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Rolex Freak · 3 February 2010, 06:43 AM

Hello Friends,

I'm planning my next purchase. Considering my current collection, I was thinking either the stainless steel GMT IIC black dial and bezel or the stainless steel Suubmariner black dial and bezel. I know it's always personal taste, but both are fairly similar. I'm worried the the numbers around the GMT watch stand out too much. I will definitely take the time to try them both on, but was wondering what everyone thought.

Thanks in advance.

JRA21 · 3 February 2010, 06:47 AM

Hmmm... I dont really like the GMT IIC in SS but TT is a different story I love it so if your going to get SS get the SUB IMO

petesjag · 3 February 2010, 06:51 AM

You will get votes on both because both are great watches.
I bought the GMT because I wanted the newest updates and prefered the slightly larger ceramic bezel. The numbers on the bezel are not too busy and look just great...you really dont need to worry about that at all......
pete

1000ftSub · 3 February 2010, 06:53 AM

Ether way you can't go wrong, but i would pick the GMT.

acce1999 · 3 February 2010, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex Freak

Hello Friends,

I'm planning my next purchase. Considering my current collection, I was thinking either the stainless steel GMT IIC black dial and bezel or the stainless steel Suubmariner black dial and bezel. I know it's always personal taste, but both are fairly similar. I'm worried the the numbers around the GMT watch stand out too much. I will definitely take the time to try them both on, but was wondering what everyone thought.

Thanks in advance.

You need an old style watch, given you current collection. Get the 16610! Both the YM and the Daytona has the more modern polished and rounded lugs. The 16610 will most likely replaced, and the GMT IIc will be around for many years to purchase later on.

Good luck,

A

sakuraba · 3 February 2010, 09:17 AM

Wow, that's atough call. Both are very nice watches, and anyone would be hard pressed to choose between the two. I don't mean any disrespect when I say "flip a coin". It really is that close a call IMO.

Good luck with your choice, you can't go wrong.

Rolex Freak · 3 February 2010, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acce1999

You need an old style watch, given you current collection. Get the 16610! Both the YM and the Daytona has the more modern polished and rounded lugs. The 16610 will most likely replaced, and the GMT IIc will be around for many years to purchase later on.

Good luck,

A

I used to have the Explorer II with black face. Wish I didn't sell it, but now it's time to get a more rugged watch, so I think your spot on with your pic of the Submariner.

HL65 · 3 February 2010, 09:40 AM

I love the SS Sub !

rfknauss · 3 February 2010, 09:53 AM

Sandro, both are beautiful. The GMT will allow you to track time in different time zones. The Sub will allow you to keep track of minutes elapsed.

Rolesor · 3 February 2010, 10:05 AM

The GMT IIc is stunning! My vote goes that-a-way

ParisDakarBmw · 3 February 2010, 10:08 AM

I think the GMT IIc is the best looking of the two

ersnyder · 3 February 2010, 10:39 AM

One of the things I really like about the SS GMT is the "grayness" of the numerals on the bezel. That makes the bezel, IMO, a little more interesting than the Sub or SD.

Perdu · 3 February 2010, 11:00 AM

I agree with you that they are loader than the Sub bezel which to me looks better. Go with your instincts.

JMIND · 3 February 2010, 11:41 AM

I vote for the 16610, but you'll probably know when you do indeed try both on.

Jerry

DarkHorse · 3 February 2010, 12:00 PM

It has to be the Sub =]

Deyn Man · 3 February 2010, 12:06 PM

gmtIIc gets my vote... a GMT fucntion would complement your collection nicely

timeisfathaoftruth · 3 February 2010, 12:14 PM

I too went back and forth between a back sub and a black GMT...I went with a TTblksub...Very close but for me I found the face of the sub to have slightly better eye appeal...I know that the extra hour hand on the GMT serves a nice purpose but I found it a bit distracting and went with the sub.

biggums · 3 February 2010, 12:25 PM

I've had a couple Subs and now a IIC. The GMT is a masterpiece!

htc8p · 3 February 2010, 02:21 PM

i think you'll end up getting both.

the gmt for formal and the sub for casual.

that's what im considering right now.

get the gmt 2c 1st its updated. then get the sub date later. but the current sub date is better in my opinion.

i dont think i need the bigger lugs and ceramic bezel or pcl for a casual watch.

but i do like the maxi dial and the new clasp.

good luck

JJ Irani · 3 February 2010, 02:23 PM

Both amazing watches.........see which one you really like and on which you can get a good discount.

There are a couple of Sub-dates on the For Sales section of TRF that are going for good prices. Just check it out.

Good luck - JJ

carlhaluss · 3 February 2010, 02:27 PM

The GMT IIc!

