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CapeCodeRolex · 9 September 2022, 01:11 PM

Hi all!

I've been a long time lurker and haven't posted as much as I should. Here goes...

I've recently purchased a 126710BLNR (on oyster) that has worked its way into my weekly rotation. I've always wanted a submariner and after holding the new 41mm sub (exhibition model at my AD) I'm hooked. However this is where my question arises I really like the black Subs (both date and non date). I'm also considering the 126610LV just for something different and maybe to further differentiate it from my BLNR. I haven't been able to see one in person yet. I'm trying to decide which one would be a better fit to my current collection?

The BLNR has been a grail of mine and I bought it as a way to celebrate finishing my masters recently. But I want something that will be more of a weekend watch and that I'm not as worried about knocking it around yet still having it be a Rolex.

I also fully plan to dive with it as it will probably replace my seamaster 300 pro (I use this as a backup dive watch to a dive computer). Any help in deciding which way to go would be beneficial as I'm torn. I should also mention I will probably be purchasing from a trusted seller here on TRF. While price isn't a huge issue it seems the the LV models are about 3ish grand more.

My current collection is a Pelagos (original 2 liner w/ black dial), speedy pro (3861), Panerai 1109, Seamaster 300 pro (Blue), and BLNR. I'll be purchasing something in the near future for a more dressy dress watch.

sski · 9 September 2022, 01:17 PM

i prefer the LV tbh, bit more special....see it in person if possible; the combination of the gloss green bezel + the crystal clear sapphire glass revealing the deep gloss black dial works wonderfully. i enjoy a bit of color in the watch collection.

TimeAZ · 9 September 2022, 01:57 PM

get the 124060.

Carguy87 · 9 September 2022, 02:18 PM

I was all ready to tell you to get a sub date but I see you have a black Tudor. With that in mind I’d go for the LV; it’s a stunner in person and the green makes it a fun weekend watch and it’ll dive just as well as a black sub. If the premium isn’t a concern that’s the route I’d go!

RoRoRo · 9 September 2022, 03:43 PM

LV for the win. Knocks the LN out the park. With the £500 premium. £5000 grey premium in the UK, not so sure.

Benzsiam · 9 September 2022, 06:06 PM

LV is always more special for me.

Andad · 9 September 2022, 06:13 PM

I would source a 16610LV.

travisb · 9 September 2022, 06:25 PM

You won’t regret it.

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ExplorerGuy · 9 September 2022, 07:07 PM

Lv!

scurfa · 9 September 2022, 08:06 PM

I have both and never wear the green

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brandrea · 9 September 2022, 08:11 PM

Go with the diver in its purist form.

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rmlovett1 · 9 September 2022, 09:03 PM

Given your collection….I’d personally go LV for sure.

1William · 9 September 2022, 09:28 PM

The LV will add the color you are looking for. No bad choices though.

ndane · 9 September 2022, 11:01 PM

The LV! Maybe I’m a little burned out on black bezels, but when I was given the choice earlier this year between an LV and the black, I didn’t hesitate to choose the LV. Truly a stunning watch in person.

subprimero · 9 September 2022, 11:04 PM

The LV, for your collection.

LC23 · 9 September 2022, 11:05 PM

LV fo sho

grail trio for me is AIR, LAND, WATER : GMT, DAYTONA, SUB/YM

HogwldFLTR · 9 September 2022, 11:12 PM

Consider the 126613LB; it's a great sub date.

101031-28 · 10 September 2022, 02:27 AM

LV, hands down.

Cru Jones · 10 September 2022, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Go with the diver in its purist form.

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JSol1 · 10 September 2022, 08:02 AM

Do you have a shop with pre owned near you? My firm rule is I won’t buy a watch without trying it on first. In my case the LV never did anything for me but as you can see I’m in the distinct minority so if you get a chance try it.
I have a BLNR (jubilee) and a Sub date-they don’t overlap at all…

CapeCodeRolex · 10 September 2022, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSol1

Do you have a shop with pre owned near you? My firm rule is I won’t buy a watch without trying it on first. In my case the LV never did anything for me but as you can see I’m in the distinct minority so if you get a chance try it.
I have a BLNR (jubilee) and a Sub date-they don’t overlap at all…

I haven't been able to see it in the flesh yet and that's why I don't run out and buy it. I don't buy without seeing it in the flesh. I love the sub-date but want to see the LV first. the 116710LV didn't do anything for me.

