Help me with a Rolex decision please

[CMJ]

Hi all

I have lurked for a while as an aveded watch fan. My collection includes a Rolex Daytona, Zenith Port Royal, Omega Planet Ocean 44mm and a Citizen ECO because I liked it !!

I have a serious 'itch' for a Rolex Sub OR Sea dweller prompted by both watches appearing in the window of my local Goldsmiths. Having given both some thought he are my issues which I would like some comments on

1. Which sub do I buy ? The new one or the prvious model. If previous which vintage ?
2. I thought I liked the new Sea Dweller deep sea but having read all the reviews and seeing that almost every Rolex AD seems to have one in there window I am now not sure.
3. This therefore then leads me to the old Sea Dweller. Again same question. If the previous model which vintage ?

I know there are many other watches I could be looking at but as I say I have an itch for one or both of these Rolexs and it needs urgent scratching

[audidoody]

Classic pre-owned Sub for me every time.

[LukeBird]

Which one is really down to you, there's not much we can do to help I'm afraid!
Personally I prefer the older stuff with matte dials as they look much less shiny and as such fulfil the 'tool watch' category for me. If I were to buy a more modern one, it would definitely be prior to the inclusion of the engraved rehaut (around 2006 on a Submariner, never on the Sea Dweller).

Beyond that, it purely comes down to which you prefer aesthetically (be it a vintage or modern & the model) and how deep your pockets are.

[Chipchap]

I have had a "16613" Sub bi-metal with blue dial & bezel, for almost 15yrs now. Worn every day until recently. It has been my favourite watch of all time.

It is currently with Rolex Service as i though it deserving of a service and full refurb. Having a new crystal & bezel, full case polish and strap/clasp polish too. It even comes back with a 12mth warranty from Rolex themselves.

PM me if it is of any interest to you, as I will part with it when I get it back. all boxes/papers/anchor etc


Allan

[LordGrover]

10 year old sub here: click - any good?

[darreni]

Chipchap said:

I have had a "16613" Sub bi-metal with blue dial & bezel, for almost 15yrs now. Worn every day until recently. It has been my favourite watch of all time.

It is currently with Rolex Service as i though it deserving of a service and full refurb. Having a new crystal & bezel, full case polish and strap/clasp polish too. It even comes back with a 12mth warranty from Rolex themselves.

PM me if it is of any interest to you, as I will part with it when I get it back. all boxes/papers/anchor etc


Allan

Allen, ive sent you an email that will be of interest.

Cheers

Darren.

[Chipchap]

Got it and replied thanks Darren.

Now back on topic........ Choose the Rolex that you like most OP , never worry about anything else. I lusted after my Bi Sub for almost 10yrs before I bought it. Life is too short.





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[MrTickle]

I have a bi-Sub date (sounds a bit dodgy that, but you know what I mean) put to one side at my AD at the moment.

It will be my 40th present from the missus. I have a s/s sub date at the moment.

Torn between having it as an additional watch, or not stretching my finances quite so much and trading the s/s one against it......

[Mr E Driver]

I would look at an older sub from Mike Wood where you can be sure you are buying a 100% good buy.

[stuttgartmetal]

Bi-metal subs are just trying too hard, sorry.

[MrTickle]

Wurls said:

I've had a 16613 "bi sub" from new since 2004. Love it. Go for it. If you can get a second hand 16613, send it straight off to Rolex for some love and you'll have a classic, as new piece for less than a new SS ceramic sub.

I like the idea of the new ceramic one and keeping it for many many years. The deal is good (I think) @ £6K for a brand new one.

[Mr E Driver]

I wouldn't buy a Bi-metal Rolex either.
I have a ceramic GMT2 and that's a bit too blingy for me and when they get very scratched they will get brushed to match the rest of the bracelet.

[Mr E Driver]

If you really must http://www.tz-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t...

[MrTickle]

Mr E Driver said:

If you really must http://www.tz-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t...

Looks nice, but the one I have put to one side is the blue ceramic and face - it's why I like it.

Appreciate the comments about bi-metals - which is why my preference would be to keep the s/s one as day to day and use the bi as more of an evening out watch.

[Mr E Driver]

MrTickle said:

Looks nice, but the one I have put to one side is the blue ceramic and face - it's why I like it.

Brave man buying that.....how long have they had it in stock?

[MrTickle]

Mr E Driver said:

Brave man buying that.....how long have they had it in stock?

This is why I (at the risk of hijacking the thread) wanted to get some opinion. I love the watch, but my knowledge is thin. The discount seems strong (£1500) but I appreciate any bi metal rolex bought new will take a bit of a bath.

Is it the equivalent of a brown 911 targa tiptronic with ruffled seats whereas my s/s sub date is the 911C2 manual in black? or not quite that extreme?

[Mr E Driver]

Have a look at this there are others that may match your analogy better....

[MrTickle]

Thanks for that...

hmmm..... i changed to this after seeing the s/s daytona was £7K

now I am having doubts.

[Mr E Driver]

Recently a couple of Daytonas have been selling for around £6.3k to £6.5k on TZ

[MrTickle]

Wurls said:

Mr E Driver said:

Recently a couple of Daytonas have been selling for around £6.3k to £6.5k on TZ

What sort of age? Any linky?

Something like this I guess

http://www.tz-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t...

Wish I had seen this - would have been very tempted.