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robertgrom · 24 July 2011, 08:38 AM

The question here is which watch is better for you? Given the fact the GMT will show you a second time zone based on a location of your choice. The Submariner will make possible to time some of your activities, like: running time, swimming time, diving underwater time, parking meter time. Now the question is to you - what useful functions do you prefer? Both watches are fully water resistance for swimming. The Sub can be used as a tool for professional divers. Both watches are beautiful. Price is similar.
Now it's up to you, and your activities.

Dan2010 · 25 July 2011, 04:50 AM

You can also use the bezel to time with the GMTII, just not as precise as the Sub. The GMTIIC is the best all around watch Rolex makes in my humble opinion.

George Ab · 26 July 2011, 03:01 AM

Neither is better. Both are exceptional and are incredible watches. I love diving watches, yet the splash of color provided by the GMT is wonderful. It is great as the plane takes off to move the hour hand without stopping the second hand.

Myself, I'd go for an LV before either, and if not an LV then a GMT. I like the splash of color and the maxi dial.

Interesting, how many people are discussing the GMT IIc when you didn't mention that as a choice.

amvd · 27 July 2011, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nodatalog

I would go for an explorer II case 42 mm, because even if I like the Sub best, it was a big size watch 20 years ago. Today it looks kind of small (even the supersized case).

I bet in a few year, Rolex will upgrade all its watches to 42 mm over.

is this really true, they are going to enlarge the submariners to 42mm in the future?

ronjohn · 9 August 2011, 02:15 AM

I love the GMT II

sea-dweller · 16 August 2011, 02:00 PM

Welcome, you cannot go wrong with either, they are both excellent.

SWIMPRUF · 17 August 2011, 11:04 PM

Nice review.

john88 · 21 August 2011, 06:03 AM

I had the gmt2-c and now have the sub-c for me hands down i like the sub better . Looks wise I like the all brushed band of the sub better. It seems sportier and more masculine imo. The polished center links of the gmt make it look dressier to me , I also prefer the bezel of the sub. The whole watch to me is just perfect. Its sporty yet elegant and has a very clean look... Also take into consideration the 2nd time feature of the gmt vs the depth and uni-directional bezel of the sub

East Bay Rider · 21 August 2011, 06:09 AM

GMTIIC has less clicks so timing using the bezel will be less precise than the GMTII or sub.

Newrolexbuyer · 21 August 2011, 10:06 AM

Your gonna buy both so get the 116610 LV then get a GMT TT that's the combo right there.

Bruno C · 22 August 2011, 03:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drockadam

Go for the Submariner!

The 16610 Submariner is perfect.

Amen!!

TCTC · 24 August 2011, 05:33 AM

Hi Mike,

What did you decide? I'm in the same boat and seem to change my mind daily!

FLIGHT20THREE · 27 August 2011, 10:57 PM

I work with GMT and having the time right there on your wrist is an added bonus. The Sub is my next purchase.

Hellkite · 12 September 2011, 02:35 PM

Currently in the same dilemma between the new sub c and the GMT II c. Currently, the GMT would be more useful but I have yet to try it on. Tried the sub and I liked the solid feel of it. Much better than the 16610 model IMHO. Hoping to try on a GMT before deciding. Both are quite hard to come by at the AD's in my area. They sell out too fast! (and also because they only get one of each per shipment).

Johndoe · 13 September 2011, 07:49 AM

GMT is dressier bc of the polished center link. Sub is clean, classic, yet durable. After I bought my Sub my tag aquaracer became my dress watch for winter bc of the bulky chrono and polished link

Johndoe · 13 September 2011, 07:53 AM

try them both. then purchase the sub.

Johndoe · 13 September 2011, 08:05 AM

Sub

masterserg · 13 September 2011, 08:43 AM

I asked this same question on a similar thread but didn't get any answers so far... Speaking of Ceramics, any thoughts on the blue (sub) vs. green (gmt) lume? Same intensity, duration, just different color?

