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bigterpsfan · 2 November 2008, 07:36 PM

I have narrowed down my decision to these two watches. My AD says he can get me a 5% discount on both so that would be $5,700 for the Sub and $6,650 for the GMT. Which watch would you chose if you could only have one and why? Are these good prices for these watches? Thanks!

rolex_addict · 2 November 2008, 07:40 PM

I have both but prefer the SS sub. I am not sure why but whenever I'm wearing my sub I can't get my eyes off it!!

mike · 2 November 2008, 10:00 PM

The GMT IIc would be my choice.

unclesallie · 2 November 2008, 10:06 PM

for looks the sub, for functin, gmtII-c, for looks and function gmtII-c, for function sub.....no WONDER you're confused! make up my mind!

SLS · 2 November 2008, 10:06 PM

GMT IIc would be my choice!
~Scott

Quicksilver · 2 November 2008, 10:13 PM

The Sub is my choice. The GMT is very nice but the Sub is more classic in my eyes.

magnet_UK · 2 November 2008, 10:25 PM

Tough choice, have both, GMTIIc shades it... but only just

Ivy League · 2 November 2008, 10:31 PM

The GMTIIc is the best watch out there today. The sub is like Cinderella's ugly step sister.

Brunotheboxer · 2 November 2008, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ivy League

The GMTIIc is the best watch out there today. The sub is like Cinderella's ugly step sister.

I had the same dilemma as you a while back and ultimately chose the sub date. I dont like the polished center links of the GMT AT ALL. Plus I didn't want to spend $700 for a bezel. I personally like the look of the sub more. For me the sub is a watch that I can wear EVERYWHERE. I wear it to the beach, to work, to the gym, out at night, and even to do light yard work. No way I would wear a GMT to the beach and I spend alot of time at the beach year round. I'm not knocking the GMT, I just like the sub better.

Armand · 2 November 2008, 10:58 PM

My choise has bee and would be the GMT II - the most versatile Rolex IMO.

If only one Rolex, then the GMT II!

Hermann

clock · 3 November 2008, 04:59 AM

I would try the Sub and then the GMTc at your AD and you'll know which one you really prefer. If you're like me, you will need to try them on several times before deciding.

If it were me, I would go home with the GMTc on my wrist, no questions!

It's the journey, not only the destination, so enjoy the process to the fullest and please post your decision.

VDENTALS · 3 November 2008, 05:08 AM

Gmt LLC with sd band

Rhodan · 3 November 2008, 05:15 AM

The Sub was my choice. I didn't want the polished center link and to me the sub has a more classic look that can be worn on any occasion.

In the end it's what works for you. Try them both, take your time and when in doubt buy both!

ronin7 · 3 November 2008, 05:16 AM

Being in the uk cant comment on prices,but any discount is good news.myself i would go with the sub,timeless classic will go with formal and informal attire.its right for every occassion.

DDastady · 3 November 2008, 05:48 AM

You have a difficult decision, but both are very nice.

Nakow · 3 November 2008, 05:57 AM

Interesting question !!!
If you don't have a Sub date in your collection then I would reckon its must have watch ,if you already have one then don't hesitate for GMT IIc .

v_w_t · 3 November 2008, 06:01 AM

i think that the gmt is a better investment....

ciao

matteo

Art 1 · 3 November 2008, 06:06 AM

Not even close, get the GMT.

azmmza · 3 November 2008, 06:06 AM

I would get the GMT II c
The word on the street is that come Basel 2010 and the 16610 is history and will be updated with a new clasp, bezel, and maybe even a maxi dial.

I would not like to have a watch that was considered the "old" style
but you need to buy the watch that winks back at you
only you will be able to decide

dcmachead · 3 November 2008, 06:09 AM

I'm gonna have to vote for the GMT. The Sub looks nice, but the GMT looks nice and probably has more practical applications for everyday use.

Rolexism · 3 November 2008, 07:54 AM

I vote for GMT IIc because of the new features (clasp,bezel,function and etc.)

Roselló · 3 November 2008, 08:04 AM

The GMT IIc would be my choice.

dkpw · 3 November 2008, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azmmza

I would get the GMT II c
The word on the street is that come Basel 2010 and the 16610 is history and will be updated with a new clasp, bezel, and maybe even a maxi dial.

I would not like to have a watch that was considered the "old" style
but you need to buy the watch that winks back at you
only you will be able to decide

They were saying the Sub 16610 would be history at Basel this year - it's still going strong. I for one much prefer "old style" - one could call it classic. I'm not alone in thinking that the maxi case and dial of the "new" models is a retrograde step.

"New" is not always progress.

carbon6 · 3 November 2008, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ivy League

The GMTIIc is the best watch out there today. The sub is like Cinderella's ugly step sister.

...or the redheaded step child. The Sub is nice to have and the GMT IIc is even nicer.

Dylan Wade · 3 November 2008, 11:37 AM

Owned and wore a SS Sub and do miss it sometimes but the GMTIIc is a better wtach all round...........pretty simple

If the Sub does get updated as some claim (New Clasp, bezal and dial) then it will be a much tougher question to answer...........who's prepared to wait for a maybe?

moby33 · 3 November 2008, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ivy League

The sub is like Cinderella's ugly step sister.

Asinine statement IMO...no other way to put it!!!

klayface · 3 November 2008, 12:12 PM

I would say the sub, yeah keeping teact of a second time zone kicks ass but, that can be done with the sub . Just add or subtract hours, you know what I mean.

mdtddd2007 · 3 November 2008, 02:24 PM

Gmt IIc all the way...

