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SubmarinerMariner · 27 June 2012, 01:38 AM

Hello All,

I just received this watch from FedEx this morning. My lovely wife thought it would be a great gift and an investment because she said she got it for a steal at $6K from a colleague she met at a convention.

This could be my 2nd Rolex as I have a 116613LN that I got earlier this year. This watch is a 16600 Z-series BNIB (no name and address on the warranty papers) and the plastic is still on the bracelet and the watch.

Since it was a surprise, I'm very grateful for my wife buying me this tidbit, but I must admit having some reservations on whether or not I should keep it since it's a tad similar (in my unexperienced eyes) to the Submariner I have - albeit an SS vs. TT.

I believe I have seven days to consider keeping it. Should I keep it? If I do...is this a better beater than my Submariner or should is this more of a Safe Queen (given that it's been in a safe since it was bought in late 2007) than my Submariner.

Thoughts and advice welcome please...any enabling words to convince me to hang unto it are most appreciated as well. I thought my wife had gotten a DSSD (that's what she said it was anyways - poor dear...

) - I guess I'm just a tad disappointed?

Thanks,
Tim

Chris B · 27 June 2012, 01:48 AM

Everyone is entitled to accept a kindness now & again.

Treasure both your wife & the Sub.

BeekerMuppet · 28 June 2012, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris B

Everyone is entitled to accept a kindness now & again.

Treasure both your wife & the Sub.

I totally agree. This watch is special already because your wife bought it for you

psd1966 · 27 June 2012, 01:48 AM

What a wonderful surprise - you have a very thoughtful wife!!

I have had a DSSD twice before and flipped both times, and certainly prefer the SD.

I would most certainly keep it given the watch is a present from your wife, and the fact that I think it is a great watch... but only you know the answer....

I would keep 100%....

MortgageGuy · 27 June 2012, 01:54 AM

A keeper IMO, certainly as it is from your wife and what a wife she is

As for wearing it or not I am not much for "saving" a watch and throwing it in a safe. It was made to wear and enjoy and that is exactly what I would do. Sure it will be worth less than an unworn discontinued model but who cares, that's my opinion anyway for whatever it is worth

azguy · 27 June 2012, 02:06 AM

I'd keep it and wear it

A.J.R. · 27 June 2012, 01:50 AM

I would probably keep it.

77T · 27 June 2012, 01:52 AM

It's an OK price - others have sold in the 5500 to 6500 range in similar condition for a full set.

I'd say keep it because you could resell easily if you later change your mind.

AND you'll keep the spouse happy!

SubmarinerMariner · 27 June 2012, 01:52 AM

Thank you all!!! Gonna wear it with pride...

mjclark32 · 27 June 2012, 02:08 AM

Another keep and wear it vote. The ss is great for everyday use.

Cru Jones · 27 June 2012, 02:09 AM

BNIB SD? score!!! but, that's just me. if you're not feeling it, flip it. she'll understand (she already understands "enough" to have surprised you with it in the first place).

djobala · 27 June 2012, 02:10 AM

By far my favorite! I also have a SubC and DJ but as a daily watch watch prefer my old school SD. Less flashy and I am not afraid to get my hands dirty with it on and in my opinion its an all around great watch.its discontinued and will I.M.O. be easy to sale if ever need be. My DJ on the other hand is my least favorite and a gift in 07 from my wife. Never ever wear it so the wife gave me the go to sell the DJ. She wants me to enjoy all my watches even the ones as gifts from her. So if your not happy with it then return or sell and get something from her that you absolutely love and enjoy. Cya D.

impalass · 27 June 2012, 02:44 AM

Lovely wife and watch, both are keepers imo.

Trouble15 · 27 June 2012, 02:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by impalass

Lovely wife and watch, both are keepers imo.

Linzjnr · 27 June 2012, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trouble15

Keeper for sure

ocwatching · 27 June 2012, 02:59 AM

keep...BNIB Sea Dweller? keep...
and lucky guy!

Gharddog03 · 27 June 2012, 03:03 AM

Wow. Keep it and enjoy it.

Engi · 27 June 2012, 03:21 AM

Based on your final sentence, if you're not so convinced, if I were you, I would send it back and pick up another one, with your wife too ...

