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turborolex · 10 June 2018, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by buenosdias

16710 with all 3 bezel inserts (black, blue/red, black/red) + oyster and a jubi.
So you got many watches in one :-)

That’s the right way to do it!!

Spot on

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Wcdhtwn · 10 June 2018, 09:45 AM

I'm going to go with the Explorer for one watch, every conceivable occasion. Understated elegance and tough as hell.

Chrono_lando · 10 June 2018, 10:01 AM

BLNR

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tjbender · 10 June 2018, 10:10 AM

I consider the sub and gmt to basically be the same watch. The GMT has the most complications, is more unique, more comfortable and the pop of colour is fun. Being that you can also swap bezels and bracelets depending on your mood, makes the GMT a no brainier to me.

omitohud · 10 June 2018, 10:28 AM

I’m more of a vintage guy so 16710 it is, although I also own a blnr.

From the picture line up, the blnr really “pop”.

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Bladeshot · 10 June 2018, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by tjbender

I consider the sub and gmt to basically be the same watch. The GMT has the most complications, is more unique, more comfortable and the pop of colour is fun. Being that you can also swap bezels and bracelets depending on your mood, makes the GMT a no brainier to me.

Agree. 5 digit gmt. Looks good on you and inserts + bracelets can change, so your son has a versatile piece to suit his tastes. 16710 w black insert is so close to the classic sub date, it fills that position in a lineup, imo.

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puckbw11 · 10 June 2018, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by DLRIDES

The BLNR will win the poll due to being one of the latest fad watches, but the Explorer and Submariner are timeless. The Explorer probably being the most versatile of the two.

Good call. I think I would go 6 digit for a “one watch” scenario. I initially said BLNR, but I think 214270 or 116710LN are my favorite “modern” pieces.

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rmk · 10 June 2018, 11:03 AM

I just got my first Rolex and immediately followed it with a second. The most important factor is that you love it. After that it comes down to what you’d feel comfortable wearing everyday in terms of the level of “bling”. I loved the first Rolex I bought the moment I put it on but realized within a week it was a bit louder then I wanted for daily use (two tone, 116613LN). So I added as steel Yachtmaster (116622 rhodium dial).

I have no regrets whatsoever but if I could only have one it would be the YM I have or the steel GMT II black face/bezel (116710LN). The black/black sub is just a bit too basic and the polished/flat combo on the GMT band is just the right level for everyday use.

mps354 · 10 June 2018, 11:06 AM

16710, followed by 114270, followed by 14060

zaydans · 10 June 2018, 11:40 AM

Those 5 digits are classic and will continue to rise in value over time.

kman82 · 10 June 2018, 11:54 AM

BLNR or the 114060 for me

nyyankees · 10 June 2018, 01:06 PM

Sub. I’d get the current model with the glide lock.

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semi-ambivalent · 10 June 2018, 01:22 PM

I'm not pimping the site but here is the best image I've yet seen of this little beauty:
https://www.reddit.com/r/rolex/comme...tual_34_white/

Perfect proportions, clean, and it doesn't shout. If it's not what you want it's not what you want, but Rolex hit some buttons with this one. I'm completely over the GMT Jubilee. Completely.

AdamG · 10 June 2018, 02:51 PM

14060M or 16710 (black bezel)

mineral · 10 June 2018, 03:09 PM

Gmt 16710 and 14060 sub

I own both and you won’t regret

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douglasf13 · 10 June 2018, 03:43 PM

Yikes, not a lot of love for the DateJust and old Explorer, which are my top two picks. I guess it’s not unlike everyone trading in their cars for SUVs these days, while I’m still driving a two door.

RolexComplex · 10 June 2018, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ink3027

If you had to pick just one for the next two decades to wear everyday and to every event, which would you go with?

Feel free to suggest a write-in vote as well

Given your criteria, I’d choose the DJ. It’s a classic that you can wear everywhere, with anything. I know there’s a bias for sport watches on this forum, and the DJ doesn’t have a chance on the poll, but don’t go with the herd. The fact that you already own it is a bonus.

Why1504 · 10 June 2018, 05:10 PM

I think it is a lifestyle choice. Are you a active guy? Sub or Explorer

Traveler? GMT or Explorer

Suit and tie, high end clothes guy? DJ or DD

Nairn1980 · 10 June 2018, 05:18 PM

I’ve owned many rolex models and love them all in different ways.

I have a 16710 Pepsi and it’s a stunning watch.

However the BLNR is and has been my favourite from day 1. It’s a superb watch and that’s where my recommendation would go.

JRT · 10 June 2018, 05:34 PM

BLNR with no brainer.

peterpl · 10 June 2018, 07:08 PM

For one and only get the BLNR or the GMT Pepsi.

sutats · 10 June 2018, 07:20 PM

The 116710BLNR and 14060M for their all occasions versatility. They are both serious and conservative yet have hint of playfulness about them.

