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Tools · 18 March 2010, 04:53 AM

From the BaselWorld Press Kit..

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Technical Specs:

SUB TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
REFERENCE (CASE / BRACELET): 116610 LN/97200
Case
Diameter: 40 mm
Material: 904L steel
Bezel: unidirectional rotatable 60-minute graduated
with black Cerachrom insert, platinum graduations
Winding crown: Triplock
shoulders to protect the crown
Crystal: sapphire, Cyclops lens with anti-reflective coating
Waterproofness: 300 m (1,000 ft)
Movement
Calibre: 3135
Self-winding: Perpetual rotor
Date: instantaneous change and rapid setting
Oscillator: frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 beats/hour)
Parachrom hairspring with Breguet overcoil
Precision: COSC-certified chronometer
Power reserve: ~48 hours
Dial
Hour markers: luminescent Chromalight
Hands: luminescent Chromalight
Bracelet
Material: 904L steel
Type: Oyster
Clasp: Rolex Glidelock

Bracelet Detail:

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delldeaton · 18 March 2010, 06:54 AM

Thanks, Larry.

Would be interesting to see a side-by-side comparison, maybe even feature versus feature, against the current Rolex 16610 Submariner Date. Er, that is to say "current?" I guess: Anyone know the status of the 16610? My local AD said the other week that there haven't been any available to come in for a while now.

emoney · 12 April 2010, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by delldeaton

Thanks, Larry.

Would be interesting to see a side-by-side comparison, maybe even feature versus feature, against the current Rolex 16610 Submariner Date. Er, that is to say "current?" I guess: Anyone know the status of the 16610? My local AD said the other week that there haven't been any available to come in for a while now.

So I waited a good 15 years until I was out of school and paid of my student loans before I finally splurged on a new beloved Black SS Rolex Sub Date (16610) in 2007 from an AD, now they made all these spiffy upgrades;

I've considered selling mine and buying the new black one, but after reading the forum, I'm wondering if mine will be more desirable since you can't buy them anymore, or if it will drop in value because it doesn’t have all the improvements the new one has. Thoughts?

JJ Irani · 12 April 2010, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emoney

So I waited a good 15 years until I was out of school and paid of my student loans before I finally splurged on a new beloved Black SS Rolex Sub Date (16610) in 2007 from an AD, now they made all these spiffy upgrades;

I've considered selling mine and buying the new black one, but after reading the forum, I'm wondering if mine will be more desirable since you can't buy them anymore, or if it will drop in value because it doesn’t have all the improvements the new one has. Thoughts?

Welcome to TRF, buddy. You made the right move, no worries.

Read this thread of mine.........which will give you an idea of things to come.

Cheers - JJ

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...+you+can%21%21

STEELINOX · 18 March 2010, 06:56 AM

No SubDates to be had here neither. We did see a COSC no date at the last GTG a few weeks ago. I bet its gone now...

SteveK · 18 March 2010, 06:59 AM

a logical evolution, im waiting to see the daytona anniversary model in two years

mpkRolex · 18 March 2010, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteveK

a logical evolution, im waiting to see the daytona anniversary model in two years

x2

JJ Irani · 18 March 2010, 10:02 AM

At last, do we have the PERFECT & COMPLETE watch from Rolex?

DSJ · 19 March 2010, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by children

How is the gmt iic not perfect and complete already?

Good question!

moby33 · 20 March 2010, 05:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by children

How is the gmt iic not perfect and complete already?

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

Good question!

For me that's an easy answer. Lack of unidirectional bezel (I actually dive w/ my watches and need a unidirectional bezel), lack of timing bezel (I actually use the timing function on a daily basis) and more importantly for everyday use - the incorporation of the Glidelock clasp. Those are the top 3 that jump out at me of why the GMT-C can't be considered the 'perfect/complete' watch.

That said, I've got to believe it's only a matter of time before Rolex incorporates the Glidelock into all their sport lines of watches, but as long as the GMT still does not have one, it will take a backseat to the Sub IMO.

