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starbuck77 · 3 July 2017, 10:11 AM

Hi guys, I'm new to the forum. So I have narrowed my first rolex purchase down to two:

Sub no date
or
GMT Batman

For the longest time I thought it was going to be the Sub, but as I'm getting just a few months away from pulling the trigger I am REALLY falling in love with the Batman. I love the timeless looks of the sub and it's history. It's not flashy, and it's all class. I was very specific about wanting it to be a no-date.

The GMT, for me is just such a good looking watch, I don't know what it is about it, but it is also calling out to me. I don't even like dates on my watches but this thing looks amazing to me. I do ok for a living but having 2 is out of the question for me. I could prob only swing one a year.

Should I play it safe and go with a classic sub? Is the batman somewhat a gimmick? Will it stand the test of time? I'm so torn! My only other decent watch is an Omega Speedmaster MOTM. I'm going to be 40, this is a birthday present to myself, no kids or wife to complain about anything.

What to do? What to do?

Chewbacca · 3 July 2017, 10:30 AM

Get the BLNR. Congrats.

Runnin' Rebel · 3 July 2017, 10:30 AM

Hi..
Flip a coin and if your happy with the outcome that's the one. If you travel the GMT is very nice. But the sub is a nice choice too. Sounds like you already know tho..

Etschell · 3 July 2017, 10:31 AM

Depends on what you need. I like to be in the water and a sub is better for that. Plus I don't need to know the date when I am in the water.

chrome168 · 3 July 2017, 10:36 AM

BLNR
the bezel looks all black indoors and enough depth rating to swim with and a bonus GMT complication.

Hard_Six · 3 July 2017, 10:37 AM

I would personally go BLNR.

Gimmick? I think not. In fact, blue for day, black for night seems most appropriate to me. However, even if it being a "gimmick" was a common viewpoint I still wouldn't care. I like mine just fine. Which is what matters most at the end of the day. Go with your gut. You'll have a solid outcome either way.

Etschell · 3 July 2017, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hard_Six

I would personally go BLNR.

Gimmick? I think not. In fact, blue for day, black for night seems most appropriate to me. However, even if it being a "gimmick" was a common viewpoint I still wouldn't care. I like mine just fine. Which is what matters most at the end of the day. Go with your gut. You'll have a solid outcome either way.

I think he failed to mention the 2k to 2.5k price difference. Guess it doesn't matter either way.

starbuck77 · 3 July 2017, 10:41 AM

I'm on the water a lot during the summer, but I don't think I'd bring either one on the lake with me. I do travel both for work, and vacation about 3-5 times a year, but I don't find it a chore to change zones wherever I am at. I'm looking for a watch I can wear in the office and wear while going out that has a slight pop to it but won't come across as super flashy, super "look at me". I also don't want to feel like I am missing since I can only have one.

starbuck77 · 3 July 2017, 10:44 AM

also, price doesn't matter, spending 7.5 or 9.5-10 are both a ridiculous luxury for a watch in my world. I'll be selling one of my pinball machines to finance this venture. Between those two price is irrelevant.

Sub King · 3 July 2017, 10:45 AM

Definitely get the sub. It's timeless and it will never go out of style. The same thing cannot be said for the blnr. Just wait until the new gmt Coke comes out, and the batman will lose its hype very quickly. Just my humble opinion.

Etschell · 3 July 2017, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by starbuck77

also, price doesn't matter, spending 7.5 or 9.5-10 are both a ridiculous luxury for a watch in my world. I'll be selling one of my pinball machines to finance this venture. Between those two price is irrelevant.

New 114060 can be had for 6k or so. Blnr is closer to msrp. 2k to me is a big difference in that price range. That said if you buy right you'll have no problem should you ever sell.

slide13 · 3 July 2017, 10:47 AM

I went Sub for myself. I like the brushed bracelet and Glidelock a lot, don't need a GMT function and enjoy the symmetry of the no-date dial.

But the BLNR is a gorgeous watch as well.

Impossible to go wrong either way, just depends on what you prefer and value more. GMT function, blue/black bezel, and date vs Glidelock, brushed bracelet, and dateless dial.

