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StarSovereign · 1 May 2009, 01:54 PM

So, I'm new here and just started posting a few days ago on your opinion of a DateJust for my first Rolex. While I love the DateJust, I went to my AD and tried on a Sub. I fell in love. It's so classic and instantly recognizable. I've decided on the Two Tone Black dial and bezel. The only reason I didn't buy it yesterday was that the jeweler told me there would be a new model coming out with a ceramic bezel and maxi-dial, like the GMT-II. He advised me to wait, so I am and I'm on the waiting list there. Anyone know when they are supposed to be released?

While there I also tried on the Two Tone with Blue Dial and bezel. The look stunned me and I made the decision that I had to have that one too. While I can't afford both at the same time, I'll have to space out their purchases. My question is this: Is it weird to have two Subs, a black TT and a blue TT, as my first Rolexs? I have considered getting the TT GMT-II in balck, which menas I could go in tomorrow and pick it up, and then get the new Blue TT Sub when it comes out, then I would have 2 different watches, but I'm just not too the big numbers on the GMT-II.

I need input. I'm trying to think long-term about starting a collection. Either way, the Yacht-Master in SS and Platinum will be my third watch, so I dunno if that factors into the equation at all too.

I'd love any help you guys can offer, and as always pics are encouraged.

peppermannen · 1 May 2009, 02:01 PM

That's a no-brainer. Sub first, without question. The ultimate Rolex

Good luck on your collection!

Petter

Tools · 1 May 2009, 02:55 PM

I think that if you want to be a collector, you need to first decide what focus your collection will take.....

K-R · 1 May 2009, 03:11 PM

Get a TT GMT IIc and TT blue sub. I have the TT GMT IIc and it's stunning. IMO the classic blue sub is much nicer than the new blue sub if you put a side the glide lock. Two type of watch is better than One type with two different color. Again ... IMO

thedips · 1 May 2009, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by K-R

Get a TT GMT IIc and TT blue sub. I have the TT GMT IIc and it's stunning. IMO the classic blue sub is much nicer than the new blue sub if you put a side the glide lock. Two type of watch is better than One type with two different color. Again ... IMO

sounds like a great plan to me!

mike · 1 May 2009, 09:36 PM

"Collecting" has different meaning to different people.

In some sense we all have a "collection" as it refers to the quantity of timepieces we have without regard to "theme" or "direction".

Some might refer to this as a horizontal collection, i.e....a Rolex, Omega, Panerai, etc...

Others might get specific with one brand or section of a brand....Rolex professional/sport watches....GMT, SUB, EXPLORER, and so on.

Some "collectors" (though we all are in some sense) concentrate on a specific era, model, or evolutionary path.

It really depends on where and how tightly you want your focus to be.

Some meager examples from my own collection.

Submariners,

GMTs,

Nothing wrong with "straying" from time to time.

1 May 2009, 01:54 PM	#1
StarSovereign "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Erik Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 116234, 116710LN Posts: 936	Thinking ahead about my collection...and Subs... So, I'm new here and just started posting a few days ago on your opinion of a DateJust for my first Rolex. While I love the DateJust, I went to my AD and tried on a Sub. I fell in love. It's so classic and instantly recognizable. I've decided on the Two Tone Black dial and bezel. The only reason I didn't buy it yesterday was that the jeweler told me there would be a new model coming out with a ceramic bezel and maxi-dial, like the GMT-II. He advised me to wait, so I am and I'm on the waiting list there. Anyone know when they are supposed to be released? While there I also tried on the Two Tone with Blue Dial and bezel. The look stunned me and I made the decision that I had to have that one too. While I can't afford both at the same time, I'll have to space out their purchases. My question is this: Is it weird to have two Subs, a black TT and a blue TT, as my first Rolexs? I have considered getting the TT GMT-II in balck, which menas I could go in tomorrow and pick it up, and then get the new Blue TT Sub when it comes out, then I would have 2 different watches, but I'm just not too the big numbers on the GMT-II. I need input. I'm trying to think long-term about starting a collection. Either way, the Yacht-Master in SS and Platinum will be my third watch, so I dunno if that factors into the equation at all too. I'd love any help you guys can offer, and as always pics are encouraged.

1 May 2009, 02:01 PM	#2
peppermannen "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Petter Location: Oslo Watch: me now! Posts: 503	That's a no-brainer. Sub first, without question. The ultimate Rolex Good luck on your collection! Petter __________________ Rolex: SS Sub 5513, Pepsi GMT 1675 Tudor: 79170 "Big Block", 79260p, 7021/0 Snowflake, 79190 Sub Heuer Carrera, Omega Speedmaster

1 May 2009, 02:55 PM	#3
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	I think that if you want to be a collector, you need to first decide what focus your collection will take..... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

1 May 2009, 03:11 PM	#4
K-R Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Indonesia Posts: 204	Get a TT GMT IIc and TT blue sub. I have the TT GMT IIc and it's stunning. IMO the classic blue sub is much nicer than the new blue sub if you put a side the glide lock. Two type of watch is better than One type with two different color. Again ... IMO

1 May 2009, 09:36 PM	#6
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	"Collecting" has different meaning to different people. In some sense we all have a "collection" as it refers to the quantity of timepieces we have without regard to "theme" or "direction". Some might refer to this as a horizontal collection, i.e....a Rolex, Omega, Panerai, etc... Others might get specific with one brand or section of a brand....Rolex professional/sport watches....GMT, SUB, EXPLORER, and so on. Some "collectors" (though we all are in some sense) concentrate on a specific era, model, or evolutionary path. It really depends on where and how tightly you want your focus to be. Some meager examples from my own collection. Submariners, GMTs, Nothing wrong with "straying" from time to time.

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