Which BLNR? “New” or “Old”

[JBowen2]

Looking into getting a BLNR gmt and I’m interested in the forum’s opinions. Also I am currently bored.

The debate is between the 116710BLNR and 126710BLNR, both on oyster, however I wouldn’t mind having a jubilee bracelet to swap in.

All (slight) differences considered, the movements, alleged case differences, longer minute hand etc

Which one would you choose and why?






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[dannyp]

If you want Jubilee as (easy) option, then it's the 126710, as 116710 never came with that option.

[Seddyspaghetti]

New one bc it’s newer. And option to put it on jubilee.

[JBowen2]

Originally Posted by dannyp

If you want Jubilee as (easy) option, then it's the 126710, as 116710 never came with that option.

That’s a great point


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[amphr1]

I think the new one has longer power reserve, if that is the case then the newer one.

[shaunylw]

Both will fit a jubilee if you’re buying it on oyster and getting a jubilee after. I would buy whatever is cheaper if you’re buying from a grey dealer, but only if it’s at least 2k cheaper as you may need a service depending on age.

I might be on the outside, but i don’t particularly care about power reserves in simple watches. I would buy whatever is in the best shape at the best price. Obviously the newer version from the AD would be the best option if available.


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[JBowen2]

Originally Posted by shaunylw

Both will fit a jubilee if you’re buying it on oyster and getting a jubilee after. I would buy whatever is cheaper if you’re buying from a grey dealer, but only if it’s at least 2k cheaper as you may need a service depending on age.

I might be on the outside, but i don’t particularly care about power reserves in simple watches. I would buy whatever is in the best shape at the best price. Obviously the newer version from the AD would be the best option if available.


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Kind of the way I am thinking too, I also don’t care too much about PR. And yea grey….can’t get one from a TD


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[Dr Process]

I have a BLNR from 2016. If I could, I’d upgrade for the better movement. Cheers.

[RJRJRJ]

Originally Posted by Dr Process

I have a BLNR from 2016. If I could, I’d upgrade for the better movement. Cheers.

Newer* movement.

[nm4710]

Always admired the original. My wife surprised me with the newer BLNR on jubilee and I must say it’s better than I ever thought it could be. The jubilee really dresses it up and is extremely comfortable. It actually looks a little more distinguished to me than most Rolex sports watches (almost all of which sport the oyster). Historically I believe the original GMT was available on a jubilee so the new bracelet doesn’t break any precedents.

As for the other upgrades: who wouldn’t want more power reserve, better shock absorption, and a more modern escapement? I’m a fan of the longer minute hand and the small crown between Swiss and made.

Given the rather negligible price difference I think the newer watch is the better value.

NM

[dnuggett]

New

[Onequik135i]

Originally Posted by shaunylw

Both will fit a jubilee if you’re buying it on oyster and getting a jubilee after. I would buy whatever is cheaper if you’re buying from a grey dealer, but only if it’s at least 2k cheaper as you may need a service depending on age.

I might be on the outside, but i don’t particularly care about power reserves in simple watches. I would buy whatever is in the best shape at the best price. Obviously the newer version from the AD would be the best option if available.


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This.

[1995akcoop]

new


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[enjoythemusic]

This

Mix n' match bracelet.

Batman_Pepsi.jpg

[jbsmith]

Newer model for that comfy, less scratch prone, and different (for a sports model) jubilee bracelet. This will be my next or a pepsi on jubilee. Aesthetically, I like batman, but historically, I lean toward pepsi.

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[sski]

to any current owners of the 'new' BLNR reference on jubilee: is there an AR coating under the sapphire crystal? i'm on the 'list' for one (or so i think, lol) and would prefer if it had the AR coating. thanks.

[Joearch]

Oyster

[JBowen2]

Thanks for the feedback! Seems like it’s kinda split with the new having a slight advantage which is a little surprising

Just to be clear I am most like going for oyster no matter what reference


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[fishingbear]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

This

Mix n' match bracelet.

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Yup. Did This. Love this.

[denmanproject]

Originally Posted by RJRJRJ

Newer* movement.

[Santiago32]

Rolex got this one right with the original.

[Boaters]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

This

Mix n' match bracelet.

Attachment 1233749

Sweet

[Gab27]

I wouldn't have a drastic preference, but probably the 116710 for the movement.

[Ollie1982]

Originally Posted by sski

to any current owners of the 'new' BLNR reference on jubilee: is there an AR coating under the sapphire crystal? i'm on the 'list' for one (or so i think, lol) and would prefer if it had the AR coating. thanks.

I’ve got a 2019 BLNR on Jubilee with the newer movement so 70 hour PR. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have AR coating on the underside of the crystal. It’s really noticeable when comparing with my 2021 no date sub that does have AR coating.

Perhaps the new 2021 GMTs do, but I couldn’t see anything on the Rolex website about it.


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[TswaneNguni]

Late serial 116710 BLNR ,31xx movement ,oyster .

GMT needs to be on an oyster ,pepsi gets away with jubilee,blnr not.

[robinmgb]

Originally Posted by Dr Process

I have a BLNR from 2016. If I could, I’d upgrade for the better movement. Cheers.

You already have the much better movement!
The newer 32 series movements have real issues with low amplitude, I have experienced it twice now myself.
Until Rolex acknowledges and fixes the problem I’d stick with the older and proven reliable 31 series movements

[saxo3]

Originally Posted by Gab27

I wouldn't have a drastic preference, but probably the 116710 for the movement.

That's too easy ;-) cheers

[saxo3]

Originally Posted by robinmgb

You already have the much better movement!
The newer 32 series movements have real issues with low amplitude, I have experienced it twice now myself.
Until Rolex acknowledges and fixes the problem I’d stick with the older and proven reliable 31 series movements

Yes, you reported 1x here:

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=786299

Rolex SA will NEVER acknowledge.

[APPRF]

Older BLNR 116710 of course. Original Batman with first bicolor ceramic bezel, and the solid silent 31 series movement. It's now selling over the jubilee and significantly less than the new Blnr oyster, it will not be the case in the future when the BLNR gets discontinued to make way for Coke. If that happens everyone would want the original.

[joli160]

The 11 series for the hassle free sturdy movement, don’t care about power reserve