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DTM1 · 3 June 2019, 05:53 PM

Hi Guys,

I'm torn with these two watches. Tried them both on and both are drop dead beautiful. Wan't fan of TT before but these two changed my mind.
I think the bluesy is more in your face (louder) and the root bear more elegant, just wanted to know what others think.
I am looking to buy brand new, but the chnr is 25% more than retail while I can get the bluesy at retail price (maybe even a little bit below).
My heart ever so slightly leans towards the root bear (maybe because it's newer, I don't know) but my mind says the bluesy is the better buy (with a better clasp as well).

macrowatch · 3 June 2019, 06:11 PM

HK is tough, but I believe traveling around will be able to find CHNR at retail once it’s not a new watch. Reminds me of green Milguass when first out. Anyways, I found one in South Asia when on vacation (though they did bring it out from the back).

teck21 · 3 June 2019, 06:13 PM

Sounds like you like both equally, and cost is is an area of concern to you.

In my case I didn’t even want a Bluesy at first, like yourself not least because it’s so in your face.

But I got it, and I love it. More and more each day. I am no longer self conscious about how blingy it might be when I wear it.

Unless you have a greater desire for the CHNR, I don’t think you will go wrong spending a bit less for the Sub.

And it’s always nice not paying over retail.

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Xtralarg · 3 June 2019, 07:17 PM

Bluesy is a classic and should be part of any solid Rolex collection. Put it next to anything and it stands its ground. When I hopd it next to my hulk I wonder why the hulk is worth more! The CHNR is a beautiful piece and I'll add one some day, but the sub is more striking IMO.

1William · 3 June 2019, 08:59 PM

Both are nice watches but I prefer the Submariner to the GMT. I have owned Rolex rose gold before and it does not work well with my skin tone nor do I own any other rose gold items. The Submariner has the amazing Glide Lock Clasp which is one of the best ever for a perfect fit. I would also not pay a premium for a watch that will be worth less in the used market as soon as the newness wears off. Go with the TT Submariner, I don't think you will regret it.

Solo118 · 3 June 2019, 09:36 PM

The 116613 used to be my favorite, it is stunning and you get a great bang for your buck. The blue dial simply amazing, but yes it is loud and if you are looking to be under the radar this is not the one.

However once i saw that CHNR it really blew me away. Rose gold is a bit more under the radar (which is what I go for!) plus it has the beautiful "root beer" ceramic bezel. The black dial is a bit "basic" but the gilt text and rose gold hour markers/hands really set it off. On top of everything you get the very useful GMT function so overall it is the nearly perfect watch for any situation.

DoctorA · 3 June 2019, 10:00 PM

There’s something very special about the blue Rolex!!!

HK Islandboy · 3 June 2019, 10:09 PM

I voted bluesy...though, if I’m honest, it is one of these watches that I like more in theory than on my wrist. I love how it looks on others and have had few chances to buy one from ADs, but when I try one on, I have ended up passing

Amochosto · 3 June 2019, 10:17 PM

I tend to like the black Bezel and face on TT Rolex sport watches, but having seen both the above watches in real life, I have a slight preference for the bluesy. Both are very nice, and the CHNR is much better in person than in pics, but I like the bluesy a bit better.

rsm335dase · 3 June 2019, 10:20 PM

Was initially won over by the Root Beer-having sold my Bluesy...Huge mistake as I was totally regretting the move.However soon found a replacement that was even more accurate (+1 sec per day)and the crown perfectly lines up!
Needless to say I bailed out and have satisfied my Rose Gold craving with a beautiful Rose Gold Yachtmaster 116621 as well.

watchwatcher · 3 June 2019, 10:24 PM

In two tone, I like the way the RG blends with the steel better than YG. So, CHNR is my vote.

However, in full gold, the bluesy wins. IMO.

So the logical thing would be to get the TT CHNR and full 18k bluesy. Problem solved, you're welcome.

Wrist Watcher · 3 June 2019, 10:52 PM

I’ve held both, and I prefer the LB. It’s a classic and always will be imo. The blue is also amazing.

MTdweller · 3 June 2019, 11:52 PM

IMO, these are the best two Rolex TT sports models available. Of the two, I prefer the LB - I’ve always loved the blue sunburst dial!

T01 · 4 June 2019, 12:07 AM

Bluesey

ap1 · 4 June 2019, 12:57 AM

Chnr for the win

incontrol · 4 June 2019, 01:06 AM

I could not decide, so I have both.

