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DoctorSpazz · 20 July 2021, 02:42 AM

Let me be the first to admit that I think the two tone CHNR is absolutely stunning. However, when compared to the stainless steel versions of the BLNR or BLRO, does the CHNR lose out on practicality and everyday wear ?

I also agree that that many of us do not need a GMT watch so removing that from the equation I would love to hear from the forum as to what they think about the CHNR?

Is it a practical everyday watch ?
Does the rose gold make it more of a jewelry item then a “tool watch,”?
Would you feel comfortable traveling with it?
How easily do the center links pick up scratches ?

Thanks !

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Jack T · 20 July 2021, 02:49 AM

First of all, I don't think you're the first person to admit the two tone CHNR is stunning.

And in my opinion, any gold watch moves it from tool to more of a jewelry piece. And the GMT feature is a bit unnecessary, but nice to have when traveling.

That said, it's a great watch, and I love my LN version; while I like the look of rose gold, not sure I'd get it myself.

TswaneNguni · 20 July 2021, 02:52 AM

Nice reference ,but not one I will buy if it comes my way ,simply because I prefer the Blue TT Subs.Personal taste
Not the biggest fan of rose gold too,BUT the full RG GMT is exceptional .

robinmgb · 20 July 2021, 02:54 AM

Definitely a practical everyday watch.
The gold does make it more jewellery than tool.
I’ve yet to find a watch that isn’t suitable to travel in.
The polished centre links particularly on the clasp and shoulders can pick up scratches but I’ve never found gold to be any worse than steel pcl.

supernova · 20 July 2021, 02:53 AM

It's definitely one of the very few TT watches I would like.

For your questions,

Like any other Rolex sports, it is very practical every day.
That said, any TT or gold I think negates a watch as having the "tool" look.
Yes I would travel with it just like any other watch I own.
PCL are easy to scratch and also more evident no matter the material. Gold being softer than steel makes it even more so.

Seddyspaghetti · 20 July 2021, 03:21 AM

I love it. It’s def a practical every day watch for me. Great piece in any collection.

It’s as practical as the blnr or blro in every way imo. It’s just a different colorway.

dannyp · 20 July 2021, 03:34 AM

My one and only concern about it, particularly as an "only watch" is whether RG will remain fashionable in TT/full-PM form. RG dress watches on leather have been a staple forever, but TT versions with steel or titanium, and RG bracelet models have just exploded over the past decade or so. Makes me wonder if it has the same staying power as YG.

henrylee · 20 July 2021, 03:35 AM

Have both the BLNR and CHNR. The chnr is very versatile and can be worn daily.

DoctorSpazz · 20 July 2021, 04:06 AM

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Have both the BLNR and CHNR. The chnr is very versatile and can be worn daily.

Which one gets more wrist time ?

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SS Oyster · 20 July 2021, 03:36 AM

Lovely watch, but one I would not buy nor wear. I’m a stainless or pure PM guy.

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Santiago32 · 20 July 2021, 03:52 AM

Prefer the BLNR myself but it’s a nice watch

Mystro · 20 July 2021, 03:58 AM

Very warm tones.

DoctorSpazz · 20 July 2021, 04:14 AM

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Very warm tones.

Stunning picture

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Cigars&Watches · 20 July 2021, 01:47 PM

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Stunning picture

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Love that pic

Shazbot302 · 20 July 2021, 04:17 AM

The TT Root beer is absolutely stunning in person. It’s hypnotizing. I can’t take my eyes off my wife’s when she wears hers and I seethe, SEETHE, with jealousy. It’s also surprisingly versatile, which I didn’t expect when she first got it.

I think it’s one of the most beautiful and interesting watches Rolex has make in the last 20 years.

jakemiller69 · 20 July 2021, 04:45 AM

I love it - one of the only two tones I would want in my collection besides the black dial daytona TT.

