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Goin2drt · 31 December 2020, 10:40 PM

Personal opinion. Rolex knows it has a very diverse group of fans. That is why you see so many very strong opinions every time a thread like this comes up about whatever watch you want.

mykii · 31 December 2020, 10:45 PM

I am a fan of both but the Hulk wins every time for me. I would still love a Kermit though. Only because I love green.

The difference for me is the Hulk is a unique reference, the kermit is now not. The magic of the hulk is the dial. Its spectacular. I also like the Maxi case. The Kermit's trick of a different color (unchanged from the Hulk, mind you) bezel on a black sub is a bit of a wash IMO.

Either way, can't go wrong with either frankly. But the Hulk will always be the special one to me.

IR201 · 31 December 2020, 11:06 PM

Anyone know if the the ceramic kermit appears smaller on wrist than the all black versions because the bezel breaks up the colors?

Benzsiam · 31 December 2020, 11:20 PM

I love both of them so much and luckily I got both of them.

supernova · 31 December 2020, 11:25 PM

Never liked the Hulk, even when it was readily available, too much green for my liking.

Was always a fan of the original Kermit and would love to be able to pick up new one in future, hopefully from my AD so will be a while..

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lemaitre · 31 December 2020, 11:37 PM

Lugs are basically the same really, new bracelet and clasp not cool in my opinion. They should’ve kept it at 40mm

Zippo · 31 December 2020, 11:53 PM

I owned the Hulk for 9 years and wore it pretty much every day. I loved it! With that said I have owned the new Kermit for a month and a half and man is it an awesome watch. Definitely more versatile than the Hulk. Sometimes I do miss the green dial but the new lug shape makes the watch so much more refined on the wrist. Also, the contrast between the black and green it fantastic!

mykii · 31 December 2020, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zippo

I owned the Hulk for 9 years and wore it pretty much every day. I loved it! With that said I have owned the new Kermit for a month and a half and man is it an awesome watch. Definitely more versatile than the Hulk. Sometimes I do miss the green dial but the new lug shape makes the watch so much more refined on the wrist. Also, the contrast between the black and green it fantastic!

Question, if you could own both, would you? I feel like I could never let the Hulk go, so it will either be add or live in peace with my Hulk (which I am more than willing to do!).

Scholar · 1 January 2021, 12:23 AM

The Hulk in a funny way was the only good 6-digit Sub, because though it still had the ugly lugs, it leaned into them and its sort of over-the-top design. It wasn't for me, but I could appreciate it.

The green dial was nice, but any cost was worth losing the chubby lugs.

Zippo · 1 January 2021, 12:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mykii

Question, if you could own both, would you? I feel like I could never let the Hulk go, so it will either be add or live in peace with my Hulk (which I am more than willing to do!).

Just being honest I bought my Hulk in 2011 with a 25% discount off msrp. I sold it and picked up the Kermit at msrp with the profits.

I couldn’t justify keeping both when essentially selling the Hulk bought me a free Kermit which in my opinion is the nicer watch.

trout_thumper21 · 1 January 2021, 12:39 AM

I think the sunburst dial on the Hulk is what makes it....it’s a Chameleon....looks black in low light and is an amazing green in sunlight. Also the only green sunburst dial on a sub thus far and perhaps ever which is cool. Just my 2 cents

trout_thumper21 · 1 January 2021, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mykii

I am a fan of both but the Hulk wins every time for me. I would still love a Kermit though. Only because I love green.

The difference for me is the Hulk is a unique reference, the kermit is now not. The magic of the hulk is the dial. Its spectacular. I also like the Maxi case. The Kermit's trick of a different color (unchanged from the Hulk, mind you) bezel on a black sub is a bit of a wash IMO.

Either way, can't go wrong with either frankly. But the Hulk will always be the special one to me.

This

nr1416 · 1 January 2021, 12:49 AM

Funny the Hulk only got popular when it was available and hard to get. The Hulk falls under the Instagram Hype category when it comes to a lot of non watch guys wanting the watch.

For me the New Kermit ticks all the boxes. Classic 50th Anniversary style, solid bracelet, ceramic bezel and new movement.

Etschell · 1 January 2021, 12:55 AM

new movement and thinner lugs. that is the only argument imo that can be made.

imsayingthough · 1 January 2021, 01:56 AM

Im a fan of both, if i had to chose only 1 it would be the hulk.

