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Mr. K · 18 September 2005, 12:58 AM

The TT blue sub was introduced in 1983. So it has been out for 22 years.

Now I have a confession to make. I sometimes wonder if I should have gone with the black face instead of the blue. My main concern is that the TT blue sub may one day look dated, where black is pretty much timeless.

But if the watch has been around for 22 years and is still popular, at what point does it become a classic (so to speak) in its own right?

I love the watch and have seen some older models where the blue has a different shade. But the new ones have such a dark blue hue to it it almost does look black in certain lights.

Some say the TT DJ fluted bezel, jubillee band, stick marker dial looks dated. But it has been around so long it is a classic. I do not think it could ever look dated, just timeless. Can the same be said of the TT blue sub?

My question is, does the TT blue sub seem a bit dated because of the color, or do you think it has become "a classic."

Uncle-AJ · 18 September 2005, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. K

The TT blue sub was introduced in 1983. So it has been out for 22 years.

Now I have a confession to make. I sometimes wonder if I should have gone with the black face instead of the blue. My main concern is that the TT blue sub may one day look dated, where black is pretty much timeless.

But if the watch has been around for 22 years and is still popular, at what point does it become a classic (so to speak) in its own right?

I love the watch and have seen some older models where the blue has a different shade. But the new ones have such a dark blue hue to it it almost does look black in certain lights.

Some say the TT DJ fluted bezel, jubillee band, stick marker dial looks dated. But it has been around so long it is a classic. I do not think it could ever look dated, just timeless. Can the same be said of the TT blue sub?

My question is, does the TT blue sub seem a bit dated because of the color, or do you think it has become "a classic."

Well most of you know my opinion of the blue, it's a good runner up to the black. All subs will be classics in my opinion.

padi56 · 18 September 2005, 03:30 AM

Well in the TT Subs myself prefer the blue dial,think it makes it stand
out from the crowd of subs,and clones with the black dial.

JJ Irani · 18 September 2005, 04:29 AM

The TT blue Sub is timeless and will always remain as one of my all time favourites. Believe me, if I didn't have to finance my next TT Blue watch (the YM), I would have held on to mine. I still miss it dearly....

...but on the brighter side, I moved to I'm sure a better looking bezel and overall gorgeous looking watch!!

maverick · 18 September 2005, 09:20 AM

The blue Sub is a classic and one of the best selling TT model. =) maverick

dman · 18 September 2005, 02:42 PM

The guys that know me, know that I had this watch and also sold it off, to get the YM. But I think that this is one of the Rolex, like most of them, that will always be in style and a icon to own.

I think this is such a classy and sporty watch that you can't go wrong owning it. Enjoy it Mark, that is a great watch that compliments your collection quite well mate.

Mr. K · 18 September 2005, 06:09 PM

Thanks for the input guys. I love it, just wondered if the blue would look dated after so many years.

But then again, even if it did, I'd still wear it proudly.

I was told yesterday that the TT blue sub is one of the most popular sports models here in Japan. (The kermt sub and SS Daytona also being highly sought after)

padi56 · 18 September 2005, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. K

Thanks for the input guys. I love it, just wondered if the blue would look dated after so many years.

But then again, even if it did, I'd still wear it proudly.

I was told yesterday that the TT blue sub is one of the most popular sports models here in Japan. (The kermt sub and SS Daytona also being highly sought after)

In the Rolex Sub the TT blue dial is the biggest seller in most of Asia.

padi56 · 18 September 2005, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The TT blue Sub is timeless and will always remain as one of my all time favourites. Believe me, if I didn't have to finance my next TT Blue watch (the YM), I would have held on to mine. I still miss it dearly....

...but on the brighter side, I moved to I'm sure a better looking bezel and overall gorgeous looking watch!!

60 pushups for that upside down TT picture JJ

Goodwatch · 18 September 2005, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

60 pushups for that upside down TT picture JJ

Make that a 160, for selling that watch JJ!

A better looking bezel? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

Take care,

Frans.

JJ Irani · 19 September 2005, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

60 pushups for that upside down TT picture JJ

Hey, no fair...how come Dennis gets exempted from the pushups?

18 September 2005, 03:30 AM	#3
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18 September 2005, 04:29 AM	#4
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	The TT blue Sub is timeless and will always remain as one of my all time favourites. Believe me, if I didn't have to finance my next TT Blue watch (the YM), I would have held on to mine. I still miss it dearly.... ...but on the brighter side, I moved to I'm sure a better looking bezel and overall gorgeous looking watch!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

18 September 2005, 09:20 AM	#5
maverick Banned Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: maverick Location: Prescott Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,180	Nothing Dated About A Blue Sub The blue Sub is a classic and one of the best selling TT model. =) maverick

18 September 2005, 02:42 PM	#6
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	The guys that know me, know that I had this watch and also sold it off, to get the YM. But I think that this is one of the Rolex, like most of them, that will always be in style and a icon to own. I think this is such a classy and sporty watch that you can't go wrong owning it. Enjoy it Mark, that is a great watch that compliments your collection quite well mate. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

18 September 2005, 06:09 PM	#7
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,035	Thanks for the input guys. I love it, just wondered if the blue would look dated after so many years. But then again, even if it did, I'd still wear it proudly. I was told yesterday that the TT blue sub is one of the most popular sports models here in Japan. (The kermt sub and SS Daytona also being highly sought after)

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