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Bigdaddy38 · 21 June 2023, 10:49 AM

I traded my WG Sub for my first Lange 1815 Flyback chronograph, and while I do not regret it, I miss that watch a ton. Loved the heft and the stealthy looks. My logic was it will be easier to get back grey at MSRP so a temporary parting! Go with the WG Sub!

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usmc_k9_vet · 21 June 2023, 10:54 AM

Based on what you said in your original post, it sounds like you made the right choice going with the white gold Sub. Such a great watch. I’ve got it’s stainless steel counterpart (green bezel) so would probably not get the white gold just because I wouldn’t want two Subs, but man I know I would enjoy it! The heft on the wrist has got to feel great and the blue bezel looks excellent.

Congrats on your choice as well as the sale of your company!

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Sub/GMT · 29 June 2023, 09:34 AM

You want a Bluesy for the Blue dial I think? So, if you go for the new Whitegold Sub 126619LB, you will not have a blue dial. Go for the 116619LB Smurf. Its gorgeous.

Hems · 29 June 2023, 10:42 AM

Definitely WG sub will do the job.

Gasguzlr · 2 July 2023, 12:37 AM

I vote bluesy. I coveted the wg sub for a couple of years, finally bought one and loved it for a bit. The weight, the colour, was awesome, and I love a blue dial. But a after awhile it just became less special somehow… it didn’t look different enough next to my ss rolex collection. I wore it less and eventually sold it. Now I have a bluesy, and absolutely love it. The sunburst dial is stunning in all conditions and i wear it way more than I wore the wg. However… a warning… now I’m starting to wish I would’ve have bought the solid gold sub and I have a feeling eventually this will find its way into my collection and I’m not sure if the bluesy will remain in that case.

You may want to give the yg sub another hard look if you are considering the bluesy. Just a suggestion. However, I do admit the bluesy is a stunning watch that can be worn anywhere, anytime whereas the yg is obviously a lot more flashy.

Cheers and enjoy the hunt!

kane818 · 2 July 2023, 12:41 AM

Personally I prefer the aesthetics of the two tone + blue dial, but it will certainly stand out more than the white gold... so if that's a concern for you, I think you have your answer!

aayates · 2 July 2023, 04:46 AM

Bluesy all the way. I never liked the smurf flat dial, nor the new black dial/blue bezel wg sub. However, it might be because I cannot afford either - Bluesy was obtainable in 6 weeks for me earlier this year. I am biased obviously.

ohsixx · 2 July 2023, 07:34 AM

The Blue watch was my first Rolex. There was a billboard on the way to work with a big picture of the blue Rolex. It made a $7000 impression on me. I still have it, but have not worn it for years. Too gaudy. Go with the WG.

ade · 2 July 2023, 09:25 AM

Find an original WG Smurf 116619LB, not the current WG Sub.

HL65 · 2 July 2023, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ade

Find an original WG Smurf 116619LB, not the current WG Sub.

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Kenny G · 2 July 2023, 09:44 AM

Based on your comments, I’d say go WG. If you find the full YG bluesy a little much, you likely won’t find the TT much less polarizing. In fact, it can be even more noticeable in certain lighting with the 2 different metals both casting their shiny tones.

Doood · 2 July 2023, 09:50 AM

Smurf would be my sub choice, but not sure I would mark a special occasion buying used or grey. So, I would probably go WG GMT with blue dial.

mike.persico · 2 July 2023, 02:07 PM

YG Blusey. I've handled it in the metal and its a swanky, yet everyday piece. Best of all worlds

Philadelphialawyer1 · 2 July 2023, 11:21 PM

WG any day of the week and twice on Sunday.

1995akcoop · 3 July 2023, 01:46 AM

I would go with the Bluesy, it just looks better with the blue dial. And lets be real, the WG isn’t stealth at all. The blue bezel and polished center links pop just as much as the Bluesy

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robinmgb · 3 July 2023, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Harry-57

The WG Sub Date is special and in the metal it could not be mistaken for SS. I like the 11 series version with the blue dial. I had the opportunity to buy one at MSRP but I cannot justify that kind of spend in a watch. It was hard to resist though.

Sorry but I have to disagree, I have owned many WG watches and never come across one that didn’t appear to be stainless steel and other than me knowing it was gold that was the only difference.
I have read so many posts over the years about the big difference in warmth and feel of WG over stainless steel but it’s all in the mind imo.
I would definitely go for a bluesy, gold is just gold when it’s yellow

jed11 · 4 July 2023, 06:38 AM

My vote.

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GW44 · 4 July 2023, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jed11

My vote.

