I mean they DID just announce the land dweller.
I think it looks good! Don’t really care about the name. The bracelet is sick.Yeah it's sorta funny how everyone is losing their shit over it.
Sea Dweller is fine.
Sky Dweller is fine.
Land Dweller WTF???!!!???
Don't get me wrong, I don't have an issue with Rolex really, I want some of them quite badly honestly. However, some of the one brand fanatics are a bit much. The daytona being called the "cosmograph" when the Speedy racing watch is the one that went to the moon is still my favorite "name" though. Wasn't there a microbrand that recently came out with a "desk diver" to be awesome?Yeah it's sorta funny how everyone is losing their shit over it.
Sea Dweller is fine.
Sky Dweller is fine.
Land Dweller WTF???!!!???
Certified to 10"Do they have the "muff diver" model??
Wear the heck out of my Steinhart as you can see. Bracelet broke so threw a cheapo on it until new one comes. Once the 4 kids are out college in 3 years, dad is treating himself!
I've got a bronze case watch, the patina overtime is cool. Nice piece!
Yep, cocktail time "ice blue" one was my second watch purpose. You can't top the dials for the price point, and on a decent strap, you have exactly as you put it, a quick easy dress watch. The name may not conjure images of rolls royces or "the clout", but any watch fan in the room will honestly appreciate it more than many others, the irony of the cocktail time.
GMT II is my current favorite, but will have to go grey, no AD thinks highly enough of me
I swear I removed all photos from social media showing my boats transom, and the jet drive sticking out of it 
GMT II is my current favorite, but will have to go grey, no AD thinks highly enough of me
Yep, no matter my other watch purchases per year, without a wife and a jewelry purchase, they won't even entertain an OP, which I don't want. What I save over retail on Omegas, I will save going grey on a GMT rather than running those through them at retail. Pepsi is my number one wanted watch for past 5 years.
I have a purchase history through AD and have had pretty good connections a few years back. Now I am back on the grey market for this stuff I like. Honestly when you realize you are not going to be able to buy AD, add the tax, and then the circle jerk process that lasts years. It is not worth it. Just find a really nice grey outfit and be happy.
100%, with all that is involved, it really soured me on the enjoyment the watch would bring, so put it off even. Now, like you said, rely on your blessings to be able to afford the piece above retail, and have a pleasant experience, and not becoming a circus seal for some AD to dangle the fish in front of.
So I’ve been checking out the Happy Jewelers website. Don’t want to spend the money on a new watch. What’s the oldest Rolex watch should I be looking at for less then 15k. 10 years old? I like the Submariners and GMTs.
Honestly - I would not hesitate to buy any year as long as it fits your taste. Personally I like the wear and tear on the newer ceramic bezels - depending on model post 2000 or thereabouts. My two tone GMT II is an 2006. It runs and looks perfect. That is the cool thing about going to HJ they have hundreds of watches in the display case. You do not have to ask someone to bring them out. They will let you try anything on. If you are into watches it really is the closest thing to going into a candy store as a kid.
Like others have said, 15k is a nice budget. And by the way, most new Rolex's are cheaper than used ones. I love the GMT but the Sub really is a great first Rolex and is very wearable for daily use.
When it comes to Rolexes though, definitely have a try on of older vs new, the bracelets alone give a very different feel and owning experience. I like the new new myself, I love the engineering side of it, so the most up to date movement, slightly slimmer and shaped case, and ceramic bezel on a sub, 2022 and later would be my window. The ones a few years earlier have the maxi case, wider lugs, still ceramic, less power reserver (which really doesn't matter). If you get into the 20 plus year old stuff, I don't like the hollow end link bracelets that like to stretch and droop. Vintage isn't my thing with divers unless you go all the way back to Connery wearing his Sub in the 60's, that's one I like and the above issues I would just ignore.
I have a black two tone sub I’m looking to sell if you’re interested. I purchased it from happy jewelers a few years back, I can save you some money and no tax
Thanks for the offer. But Im just starting to do my homework before I make a purchase. If you like, post a pic of your watch.I have a black two tone sub I’m looking to sell if you’re interested. I purchased it from happy jewelers a few years back, I can save you some money and no tax
Not really my thing, but for the guy that can’t get enough Jack Daniel’s swag.
