Am I the only one who does this??

[baamvino]

Here is the thing -
I've been buying and selling Rolexes for over a decade now, mostly 5-digit and 6-digit models. For some reason, every time I have a few 5 digit pieces in my collection, I end up missing the modern look and build of the 6-digits and buy them again. But in the end, I always find myself scrolling through social media, drawn back to the 5-digits again. They just feel like the perfect design with proportions that Rolex has ever created.

The one thing I do appreciate about the 6-digits is that you can sometimes buy them new at retail(if you can) and get that "First-owner" experience. But purely from a design standpoint, I still can't say the 6-digits are better in any way.

I've owned 5-digit models like the Daytona(in this case steel 6 digits), GMT Master 2, Exp 1 and 2, and the Sub no-date, but the only 6-digit that actually feels as good as the 5-digits to me was the Ceramic Daytona.

I now have a few 5-digit models but not looking to sell these anymore because I know that I will come back to these models eventually.

Am I the only one who feels this way?

[rolph]

You're definitely not alone in that feeling, It's like the 5-digit models have a charm that keeps pulling you back in.

[rmagoo57]

You're not alone. Still have my BLNR on jubilee but dumped my 6-digit sub and Exp II, keeping the 5-digit models. I will ride off into the sunset with these!

[cdmorenot]

Kind of. I bought my first 5 digits after having owned only 6 digits … sold it cause it was flimsy. Bought it again cause it was perfect. LOL. Now I have a combination of 5s and 6s. Problem solved!

[enjoythemusic]

It's just you, thankfully there's an ointment that helps.

[Dan Pierce]

Nope, been a 5 digit guy from the start & remain that way.
dP

[brandrea]

I’ve owned both and for me prefer the feel of 6 digits, but I do like the aesthetic of some 5 digits … both is the ideal solution

[Calatrava r]

Do the older ones have the hollow links, hence the flimsy feeling. I personally like the upgrades over the years and really glad to see the maxi cases and wide lugs being phased out. Still awaiting this to the GMT line.

[JRell]

I like the 6 digits way better. The ceramic bezels drew me in.

[77T]

I like 5 digit models and even 4 digit models.

But sometimes the peak of the pyramid is only available in a 6 digit model and I don't hesitate to go that route. It's so important not to get "fixed" into a box or you can end up missing a wonderful opportunity.

For me, that was the Platona.

Other examples may be out there - but I hope I explained my point.


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[TheWatchmen]

Having owned a bunch over the last 8 years or so too, I’ve settled on owning a vintage one and a modern one.

Both itches are satisfied.

[R-Star]

To me, 5 digits wear the crown.

[Gerry62]

I absolutely prefer the 5 digits but it's nice to have a 6 too

[jgottsman11]

I prefer 5 digit. They just have a look and feel that the 6 digits lost

[Deppe]

Much prefer the 5-digit models. For me, they represent the time where a Rolex watch maybe was a status symbol but it was also a tool watch, whereas with the 6-digits they went into being a status symbol/jewelry only - too big and flashy for my taste.

Of course YMMV

[baamvino]

Originally Posted by Gerry62

I absolutely prefer the 5 digits but it's nice to have a 6 too

Amazing collection. Thanks for sharing!

[Gerry62]

Originally Posted by baamvino

Amazing collection. Thanks for sharing!

I really appreciate it. Many thanks.

[baamvino]

Originally Posted by rmagoo57

You're not alone. Still have my BLNR on jubilee but dumped my 6-digit sub and Exp II, keeping the 5-digit models. I will ride off into the sunset with these!

Wow I love it

[stateman]

Much prefer the 5 digits myself, having cycled through several 6 and 5 variants.

After all the back-and-forth of buying and selling over the past decade (like the OP), the revelation was the combination of the 16710 on the 'modern' bracelets (97200 and 63600). Now every other Rolex is gone from the collection and I've been fine so far (famous last words).

[0nly5iv3Digits]

5 digits >>>>>> 6 digits. End.

[casadecamporolex]

Bit of a junkie for 5 digits.

[Jackie Daytona]

Definitely prefer 5 digits. You are not alone at all. I have both, but have always really been a 5 digit guy.

[Afratello03]

Originally Posted by brandrea

I’ve owned both and for me prefer the feel of 6 digits, but I do like the aesthetic of some 5 digits … both is the ideal solution

Exactly

[jamesbondOO7]

Only 5-digits, owned a couple of 6-digits for a very short period. Cannot find the ceramic bezel remotely attractive nor the bulky cases.

[Ravager135]

Always great to have a mix of 5 and 6 digit watches if you can. The 5 digit GMTs and Subs wear differently and have a completely different charm. I wear my six digit references 95% of the time, but once in awhile I go back and pick up my first Rolex which was a 16610.

[OG1982]

Sounds to me like you are a fan of the 'hunt', and perhaps get bored easily once you've bought a new watch.

I too get bored of watches after a while, but I've never rebought a watch. I have bought 6 Rolex watches, sold 3 and still own 2 for myself (my wife owns 1 so that is ringfenced ). All watches were bought with good intentions to keep forever, and for whatever reason I sold, also for good reason, so would never buy back again.

[fishingbear]

I love both 5 and 6 digits for very different reasons.
Take the GMT Master IIs and LV Subs; Same reference names but very different references.

[WilsdorfNDavis]

I'm the other way 'round, at least when it comes to the Explorer 2.

I much prefer the larger 226570 to the 16570; the new model fits my flat 7.5" wrist much better.

[Henrimontgomery]

17013 still the most beautiful Rolex bracelet made in modern era.

[DoubleDeac]

Regardless of what you prefer, I have a strong suspicion you'll be swayed into a 6 digit again and continue buying and selling as the times change.

Just admit you're addicted, it's freeing that way :)