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KBM · 27 August 2014, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Based on your additional comments, get the sub and speedmaster.

Thanks, Mike. Your comment on the historical significance of the precursors to the 114060, Fifty Fathoms and PAM 422 really made a lot of sense to me and actually made me consider that. I really like that historic appeal these refs have.
The chrono choice vs. the traditional Fifty Fathoms was purely based on aesthetics.

osamu · 27 August 2014, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by WAK4

Sub and Speedy (esp since you have a white daytona...if black I'd question the Speedy).

For some reason I never was much for BP and that bezel.

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Originally Posted by Chrispare

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I don't know if they were going for a nautical theme with an inner tube shaped bezel

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I'm sure it'll grow on me, and if you really like the FF, it's better to get one watch you really like than two you maybe are settling for.

Wesley Crusher · 27 August 2014, 05:16 AM

Sub and Speedy, no question. The 114060 and Speedy 9300 would be an amazing combo.

incontrol · 27 August 2014, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

In your shoes, I'd get the 114060 + regular BPFF. The Flyback Chrono is gorgeous but talk about a tough watch to sell (if you change your mind later). The 114060 and BPFF have ready buyers and I love the history between the two models. Then you'd have the 114060, BPFF, and 422... all evolutions of the classic diver!

I agree with this logic. I would add in addition, the BP FF Sport is absolutely stunning in the metal and a nice change of pace to the two you own!

dysondiver · 27 August 2014, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

you have a Daytona, just get the sub, clean, classic and pocket the rest

or a bimetal 16613 , adding a little bling ,,,, jobs a good un

regnant · 27 August 2014, 05:51 AM

I would go for Sub because it should have retain it's value better than others . 2nd watch would be Blancpain but Omega has been standing more "brand awareness" than Blancpain
Blancpain also organizes Endurance Racing Series , but hey that was a different model lol

locutus49 · 27 August 2014, 06:30 AM

SubC (black or green) hold value much better if you are the kind who sells watches. Only you know that. And I have heard that Blancpains require more frequent service than Subs, which can go a decade before requiring service (but more likely 5-7 years).

I prefer a date Sub since the Daytona is a no date watch.

h999r · 27 August 2014, 06:33 AM

Sub plus sea master , or if you like blancpain , get the reg fifty fathoms more desirable.

FTX I · 27 August 2014, 06:34 AM

Just the Sub. Or wait a bit longer and get a WG Smurf Sub. Cheers.

arguetaoscar · 27 August 2014, 02:52 PM

Sub and Speedy, for sure! 2 great timeless classics!

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AASH · 27 August 2014, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

you have a Daytona, just get the sub, clean, classic and pocket the rest

X2

redsubby · 27 August 2014, 03:34 PM

Sub for sure. I can do with or without the speedy.

mikkemus23 · 27 August 2014, 03:53 PM

The Sub and the Speedmaster

I had that cal 9300 and I miss it dearly.

Bangel · 27 August 2014, 04:04 PM

Sub and Speedy combo gets my vote.

I prefer the non chrono version of that particular Blancpain model.

rg9390 · 27 August 2014, 05:45 PM

I go for the blancpain.

The speedy will not likely get wrist time if you have a Daytona. The 50 Fathoms is a divers watch...

mr_gray · 27 August 2014, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Bangel

Sub and Speedy combo gets my vote.

I prefer the non chrono version of that particular Blancpain model.

Me too.

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RLROCK · 28 August 2014, 07:36 AM

I have the Speedy Pro and love it. I am contemplating trading in my SS DJII black stick dial for the green sub or the PO liquidmetal blue. The FF never really came up on my radar as desirable. But beauty is in the eye of the credit card holder!

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mschafer · 28 August 2014, 11:25 AM

I'd stick with the SubC ND and a Speed Pro. For the fun of it I would look a vintage one.
As much as I like the 50F, and here I prefer the simple dial, tribute or aqua lung, I feel the other two have more bang for the buck and probably retain their value, besides being icons...

HogwldFLTR · 28 August 2014, 11:39 AM

Sub C only and save fore something else since you already have a chrono.

indigo993 · 28 August 2014, 11:48 AM

sub and speedy for sure

venom43 · 28 August 2014, 12:09 PM

I would for sure go sub+speedy. The 2 icons of their respective brands.

I'd like to add I went against the purist and went with limited editions of each...
Rolex Submariner Date 50th LV and the Omega "Speedorite". I personally like these versions better than what eveyone else has.
Good luck with your decision and glad to see your collection grow.

mr.elite · 28 August 2014, 12:19 PM

Love the FFF

27 August 2014, 05:51 AM	#36
regnant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Close to Rolex AD Posts: 3,474	I would go for Sub because it should have retain it's value better than others . 2nd watch would be Blancpain but Omega has been standing more "brand awareness" than Blancpain Blancpain also organizes Endurance Racing Series , but hey that was a different model lol __________________

27 August 2014, 05:45 PM	#45
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28 August 2014, 07:36 AM	#47
RLROCK "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: New Jersey Watch: Depends on my mood Posts: 515	I have the Speedy Pro and love it. I am contemplating trading in my SS DJII black stick dial for the green sub or the PO liquidmetal blue. The FF never really came up on my radar as desirable. But beauty is in the eye of the credit card holder! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116333, 116610LV, 116710LN, 126300, 126710BLNR, Omega Seamaster 300 Master Co-axial, Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph, Breitling Superocean 42, PAM 392, PAM 973 Submersible

28 August 2014, 11:39 AM	#49
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27 August 2014, 05:16 AM	#33
Wesley Crusher "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Wes Location: Holosuite Posts: 6,345	Sub and Speedy, no question. The 114060 and Speedy 9300 would be an amazing combo.

27 August 2014, 06:30 AM	#37
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	SubC (black or green) hold value much better if you are the kind who sells watches. Only you know that. And I have heard that Blancpains require more frequent service than Subs, which can go a decade before requiring service (but more likely 5-7 years). I prefer a date Sub since the Daytona is a no date watch.

27 August 2014, 06:33 AM	#38
h999r Banned Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: HR Location: Planet Earth Watch: -ing Barts. Posts: 4,244	Sub plus sea master , or if you like blancpain , get the reg fifty fathoms more desirable.

27 August 2014, 06:34 AM	#39
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Just the Sub. Or wait a bit longer and get a WG Smurf Sub. Cheers.

27 August 2014, 02:52 PM	#40
arguetaoscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 2,335	Sub and Speedy, for sure! 2 great timeless classics! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

27 August 2014, 03:34 PM	#42
redsubby "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Henry Location: TW/SoCal Posts: 1,632	Sub for sure. I can do with or without the speedy.

27 August 2014, 03:53 PM	#43
mikkemus23 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Eirik Location: Norway Watch: Rolex/Omega/PAM Posts: 1,160	The Sub and the Speedmaster I had that cal 9300 and I miss it dearly.

27 August 2014, 04:04 PM	#44
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	Sub and Speedy combo gets my vote. I prefer the non chrono version of that particular Blancpain model.

28 August 2014, 11:25 AM	#48
mschafer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: New York Posts: 976	I'd stick with the SubC ND and a Speed Pro. For the fun of it I would look a vintage one. As much as I like the 50F, and here I prefer the simple dial, tribute or aqua lung, I feel the other two have more bang for the buck and probably retain their value, besides being icons...

28 August 2014, 11:48 AM	#50
indigo993 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: CA Posts: 123	sub and speedy for sure

28 August 2014, 12:19 PM	#52
mr.elite "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: California Posts: 66	Love the FFF

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