Master_Grogu · 20 July 2021, 05:05 AM

I much prefer the full PM variant, and must confess that I am not a fan of the brown. However, it is nice in the flesh and it certainly has its place in a board room

Cru Jones · 20 July 2021, 05:07 AM

Pure

joli160 · 20 July 2021, 05:35 AM

I like it much more than the BLNR or BLRO and am used to wearing the 116713LN. The new CHNR is less in your face than the YG TT and is perhaps the nicest Rolex GMT ever made.
It’s very versatile and goes with everything, perfect for a daily.

The whole SS tool watch thing is something I never understood, best material for a diver i.e. is gold. Look how many older Subs have lots of corroded cases. Not so on the gold versions.
Rolex being a toolwatch company ? Way before any Sub or GMT was ever created Rolex launched the DJ in 1945 already and in solid gold. It’s just the best material for a watch.

Gold PCL scratches the same as SS PCL. I have worn both for a long time. The gold holds up very good. Anything that will scratch your gold will also scratch your SS. Touch a brick wall and both get damaged.
Brushed bracelets scratch the same but it is less noticable.

The CHNR I can only buy grey and that’s too expensive for me otherwise I would have bought one. Waiting out for the CHNR on a jubilee. After all a GMT deserves that beautiful bracelet.

DoctorSpazz · 20 July 2021, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by joli160

I like it much more than the BLNR or BLRO and am used to wearing the 116713LN. The new CHNR is less in your face than the YG TT and is perhaps the nicest Rolex GMT ever made.
It’s very versatile and goes with everything, perfect for a daily.

The whole SS tool watch thing is something I never understood, best material for a diver i.e. is gold. Look how many older Subs have lots of corroded cases. Not so on the gold versions.
Rolex being a toolwatch company ? Way before any Sub or GMT was ever created Rolex launched the DJ in 1945 already and in solid gold. It’s just the best material for a watch.

Gold PCL scratches the same as SS PCL. I have worn both for a long time. The gold holds up very good. Anything that will scratch your gold will also scratch your SS. Touch a brick wall and both get damaged.
Brushed bracelets scratch the same but it is less noticable.

The CHNR I can only buy grey and that’s too expensive for me otherwise I would have bought one. Waiting out for the CHNR on a jubilee. After all a GMT deserves that beautiful bracelet.

Thank you very much for such an informative answer. I had no idea about how gold holds up in comparison to steel. I appreciate you taking the time to provide some knowledge

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dawalsh · 20 July 2021, 05:19 AM

Love mine. I don’t have any problems wearing it everyday, but I don’t have any problems wearing my YG Day Date everyday either. I might go for a maxi case or 5 digits Bluesy next.

kieselguhr · 20 July 2021, 05:37 AM

Love it! Prefer the solid gold but definitely love the TT variant and feel it may be more vibrant because of the mix with a white metal. I would wear it as much as I wear my BLRO.

sj24k · 20 July 2021, 05:45 AM

having previously owned it, and then sold it, here's my take:

it's a beautiful piece for sure with great wrist presence and looks pretty unique vs. other GMTs. but as beautiful as it is, it just didn't work as a "daily driver" for me. i found it sitting in the safe way more than on my wrist.

admittedly, i have a very casual lifestyle and seldom get dressed up. if i was still going into an office every day, or out for lots of nice evenings, then i might have kept it. additionally, i find the brown/black/rose look just "clashed" with my wardrobe, which is blue/black heavy.

so, it really comes down to personal style and taste. for me, pure SS or WG pieces just work better and get way more wrist time. glad i owned the CHNR, but ultimately not my style...

enjoythemusic · 20 July 2021, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by DoctorSpazz

Is it a practical everyday watch ?
Does the rose gold make it more of a jewelry item then a “tool watch,”?
Would you feel comfortable traveling with it?
How easily do the center links pick up scratches ?

Yes
No
Yes, Singapore is great!
Don't care, wear and enjoy

VincentM · 20 July 2021, 05:57 AM

Back in November 2018, a new Rolex AD opened in my town. I expressed my interest for a Sub (114060) I wish would become my first Rolex. I visited my AD about once a month to show my interest.