Rolexsd4000 · 1 May 2010, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

At last, do we have the PERFECT & COMPLETE watch from Rolex?

JJ You hit the nail on the head.

Mike

toddb · 2 May 2010, 01:20 PM

i was liking the twotone yachtmaster, but seem to be stuck on this upgraded bracelet and clasp now I HAVE to buy one !

Roley · 3 May 2010, 12:27 PM

This new Sub looks great!! Ceramic, Maxi Dial, Brushed Bracelet with Glide Lock. It's perfect!!!

JBat · 18 March 2010, 07:19 AM

Oh yeah, this one is gonna sell.

rfknauss · 18 March 2010, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JBat

Oh yeah, this one is gonna sell.

I agree John.

mpkRolex · 18 March 2010, 07:42 AM

Now this is only one I liked from this year..Ceramic looks cool

SSD · 18 March 2010, 11:51 AM

Pretty darn close, JJ!!!

ParisDakarBmw · 19 March 2010, 12:04 AM

Nice watch!

Carlos98326194 · 19 March 2010, 12:56 AM

Love the Glidelock!

Deyn Man · 19 March 2010, 10:52 PM

officially dropping the deep sea on my "next to buy" list (and changing my avatar as well)... this is it then!

good thing i'm still saving up for it so by the time it does come out a the local AD, i might have enough for this baby!

Brunotheboxer · 20 March 2010, 04:53 AM

If I had to choose my 16610 at the price I paid which was about $4500 two years ago this month and this new one at the new price which is about $7000, hands down I would choose mine and pocket the difference everyday.. I do think that this watch is WIN though...

BALL.

Dr.B · 20 March 2010, 05:08 AM

Ahh...I have possibly found my next watch

jlaw · 20 March 2010, 06:44 AM

What are these actually going to sell for when they finally start showing up in stores here in the US?

Tools · 20 March 2010, 07:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jlaw

What are these actually going to sell for when they finally start showing up in stores here in the US?

I would expect the initial price sheets to show a price slightly above $7k..........

jlaw · 20 March 2010, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

I would expect the initial price sheets to show a price slightly above $7k..........

Yeah, but will they actually sell for that much? I imagine when they first become available there will be those willing to pay a premium, but we aren't talking about a particularly limited run here - where will the "real" price point be?

docnagel · 15 April 2010, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

I would expect the initial price sheets to show a price slightly above $7k..........

Price is about $8400.00 Canadian, just saw the price sheet today.
Mike

Psmith · 15 April 2010, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by docnagel

Price is about $8400.00 Canadian, just saw the price sheet today.
Mike

If there's a straight conversion to/from US$ then...

Cheers

Psmith · 16 April 2010, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

I would expect the initial price sheets to show a price slightly above $7k..........

Larry, you were pretty much spot on

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=124859

Cheers

chrislkb · 22 March 2010, 11:12 AM

I want one!

Psmith · 13 April 2010, 11:05 PM

Does anyone know the overall thickness/height of the Sub C?

I'm curious to compare with the GMT IIc ...I'm expecting the Sub C to be thicker overall.

Cheers

18 March 2010, 04:53 AM	#1
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Basel 2010 - New Submariner LN ceramic From the BaselWorld Press Kit.. And, for something a bit different: Technical Specs: SUB TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCE (CASE / BRACELET): 116610 LN/97200 Case Diameter: 40 mm Material: 904L steel Bezel: unidirectional rotatable 60-minute graduated with black Cerachrom insert, platinum graduations Winding crown: Triplock shoulders to protect the crown Crystal: sapphire, Cyclops lens with anti-reflective coating Waterproofness: 300 m (1,000 ft) Movement Calibre: 3135 Self-winding: Perpetual rotor Date: instantaneous change and rapid setting Oscillator: frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 beats/hour) Parachrom hairspring with Breguet overcoil Precision: COSC-certified chronometer Power reserve: ~48 hours Dial Hour markers: luminescent Chromalight Hands: luminescent Chromalight Bracelet Material: 904L steel Type: Oyster Clasp: Rolex Glidelock Bracelet Detail: __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member Last edited by Tools; 26 March 2010 at 05:30 AM..

