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xxbsurfer4life1 · 27 November 2011, 07:52 AM

Hey guys i want to ask you for litle help, i am trying to buy a rolex , but i am having a hard time making my mind. I am trying to deside between the daytona, submariner , deep seaweller, oh also the date just with roman numbers , please i would like to hear you guys opinions
Thank you all

RicFlair · 27 November 2011, 08:23 AM

theloxmyth · 27 November 2011, 08:30 AM

Buy what grabs ya.

nauticajoe · 27 November 2011, 08:33 AM

I'd choose either the Sub or Daytona.

Good luck!

jim251 · 27 November 2011, 08:34 AM

Keep looking and lurking, it'll eventually come to you...

brkanand · 27 November 2011, 08:43 AM

As you have already decided on Rolex, the rest will depend on the model you like to own, budget you got now and if the watch is going to be a new or vintage.

Whatever, you finally decide, upload pictures once you get it! Good luck!

Fiery · 27 November 2011, 08:44 AM

No matter which one you choose, you'll have more to come in the not so far future

You should start with the SS Sub-C LN, it makes a great first Rolex.

Fifth Ave Rolex Man · 27 November 2011, 08:47 AM

Go try each one on. Spend 30 minutes looking at them. Ask your AD
whatever you may want to know! Go with your gut!

dddrees · 27 November 2011, 08:54 AM

All the ones you mentioned would make a great choice. You really should get the one that you like the most first as you will tend to be happier than if we picked it for you.

I personally would get a Sub or GMT for my first one though, and this is exactly what I did.

I have since acquired a few more.

closey · 27 November 2011, 09:01 AM

Out of those.. SUB OR SUB DATE :D

Jetjock · 27 November 2011, 09:10 AM

The first question I would ask myself is, How dressy a watch do I want? If you dress up a lot, suits & such a DJ II would be my choice. If a casual clothes wearer, I really like the GMT II. In reality either will work at a pinch. You should definitely put them all on your wrist & see which speak to you. I envy your endeavour, it is so much fun choosing, as long as you don;t end up with the wrong one. Good luck, and let us know what you end up with.

1William · 27 November 2011, 10:16 AM

I would go with the black Sub-C. Will look good no matter what you are doing and is a keeper. Once you learn the brand you can pick-up another in Gold or TT. Just my thoughts.

The GMT Master · 27 November 2011, 10:19 AM

GMT IIc. Not just the best watch that Rolex makes today, I would argue that is the most versatile watch in the world right now - a true masterpiece!

77T · 27 November 2011, 10:31 AM

sub

The Joker · 27 November 2011, 10:37 AM

I will try and help, all are great choices, all depends on your needs and budget.

Daytona, the chronograph. A grail in many peoples eyes. It doesn't have a date though.
Sub, the classic divers watch.
Deep sea, if you are a big fella with big wrists.
GMT, good if you travel a lot and like to have 2/3 timezones showing.
Datejust, the classic dressy watch. Is the smallest at 36mm but great choice of dials and 2 bracelets.

GradyPhilpott · 27 November 2011, 10:40 AM

Since your interests cover a very broad range, something tells me you are going to wind up owning all of them eventually, so you might as well pick one that fits your budget now and start saving immediately for the next and the next and the next....

Gharddog03 · 27 November 2011, 10:49 AM

As your first, SUBc or GMTIIc.

Mickey® · 27 November 2011, 11:11 AM

These are your only choices...You are powerless under my spell!!!!!!!!!

HL65 · 27 November 2011, 11:13 AM

All of the above make great first Rolex. I would lean towards a Sub, GMT or Daytona as you might find the DSSD too large--especially if you wear cuffs at work! I would go try them on though and get the one that sings to you most. Taste is quite subjective and everyone has their own likes--so find yours!!

zhiunit · 27 November 2011, 11:14 AM

get a sub C, daytona, or GMT iiC IN STAINLESS STEEL!!!.....why? so if you ever decide you want another model over the three i recommended but dont have the funds or means to do that, just sell your first piece you will get back a significant portion of what you spent on it

blackmsport · 27 November 2011, 11:29 AM

Submariner
GMT
Exp I & II
Stainless Steel models

they are affordable, never go out of fashion, most popular, easy to sell later models

JMIND · 27 November 2011, 03:17 PM

I love my sub! Good luck in choosing.

threemonkeys · 27 November 2011, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

I would go with the black Sub-C. Will look good no matter what you are doing and is a keeper. Once you learn the brand you can pick-up another in Gold or TT. Just my thoughts.

X2. Can't go wrong with a black sub.

davidf · 28 November 2011, 01:16 AM

Not that you're planning on resale just yet, but it "seems" that subs keep their value for a long time and often go up in value depending on when it was purchased.

Kayaker52 · 28 November 2011, 01:18 AM

But one of each!

handsfull · 28 November 2011, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fiery

No matter which one you choose, you'll have more to come in the not so far future

You should start with the SS Sub-C LN, it makes a great first Rolex.

+1 I've bought many other Rolexs trying to avoid the standard "but everybody owns one!" Submariner....but after picking one up, I get it.

I love it enough that I bought the LV this week

Like To Watch · 28 November 2011, 02:14 AM

You have to decide.