Kigan · 10 June 2018, 07:35 PM

Blnr.

ink3027 · 11 June 2018, 05:39 AM

Thanks to all for the feedback and responses. I didn't foresee the BLNR being such a runaway favorite, but I can't say I disagree -- it's gorgeous, and probably the one I would lean toward myself.

gold canyon · 11 June 2018, 05:55 AM

SubC with date

View Poll Results: Which one should I go with?
114270	26	11.45%
BLNR	101	44.49%
16710 Pepsi	47	20.70%
14060M 2-liner	43	18.94%
116200 silver dial	10	4.41%
Voters: 227. You may not vote on this poll

10 June 2018, 03:09 PM	#45
mineral "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3,670	Gmt 16710 and 14060 sub I own both and you won’t regret Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Watching date changes every midnight

10 June 2018, 05:10 PM	#48
Why1504 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Southeast US Posts: 325	I think it is a lifestyle choice. Are you a active guy? Sub or Explorer Traveler? GMT or Explorer Suit and tie, high end clothes guy? DJ or DD __________________ It’s a great day to wear a Rolex!!

10 June 2018, 07:20 PM	#52
sutats "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London Posts: 1,225	The 116710BLNR and 14060M for their all occasions versatility. They are both serious and conservative yet have hint of playfulness about them. __________________ There's no such thing as a Submariner No Date, it's simply Submariner. You don't call a Porsche 911 Turbo, a Porsche 911 Turbo No S. www.instagram.com/sutatshorology Post Your Rolex/Tudor Watch Weight (PYRTWW)

11 June 2018, 05:55 AM	#55
gold canyon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Southwest Watch: R O L E X Posts: 1,188	SubC with date __________________ Just a Matter of Time

10 June 2018, 09:45 AM	#32
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,028	I'm going to go with the Explorer for one watch, every conceivable occasion. Understated elegance and tough as hell.

10 June 2018, 10:01 AM	#33
Chrono_lando "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Atlanta Posts: 138	BLNR Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 June 2018, 10:10 AM	#34
tjbender 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Tim Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 2,408	I consider the sub and gmt to basically be the same watch. The GMT has the most complications, is more unique, more comfortable and the pop of colour is fun. Being that you can also swap bezels and bracelets depending on your mood, makes the GMT a no brainier to me.

10 June 2018, 10:28 AM	#35
omitohud "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Sam Location: los Angeles Posts: 2,051	I’m more of a vintage guy so 16710 it is, although I also own a blnr. From the picture line up, the blnr really “pop”. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 June 2018, 11:03 AM	#38
rmk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: California, USA Posts: 25	I just got my first Rolex and immediately followed it with a second. The most important factor is that you love it. After that it comes down to what you’d feel comfortable wearing everyday in terms of the level of “bling”. I loved the first Rolex I bought the moment I put it on but realized within a week it was a bit louder then I wanted for daily use (two tone, 116613LN). So I added as steel Yachtmaster (116622 rhodium dial). I have no regrets whatsoever but if I could only have one it would be the YM I have or the steel GMT II black face/bezel (116710LN). The black/black sub is just a bit too basic and the polished/flat combo on the GMT band is just the right level for everyday use.

10 June 2018, 11:06 AM	#39
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,056	16710, followed by 114270, followed by 14060

10 June 2018, 11:40 AM	#40
zaydans "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Joe Location: CONUS Watch: Rolex 116710 Posts: 994	Those 5 digits are classic and will continue to rise in value over time.

10 June 2018, 11:54 AM	#41
kman82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Singapore Posts: 114	BLNR or the 114060 for me

10 June 2018, 01:06 PM	#42
nyyankees "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southeastern PA Watch: 1216610 Posts: 2,131	Sub. I’d get the current model with the glide lock. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 June 2018, 01:22 PM	#43
semi-ambivalent "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: co Posts: 135	I'm not pimping the site but here is the best image I've yet seen of this little beauty: https://www.reddit.com/r/rolex/comme...tual_34_white/ Perfect proportions, clean, and it doesn't shout. If it's not what you want it's not what you want, but Rolex hit some buttons with this one. I'm completely over the GMT Jubilee. Completely.

10 June 2018, 02:51 PM	#44
AdamG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Adam Location: HNL, LDN, SHA Watch: 5 digit ref Posts: 397	14060M or 16710 (black bezel)

10 June 2018, 03:43 PM	#46
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,619	Yikes, not a lot of love for the DateJust and old Explorer, which are my top two picks. I guess it’s not unlike everyone trading in their cars for SUVs these days, while I’m still driving a two door.

10 June 2018, 05:18 PM	#49
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,352	I’ve owned many rolex models and love them all in different ways. I have a 16710 Pepsi and it’s a stunning watch. However the BLNR is and has been my favourite from day 1. It’s a superb watch and that’s where my recommendation would go.

10 June 2018, 05:34 PM	#50
JRT "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Taiwan Watch: Rolex BLNR Posts: 2,308	BLNR with no brainer.

10 June 2018, 07:08 PM	#51
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	For one and only get the BLNR or the GMT Pepsi.

10 June 2018, 07:35 PM	#53
Kigan "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: EU Watch: Blancpain AC01 Posts: 441	Blnr.

11 June 2018, 05:39 AM	#54
ink3027 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 715	Thanks to all for the feedback and responses. I didn't foresee the BLNR being such a runaway favorite, but I can't say I disagree -- it's gorgeous, and probably the one I would lean toward myself.

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