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333president · 17 May 2011, 04:33 PM

For the last few years, I had a 14060 non-date Sub. I LOVED this watch. It was my baby.

When I saw the Sub-C for the first time, I had to have it. So I bought one. After getting it, I wasn't very satisfied, as I wished it was a little bigger. (there was no gratification from spending double the amount on this vs what I paid for my non-date). Every time I looked at my wrist, I wanted it to be a tad bigger or feel 2X more expensive than my previous watch, since it was.

After 2 weeks of self-caused distress, I bought a Deepsea. After 2 days I realized it's too intense. Too tall, I don't think it's as sharp looking as the Sub-C. The rounded crystal makes it hard to read at angles, I don't like how deep the dial is set, the dial is the same size as the Sub-C despite massive surroundings and I don't love the inner ring.

It's an important life lesson, not to be greedy. lol. I loved my 14060 non-date Sub. Now, when I wear the Sub-C, I wish it was bigger. When I wear the Deepsea, I wish it wasn't so intense. I feel like I can't win. I should have just stayed with what I had and continued to love my watch.

I guess the more you pay, the more you expect out of something. My non-date was 3.5k and the Sub-C was 7k. But after getting used to the new bracelet, there's no going back!

If I could only customize my own Rolex.

Can anyone else relate to this frustration or am I being too analytical? These things aren't cheap and I can't justify having one of each. So it's important I have the one I love the very most!

Does Rolex make anything a little bigger than the Sub-C but not as big as the Deepsea? I am young and want something more robust looking than classic.

Going crazy over a watch!

Colnago · 17 May 2011, 04:51 PM

Always.....always...try before you buy...only ever buy one that "sings" to you or "smiles" at you....take your time above all else.....sound to me like you bought in too much of a hurry, twice.....hope you have more luck next time...and no, there's nothing in between size wise

flyinbrian · 17 May 2011, 04:52 PM

The new Explorer II will be out this fall and is 42mm, just might be the ticket for you.

speedo · 17 May 2011, 05:12 PM

horrible situation you are in! i feel deeply and truly sorry for you. if it helps, just send me whichever watch you like the least and that way you can cure you greediness as well.

apeogre · 17 May 2011, 05:27 PM

I limit myself to one watch a year because I've done something very similar to you.

Puffy · 17 May 2011, 05:38 PM

As you know never ever pull the trigger too soon, always try on and on. I do this over a few months before I finally make up my mind... I also wanted the DSSD, then tried it on, yikes, too big and chunky for me

ArcticMoose · 17 May 2011, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flyinbrian

The new Explorer II will be out this fall and is 42mm, just might be the ticket for you.

My thoughts exactly reading the post, should be perfect!

Singslinger · 17 May 2011, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flyinbrian

The new Explorer II will be out this fall and is 42mm, just might be the ticket for you.

There's also the 42mm Yachtmaster II which I think is a fantastic watch but a bit too expensive....

rms · 17 May 2011, 06:39 PM

I think it is safe to say many of us here have "been there, done that". I for one have learned my lesson. Like "Colnago" said above, only buy the one that sings or smiles at you.

333president · 17 May 2011, 07:01 PM

You guys are so awesome. This is the only forum in the world where I can post a question at 3:00am and have many helpful replies before I go to bed. Thanks for all the advice and making me feel normal!

Watch Professor · 17 May 2011, 10:32 PM

So what are your plans for the Sub C and the DS?

grew · 17 May 2011, 11:33 PM

Buy a Panerai. It sounds like that's what you want only you want it to say Rolex on the dial.

conrail · 17 May 2011, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grew

Buy a Panerai. It sounds like that's what you want only you want it to say Rolex on the dial.

x2

Cru Jones · 18 May 2011, 12:19 AM

i admire your courage to pick up watches without being totally sure.....i spend months fretting over a purchase, trying on the same piece over and over, and then finally sealing the deal.

much to the annoyance of those around me....

Dr. Robert · 18 May 2011, 12:25 AM

to paraphrase that great line from "The Godfather"....................................

