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Old 5 April 2017, 07:59 PM   #1
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Hi Guys

Well I'm back in the saddle after a absence whereby I sold all of my Rolex's (Sea-Dweller, GMT Pepsi, Yacht-Master, 16610LV, & GMT 116710)

Just over a month ago I purchased the Sub Date Ceramic 116610LN & I am loving it. The best all round watch IMHO that works well for everything.

I am also on a waiting list with my AD for the ceramic Daytona, but in the meantime I am looking at another Rolex & am torn between the new Explorer or the GMT Batman 116710BLNR.

Could I have some honest opinions from people please taking into consideration what I currently own, etc. The Daytona is my ultimate goal, but I can't fully decided between the Explorer or the GMT Batman.

Thanks all
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Old 5 April 2017, 08:35 PM   #2
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I see Brexit was very good to you The BLNR would be my choice
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Old 5 April 2017, 08:44 PM   #3
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I'd go BLNR. Nice to have a little color on the collection.


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Old 5 April 2017, 08:46 PM   #4
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I would go with the BLNR. Some will say it is close to the Sub in appearance but I don't think so. If you were talking the Polar Explorer II that would be my choice. Completely different from the Sub and the white dial and orange hand are great.
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Old 5 April 2017, 08:48 PM   #5
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Old 5 April 2017, 08:52 PM   #6
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Blnr. I'm still trying to get used to the pcls though....

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Old 5 April 2017, 08:56 PM   #7
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Another vote for the BLNR, splash of color , functionality make it the perfect daily wearer.
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Old 5 April 2017, 09:53 PM   #8
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I would go with the BLNR. Some will say it is close to the Sub in appearance but I don't think so. If you were talking the Polar Explorer II that would be my choice. Completely different from the Sub and the white dial and orange hand are great.
That was my main concern. How similar the Sub & GMT look!

Not looking at the Explorer II
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Old 5 April 2017, 10:02 PM   #9
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Go with BLNR. Receiving mine today from SoHAIS. Will make a great duo with my 114060 I bought on 2/2017.
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Old 5 April 2017, 10:34 PM   #10
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That was my main concern. How similar the Sub & GMT look!



Not looking at the Explorer II


I had the BLNR and Sub no-date. Realized it was too similar so I swapped the no-date for the Hulk. Now that's a pretty good combo


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Old 5 April 2017, 10:51 PM   #11
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Old 5 April 2017, 11:11 PM   #12
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BLNR def is popular on the forum and is a great watch.... but would try both on a few times and see what suits your needs/desires. Between the two, I am likely going w the 2016 explorer in a few months


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I gave up the 116710LN too many times. I haven't given up the BLNR. I find it has got a lot more character. Good luck deciding. My vote goes to the gorgeous BLNR.
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Old 6 April 2017, 12:29 AM   #17
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BLNR gets my vote.
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Old 6 April 2017, 12:32 AM   #18
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Old 6 April 2017, 12:43 AM   #19
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Another blnr for me ...
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BLNR is a total beauty! and it's a very diverse addition to any collection.
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Old 6 April 2017, 01:59 AM   #22
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Can I see some more pictures please
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Why the purge and reversal
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Old 6 April 2017, 04:18 AM   #25
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I think you want the Exp as you sold the GMTc already and the Sub is more similar.
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Old 6 April 2017, 04:21 AM   #26
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Why the purge and reversal
I went through a stage 10 years ago when I was just kept buying Rolex watches. Sold all at a profit & now I'm back again. The Daytona is my grail watch but that's long term.
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I think you want the Exp as you sold the GMTc already and the Sub is more similar.
That is a fair point!
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Old 6 April 2017, 04:25 AM   #28
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I think you want the Exp as you sold the GMTc already and the Sub is more similar.
+ 1 and eventually you'll have DaytonaC. So, Explorer is my option as well. You can actually trade your SubC Date for BLNR and buy Explorer on the side. That would be better combination. Good Luck!
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The BLNR. Just got it today.


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Another vote for BLNR, it will keep your mind off the Daytona until its arrival. Have you been given any indication where you are on the list?
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