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astcell · 9 February 2007, 12:46 PM

At my AD this evening I have first dibs on the Kermit Sub at $5525. Hmmm I checked it out and it is actually very nice! Carol says it matches my eyes.

So I am tempted but wonder about the rarity and all that... I can decide later and check in tomorrow morning.

leopardprey · 9 February 2007, 12:56 PM

Just got one. You should get one, be a good daily wear watch with your uniform, especially with a Nato.

newtamparealestate · 9 February 2007, 12:58 PM

Hey, what AD do you use? I have purchased 3 watches from Jared in brandon, and I am supposed to be #1 on there list. If you dont want it, can I buy it? Thanks

A. Jacobs · 9 February 2007, 01:42 PM

Go for it!

Spencer · 9 February 2007, 02:06 PM

I'm happy with mine

JJ Irani · 9 February 2007, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by astcell

At my AD this evening I have first dibs on the Kermit Sub at $5525. Hmmm I checked it out and it is actually very nice! Carol says it matches my eyes.

So I am tempted but wonder about the rarity and all that... I can decide later and check in tomorrow morning.

Go with your dream watch, Robert. Pay a little more and buy the TT YM white dial you love so much.

JJ

slim · 9 February 2007, 06:06 PM

I love mines. I don't think they are difficult to get. If you like it, go for it buddy.

astcell · 9 February 2007, 08:48 PM

The submariner is much thinner than the TTGMT I have. Hmmmm. I woke up in the middle of the night thinking about it too!

kakalika · 10 February 2007, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by astcell

The submariner is much thinner than the TTGMT I have. Hmmmm. I woke up in the middle of the night thinking about it too!

The sub is thinner than the new TT GMT ??? If and when this puppy comes out in SS, it is going to be a stunner.

leopardprey · 9 February 2007, 09:04 PM

But the Sub is thicker than your SS GMT. I take it you are really liking the Maxi Dial of your TT GMT?

astcell · 10 February 2007, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

But the Sub is thicker than your SS GMT. I take it you are really liking the Maxi Dial of your TT GMT?

I mean the casing itself.

Mr. K · 10 February 2007, 12:45 AM

I like the LV too.

But do not buy it for rarity, it is not like a SS daytona or anything.

And it does not look like they will stop making them.

At one point they were rare, not so much now. Have seen a few in the case at list.

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by astcell

I mean the casing itself.

Hey Robert,

I'm sure you're aware of this, but just for your information, the LV Sub case is IDENTICAL to the SS Sub-date (16610) one.

Cheers - JJ

nko51 · 10 February 2007, 12:01 AM

I like the LV.

.......................--::**::--..Rolex Forever..--::**::--.........................
................I KNEEL IN THE LONG SHADOW OF IT'S GREATNESS.............

sinbad · 10 February 2007, 03:07 AM

I wouldn't call it rare since LV is still a production watch. Rolex has not formally stated when production will end. I have one and love it. Buy one if you love it - not because of anything else.

tonelar · 10 February 2007, 06:02 AM

If it caught you thinking about it in the middel of the night, sounds like LoVe to me...

The LV is a doll...

astcell · 10 February 2007, 12:51 PM

JJ and Kakalika, yes the subs are similar in thickness, the TT GMT is very thick in comparison. Makes me feel that the TT GMT ought to be rated to SD depth. I put them side by side, hmm maybe I can get a picture if it has not sold yet.

Oh as I was on the list for a Daytona, I was really on for the next specialty watch, which is the LV. The apologized and will keep me in mind for the Daytona too.

tonelar · 10 February 2007, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by astcell

Makes me feel that the TT GMT ought to be rated to SD depth.

You're right actually.. unless the new movement takes up more room... meaning the case walls aren't as thick. The helium escape valve is only useful in sat diving situations... so I can't see why it wouldn't be... Is gold more reactive to high pressure due to it's softness relative to SS?