Ciao

Engi

tkerrmd · 27 June 2012, 03:28 AM

Well I read between the lines and while all the above posts are warm and fuzzy and PC I would be honest with my wife and trade up for the DSSD. it is toooo much money for you not to have what you really wanted and I think your wife will understand that as well. as a WIS you will appreciate the DSSD way more than the older sub.
Not meant to offend your wife who is truely great but just trying to answer honestly.

tom

FremStar · 27 June 2012, 03:32 AM

Dude!!! Are you kidding me? Your wife got you the timepiece!!!! Wear that Sea-Dweller until the wheels and gears fall off!!! I see that you said you will wear it with pride, so good on you! There will be many more timepieces to acquire, most of us have multiple timepieces in our collection of similar lines with different colors and/or fonts! Enjoy buddy!

Rolexpilot · 27 June 2012, 03:40 AM

Keep it and get rid of whatever it is on your wrist in the second shot.

mottykytu · 27 June 2012, 03:40 AM

Imagine how happy your wife will be if he see you wear the watch she spend 6k to buy on the wrist EVERYDAY, it make you to remember Her, it is PRICELESS

Lagunatic · 27 June 2012, 05:14 AM

Keep it. I like your Patek Philippe too.

Sam Philip · 27 June 2012, 05:16 AM

I would keep it

superdog · 27 June 2012, 05:57 AM

keep her!!! she is awesome!!!

oh yeah...keep the watch too as it too is awesome!!!!!!

Peppers90 · 27 June 2012, 06:03 AM

Keep it, looks great on you and plus your other Rolex is TT. Will be
nice to have a daily wearable steel Rolex. Took a lot of courage for your wife
to purchase that for you; watches (like handbags/jewelry)are quite personal and I'm
sure she spent some time finding you the right piece. Congrats and enjoy Namor!!

Mastergreenhand · 27 June 2012, 06:32 AM

I vote for the keep. Awesome wife and awesome watch. Love the sea dweller.

Rolex Freak · 27 June 2012, 06:41 AM

Keep it.

sstarbuck68 · 27 June 2012, 06:49 AM

because if you get rid of one, I bet you'll lose the other!

I'll let you figure out the order. ;)

DCgator · 27 June 2012, 07:08 AM

The "great gift" was from your wife. Think this through before you make a decision.
Good luck.

27 June 2012, 01:38 AM	#1
SubmarinerMariner "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Namor Location: New York Watch: 100-04-11-01-04 Posts: 841	Help Please...Should I keep it or send back??? Hello All, I just received this watch from FedEx this morning. My lovely wife thought it would be a great gift and an investment because she said she got it for a steal at $6K from a colleague she met at a convention. This could be my 2nd Rolex as I have a 116613LN that I got earlier this year. This watch is a 16600 Z-series BNIB (no name and address on the warranty papers) and the plastic is still on the bracelet and the watch. Since it was a surprise, I'm very grateful for my wife buying me this tidbit, but I must admit having some reservations on whether or not I should keep it since it's a tad similar (in my unexperienced eyes) to the Submariner I have - albeit an SS vs. TT. I believe I have seven days to consider keeping it. Should I keep it? If I do...is this a better beater than my Submariner or should is this more of a Safe Queen (given that it's been in a safe since it was bought in late 2007) than my Submariner. Thoughts and advice welcome please...any enabling words to convince me to hang unto it are most appreciated as well. I thought my wife had gotten a DSSD (that's what she said it was anyways - poor dear... ) - I guess I'm just a tad disappointed? Thanks, Tim Attached Images

27 June 2012, 01:48 AM	#4
psd1966 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: London Watch: Rolex...... Posts: 131	16600 What a wonderful surprise - you have a very thoughtful wife!! I have had a DSSD twice before and flipped both times, and certainly prefer the SD. I would most certainly keep it given the watch is a present from your wife, and the fact that I think it is a great watch... but only you know the answer.... I would keep 100%....

27 June 2012, 01:54 AM	#5
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	A keeper IMO, certainly as it is from your wife and what a wife she is As for wearing it or not I am not much for "saving" a watch and throwing it in a safe. It was made to wear and enjoy and that is exactly what I would do. Sure it will be worth less than an unworn discontinued model but who cares, that's my opinion anyway for whatever it is worth __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

27 June 2012, 01:50 AM	#7
A.J.R. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: AJ Location: Oregon Watch: SUBC, DJII Posts: 1,827	I would probably keep it. __________________

27 June 2012, 01:52 AM	#8
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	It's an OK price - others have sold in the 5500 to 6500 range in similar condition for a full set. I'd say keep it because you could resell easily if you later change your mind. AND you'll keep the spouse happy! __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

27 June 2012, 01:48 AM	#2
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Everyone is entitled to accept a kindness now & again. Treasure both your wife & the Sub.

