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Ray0701 · 2 September 2013, 07:21 PM

Hi guys,

I'm new to the forum and I'm pretty sure there would have been many others who, like me, have been getting opinions on which Rolex to get but I would really appreciate some honest opinions from those in the know.
I'm planning on buying my very first Rolex in a month or two. I have been eyeing the Rolex Submariner 116613LN for a long time and I honestly think its a really fantastic and versatile watch and one that I could wear....well, literally, everywhere! It's something that I could do laps in the pool and its fancy enough to wear with a business suit.
My wife and a close buddy of mine have been trying to convince me that getting the new Explorer 2 is a much better idea. It doesn't scream Rolex and its more discreet and stuff and that I could always get a Jaeger Reverso as a dress watch.
What do you guys think?

Cc1966 · 2 September 2013, 07:29 PM

Absolutely get the watch that YOU want! In the end you will regret and second guess another purchase. Both are fine watches and I am even inclined to go with the Exp for you, however, the one that sings to you it the one to get. Good luck.

6306 · 2 September 2013, 07:31 PM

I think if you have your heart set on the Sub then get the Sub. After spending all that money you don't want to be looking at your wrist all day and having that expensive watch not quite do it for you. It will bug you until you finally sell the Explorer and buy the one you wanted all along. Your friends and family won't be wearing it so get the one you want.

cop414 · 2 September 2013, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6306

I think if you have your heart set on the Sub then get the Sub. After spending all that money you don't want to be looking at your wrist all day and having that expensive watch not quite do it for you. It will bug you until you finally sell the Explorer and buy the one you wanted all along. Your friends and family won't be wearing it so get the one you want.

This.
It's going to be your watch, you are going to be wearing it and you will be the one trading the Explorer in for the Sub if you go with what other's like and not what you like.
BTW, welcome to TRF!

Andad · 2 September 2013, 07:34 PM

Buy the Rolex that your wife likes best.

Especially when its an Expy II.

That is a no lose situation IMO.

JbirdZA · 2 September 2013, 07:35 PM

Agreed, its alot of money to spend on something you are "just okay" with.

Go for the one that will make your wife jealous of how long you spend staring at it.

beshannon · 2 September 2013, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ray0701

Hi guys,

I'm new to the forum and I'm pretty sure there would have been many others who, like me, have been getting opinions on which Rolex to get but I would really appreciate some honest opinions from those in the know.
I'm planning on buying my very first Rolex in a month or two. I have been eyeing the Rolex Submariner 116613LN for a long time and I honestly think its a really fantastic and versatile watch and one that I could wear....well, literally, everywhere! It's something that I could do laps in the pool and its fancy enough to wear with a business suit.
My wife and a close buddy of mine have been trying to convince me that getting the new Explorer 2 is a much better idea. It doesn't scream Rolex and its more discreet and stuff and that I could always get a Jaeger Reverso as a dress watch.
What do you guys think?

I think you should get what you like and want to wear

bridgs · 2 September 2013, 09:04 PM

Go with what grabs your interest the most.

joe100 · 2 September 2013, 09:16 PM

A watch is personal. I never solicite opinions because mine is the only one that matters in this case.

Racerdj · 2 September 2013, 09:16 PM

Ultimately it's for you. If you settle for a second choice, at some time in the future you will purchase or trade for your first choice!

travisb · 2 September 2013, 09:21 PM

It's gonna be your watch, and on your wrist. So buy what you like.
Sounds like your heart is set on that Sub, so that should be the final answer.
If you don't follow your heart, regret will follow.
Congrats in advance.

Doug T · 2 September 2013, 11:25 PM

Go with your heart and it seems like the Sub has your interest. You are the one that wears it.

benlee · 2 September 2013, 11:27 PM

Buy what you like, not what others think you should like.

Chaching · 2 September 2013, 11:34 PM

Don't worry...once you get the Sub you will want another Rolex model!

You can't just have "1" Rolex! Most here will agree with that statement!

SubTTKky · 2 September 2013, 11:40 PM

Buy what u like...if not, wait awhile more n save up to buy both!

Casey VP-26 · 2 September 2013, 11:40 PM

Welcome, I don't care how many watches you intend to buy, each and every time you should buy the make and model YOU like. Good Luck.

Presa canary · 2 September 2013, 11:43 PM

Your wife seems to know what's up. Except I'd go with the exp ii 40, and the reverso, pref the 1931. That's a awesome combo...

iazrollie · 2 September 2013, 11:54 PM

Have you thought about the 114060? It doesn't have the cyclops and may help overcome the concern of it looking too much like a Rolex, etc.

Lucky777 · 2 September 2013, 11:57 PM

I'd go Sub first, you can always pick up an Explorer II if you want to add to your collection. I believe the sub can be dressed up easier than the Explorer II.

slim4511 · 3 September 2013, 05:28 AM

A couple of thoughts: The Sub is a great watch. I happen to prefer the GMT II over the Sub. I would also consider the Explorer II which I absolutely love but my preference in that model is the older 16570 in Polar however the black face is nice as well.

