I wore a Submariner for 10 years. Never had a single issue with it and sold it for a small PROFIT.
As for those who say the Rolex is "unoriginal" it's because so many have copied the Rolex. The Submariner has been around a long time and have patented the crown closure.
Submariner is a classic. The bezel is actually ceramic, not painted. The numbers are part of the bezel, raised stainless steel because the ceramic is too hard.
GMT is another model to consider.
Panerai is a very nice watch.
I sold my Submariner for a Daytona and have never regretted owning either.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rolex