18 March 2010, 06:54 AM	#2
delldeaton "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Dell Deaton Location: NAWCC Museum! Watch: Never kiss & tell! Posts: 883	And the 16610? Thanks, Larry. Would be interesting to see a side-by-side comparison, maybe even feature versus feature, against the current Rolex 16610 Submariner Date. Er, that is to say "current?" I guess: Anyone know the status of the 16610? My local AD said the other week that there haven't been any available to come in for a while now.

18 March 2010, 06:56 AM	#5
STEELINOX 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,021	No SubDates to be had here neither. We did see a COSC no date at the last GTG a few weeks ago. I bet its gone now... __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN SUB-MAH-REEEN-ER ~ !

18 March 2010, 10:02 AM	#8
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	At last, do we have the PERFECT & COMPLETE watch from Rolex? __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

2 May 2010, 01:20 PM	#12
toddb "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: TB Location: SO Cal. Watch: Xplorer 40 Posts: 216	thank JJ i was liking the twotone yachtmaster, but seem to be stuck on this upgraded bracelet and clasp now I HAVE to buy one !

18 March 2010, 06:59 AM	#6
SteveK "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: America Watch: 16610 Posts: 100	a logical evolution, im waiting to see the daytona anniversary model in two years

3 May 2010, 12:27 PM	#13
Roley "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Roland Location: GMT -4:00 Today Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 874	This new Sub looks great!! Ceramic, Maxi Dial, Brushed Bracelet with Glide Lock. It's perfect!!!

18 March 2010, 07:19 AM	#14
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Oh yeah, this one is gonna sell.

18 March 2010, 07:42 AM	#16
mpkRolex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Watch: Pepsi Posts: 2,166	Now this is only one I liked from this year..Ceramic looks cool __________________ Rest in peace JJ! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...light=JJ+irani "Rolex is highly addictive. Please shop responsibly"

18 March 2010, 11:51 AM	#17
SSD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Georgia Watch: Stainless Sub Date Posts: 3,023	Pretty darn close, JJ!!! __________________ SUBMARINER OWNERS' CLUB ESTABLISHED 1953 TRF Member # 5464

19 March 2010, 12:04 AM	#18
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	Nice watch!

19 March 2010, 12:56 AM	#19
Carlos98326194 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Carlos Location: UK Watch: ing YOU! Posts: 1,121	Love the Glidelock! __________________ 16610 116400GV 116520W 00112 116710LN 16610LV 00292 116520B

19 March 2010, 10:52 PM	#20
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	officially dropping the deep sea on my "next to buy" list (and changing my avatar as well)... this is it then! good thing i'm still saving up for it so by the time it does come out a the local AD, i might have enough for this baby!

20 March 2010, 04:53 AM	#21
Brunotheboxer Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Bruno Location: Boston/Cape Cod Watch: 16610,PAM. 111, G Posts: 7,608	If I had to choose my 16610 at the price I paid which was about $4500 two years ago this month and this new one at the new price which is about $7000, hands down I would choose mine and pocket the difference everyday.. I do think that this watch is WIN though... BALL.

20 March 2010, 05:08 AM	#22
Dr.B "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Fernando Location: North Carolina Watch: SS White Daytona Posts: 1,944	Ahh...I have possibly found my next watch __________________ The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new lands but seeing with new eyes. —Marcel Proust

20 March 2010, 06:44 AM	#23
jlaw "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 75	What are these actually going to sell for when they finally start showing up in stores here in the US?

22 March 2010, 11:12 AM	#29
chrislkb "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Christopher Location: Singapore Watch: out kiddo! Posts: 1,033	I want one! __________________ Viva La Rolex

13 April 2010, 11:05 PM	#30
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Does anyone know the overall thickness/height of the Sub C? I'm curious to compare with the GMT IIc ...I'm expecting the Sub C to be thicker overall. Cheers __________________

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