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calligry · 22 August 2013, 12:04 PM

Hello,

I recently decided I want to purchase myself a gift and decided on a Rolex. There are 2 models I like, the first is the green on green submariner, or the black/blue black face GMT II. Which is better, and why? Also, I am considering second hand, how do you know who to trust?

kilyung · 23 August 2013, 01:52 AM

Both are excellent watches. Which is "better" can only be answered by you. Do you need a GMT function? Do you require significant water resistance? Visit your AD and try them on.

As for 'who to trust', check out the "who's who" section. Spend some time doing research on TRF and you'll find all your answers.

kilyung · 23 August 2013, 01:52 AM

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superdog · 23 August 2013, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by calligry

Hello,

I recently decided I want to purchase myself a gift and decided on a Rolex. There are 2 models I like, the first is the green on green submariner, or the black/blue black face GMT II. Which is better, and why? Also, I am considering second hand, how do you know who to trust?

It'll be tough to get a used black/blue GMT. They are a brand new release. Unless you get super lucky, I would think about 3-5 months and you will see them coming up used.

Better? Neither is better. Both great. Enjoy the search.

Trust no one.

Buy the seller first.

kbutler1 · 23 August 2013, 02:11 AM

Agreed with kilyung. Only you can really decide which is "better" for you. Great suggestion is to go to an AD and try both on to see how they feel on your wrist.

SWISSAHOLICS · 23 August 2013, 02:19 AM

BLNR GMT pre-owned will be tough to find as it is a Basel 2013 release. So if that is your favorite, then you should wait a few months. But if you want the LVc, then there are plenty on the classified section...and plenty of trusted sellers on the Whos Who section....good luck.

rolex75216 · 23 August 2013, 02:30 AM

My advice would be to take your time and visit several of the authorized dealers (ADs) in your area and try on as many of the models as you can. Stand in front of the mirror and see what looks good on your wrist and what you feel comfortable with. As time goes on, one will sing to you and then you will know it is the right watch. I don't think there is a wrong choice. After you ultimately decide on the Rolex model you can then start shopping around for the best price. Purchasing on here from a trusted seller will save you some money but going through an AD also has some advantages. Good luck!

mjclark32 · 23 August 2013, 02:41 AM

Agree, you've gotta go try them on and decide for yourself

Cc1966 · 23 August 2013, 02:49 AM

That one that is for you will become apparent once you start trying them on. Good luck

nickng · 23 August 2013, 02:53 AM

I think both are excellent choice. Either one won't go wrong.
The final decision is really all up to your personal preference.

nauticajoe · 23 August 2013, 07:26 AM

Better?...Not sure. It's best you try both on to see which makes you smile.

Happy Hunting!

boogiebot · 23 August 2013, 07:30 AM

yeah both are great pieces. you could literally flip a coin.

Welcome to TRF!

Phil t 32 · 23 August 2013, 07:32 AM

The best thing I did was take someone with me to try watches on, if I hadn't I would have purchased the wrong watch! My daughter could tell I wasn't 100% happy with the omega and said leave it dad, go home and think about. I did and decided the gmt was the one!!! Best decision I've made for a good while.

AK797 · 23 August 2013, 09:43 AM

I like a bit of green on green action.

slim4511 · 23 August 2013, 10:40 AM

As you already know, it really is up to what makes you happiest while on your wrist. My choice would be the Black/Blue GMT. I think it is stunning.

Nidal · 23 August 2013, 03:01 PM

A sub LVc is less blingy and more classic.
Blnr is the sh** and flashy and more blingy
Up to your taste.

GB-man · 23 August 2013, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nidal

A sub LVc is less blingy and more classic.
Blnr is the sh** and flashy and more blingy
Up to your taste.

I am not sure I can agree. Both are fairly loud. A black sub, then yeah more classic less in your face. But the LVc and BLNR...both are going to garnish attention imho. Either way you cannot go wrong. Both fun rolex which are suitable to any occasion and will always be fitting to the moment.

mynameistaken · 23 August 2013, 04:26 PM

If it was me, I would get the green hulk just because I have a few black dial watches, BUT.... I know I want the bk/bl GMT as well so I'll wait until it hits the use market. Cheers"

Hairdude1 · 23 August 2013, 04:43 PM

Just go with your gut!

travisb · 23 August 2013, 07:00 PM

Got to try them both on. One will let you know.
They make a great pair. I say LVC, then GMT.

Kiddodoc · 23 August 2013, 10:10 PM

Both great pieces and you can't go wrong with either one but what color scheme do you like best and do you have other watches already?

watchwatcher · 23 August 2013, 11:09 PM

Better? What's your definition?

Both great watches. You probably will be able to score a better deal on the Lvc, at least until all the BLNR hype dies down, if that makes a difference.

Rex22 · 23 August 2013, 11:38 PM

Great choices,I have the hulk so I'm partial to that but the blnr is a beauty as well.go try both on at an ad then buy on here from one of the many trusted sellers.

