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Old 26 October 2016, 03:15 AM   #1
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Which one is better as a 1 watch only

I've been considering selling my YM 16622 lately. As I mentioned before, I like having only one watch only ( I have my reasons ).

Been looking around and I've determined that GMT is the most functional complication to me, well, GMT with Date. So the GMT Master II is pretty much the way to go.

So the question is BLNR o LN.

BLNR is a cool piece but I'm starting to think it belongs in a collection not as a 1 watch only.


What do you guys think? I'm open for suggestions!
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:25 AM   #2
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116713LN is the one for me, but I am biased!

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Old 26 October 2016, 03:27 AM   #3
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the ln.
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:28 AM   #4
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Try them both on and pick the one you're happiest with.
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:29 AM   #5
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In my very humble opinion, if you're going to go with one watch only, a Submariner is the way to go.

But since you've already deemed the GMT as the most functional, I would go with the BLNR.

The LN is really really nice but the BLNR needs no intro - This is coming from someone who has purchased the watch and sold it twice and that is only because I couldn't deal with my PCL frustrations.
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Old 26 October 2016, 04:38 AM   #6
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In my very humble opinion, if you're going to go with one watch only, a Submariner is the way to go.

But since you've already deemed the GMT as the most functional, I would go with the BLNR.

The LN is really really nice but the BLNR needs no intro - This is coming from someone who has purchased the watch and sold it twice and that is only because I couldn't deal with my PCL frustrations.
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:29 AM   #7
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I would go LN. BLNR is the cool kid that's getting all the love these days, but I think I personally would grow tired of the blue/black combo even though it does initially look pretty cool. I like the LN with the black bezel and then the subtle hits of green on the GMT hand and model name. Seems like it would be a very versatile watch and a great single watch selection.
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Old 26 October 2016, 04:35 AM   #8
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I would go LN. BLNR is the cool kid that's getting all the love these days, but I think I personally would grow tired of the blue/black combo even though it does initially look pretty cool. I like the LN with the black bezel and then the subtle hits of green on the GMT hand and model name. Seems like it would be a very versatile watch and a great single watch selection.
Sound advice here. Not only that but you will save a few thousand if you buy right and maybe could start a second watch fund
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Old 26 October 2016, 07:04 PM   #9
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I would go LN. BLNR is the cool kid that's getting all the love these days, but I think I personally would grow tired of the blue/black combo even though it does initially look pretty cool. I like the LN with the black bezel and then the subtle hits of green on the GMT hand and model name. Seems like it would be a very versatile watch and a great single watch selection.
My thoughts exactly
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:30 AM   #10
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BLNR out of your 2 choices
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:36 AM   #11
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BLNR in my opinion but whichever speaks to you more!
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:39 AM   #12
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Either the LN or the BLNR would fit your bill.

If you've only seen pictures of the BLNR, you don't know how versatile the watch is aesthetically, given the way the bezel colors change according to ambient light.

I don't think you'd be disappointed with a BLNR, but of course, the LN would be the safer choice.
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Old 26 October 2016, 04:49 AM   #13
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Either the LN or the BLNR would fit your bill.

If you've only seen pictures of the BLNR, you don't know how versatile the watch is aesthetically, given the way the bezel colors change according to ambient light.

I don't think you'd be disappointed with a BLNR, but of course, the LN would be the safer choice.
Ditto Grady, how large is your wrist?

Sorry to highjack this thread, maybe the OP is interested too
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Old 26 October 2016, 05:03 AM   #14
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Ditto Grady, how large is your wrist?

Sorry to highjack this thread, maybe the OP is interested too
I'm not sure right now.

I'll have to find my tape measure.

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=502016

It was about 7.75" in that picture.
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Old 26 October 2016, 05:08 AM   #15
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I'm not sure right now.

I'll have to find my tape measure.

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=502016

It was about 7.75" in that picture.
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:40 AM   #16
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Can't go wrong either way but I'd prob go blnr for a little color or two tone.
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:43 AM   #17
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I would think both would work fine. I would probably prefer a little color
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:46 AM   #18
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You should get the one you like

I like the BLNR
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Old 26 October 2016, 01:27 PM   #19
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I like the BLNR
Agree
I chose BLNR.
Totally love it still, one year later.
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:46 AM   #20
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:49 AM   #21
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For "one watch" I suggest OP, DateJust, or Day Date.
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As a one and only, I'd go LN
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:57 AM   #23
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Old 26 October 2016, 04:49 AM   #24
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Mind me asking, how large is your wrist?
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Old 26 October 2016, 01:22 PM   #25
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Nice shot Don

Mind me asking, how large is your wrist?
I've never measured it. I wear my watches with all links and th clasp set on the tightest notch. The easy link is not extended. I think it's about 7.25".
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Old 26 October 2016, 09:09 PM   #26
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I've never measured it. I wear my watches with all links and th clasp set on the tightest notch. The easy link is not extended. I think it's about 7.25".
Thanks Don

I'm having a look at one today andcthis helps with my research.

Looks great on you
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Old 26 October 2016, 03:59 AM   #27
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I like the BLNR or the 116713 in two tone.
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Old 26 October 2016, 04:05 AM   #28
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Either work as one and only - prefer BLNR for a bit of color. It's still serious when called upon
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Old 26 October 2016, 04:19 AM   #29
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Old 26 October 2016, 04:33 AM   #30
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From a 114060 as one watch owner, I think I'd go with the LN. Although I don't think the BLNR is too "out there" that it wouldn't work as an only watch. So if you wanted to look down an KNOW you're wearing a GMT, go BLNR.
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