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View Poll Results: Best modern day Rolex
Daytona 116500 242 26.95%
BLRO 90 10.02%
BLNR 171 19.04%
SubC 223 24.83%
WG Smurf 83 9.24%
Sky dweller Basel 17 89 9.91%
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Old 21 April 2017, 10:29 AM   #121
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im trying to work out why the Daytona is so unique and appealing,
it has zero to do with functionality
it has NO DATE,
hardly anyone uses it for the purpose intended,

what is it about the Daytona???

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Old 21 April 2017, 10:37 AM   #122
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None of the above, the 116520 white dial is IMO with black dial close behind. It has a 5 digit look/feel with all the modern features of the 6 digit pieces. An all around winner


The 116520 is very elegant. DaytonaC is too casual
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Old 21 April 2017, 11:25 AM   #123
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I am leaning a bit more towards the 116500 white, but it would be between the Hulk and the Daytona.
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Old 21 April 2017, 07:38 PM   #124
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HULK is the best looking watch in the entire universe including multi-universes. Nothing comes close to it.
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Old 21 April 2017, 08:25 PM   #125
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Rolex sports watches have many attributes. But they are not especially good looking.
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Old 21 April 2017, 08:35 PM   #126
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I think the Deepsea Deepblue or Sky-Dweller blue are the most beautifull ones. Looking closely at Deepsea Deepblue, makes me think it at as usable work of art. It's just that well made.
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Old 22 April 2017, 12:01 AM   #127
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White 116500 is the Best to me ;)
I like the DBlue but i like the Black SDDS the most ;)
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Old 22 April 2017, 12:12 AM   #128
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Of course, it depends on how you define "modern"; A bit of a different opinion. I go with the 114200....classic, under the radar

In focus 114200.jpg

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Old 22 April 2017, 12:35 AM   #129
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Best looking modern day Rolex and why

GMTIIC in all black is right up there. Imo.

The splashes of blue in the BLNR don't mean that much to me.
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Old 22 April 2017, 12:40 AM   #130
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Among the options, 116500 with white dial.
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Old 30 April 2017, 07:37 AM   #131
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For me it's gotta be the blnr. Such a cool piece


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Old 30 April 2017, 07:50 AM   #132
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Could be this...

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Old 30 April 2017, 08:53 AM   #133
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To me, the 114060 is the best looking although I have the 116610. 114060 is so balance and humble. You can go anywhere and do anything with it. The glidelock buckle is the best.

I just wish the GMTII has it too but no.

Accuracy is impeccable. Built like a tank. Great lume. Excellent legibility. Let me borrow a quote "Never leave home without it". Lastly, if your life depends on it, you can.


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Old 30 April 2017, 09:07 AM   #134
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Hmmm, all the watches in the poll are great, but none alone define them as being the best modern day Rolex when the poll doesn't list the rest of the range....where's the DJ, the Explorer, The Air king etc.
Although I love the GMT, I'd have to say the best modern day Rolex is probably the Datejust. That's why it's the biggest seller by a mike compared to any of the sports watches listed in the poll.
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Old 30 April 2017, 11:09 AM   #135
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To me, the 114060 is the best looking although I have the 116610. 114060 is so balance and humble. You can go anywhere and do anything with it. The glidelock buckle is the best.

I just wish the GMTII has it too but no.

Accuracy is impeccable. Built like a tank. Great lume. Excellent legibility. Let me borrow a quote "Never leave home without it". Lastly, if your life depends on it, you can.


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Yeah I agree, I had the 114060 at first because I liked the way it looked. Thought I couldn't live without a date so I bought the 116610LN. Missed the ND sub so I sold the LN for the LV and bought the 114060. It's such a great looking watch
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Old 30 April 2017, 02:01 PM   #136
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Best looking modern day Rolex and why

Subc with date no question. It's iconic because people can tell it's a Rolex from a mile away unlike the Daytona c that gets confused for less talented wristwear.

Ultimate pop is the latest dd in yg. That bracelet is transcendent.




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Old 30 April 2017, 02:06 PM   #137
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Old 30 April 2017, 02:13 PM   #138
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214270. Original followed by new if we are talking SS. Followed by polar 216570. Of your list I would pick the subc 618.
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Old 1 May 2017, 12:07 AM   #139
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Yeah I agree, I had the 114060 at first because I liked the way it looked. Thought I couldn't live without a date so I bought the 116610LN. Missed the ND sub so I sold the LN for the LV and bought the 114060. It's such a great looking watch


Ironically, I have 3 SubC but no 114060. I will probably get one next year. Here are my SubC. Call me crazy but the "Glidelock" buckle is the tie breaker.




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Old 1 May 2017, 04:50 AM   #140
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For me it would have to be Sub C LV......
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Old 1 May 2017, 04:56 AM   #141
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Rolex moved to its furthest point of being a tool watch. The new Sea-Dweller and Meteorite GMT seem best suited for raising PGA trophies, and that might be the closest we get to one anyway.
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Old 1 May 2017, 05:39 AM   #142
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While it's way too big for me, I'm starting to think the new SD43 may be the best looking current Rolex model.
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Old 1 May 2017, 05:46 AM   #143
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I'd say the new Daytona would be my choice with its classic look. Gorgeous watch.
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Old 1 May 2017, 09:01 AM   #144
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An instant classic with cutting edge features and throwback vintage style, the 116500LN cannot be denied the title of Best Looking Modern Day Rolex.

It might even be the Greatest Rolex Of All Time.
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Old 1 May 2017, 10:29 AM   #145
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Aesthetically the Pepsi is the best looking. I'm a bit put off by the price obviously and unfamiliar with the white gold in terms of durability and scratches. But it's an absolute stunner to look at.


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Old 1 May 2017, 10:59 AM   #146
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If we're talking out of everything on the modern line up.....I'm going to change my vote to 116506. It's the ultimate and what I'm heading for for my anniversary next year.
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Old 6 July 2017, 05:00 AM   #147
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Absolutely agree, especially the DSSD-B
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Old 6 July 2017, 05:04 AM   #148
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Submariner no date for sure. You can wear if with everything and is iconic for many many years already.

Daytona my second pick
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Old 6 July 2017, 06:53 AM   #149
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Old 6 July 2017, 06:54 AM   #150
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Best looking modern day Rolex and why

Daytona 116500 White, Just is IMHO.
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