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biggums · 3 July 2014, 12:30 PM

I'm going to buy a ceramic sub within the next week. Green cars traditionally are slow sellers, my new Lund boat is green and I love it! Green clothes were never my thing, etc. etc.

My question is for my final rolex purchase being 65 years old would a green sub ceramic look good, be recommended, be a turn off etc?

I have owned several nice Rolex's in my day but for one reason or another ending up selling them and regretting that!

The green sub interests me but I see so many for sale. Is there a problem in demand with this model or green rolex owners do you love them?

Thanks for the feedback!

Presa canary · 3 July 2014, 12:42 PM

For your final rolex? The "hulk" wouldn't be in my top 10 of choices.

biggums · 3 July 2014, 12:52 PM

I have some bucks coming soon. I almost pulled the trigger on a bluesy two tone ceramic sub built in 2013 used minty model for $10k. This is one of my most desired models but my dilemma is $10k is almost over the top for me. I know I can find two tone older mint subs for 2/3 the price.

Well for a sticking sub that gets attention would a SS greeny be a good choice?

Rickn · 3 July 2014, 01:00 PM

I love my hulk. Don't wear it all the time, but it is probably my favorite watch which I own

Urosfan · 3 July 2014, 01:41 PM

I love my hulk, as much as I love it I don't know I would buy it as my last watch though good luck with your decision

sea-dweller · 3 July 2014, 02:16 PM

That would be my next Rolex! Buy it and enjoy it.

Nycturbovr6 · 3 July 2014, 02:16 PM

Last watch probably not. For 8k-10k there are a few great options

AK797 · 4 July 2014, 07:11 AM

Sure if there is nothing you like better, it looks great!

Eric Chan · 4 July 2014, 08:23 AM

Just picked up my green Sub yesterday and am loving it. Initial thoughts were similar to yours in terms of a green watch, but after seeing it in person and trying it on, those concerns were put to rest. It truly is a fantastic looking watch. The green dial is not too overpowering as in some situations, it almost appears black.

Go for it!

locutus49 · 4 July 2014, 08:30 AM

I am 64 and bought my Hulk when I was 63. I love it, and wear it with all colors. I will very likely buy another rolex, probably a Daytona, but that is not related to the Hulk: I just want another Rolex to rotate from time to time.

I don't think there are a lot for sale relative to other subs, or even Daytonas. You may just be noticing the Hulks for sale because you are focused on them.

It really comes down to: do you want a Sub that stands out a bit from the ordinary? And will you be happy with green? Because you could buy a Blue dial TT for a bit more, if you like blue better. But to buy a blue dial/bezel with a white metal bracelet, you have to buy a WG Blue Sub, which are well over 20K.

Again, Green is not my favorite color, but I absolutely love my Hulk and will never sell or trade it. Just another opinion from a fellow geezer.

never2late · 4 July 2014, 08:31 AM

I had a black Sub C that I wore for about a year, got bored with it and gave it to my Son after buying the Hulk for myself to replace it. I'm wearing it now and loving it, but rotate it with my bluesy 16613. Oh, and I'm 67.

biggums · 4 July 2014, 09:29 AM

Thanks for the great replays! I'm starting to warm up to a greeny since someone posted that beautiful watch worn on this thread.

I'm in Montana and where I'm at the nearest AD is in Billings. I've never tried one on or seen one in person. When I called the Billings AD he tried to talk me into a Batman. He said they are the nicest looking Rolex's in his cabinet in his opinion. He said the demand is high for the blue and black. He did say the Hulk was not ostentatious or over the top.

I owned a black ceramic pictured in my post and loved it but got kinda bored with it.

I would say at this point the three candidates are a two tone bluesy, Hulk or a Batman. Some gold is tempting.

Sublover2166 · 4 July 2014, 10:45 AM

Love my Hulk and it's a keeper. The green dial is fantastic especially in natural light and it is just unique and different. I have a TT Bluesy that I have been wearing for the last 17 years, and now the Hulk is a piece to mix things up with. Go for it!! Rolex only makes one Hulk for every 4 Black stainless Subs, so it is more limited. If you end up tiring of it, they will hold their value and you would be able to flip it easily.

locutus49 · 4 July 2014, 11:05 AM

Sublover speaks WISdom.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sublover2166

Love my Hulk and it's a keeper. The green dial is fantastic especially in natural light and it is just unique and different. I have a TT Bluesy that I have been wearing for the last 17 years, and now the Hulk is a piece to mix things up with. Go for it!! Rolex only makes one Hulk for every 4 Black stainless Subs, so it is more limited. If you end up tiring of it, they will hold their value and you would be able to flip it easily.

biggums · 4 July 2014, 11:07 AM

Wow I love green!

Nycturbovr6 · 4 July 2014, 02:16 PM

Love it but not totally sold on it

FiftyTwoEighty · 4 July 2014, 02:33 PM

I picked up a Hulk back in May. I love the stupid thing!