7sins · 1 January 2021, 01:58 AM

Much prefer the sunburst dial on the hulk, truly incredible in the sun. I think it can be a bit bright for most people's tastes

franktehtank · 1 January 2021, 01:58 AM

I guess people can't make a decision for themselves. You like one more than the other, go with that one if you've got the choice.

MTdweller · 1 January 2021, 02:02 AM

The new Kermit is probably best suited for those that liked the look of the 5-digit Kermit but prefer the new dimensions/upgrades of the current Sub. Personally, I thought the green sunburst dial was the best feature of the Hulk.

IR201 · 1 January 2021, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by franktehtank

I guess people can't make a decision for themselves. You like one more than the other, go with that one if you've got the choice.

Love these comments! Hope you've never asked anyone an opinion on anything in your life.

salnuaimi · 1 January 2021, 02:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maxy

There is practically zero difference from few feet between Hulk and Kermit. All that's visible is green bezel. Half the time, the green dial of Hulk appears black unless it's bright sunny day and you are outdoors. Even case size is pretty much similar for other users. So saying Hulk is flashy whereas Kermit is understated is not true. Both are 95% similar in many occasions and it would be hard to call if it's Hulk or Kermit instantly.

i was mistaken for wearing the new watch while wearing the hulk at least 5 times in the last few months .

jakemiller69 · 1 January 2021, 04:15 AM

The green sunburst is special.

I’d say those who have the new Cermit, wanted the hulk very badly 🖖

jcatral14 · 1 January 2021, 04:17 AM

Hulk is a nice watch, just too green for me. I like the contrast of black dial and green bezel

Happy New Year!

dwjez14 · 1 January 2021, 10:37 AM

I have owned the hulk 2 times. I had a love hate relationship. When the light hit the sunburst wow. But most the time I found the watch to plain and cartoonish for my taste. I might go to the Kermit soon.

Zippo · 1 January 2021, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jakemiller69

The green sunburst is special.

I’d say those who have the new Cermit, wanted the hulk very badly 🖖

You would be incorrect in saying this.

tbk · 1 January 2021, 11:23 AM

I had the Hulk for years but barely wore it. It looks good in small doses, but I never picked it to wear. I now have the Cermit and love it, much more than I did the Hulk. I think the Hulk is just too much of a good thing, just like the old Smurf. Much prefer the new version of that as well.

Tensai · 1 January 2021, 11:52 AM

At the end of the day, you need to ask yourself do you want to wear a green watch, or a really green watch.

I personally don’t want any green on my watch.

But other people like it?!

Onikage · 1 January 2021, 02:18 PM

The two types of green were a bit too much and the lugs were a bit fat. Apparently.

Turnaround · 1 January 2021, 02:22 PM

We will NEVER see another green faced sub.

Turnaround · 1 January 2021, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turnaround

We will NEVER see another green faced sub.

Ok, well maybe in another 50 or 100 years.

joli160 · 1 January 2021, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Etschell

new movement and thinner lugs. that is the only argument imo that can be made.

Both cannot be seen when strapped on the wrist.
Must be the dial color, black with green bezel looks better than two different shades of green

31 December 2020, 10:45 PM	#32
mykii "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: East Watch: AP+FPJ+ PP+Rolex Posts: 1,776	I am a fan of both but the Hulk wins every time for me. I would still love a Kermit though. Only because I love green. The difference for me is the Hulk is a unique reference, the kermit is now not. The magic of the hulk is the dial. Its spectacular. I also like the Maxi case. The Kermit's trick of a different color (unchanged from the Hulk, mind you) bezel on a black sub is a bit of a wash IMO. Either way, can't go wrong with either frankly. But the Hulk will always be the special one to me. __________________

31 December 2020, 11:20 PM	#34
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,000	I love both of them so much and luckily I got both of them. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

1 January 2021, 12:55 AM	#44
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	new movement and thinner lugs. that is the only argument imo that can be made. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

1 January 2021, 01:58 AM	#46
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,610	Much prefer the sunburst dial on the hulk, truly incredible in the sun. I think it can be a bit bright for most people's tastes __________________ Richard Mille RG RM030 \|\| Richard Mille RM72ti \|\| AP 26240 50TH Green Royal Oak Chrono \|\| AP Royal Oak Off Shore Gulf Blue 26238 \|\| AP Royal Oak Blue JUMBO SS 15202ST \|\| AP ROO Diver Green 15720ST \|\| ♕ Rolex Platinum Daytona Diamond 116506 \|\| Cartier Santos

1 January 2021, 04:17 AM	#52
jcatral14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Jay Location: NJ Watch: aholic Posts: 725	Hulk is a nice watch, just too green for me. I like the contrast of black dial and green bezel Happy New Year! __________________ -Jay

31 December 2020, 10:40 PM	#31
Goin2drt Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,307	Personal opinion. Rolex knows it has a very diverse group of fans. That is why you see so many very strong opinions every time a thread like this comes up about whatever watch you want.

