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5 April 2017, 07:59 PM
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Real Name: Jonathan
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Next Rolex...
Hi Guys
Well I'm back in the saddle after a absence whereby I sold all of my Rolex's (Sea-Dweller, GMT Pepsi, Yacht-Master, 16610LV, & GMT 116710) Just over a month ago I purchased the Sub Date Ceramic 116610LN & I am loving it. The best all round watch IMHO that works well for everything. I am also on a waiting list with my AD for the ceramic Daytona, but in the meantime I am looking at another Rolex & am torn between the new Explorer or the GMT Batman 116710BLNR. Could I have some honest opinions from people please taking into consideration what I currently own, etc. The Daytona is my ultimate goal, but I can't fully decided between the Explorer or the GMT Batman. Thanks all 
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5 April 2017, 08:35 PM
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I see Brexit was very good to you
 The BLNR would be my choice
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5 April 2017, 08:44 PM
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I'd go BLNR. Nice to have a little color on the collection.
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5 April 2017, 08:46 PM
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I would go with the BLNR. Some will say it is close to the Sub in appearance but I don't think so. If you were talking the Polar Explorer II that would be my choice. Completely different from the Sub and the white dial and orange hand are great.
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5 April 2017, 08:48 PM
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Blnr
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5 April 2017, 08:52 PM
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Real Name: Alex K
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Blnr. I'm still trying to get used to the pcls though....
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5 April 2017, 08:56 PM
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Another vote for the BLNR, splash of color , functionality make it the perfect daily wearer.
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5 April 2017, 09:53 PM
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Real Name: Jonathan
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Not looking at the Explorer II |
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5 April 2017, 10:02 PM
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Go with BLNR. Receiving mine today from SoHAIS. Will make a great duo with my 114060 I bought on 2/2017.
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5 April 2017, 10:34 PM
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I had the BLNR and Sub no-date. Realized it was too similar so I swapped the no-date for the Hulk. Now that's a pretty good combo Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro |
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5 April 2017, 10:51 PM
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Blnr :)
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5 April 2017, 11:11 PM
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BLNR def is popular on the forum and is a great watch.... but would try both on a few times and see what suits your needs/desires. Between the two, I am likely going w the 2016 explorer in a few months
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5 April 2017, 11:14 PM
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I gave up the 116710LN too many times. I haven't given up the BLNR. I find it has got a lot more character. Good luck deciding. My vote goes to the gorgeous BLNR.
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5 April 2017, 11:17 PM
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+1 for the GMT Batman
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5 April 2017, 11:19 PM
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Sd43 :)
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5 April 2017, 11:39 PM
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Blnr
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6 April 2017, 12:29 AM
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BLNR gets my vote.
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6 April 2017, 12:32 AM
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6 April 2017, 12:43 AM
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Another blnr for me ...
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6 April 2017, 12:44 AM
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Blnr
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6 April 2017, 01:12 AM
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BLNR is a total beauty! and it's a very diverse addition to any collection.
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6 April 2017, 01:59 AM
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Real Name: Jonathan
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Can I see some more pictures please
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6 April 2017, 02:22 AM
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Batman!
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6 April 2017, 03:38 AM
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Batman
Why the purge and reversal |
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6 April 2017, 04:18 AM
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I think you want the Exp as you sold the GMTc already and the Sub is more similar.
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6 April 2017, 04:21 AM
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6 April 2017, 04:22 AM
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6 April 2017, 04:25 AM
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6 April 2017, 06:05 AM
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The BLNR. Just got it today.
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6 April 2017, 06:11 AM
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Another vote for BLNR, it will keep your mind off the Daytona until its arrival. Have you been given any indication where you are on the list?
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