swing it. The LN is a fine watch I've owned for nearly 10 years, but the new WG blue dialed BLRO is quite a beauty. There were rumors on another TRF thread that these might be hard to get, though it's hard to say if that's just a temporary situation since Rolex still shows it on their website. Good luck in your decision. Cheers!

Nikrnic · 16 October 2018, 10:30 AM

I like both but you really have to appreciate the PM to justify the cost.(discount)? The Ln has always sung to me and is probably the best bang for a sports model out there.
I'm debating on Blnr vs Ln myself. You've really got a problem. Kidn' Happy choosing...

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nick800 · 16 October 2018, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Nikrnic

I like both but you really have to appreciate the PM to justify the cost.(discount)? The Ln has always sung to me and is probably the best bang for a sports model out there.
I'm debating on Blnr vs Ln myself. You've really got a problem. Kidn' Happy choosing...

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I’ve had the BLNR. Bought it from AD. I did not like it. Would take the LN any day compared to it. Just my opinion, which I’ve posted a million times.

jps3b · 16 October 2018, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by nick800

I’ve had the BLNR. Bought it from AD. I did not like it. Would take the LN any day compared to it. Just my opinion, which I’ve posted a million times.

I was in the same situation back in February. I had the SD43 which I loved, it just never made its way onto my wrist all that often. Asked the forum what they thought of trading it in for the WG Submariner. Most advised to do the trade which I did. Let me tell you that I am so happy I listened. I am so happy with the “Smurf” love the dial, the hue of the WG, and the weight of the gold.

I absolutely think you should make the move. You will be very happy you did. Good luck

Nikrnic · 16 October 2018, 11:58 AM

I did try on both at one time. The high expectations for the Blnr as well as the new SS Blro(at a reveal) didn't deliver on my wrist but the LN worked with the black bezel and the perfect splashes of green. I'm taking one more look at the Blnr this week to decide.

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t65tampa · 16 October 2018, 12:08 PM

The feel of heft with a PM watch is worth it. And the BLRO GMT in white gold looks great too. Go for it.

brandrea · 16 October 2018, 12:40 PM

Sounds like you already know what you want to do

RichM · 16 October 2018, 12:47 PM

Yes. I went from the LN to the BLNR to the BLRO. It's a great reference.

envuks · 16 October 2018, 12:45 PM

All day every day! 100%

rominvicta · 16 October 2018, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by nick800

It’s crazy, but I’m really on the fence about this. I love my LN GMT. I think it is a hugely underrated reference. But, I want a full PM and like the Pepsi dial. Can’t keep both should I buy the WG.

What would you do?

If you can’t afford having both then it sounds like you should not be buying anything in PM.

imgook · 16 October 2018, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by rominvicta

If you can’t afford having both then it sounds like you should not be buying anything in PM.

Agreed. Plus it's such a weird comparison. Kinda like a Black C200 or Red C63, may seem similar but very different.

Rashid.bk · 16 October 2018, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by rominvicta

If you can’t afford having both then it sounds like you should not be buying anything in PM.

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Originally Posted by imgook

Agreed. Plus it's such a weird comparison. Kinda like a Black C200 or Red C63, may seem similar but very different.

More like C63_S, and I agree. Sadly, most Rolex owners force these purchases, even a Submariner is mostly outside the realm of "normal". The fact is a full pm watch should financially speaking be the same as buying an Omega ss watch in the proper context.

I could swing it but I really can't afford it, so I come on TRF to look at pics.

But you wanted opinions on the watch. Get the BLRO, it's marvelous.

Devildog · 16 October 2018, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by rominvicta

If you can’t afford having both then it sounds like you should not be buying anything in PM.

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Originally Posted by Rashid.bk

More like C63_S, and I agree. Sadly, most Rolex owners force these purchases, even a Submariner is mostly outside the realm of "normal". The fact is a full pm watch should financially speaking be the same as buying an Omega ss watch in the proper context.

I disagree

I could happily afford a PM Daytona on a strap when I owned one but not that and another $10,000 watch.

OP - get the BLRO. Its stunning.

supersam80 · 16 October 2018, 02:58 PM

Do the numbers work if you keep the LN and instead of buying the GMT PM get a Daytona PM on oysterflex..?

T3F · 16 October 2018, 03:30 PM

I'd keep the LN unless you are positive that you'll like the WG BLRO. You seem to be very happy with the LN and would probably miss it. Also, I don't believe that PM is simply better than SS -- SS has the benefit of being lighter, more comfortable, more versatile, and more robust. You could very well find that you like the weight and slightly warmer tone of WG better, but you could also find out the hard way that you prefer SS. The WG will also depreciate significantly more, especially if they stick the new movement in it this year and you have one with the older movement.

I'd say wait until you save up the ~$6-7k you'd get for your LN and then go for the WG if you still like it.

RMC12 · 16 October 2018, 07:57 PM

I would do it for sure if you can. You will not regret it!!

AK797 · 16 October 2018, 09:50 PM

Thunderbirds are so go.

Jim Smyth · 16 October 2018, 09:55 PM

You can do it...................

