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echau · 30 January 2014, 11:54 PM

Up to this point, I've only worn steel watches from a variety of brands. I love the look of a full gold piece, but it's just not my style, though I'm sure it will be one day. I've decided that my next watch will be two toned. I probably won't purchase till later in the year, but I want to get your opinion on which two toned watch I should pursue:

116613 LB
116613 LN
116713
116523

Right now I'm leaning towards the bluesy because I've enjoyed owning a 14060M and 116610 LV, but I'm not sure yet if I should change it up.

Thanks,

Edward

dysondiver · 31 January 2014, 12:14 AM

16613 ,,,, cleaner lines , bluesey face ,,, later sel and gold through clasp version ,,, hard to beat , and as some folk dont appreciate them , some stunning deals to be had.
just a thought.

echau · 31 January 2014, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by dysondiver

16613 ,,,, cleaner lines , bluesey face ,,, later sel and gold through clasp version ,,, hard to beat , and as some folk dont appreciate them , some stunning deals to be had.
just a thought.

I would, but the older style oyster bracelet clasp does not sit center on my 6.5" wrist. With my 14060 I removed one of the permanent links to get it to sit centered. After owning the Hulk, I've decided that the newer models just look better on my wrist. They have an extra removable link, and the new clasp is just leaps and bounds over the old tinny one.

dysondiver · 31 January 2014, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by echau

I would, but the older style oyster bracelet clasp does not sit center on my 6.5" wrist. With my 14060 I removed one of the permanent links to get it to sit centered. After owning the Hulk, I've decided that the newer models just look better on my wrist. They have an extra removable link, and the new clasp is just leaps and bounds over the old tinny one.

cant argue ,,, but they are no where near as elegant as the older classic ,, always just do a clasp swap ,, but they are expensive ,,, have a couple of 16613s , a black and a blue ,, one with lug holes and a black dial , no gold through clasp , the other a blue no holes sel with gold through the clasp oh , and ym hands ,, depends on the day as to which i like best.
i like tt watches though ,,, good hunting , look forwards to seeing the pics.

AJMarcus · 31 January 2014, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by echau

I would, but the older style oyster bracelet clasp does not sit center on my 6.5" wrist. With my 14060 I removed one of the permanent links to get it to sit centered. After owning the Hulk, I've decided that the newer models just look better on my wrist. They have an extra removable link, and the new clasp is just leaps and bounds over the old tinny one.

Hard to believe you couldnt get the 16613 to fit you. A Rolex authorized watchmaker, not an AD, would have adjusted it perfectly. That's what did. The sleeker profile of the 16613 makes for a classier look IMO and is better in the TT variant than the newer Ceramics.

RolexPete · 3 February 2014, 05:57 AM

I was never really a fan of two tone, but I have to admit that now that I have one, I absolutely love it.

Rolex40mm · 31 January 2014, 12:27 AM

Although I like watches, I only LUST over beautiful women.

slm9555 · 31 January 2014, 12:52 AM

116613 LB or LN are both great choices.

AK797 · 31 January 2014, 01:08 AM

I'd pick the Panda Daytona. I prefer the GMTc as full gold.

evilfij · 31 January 2014, 03:00 AM

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I'd pick the Panda Daytona. I prefer the GMTc as full gold.

That is my baby. One of the few TT watches I like although I am not sure how I feel about the way that one has all its hands changed to red.

psv · 31 January 2014, 01:11 AM

The new TT Sub with the sunburst dial or the TT GMTIIC. The latter wears differently as it is a bit thinner and sits more flat on the wrist, and the lugs are just a tad less maxi.

FTX I · 31 January 2014, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by psv

The new TT Sub with the sunburst dial or the TT GMTIIC. The latter wears differently as it is a bit thinner and sits more flat on the wrist, and the lugs are just a tad less maxi.

^^ My choices with clear advantage to the Sub.

SixPak · 31 January 2014, 04:03 AM

116613LB is my favourite TT Rolex and I went with the Smurf blue.

watchwatcher · 31 January 2014, 04:21 AM

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116613LB is my favourite TT Rolex and I went with the Smurf blue.

Gorgeous, Phong. Pic and watch.

FTX I · 31 January 2014, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by SixPak

116613LB is my favourite TT Rolex and I went with the Smurf blue.

SixPak · 31 January 2014, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Gorgeous, Phong. Pic and watch.

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Larry & Flavio, thanks gents!.

And I agree with the post above. All are fabulous choices.

tkerrmd · 31 January 2014, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by psv

The new TT Sub with the sunburst dial or the TT GMTIIC. The latter wears differently as it is a bit thinner and sits more flat on the wrist, and the lugs are just a tad less maxi.

+1

Mystro · 31 January 2014, 03:03 AM

Dont look directly into the face or it will hypnotize you into submission...
17 years and I am still in love with this watch....Now thats staying power.

cali kid · 3 February 2014, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Mystro

Dont look directly into the face or it will hypnotize you into submission...
17 years and I am still in love with this watch....Now thats staying power.

Totally agree, U serial bought new on Jan 29 1999 and still the best looking dial I've ever seen. Sure I wished it had SEL and gold thru the clasp but I still love the lug holes and its 15 years old and I'm still twitterpated with it! On a Rubber B but it still show's that sweet dial...