On a Friday in February 2019 as I walked in the store, a CHNR and a Bluesy were on display (still possible at that time!). Tried both on and surprise… was stunned by the CHNR. I liked the subtilness of RG and warm feeling of this watch. Bluesy was beautiful but maybe a little too « blingy » for my taste (at that time).

Left the store thinking I would wait for a Sub… but over the weekend I could not forget the feeling I had with the CHNR on my wrist. Went back on Monday and… of course the CHNR was gone. I told my AD that I would be very interested in a CHNR instead of a Sub.

I got the call in April 2019. Never regretted this CHNR as my first Rolex. No problem for a daily wear in my opinion. Since then, I added 3 Rolex to my collection. I still appreciate my CHNR!

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DoctorSpazz · 20 July 2021, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by VincentM

Back in November 2018, a new Rolex AD opened in my town. I expressed my interest for a Sub (114060) I wish would become my first Rolex. I visited my AD about once a month to show my interest.

On a Friday in February 2019 as I walked in the store, a CHNR and a Bluesy were on display (still possible at that time!). Tried both on and surprise… was stunned by the CHNR. I liked the subtilness of RG and warm feeling of this watch. Bluesy was beautiful but maybe a little too « blingy » for my taste (at that time).

Left the store thinking I would wait for a Sub… but over the weekend I could not forget the feeling I had with the CHNR on my wrist. Went back on Monday and… of course the CHNR was gone. I told my AD that I would be very interested in a CHNR instead of a Sub.

I got the call in April 2019. Never regretted this CHNR as my first Rolex. No problem for a daily wear in my opinion. Since then, I added 3 Rolex to my collection. I still appreciate my CHNR!

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What a marvelous collection !

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Merlin69 · 20 July 2021, 06:04 AM

Love it! A great one. I could buy it in the near future... We'll see...

Harry-57 · 20 July 2021, 06:08 AM

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Is it a practical everyday watch ?

Yes. For me.

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Originally Posted by DoctorSpazz

Does the rose gold make it more of a jewelry item then a “tool watch,”?

No. In my opinion.

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Originally Posted by DoctorSpazz

Would you feel comfortable traveling with it?

Yes. And I do.

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Originally Posted by DoctorSpazz

How easily do the center links pick up scratches ?

Very easily. Although no different from any other watch I own which has PCLs.

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Originally Posted by DoctorSpazz

Thanks !

You are welcome.

Now for the important bit: what do you think of it? Because I won't be buying it for you.

DoctorSpazz · 20 July 2021, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Harry-57

Yes. For me.

No. In my opinion.

Yes. And I do.

Very easily. Although no different from any other watch I own which has PCLs.

You are welcome.

Now for the important bit: what do you think of it? Because I won't be buying it for you.

Hahaha and here I was thinking you would buy it for me !

I love it, I just have concerns over the gold portions being a bit too flashy but the comments are making me feel like it’s not the case.

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Harry-57 · 20 July 2021, 06:17 PM

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Hahaha and here I was thinking you would buy it for me !

I love it, I just have concerns over the gold portions being a bit too flashy but the comments are making me feel like it’s not the case.

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Sorry, I'm saving up for a PM. You know I would if I could.

Have you seen a Milgauss, particularly in sunlight? It's blinding, and the only gold is on the dial. The CHNR is visually very clever and subtle in a number of ways IMO, and it goes well with me. To see one for yourself is to know for sure. I wouldn't have bought mine off photos, but when I saw one at my AD I couldn't stop looking. At first I didn't think it was the same watch.