"Leave(Sell) the DSSD & SubC. Take (Keep) the 14060."

Mikel212 · 18 May 2011, 01:52 AM

The lesson is not "not to be greedy" its " be patient".

dnagwhogas · 18 May 2011, 01:58 AM

I totally understand how you feel. I have a 16610 and had the urge to get dssd. So I got the dssd and wore it for a few days. I decided to give the DSSD a break and wear the 16610 for a couple of days.....I was like, what was I thinking? I got rid of the DSSD right away and loved the sub even more.

threemonkeys · 18 May 2011, 02:02 AM

I can totally relate to this. You expect that big rush and satisfaction from a new purchase and nothing happens.

usbzoso · 18 May 2011, 02:04 AM

greed has nothing to do with this :-)

petesjag · 18 May 2011, 02:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

i admire your courage to pick up watches without being totally sure.....i spend months fretting over a purchase, trying on the same piece over and over, and then finally sealing the deal.

much to the annoyance of those around me....

I do the same but in the end you know what you want and get no surprises...

anyways, your situation is well known to us here.

KingJames · 18 May 2011, 02:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flyinbrian

The new Explorer II will be out this fall and is 42mm, just might be the ticket for you.

What he said! 42mm New EXPII

Casey VP-26 · 18 May 2011, 02:25 AM

This is good reason for a Rolex Rental Agency.

paddy_crow · 18 May 2011, 07:05 AM

I think your problem is with unrealistic expectations. It is, after all, just a wristwatch no matter how much you pay for it. Expecting it to be more will only lead to letdown.

flyinbrian · 18 May 2011, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Singslinger

There's also the 42mm Yachtmaster II which I think is a fantastic watch but a bit too expensive....

Actually I believe this watch is 43mm, only 1mm difference but I believe it does wear larger more like the DSSD.

Singslinger · 18 May 2011, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flyinbrian

Actually I believe this watch is 43mm, only 1mm difference but I believe it does wear larger more like the DSSD.

Thanks Brian - yes I think you're right.

333president · 18 May 2011, 01:42 PM

@ Grew and Conrail. Panerai is sweet, but I love the polished sides of Rolex and it's classic look. It's NOT a name thing. I WISH it was a name thing though! That would be an easy fix. I'd buy an old used Datejust on eBay for 3k and call it day. (Instead of wasting hours over-analyzing making the right decision).

Thanks for EVERYONE's help. You guys are truly amazing! Such a smart, experienced -helpful group of people!

I went to my AD and got the Sub-C today. For the first time, I honestly love it. It's perfect and I am so happy. Honestly, I wouldn't love it as much if I didn't own the DS for a few weeks, as I always would have looked at the Sub and wondered if the DS would have been a better fit for me. I am now convinced and know I did the right thing!

At the end of the day, the good news about these watches is, if your not sure, buy them both. Then resell one. If you lose a few hundred bucks, it's worth it to know you made the right decision!

etp095 · 18 May 2011, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KingJames

What he said! 42mm New EXPII

42mm expy should be the ticket.

Fiery · 18 May 2011, 07:06 PM

Trade in your DSSD for a new Exp II 42mm. I'd pick the white dial version to make it completely different from the diver's "norm" you got accustomed to. Give it a few weeks then, see how you bond with the Exp II, and if it still wouldn't work out, flip it for a DJ II or something else from Rolex that you wouldn't imagine getting at all

Who knows, maybe picking something from out of sight would turn out to be your favourite in the long run...

BTW, maybe your issue with your Rolexes is that you shouldn't have obtained more than one in the first place. If you managed to find the perfect Rolex (Sub ND), and you loved it, maybe you should have seeked for watches from other brands. No offense there at all, I'm just thinking out loud. I know from my experience that having only one watch per brand is best, otherwise flipping them and always seeking for new releases could be a pain in the back, especially financially...

