Rolex

While browsing intensely last night I’ve decided to pick up the Rolex 126619LB today at a local grey dealer. The price was too good to be true in the resale market. The stock photo on the website had always captured my attention. That blue bezel insert al...  

Thank you for sharing your in depth impressions. Considering where steel prices are, I personally find precious metal models more attractive, even if I don't have any rolex in the stable. Wear it in good health!

Well, I think steel Rolexs are always going to be in demand. They are the bread and butter stuff for the brand. Also relatively affordable. The gold pieces however are expensive, and are priced accordingly with where the price of gold is. In that regard i... 

The feeling on the wrist must be cool!

The feeling on the wrist is sublime. Never owned a precious metal sports diver. This is the first, and could very well be my last. Best Gatsby

Always fascinates me to be a part of someone’s watch collecting journey. I think at some point I will begin writing posts on my watch collecting journey here. It’s been two and half decades of serious watch collecting, I’m definitely going to want to pen ... 

I love the other options like your or the Pepsi blue dial which looks similar to the steel version to the untrained eye…

I have tried it a couple of times and I really like it. As you say, the grey market prices are attractive too. Enjoy your watch. All the best, Jon

I’m still trying to understand it. Rolex is all about the nuances, the little details. Nothing that complex but takes time for one’s appreciation to set in. And as with time perceptions always change. Best Gatsby

The bezel is a really nice tone of blue, and as you state, they can be had well below retail. I also bought mine on the secondary market a while ago. It’s flies below the radar as well. ...  

I’m so glad that you thought the same as I did. I now know that I’m not insane at the very least lol. I just put the sub next to the GMT in stainless steel. The subtle difference between both metals is truly gratifying. I love the warmth of (white) gold. ... 

Very accurate description of this understated reference. I have mine close to two years now and love it same as the first day I got it(I payed retail). Same as you, while historically the previous model is more significant, it was a little bit to loud for...  

I hear you on the LV mate. Correct me if I’m wrong but most people would tend to buy the LV first before the LB if given a choice. I went the opposite way. Going to try and see if it actually changes anything in terms of how I feel about their ownership. ... 

You are way too kind with your words. I do agree that the combination of white gold and blue accents typically would capture my attention. And in this instance too much of it that I ended up buying the watch. Best Gatsby

Looks awesome on you!

Hope you’ve been well mate and nice “seeing you” on the forum. Best Gatsby

You know it well. “Iconic” is the word. Best Gatsby

Hope you’re living vicariously through my photos 😆 Best Gatsby

Thanks for the review and write-up...I hear you about the evolution of our collecting and tastes as we 'mature'...lol Great addition to your collection!

The evolution of our tastes and collecting…that’s a big and interesting topic we must all discuss. I would however not like to discuss how we’ve all “matured” lol. It’s better to revel in our youth 😂 Best Gatsby

Beautiful this is. Chk

I’ve been impressed myself too. HAGWE. Best Gatsby

Appreciate the kind words mate. Best Gatsby

Remove the stickers. It sticks out.

beautiful watch. In my opinion you can never go wrong buying a Rolex!

Totally utilitarian for almost all occasions. If Bond can wear a sub on nato with a tuxedo, anything is possible with Rolex. Best Gatsby

I have come to love heavy metal sports watches. I was listening to U2 all day while wearing this watch. I love the heft of a white gold sub. Best Gatsby

You seem to be living in my head my dear friend 😁😁😁 Best Gatsby

Happy for you. Congratulations, good choice. 👍 Geross.

Congrats, and enjoy it.

I just read your post written years ago: I am reliving your memory in the flesh right now. Best Gatsby

thank you for the trip down the memory lane. I still own the watch and I will probably never sell it. The submariner is *the* most versatile rolex. You can wear it anytime, anywhere with any outfit. It is very robust, discreet yet luxurious. I have some a...  

More shots of your beautiful watch please ! Best Gatsby

A great evolution of the schlumpf...enjoy it and wear it in great health! Christian