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Le Chef · 20 July 2014, 06:49 AM

Was getting something done at my AD and he had a still in it's box BLNR in stock. Took a close look, and long enough to know I prefer my GMT LN. It's obviously a great watch, but not for me.

Also looked at an Explorer 1 and loved everything about it - minimalist, no date, and far enough under the radar as to be unnoticeable - that I can see it will be the next addition to the stable.

Tools · 20 July 2014, 07:15 AM

I agree with you..

I do not find the blue and black bezel very attractive at all.

Rickn · 20 July 2014, 07:16 AM

The blnr is pretty easy to come by now. Pretty much every ad has one in stock. I like it, passed on it for a LV sub. That said could see it joining me sometime down the road. Agree with the your opinion on the Exp 1. That was my first nice watch, and it is just so elegant and understated.

SohAIS · 20 July 2014, 07:19 AM

Agreed that Explorer1 is an awesome watch

RolexJNJ · 20 July 2014, 07:55 AM

Beautiful watch...but also not for me!

hardel · 20 July 2014, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Rickn

The blnr is pretty easy to come by now. Pretty much every ad has one in stock. I like it, passed on it for a LV sub. That said could see it joining me sometime down the road. Agree with the your opinion on the Exp 1. That was my first nice watch, and it is just so elegant and understated.

Not in arlanta

Bangel · 20 July 2014, 07:59 AM

The BLNR sure seems popular, but if it's not for you, it's an easy decision to leave it in the AD display case.

hardel · 20 July 2014, 07:59 AM

Atlanta - sigh autocorrect

hardel · 20 July 2014, 08:00 AM

I have yet to try one on - I hope I don't like it - b/c the pics on here make me want it lol

Joearch · 20 July 2014, 08:25 AM

Funny to me how folks post the BLNR not doing for them. I would guess 90% of the Rolex line is not for me but ......

nauticajoe · 20 July 2014, 08:26 AM

I prefer the LN as well. To each their own.

eas · 20 July 2014, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Joearch

Funny to me how folks post the BLNR not doing for them. I would guess 90% of the Rolex line is not for me but ......

AS1 · 20 July 2014, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Joearch

Funny to me how folks post the BLNR not doing for them. I would guess 90% of the Rolex line is not for me but ......

agreed!

Shelby-villian · 20 July 2014, 09:09 AM

Negative threads with no substance serve no purpose except to make others feel worse.

GradyPhilpott · 20 July 2014, 09:22 AM

To each his own. I would not argue with any man's taste, but I will say this.

You really have no idea what the BNLR bezel insert is like, unless you've seen it under a variety of lighting conditions.

I like the blue/black, personally, as one is likely to see it in pictures, but as I write this I'm sitting at my desk with a lamp on with all the light reflecting off the walls and ceiling.

Under these conditions, it looks like an LN and there are various other effects as well.

However, given enough white light, you can't get away from the fact that it is a BLNR.

Progman2000 · 20 July 2014, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Shelby-villian

Negative threads with no substance serve no purpose except to make others feel worse.

Seriously? We're all adults here, the BLNR is one of the popular new models, the OP posted he saw it and wasn't impressed. Did that really cross the politically correct line in a watch forum? Give me a break.

GradyPhilpott · 20 July 2014, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Shelby-villian

Negative threads with no substance serve no purpose except to make others feel worse.

It's just an opinion.

The Libertine · 20 July 2014, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Le Chef

Was getting something done at my AD and he had a still in it's box BLNR in stock. Took a close look, and long enough to know I prefer my GMT LN. It's obviously a great watch, but not for me.

Also looked at an Explorer 1 and loved everything about it - minimalist, no date, and far enough under the radar as to be unnoticeable - that I can see it will be the next addition to the stable.

When you know what you like, you know what you like.

GradyPhilpott · 20 July 2014, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Rickn

The blnr is pretty easy to come by now. Pretty much every ad has one in stock.

If you live in a highly populated area, this might be true, but if you live off the beaten path, they're not so abundant.

Of course, while I had to wait six weeks for mine to come in, I could have gotten one from a "trusted seller" in a few days.

They're not rare, but I wouldn't say that the market is flooded, either.

mike · 20 July 2014, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

If you live in a highly populated area, this might be true, but if you live off the beaten path, they're not so abundant.

Of course, while I had to wait six weeks for mine to come in, I could have gotten one from a "trusted seller" in a few days.

They're not rare, but I wouldn't say that the market is flooded, either.

Agreed. Interestingly I see more of the new SDs than the BLNR.

HogwldFLTR · 20 July 2014, 10:01 AM

For me I prefer an older Pepsi or a newer SubC. I also don't get much in terms of thrills from the Blue and Black. For those that like them; it seems like a great watch but not the color combo in my mind's eye.

GradyPhilpott · 20 July 2014, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

Agreed. Interestingly I see more of the new SDs than the BLNR.

My AD has yet to see his first SD. That's how out of the way we are. However, we are at the crossroads of I-40 and I-25 and we have an international airport.

We just don't have the population.

SeaAndSky · 20 July 2014, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Joearch

Funny to me how folks post the BLNR not doing for them. I would guess 90% of the Rolex line is not for me but ......

Well said. What are they reacting to?

HogwldFLTR · 20 July 2014, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

My AD has yet to see his first SD. That's how out of the way we are. However, we are at the crossroads of I-40 and I-25 and we have an international airport.