27 November 2011, 07:52 AM	#1
xxbsurfer4life1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: los angeles Posts: 24	I dont know which rolex to buy? Hey guys i want to ask you for litle help, i am trying to buy a rolex , but i am having a hard time making my mind. I am trying to deside between the daytona, submariner , deep seaweller, oh also the date just with roman numbers , please i would like to hear you guys opinions Thank you all

27 November 2011, 08:30 AM	#3
theloxmyth 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NY Posts: 6,382	Buy what grabs ya. __________________ Craig, The (I'm JUST a) Loxmyth. If I had only known, I would have been a locksmith. — Albert Einstein (1879-1955) TWO FACTOR AUTHENTICATION IS ENABLED.

27 November 2011, 08:44 AM	#7
Fiery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Sub-C 116610LN Posts: 2,649	No matter which one you choose, you'll have more to come in the not so far future You should start with the SS Sub-C LN, it makes a great first Rolex. __________________ "In an age of obsolescence and gimmickry, this simple classic virtue of a Rolex is indeed a rarity." (Rolex ad from 1974)

27 November 2011, 08:54 AM	#9
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	All the ones you mentioned would make a great choice. You really should get the one that you like the most first as you will tend to be happier than if we picked it for you. I personally would get a Sub or GMT for my first one though, and this is exactly what I did. I have since acquired a few more. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

27 November 2011, 10:31 AM	#14
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,920	sub __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

27 November 2011, 08:23 AM	#2
RicFlair Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 133

27 November 2011, 08:33 AM	#4
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	I'd choose either the Sub or Daytona. Good luck!

27 November 2011, 08:34 AM	#5
jim251 Banned Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: VA Posts: 591	Keep looking and lurking, it'll eventually come to you...

27 November 2011, 08:43 AM	#6
brkanand 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: DrK Location: India Watch: 4=YMDaytonaGMTHulk Posts: 7,052	As you have already decided on Rolex, the rest will depend on the model you like to own, budget you got now and if the watch is going to be a new or vintage. Whatever, you finally decide, upload pictures once you get it! Good luck!

27 November 2011, 08:47 AM	#8
Fifth Ave Rolex Man Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: NYC area Watch: 16520A30 Posts: 538	Go try each one on. Spend 30 minutes looking at them. Ask your AD whatever you may want to know! Go with your gut!

27 November 2011, 09:01 AM	#10
closey "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Closey Location: England Posts: 184	Out of those.. SUB OR SUB DATE :D

27 November 2011, 09:10 AM	#11
Jetjock Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Phoenix Watch: DJII 116333 Posts: 110	The first question I would ask myself is, How dressy a watch do I want? If you dress up a lot, suits & such a DJ II would be my choice. If a casual clothes wearer, I really like the GMT II. In reality either will work at a pinch. You should definitely put them all on your wrist & see which speak to you. I envy your endeavour, it is so much fun choosing, as long as you don;t end up with the wrong one. Good luck, and let us know what you end up with.

27 November 2011, 10:16 AM	#12
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,598	I would go with the black Sub-C. Will look good no matter what you are doing and is a keeper. Once you learn the brand you can pick-up another in Gold or TT. Just my thoughts.

27 November 2011, 10:19 AM	#13
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	GMT IIc. Not just the best watch that Rolex makes today, I would argue that is the most versatile watch in the world right now - a true masterpiece!

27 November 2011, 10:37 AM	#15
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	I will try and help, all are great choices, all depends on your needs and budget. Daytona, the chronograph. A grail in many peoples eyes. It doesn't have a date though. Sub, the classic divers watch. Deep sea, if you are a big fella with big wrists. GMT, good if you travel a lot and like to have 2/3 timezones showing. Datejust, the classic dressy watch. Is the smallest at 36mm but great choice of dials and 2 bracelets.

27 November 2011, 10:40 AM	#16
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	Since your interests cover a very broad range, something tells me you are going to wind up owning all of them eventually, so you might as well pick one that fits your budget now and start saving immediately for the next and the next and the next.... __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

27 November 2011, 10:49 AM	#17
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	As your first, SUBc or GMTIIc.

27 November 2011, 11:11 AM	#18
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	These are your only choices...You are powerless under my spell!!!!!!!!!

27 November 2011, 11:13 AM	#19
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,989	All of the above make great first Rolex. I would lean towards a Sub, GMT or Daytona as you might find the DSSD too large--especially if you wear cuffs at work! I would go try them on though and get the one that sings to you most. Taste is quite subjective and everyone has their own likes--so find yours!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

27 November 2011, 11:14 AM	#20
zhiunit "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: zhi Location: delaware Watch: grandseiko sbgj001 Posts: 374	get a sub C, daytona, or GMT iiC IN STAINLESS STEEL!!!.....why? so if you ever decide you want another model over the three i recommended but dont have the funds or means to do that, just sell your first piece you will get back a significant portion of what you spent on it __________________ -TT daytona gold crystal dial -SS/WG DJ 36mm rhodium dial diamond markers on jubilee -WG blue sub -Grand Seiko SBGJ001

27 November 2011, 11:29 AM	#21
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,959	Submariner GMT Exp I & II Stainless Steel models they are affordable, never go out of fashion, most popular, easy to sell later models

27 November 2011, 03:17 PM	#22
JMIND "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jerry Location: New Mexico Watch: 16610 M Series Posts: 1,084	I love my sub! Good luck in choosing.

28 November 2011, 01:16 AM	#24
davidf "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: David Location: Chicago Watch: GMTII Posts: 67	Not that you're planning on resale just yet, but it "seems" that subs keep their value for a long time and often go up in value depending on when it was purchased.

28 November 2011, 01:18 AM	#25
Kayaker52 Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: New york Posts: 255	But one of each!

28 November 2011, 02:14 AM	#27
Like To Watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 1,196	You have to decide.

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