The Rolex Forums   The Rolex Watch

ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX


Go Back   Rolex Forums - Rolex Forum > Rolex & Tudor Watch Topics > Vintage Rolex Discussion

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 23 October 2024, 05:55 PM   #31
ianmcg
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: London
Posts: 114
Quote:
Originally Posted by swish77 View Post
Red Subs are a very different animal. That splash of red on the dial makes a visible impact. Same for a DRSD or a Big Red Daytona.

The difference between a pointy or flat top on an insert “4” is not the same. Whether or not the big premium is worth it is up to the buyer to decide, of course.
Are we saying therefore that there should be no premium for Mk1 red sub over a Mk4 or a patent-pending DRSD over a regular one? I'm not sure the world agrees.

The flat 4 and associated dial are indicators of a Mk1.
ianmcg is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 23 October 2024, 07:42 PM   #32
swish77
2024 Pledge Member
 
swish77's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2009
Real Name: Aaron
Location: CT/NYC
Watch: ing the time!
Posts: 6,999
Quote:
Originally Posted by ianmcg View Post
Are we saying therefore that there should be no premium for Mk1 red sub over a Mk4 or a patent-pending DRSD over a regular one? I'm not sure the world agrees.

The flat 4 and associated dial are indicators of a Mk1.
You’re comparing true vintage Rolexes to a relatively modern Sub. I think they’re two different worlds. There are dealers who make the same argument with the modern SD43, which had a slightly different dial when released in 2017.

I’m all about what makes a visual impression on the wrist, not tiny details. So for a red Sub, I’d much rather have an MK2 tropical version because of the visual beauty of the dial. It’s worth a premium, unlike an MK1, IMHO. And as always, the overall condition would be much more important, regardless of which version.
swish77 is online now   Reply With Quote
Old 23 October 2024, 09:45 PM   #33
Dan S
2024 Pledge Member
 
Dan S's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Colorado, USA
Posts: 6,289
Many of these features are initially noted because they help establish originality/correctness, and then noobs begin to think that the features have some sort of intrinsic value.
__________________
@oldwatchdan on IG
Dan S is online now   Reply With Quote
Old 24 October 2024, 01:48 AM   #34
Jonny8
"TRF" Member
 
Jonny8's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2022
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 175
If you are a collector sure the flat 4 is probably worth it.

Mine isn’t a flat 4 and I am more than happy with that as it cost less and is my daily!
Jonny8 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump

My Watch LLC

WatchesOff5th

DavidSW Watches

Takuya Watches

OCWatches

Asset Appeal

Wrist Aficionado


*Banners Of The Month*
This space is provided to horological resources.





Copyright ©2004-2024, The Rolex Forums. All Rights Reserved.

ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

Rolex is a registered trademark of ROLEX USA. The Rolex Forums is not affiliated with ROLEX USA in any way.