Boopie · 3 November 2008, 02:30 PM

Submariner.

golfball123 · 3 November 2008, 02:33 PM

i hv both but if i need to choose gmt or subs... i will take the GMT

2 November 2008, 07:36 PM	#1
bigterpsfan Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 176	SS Sub or SS GMT IIc I have narrowed down my decision to these two watches. My AD says he can get me a 5% discount on both so that would be $5,700 for the Sub and $6,650 for the GMT. Which watch would you chose if you could only have one and why? Are these good prices for these watches? Thanks!

2 November 2008, 10:06 PM	#5
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	GMT IIc would be my choice! ~Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

2 November 2008, 10:13 PM	#6
Quicksilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: David Location: London+Guangzhou Watch: ing watches Posts: 2,603	The Sub is my choice. The GMT is very nice but the Sub is more classic in my eyes. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 116600, GMT Master II 16710 (Pepsi) and 116710 BLNR, Daytona 116500LN, Submariner 14060M.

2 November 2008, 10:25 PM	#7
magnet_UK "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: U.K. Posts: 253	Tough choice, have both, GMTIIc shades it... but only just __________________ Rolex - 116520 ~ 116710LN ~ 16610LV \| Panerai - PAM00425 ~ PAM00557 \| Tudor 79220N \| Zenith EP Chronomaster 1969

3 November 2008, 04:59 AM	#11
clock Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in a house Posts: 13,510	"Listen to your heart" I would try the Sub and then the GMTc at your AD and you'll know which one you really prefer. If you're like me, you will need to try them on several times before deciding. If it were me, I would go home with the GMTc on my wrist, no questions! It's the journey, not only the destination, so enjoy the process to the fullest and please post your decision.

2 November 2008, 07:40 PM	#2
rolex_addict "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: . Posts: 831	I have both but prefer the SS sub. I am not sure why but whenever I'm wearing my sub I can't get my eyes off it!!

2 November 2008, 10:00 PM	#3
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	The GMT IIc would be my choice.

2 November 2008, 10:06 PM	#4
unclesallie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	for looks the sub, for functin, gmtII-c, for looks and function gmtII-c, for function sub.....no WONDER you're confused! make up my mind!

2 November 2008, 10:31 PM	#8
Ivy League Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Earth Watch: 116710LN Posts: 448	The GMTIIc is the best watch out there today. The sub is like Cinderella's ugly step sister.

2 November 2008, 10:58 PM	#10
Armand Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Hermann Location: Middle of Europe Watch: 16710/3185 16613 B Posts: 413	My choise has bee and would be the GMT II - the most versatile Rolex IMO. If only one Rolex, then the GMT II! Hermann

3 November 2008, 05:15 AM	#13
Rhodan Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 41	The Sub was my choice. I didn't want the polished center link and to me the sub has a more classic look that can be worn on any occasion. In the end it's what works for you. Try them both, take your time and when in doubt buy both!

3 November 2008, 05:16 AM	#14
ronin7 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: bucks uk Watch: green submariner Posts: 424	Being in the uk cant comment on prices,but any discount is good news.myself i would go with the sub,timeless classic will go with formal and informal attire.its right for every occassion.

3 November 2008, 05:48 AM	#15
DDastady Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: USA Posts: 300	You have a difficult decision, but both are very nice.

3 November 2008, 05:57 AM	#16
Nakow "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canada Watch: 16622 Posts: 536	Interesting question !!! If you don't have a Sub date in your collection then I would reckon its must have watch ,if you already have one then don't hesitate for GMT IIc .

3 November 2008, 06:01 AM	#17
v_w_t "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chianti Italy Posts: 25	i think that the gmt is a better investment.... ciao matteo __________________

3 November 2008, 06:06 AM	#18
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Not even close, get the GMT.

3 November 2008, 06:06 AM	#19
azmmza "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: los angeles Posts: 231	I would get the GMT II c The word on the street is that come Basel 2010 and the 16610 is history and will be updated with a new clasp, bezel, and maybe even a maxi dial. I would not like to have a watch that was considered the "old" style but you need to buy the watch that winks back at you only you will be able to decide

3 November 2008, 06:09 AM	#20
dcmachead Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Washington, DC Watch: Rolex SS Daytona Posts: 122	I'm gonna have to vote for the GMT. The Sub looks nice, but the GMT looks nice and probably has more practical applications for everyday use.

3 November 2008, 07:54 AM	#21
Rolexism "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Kong Location: CT Posts: 111	I vote for GMT IIc because of the new features (clasp,bezel,function and etc.)

3 November 2008, 08:04 AM	#22
Roselló "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SA, Texas. Watch: * { SD & DJ } * Posts: 943	The GMT IIc would be my choice.

3 November 2008, 11:37 AM	#25
Dylan Wade Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC, Canada Watch: EXP II Posts: 545	Owned and wore a SS Sub and do miss it sometimes but the GMTIIc is a better wtach all round...........pretty simple If the Sub does get updated as some claim (New Clasp, bezal and dial) then it will be a much tougher question to answer...........who's prepared to wait for a maybe?

3 November 2008, 12:12 PM	#27
klayface Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Chuck Norris Location: So. California Watch: SS Daytona w/ dial Posts: 346	I would say the sub, yeah keeping teact of a second time zone kicks ass but, that can be done with the sub . Just add or subtract hours, you know what I mean.

3 November 2008, 02:24 PM	#28
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,785	Gmt IIc all the way...

3 November 2008, 02:30 PM	#29
Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,949	Submariner.

3 November 2008, 02:33 PM	#30
golfball123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: thailand / m'sia Watch: YG DD & GMT,TT SUB Posts: 1,265	i hv both but if i need to choose gmt or subs... i will take the GMT __________________ Present Collections TT Date-just, TT Sub. (Bluesy), YG Date-Date, YG GMT IIc (Black dial). SS GMT IIc

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