Which may be a wrong assumption as well seeing that we're taking about a TT watch, so the case should be SS. Where as the only gold should be the bezel, crown and center links (bracelet).

Rodmo · 10 February 2007, 01:24 PM

Gets the most of my wrist time........

Cheers.........Rod

Tombstone · 10 February 2007, 02:16 PM

Robert,
Get it, and get it quick. I bought mine on vactation from an AD. I jumped at the chance and I am not sorry I did. If you change your mind later, you will have no trouble selling it. Just my two cents worth.

mailman · 10 February 2007, 07:50 PM

I wouldn't worry about the rarity of it Robert. They seem to be popping up a bit more than in the past now.

Get it if it smiles at you

astcell · 10 February 2007, 11:18 PM

All the Rolexes smile at me. I think the entire AD staff has standing orders to smile at me.

A. Jacobs · 10 February 2007, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by astcell

All the Rolexes smile at me. I think the entire AD staff has standing orders to smile at me.

So have you made a descision on the "Kermit" yet?

My AD just told me last night that he'll get one in once in a while, but he still doesn't think that they are in full production-but he could be wrong.

Prince · 10 February 2007, 11:46 PM

So Robert, as Christie Brinkley said to Chevy Chase in Family Vacation, "Are you gonna 'Go for it'?"

astcell · 10 February 2007, 11:52 PM

I will probably not go for it. Maybe if I flipped my SS GMT....

leopardprey · 10 February 2007, 11:57 PM

Well, since you already have a TT GMT, if you flipped your SS GMT and bought the Sub LV, you would have 2 with the maxi. One for travel/dress and one for diving/sport/adventure.

astcell · 22 February 2007, 03:22 PM

Due to a BAD ATTITUDE from one and now TWO of the salesmen at my AD, I have decided to return my Submariner LV, unopened. I do not want to look at it and be reminded of someone else's grumpy attitude and lousy day.

Kris · 22 February 2007, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by astcell

Due to a BAD ATTITUDE from one and now TWO of the salesmen at my AD, I have decided to return my Submariner LV, unopened. I do not want to look at it and be reminded of someone else's grumpy attitude and lousy day.

You joking? What happened?

tonelar · 11 February 2007, 03:39 AM

thas true... both Maxi dials.. is yummy

astcell · 13 February 2007, 12:26 PM

Today I went shopping and saw the LV in a used jewelry store for $6550. I did see some YMs and others as well, but was drawn to the LV. I called my AD, the LV there was still in stock, and for the street price. I went over and got it.

Sorry no pics, it is going to my California address to help save me a little sales tax. I'll pick it up when I am there next month.

Another saga ended with great results!

9 February 2007, 01:42 PM	#4
A. Jacobs "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Andrew Location: Ohio Watch: SS Sub Date 16610 Posts: 629	Go for it! __________________ Rolex Submariner 16610 "Never underestimate the predictability of stupidity."

9 February 2007, 02:06 PM	#5
Spencer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,338	I'm happy with mine __________________ I'm a perpetual kind of guy Resident Audemars Piguet Fanatic

10 February 2007, 06:02 AM	#16
tonelar "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Tony Location: san francisco Watch: Seadweller Posts: 1,368	If it caught you thinking about it in the middel of the night, sounds like LoVe to me... The LV is a doll... __________________ It's a rarity that something popular is actually right... Wear 'em with PRIDE, y'all.

10 February 2007, 11:46 PM	#24
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	So Robert, as Christie Brinkley said to Chevy Chase in Family Vacation, "Are you gonna 'Go for it'?" __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

11 February 2007, 03:39 AM	#29
tonelar "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Tony Location: san francisco Watch: Seadweller Posts: 1,368	thas true... both Maxi dials.. is yummy __________________ It's a rarity that something popular is actually right... Wear 'em with PRIDE, y'all.