Indyzed · 18 May 2011, 10:25 PM

I understand totally how you feel. I always build things up in my mind and when I finally get it in person it seems to never measure up. I'm struggling with getting my first Submariner. I love every iteration of the Sub. I wish I had enough money to buy one of each

Gerardus · 18 May 2011, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Indyzed

I understand totally how you feel. I always build things up in my mind and when I finally get it in person it seems to never measure up. I'm struggling with getting my first Submariner. I love every iteration of the Sub. I wish I had enough money to buy one of each

same for me, always the endless search.....

17 May 2011, 04:33 PM	#1
333president "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Novi MI Posts: 232	Important Life Lesson - Not To Be Greedy! For the last few years, I had a 14060 non-date Sub. I LOVED this watch. It was my baby. When I saw the Sub-C for the first time, I had to have it. So I bought one. After getting it, I wasn't very satisfied, as I wished it was a little bigger. (there was no gratification from spending double the amount on this vs what I paid for my non-date). Every time I looked at my wrist, I wanted it to be a tad bigger or feel 2X more expensive than my previous watch, since it was. After 2 weeks of self-caused distress, I bought a Deepsea. After 2 days I realized it's too intense. Too tall, I don't think it's as sharp looking as the Sub-C. The rounded crystal makes it hard to read at angles, I don't like how deep the dial is set, the dial is the same size as the Sub-C despite massive surroundings and I don't love the inner ring. It's an important life lesson, not to be greedy. lol. I loved my 14060 non-date Sub. Now, when I wear the Sub-C, I wish it was bigger. When I wear the Deepsea, I wish it wasn't so intense. I feel like I can't win. I should have just stayed with what I had and continued to love my watch. I guess the more you pay, the more you expect out of something. My non-date was 3.5k and the Sub-C was 7k. But after getting used to the new bracelet, there's no going back! If I could only customize my own Rolex. Can anyone else relate to this frustration or am I being too analytical? These things aren't cheap and I can't justify having one of each. So it's important I have the one I love the very most! Does Rolex make anything a little bigger than the Sub-C but not as big as the Deepsea? I am young and want something more robust looking than classic. Going crazy over a watch!

17 May 2011, 04:51 PM	#2
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	Always.....always...try before you buy...only ever buy one that "sings" to you or "smiles" at you....take your time above all else.....sound to me like you bought in too much of a hurry, twice.....hope you have more luck next time...and no, there's nothing in between size wise __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

17 May 2011, 05:12 PM	#4
speedo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: bp, hu, eu Watch: dj 16234, 116610ln Posts: 2,376	horrible situation you are in! i feel deeply and truly sorry for you. if it helps, just send me whichever watch you like the least and that way you can cure you greediness as well. __________________ *16234 jubilee dial, 116610 ln, grand seiko sbgm221g, omega speedmaster mark II, longines legend diver, breguet 3910, nomos club campus 38, swatch sistem51, mares nemo, seiko ripley, g-shock rangeman* instagram: modus_horologicus

17 May 2011, 05:38 PM	#6
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	As you know never ever pull the trigger too soon, always try on and on. I do this over a few months before I finally make up my mind... I also wanted the DSSD, then tried it on, yikes, too big and chunky for me __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

17 May 2011, 06:39 PM	#9
rms "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Richard Location: Europe Watch: The one I have on Posts: 273	I think it is safe to say many of us here have "been there, done that". I for one have learned my lesson. Like "Colnago" said above, only buy the one that sings or smiles at you. __________________ 14060M - 16610 - 16710 - 16234 - 16570(x2) - 116400GV - IW323300 - PAM292 - SKX779K

17 May 2011, 04:52 PM	#3
flyinbrian 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: AZ Watch: Rolex Posts: 860	The new Explorer II will be out this fall and is 42mm, just might be the ticket for you.

17 May 2011, 05:27 PM	#5
apeogre "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: No Clue Posts: 586	I limit myself to one watch a year because I've done something very similar to you.

17 May 2011, 07:01 PM	#10
333president "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Novi MI Posts: 232	You guys are so awesome. This is the only forum in the world where I can post a question at 3:00am and have many helpful replies before I go to bed. Thanks for all the advice and making me feel normal!