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alpine24 · 4 June 2019, 03:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DTM1

Hi Guys,

I'm torn with these two watches. Tried them both on and both are drop dead beautiful. Wan't fan of TT before but these two changed my mind.
I think the bluesy is more in your face (louder) and the root bear more elegant, just wanted to know what others think.
I am looking to buy brand new, but the chnr is 25% more than retail while I can get the bluesy at retail price (maybe even a little bit below).
My heart ever so slightly leans towards the root bear (maybe because it's newer, I don't know) but my mind says the bluesy is the better buy (with a better clasp as well).

the CHNR is not that hard to get @ MSRP....I would just wait if that's the watch you want....I was able to help out two TRF members out last month and one for my local friend. Local AD got me three rootbeer in less than a month...I'm sure there will be some out there...good luck

SS Oyster · 4 June 2019, 03:30 AM

Rootbeer

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Solo118 · 4 June 2019, 04:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alpine24

the CHNR is not that hard to get @ MSRP....I would just wait if that's the watch you want....I was able to help out two TRF members out last month and one for my local friend. Local AD got me three rootbeer in less than a month...I'm sure there will be some out there...good luck

Any chance you can help out another "friend"

alpine24 · 4 June 2019, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solo118

Any chance you can help out another "friend"

sure...next time I get a call, i'll post it up like the other two....

Dawg2 · 4 June 2019, 07:02 AM

Bluesy for me.

Beto737 · 4 June 2019, 07:45 AM

I was very close to buying a bluesy about five years ago. But the bling factor was simply a bit much for me. There’s no denying however, it’s a good looking piece.

I finally purchased a TT Rolex, and it was the CHNR. This piece in my opinion, plays both the bling, and the elegant factor very well. You get the luster of gold without so much of the “in your face” factor.

piratfisk · 4 June 2019, 07:53 AM

Submariner all day between these two.

77T · 4 June 2019, 07:55 AM

For just a bit more than you’d pay for the CHNR you could have a couple of true blue originals: a 16613 & a 16753.

The original root beer and original bluesy are not hard to find and would serve you as well as the new versions.

If you have already considered vintage and decided against it then apologies for the detour. But if you haven’t tried them on, you may be surprised by their sleeker lines and nice warm colors.

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Hadden · 4 June 2019, 08:24 AM

Root beer, seems more unique to me.

blacksun · 4 June 2019, 10:44 AM

CHNR Rootbeer .. i think it is more fashion , more unique , more classy , less bling bling ...

siempreko · 4 June 2019, 10:55 AM

Both are unique & beautiful watches! Between the two, I would definitely pick the 13LB! The blue dial is stunning! It is truly a classic!

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Jazzmeup · 4 June 2019, 11:06 AM

Definitely CHNR, the combination is just stunning. To me it is the best Rolex TT.

arsenyc · 4 June 2019, 11:41 AM

Root beer, amazing combo IRL.

brmeyers · 4 June 2019, 12:31 PM

I like and owned the Bluesy slightly better as a TT and I like my current Full Gold CHNR slightly better than The YG Sub I had for a while.
But honestly those are the best TTs IMO and you cannot go wrong either way.
The only other TT I really liked a lot in person was 5980-1AR which is now a very UNREASONABLE price.

View Poll Results: CHNR VS Bluesy
CHNR	130	62.20%
Bluesy	79	37.80%
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3 June 2019, 05:53 PM	#1
DTM1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: hong kong Posts: 25	126711 (root bear) vs 116613 (bluesy) Hi Guys, I'm torn with these two watches. Tried them both on and both are drop dead beautiful. Wan't fan of TT before but these two changed my mind. I think the bluesy is more in your face (louder) and the root bear more elegant, just wanted to know what others think. I am looking to buy brand new, but the chnr is 25% more than retail while I can get the bluesy at retail price (maybe even a little bit below). My heart ever so slightly leans towards the root bear (maybe because it's newer, I don't know) but my mind says the bluesy is the better buy (with a better clasp as well).

3 June 2019, 10:00 PM	#7
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	There’s something very special about the blue Rolex!!! __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

3 June 2019, 10:17 PM	#9
Amochosto "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Canada Watch: Me Posts: 1,168	I tend to like the black Bezel and face on TT Rolex sport watches, but having seen both the above watches in real life, I have a slight preference for the bluesy. Both are very nice, and the CHNR is much better in person than in pics, but I like the bluesy a bit better. __________________ 1771036 Stupidity is doomed, therefore, to cringe at every syllable of wisdom Heraclitus of Ephesus

3 June 2019, 10:52 PM	#12
Wrist Watcher 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 1,447	I’ve held both, and I prefer the LB. It’s a classic and always will be imo. The blue is also amazing. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV (Hulk) Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLRO (Pepsi) Rolex Daytona 116500LN (White)

3 June 2019, 06:11 PM	#2
macrowatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: HK Posts: 4,366	HK is tough, but I believe traveling around will be able to find CHNR at retail once it’s not a new watch. Reminds me of green Milguass when first out. Anyways, I found one in South Asia when on vacation (though they did bring it out from the back).

3 June 2019, 06:13 PM	#3
teck21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Teck Location: South East Asia Watch: Tudor Black Bay 58 Posts: 1,846	Sounds like you like both equally, and cost is is an area of concern to you. In my case I didn’t even want a Bluesy at first, like yourself not least because it’s so in your face. But I got it, and I love it. More and more each day. I am no longer self conscious about how blingy it might be when I wear it. Unless you have a greater desire for the CHNR, I don’t think you will go wrong spending a bit less for the Sub. And it’s always nice not paying over retail. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 June 2019, 07:17 PM	#4
Xtralarg "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: London/Dubai Posts: 713	Bluesy is a classic and should be part of any solid Rolex collection. Put it next to anything and it stands its ground. When I hopd it next to my hulk I wonder why the hulk is worth more! The CHNR is a beautiful piece and I'll add one some day, but the sub is more striking IMO.

