Still Stuck

[IlDuce]

Hey guys!


I've probably made about a million posts already, but I still haven't made up my mind. I need help picking my first watch. I know it's about what you like, but I also want advice on whether something will hold value and not be a fad.

I have been going back and forth on a Submariner v. FF Automatique. I narrowed it down back to Sub (LV, LN), but now I have fallen in love with the Tank watch series from Cartier. I love the Tank Solo REF#W5200026, but I cannot justify spending 8K+ on a Cartier. I have no problem dropping 10K+ on a Rolex because I know the value will hold.

The other part of me is wondering if I am falling for either a fad or I am steering too far into a formal watch.

What are your opinions on Cartier v. Rolex? Specifically W5200026 v. 116610LN/LV.

[nick c]

I would say go for Rolex first then go Cartier

[watchwatcher]

Two completely different watches. Look at your lifestyle and dress and go with what suits you more.

I will say, though, it's hard to beat a sub for your first.

[IlDuce]

Originally Posted by nick c

I would say go for Rolex first then go Cartier

Exactly what I am thinking, but that Cartier is so gorgeous. I wish Rolex made Tank like watches, today.

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Two completely different watches. Look at your lifestyle and dress and go with what suits you more.

I will say, though, it's hard to beat a sub for your first.

It is extremely hard to go against the Sub. I cannot justify spending the same amount for a Cartier. I feel as if I am an old soul, which is why I fell in love with the Cartier. It looks presidential and the elegance it offers is one of a kind. I dress pretty preppy, so I guess both would work.

[And1dre]

I would go with Rolex

[AF_Rob]

Originally Posted by nick c

I would say go for Rolex first then go Cartier

Concur.

[Sydny2]

Have you tried both on? Rolex and Cartier are located next to each other. I personally prefer SubC.

[GMT13]

Wait to see what comes out at Baselworld.
Then buy the Rolex.
You should not wear that Cartier everyday.

[Louis (Toronto)]

I'm not a huge fan of that Cartier. Out of those two the Sub for sure. I like the Santos 100 or the Calibre De Cartier with the in house movement if I'm going with Cartier.

But for your first luxury watch you can't go wrong with a Rolex. It always feels special to put a Rolex on your wrist.

[CLTRolex]

Both those watches are at opposite ends of the spectrum. Get both

[stevedssd]

116610LN would be my choice

[AK797]

Originally Posted by nick c

I would say go for Rolex first then go Cartier

For sure, and Nick has a lot of both so he would know. I would probably add the SS Tank if both is a stretch, I had one, a fine dress piece.

[BLACKHORSE 6]

A Cartier Tank is the dress watch that I'm planning on buying in the future. They're a great watch.

But go Rolex first.

[1st amg]

Rolex first, the Cartier brand gets hammered in the grey market.

[cop414]

Rolex first

[masyv6]

Rolex by a long, long, long margin.

[nick c]

Originally Posted by AK797

For sure, and Nick has a lot of both so he would know. I would probably add the SS Tank if both is a stretch, I had one, a fine dress piece.

Neil

[brandrea]

Submariner, no contest

[IlDuce]

Originally Posted by And1dre

I would go with Rolex

Yea. I think you're right. I might get both, but I don't want to over spend on my first watch purchase. I never owned a watch.

Originally Posted by AF_Rob

Concur.

Concur.

Originally Posted by Sydny2

Have you tried both on? Rolex and Cartier are located next to each other. I personally prefer SubC.

I've tried the Subs on, but not the Cartier. I just love the presidential look on it. Kennedy wore one.

Originally Posted by GMT13

Wait to see what comes out at Baselworld.
Then buy the Rolex.
You should not wear that Cartier everyday.

Not interested in what comes out at Baselworld. I lean towards traditional looks. Too many colors tend to throw me off. The LV is just perfect in color.

Originally Posted by Louis (Toronto)

I'm not a huge fan of that Cartier. Out of those two the Sub for sure. I like the Santos 100 or the Calibre De Cartier with the in house movement if I'm going with Cartier.

But for your first luxury watch you can't go wrong with a Rolex. It always feels special to put a Rolex on your wrist.

You might be right. I think you're right.

Originally Posted by CLTRolex

Both those watches are at opposite ends of the spectrum. Get both

Might have to do that.

Originally Posted by stevedssd

116610LN would be my choice

Clean choice!

Originally Posted by AK797

For sure, and Nick has a lot of both so he would know. I would probably add the SS Tank if both is a stretch, I had one, a fine dress piece.

I'd believe him.

Originally Posted by BLACKHORSE 6

A Cartier Tank is the dress watch that I'm planning on buying in the future. They're a great watch.

But go Rolex first.

Rolex indeed!

Originally Posted by 1st amg

Rolex first, the Cartier brand gets hammered in the grey market.

Yea. That is what I worry about. I don't plan on selling it, ever, but I like having a piece of mind.

Originally Posted by cop414

Rolex first

Originally Posted by masyv6

Rolex by a long, long, long margin.

[U5512]

Go Rolex Sub or go home.

[superstarmar]

Sub all the way !!!

[SeaDweller50]

I think you might prefer the 114060.

[MonBK]

Originally Posted by IlDuce

Exactly what I am thinking, but that Cartier is so gorgeous. I wish Rolex made Tank like watches, today.

Perhaps you should look at the Cellini line?

[yannis]

I vote for Sub first whether it is a 116610LN or 114060. Of course there is the colorful option of a 116610LV.

[Eatapp]

I can see the allure of the Cartier. I'd go Sub first, it's so versatile. I too love "old soul" type watches, have you considered a Reverso? I'd still go Sub! Good luck.

[Racerdj]

My thoughts too.

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Two completely different watches. Look at your lifestyle and dress and go with what suits you more.

I will say, though, it's hard to beat a sub for your first.

[travisb]

Like the majority - Sub first (LV) for daily wear and the Cartier for dress to follow.

[Rolex.c6]

Both look great, but hey this is TRF, so you probably gonna hear Sub a lot. I would say Watchwatcher says it best, Sub C is the best choice for a first watch!

[mjclark32]

Originally Posted by racerdj

my thoughts too.

x3

[1William]

I would go with the Sub as a first and the cornerstone of any collection. You can buy a SS Sub-ND C 114060 slightly pre-owned from one of our Trusted Sellers here for right around 6K. If in the future, if you would like to move on to a Hulk or other watch then you will not get hurt in a trade/flip. The Cartier is a different story though. A little internet research will show a lot of opinions but I am of the school of thought that Cartier, while some very interesting designs, does not really move into serious watches. I know the history of the company, but if you buy it you own it. Look at the retail prices, then look at the resale value of any model. And that is asking price not buying price. Do yourself a favor and expand your search into JLC, Longines or several others and save yourself some money.