CapeCodeRolex · 10 September 2022, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Consider the 126613LB; it's a great sub date.

I love the reference when I see other people wear it, I just don't think its me at least not yet.

yukosaturno · 10 September 2022, 09:45 AM

I liked having and wearing the LV, definitely would go that route considering your collection, but then again with the price difference, and you not being certain on the color, the no date is very nice.

CapeCodeRolex · 10 September 2022, 10:03 AM

I like the no date but I use the date so much it’s hard to not go that route. However I guess I could just remember what day it is.

Baiv · 10 September 2022, 10:12 AM

The LV

jb335 · 10 September 2022, 11:54 AM

I am a huge fan of the way the new SUb 41s fit and feel on the wrist. Near perfection.

I think a Sub 41 LV would pair amazigly with your BLNR. A Sub ND would too.

I have both and I could go down to only havig those two. Well, maye not, but you get my point.

Marast-66 · 13 September 2022, 01:52 AM

Well you can go for 126610 LN. Someone might tell you that is the boring watch. Believe me there is no better Allrounder then Sub date

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fskywalker · 13 September 2022, 12:22 PM

LV

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MRBolton · 13 September 2022, 02:32 PM

LV. You may forget about your Pelagos if you don’t have a big emotional attachment to it. Finally getting my Sub LV has really changed how I feel about the watch. I really wanted a Sub, but man—that watch is something else.

The pop of color is just the right amount of noticeable. It’s also dynamic with light play in a good way.your BLNR should be able to cover any outfit that the LV can’t. Plus if you ever want the black, you can get a no-date Sub and not be as redundant. However, I think you may discover you’re pretty satisfied with just having the LV. It just ticks the right boxes for me.

The size is wonderful, and the way the bracelet integrates with the case is perfect. Unless you travel a lot (where the GMT function and jumping hour hand), the Sub is the better daily, do anything, go anywhere watch.

Santiago32 · 13 September 2022, 03:24 PM

I have both. I wear the LN more but the LV is special. Since you have a BLNR I would chose the LV.

9 September 2022, 01:11 PM	#1
CapeCodeRolex Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: N.C. Watch: Rolex Posts: 42	Help me decide!!!! Hi all! I've been a long time lurker and haven't posted as much as I should. Here goes... I've recently purchased a 126710BLNR (on oyster) that has worked its way into my weekly rotation. I've always wanted a submariner and after holding the new 41mm sub (exhibition model at my AD) I'm hooked. However this is where my question arises I really like the black Subs (both date and non date). I'm also considering the 126610LV just for something different and maybe to further differentiate it from my BLNR. I haven't been able to see one in person yet. I'm trying to decide which one would be a better fit to my current collection? The BLNR has been a grail of mine and I bought it as a way to celebrate finishing my masters recently. But I want something that will be more of a weekend watch and that I'm not as worried about knocking it around yet still having it be a Rolex. I also fully plan to dive with it as it will probably replace my seamaster 300 pro (I use this as a backup dive watch to a dive computer). Any help in deciding which way to go would be beneficial as I'm torn. I should also mention I will probably be purchasing from a trusted seller here on TRF. While price isn't a huge issue it seems the the LV models are about 3ish grand more. My current collection is a Pelagos (original 2 liner w/ black dial), speedy pro (3861), Panerai 1109, Seamaster 300 pro (Blue), and BLNR. I'll be purchasing something in the near future for a more dressy dress watch.

9 September 2022, 01:57 PM	#3
TimeAZ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 2,240	get the 124060. __________________ The perfect blossom is a rare thing. You could spend your life looking for one, and it would not be a wasted life.

9 September 2022, 06:06 PM	#6
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,002	LV is always more special for me. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

9 September 2022, 06:13 PM	#7
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,528	I would source a 16610LV. __________________ E

9 September 2022, 08:06 PM	#10
scurfa 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sunderland Posts: 1,320	I have both and never wear the green Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram @scurfawatches

9 September 2022, 01:17 PM	#2
sski "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: FL Watch: ♛ & ✠ Posts: 943	i prefer the LV tbh, bit more special....see it in person if possible; the combination of the gloss green bezel + the crystal clear sapphire glass revealing the deep gloss black dial works wonderfully. i enjoy a bit of color in the watch collection.