Mystro · 3 September 2013, 05:32 AM

The Submariner is what you want if you are proud that you own a Rolex. Its very common and recognizable. The Explorer is the..."I want a Rolex but dont want anyone to know" watch.

AK797 · 3 September 2013, 06:02 AM

The TT subc is a beautiful watch so get that if you really want it, its far too much money to spend on a watch that will primarily make others happy. And remember maybe your wife will get everything nice you own after you're divorced, but not before!

Tony-GB · 3 September 2013, 06:18 AM

Firstly, welcome to TRF.

This forum has a massive amount of knowledgeable members who will give excellent advice.One word of caution though- one Rolex is never enough.

In my experience I have found two Rolex that are perfect (for me). The Yacht-Master & the original Seadweller (SD).

For you, I would suggest trying a SD against the Sub. The SD is a little thicker but on the wrist feels fantastic. Plus, even Rolex haters respect the SD.

But ultimately, as my TRF colleagues have said, the choice can only be made by you, so buy what you like!

Trouble15 · 3 September 2013, 06:38 AM

Welcome to TRF. The 116613LN is a beautiful reference. If that is the watch YOU want, then that is the one you should go for. You shouldn't buy a reference to make someone else happy. If you do purchase the Explorer II, you're still going to want the Sub.

Also, as Greg has said it's tough to stop at just one Rolex!

superdog · 3 September 2013, 06:38 AM

Welcome to the maddness.

Save urself some time and realize now that you will eventually have both.

Buy the one you think you will be most comfortable with, until you get the other.

jshepard · 3 September 2013, 07:00 AM

Get the Sub, it's your watch. Although the JLC reverso is a beautiful watch.

OML · 3 September 2013, 10:52 AM

You only need two watches- one sport and one dress. Now your correct about the sub and double duty if you must get it over the exp- that's ok, but by all means still get the reverso.

Roller07 · 3 September 2013, 11:33 AM

I think you should get the watch you like. Don't get a watch that somebody else wants you to get.

honeybear · 3 September 2013, 11:40 AM

You can get a Sub and a Reverso, I have both.

OML · 5 September 2013, 07:05 AM

Very sweet combo honeybear. Hard to find much better.

2 September 2013, 07:21 PM	#1
Ray0701 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: singapore Posts: 1	Thoughts about Rolex Hi guys, I'm new to the forum and I'm pretty sure there would have been many others who, like me, have been getting opinions on which Rolex to get but I would really appreciate some honest opinions from those in the know. I'm planning on buying my very first Rolex in a month or two. I have been eyeing the Rolex Submariner 116613LN for a long time and I honestly think its a really fantastic and versatile watch and one that I could wear....well, literally, everywhere! It's something that I could do laps in the pool and its fancy enough to wear with a business suit. My wife and a close buddy of mine have been trying to convince me that getting the new Explorer 2 is a much better idea. It doesn't scream Rolex and its more discreet and stuff and that I could always get a Jaeger Reverso as a dress watch. What do you guys think?

2 September 2013, 07:29 PM	#2
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	Absolutely get the watch that YOU want! In the end you will regret and second guess another purchase. Both are fine watches and I am even inclined to go with the Exp for you, however, the one that sings to you it the one to get. 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

2 September 2013, 07:31 PM	#3
6306 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Surrey Posts: 183	I think if you have your heart set on the Sub then get the Sub. After spending all that money you don't want to be looking at your wrist all day and having that expensive watch not quite do it for you. It will bug you until you finally sell the Explorer and buy the one you wanted all along. Your friends and family won't be wearing it so get the one you want. __________________ http://thirtyfivemill.com/

2 September 2013, 07:34 PM	#5
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,486	Buy the Rolex that your wife likes best. Especially when its an Expy II. That is a no lose situation IMO. __________________ E

2 September 2013, 09:16 PM	#9
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	A watch is personal. I never solicite opinions because mine is the only one that matters in this case. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

2 September 2013, 07:35 PM	#6
JbirdZA Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Johannesburg Watch: SS 16610 Posts: 25	Agreed, its alot of money to spend on something you are "just okay" with. Go for the one that will make your wife jealous of how long you spend staring at it.

2 September 2013, 09:04 PM	#8
bridgs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Shane Location: Minnesota Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 1,125	Go with what grabs your interest the most.

2 September 2013, 09:16 PM	#10
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	Ultimately it's for you. If you settle for a second choice, at some time in the future you will purchase or trade for your first choice! __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

2 September 2013, 09:21 PM	#11
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,419	It's gonna be your watch, and on your wrist. So buy what you like. Sounds like your heart is set on that Sub, so that should be the final answer. If you don't follow your heart, regret will follow. Congrats in advance.

2 September 2013, 11:25 PM	#12
Doug T "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Anola, Manitoba Watch: GMT Master 11 Posts: 431	Go with your heart and it seems like the Sub has your interest. You are the one that wears it.

2 September 2013, 11:27 PM	#13
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	Buy what you like, not what others think you should like.