Casey VP-26 · 31 January 2014, 03:45 AM

Very, Very Nice, Mystro

swils8610 · 31 January 2014, 03:50 AM

I'm partial to the 116713....

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SohAIS · 31 January 2014, 09:31 AM

excellent choice

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I'm partial to the 116713....

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seochris · 2 February 2014, 05:48 PM

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excellent choice

Wow..that is simply stunning....the bluesy is a beauty but i want to sleep with that GMT TT.

seochris · 2 February 2014, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by swils8610

I'm partial to the 116713....

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That is stunning....the bluesy is a beauty but I want to sleep with that GMT TT!

afc1 · 31 January 2014, 04:37 AM

All are excellent choices. If you think you may be interested in a blue dial watch, I'd check out the 116523 with the blue Arabic dial. It's a stunning watch and having a Daytona would add some variety to your collection.

Keith1 · 31 January 2014, 04:53 AM

Go for the 116613 blue. You will love it. Like you said change it up!

AK797 · 31 January 2014, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by evilfij

That is my baby. One of the few TT watches I like although I am not sure how I feel about the way that one has all its hands changed to red.

I agree the red hands work well on the WG but the gold hands look better on the TT.

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Originally Posted by SixPak

116613LB is my favourite TT Rolex and I went with the Smurf blue.

Great pic Phong, love the Blue sub too but think I will go DJ2 for a blue Rolex... probably due to your great pics!

SixPak · 31 January 2014, 05:18 AM

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I agree the red hands work well on the WG but the gold hands look better on the TT.

The panda tt Daytona looks so nice, Neil.

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Great pic Phong, love the Blue sub too but think I will go DJ2 for a blue Rolex... probably due to your great pics!

Always a pleasure my friend.

up2nogood · 31 January 2014, 05:07 AM

I only flipped my 16613 for the full gold. GMT II also looks the goods if blue isn't your thing.
I did find the same issue as you did with the old models clasp as well, it needed a half link.

petenyc · 31 January 2014, 05:09 AM

116613 lb

30 January 2014, 11:54 PM	#1
echau "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 350	Lusting for TT Up to this point, I've only worn steel watches from a variety of brands. I love the look of a full gold piece, but it's just not my style, though I'm sure it will be one day. I've decided that my next watch will be two toned. I probably won't purchase till later in the year, but I want to get your opinion on which two toned watch I should pursue: 116613 LB 116613 LN 116713 116523 Right now I'm leaning towards the bluesy because I've enjoyed owning a 14060M and 116610 LV, but I'm not sure yet if I should change it up. Thanks, Edward

3 February 2014, 05:57 AM	#6
RolexPete "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Peter Location: Massachusetts Watch: 214270 Mk2 Posts: 1,963	I was never really a fan of two tone, but I have to admit that now that I have one, I absolutely love it. __________________ 2016 Explorer 214270 Mk2 - 1996 Submariner 14060* - 1972 Datejust 1601 1972 Oyster Perpetual 1002 - 1978 Oysterquartz 17000 Omega Seamaster 2265.80 - Omega Seamaster 300 166.0324 *RIP PAL 1942-2015

31 January 2014, 03:03 AM	#18
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,514	Dont look directly into the face or it will hypnotize you into submission... 17 years and I am still in love with this watch....Now thats staying power. __________________

31 January 2014, 04:37 AM	#25
afc1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Boston Posts: 1,848	All are excellent choices. If you think you may be interested in a blue dial watch, I'd check out the 116523 with the blue Arabic dial. It's a stunning watch and having a Daytona would add some variety to your collection. __________________ afc1 Watch Collection: Rolex and AP

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31 January 2014, 12:14 AM	#2
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	16613 ,,,, cleaner lines , bluesey face ,,, later sel and gold through clasp version ,,, hard to beat , and as some folk dont appreciate them , some stunning deals to be had. just a thought.

31 January 2014, 12:27 AM	#7
Rolex40mm Banned Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 373	Although I like watches, I only LUST over beautiful women.

31 January 2014, 12:52 AM	#8
slm9555 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 617	116613 LB or LN are both great choices.

31 January 2014, 01:08 AM	#9
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I'd pick the Panda Daytona. I prefer the GMTc as full gold.

31 January 2014, 01:11 AM	#11
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	The new TT Sub with the sunburst dial or the TT GMTIIC. The latter wears differently as it is a bit thinner and sits more flat on the wrist, and the lugs are just a tad less maxi.

31 January 2014, 04:03 AM	#13
SixPak "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Phong Location: Toronto Posts: 2,718	116613LB is my favourite TT Rolex and I went with the Smurf blue.

31 January 2014, 03:45 AM	#20
Casey VP-26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,721	Very, Very Nice, Mystro

31 January 2014, 03:50 AM	#21
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	I'm partial to the 116713.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 January 2014, 04:53 AM	#26
Keith1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: San Diego Watch: Sub-C blue, DSSD Posts: 2,482	Go for the 116613 blue. You will love it. Like you said change it up!

31 January 2014, 05:07 AM	#29
up2nogood "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Alex Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 1,944	I only flipped my 16613 for the full gold. GMT II also looks the goods if blue isn't your thing. I did find the same issue as you did with the old models clasp as well, it needed a half link.

31 January 2014, 05:09 AM	#30
petenyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: pete Location: NYC Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,011	116613 lb

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