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Glashutte is a brand I like as well, if going for "under the radar" but that level above Omega/Rolex, etc. I have recently developed an affinity for the 70's styled Panorama date. For a more timeless look, and a bit more dressy, the PanoMatics are awesome as well. My favorite "out of state" AD where I buy my Omegas under favorable pricing sells GO as well if you would like an option there.
If I was to go Panerai, I think the new ones have gotten a little silly priced, and personally, I would go with one about 20 years old with the modified ETA movement to keep maintenance costs down.
If you are diver specific right now, my recent Tudor Black Bay 41mm with the burgundy dial and 5 link bracelet has been my most frequent wear, sub 5k as well.
Cool story would be the Blancpain 50 fathoms of course, but man, they are expensive these days. Tudor has a pelagos made from silver, not SS, that has always had me curious, but a bronze diver that will patina over time, that would be freakin' cool as well.
Let me know if any sound good, happy to spend someone else's money. I am buying a new Speedy tomorrow to replace one of the stolen watches, so only getting the expense, not the new watch fun
Glashutte is a brand I like as well, if going for "under the radar" but that level above Omega/Rolex, etc. I have recently developed an affinity for the 70's styled Panorama date. For a more timeless look, and a bit more dressy, the PanoMatics are awesome as well. My favorite "out of state" AD where I buy my Omegas under favorable pricing sells GO as well if you would like an option there.
If I was to go Panerai, I think the new ones have gotten a little silly priced, and personally, I would go with one about 20 years old with the modified ETA movement to keep maintenance costs down.
If you are diver specific right now, my recent Tudor Black Bay 41mm with the burgundy dial and 5 link bracelet has been my most frequent wear, sub 5k as well.
Cool story would be the Blancpain 50 fathoms of course, but man, they are expensive these days. Tudor has a pelagos made from silver, not SS, that has always had me curious, but a bronze diver that will patina over time, that would be freakin' cool as well.
Let me know if any sound good, happy to spend someone else's money. I am buying a new Speedy tomorrow to replace one of the stolen watches, so only getting the expense, not the new watch fun
Sent you a pmI have a black two tone sub I’m looking to sell if you’re interested. I purchased it from happy jewelers a few years back, I can save you some money and no tax
I think you mean silver 58? I've had one for a couple years. Cool piece, they get a nice tone on them but they are soft.Glashutte is a brand I like as well, if going for "under the radar" but that level above Omega/Rolex, etc. I have recently developed an affinity for the 70's styled Panorama date. For a more timeless look, and a bit more dressy, the PanoMatics are awesome as well. My favorite "out of state" AD where I buy my Omegas under favorable pricing sells GO as well if you would like an option there.
If I was to go Panerai, I think the new ones have gotten a little silly priced, and personally, I would go with one about 20 years old with the modified ETA movement to keep maintenance costs down.
If you are diver specific right now, my recent Tudor Black Bay 41mm with the burgundy dial and 5 link bracelet has been my most frequent wear, sub 5k as well.
Cool story would be the Blancpain 50 fathoms of course, but man, they are expensive these days. Tudor has a pelagos made from silver, not SS, that has always had me curious, but a bronze diver that will patina over time, that would be freakin' cool as well.
Let me know if any sound good, happy to spend someone else's money. I am buying a new Speedy tomorrow to replace one of the stolen watches, so only getting the expense, not the new watch fun
Oh, correct, not Pelagos.
. I probably would only ever have a two hander on a proper dress watch, but I even am not that much of a stickler for the rules on dress watches, all for a second hand if available.
100%I get why people like that last Panerai, looks awesome, but I have a weird thing where I need that seconds hand on any mechanical watch I own, I need it to show me why I paid more than quartz
I like hearing someone else that is into the "story". That's my favorite part, so whether it be military service, pop culture, historical significance, etc, I like the talking point, even if I have no one to talk to about it, makes me smile. As Britt says, something to the effect of "watches are the meeting point of art, history, fashion, and engineering". Each one of those categories adds value, and carry a different weight with me. HIstory and engineering lead the way, but hell, every once in a while you see something, don't even register the brand or anything, and just think "I gotta have it" on looks alone. Its always better when there is a good story to go with the attraction.
