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Canook · 26 July 2017, 11:44 PM

Ok after picking up a Kermit the other week I'm thinking I prefer the 5 digit subs... so after a bit of deliberation and advice from the lovely lads on here my new 2 additions.
I swapped my old day date for the pair .. and before anyone freaks out saying you swapped a PM watch I still have a 116618ln solid gold ceramic so that spot is still taken by it..... and the SD4K fills that "best of both worlds" case

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r8t3d_M · 26 July 2017, 11:49 PM

That's a very nice trio...

Stevec14 · 27 July 2017, 12:06 AM

No freaking out here. You got what you wanted so fair play and they look great

mjclark32 · 27 July 2017, 12:08 AM

Very nice!
Be careful, you may be swapping that 116618 for a 16618!

DavidUK · 27 July 2017, 12:13 AM

I tried many 5 & 6 digit Subs before buying a 16610LN last week. You know all the reasons for and against either, but for me the older model is more faithful to the original. Others will embrace the change to the new look and materials.

My OP DJ hasn't been worn since. Sad.

dr35mm · 27 July 2017, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Canook

Ok after picking up a Kermit the other week I'm thinking I prefer the 5 digit subs... so after a bit of deliberation and advice from the lovely lads on here my new 2 additions.
I swapped my old day date for the pair .. and before anyone freaks out saying you swapped a PM watch I still have a 116618ln solid gold ceramic so that spot is still taken by it..... and the SD4K fills that "best of both worlds" case

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Looks great!

Now, I think I would trade the SD4K for a 16600..

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sce767 · 27 July 2017, 01:25 AM

I'm with you, Canook. Recently I've come to appreciate the 5 digit models
all over again. Great collection you've got there! Here are my two.

nick c · 27 July 2017, 01:27 AM

You are not alone

GerardoG · 27 July 2017, 01:42 AM

Beautiful!!!!

Mirx · 27 July 2017, 02:27 AM

Fab 5 digit diver collection. Enjoy!

uansari1 · 27 July 2017, 02:31 AM

I prefer 5 digit models over their 6 digit counterparts as well, so you're in good company. ;)

904VT · 27 July 2017, 02:37 AM

Congrats, on the incomings!

I own 4, 5, and 6 digit Subs, but may be in the minority in that I think the 6 digit is the closest to matching the rectangular look cases of the early 6204 and 05s. I like how each series is slightly different and would be happy owning all.

iliketime · 27 July 2017, 02:58 AM

only 5 digits for me, the new ones are too chunky. just need the one more 16710 :D

kilyung · 27 July 2017, 03:39 AM

Nothing wrong with making occasional changes to the lineup

SL BRABUS · 27 July 2017, 05:30 AM

Love the 5 digits......

Congratulations...

..!!!

KBM · 27 July 2017, 05:41 AM

5 digits are great. And you also have 6 digits and "in between" with the SDc, so what's not to like.

sensui · 27 July 2017, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by kauebm

5 digits are great. And you also have 6 digits and "in between" with the SDc, so what's not to like.

Think so also. Just be careful not to try too many four digits to complete your transgression.

enjoy your new watches.

presario · 27 July 2017, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sensui

Think so also. Just be careful not to try too many four digits to complete your transgression.

enjoy your new watches.

Hahaha, that would be extremely dangerous.

Love the new additions!

Canook · 27 July 2017, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sensui

Think so also. Just be careful not to try too many four digits to complete your transgression.

enjoy your new watches.

Had a look at one the other day... price was a bit extreme and with no history i dont want to risk buying a franken...

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Originally Posted by dr35mm

Looks great!

Now, I think I would trade the SD4K for a 16600..

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Nah i still love my SD4K... had a 16600 and they are cheap enough here in Asia i may buy another lol!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wing Zero

Great looking bunch. Only 4 digits for me. Everything else is too big and chunky.
Have you tried a nice 1675 or 1680?

