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08-19-2020, 12:49 PM
#6361
Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
The aqua terra came in today. Gotta say I've already fallen in love with it.
merlin hard. that blue is so sexy.
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I didn't know you were looking to get something dressy for your next piece. I just know i definitely was because the tudor bronze is full blown sporty. Not AS silly as my Oris Chronograph when worn with a dress shirt, but not far.
Agreed on all counts. I'd love a BLNR, but also know it's not very….dressy?
I can't(won't) justify dropping 8k+ on full blown dress watch like the glashutte panomatic lunar or a lange saxonia, since i don't dress up enough.
So yeah the DJ41 smooth bezel/jubileee bracelet was supposed to be my next acquisition that i can easily wear with jeans and a tee but also looked appropriate for suit and tie situations too. I could probably make an argument for my other grail piece, the JLC Reverso GMT, but i'm in desperate need of a steel bracelet watch at this point. All my chit is leather and it's kinda annoying.
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08-19-2020, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Thanks guys. I agree. I love the blue. I'm glad I ended up going with this one instead of the newer models with the horizontal lines, and the date at 6 o'clock.
merlin hard. that blue is so sexy.
Had to have a couple of links taken out, and the fit is perfect now. Made me realize that my submariner was to loose on the wrist. So now I gotta take it and have another link removed.
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08-19-2020, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
This. Blue is my jam.
merlin hard. that blue is so sexy.
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08-19-2020, 01:29 PM
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08-19-2020, 01:42 PM
#6365
Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
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The aqua terra came in today. Gotta say I've already fallen in love with it.
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08-21-2020, 07:27 AM
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i have a tag heur formula 1 43mm that i wear every day. I am wanting to get something vintage to add to my collection that is under 2k what do you guys suggest?
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08-21-2020, 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
The aqua terra came in today. Gotta say I've already fallen in love with it.
Have the same watch in grey… wish I would have gotten it in blue
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08-21-2020, 09:33 AM
#6368
Originally Posted By STLbuilder⏩
I'm not a fan of vintage (or watches under $2000 for that matter), but to offer something constructive I like the vintage cartier tanks as a "fashion accessory" of sorts.
i have a tag heur formula 1 43mm that i wear every day. I am wanting to get something vintage to add to my collection that is under 2k what do you guys suggest?
I don't wear bracelets, but if i did that would be a good watch to pair one with. Also the "must de cartier" versions can be found for $900 to $3000.
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08-21-2020, 11:37 AM
#6369
Originally Posted By STLbuilder⏩
Hit up Kabananga (OP of this thread). He's a vintage watch dealer and should be able to get you sorted.
i have a tag heur formula 1 43mm that i wear every day. I am wanting to get something vintage to add to my collection that is under 2k what do you guys suggest?
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08-25-2020, 02:12 PM
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I still really want dis. That dial is just stupid gorgeous.
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08-25-2020, 02:18 PM
#6371
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
I like that one a lot. I also like the black dark side of the moon watch. I think if I got another one I’d either go with one of those, or get a stainless submariner like the hulk. But only if I could get one for around retail. Which doesn’t seem likely.
I still really want dis. That dial is just stupid gorgeous.
https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/w...E&gclsrc=aw.ds
That one in particular looks sick to me.
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08-25-2020, 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
I was fortunate enough to try both the grey and dark side on side by side. I was sold on the dark side from photos, but in person the ceramic looks like plastic. Hated it to be honest. The grey side on the other hand actually looked completely like polished and brushed steel. Really liked it. When I got the speckled platinum dial in the sun, and saw the subsequent lume shot I was absolutely sold that it was one of my future must havs.
I like that one a lot. I also like the black dark side of the moon watch. I think if I got another one I’d either go with one of those, or get a stainless submariner like the hulk. But only if I could get one for around retail. Which doesn’t seem likely.
https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/w...E&gclsrc=aw.ds
That one in particular looks sick to me.
https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/w...E&gclsrc=aw.ds
That one in particular looks sick to me.
However, I'm currently sitting with a 43mm tank of a watch on leather. I would LOVE something more chic/slick on steel (hence the constant harping on DJ41), but i can't seem to shake the pull to the grey side.
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08-25-2020, 03:12 PM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
That DJ41 is beautiful. From what I've read Rolex is supposed to release their upcoming lineup on September 1st. Will be interesting to see what they show. Even though I can't afford another one right now anyways..