9 September 2022, 02:18 PM	#4
Carguy87 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Real Name: Steve Location: Nevada Watch: JC 126660 Posts: 4,534	I was all ready to tell you to get a sub date but I see you have a black Tudor. With that in mind I’d go for the LV; it’s a stunner in person and the green makes it a fun weekend watch and it’ll dive just as well as a black sub. If the premium isn’t a concern that’s the route I’d go!

9 September 2022, 03:43 PM	#5
RoRoRo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: U.K. Watch: YM40 Posts: 855	LV for the win. Knocks the LN out the park. With the £500 premium. £5000 grey premium in the UK, not so sure.

9 September 2022, 06:25 PM	#8
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	You won’t regret it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 September 2022, 07:07 PM	#9
ExplorerGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: England Posts: 60	Lv!

9 September 2022, 08:11 PM	#11
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	Go with the diver in its purist form. Sent from my SM-G960W using Tapatalk

9 September 2022, 09:03 PM	#12
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	Given your collection….I’d personally go LV for sure.

9 September 2022, 09:28 PM	#13
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	The LV will add the color you are looking for. No bad choices though.

9 September 2022, 11:01 PM	#14
ndane "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Nathan Location: USA Posts: 638	The LV! Maybe I’m a little burned out on black bezels, but when I was given the choice earlier this year between an LV and the black, I didn’t hesitate to choose the LV. Truly a stunning watch in person.

9 September 2022, 11:04 PM	#15
subprimero "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: John Location: Texas Watch: 14060 Posts: 3,434	The LV, for your collection.

9 September 2022, 11:05 PM	#16
LC23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Up Up North Posts: 615	LV fo sho grail trio for me is AIR, LAND, WATER : GMT, DAYTONA, SUB/YM __________________ ~I tell everyone I donate most of my savings to non profit~

9 September 2022, 11:12 PM	#17
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,693	Consider the 126613LB; it's a great sub date. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

10 September 2022, 02:27 AM	#18
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,764	LV, hands down. __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

10 September 2022, 08:02 AM	#20
JSol1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: New England Posts: 1,933	Do you have a shop with pre owned near you? My firm rule is I won’t buy a watch without trying it on first. In my case the LV never did anything for me but as you can see I’m in the distinct minority so if you get a chance try it. I have a BLNR (jubilee) and a Sub date-they don’t overlap at all…

10 September 2022, 09:45 AM	#23
yukosaturno "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: george Location: Montreal Watch: 1603 Posts: 148	I liked having and wearing the LV, definitely would go that route considering your collection, but then again with the price difference, and you not being certain on the color, the no date is very nice.

10 September 2022, 10:03 AM	#24
CapeCodeRolex Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: N.C. Watch: Rolex Posts: 42	I like the no date but I use the date so much it’s hard to not go that route. However I guess I could just remember what day it is.

10 September 2022, 10:12 AM	#25
Baiv Banned Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Usa Watch: SubLV Posts: 402	The LV

10 September 2022, 11:54 AM	#26
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,464	I am a huge fan of the way the new SUb 41s fit and feel on the wrist. Near perfection. I think a Sub 41 LV would pair amazigly with your BLNR. A Sub ND would too. I have both and I could go down to only havig those two. Well, maye not, but you get my point.

13 September 2022, 01:52 AM	#27
Marast-66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Germany Posts: 316	Well you can go for 126610 LN. Someone might tell you that is the boring watch. Believe me there is no better Allrounder then Sub date Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 September 2022, 12:22 PM	#28
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,181	LV Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

13 September 2022, 02:32 PM	#29
MRBolton "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Watch: ing my wrist Posts: 1,268	LV. You may forget about your Pelagos if you don’t have a big emotional attachment to it. Finally getting my Sub LV has really changed how I feel about the watch. I really wanted a Sub, but man—that watch is something else. The pop of color is just the right amount of noticeable. It’s also dynamic with light play in a good way.your BLNR should be able to cover any outfit that the LV can’t. Plus if you ever want the black, you can get a no-date Sub and not be as redundant. However, I think you may discover you’re pretty satisfied with just having the LV. It just ticks the right boxes for me. The size is wonderful, and the way the bracelet integrates with the case is perfect. Unless you travel a lot (where the GMT function and jumping hour hand), the Sub is the better daily, do anything, go anywhere watch.

13 September 2022, 03:24 PM	#30
Santiago32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Jim Location: UTC/GMT -7 hours Posts: 1,673	I have both. I wear the LN more but the LV is special. Since you have a BLNR I would chose the LV. __________________ instagram: santiagowatchcollector

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