BlackAngel · 13 September 2011, 10:32 AM

Either 1 is a good choice. But for your first crown get the Sub then the GMTIIC

Gerardus · 13 September 2011, 12:08 PM

Difficult, both are

anglebaby · 13 September 2011, 06:58 PM

+1 for Sub

youngr · 13 September 2011, 10:54 PM

I got both

B27hawk · 17 September 2011, 07:13 AM

I would definitely go with the Sub, I have one and I love it! Good Luck

moz · 20 September 2011, 04:26 AM

I wanted to buy the TT GMT II C for a year now, and when I finally was at the AD last week, I quickly changed my mind and got the TT Sub C...
So I guess there is no right or wrong desicion ;))

Duck9000 · 20 September 2011, 06:47 AM

Sub first, then the GMT. That's what I'm planning to do

Reymomo2 · 19 October 2011, 12:10 PM

My first Rolex, a Submariner date (1680). My second Rolex 20 years later ....a two tone Submariner and 10 years later GMT TT ceramic. Well...I used to scuba dive recreationally but I really enjoy the understated classic lines of the Sub. Eventually you could have both...it took "TIME" for me.:-)

Leeemjack · 1 November 2011, 12:00 AM

The new Sub c all day long, trully an absolute stunner in every way, love mine

Fredwatch · 1 November 2011, 01:30 AM

My choice will be a GMT II non-ceramic. But before I can find one in pristine condition, I got a Sub-c.

Now, keep hunting..

boogiebot · 1 November 2011, 02:47 AM

+1 for the sub

watch*palace · 3 November 2011, 02:10 AM

I still prefer Gmt-C LN

26 July 2011, 03:01 AM	#63
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	Neither is better. Both are exceptional and are incredible watches. I love diving watches, yet the splash of color provided by the GMT is wonderful. It is great as the plane takes off to move the hour hand without stopping the second hand. Myself, I'd go for an LV before either, and if not an LV then a GMT. I like the splash of color and the maxi dial. Interesting, how many people are discussing the GMT IIc when you didn't mention that as a choice. __________________

17 August 2011, 11:04 PM	#67
SWIMPRUF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: * Posts: 2,323	Nice review. __________________ Member# 52,675 Est. 3/2011

21 August 2011, 06:09 AM	#69
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,041	GMTIIC has less clicks so timing using the bezel will be less precise than the GMTII or sub. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

13 September 2011, 08:43 AM	#78
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	I asked this same question on a similar thread but didn't get any answers so far... Speaking of Ceramics, any thoughts on the blue (sub) vs. green (gmt) lume? Same intensity, duration, just different color? __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

13 September 2011, 12:08 PM	#80
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,108	Difficult, both are __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

24 July 2011, 08:38 AM	#61
robertgrom "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Robert Location: USA, California Watch: Sub 116610 Posts: 240	The question here is which watch is better for you? Given the fact the GMT will show you a second time zone based on a location of your choice. The Submariner will make possible to time some of your activities, like: running time, swimming time, diving underwater time, parking meter time. Now the question is to you - what useful functions do you prefer? Both watches are fully water resistance for swimming. The Sub can be used as a tool for professional divers. Both watches are beautiful. Price is similar. Now it's up to you, and your activities.

25 July 2011, 04:50 AM	#62
Dan2010 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: South Carolina Watch: Panerai 914 Posts: 6,540	You can also use the bezel to time with the GMTII, just not as precise as the Sub. The GMTIIC is the best all around watch Rolex makes in my humble opinion.

9 August 2011, 02:15 AM	#65
ronjohn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Auburn Hills Watch: GMT II (2T) Posts: 1	I love the GMT II

16 August 2011, 02:00 PM	#66
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Welcome, you cannot go wrong with either, they are both excellent.