I was fortunate enough to try both the grey and dark side on side by side. I was sold on the dark side from photos, but in person the ceramic looks like plastic. Hated it to be honest. The grey side on the other hand actually looked completely like polished and brushed steel. Really liked it. When I got the speckled platinum dial in the sun, and saw the subsequent lume shot I was absolutely sold that it was one of my future must havs.
However, I'm currently sitting with a 43mm tank of a watch on leather. I would LOVE something more chic/slick on steel (hence the constant harping on DJ41), but i can't seem to shake the pull to the grey side.
However, I'm currently sitting with a 43mm tank of a watch on leather. I would LOVE something more chic/slick on steel (hence the constant harping on DJ41), but i can't seem to shake the pull to the grey side.
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08-26-2020, 05:43 AM
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Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
I heard that too, and to that point I was told that there would be some new datejust configurations coming out. Will be interesting indeed.
That DJ41 is beautiful. From what I've read Rolex is supposed to release their upcoming lineup on September 1st. Will be interesting to see what they show. Even though I can't afford another one right now anyways..
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08-26-2020, 06:46 AM
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Visited the first AD here in VA. Lady said they had…wait for it…75 people…on the list for a blue/black GMT. I just laughed inside and said ok. She took my name down but i did tell her i would also like a DJ41 in Jubilee/Blue/Stick/Fluted combo. She sort of was surprised i wanted a Jubilee. Still have another dealer to visit. Gave me a solid compliment on the AK and said theyve suddenly become very popular (sure they have….). Not even sure if she wrote down the BLNR on my info form.
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08-26-2020, 09:39 AM
#6376
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
I’d love that GMT as well.
Visited the first AD here in VA. Lady said they had…wait for it…75 people…on the list for a blue/black GMT. I just laughed inside and said ok. She took my name down but i did tell her i would also like a DJ41 in Jubilee/Blue/Stick/Fluted combo. She sort of was surprised i wanted a Jubilee. Still have another dealer to visit. Gave me a solid compliment on the AK and said theyve suddenly become very popular (sure they have….). Not even sure if she wrote down the BLNR on my info form.
As someone not familiar with how stock works on these things how come they are so hard to get? Do they just make fewer of them compared to the two tone submariners and the standard black and stainless sub?
Or do they make a similar amount and they’re just that much more popular? If I wanted one do I just go to an AD and have em put me on a list? Would that guarantee me one eventually?
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08-26-2020, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
Visited the first AD here in VA. Lady said they had…wait for it…75 people…on the list for a blue/black GMT. She took my name down.
I would have stopped her right there, said "thank you for your time" and walked out. God bless you for having the patience to play the "hot-rollie" game. Thank god the DJ seems to be an undesirable piece.
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08-26-2020, 10:13 AM
#6378
Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
I’d love that GMT as well. When you look it up some people are trying to sell it for 20k! And I saw a hulk listed for 24k. Wtf.
As someone not familiar with how stock works on these things how come they are so hard to get? Do they just make fewer of them compared to the two tone submariners and the standard black and stainless sub?
Or do they make a similar amount and they’re just that much more popular? If I wanted one do I just go to an AD and have em put me on a list? Would that guarantee me one eventually?
As someone not familiar with how stock works on these things how come they are so hard to get? Do they just make fewer of them compared to the two tone submariners and the standard black and stainless sub?
Or do they make a similar amount and they’re just that much more popular? If I wanted one do I just go to an AD and have em put me on a list? Would that guarantee me one eventually?
Funny, I bought my hulk back when they were sitting in the case, and passed on a BLNR sitting in the case and suggested my friend buy it, which he did. The good old days…
I've read something like they make 5x more black than green. Nobody really knows, this is just pretty much what ADs have told people and a lot of guessing. The only thing we know for sure is that they make more black than green.
You can give your info to an AD, but that doesn't really mean much. They might keep a real list, they might not. They might actually save your details, they might throw them away the second you walk out. You might have even been on a real list for two years only to find out Sep 1st that it's been discontinued. No guarantees. Just look at the GMT LN that was the easiest one to get, just randomly got discontinued, and prices shot up like crazy.
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08-26-2020, 10:46 AM
#6379
Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
I just hope they don't discontinue the GMT Batman or the Hulk so I could get one in the next year or two. Rumor is the Hulk could be gone, but I'd be just as happy with that BLNR.
Funny, I bought my hulk back when they were sitting in the case, and passed on a BLNR sitting in the case and suggested my friend buy it, which he did. The good old days…
I've read something like they make 5x more black than green. Nobody really knows, this is just pretty much what ADs have told people and a lot of guessing. The only thing we know for sure is that they make more black than green.