20 July 2021, 02:42 AM	#1
DoctorSpazz "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Canada Posts: 244	How do we feel about the two tone CHNR? Let me be the first to admit that I think the two tone CHNR is absolutely stunning. However, when compared to the stainless steel versions of the BLNR or BLRO, does the CHNR lose out on practicality and everyday wear ? I also agree that that many of us do not need a GMT watch so removing that from the equation I would love to hear from the forum as to what they think about the CHNR? Is it a practical everyday watch ? Does the rose gold make it more of a jewelry item then a “tool watch,”? Would you feel comfortable traveling with it? How easily do the center links pick up scratches ? Thanks ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 July 2021, 02:49 AM	#2
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,780	First of all, I don't think you're the first person to admit the two tone CHNR is stunning. And in my opinion, any gold watch moves it from tool to more of a jewelry piece. And the GMT feature is a bit unnecessary, but nice to have when traveling. That said, it's a great watch, and I love my LN version; while I like the look of rose gold, not sure I'd get it myself. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

20 July 2021, 03:35 AM	#8
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,247	Have both the BLNR and CHNR. The chnr is very versatile and can be worn daily. __________________ ♛ Sub 126610LV 2025 ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

20 July 2021, 03:52 AM	#11
Santiago32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Jim Location: UTC/GMT -7 hours Posts: 1,678	Prefer the BLNR myself but it’s a nice watch __________________ instagram: santiagowatchcollector

20 July 2021, 05:35 AM	#19
joli160 2025 Rolex SubTT Bluesy Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 15,618	I like it much more than the BLNR or BLRO and am used to wearing the 116713LN. The new CHNR is less in your face than the YG TT and is perhaps the nicest Rolex GMT ever made. It’s very versatile and goes with everything, perfect for a daily. The whole SS tool watch thing is something I never understood, best material for a diver i.e. is gold. Look how many older Subs have lots of corroded cases. Not so on the gold versions. Rolex being a toolwatch company ? Way before any Sub or GMT was ever created Rolex launched the DJ in 1945 already and in solid gold. It’s just the best material for a watch. Gold PCL scratches the same as SS PCL. I have worn both for a long time. The gold holds up very good. Anything that will scratch your gold will also scratch your SS. Touch a brick wall and both get damaged. Brushed bracelets scratch the same but it is less noticable. The CHNR I can only buy grey and that’s too expensive for me otherwise I would have bought one. Waiting out for the CHNR on a jubilee. After all a GMT deserves that beautiful bracelet. __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner Date 116619 LB, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711 CHNR, GMT 126710 BLRO.

20 July 2021, 02:52 AM	#3
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	Nice reference ,but not one I will buy if it comes my way ,simply because I prefer the Blue TT Subs.Personal taste Not the biggest fan of rose gold too,BUT the full RG GMT is exceptional .

20 July 2021, 02:54 AM	#4
robinmgb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Kent, England Watch: Hublot BB Unico Posts: 1,094	Definitely a practical everyday watch. The gold does make it more jewellery than tool. I’ve yet to find a watch that isn’t suitable to travel in. The polished centre links particularly on the clasp and shoulders can pick up scratches but I’ve never found gold to be any worse than steel pcl.

20 July 2021, 02:53 AM	#5
supernova "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Europe/Asia Watch: AP/Rolex Posts: 1,395	It's definitely one of the very few TT watches I would like. For your questions, Like any other Rolex sports, it is very practical every day. That said, any TT or gold I think negates a watch as having the "tool" look. Yes I would travel with it just like any other watch I own. PCL are easy to scratch and also more evident no matter the material. Gold being softer than steel makes it even more so.

20 July 2021, 03:21 AM	#6
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,816	I love it. It’s def a practical every day watch for me. Great piece in any collection. It’s as practical as the blnr or blro in every way imo. It’s just a different colorway.

20 July 2021, 03:34 AM	#7
dannyp Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: usa Posts: 6,765	My one and only concern about it, particularly as an "only watch" is whether RG will remain fashionable in TT/full-PM form. RG dress watches on leather have been a staple forever, but TT versions with steel or titanium, and RG bracelet models have just exploded over the past decade or so. Makes me wonder if it has the same staying power as YG.

20 July 2021, 03:36 AM	#10
SS Oyster Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,836	Lovely watch, but one I would not buy nor wear. I’m a stainless or pure PM guy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 July 2021, 03:58 AM	#12
Mystro 2025 Rolex SubTT Bluesy Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 17,268	Very warm tones.