21 August 2011, 06:03 AM	#68
john88 Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: john Location: nj Watch: rolex sub-c Posts: 50	I had the gmt2-c and now have the sub-c for me hands down i like the sub better . Looks wise I like the all brushed band of the sub better. It seems sportier and more masculine imo. The polished center links of the gmt make it look dressier to me , I also prefer the bezel of the sub. The whole watch to me is just perfect. Its sporty yet elegant and has a very clean look... Also take into consideration the 2nd time feature of the gmt vs the depth and uni-directional bezel of the sub

21 August 2011, 10:06 AM	#70
Newrolexbuyer Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oregon Watch: DDII Ever Rose Posts: 55	Your gonna buy both so get the 116610 LV then get a GMT TT that's the combo right there.

24 August 2011, 05:33 AM	#72
TCTC "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3	Hi Mike, What did you decide? I'm in the same boat and seem to change my mind daily!

27 August 2011, 10:57 PM	#73
FLIGHT20THREE "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Deployed Soldier Posts: 2	I work with GMT and having the time right there on your wrist is an added bonus. The Sub is my next purchase.

12 September 2011, 02:35 PM	#74
Hellkite Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Malaysia Posts: 16	Currently in the same dilemma between the new sub c and the GMT II c. Currently, the GMT would be more useful but I have yet to try it on. Tried the sub and I liked the solid feel of it. Much better than the 16610 model IMHO. Hoping to try on a GMT before deciding. Both are quite hard to come by at the AD's in my area. They sell out too fast! (and also because they only get one of each per shipment).

13 September 2011, 07:49 AM	#75
Johndoe Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Mostly N. America Watch: 116610LN Posts: 53	GMT is dressier bc of the polished center link. Sub is clean, classic, yet durable. After I bought my Sub my tag aquaracer became my dress watch for winter bc of the bulky chrono and polished link

13 September 2011, 07:53 AM	#76
Johndoe Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Mostly N. America Watch: 116610LN Posts: 53	try them both. then purchase the sub.

13 September 2011, 08:05 AM	#77
Johndoe Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Mostly N. America Watch: 116610LN Posts: 53	Sub

13 September 2011, 10:32 AM	#79
BlackAngel "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Arvin Location: Philippines Posts: 102	Either 1 is a good choice. But for your first crown get the Sub then the GMTIIC

13 September 2011, 06:58 PM	#81
anglebaby "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 美国 Watch: Rolex Oyster Posts: 3	+1 for Sub

13 September 2011, 10:54 PM	#82
youngr "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: England Watch: 16610 & 16710 Posts: 899	I got both __________________ SS Submariner Date "V" SS GMT Master II Pepsi "D"

17 September 2011, 07:13 AM	#83
B27hawk "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Blake Donen Location: WESTLAKE village Watch: TT Submariner Posts: 4	I would definitely go with the Sub, I have one and I love it! Good Luck

20 September 2011, 04:26 AM	#84
moz Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: turkey Watch: TT Sub C Posts: 18	I wanted to buy the TT GMT II C for a year now, and when I finally was at the AD last week, I quickly changed my mind and got the TT Sub C... So I guess there is no right or wrong desicion ;))

20 September 2011, 06:47 AM	#85
Duck9000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Chile Watch: Explorer II & SubC Posts: 98	Sub first, then the GMT. That's what I'm planning to do __________________

19 October 2011, 12:10 PM	#86
Reymomo2 Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jaime Location: Louisiana Watch: The Sharks Posts: 29	My first Rolex, a Submariner date (1680). My second Rolex 20 years later ....a two tone Submariner and 10 years later GMT TT ceramic. Well...I used to scuba dive recreationally but I really enjoy the understated classic lines of the Sub. Eventually you could have both...it took "TIME" for me.:-)

1 November 2011, 12:00 AM	#87
Leeemjack Banned Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Edinburgh Watch: Sub C, Omega SMP Posts: 48	The new Sub c all day long, trully an absolute stunner in every way, love mine

1 November 2011, 01:30 AM	#88
Fredwatch Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Watch: Still at AD Posts: 66	My choice will be a GMT II non-ceramic. But before I can find one in pristine condition, I got a Sub-c. Now, keep hunting..

1 November 2011, 02:47 AM	#89
boogiebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: canada Watch: me post! Posts: 3,804	+1 for the sub

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