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16 October 2012, 03:31 AM | #1 |
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Subamariner non cermaic vs ceramic
as above any photos of them side by side which is best im about to buy my first rolex but cant deside which one
im going for steel with black dial or the green hulk date or non They have a steel black dial submariner ceramic in no date in my local ad £5000 so im in two minds and just want to know what you think |
16 October 2012, 03:39 AM | #2 |
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I have had both and I enjoy the sub ceramic so much more. The glidelock clasp is amazing I also love the shine on the ceramic over the aluminum insert. Some like the old some like the new, you really just have to decide for yourself which one you enjoy the most. Go to an AD try the subC on and see if it sings to you.
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16 October 2012, 03:43 AM | #3 |
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The Sub C has a better bracelet, but the shininess detracts from it's utility as a dive watch. The previous Sub (assuming we're talking about the non-date) is probably the last of the Rolex tool-watches, but I don't think it's the definitive Submariner. If you want the best Submariner, you have to go vintage, or look elsewhere - I think the Tudor Pelagos is more "Sub-like" than the current Submariner
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16 October 2012, 03:50 AM | #4 |
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I have tried on both just need some more surport i love the new one but i do have a small wrist. So im in two minds as i do like big watches as look more manley but i have a ladies wrist.
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16 October 2012, 03:57 AM | #5 |
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Had them both and couldn't get used to the square look and the way the shoulders tailed in to the bracelet on the ceramic sub. Sold them both and bought the last of the old series, which for me has the classic sub lines. I also bought the later bracelet so I have the best of both worlds minus the ceramic dial whic I do like.
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16 October 2012, 04:03 AM | #6 |
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Here are 5513 non ceramic and 116610 ceramic.
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16 October 2012, 04:08 AM | #7 |
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I like new case design, not big fan of ceramic. If I must pick, I'll pick ceramic.
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16 October 2012, 04:13 AM | #8 |
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I like the metal bezel insert. I'd focus there for my first one...
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16 October 2012, 04:17 AM | #9 |
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some how the 5513 looks bigger on you...maybe its just me...opps...i forgot to vote for OP....hmmmm..tough one for me...i'll choose the subc with date....?ND version i prefer the non ceramic...
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16 October 2012, 04:25 AM | #10 |
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The 16610LV is by far my fave Sub so far |
16 October 2012, 04:27 AM | #11 |
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16 October 2012, 04:30 AM | #12 |
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If you're talking about the bluesy I much much much prefer the old-style which is why I bought it over the ceramic one.
However if you are a fan of the black I think I like the ceramic one better Although I must admit I prefer the black GMT Master II over the black Sub. If you're into green I just love the ceramic Hulk over the old LV. To me, green is a little flamboyant to begin with so if you going to go green go whole hog :) |
16 October 2012, 04:32 AM | #13 |
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16 October 2012, 04:38 AM | #14 |
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I've tried them both on at the same time and I didn't see a huge difference. From 10 feet away they looked basically the same to me.
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16 October 2012, 04:44 AM | #16 |
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LN wise, I prefer 116610.
Tough call if choosing between 16610LV and 116610LN. |
16 October 2012, 05:08 AM | #17 |
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Great photos i want both now |
16 October 2012, 05:17 AM | #18 |
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I prefer the aluminum bezel over the ceramic but I prefer the glidelock bracelet over the original. I wish I could order a glidelock for my 16610.
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16 October 2012, 05:42 AM | #19 |
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Every owner has their preference. Personally, I prefer the newer Ceramic model as I owned both Sub Dates plus a 14060m.
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16 October 2012, 06:26 AM | #20 |
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I have a 6.8 in wrist and I thought
I would not like the Sub-C but ended up taking on in trade a few mths back (I have since moved it) but have to tell you I was REALLY impressed! Great watch, very comfortable, wore very well!!! I do not think you can go wrong with either, the new bracelet is really something though!!
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Exactly!!!
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16 October 2012, 06:41 AM | #22 |
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Maybe one day I will get the 116610 so I can have mother/father like my Explorers.
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16 October 2012, 07:23 AM | #23 |
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16 October 2012, 08:24 AM | #24 |
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Try on both and decide. Both would be great. I would go with ceramic.
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16 October 2012, 09:03 AM | #25 |
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16 October 2012, 09:29 AM | #26 |
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16 October 2012, 09:35 AM | #27 |
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Non ceramic for smaller wrists, but you can't really go wrong with either.
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16 October 2012, 09:55 AM | #29 |
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If you want a classic, go non-ceramic. It wears more comforable to me. The transition from the lugs to the bracelet looks more smooth. Plus, replacing the bezel insert will run you under $100, where the ceramic will run you several hundred. The hollow links also make it lighter. But, some members feel it makes the bracelet seem cheap.
However, the newer model has several upgrades that you can clearly see from the wonderful pictures provided by other members. To include solid end links, and an improved clasp. The dial has also recieved an upgrade you can clearly see. The case is also a little beefier, if that's your thing. Me, I wanted a classic and I don't mind what comes with it. It suits me better. It seems more casual, like me. The ceramic bezel gives it a bit of "flash". Lucky for me, I was able to snag the last one at the AD before the newer No-date Subs came out. It suits me better. But I do agree that overall the newer model is a better watch when i set all my biases aside. |
16 October 2012, 10:42 AM | #30 |
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Classic non ceramic all the way mate....16610!!
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