Pmt2 · 3 July 2017, 10:48 AM

Nothing beats a Sub nd!

Etschell · 3 July 2017, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slide13

I went Sub for myself. I like the brushed bracelet and Glidelock a lot, don't need a GMT function and enjoy the symmetry of the no-date dial.

But the BLNR is a gorgeous watch as well.

Impossible to go wrong either way, just depends on what you prefer and value more. GMT function, blue/black bezel, and date vs Glidelock, brushed bracelet, and dateless dial.

Perhaps you will win one soon

AS1 · 3 July 2017, 10:49 AM

BLNR takes my vote

Etschell · 3 July 2017, 10:49 AM

Maybe this will help

Etschell · 3 July 2017, 10:49 AM

Double post

starbuck77 · 3 July 2017, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Etschell

Maybe this will help

are the polished center links to dressy for jeans/t-shirt wear? Both look so good....

starbuck77 · 3 July 2017, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Etschell

New 114060 can be had for 6k or so. Blnr is closer to msrp. 2k to me is a big difference in that price range. That said if you buy right you'll have no problem should you ever sell.

Where would one find this 6k price tag? Grey?

emersm · 3 July 2017, 11:08 AM

BLNR, for sure! IMO.

Etschell · 3 July 2017, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by starbuck77

Where would one find this 6k price tag? Grey?

Yes gray.

Etschell · 3 July 2017, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by starbuck77

are the polished center links to dressy for jeans/t-shirt wear? Both look so good....

Nope. Works well wijth jeans

Jareddad · 3 July 2017, 11:16 AM

BLNR for the win!

sensui · 3 July 2017, 11:23 AM

Not sure why you would think blnr wouldn't stand the test of time......it's been a hot seller with no loss from msrp on the grey market practically since introduction for years...and is based on the iconic timeless design of the gmt....if I were to pick one between the two, blnr.

McLovin · 3 July 2017, 11:24 AM

Sounds that you want the BLNR. Will stand the test of time? Absolutely! It's a modern classic.

slide13 · 3 July 2017, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Etschell

Perhaps you will win one soon

It would make a nice companion to my Sub! Fingers crossed, haha!!

eonflux · 3 July 2017, 11:26 AM

BLNR for me by a wide margin

WEST HAM ROLEX · 3 July 2017, 11:30 AM

BLNR

But both beautiful pieces,,,tough choice we know

Get both???

ale70 · 3 July 2017, 11:31 AM

BLNR!

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chazadams · 3 July 2017, 11:38 AM

Had a sub for 15 years and very much enjoyed it! Sold it last year and this year decided I missed having a nice SS watch on my wrist and for me it came down to the Sub ceramic with date or the BLNR. Went BLNR and absolutely love it. They both have very common characteristics but the blue and bezel on the BLNR is so nice. (I did brush the PCLs after a month, they are not my style). You CANNOT go wrong with either one.

3 July 2017, 10:11 AM	#1
starbuck77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: chicago Posts: 6	New member - need some advice - Batman or Sub no date Hi guys, I'm new to the forum. So I have narrowed my first rolex purchase down to two: Sub no date or GMT Batman For the longest time I thought it was going to be the Sub, but as I'm getting just a few months away from pulling the trigger I am REALLY falling in love with the Batman. I love the timeless looks of the sub and it's history. It's not flashy, and it's all class. I was very specific about wanting it to be a no-date. The GMT, for me is just such a good looking watch, I don't know what it is about it, but it is also calling out to me. I don't even like dates on my watches but this thing looks amazing to me. I do ok for a living but having 2 is out of the question for me. I could prob only swing one a year. Should I play it safe and go with a classic sub? Is the batman somewhat a gimmick? Will it stand the test of time? I'm so torn! My only other decent watch is an Omega Speedmaster MOTM. I'm going to be 40, this is a birthday present to myself, no kids or wife to complain about anything. What to do? What to do?