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Fabulous photo there

HogwldFLTR · 4 July 2023, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Gasguzlr

I vote bluesy. I coveted the wg sub for a couple of years, finally bought one and loved it for a bit. The weight, the colour, was awesome, and I love a blue dial. But a after awhile it just became less special somehow… it didn’t look different enough next to my ss rolex collection. I wore it less and eventually sold it. Now I have a bluesy, and absolutely love it. The sunburst dial is stunning in all conditions and i wear it way more than I wore the wg. However… a warning… now I’m starting to wish I would’ve have bought the solid gold sub and I have a feeling eventually this will find its way into my collection and I’m not sure if the bluesy will remain in that case.

You may want to give the yg sub another hard look if you are considering the bluesy. Just a suggestion. However, I do admit the bluesy is a stunning watch that can be worn anywhere, anytime whereas the yg is obviously a lot more flashy.

Cheers and enjoy the hunt!

Scary thoughts!!! I'm beginning to fancy an all gold Sub as well.

jed11 · 4 July 2023, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by GW44

Fabulous photo there

No photo skills needed for this watch.
This next pic taken a few mins later…indoors of course. Dial almost looks black under certain conditions and angles! Very much in the honeymoon phase with this one!

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spuds · 4 July 2023, 07:08 AM

I have all three (YG, WG & TT) and of the three the WG os BY FAR the most ‘stealth’.

“If you know, you know…”

GW44 · 4 July 2023, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jed11

No photo skills needed for this watch.
This next pic taken a few mins later…indoors of course. Dial almost looks black under certain conditions and angles! Very much in the honeymoon phase with this one!

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Thanks for that.

I’m a Rose gold guy but your Yellow Gold Sub looks just incredible

thenewrick · 4 July 2023, 11:14 AM

Not a big fan of the blue and black of the new WG sub. Prefer older smurf, or bluesy.

derek001 · 4 July 2023, 01:53 PM

Hard to choose but the WG would have a lot of votes.

teager · 4 July 2023, 03:49 PM

This is nuts !

Trying to decide between Bluesy and WG sub - love both but decided on the WG and my AD said should get one in a year.

I’ve read and appreciated all the replies but the YG sub (never in the mix to start with) has been mentioned a few times now, dam………..

Sub/GMT · 5 July 2023, 08:28 AM

I have them both. And both are very different in lots of things. Color, weight, price etc.

For a good judgment you must see the watches yourself 😎

Sub/GMT · 5 July 2023, 08:38 AM

Sorry for the bad pictures. I haven't been here for years 😂

Ale93am · 5 July 2023, 08:49 AM

Wg sub

Sub/GMT · 5 July 2023, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Ale93am

Wg sub

The Smurf is the nicest Whitegold Sub. Better looking than the 126619LB with black dial.

GMTMasterDallas · 5 July 2023, 11:56 AM

If it's the current generation, the two tone. If it's the previous generation, absolutely the white gold 116619LB.

21 June 2023, 10:49 AM	#61
Bigdaddy38 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Justin Location: Miami, Fl Watch: Daytona 116515B Posts: 727	I traded my WG Sub for my first Lange 1815 Flyback chronograph, and while I do not regret it, I miss that watch a ton. Loved the heft and the stealthy looks. My logic was it will be easier to get back grey at MSRP so a temporary parting! Go with the WG Sub! Sent from my SM-F936U using Tapatalk __________________ ALS 1815 Flyback Chrono Rosegold, Daytona 116515B RG/Chocolate, SkyD Blue Dial Jubilee 326934, Sub 122610LV, Explorer II 216570 Polar, Blue Yacht Master 40 126622, Tudor BB Pro, BB925 Silver, Breitling W. Navi A24322 White, Speedy 3861, Tissot PRX 80

29 June 2023, 09:34 AM	#63
Sub/GMT "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Europe Watch: The White Gold Sub Posts: 518	You want a Bluesy for the Blue dial I think? So, if you go for the new Whitegold Sub 126619LB, you will not have a blue dial. Go for the 116619LB Smurf. Its gorgeous. __________________ Platinum DD 228206 Diamond Baguette Ice Blue Dial - Skydweller 326934 Black Dial Jubilee - Rosé Gold Yacht-Master 126655 Oysterflex - Smurf 116619LB - Sub 126613LB - Sub 124060LN - GMT-Master II 116710LN - DJ 126334 Blue......