You can give your info to an AD, but that doesn't really mean much. They might keep a real list, they might not. They might actually save your details, they might throw them away the second you walk out. You might have even been on a real list for two years only to find out Sep 1st that it's been discontinued. No guarantees. Just look at the GMT LN that was the easiest one to get, just randomly got discontinued, and prices shot up like crazy.
I've read something like they make 5x more black than green. Nobody really knows, this is just pretty much what ADs have told people and a lot of guessing. The only thing we know for sure is that they make more black than green.
You can give your info to an AD, but that doesn't really mean much. They might keep a real list, they might not. They might actually save your details, they might throw them away the second you walk out. You might have even been on a real list for two years only to find out Sep 1st that it's been discontinued. No guarantees. Just look at the GMT LN that was the easiest one to get, just randomly got discontinued, and prices shot up like crazy.
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08-26-2020, 11:02 AM
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Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
The current BLNR has only been around for like a year, so it's not going anywhere. People have been predicting the hulk being discontinued for years, and it hasn't happened. In it's current form, it will be discontinued for sure at some point, but whether that means discontinued altogether, or just changed to the 3235 movement, we'll see. I think we might see all the Subs given the 3235 on Sept 1.
I just hope they don't discontinue the GMT Batman or the Hulk so I could get one in the next year or two. Rumor is the Hulk could be gone, but I'd be just as happy with that BLNR.
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08-26-2020, 11:20 PM
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Does anyone trust buying from a non authorized rolex dealer? Can anyone vouch for a reputable seller? I see so many I want on ebay but I just don't trust that I'm getting some real or not tampered with. Seems like all the good deals are in Florida.. I already have a rule about never buying a supercar/exotic from Florida.
Looking for a John Mayer, or might settle with a Paul Newman… Would love a BLNR.
Looking for a John Mayer, or might settle with a Paul Newman… Would love a BLNR.
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08-26-2020, 11:41 PM
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Originally Posted By luckyboy23⏩
Davidsw is in Orlando
Does anyone trust buying from a non authorized rolex dealer? Can anyone vouch for a reputable seller? I see so many I want on ebay but I just don't trust that I'm getting some real or not tampered with. Seems like all the good deals are in Florida.. I already have a rule about never buying a supercar/exotic from Florida.
Looking for a John Mayer, or might settle with a Paul Newman… Would love a BLNR.
Looking for a John Mayer, or might settle with a Paul Newman… Would love a BLNR.
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08-27-2020, 04:28 AM
#6383
Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
Thanks! Lol deleted because I posted while on mobile and wasn’t sure if I embedded right. Was gonna repost when I got home. Just never did.
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Edit: I saw your deleted post earlier ******* Unstumpable. Nice duo srs.
Edit: I saw your deleted post earlier ******* Unstumpable. Nice duo srs.
The two tone black sub is nice. Just wish I wore it more. Once I got it I realized I was more of a stainless guy over gold. Don’t wanna sell though as maybe I’ll grow into appreciating it more someday. But in my everyday life it’s a little to loud.
With the blnr and hulk. I would feel my collection is good enough to quit collecting lol or so I say now.
Hopefully this works
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08-27-2020, 08:43 AM
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All of this makes me sort of have a sour taste in my mouth with ADs. The one who got my AK showed me pics of when he first started about 2 years ago at the time (this time last year) and they had a case full of crap.
@Will yeah i sort of laughed and was like this is BS. They didnt really go out of their way to chit chat like the last did. So that's what really got me.
@Will yeah i sort of laughed and was like this is BS. They didnt really go out of their way to chit chat like the last did. So that's what really got me.
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08-27-2020, 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
Here ya go m9-1
Thanks! Lol deleted because I posted while on mobile and wasn’t sure if I embedded right. Was gonna repost when I got home. Just never did.
The two tone black sub is nice. Just wish I wore it more. Once I got it I realized I was more of a stainless guy over gold. Don’t wanna sell though as maybe I’ll grow into appreciating it more someday. But in my everyday life it’s a little to loud.
With the blnr and hulk. I would feel my collection is good enough to quit collecting lol or so I say now.
Hopefully this works
The two tone black sub is nice. Just wish I wore it more. Once I got it I realized I was more of a stainless guy over gold. Don’t wanna sell though as maybe I’ll grow into appreciating it more someday. But in my everyday life it’s a little to loud.