Chester01 · 16 October 2018, 10:28 PM

Depends. If you wear your watch as a tool as I still do, understand PM is very heavy and that’s not a bad thing, but I don’t like that kind of weight flopping around on my wrist when I’m swimming, cycling, hiking, playing ball with the kids, etc. PM is softer and more likely to get dinged up when actually worn as a sport watch.

If you want to wear as jewelry as many do, sure go with the PM.

16 October 2018, 09:57 AM	#1
nick800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 1,581	This will blow your mind: LN or WG GMT? It’s crazy, but I’m really on the fence about this. I love my LN GMT. I think it is a hugely underrated reference. But, I want a full PM and like the Pepsi dial. Can’t keep both should I buy the WG. What would you do?

16 October 2018, 10:11 AM	#7
Craigdwh "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Real Name: Craig Location: Winnipeg, MB Watch: Breguet Type XXI Posts: 500	Yes. no question. __________________ "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference". "Where's the nearest bridge"?

16 October 2018, 10:12 AM	#8
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,511	Sure. If the got the coin. Go for it. It’s a lot of extra weight on the wrist. __________________

16 October 2018, 12:08 PM	#17
t65tampa "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,262	The feel of heft with a PM watch is worth it. And the BLRO GMT in white gold looks great too. Go for it. __________________ t65tampa Last edited by t65tampa; 16 October 2018 at 12:09 PM.. Reason: Typo

16 October 2018, 12:47 PM	#19
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,770	Yes. I went from the LN to the BLNR to the BLRO. It's a great reference. __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

16 October 2018, 09:59 AM	#2
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	Yes do it. PM > SS anyday.

16 October 2018, 10:06 AM	#5
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	If you really want it go ahead.

16 October 2018, 10:10 AM	#6
RXAPPP "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Blue Planet Watch: 5 Posts: 1,201	No question - you will never look back

16 October 2018, 10:13 AM	#9
azs.77 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: USA/Canada Watch: Rolex, AP, Panerai Posts: 823	I might be one of the few exceptions on this thread.. LN all the way!

16 October 2018, 10:17 AM	#12
TickTockChuck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Chuck Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 2,270	Yes indeed, if you can comfortably financially swing it. The LN is a fine watch I've owned for nearly 10 years, but the new WG blue dialed BLRO is quite a beauty. There were rumors on another TRF thread that these might be hard to get, though it's hard to say if that's just a temporary situation since Rolex still shows it on their website. Good luck in your decision. Cheers!

16 October 2018, 10:30 AM	#13
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	I like both but you really have to appreciate the PM to justify the cost.(discount)? The Ln has always sung to me and is probably the best bang for a sports model out there. I'm debating on Blnr vs Ln myself. You've really got a problem. Kidn' Happy choosing... Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

16 October 2018, 11:58 AM	#16
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	I did try on both at one time. The high expectations for the Blnr as well as the new SS Blro(at a reveal) didn't deliver on my wrist but the LN worked with the black bezel and the perfect splashes of green. I'm taking one more look at the Blnr this week to decide. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

16 October 2018, 12:40 PM	#18
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	Sounds like you already know what you want to do

16 October 2018, 12:45 PM	#20
envuks 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New England Posts: 3,741	All day every day! 100% __________________ Current watches: 116718ln, 116500 black dial, 40mm Breitling Chronomat MOP dial “A man with one watch always knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.”

16 October 2018, 02:58 PM	#25
supersam80 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Melb, Australia Watch: 116710LN, 26331ST Posts: 298	Do the numbers work if you keep the LN and instead of buying the GMT PM get a Daytona PM on oysterflex..?

16 October 2018, 03:30 PM	#26
T3F "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: USA Posts: 457	I'd keep the LN unless you are positive that you'll like the WG BLRO. You seem to be very happy with the LN and would probably miss it. Also, I don't believe that PM is simply better than SS -- SS has the benefit of being lighter, more comfortable, more versatile, and more robust. You could very well find that you like the weight and slightly warmer tone of WG better, but you could also find out the hard way that you prefer SS. The WG will also depreciate significantly more, especially if they stick the new movement in it this year and you have one with the older movement. I'd say wait until you save up the ~$6-7k you'd get for your LN and then go for the WG if you still like it. __________________ Instagram: @watchadmiral

16 October 2018, 07:57 PM	#27
RMC12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Watch: Smurf/Hulk/1680 Posts: 2,920	I would do it for sure if you can. You will not regret it!!

16 October 2018, 09:50 PM	#28
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Thunderbirds are so go.

16 October 2018, 09:55 PM	#29
Jim Smyth Banned Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Jim Smyth Location: Florida Watch: DD Posts: 1,842	You can do it................... Attached Images

16 October 2018, 10:28 PM	#30
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	Depends. If you wear your watch as a tool as I still do, understand PM is very heavy and that’s not a bad thing, but I don’t like that kind of weight flopping around on my wrist when I’m swimming, cycling, hiking, playing ball with the kids, etc. PM is softer and more likely to get dinged up when actually worn as a sport watch. If you want to wear as jewelry as many do, sure go with the PM.

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