2 September 2013, 11:34 PM	#14
Chaching "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: None of ya #@! Location: Somewhere Watch: Many! 116718 GOLD Posts: 2,137	Don't worry...once you get the Sub you will want another Rolex model! You can't just have "1" Rolex! Most here will agree with that statement!

2 September 2013, 11:40 PM	#15
SubTTKky "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Kky Location: RolexLand Watch: Rolex Posts: 338	Buy what u like...if not, wait awhile more n save up to buy both! __________________ Rolex Sub16613,GMT IIC 116713,Daytona 116523 (Golden Champage with Diamonds),DD1803,18038,18238,DJ16233,DJ16014,Omega Speedy

2 September 2013, 11:40 PM	#16
Casey VP-26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,718	Welcome, I don't care how many watches you intend to buy, each and every time you should buy the make and model YOU like. Good Luck.

2 September 2013, 11:43 PM	#17
Presa canary "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Justin Location: Pa Watch: Explorer ii Posts: 3,152	Your wife seems to know what's up. Except I'd go with the exp ii 40, and the reverso, pref the 1931. That's a awesome combo...

2 September 2013, 11:54 PM	#18
iazrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Ian Location: NY Watch: All of them Posts: 3,245	Have you thought about the 114060? It doesn't have the cyclops and may help overcome the concern of it looking too much like a Rolex, etc. __________________ Rolex, PPs, Breitling

2 September 2013, 11:57 PM	#19
Lucky777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: NJ Watch: Rolex 16610 Posts: 2,160	I'd go Sub first, you can always pick up an Explorer II if you want to add to your collection. I believe the sub can be dressed up easier than the Explorer II.

3 September 2013, 05:28 AM	#20
slim4511 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Detroit Posts: 484	A couple of thoughts: The Sub is a great watch. I happen to prefer the GMT II over the Sub. I would also consider the Explorer II which I absolutely love but my preference in that model is the older 16570 in Polar however the black face is nice as well. __________________ GMT IIc, Exp II, Speedy Pro If you're not living on the edge, you're taking up too much space.

3 September 2013, 05:32 AM	#21
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,465	The Submariner is what you want if you are proud that you own a Rolex. Its very common and recognizable. The Explorer is the..."I want a Rolex but dont want anyone to know" watch. __________________

3 September 2013, 06:02 AM	#22
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	The TT subc is a beautiful watch so get that if you really want it, its far too much money to spend on a watch that will primarily make others happy. And remember maybe your wife will get everything nice you own after you're divorced, but not before!

3 September 2013, 06:18 AM	#23
Tony-GB "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Oxfordshire, UK Watch: 116680 & 116622 Posts: 3,953	Firstly, welcome to TRF. This forum has a massive amount of knowledgeable members who will give excellent advice.One word of caution though- one Rolex is never enough. In my experience I have found two Rolex that are perfect (for me). The Yacht-Master & the original Seadweller (SD). For you, I would suggest trying a SD against the Sub. The SD is a little thicker but on the wrist feels fantastic. Plus, even Rolex haters respect the SD. But ultimately, as my TRF colleagues have said, the choice can only be made by you, so buy what you like! __________________ "...why oh why, didn't I take the blue pill...?" http://www.helenanddouglas.org.uk/ www.cheetah.org

3 September 2013, 06:38 AM	#24
Trouble15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: USA Watch: A few Posts: 8,881	Welcome to TRF. The 116613LN is a beautiful reference. If that is the watch YOU want, then that is the one you should go for. You shouldn't buy a reference to make someone else happy. If you do purchase the Explorer II, you're still going to want the Sub. Also, as Greg has said it's tough to stop at just one Rolex!

3 September 2013, 06:38 AM	#25
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,827	Welcome to the maddness. Save urself some time and realize now that you will eventually have both. Buy the one you think you will be most comfortable with, until you get the other. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

3 September 2013, 07:00 AM	#26
jshepard "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: USA Watch: GMTII Posts: 1,180	Get the Sub, it's your watch. Although the JLC reverso is a beautiful watch.

3 September 2013, 10:52 AM	#27
OML Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: STYLE GURU Location: USA Watch: NEWEST ACQUISITION Posts: 109	You only need two watches- one sport and one dress. Now your correct about the sub and double duty if you must get it over the exp- that's ok, but by all means still get the reverso.

3 September 2013, 11:33 AM	#28
Roller07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: GMT -5 Watch: HulkPepsiCoke Posts: 2,364	I think you should get the watch you like. Don't get a watch that somebody else wants you to get.

3 September 2013, 11:40 AM	#29
honeybear "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Vacheron Overseas Posts: 297	You can get a Sub and a Reverso, I have both. __________________ Patek Philippe Calatrava 5119J; Vacheron Constantin Overseas; Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso Duo; Rolex Submariner 114060; Baume and Mercier Hampton Annual Calendar; Tudor Heritage Black Bay.

5 September 2013, 07:05 AM	#30
OML Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: STYLE GURU Location: USA Watch: NEWEST ACQUISITION Posts: 109	Very sweet combo honeybear. Hard to find much better.

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