Sub versus GMT II

[Lew Archer]

Flip a coin. Just once. You can't lose...both are great, classic (indeed, iconic) watches.

Whichever you buy, five will get you ten you'll want to buy the other, in time.

I had the same dilemma in 2002. Went with the GMT, as I had an Omega Seamaster Professional, but did not have a watch with a GMT complication. In 2009 I bought the Sub Date. I'm happy (and lucky) to own both.

That said, when you visit the AD to try them on, just go with your gut instinct. The one you flat out like just a hair more than the other. Logic and reason are helpful only in the event of a true tie.

Enjoy the purchase...

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[rob]

Tough question!!! So tough I ended up buying a 1675, 116710LN and a Sub LV. I didn't care for the larger Maxi Case. The 1675 and Sub LV get the most time outside the winders. My 116710 LV stays in the winder the most. Even with scorching temps in Kyoto this summer I didn't need to adjust the bracelet at all. I only dive in Maui so there is no need for a wetsuit extention for me. All in all if I had to do it over again, I'd only buy the old sub or 16710 or older (pre maxi case). I do however like the maxi dial on the Sub LV and the 116710LN. I do not like the PCL's at all!!!! After I send it into RSC I will brush the links out!!! Hope this helps!!!

[topgear]

I went through the same thought process and finally bought the GMT II in 2011. Main reasons were: I work overseas, a few time zones away from my family and friends; I travel for work; I do not dive. Very happy with the purchase.

[Mr. Sam Patek]

[QUOTE=Tools;4645368]I always have trouble with these sort of questions.. It does not appear that you have any plans to use either watch as it was intended or you would not have this sort of question.. they are completely different as to function as you have pointed out..

You should always get the watch that you want to put on each morning and fits your lifestyle - or the lifestyle that you want to identify with.


I have been to 85 countries and have logged about 300 dives so I do not feel I would be a "poser" for either of these watches. (Sorry, but my ego kicked in).

[Mr. Sam Patek]

[QUOTE=Mr. Sam Patek;4647129]

Originally Posted by Tools

I always have trouble with these sort of questions.. It does not appear that you have any plans to use either watch as it was intended or you would not have this sort of question.. they are completely different as to function as you have pointed out..

You should always get the watch that you want to put on each morning and fits your lifestyle - or the lifestyle that you want to identify with.

I have been to 85 countries and have logged about 300 dives so I do not feel I would be a "poser" for either of these watches. (Sorry, but my ego kicked in).

[Aventura]

This is my personal opinion. Buy the one you like. With respect to the old version are both cute. On the contrary if we look the ceramic ones the Submariner is beautiful like the old version but the big numbers carrying the GMT bezel look horrible and not elegant. Again .. it is my personal opinion.

[improviz]

[QUOTE=Mr. Sam Patek;4647132]

Originally Posted by Mr. Sam Patek

I have been to 85 countries and have logged about 300 dives so I do not feel I would be a "poser" for either of these watches. (Sorry, but my ego kicked in).

Nobody said you were a poseur. In your first post you explicitly stated that you did not intend to dive with either of the watches.

[sgmgolf]

Originally Posted by Mr. Sam Patek

Wow, this forum really rocks. Appreciate the input, I need to check on the polished links as I really want to be as non-blingy as possible.

I think you just made your decision with "non-blingy" as possible.

Go with Sub C........but try both on just to confirm and see the difference.

Good luck....you are in a win, win situation with both choices!

[samsam]

I like the GMTII better for many reasons:
1- The GMTI function (duh!)
2- The PCL
3- The bezel is more fun with military time
4- Not as common as the sub
5- Looks good on a leather strap