We just don't have the population.

Been there a number of times and even toured some of the surrounding Pueblos. A great area. Just down the road from Santa Fe.

GradyPhilpott · 20 July 2014, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Been there a number of times and even toured some of the surrounding Pueblos. A great area. Just down the road from Santa Fe.

There's no place on Earth I'd rather be than ABQ. Part of the reason I can buy Rolex watches is that now that my parents are gone, every time I think about traveling, I think about it for a second and go, "Naw!"

Maybe later, I'll feel like it, but for now, I'm good.

Boothroyd · 20 July 2014, 10:31 AM

To OP, I went in to purchase an BLNR, and ended up with a DJ II several months ago.

I suppose that's why Rolex makes so many models! Not my particular cup of tea, but know it will be a very popular model, as are many.

applebook · 20 July 2014, 11:24 AM

The BLNR looks amazing. It's subtle in most lighting conditions, but I certainly prefer it over the all black.

T01 · 20 July 2014, 12:43 PM

Just sharing his opinion! LN is a great watch!

z0mghenry · 20 July 2014, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by hardel

Not in arlanta

The AD I went to (in Alpharetta) did not have one but only took two weeks to get one for me

dennywags · 20 July 2014, 01:17 PM

I was at the Rolex store in Chicago today. They had one of everything except a BLNR.

All 6 sky dwellers.
Platinum daytona
White gold sub
New sea dweller.

20 July 2014, 06:49 AM	#1
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	Passed on a BLNR Was getting something done at my AD and he had a still in it's box BLNR in stock. Took a close look, and long enough to know I prefer my GMT LN. It's obviously a great watch, but not for me. Also looked at an Explorer 1 and loved everything about it - minimalist, no date, and far enough under the radar as to be unnoticeable - that I can see it will be the next addition to the stable.

20 July 2014, 07:15 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2025 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,620	I agree with you.. I do not find the blue and black bezel very attractive at all. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

20 July 2014, 09:22 AM	#15
GradyPhilpott 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,477	To each his own. I would not argue with any man's taste, but I will say this. You really have no idea what the BNLR bezel insert is like, unless you've seen it under a variety of lighting conditions. I like the blue/black, personally, as one is likely to see it in pictures, but as I write this I'm sitting at my desk with a lamp on with all the light reflecting off the walls and ceiling. Under these conditions, it looks like an LN and there are various other effects as well. However, given enough white light, you can't get away from the fact that it is a BLNR. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

20 July 2014, 10:01 AM	#21
HogwldFLTR 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,798	For me I prefer an older Pepsi or a newer SubC. I also don't get much in terms of thrills from the Blue and Black. For those that like them; it seems like a great watch but not the color combo in my mind's eye. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

20 July 2014, 10:31 AM	#26
Boothroyd 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Daniel Location: Minneapolis, MN Watch: Wilsdorf(s) Posts: 10,281	To OP, I went in to purchase an BLNR, and ended up with a DJ II several months ago. I suppose that's why Rolex makes so many models! Not my particular cup of tea, but know it will be a very popular model, as are many. __________________ Explorer 214270 MK I/Datejust II Black 116300/Tudor Heritage Black Bay Black 79220N

20 July 2014, 07:16 AM	#3
Rickn "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: Green Sub Posts: 604	The blnr is pretty easy to come by now. Pretty much every ad has one in stock. I like it, passed on it for a LV sub. That said could see it joining me sometime down the road. Agree with the your opinion on the Exp 1. That was my first nice watch, and it is just so elegant and understated.

20 July 2014, 07:19 AM	#4
SohAIS ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2025 Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Aamir Location: Atlanta, Georgia Watch: Patek, Rolex Posts: 35,192	Agreed that Explorer1 is an awesome watch

20 July 2014, 07:55 AM	#5
RolexJNJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: Chicago Posts: 5,036	Beautiful watch...but also not for me!

20 July 2014, 07:59 AM	#7
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	The BLNR sure seems popular, but if it's not for you, it's an easy decision to leave it in the AD display case.

20 July 2014, 07:59 AM	#8
hardel "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Atlanta Watch: 116000 Posts: 146	Atlanta - sigh autocorrect

20 July 2014, 08:00 AM	#9
hardel "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Atlanta Watch: 116000 Posts: 146	I have yet to try one on - I hope I don't like it - b/c the pics on here make me want it lol

20 July 2014, 08:25 AM	#10
Joearch 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 4,934	Funny to me how folks post the BLNR not doing for them. I would guess 90% of the Rolex line is not for me but ......

20 July 2014, 08:26 AM	#11
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	I prefer the LN as well. To each their own.

20 July 2014, 09:09 AM	#14
Shelby-villian "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: S *, C Watch: 18** Posts: 255	Negative threads with no substance serve no purpose except to make others feel worse.

20 July 2014, 11:24 AM	#27
applebook "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: vancouver Posts: 1,918	The BLNR looks amazing. It's subtle in most lighting conditions, but I certainly prefer it over the all black. __________________

20 July 2014, 12:43 PM	#28
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	Just sharing his opinion! LN is a great watch!

20 July 2014, 01:17 PM	#30
dennywags "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: GMT BLNR Posts: 224	I was at the Rolex store in Chicago today. They had one of everything except a BLNR. All 6 sky dwellers. Platinum daytona White gold sub New sea dweller.

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