20 July 2021, 04:17 AM	#15
Shazbot302 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: CA Posts: 351	The TT Root beer is absolutely stunning in person. It’s hypnotizing. I can’t take my eyes off my wife’s when she wears hers and I seethe, SEETHE, with jealousy. It’s also surprisingly versatile, which I didn’t expect when she first got it. I think it’s one of the most beautiful and interesting watches Rolex has make in the last 20 years.

20 July 2021, 04:45 AM	#16
jakemiller69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Real Name: Michael Location: Breezylanta Posts: 369	I love it - one of the only two tones I would want in my collection besides the black dial daytona TT.

20 July 2021, 05:05 AM	#17
Master_Grogu Banned Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Tokyo Posts: 969	I much prefer the full PM variant, and must confess that I am not a fan of the brown. However, it is nice in the flesh and it certainly has its place in a board room

20 July 2021, 05:07 AM	#18
Cru Jones 2025 Rolex SubTT Bluesy Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 36,761	Pure

20 July 2021, 05:19 AM	#21
dawalsh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Midwest Posts: 365	Love mine. I don’t have any problems wearing it everyday, but I don’t have any problems wearing my YG Day Date everyday either. I might go for a maxi case or 5 digits Bluesy next.

20 July 2021, 05:37 AM	#22
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,749	How do we feel about the two tone CHNR? Love it! Prefer the solid gold but definitely love the TT variant and feel it may be more vibrant because of the mix with a white metal. I would wear it as much as I wear my BLRO.

20 July 2021, 05:45 AM	#23
sj24k "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: GMT-07:00 Posts: 900	having previously owned it, and then sold it, here's my take: it's a beautiful piece for sure with great wrist presence and looks pretty unique vs. other GMTs. but as beautiful as it is, it just didn't work as a "daily driver" for me. i found it sitting in the safe way more than on my wrist. admittedly, i have a very casual lifestyle and seldom get dressed up. if i was still going into an office every day, or out for lots of nice evenings, then i might have kept it. additionally, i find the brown/black/rose look just "clashed" with my wardrobe, which is blue/black heavy. so, it really comes down to personal style and taste. for me, pure SS or WG pieces just work better and get way more wrist time. glad i owned the CHNR, but ultimately not my style...

20 July 2021, 05:57 AM	#25
VincentM "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Canada Watch: 11LV-CHNR-DJ-PN-BB Posts: 695	Back in November 2018, a new Rolex AD opened in my town. I expressed my interest for a Sub (114060) I wish would become my first Rolex. I visited my AD about once a month to show my interest. On a Friday in February 2019 as I walked in the store, a CHNR and a Bluesy were on display (still possible at that time!). Tried both on and surprise… was stunned by the CHNR. I liked the subtilness of RG and warm feeling of this watch. Bluesy was beautiful but maybe a little too « blingy » for my taste (at that time). Left the store thinking I would wait for a Sub… but over the weekend I could not forget the feeling I had with the CHNR on my wrist. Went back on Monday and… of course the CHNR was gone. I told my AD that I would be very interested in a CHNR instead of a Sub. I got the call in April 2019. Never regretted this CHNR as my first Rolex. No problem for a daily wear in my opinion. Since then, I added 3 Rolex to my collection. I still appreciate my CHNR! Envoyé de mon iPhone en utilisant Tapatalk

20 July 2021, 06:04 AM	#27
Merlin69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Europe Watch: GMT II Posts: 393	Love it! A great one. I could buy it in the near future... We'll see... __________________ ♛ GMT Master II 116710LN, ♛ GMT Master II 126710BLRO, ♛ Submariner 116610LV, ♛ Explorer II 216570 Black, ♛ Deepsea D-Blue 126660 Ω Speedmaster Professional 1861 (Hesalite), Ω Speedmaster 321 "Ed White", Ω Speedmaster "Snoopy 50th Anniversary", IWC Fliegerchronograph, Cartier Tank Americaine Medium, Cartier Tank Must (Blue)

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