9 February 2007, 12:46 PM	#1
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Submariner LV At my AD this evening I have first dibs on the Kermit Sub at $5525. Hmmm I checked it out and it is actually very nice! Carol says it matches my eyes. So I am tempted but wonder about the rarity and all that... I can decide later and check in tomorrow morning.

9 February 2007, 12:56 PM	#2
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Just got one. You should get one, be a good daily wear watch with your uniform, especially with a Nato.

9 February 2007, 12:58 PM	#3
newtamparealestate "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Sean Location: Wake Forest, NC Watch: GMT II C Posts: 309	Hey, what AD do you use? I have purchased 3 watches from Jared in brandon, and I am supposed to be #1 on there list. If you dont want it, can I buy it? Thanks

9 February 2007, 06:06 PM	#7
slim "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: los angeles/SD Watch: RG DD,SD43,Pam104 Posts: 385	I love mines. I don't think they are difficult to get. If you like it, go for it buddy.

9 February 2007, 08:48 PM	#8
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	The submariner is much thinner than the TTGMT I have. Hmmmm. I woke up in the middle of the night thinking about it too!

9 February 2007, 09:04 PM	#10
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	But the Sub is thicker than your SS GMT. I take it you are really liking the Maxi Dial of your TT GMT?

10 February 2007, 12:45 AM	#12
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,078	I like the LV too. But do not buy it for rarity, it is not like a SS daytona or anything. And it does not look like they will stop making them. At one point they were rare, not so much now. Have seen a few in the case at list.

10 February 2007, 12:01 AM	#14
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	I like the LV. .......................--::::--..Rolex Forever..--::::--......................... ................I KNEEL IN THE LONG SHADOW OF IT'S GREATNESS.............

10 February 2007, 03:07 AM	#15
sinbad "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Midwest U.S. Posts: 164	I wouldn't call it rare since LV is still a production watch. Rolex has not formally stated when production will end. I have one and love it. Buy one if you love it - not because of anything else.

10 February 2007, 12:51 PM	#17
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	JJ and Kakalika, yes the subs are similar in thickness, the TT GMT is very thick in comparison. Makes me feel that the TT GMT ought to be rated to SD depth. I put them side by side, hmm maybe I can get a picture if it has not sold yet. Oh as I was on the list for a Daytona, I was really on for the next specialty watch, which is the LV. The apologized and will keep me in mind for the Daytona too.

10 February 2007, 01:24 PM	#19
Rodmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Watch: 3 Subs/2 Daytonas Posts: 305	Gets the most of my wrist time........ Cheers.........Rod

10 February 2007, 02:16 PM	#20
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	Robert, Get it, and get it quick. I bought mine on vactation from an AD. I jumped at the chance and I am not sorry I did. If you change your mind later, you will have no trouble selling it. Just my two cents worth.

10 February 2007, 07:50 PM	#21
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	I wouldn't worry about the rarity of it Robert. They seem to be popping up a bit more than in the past now. Get it if it smiles at you

10 February 2007, 11:18 PM	#22
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	All the Rolexes smile at me. I think the entire AD staff has standing orders to smile at me.

10 February 2007, 11:52 PM	#25
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	I will probably not go for it. Maybe if I flipped my SS GMT....

10 February 2007, 11:57 PM	#26
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Well, since you already have a TT GMT, if you flipped your SS GMT and bought the Sub LV, you would have 2 with the maxi. One for travel/dress and one for diving/sport/adventure.

22 February 2007, 03:22 PM	#27
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Due to a BAD ATTITUDE from one and now TWO of the salesmen at my AD, I have decided to return my Submariner LV, unopened. I do not want to look at it and be reminded of someone else's grumpy attitude and lousy day.

13 February 2007, 12:26 PM	#30
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Today I went shopping and saw the LV in a used jewelry store for $6550. I did see some YMs and others as well, but was drawn to the LV. I called my AD, the LV there was still in stock, and for the street price. I went over and got it. Sorry no pics, it is going to my California address to help save me a little sales tax. I'll pick it up when I am there next month. Another saga ended with great results!

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