17 May 2011, 10:32 PM	#11
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	So what are your plans for the Sub C and the DS? __________________

17 May 2011, 11:33 PM	#12
grew "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: LA Posts: 164	Buy a Panerai. It sounds like that's what you want only you want it to say Rolex on the dial.

18 May 2011, 12:19 AM	#14
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,243	i admire your courage to pick up watches without being totally sure.....i spend months fretting over a purchase, trying on the same piece over and over, and then finally sealing the deal. much to the annoyance of those around me....

18 May 2011, 12:25 AM	#15
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 63,952	to paraphrase that great line from "The Godfather".................................... "Leave(Sell) the DSSD & SubC. Take (Keep) the 14060." __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

18 May 2011, 01:52 AM	#16
Mikel212 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 228	The lesson is not "not to be greedy" its " be patient".

18 May 2011, 01:58 AM	#17
dnagwhogas "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: MauiBacerdo Location: Chicago Watch: N :Learn Posts: 902	I totally understand how you feel. I have a 16610 and had the urge to get dssd. So I got the dssd and wore it for a few days. I decided to give the DSSD a break and wear the 16610 for a couple of days.....I was like, what was I thinking? I got rid of the DSSD right away and loved the sub even more. __________________ P-Club Member # 7 Time is what prevents everything from happening at once.

18 May 2011, 02:02 AM	#18
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	I can totally relate to this. You expect that big rush and satisfaction from a new purchase and nothing happens.

18 May 2011, 02:04 AM	#19
usbzoso Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Stan Location: Dallas Watch: 16610/16600/16800 Posts: 1,231	greed has nothing to do with this :-)

18 May 2011, 02:25 AM	#22
Casey VP-26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,716	This is good reason for a Rolex Rental Agency.

18 May 2011, 07:05 AM	#23
paddy_crow Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 592	I think your problem is with unrealistic expectations. It is, after all, just a wristwatch no matter how much you pay for it. Expecting it to be more will only lead to letdown.

18 May 2011, 01:42 PM	#26
333president "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Novi MI Posts: 232	@ Grew and Conrail. Panerai is sweet, but I love the polished sides of Rolex and it's classic look. It's NOT a name thing. I WISH it was a name thing though! That would be an easy fix. I'd buy an old used Datejust on eBay for 3k and call it day. (Instead of wasting hours over-analyzing making the right decision). Thanks for EVERYONE's help. You guys are truly amazing! Such a smart, experienced -helpful group of people! I went to my AD and got the Sub-C today. For the first time, I honestly love it. It's perfect and I am so happy. Honestly, I wouldn't love it as much if I didn't own the DS for a few weeks, as I always would have looked at the Sub and wondered if the DS would have been a better fit for me. I am now convinced and know I did the right thing! At the end of the day, the good news about these watches is, if your not sure, buy them both. Then resell one. If you lose a few hundred bucks, it's worth it to know you made the right decision!

18 May 2011, 07:06 PM	#28
Fiery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Sub-C 116610LN Posts: 2,649	Trade in your DSSD for a new Exp II 42mm. I'd pick the white dial version to make it completely different from the diver's "norm" you got accustomed to. Give it a few weeks then, see how you bond with the Exp II, and if it still wouldn't work out, flip it for a DJ II or something else from Rolex that you wouldn't imagine getting at all Who knows, maybe picking something from out of sight would turn out to be your favourite in the long run... BTW, maybe your issue with your Rolexes is that you shouldn't have obtained more than one in the first place. If you managed to find the perfect Rolex (Sub ND), and you loved it, maybe you should have seeked for watches from other brands. No offense there at all, I'm just thinking out loud. I know from my experience that having only one watch per brand is best, otherwise flipping them and always seeking for new releases could be a pain in the back, especially financially...

18 May 2011, 10:25 PM	#29
Indyzed "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: United States Posts: 37	I understand totally how you feel. I always build things up in my mind and when I finally get it in person it seems to never measure up. I'm struggling with getting my first Submariner. I love every iteration of the Sub. I wish I had enough money to buy one of each __________________ DateJust / Yachtmaster

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