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darth_barf · 7 September 2008, 09:09 AM

Hi forum,

new to the higher-end watch thing, and I have a question or two.

After quite some browsing and pondering, I had decided on either the Sub or the SD, wasn't sure yet. So I went to a local jeweller's, tried on both, and their cases were all I had expected, magnificent, most beautiful watches I've ever seen.

Thing is though, I was somewhat dissapointed with regards to the wristband, specifically the width. Measuring my current watches, I apparently have nothing less than 20mm, which I seem to have come accustomed to.

What exactly is the standard width of the Sub's band? And does Rolex have any comparible models with a wider band?

I'm not quite sure whether I'll just have to get used to the idea, or whether I should look for something else... and I had just finally decided to get one, really didn't see this one coming..

Any input appreciated.

Thanks, Paul.

Rolexitis · 7 September 2008, 09:13 AM

I honestly think it will grow on you and you'll get used to it

darth_barf · 7 September 2008, 09:27 AM

Hmm.. maybe you are right.

Do you know the width of the bracelet? Something like 17 mm, is it?

Thanks, Paul.

B. Doggy · 7 September 2008, 10:15 AM

Think classic and timeless. That's what you're paying for.

Tools · 7 September 2008, 10:17 AM

Both the Sub and the SD have 20mm bracelets at the case. They taper down to ~16mm at the clasp.

SSD · 7 September 2008, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Think classic and timeless. That's what you're paying for.

Yes! And one of the strongest on the market, with a clasp equally secure fliplock, too. That bracelet has proven reliable for decades

Get the one you like best, it won't disappoint!

Z-Sub · 7 September 2008, 04:36 PM

Both are great and just a matter of you liking the cyclop or not and the thickness of SD.

Trurolexer · 7 September 2008, 05:23 PM

Whatever you choose, BOTH is WINNER!!!

WELCOME TO TRF, BTW.

P.S : I forget something to say to you...

SUB RULES!!!

JJ Irani · 7 September 2008, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by darth_barf

Hmm.. maybe you are right.

Do you know the width of the bracelet? Something like 17 mm, is it?

Thanks, Paul.

The width of the bracelet at the lug end is 20 mm; but the clasp width is 17 mm.

You can't possibly go wrong with the Sub - still the world's best sports watch, most recognised and most sought after!!

Get one - I promise you that you'll have no regrets at all!!

swatty · 7 September 2008, 06:32 PM

I think JJ has said it all , Sub is great

You can also try a GMT II c

marshallr47 · 7 September 2008, 06:41 PM

The Sub is the most iconic of all Rolex sports models. Good luck on your decision and welcome to TRF.

darth_barf · 7 September 2008, 07:39 PM

Thanks for all the input guys..

I'll have to think about it some more, I guess...

I agree with all statements about the classic beauty and so on, and indeed, maybe I'll just have to get used to the narrow band, as I don't think Rolex is bound to produce wider bands in the near future.

Thanks again,

Paul.

7 September 2008, 09:09 AM	#1
darth_barf "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Netherlands Posts: 3	Sub question from newbie. Hi forum, new to the higher-end watch thing, and I have a question or two. After quite some browsing and pondering, I had decided on either the Sub or the SD, wasn't sure yet. So I went to a local jeweller's, tried on both, and their cases were all I had expected, magnificent, most beautiful watches I've ever seen. Thing is though, I was somewhat dissapointed with regards to the wristband, specifically the width. Measuring my current watches, I apparently have nothing less than 20mm, which I seem to have come accustomed to. What exactly is the standard width of the Sub's band? And does Rolex have any comparible models with a wider band? I'm not quite sure whether I'll just have to get used to the idea, or whether I should look for something else... and I had just finally decided to get one, really didn't see this one coming.. Any input appreciated. Thanks, Paul.

7 September 2008, 09:13 AM	#2
Rolexitis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Earth Watch: 114060 Posts: 3,203	I honestly think it will grow on you and you'll get used to it __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

7 September 2008, 10:17 AM	#5
Tools TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,695	Both the Sub and the SD have 20mm bracelets at the case. They taper down to ~16mm at the clasp. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

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Z-Sub 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	Both are great and just a matter of you liking the cyclop or not and the thickness of SD. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

7 September 2008, 06:41 PM	#11
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	The Sub is the most iconic of all Rolex sports models. Good luck on your decision and welcome to TRF. __________________ Ron

7 September 2008, 09:27 AM	#3
darth_barf "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Netherlands Posts: 3	Hmm.. maybe you are right. Do you know the width of the bracelet? Something like 17 mm, is it? Thanks, Paul.

7 September 2008, 10:15 AM	#4
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Think classic and timeless. That's what you're paying for.

7 September 2008, 05:23 PM	#8
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Whatever you choose, BOTH is WINNER!!! WELCOME TO TRF, BTW. P.S : I forget something to say to you... SUB RULES!!!

7 September 2008, 06:32 PM	#10
swatty 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,416	I think JJ has said it all , Sub is great You can also try a GMT II c

7 September 2008, 07:39 PM	#12
darth_barf "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Netherlands Posts: 3	Thanks for all the input guys.. I'll have to think about it some more, I guess... I agree with all statements about the classic beauty and so on, and indeed, maybe I'll just have to get used to the narrow band, as I don't think Rolex is bound to produce wider bands in the near future. Thanks again, Paul.

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