With the blnr and hulk. I would feel my collection is good enough to quit collecting lol or so I say now.
Hopefully this works
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As for waiting lists; my watchmaker who works for a Rolex Service Center got on the list as soon as the GMT jubilee got unveiled like a year or two ago, and still has to wait 5 years
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08-27-2020, 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
Kowabunga fixed your image for you. Now that I can see it, it's definitely a strong 2piece collection. Nice steel Omega, nice steel Rolex. I personally think the blnr AND hulk would be a little steel-overkill. Would likely look to have at least one full dressy patek/lange/JLC to rock in those rarer formal occasions to completely round out the collection but that's just me. Your aqua terra is already a nice versatile piece that you can flex in a suit so you're not far off the mark anyway. Nicely done.
Thanks! Lol deleted because I posted while on mobile and wasn’t sure if I embedded right. Was gonna repost when I got home. Just never did.
The two tone black sub is nice. Just wish I wore it more. Once I got it I realized I was more of a stainless guy over gold. Don’t wanna sell though as maybe I’ll grow into appreciating it more someday. But in my everyday life it’s a little to loud.
With the blnr and hulk. I would feel my collection is good enough to quit collecting lol or so I say now.
Hopefully this works
The two tone black sub is nice. Just wish I wore it more. Once I got it I realized I was more of a stainless guy over gold. Don’t wanna sell though as maybe I’ll grow into appreciating it more someday. But in my everyday life it’s a little to loud.
With the blnr and hulk. I would feel my collection is good enough to quit collecting lol or so I say now.
Hopefully this works
Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
Was it a dedicated Rolex Boutique or an AD that sold other brands? I've never even walked into a dedicated Rolex Boutique before because I know that is the exact experience i'm gonna get. They're so used to tire kickers and window shoppers, and they know damn well they have their VIP of VIPs list of multi-millionaires so they have no reason to give anyone who isn't buying a Cellini the time of day.
All of this makes me sort of have a sour taste in my mouth with ADs. The one who got my AK showed me pics of when he first started about 2 years ago at the time (this time last year) and they had a case full of crap.
@Will yeah i sort of laughed and was like this is BS. They didnt really go out of their way to chit chat like the last did. So that's what really got me.
@Will yeah i sort of laughed and was like this is BS. They didnt really go out of their way to chit chat like the last did. So that's what really got me.
ADs that sell multiple brands are typically more of the watch enthusiast variety that welcome casual watch chat even if they don't have your piece available to you.
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08-27-2020, 02:09 PM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
You might be right about too much steel. Will probably just choose the one I can find in stock first between the BLNR and Hulk. I don't know much about the other brands you mentioned. Pretty sure Patek prices me out immediately lol I can't foresee a future where I'll ever be able to drop more than 15k on a watch. If I do it'll probably be when I'm much older lol so that might be the case with the other two brands you mentioned as well.
Kowabunga fixed your image for you. Now that I can see it, it's definitely a strong 2piece collection. Nice steel Omega, nice steel Rolex. I personally think the blnr AND hulk would be a little steel-overkill. Would likely look to have at least one full dressy patek/lange/JLC to rock in those rarer formal occasions to completely round out the collection but that's just me. Your aqua terra is already a nice versatile piece that you can flex in a suit so you're not far off the mark anyway. Nicely done.
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Will probably just chill for a couple years and continue saving.
What would you suggest for a full dressy watch that's under 10k? edit- just saw that JLC you posted at the top of the page. That's a pretty watch, and seems to be in the realm of possibility. Would be nice to have one nice watch on a leather strap.
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08-27-2020, 02:10 PM
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Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
100% reputable? No fake/hollow links and chit?
Davidsw is in Orlando
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Edit: I saw your deleted post earlier ******* Unstumpable. Nice duo srs.
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08-27-2020, 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted By luckyboy23⏩
100% reputable? No fake/hollow links and chit?
Sucks being a low rank to all these AD's
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Davidsw is 100% reputable. Not sure what your hollow links issue is. It either originally came with them or it didn't.
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08-27-2020, 02:26 PM
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Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
I'm pals with a few collectors including some close friends and family. I've been warned about buying online and getting gold plated replica links which are hollow inside, along with fake gold crowns/clasps. Those thoughts always sit with me now.
Davidsw is 100% reputable. Not sure what your hollow links issue is. It either originally came with them or it didn't.
Thanks for the recommendation though!
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