Rags · 23 August 2013, 11:40 PM

Both are great watches. I'd go with the new GMT II over the Hulk any day..

22 August 2013, 12:04 PM	#1
calligry "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: montreal Posts: 5	Possible purchase? Hello, I recently decided I want to purchase myself a gift and decided on a Rolex. There are 2 models I like, the first is the green on green submariner, or the black/blue black face GMT II. Which is better, and why? Also, I am considering second hand, how do you know who to trust?

23 August 2013, 02:19 AM	#6
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	BLNR GMT pre-owned will be tough to find as it is a Basel 2013 release. So if that is your favorite, then you should wait a few months. But if you want the LVc, then there are plenty on the classified section...and plenty of trusted sellers on the Whos Who section....good luck. __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

23 August 2013, 02:41 AM	#8
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Agree, you've gotta go try them on and decide for yourself __________________

23 August 2013, 02:49 AM	#9
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	That one that is for you will become apparent once you start trying them on. Good luck __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

23 August 2013, 02:53 AM	#10
nickng "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: NickN Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex Posts: 524	I think both are excellent choice. Either one won't go wrong. The final decision is really all up to your personal preference. __________________ NickN

23 August 2013, 01:52 AM	#2
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Both are excellent watches. Which is "better" can only be answered by you. Do you need a GMT function? Do you require significant water resistance? Visit your AD and try them on. As for 'who to trust', check out the "who's who" section. Spend some time doing research on TRF and you'll find all your answers.

23 August 2013, 02:11 AM	#5
kbutler1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Kevin Location: Colorado Watch: This one Posts: 633	Agreed with kilyung. Only you can really decide which is "better" for you. Great suggestion is to go to an AD and try both on to see how they feel on your wrist.

23 August 2013, 02:30 AM	#7
rolex75216 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 2,008	My advice would be to take your time and visit several of the authorized dealers (ADs) in your area and try on as many of the models as you can. Stand in front of the mirror and see what looks good on your wrist and what you feel comfortable with. As time goes on, one will sing to you and then you will know it is the right watch. I don't think there is a wrong choice. After you ultimately decide on the Rolex model you can then start shopping around for the best price. Purchasing on here from a trusted seller will save you some money but going through an AD also has some advantages. Good luck!

23 August 2013, 07:26 AM	#11
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Better?...Not sure. It's best you try both on to see which makes you smile. Happy Hunting!

23 August 2013, 07:30 AM	#12
boogiebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: canada Watch: me post! Posts: 3,804	yeah both are great pieces. you could literally flip a coin. Welcome to TRF!

23 August 2013, 07:32 AM	#13
Phil t 32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Staffs UK Posts: 445	The best thing I did was take someone with me to try watches on, if I hadn't I would have purchased the wrong watch! My daughter could tell I wasn't 100% happy with the omega and said leave it dad, go home and think about. I did and decided the gmt was the one!!! Best decision I've made for a good while.

23 August 2013, 09:43 AM	#14
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	I like a bit of green on green action.

23 August 2013, 10:40 AM	#15
slim4511 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Detroit Posts: 484	As you already know, it really is up to what makes you happiest while on your wrist. My choice would be the Black/Blue GMT. I think it is stunning. __________________ GMT IIc, Exp II, Speedy Pro If you're not living on the edge, you're taking up too much space.

23 August 2013, 03:01 PM	#16
Nidal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: USA Watch: SubC LV Posts: 1,821	A sub LVc is less blingy and more classic. Blnr is the sh** and flashy and more blingy Up to your taste.

23 August 2013, 04:26 PM	#18
mynameistaken "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Jin Location: NYC Watch: 116509 Steel Dial Posts: 147	If it was me, I would get the green hulk just because I have a few black dial watches, BUT.... I know I want the bk/bl GMT as well so I'll wait until it hits the use market. Cheers"

23 August 2013, 04:43 PM	#19
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Just go with your gut!

23 August 2013, 07:00 PM	#20
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,430	Got to try them both on. One will let you know. They make a great pair. I say LVC, then GMT.

23 August 2013, 10:10 PM	#21
Kiddodoc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: Texas Watch: 15 and counting! Posts: 3,531	Both great pieces and you can't go wrong with either one but what color scheme do you like best and do you have other watches already?

23 August 2013, 11:09 PM	#22
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,011	Better? What's your definition? Both great watches. You probably will be able to score a better deal on the Lvc, at least until all the BLNR hype dies down, if that makes a difference.

23 August 2013, 11:38 PM	#23
Rex22 Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mass Watch: 116520,hulk Posts: 225	Great choices,I have the hulk so I'm partial to that but the blnr is a beauty as well.go try both on at an ad then buy on here from one of the many trusted sellers.

23 August 2013, 11:40 PM	#24
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Both are great watches. I'd go with the new GMT II over the Hulk any day.. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

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