2 July 2023, 07:34 AM	#68
ohsixx "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: Mark Location: Florida Watch: Make a guess! Posts: 1,515	The Blue watch was my first Rolex. There was a billboard on the way to work with a big picture of the blue Rolex. It made a $7000 impression on me. I still have it, but have not worn it for years. Too gaudy. Go with the WG. __________________ 16613 Submariner 116523 Daytona Panerai 104 "Speedy Pro"

4 July 2023, 07:08 AM	#81
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	I have all three (YG, WG & TT) and of the three the WG os BY FAR the most ‘stealth’. “If you know, you know…” __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

5 July 2023, 11:56 AM	#90
GMTMasterDallas "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Dallas Posts: 166	If it's the current generation, the two tone. If it's the previous generation, absolutely the white gold 116619LB. __________________ Rolex: GMT-Master II 116710BLNR, Yacht-Master II 116680, Submariner 116610LV, Daytona 116500LN, Oyster Perpetual 124300, Daytona 116500LN, Yacht-Master 126655 Pave Dial, & Submariner 126618LB Arnold & Son HM Perpetual Moon Aventurine, Bulgari Octo Ultranero America's Edition, Zodiac Super Sea Wolf ZO9291, Louis Erard x Konstantin Chaykin Dusk to Dawn 42mm

21 June 2023, 10:54 AM	#62
usmc_k9_vet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Issaquah Posts: 1,809	Based on what you said in your original post, it sounds like you made the right choice going with the white gold Sub. Such a great watch. I’ve got it’s stainless steel counterpart (green bezel) so would probably not get the white gold just because I wouldn’t want two Subs, but man I know I would enjoy it! The heft on the wrist has got to feel great and the blue bezel looks excellent. Congrats on your choice as well as the sale of your company! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 June 2023, 10:42 AM	#64
Hems "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: The States Watch: Rolex 126710 Posts: 113	Definitely WG sub will do the job.

2 July 2023, 12:37 AM	#65
Gasguzlr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 140	I vote bluesy. I coveted the wg sub for a couple of years, finally bought one and loved it for a bit. The weight, the colour, was awesome, and I love a blue dial. But a after awhile it just became less special somehow… it didn’t look different enough next to my ss rolex collection. I wore it less and eventually sold it. Now I have a bluesy, and absolutely love it. The sunburst dial is stunning in all conditions and i wear it way more than I wore the wg. However… a warning… now I’m starting to wish I would’ve have bought the solid gold sub and I have a feeling eventually this will find its way into my collection and I’m not sure if the bluesy will remain in that case. You may want to give the yg sub another hard look if you are considering the bluesy. Just a suggestion. However, I do admit the bluesy is a stunning watch that can be worn anywhere, anytime whereas the yg is obviously a lot more flashy. Cheers and enjoy the hunt!

2 July 2023, 12:41 AM	#66
kane818 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2022 Location: Miami Posts: 50	Personally I prefer the aesthetics of the two tone + blue dial, but it will certainly stand out more than the white gold... so if that's a concern for you, I think you have your answer!

2 July 2023, 04:46 AM	#67
aayates "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: atlanta, GA, USA Posts: 913	Bluesy all the way. I never liked the smurf flat dial, nor the new black dial/blue bezel wg sub. However, it might be because I cannot afford either - Bluesy was obtainable in 6 weeks for me earlier this year. I am biased obviously.

2 July 2023, 09:25 AM	#69
ade "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: England Watch: depends on my mood Posts: 158	Find an original WG Smurf 116619LB, not the current WG Sub.

2 July 2023, 09:44 AM	#71
Kenny G "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 1,102	Based on your comments, I’d say go WG. If you find the full YG bluesy a little much, you likely won’t find the TT much less polarizing. In fact, it can be even more noticeable in certain lighting with the 2 different metals both casting their shiny tones.

2 July 2023, 09:50 AM	#72
Doood "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Socal Posts: 1,023	Smurf would be my sub choice, but not sure I would mark a special occasion buying used or grey. So, I would probably go WG GMT with blue dial.

2 July 2023, 02:07 PM	#73
mike.persico "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2023 Real Name: Mike Persico Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 90	YG Blusey. I've handled it in the metal and its a swanky, yet everyday piece. Best of all worlds

2 July 2023, 11:21 PM	#74
Philadelphialawyer1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 310	WG any day of the week and twice on Sunday.

3 July 2023, 01:46 AM	#75
1995akcoop "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,162	I would go with the Bluesy, it just looks better with the blue dial. And lets be real, the WG isn’t stealth at all. The blue bezel and polished center links pop just as much as the Bluesy Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 July 2023, 06:38 AM	#77
jed11 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: West Side Posts: 2,710	My vote. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 July 2023, 11:14 AM	#83
thenewrick 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: FL Watch: OP41 Silver Posts: 1,809	Not a big fan of the blue and black of the new WG sub. Prefer older smurf, or bluesy.

4 July 2023, 01:53 PM	#84
derek001 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: USA Posts: 89	Hard to choose but the WG would have a lot of votes.

4 July 2023, 03:49 PM	#85
teager "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Bristol, UK Watch: PAM233,IwcBP,D-blu Posts: 144	This is nuts ! Trying to decide between Bluesy and WG sub - love both but decided on the WG and my AD said should get one in a year. I’ve read and appreciated all the replies but the YG sub (never in the mix to start with) has been mentioned a few times now, dam………..

5 July 2023, 08:49 AM	#88
Ale93am "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Italy Posts: 32	Wg sub

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