3 July 2017, 10:30 AM	#3
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	Hi.. Flip a coin and if your happy with the outcome that's the one. If you travel the GMT is very nice. But the sub is a nice choice too. Sounds like you already know tho.. __________________ ♛

3 July 2017, 10:31 AM	#4
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	Depends on what you need. I like to be in the water and a sub is better for that. Plus I don't need to know the date when I am in the water. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

3 July 2017, 10:49 AM	#16
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	Maybe this will help __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

3 July 2017, 10:49 AM	#17
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	Double post __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

3 July 2017, 10:30 AM	#2
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Get the BLNR. Congrats.

3 July 2017, 10:36 AM	#5
chrome168 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Manila,Philippine Posts: 105	BLNR the bezel looks all black indoors and enough depth rating to swim with and a bonus GMT complication.

3 July 2017, 10:37 AM	#6
Hard_Six "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Trey Location: Texas Watch: those three’s roll Posts: 3,036	I would personally go BLNR. Gimmick? I think not. In fact, blue for day, black for night seems most appropriate to me. However, even if it being a "gimmick" was a common viewpoint I still wouldn't care. I like mine just fine. Which is what matters most at the end of the day. Go with your gut. You'll have a solid outcome either way.

3 July 2017, 10:41 AM	#8
starbuck77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: chicago Posts: 6	I'm on the water a lot during the summer, but I don't think I'd bring either one on the lake with me. I do travel both for work, and vacation about 3-5 times a year, but I don't find it a chore to change zones wherever I am at. I'm looking for a watch I can wear in the office and wear while going out that has a slight pop to it but won't come across as super flashy, super "look at me". I also don't want to feel like I am missing since I can only have one.

3 July 2017, 10:44 AM	#9
starbuck77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: chicago Posts: 6	also, price doesn't matter, spending 7.5 or 9.5-10 are both a ridiculous luxury for a watch in my world. I'll be selling one of my pinball machines to finance this venture. Between those two price is irrelevant.

3 July 2017, 10:45 AM	#10
Sub King "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Canada Watch: 124060 Posts: 402	Definitely get the sub. It's timeless and it will never go out of style. The same thing cannot be said for the blnr. Just wait until the new gmt Coke comes out, and the batman will lose its hype very quickly. Just my humble opinion.

3 July 2017, 10:47 AM	#12
slide13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Here Posts: 977	I went Sub for myself. I like the brushed bracelet and Glidelock a lot, don't need a GMT function and enjoy the symmetry of the no-date dial. But the BLNR is a gorgeous watch as well. Impossible to go wrong either way, just depends on what you prefer and value more. GMT function, blue/black bezel, and date vs Glidelock, brushed bracelet, and dateless dial.

3 July 2017, 10:48 AM	#13
Pmt2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,145	Nothing beats a Sub nd!

3 July 2017, 10:49 AM	#15
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	BLNR takes my vote

3 July 2017, 11:08 AM	#20
emersm 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Merle Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,493	BLNR, for sure! IMO.

3 July 2017, 11:16 AM	#23
Jareddad "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 326	BLNR for the win!

3 July 2017, 11:23 AM	#24
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,420	Not sure why you would think blnr wouldn't stand the test of time......it's been a hot seller with no loss from msrp on the grey market practically since introduction for years...and is based on the iconic timeless design of the gmt....if I were to pick one between the two, blnr.

3 July 2017, 11:24 AM	#25
McLovin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Watch: SubC Posts: 1,014	Sounds that you want the BLNR. Will stand the test of time? Absolutely! It's a modern classic.

3 July 2017, 11:26 AM	#27
eonflux "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SNA Posts: 3,633	BLNR for me by a wide margin

3 July 2017, 11:30 AM	#28
WEST HAM ROLEX "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: London/Asia Watch: GMT LN/SD43/D Blue Posts: 872	BLNR But both beautiful pieces,,,tough choice we know Get both???

3 July 2017, 11:31 AM	#29
ale70 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 332	BLNR! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE

3 July 2017, 11:38 AM	#30
chazadams "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Beach Watch: Submariner / GMT Posts: 499	Had a sub for 15 years and very much enjoyed it! Sold it last year and this year decided I missed having a nice SS watch on my wrist and for me it came down to the Sub ceramic with date or the BLNR. Went BLNR and absolutely love it. They both have very common characteristics but the blue and bezel on the BLNR is so nice. (I did brush the PCLs after a month, they are not my style). You CANNOT go wrong with either one.

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