I think the Sub is a beauty, too. All I can say is, the GMT IIc was the first Rolex that I ever tried on my wrist. I was so taken by the way the whole thing sparkled, and the seemingly compact size and comfort for that type of watch. I love the small details, too, especially the green 24hr hand, and the bit of green text on the dial. Just a small, understated detail.
Cheers,
Carl

Noriki · 3 February 2010, 05:02 PM

If money not a problem...go for GMT

3 February 2010, 06:43 AM	#1
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	Can't Decide??? Hello Friends, I'm planning my next purchase. Considering my current collection, I was thinking either the stainless steel GMT IIC black dial and bezel or the stainless steel Suubmariner black dial and bezel. I know it's always personal taste, but both are fairly similar. I'm worried the the numbers around the GMT watch stand out too much. I will definitely take the time to try them both on, but was wondering what everyone thought. Thanks in advance.

3 February 2010, 06:47 AM	#2
JRA21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Joshua R Asch Location: NY, Brooklyn Watch: Sub Posts: 293	Hmmm... I dont really like the GMT IIC in SS but TT is a different story I love it so if your going to get SS get the SUB IMO __________________ *JRA*

3 February 2010, 06:51 AM	#3
petesjag "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: netherlands Posts: 2,177	You will get votes on both because both are great watches. I bought the GMT because I wanted the newest updates and prefered the slightly larger ceramic bezel. The numbers on the bezel are not too busy and look just great...you really dont need to worry about that at all...... pete __________________ 116718LN Black dial

3 February 2010, 09:40 AM	#8
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,250	I love the SS Sub ! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

3 February 2010, 09:53 AM	#9
rfknauss 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,500	Sandro, both are beautiful. The GMT will allow you to track time in different time zones. The Sub will allow you to keep track of minutes elapsed. __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

3 February 2010, 06:53 AM	#4
1000ftSub "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Orlando Posts: 2,471	Ether way you can't go wrong, but i would pick the GMT.

3 February 2010, 09:17 AM	#6
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	Wow, that's atough call. Both are very nice watches, and anyone would be hard pressed to choose between the two. I don't mean any disrespect when I say "flip a coin". It really is that close a call IMO. Good luck with your choice, you can't go wrong.

3 February 2010, 10:05 AM	#10
Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,150	The GMT IIc is stunning! My vote goes that-a-way

3 February 2010, 10:08 AM	#11
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	I think the GMT IIc is the best looking of the two

3 February 2010, 10:39 AM	#12
ersnyder 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,103	One of the things I really like about the SS GMT is the "grayness" of the numerals on the bezel. That makes the bezel, IMO, a little more interesting than the Sub or SD.

3 February 2010, 11:00 AM	#13
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	I agree with you that they are loader than the Sub bezel which to me looks better. Go with your instincts. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

3 February 2010, 11:41 AM	#14
JMIND "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jerry Location: New Mexico Watch: 16610 M Series Posts: 1,084	I vote for the 16610, but you'll probably know when you do indeed try both on. Jerry

3 February 2010, 12:00 PM	#15
DarkHorse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Sydney Watch: 118239 Posts: 413	It has to be the Sub =] __________________ The world is safe again... but for how long? Current: TAG Heuer 2000 Classic, Kobold Phantom Tactical Chronograph, Rolex Submariner 16610, Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronograph A13320 (Crowe Edition), Rolex Day-Date 118239

3 February 2010, 12:06 PM	#16
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	gmtIIc gets my vote... a GMT fucntion would complement your collection nicely

3 February 2010, 12:14 PM	#17
timeisfathaoftruth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: New England Watch: Sub,Daytona,GMT,YM Posts: 997	I too went back and forth between a back sub and a black GMT...I went with a TTblksub...Very close but for me I found the face of the sub to have slightly better eye appeal...I know that the extra hour hand on the GMT serves a nice purpose but I found it a bit distracting and went with the sub.

3 February 2010, 12:25 PM	#18
biggums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Helena, Montana Watch: Rolex 2c Sub Blue Posts: 268	I've had a couple Subs and now a IIC. The GMT is a masterpiece!

3 February 2010, 02:21 PM	#19
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,486	i think you'll end up getting both. the gmt for formal and the sub for casual. that's what im considering right now. get the gmt 2c 1st its updated. then get the sub date later. but the current sub date is better in my opinion. i dont think i need the bigger lugs and ceramic bezel or pcl for a casual watch. but i do like the maxi dial and the new clasp. good luck

3 February 2010, 02:23 PM	#20
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,317	Both amazing watches.........see which one you really like and on which you can get a good discount. There are a couple of Sub-dates on the For Sales section of TRF that are going for good prices. Just check it out. Good luck - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

3 February 2010, 02:27 PM	#21
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	The GMT IIc! I think the Sub is a beauty, too. All I can say is, the GMT IIc was the first Rolex that I ever tried on my wrist. I was so taken by the way the whole thing sparkled, and the seemingly compact size and comfort for that type of watch. I love the small details, too, especially the green 24hr hand, and the bit of green text on the dial. Just a small, understated detail. Cheers, Carl __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

3 February 2010, 05:02 PM	#22
Noriki "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangkok Watch: Mix Posts: 253	If money not a problem...go for GMT

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