27 June 2012, 02:06 AM	#6
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	I'd keep it and wear it

27 June 2012, 02:08 AM	#10
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Another keep and wear it vote. The ss is great for everyday use. __________________

27 June 2012, 02:09 AM	#11
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,303	BNIB SD? score!!! but, that's just me. if you're not feeling it, flip it. she'll understand (she already understands "enough" to have surprised you with it in the first place).

27 June 2012, 02:10 AM	#12
djobala "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Michigan Posts: 45	By far my favorite! I also have a SubC and DJ but as a daily watch watch prefer my old school SD. Less flashy and I am not afraid to get my hands dirty with it on and in my opinion its an all around great watch.its discontinued and will I.M.O. be easy to sale if ever need be. My DJ on the other hand is my least favorite and a gift in 07 from my wife. Never ever wear it so the wife gave me the go to sell the DJ. She wants me to enjoy all my watches even the ones as gifts from her. So if your not happy with it then return or sell and get something from her that you absolutely love and enjoy. Cya D.

27 June 2012, 02:44 AM	#13
impalass "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: Toronto, Canada. Watch: SD / LV / Daytona Posts: 2,089	Lovely wife and watch, both are keepers imo.

27 June 2012, 02:59 AM	#16
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	keep...BNIB Sea Dweller? keep... and lucky guy! __________________ too much into watches...

27 June 2012, 03:03 AM	#17
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	Wow. Keep it and enjoy it.

27 June 2012, 03:21 AM	#18
Engi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Everywhere Posts: 1,434	Based on your final sentence, if you're not so convinced, if I were you, I would send it back and pick up another one, with your wife too ... Ciao Engi

27 June 2012, 03:28 AM	#19
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	Well I read between the lines and while all the above posts are warm and fuzzy and PC I would be honest with my wife and trade up for the DSSD. it is toooo much money for you not to have what you really wanted and I think your wife will understand that as well. as a WIS you will appreciate the DSSD way more than the older sub. Not meant to offend your wife who is truely great but just trying to answer honestly. tom

27 June 2012, 03:32 AM	#20
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Dude!!! Are you kidding me? Your wife got you the timepiece!!!! Wear that Sea-Dweller until the wheels and gears fall off!!! I see that you said you will wear it with pride, so good on you! There will be many more timepieces to acquire, most of us have multiple timepieces in our collection of similar lines with different colors and/or fonts! Enjoy buddy! __________________ "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not of the pocket!" "A Watch Is An Emotional Object, And So, It Is The Responsibility Of The Brand To Create Emotion Through It's Products" - Georges Kern "In the 1950s and 60s, they made the Ref 8171, which is a cult collectible—now that’s the ultimate Rolex you could own with a calendar and a moon phase.” - John Reardon "Heh, heh, heh..." - Michael Kilyung

27 June 2012, 03:40 AM	#21
Rolexpilot Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: USA Posts: 157	Keep it and get rid of whatever it is on your wrist in the second shot.

27 June 2012, 03:40 AM	#22
mottykytu Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: VIETNAM Posts: 81	Imagine how happy your wife will be if he see you wear the watch she spend 6k to buy on the wrist EVERYDAY, it make you to remember Her, it is PRICELESS

27 June 2012, 05:14 AM	#23
Lagunatic Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Ron Location: Laguna Niguel, Ca Watch: Rolex 116613LN Posts: 1,724	Keep it. I like your Patek Philippe too.

27 June 2012, 05:16 AM	#24
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	I would keep it

27 June 2012, 05:57 AM	#25
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	keep her!!! she is awesome!!! oh yeah...keep the watch too as it too is awesome!!!!!! __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

27 June 2012, 06:03 AM	#26
Peppers90 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Shannon Location: USA Watch: AP & Rolex Posts: 2,264	Keep it, looks great on you and plus your other Rolex is TT. Will be nice to have a daily wearable steel Rolex. Took a lot of courage for your wife to purchase that for you; watches (like handbags/jewelry)are quite personal and I'm sure she spent some time finding you the right piece. Congrats and enjoy Namor!!

27 June 2012, 06:32 AM	#27
Mastergreenhand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Tony Location: Chi-town Watch: Starbucks, Panerai Posts: 1,189	I vote for the keep. Awesome wife and awesome watch. Love the sea dweller.

27 June 2012, 06:41 AM	#28
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	Keep it.

27 June 2012, 06:49 AM	#29
sstarbuck68 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: VA Posts: 24	Keep both... because if you get rid of one, I bet you'll lose the other! I'll let you figure out the order. ;)

27 June 2012, 07:08 AM	#30
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	The "great gift" was from your wife. Think this through before you make a decision. Good luck.

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