It took me a couple years to warm up to the Green. Pictures do not give the Hulk justice, AT ALL.

In the end, I was torn between a Daytona, BLNR, and the LVc. When I put on the LVc, it just sang to me, more than the others.

MATCH1969 · 4 July 2014, 03:56 PM

Hulk is great and amazing as soon as S'un is shinning

Cru Jones · 4 July 2014, 07:45 PM

the sooner you get it, the sooner you'll get to wear and enjoy it.

roverman318 · 5 July 2014, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by biggums

I would say at this point the three candidates are a two tone bluesy, Hulk or a Batman. Some gold is tempting.

Man all three are great choices. Good luck to you on what you decide. I know you'll enjoy it.

Psmith · 7 July 2014, 03:56 AM

If you like green then why not. I personally don't wear green, so that kinda rules out the LV for me. Having said that, I do like the green accents on the GMT IIc LN

biggums · 8 July 2014, 12:23 PM

Ok, I caved to the main stream look and picked up a 2013 Sub two tone Bluesy and gold Ceramic at the tune of $9800 delivered from a AD in La Jolla Ca.

I am excited for delivery Wed.

Thanks all for the Input and ideas!

Dave in Montana!

Rogdogg · 8 July 2014, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by biggums

Ok, I caved to the main stream look and picked up a 2013 Sub two tone Bluesy and gold Ceramic at the tune of $9800 delivered from a AD in La Jolla Ca.

I am excited for delivery Wed.

Thanks all for the Input and ideas!

Dave in Montana!

Don't forget, pictures or it didn't happen...

It's always a pleasure to see a two-tone bluesy.... Enjoy and wear in good health

nickb732 · 8 July 2014, 05:58 PM

Congrats! Although I might have gone for the Smurf if it was my last.

14060m · 18 July 2014, 09:40 AM

Waiting .....

Roll the Lex · 18 July 2014, 10:43 AM

Did the same thing- it was down to a hulk v. bluesy. I picked the bluesy as well. You'll love it. It looks fantastic. Did you get the flat blue or sunburst dial?

biggums · 19 July 2014, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roll the Lex

Did the same thing- it was down to a hulk v. bluesy. I picked the bluesy as well. You'll love it. It looks fantastic. Did you get the flat blue or sunburst dial?

I'm not sure how do I tell? Whatever it is I am amazed at the colors of the gold, ss, and blue! It is absolutely beautiful!!

Bigthrust · 23 July 2014, 05:37 AM

Be different and get the green sub!

watchfun2 · 31 July 2014, 09:25 PM

It is a gorgeous time-piece. If you like it, go ahead and get it after all it won't be your last piece to buy as you are still young!

locutus49 · 31 July 2014, 10:23 PM

Which AD in La Jolla? Reason being, I'm going there on vacation there and want to hit at least one.

Quote:

Originally Posted by biggums

Ok, I caved to the main stream look and picked up a 2013 Sub two tone Bluesy and gold Ceramic at the tune of $9800 delivered from a AD in La Jolla Ca.

I am excited for delivery Wed.

Thanks all for the Input and ideas!

Dave in Montana!

3 July 2014, 12:30 PM	#1
biggums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Helena, Montana Watch: Rolex 2c Sub Blue Posts: 268	Buying the "Hulk" concerns? I'm going to buy a ceramic sub within the next week. Green cars traditionally are slow sellers, my new Lund boat is green and I love it! Green clothes were never my thing, etc. etc. My question is for my final rolex purchase being 65 years old would a green sub ceramic look good, be recommended, be a turn off etc? I have owned several nice Rolex's in my day but for one reason or another ending up selling them and regretting that! The green sub interests me but I see so many for sale. Is there a problem in demand with this model or green rolex owners do you love them? Thanks for the feedback!

4 July 2014, 08:31 AM	#11
never2late "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Jerry Location: Cleveland, Ohio Watch: 116610LN Posts: 827	I had a black Sub C that I wore for about a year, got bored with it and gave it to my Son after buying the Hulk for myself to replace it. I'm wearing it now and loving it, but rotate it with my bluesy 16613. Oh, and I'm 67. __________________ "You, you and you, panic . . . the rest of you follow me!" Unknown Gunnery Sergeant, Vietnam 1966. Rolex, Sub 126610LN Omega Seamaster 300M Diver, Doxa Sub 200 Tudor Black Bay Bronze, Tudor Pelagos, (Blue).