3 June 2019, 08:59 PM	#5
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,639	Both are nice watches but I prefer the Submariner to the GMT. I have owned Rolex rose gold before and it does not work well with my skin tone nor do I own any other rose gold items. The Submariner has the amazing Glide Lock Clasp which is one of the best ever for a perfect fit. I would also not pay a premium for a watch that will be worth less in the used market as soon as the newness wears off. Go with the TT Submariner, I don't think you will regret it.

3 June 2019, 09:36 PM	#6
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,087	The 116613 used to be my favorite, it is stunning and you get a great bang for your buck. The blue dial simply amazing, but yes it is loud and if you are looking to be under the radar this is not the one. However once i saw that CHNR it really blew me away. Rose gold is a bit more under the radar (which is what I go for!) plus it has the beautiful "root beer" ceramic bezel. The black dial is a bit "basic" but the gilt text and rose gold hour markers/hands really set it off. On top of everything you get the very useful GMT function so overall it is the nearly perfect watch for any situation.

3 June 2019, 10:09 PM	#8
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	I voted bluesy...though, if I’m honest, it is one of these watches that I like more in theory than on my wrist. I love how it looks on others and have had few chances to buy one from ADs, but when I try one on, I have ended up passing

3 June 2019, 10:20 PM	#10
rsm335dase "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Plymouth UK Posts: 86	Was initially won over by the Root Beer-having sold my Bluesy...Huge mistake as I was totally regretting the move.However soon found a replacement that was even more accurate (+1 sec per day)and the crown perfectly lines up! Needless to say I bailed out and have satisfied my Rose Gold craving with a beautiful Rose Gold Yachtmaster 116621 as well.

3 June 2019, 10:24 PM	#11
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,011	In two tone, I like the way the RG blends with the steel better than YG. So, CHNR is my vote. However, in full gold, the bluesy wins. IMO. So the logical thing would be to get the TT CHNR and full 18k bluesy. Problem solved, you're welcome.

3 June 2019, 11:52 PM	#13
MTdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ty Location: West Coast Watch: the time fly! Posts: 1,493	IMO, these are the best two Rolex TT sports models available. Of the two, I prefer the LB - I’ve always loved the blue sunburst dial!

4 June 2019, 12:07 AM	#14
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	Bluesey

4 June 2019, 12:57 AM	#15
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,519	Chnr for the win

4 June 2019, 01:06 AM	#16
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	I could not decide, so I have both. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

4 June 2019, 03:30 AM	#18
SS Oyster 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,202	Rootbeer Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 June 2019, 07:02 AM	#21
Dawg2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: North Carolina Posts: 228	Bluesy for me.

4 June 2019, 07:45 AM	#22
Beto737 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Somewhere Posts: 805	I was very close to buying a bluesy about five years ago. But the bling factor was simply a bit much for me. There’s no denying however, it’s a good looking piece. I finally purchased a TT Rolex, and it was the CHNR. This piece in my opinion, plays both the bling, and the elegant factor very well. You get the luster of gold without so much of the “in your face” factor.

4 June 2019, 07:53 AM	#23
piratfisk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Jake Location: Slam Diego Watch: 16233, 116619LB Posts: 2,310	Submariner all day between these two.

4 June 2019, 07:55 AM	#24
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,944	For just a bit more than you’d pay for the CHNR you could have a couple of true blue originals: a 16613 & a 16753. The original root beer and original bluesy are not hard to find and would serve you as well as the new versions. If you have already considered vintage and decided against it then apologies for the detour. But if you haven’t tried them on, you may be surprised by their sleeker lines and nice warm colors. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

4 June 2019, 08:24 AM	#25
Hadden "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Melbourne Watch: Hulk Posts: 14	Root beer, seems more unique to me.

4 June 2019, 10:44 AM	#26
blacksun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Istanbul Posts: 211	CHNR Rootbeer .. i think it is more fashion , more unique , more classy , less bling bling ...

4 June 2019, 10:55 AM	#27
siempreko "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Maryland, USA Watch: Sometimes Posts: 1,197	Both are unique & beautiful watches! Between the two, I would definitely pick the 13LB! The blue dial is stunning! It is truly a classic! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 June 2019, 11:06 AM	#28
Jazzmeup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: NY Posts: 32	Definitely CHNR, the combination is just stunning. To me it is the best Rolex TT.

4 June 2019, 11:41 AM	#29
arsenyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: NJ Posts: 17	Root beer, amazing combo IRL.

4 June 2019, 12:31 PM	#30
brmeyers "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Bryant Location: Florida Watch: ...Your Thoughts Posts: 2,171	I like and owned the Bluesy slightly better as a TT and I like my current Full Gold CHNR slightly better than The YG Sub I had for a while. But honestly those are the best TTs IMO and you cannot go wrong either way. The only other TT I really liked a lot in person was 5980-1AR which is now a very UNREASONABLE price.

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