31 December 2020, 11:06 PM	#33
IR201 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: New York Posts: 2,100	Anyone know if the the ceramic kermit appears smaller on wrist than the all black versions because the bezel breaks up the colors?

31 December 2020, 11:25 PM	#35
supernova "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Europe/Asia Watch: AP/Rolex Posts: 1,345	Never liked the Hulk, even when it was readily available, too much green for my liking. Was always a fan of the original Kermit and would love to be able to pick up new one in future, hopefully from my AD so will be a while.. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

31 December 2020, 11:37 PM	#36
lemaitre "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cartagena Watch: Rolex 116610LN Posts: 77	Lugs are basically the same really, new bracelet and clasp not cool in my opinion. They should’ve kept it at 40mm

31 December 2020, 11:53 PM	#37
Zippo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 221	I owned the Hulk for 9 years and wore it pretty much every day. I loved it! With that said I have owned the new Kermit for a month and a half and man is it an awesome watch. Definitely more versatile than the Hulk. Sometimes I do miss the green dial but the new lug shape makes the watch so much more refined on the wrist. Also, the contrast between the black and green it fantastic!

1 January 2021, 12:23 AM	#39
Scholar "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Washington DC Posts: 877	The Hulk in a funny way was the only good 6-digit Sub, because though it still had the ugly lugs, it leaned into them and its sort of over-the-top design. It wasn't for me, but I could appreciate it. The green dial was nice, but any cost was worth losing the chubby lugs.

1 January 2021, 12:39 AM	#41
trout_thumper21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Under a Rock Posts: 297	I think the sunburst dial on the Hulk is what makes it....it’s a Chameleon....looks black in low light and is an amazing green in sunlight. Also the only green sunburst dial on a sub thus far and perhaps ever which is cool. Just my 2 cents

1 January 2021, 12:49 AM	#43
nr1416 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: NA Posts: 774	Funny the Hulk only got popular when it was available and hard to get. The Hulk falls under the Instagram Hype category when it comes to a lot of non watch guys wanting the watch. For me the New Kermit ticks all the boxes. Classic 50th Anniversary style, solid bracelet, ceramic bezel and new movement.

1 January 2021, 01:56 AM	#45
imsayingthough "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: New York Posts: 761	Im a fan of both, if i had to chose only 1 it would be the hulk.

1 January 2021, 01:58 AM	#47
franktehtank "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Canada Watch: Sub, GMT Posts: 712	I guess people can't make a decision for themselves. You like one more than the other, go with that one if you've got the choice.

1 January 2021, 02:02 AM	#48
MTdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ty Location: West Coast Watch: the time fly! Posts: 1,493	The new Kermit is probably best suited for those that liked the look of the 5-digit Kermit but prefer the new dimensions/upgrades of the current Sub. Personally, I thought the green sunburst dial was the best feature of the Hulk.

1 January 2021, 04:15 AM	#51
jakemiller69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Real Name: Michael Location: Breezylanta Posts: 369	The green sunburst is special. I’d say those who have the new Cermit, wanted the hulk very badly 🖖

1 January 2021, 10:37 AM	#53
dwjez14 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Danny Location: Mansfield , Texas Watch: All of them Posts: 2,381	I have owned the hulk 2 times. I had a love hate relationship. When the light hit the sunburst wow. But most the time I found the watch to plain and cartoonish for my taste. I might go to the Kermit soon.

1 January 2021, 11:23 AM	#55
tbk "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 284	I had the Hulk for years but barely wore it. It looks good in small doses, but I never picked it to wear. I now have the Cermit and love it, much more than I did the Hulk. I think the Hulk is just too much of a good thing, just like the old Smurf. Much prefer the new version of that as well.

1 January 2021, 11:52 AM	#56
Tensai "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: tyo nyc fla ack Watch: all the good ones Posts: 1,008	At the end of the day, you need to ask yourself do you want to wear a green watch, or a really green watch. I personally don’t want any green on my watch. But other people like it?!

1 January 2021, 02:18 PM	#57
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	The two types of green were a bit too much and the lugs were a bit fat. Apparently. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

1 January 2021, 02:22 PM	#58
Turnaround "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Atlanta Posts: 186	We will NEVER see another green faced sub.

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