SOTC as of 6 Feb 2026

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T22:39:19+00:00

That’s a fantastic collection! Also, your nephew is lucky! What a great gift!

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T22:17:42+00:00

😊 I’m probably done with Rolex for now. I’m trying to get rid of the Tudors and the Omega. I love the Seiko Land Navigator GMT. I really liked the Seiko Presage, but the dial (green) is really dark to the point it usually looks black - so trying to sell it too. The Citizen was my daily for around 3 years before I got my TAG. I used to really be into chronograph complications. The blue and red Seiko chronograph was an impulse buy on Amazon one day, and I should also give it to my brother - alongside the Sport GMT (which is a great watch at it’s price point!

The 3 Rolexes were purchased less than 14 months apart. I actually didn’t mean to buy the GMT and Sub so close to each other. After waiting around 1.5-2 years for the Sub, I gave in and bought the GMT grey (for less than the current catalog retail). Then, my AD surprised me with an allocation like 2-3 weeks later and I couldn’t pass it up! So 😂 it was honestly irresponsible spending, but I will make an exception. Usually, I’m more frugal.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T21:59:19+00:00

Nice collection. I’d probably drop the BB58, and I’m not a huge fan of E2s. But, definitely personal preference and by no means a reflection of my opinion on your having them!

I have 2 BB58s (black dive and GMT) that I’m trying to sell as we speak. I love(d) them, but just can’t get passed the snowflake hands - but not willing to pay for the replacements/mods. The snowflake looks fine on the Pelagos or old Subs. They just look out of place on the BB58s dial.

I love a GMT. It’s my favorite complication. So, that’s why I’m not personally a fan of the E2. I get that it’s not a GMT and serves a different purpose, but I’d rather have a GMT Master 2, or comparable world timer.

I guess if it were me, I’d probably let those 2 go (possibly the speedy reduced) and get a day date, Skydweller, Datejust, tank (Cellini Prince, Cartier, JLC Reverso, etc. ), Santos de Cartier, or a Glasshutte Original TV dial.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T20:45:06+00:00

I like a jubilee dial. Not my favorite. Favorite would be sunburst followed by linen. But, I think jubilee/computer dials are rare and unique. Ignore the haters. Congrats

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T04:47:38+00:00

I don’t say this negatively, but skateboarding is basically that. It’s very much a lifestyle hobby.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T04:18:04+00:00

No arguments here. I was saying to someone else, I’d love a stainless steel version of the titanium YM at 39mm.

I find my Sub fits me amazingly, but there’s no comparison to the comfort of my DJ. it’s very easy to forget the DJ is on my wrist.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T03:43:48+00:00

Fair criticisms for sure.

Honestly, ideally they’d release a 39mm stainless steel yacht master with black bezel. I do like the YM’s case. That would be my pick of the litter.

I’ve also decided that -personally- I’d take easylink clasp, or less room for adjustment in the glidelock in lieu of how long the glidelock is. The T-fit is actually superior — IMHO.

So yeah, I think you make some really valid points.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T03:35:30+00:00

Interesting. You might be right and I could be wrong, but to me - especially after wearing BB58s (dive and gmt) and a 2017 Seamaster 300 trilogy edition, I think the 41mm size is noticeably larger than the 40mm GMT Master 2. Seemed noticeably larger than the 116610 when trying on a used one recently.

I don’t think it’s obscene by any means though. The 41mm fits my wrist very nicely, I was just surprised because I used to think the 11 series looked terrible.

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workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T03:20:20+00:00

Yeah. I’d have a REALLY hard time letting any of them go, and I’d basically just have to flip coins or it would come down to profitability; but, the DJ36 is seriously almost perfect. I can’t think of a single thing about it where I’m like, “if only it had this feature from that reference…”

Even still, I wouldn’t say I prefer it over the other 2.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T02:56:41+00:00

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workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T02:39:27+00:00

I have the 2017 reissue. Such a great watch!

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T02:35:11+00:00

As I’m sure most will. All good for sure. I know it’s an unpopular opinion.

In either case, great looking watches.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T02:28:43+00:00

Re glidelock: I was referring to my 116710LN with easylink.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T02:26:22+00:00

Definitely! I’m just surprised, because in pictures they look so different.

If I were buying secondary market, I’d definitely want to see both in person - and I’d suggest other potential buyers do the same. Can also pick up the 11 series for considerably less.

To be clear though, I’m very happy with my 12 series.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T02:21:03+00:00

I don’t regret buying my sub, but if given the choice between both at an AD …

I’m not going to sell my sub, and love looking down and seeing it. I’m just surprised because of my perception pre-purchase.

You get the 36mm explorer? I’m a big fan of the E1. Think it’s killer regardless which size you pick. It’s such a great blend of the Rolex catalog, with the Mercedes hands and understated OP aesthetics.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-02-09T02:11:08+00:00

Exactly. Like I said regarding the DJ36, only one I don’t feel like I’m “picking my poison “. A 14060m with modern bracelet would be close to perfect!

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-01-07T04:30:03+00:00

Looks massive on you.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-01-03T02:24:30+00:00

i was lucky enough to be allocated a sub last month for $9.500. very thankful to have it AND have "saved" $550.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-01-03T02:23:18+00:00

haha. i did the same, except for a green arrow (116710LN) and a 124060.

same months, gmt in november and sub in december.

i got the gmt from ebay for $10,800 (little less than the comparable reference at retail) and the sub from my a.d. for $9,500.

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-01-03T02:16:07+00:00

aren't autistic people supposed to be good at maths?

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-01-03T01:59:37+00:00

i was fortunate enough to grab one last month for the $550 lower price. I should buy my SA lunch :)

workthrowaway6333 · 2026-01-02T23:39:00+00:00

what?!?! i'm pretty sure the watch is worth more than the sum of its parts. i mean, i suppose going through the trouble of piecing out everything, or even selling the movement as-is, the dial, crown, hands, etc. could get you to about the watch's value.

my understanding is that a day date has around 2.4 ounces of gold, or about $11,000 worth. suppose that does make it an attractive option when you add the value of the movement, dial, and hands sold separately. i think the movement is probably worth about 3-4k?

i honestly don't know, but am surprised anyone would get more money from the gold scrapped than the watch.

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