7 July 2014, 03:56 AM	#21
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	If you like green then why not. I personally don't wear green, so that kinda rules out the LV for me. Having said that, I do like the green accents on the GMT IIc LN __________________

8 July 2014, 05:58 PM	#24
nickb732 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Nicholas Location: UK Posts: 2,630	Congrats! Although I might have gone for the Smurf if it was my last. __________________ Nick

18 July 2014, 09:40 AM	#25
14060m "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Watch: 116610 , 16233 Posts: 1,802	Waiting ..... __________________

3 July 2014, 12:42 PM	#2
Presa canary "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Justin Location: Pa Watch: Explorer ii Posts: 3,152	For your final rolex? The "hulk" wouldn't be in my top 10 of choices.

3 July 2014, 12:52 PM	#3
biggums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Helena, Montana Watch: Rolex 2c Sub Blue Posts: 268	I have some bucks coming soon. I almost pulled the trigger on a bluesy two tone ceramic sub built in 2013 used minty model for $10k. This is one of my most desired models but my dilemma is $10k is almost over the top for me. I know I can find two tone older mint subs for 2/3 the price. Well for a sticking sub that gets attention would a SS greeny be a good choice?

3 July 2014, 01:00 PM	#4
Rickn "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: Green Sub Posts: 604	I love my hulk. Don't wear it all the time, but it is probably my favorite watch which I own

3 July 2014, 01:41 PM	#5
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	I love my hulk, as much as I love it I don't know I would buy it as my last watch though good luck with your decision

3 July 2014, 02:16 PM	#6
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	That would be my next Rolex! Buy it and enjoy it.

3 July 2014, 02:16 PM	#7
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	Last watch probably not. For 8k-10k there are a few great options

4 July 2014, 07:11 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	Sure if there is nothing you like better, it looks great!

4 July 2014, 08:23 AM	#9
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	Just picked up my green Sub yesterday and am loving it. Initial thoughts were similar to yours in terms of a green watch, but after seeing it in person and trying it on, those concerns were put to rest. It truly is a fantastic looking watch. The green dial is not too overpowering as in some situations, it almost appears black. Go for it!

4 July 2014, 08:30 AM	#10
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	I am 64 and bought my Hulk when I was 63. I love it, and wear it with all colors. I will very likely buy another rolex, probably a Daytona, but that is not related to the Hulk: I just want another Rolex to rotate from time to time. I don't think there are a lot for sale relative to other subs, or even Daytonas. You may just be noticing the Hulks for sale because you are focused on them. It really comes down to: do you want a Sub that stands out a bit from the ordinary? And will you be happy with green? Because you could buy a Blue dial TT for a bit more, if you like blue better. But to buy a blue dial/bezel with a white metal bracelet, you have to buy a WG Blue Sub, which are well over 20K. Again, Green is not my favorite color, but I absolutely love my Hulk and will never sell or trade it. Just another opinion from a fellow geezer.

4 July 2014, 09:29 AM	#12
biggums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Helena, Montana Watch: Rolex 2c Sub Blue Posts: 268	Thanks for the great replays! I'm starting to warm up to a greeny since someone posted that beautiful watch worn on this thread. I'm in Montana and where I'm at the nearest AD is in Billings. I've never tried one on or seen one in person. When I called the Billings AD he tried to talk me into a Batman. He said they are the nicest looking Rolex's in his cabinet in his opinion. He said the demand is high for the blue and black. He did say the Hulk was not ostentatious or over the top. I owned a black ceramic pictured in my post and loved it but got kinda bored with it. I would say at this point the three candidates are a two tone bluesy, Hulk or a Batman. Some gold is tempting.

4 July 2014, 11:07 AM	#15
biggums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Helena, Montana Watch: Rolex 2c Sub Blue Posts: 268	Wow I love green!

4 July 2014, 02:16 PM	#16
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	Love it but not totally sold on it

4 July 2014, 03:56 PM	#18
MATCH1969 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PARIS Watch: Vintage Posts: 2,761	Hulk is great and amazing as soon as S'un is shinning

4 July 2014, 07:45 PM	#19
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,247	the sooner you get it, the sooner you'll get to wear and enjoy it.

8 July 2014, 12:23 PM	#22
biggums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Helena, Montana Watch: Rolex 2c Sub Blue Posts: 268	Ok, I caved to the main stream look and picked up a 2013 Sub two tone Bluesy and gold Ceramic at the tune of $9800 delivered from a AD in La Jolla Ca. I am excited for delivery Wed. Thanks all for the Input and ideas! Dave in Montana!

18 July 2014, 10:43 AM	#26
Roll the Lex "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,842	Did the same thing- it was down to a hulk v. bluesy. I picked the bluesy as well. You'll love it. It looks fantastic. Did you get the flat blue or sunburst dial?

23 July 2014, 05:37 AM	#28
Bigthrust "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Virginia, USA Watch: Rolex datejust Posts: 7	Be different and get the green sub!

31 July 2014, 09:25 PM	#29
watchfun2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Royston Location: singapore Watch: To update later Posts: 19	It is a gorgeous time-piece. If you like it, go ahead and get it after all it won't be your last piece to buy as you are still young!

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