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yes almost pulled the Pin on a old Pepsi about 2 weeks ago but couldnt agree on a decent price.... im not experienced enough with vintage pieces to plunge into them at the moment
Bit more education and research and ill know what to look for

Wing Zero · 27 July 2017, 06:21 AM

Great looking bunch. Only 4 digits for me. Everything else is too big and chunky.
Have you tried a nice 1675 or 1680?

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datejust24 · 27 July 2017, 11:54 AM

I'm with JC....4 digits for me, however, I do have a couple 5 digits and would always prefer 5 to 6 digits, regardless of the "upgrades" to the bracelet...I'll take that old tuna can clasp any day of the week

watchmework · 27 July 2017, 11:58 AM

I much prefer the 6 digits to the 5 digits but that's just me. The upgrades alone are worth it, though I also prefer the aesthetic look of the newer 6 digits.

fishingbear · 27 July 2017, 12:00 PM

I'm with Jason, great trade up by the way. The 5-digits are my favorites!

Gaijin · 27 July 2017, 03:52 PM

Love it! You've got the triple crown of Subs there.

Old Expat Beast · 27 July 2017, 04:36 PM

Nice trio. A good next step in the right direction (plexi) would be a 5513, maybe a later one if you're about tentative about vintage.

brandrea · 27 July 2017, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Nice trio. A good next step in the right direction (plexi) would be a 5513, maybe a later one if you're about tentative about vintage.

Great shot Adam

16610v · 27 July 2017, 04:38 PM

Submariner is great for any digits!

SeaDweller50 · 27 July 2017, 05:13 PM

5 digits for me too. Not a fan of the block case, thick crown guards or blingy ceramic bezels.

Onikage · 27 July 2017, 06:30 PM

Daytona and SD4K are the only 6 digits I'd touch with a bargepole.. Unless it was an unbelieveable deal perhaps, but then I'd be wary as the fakers have the SubCs to a tee. Right down to the amazing clasp. I just don't even look at them anymore. Always makes me titter when people cite the clasp alone as being what makes the SubC worth it over its slimmer older sister.

DLRIDES · 27 July 2017, 08:34 PM

6 to 5 to 4 is a natural progression of the true enthusiast.

26 July 2017, 11:44 PM	#1
Canook "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Jason Location: Aussie/Malaysia Watch: too many to list Posts: 1,470	I think I'm preferring 5 digits.... Ok after picking up a Kermit the other week I'm thinking I prefer the 5 digit subs... so after a bit of deliberation and advice from the lovely lads on here my new 2 additions. I swapped my old day date for the pair .. and before anyone freaks out saying you swapped a PM watch I still have a 116618ln solid gold ceramic so that spot is still taken by it..... and the SD4K fills that "best of both worlds" case Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Current lineup -116610LV Sub -16233 Tapestry Datejust -16610LV KERMIT -116600 SD4000....16612 Yachtmaster- 16710 PEPSI -216570(polar)- -Yachtmaster II 116688 126300 Datejust 41 jubilee * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

27 July 2017, 12:08 AM	#4
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Very nice! Be careful, you may be swapping that 116618 for a 16618! __________________

27 July 2017, 01:25 AM	#7
sce767 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Austin, TX Watch: 116613lb Posts: 70	I'm with you, Canook. Recently I've come to appreciate the 5 digit models all over again. Great collection you've got there! Here are my two. Attached Images

27 July 2017, 02:31 AM	#11
uansari1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Doha, Qatar Watch: Polar 16570 Posts: 535	I prefer 5 digit models over their 6 digit counterparts as well, so you're in good company. ;) __________________ Explorer II 16570 Polar (3186) GMT Master II 116710LN GMT Master II 126710BLRO (jubilee) Explorer 124270 Omega Seamaster GMT 50th Anniversary

27 July 2017, 05:30 AM	#15
SL BRABUS "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: U.S.A Watch: Only Rolex & Patek Posts: 3,391	Love the 5 digits...... Congratulations.....!!! __________________ Rolex Forum: Mainly Rolex & Benz pictures...!!! Click the above link to join the club...^^^... "SL BRABUS" aka BenzWorld Undercover Moderator

26 July 2017, 11:49 PM	#2
r8t3d_M "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Felipe Location: NYC Watch: Me ;) Posts: 2,894	That's a very nice trio...

