Need advice again

I think you are looking at this rather linearly and taking the long route by thinking new Rolex vs new GS/BP. A late 5 digit or early 6 digit sub can be had for the same money as the GS/BP, the used Rolex market has hit the pond hard and is mid skip so there are some good values to be had, particularly on neo-vintage (90’s-00’s) more common models like submariners in the <$9k range. Plus that era of submariner will be much closer on fit and finish to the ‘68 your father had than any of maxi-cased bloated pork pies on the market now.

I think I kinda get what he is saying.
He might have to wait a while to get that Rolex.
So while he is waiting, why not get something that is kinda meh but nice enough to pass the time (no pun).

Been there. Don't do it unless you actually want it or if you're okay with the hit you will take selling forward.

p.s. I'd personally take either of the aforementioned watches over a Rolex. 😀

Traded up to this a while back.