27 July 2017, 12:06 AM	#3
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,483	No freaking out here. You got what you wanted so fair play and they look great

27 July 2017, 12:13 AM	#5
DavidUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Leicestershire UK Posts: 697	I tried many 5 & 6 digit Subs before buying a 16610LN last week. You know all the reasons for and against either, but for me the older model is more faithful to the original. Others will embrace the change to the new look and materials. My OP DJ hasn't been worn since. Sad.

27 July 2017, 01:27 AM	#8
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	You are not alone

27 July 2017, 01:42 AM	#9
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Beautiful!!!!

27 July 2017, 02:27 AM	#10
Mirx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: UK Watch: RLX Posts: 437	Fab 5 digit diver collection. Enjoy!

27 July 2017, 02:37 AM	#12
904VT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: All Rolex Posts: 7,024	Congrats, on the incomings! I own 4, 5, and 6 digit Subs, but may be in the minority in that I think the 6 digit is the closest to matching the rectangular look cases of the early 6204 and 05s. I like how each series is slightly different and would be happy owning all.

27 July 2017, 02:58 AM	#13
iliketime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Jack Location: NYC Watch: 16570, 16710 Posts: 1,535	only 5 digits for me, the new ones are too chunky. just need the one more 16710 :D

27 July 2017, 03:39 AM	#14
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Nothing wrong with making occasional changes to the lineup

27 July 2017, 05:41 AM	#16
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	5 digits are great. And you also have 6 digits and "in between" with the SDc, so what's not to like.

27 July 2017, 06:21 AM	#20
Wing Zero "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: JC Location: Earth Watch: 1680 ~ 16610LV Posts: 811	Great looking bunch. Only 4 digits for me. Everything else is too big and chunky. Have you tried a nice 1675 or 1680? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ********************** **********************

27 July 2017, 11:54 AM	#21
datejust24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati,Ohio Watch: Rolexssss Posts: 3,504	I'm with JC....4 digits for me, however, I do have a couple 5 digits and would always prefer 5 to 6 digits, regardless of the "upgrades" to the bracelet...I'll take that old tuna can clasp any day of the week

27 July 2017, 11:58 AM	#22
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	I much prefer the 6 digits to the 5 digits but that's just me. The upgrades alone are worth it, though I also prefer the aesthetic look of the newer 6 digits.

27 July 2017, 12:00 PM	#23
fishingbear 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: George Location: Alabama Watch: GMTsSubLVEx2SDDayt Posts: 4,548	I'm with Jason, great trade up by the way. The 5-digits are my favorites!

27 July 2017, 03:52 PM	#24
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Love it! You've got the triple crown of Subs there. Attached Images

27 July 2017, 04:36 PM	#25
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,825	Nice trio. A good next step in the right direction (plexi) would be a 5513, maybe a later one if you're about tentative about vintage. Attached Images

27 July 2017, 04:38 PM	#27
16610v "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: YL Watch: Submariner Posts: 701	Submariner is great for any digits! __________________ Instagram: litwing23

27 July 2017, 05:13 PM	#28
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	5 digits for me too. Not a fan of the block case, thick crown guards or blingy ceramic bezels.

27 July 2017, 06:30 PM	#29
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Daytona and SD4K are the only 6 digits I'd touch with a bargepole.. Unless it was an unbelieveable deal perhaps, but then I'd be wary as the fakers have the SubCs to a tee. Right down to the amazing clasp. I just don't even look at them anymore. Always makes me titter when people cite the clasp alone as being what makes the SubC worth it over its slimmer older sister. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

27 July 2017, 08:34 PM	#30
DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,672	6 to 5 to 4 is a natural progression of the true enthusiast. __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

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