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Preacher · 19 December 2021, 10:05 PM

Sabr

RoRoRo · 19 December 2021, 10:19 PM

The one you can’t get

DCheeta · 19 December 2021, 11:29 PM

I’ve always favored the no date versions, and I think the 124060 is the ultimate evolution of the Sub.

RustyW · 23 December 2021, 03:37 AM

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I’ve always favored the no date versions, and I think the 124060 is the ultimate evolution of the Sub.

Modern-I vote this one

Kyle3130 · 29 December 2021, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by DCheeta

I’ve always favored the no date versions, and I think the 124060 is the ultimate evolution of the Sub.

Agreed, I love mine!

domi1 · 30 December 2021, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyle3130

Agreed, I love mine!

subby718 · 29 December 2021, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DCheeta

I’ve always favored the no date versions, and I think the 124060 is the ultimate evolution of the Sub.

Great shot and beautiful Subby!

Chester01 · 20 December 2021, 12:46 AM

For me it’s the 16610, gifted to me in 1998 and on my wrist more days than not over that span. I love the look of vintage, but it has the same lines as the vintage versions, perhaps arguably the most robust movement Rolex ever made, the upgraded steel in the bracelet, and walks the line between vintage and modern.

Watchdoctor998 · 20 December 2021, 01:19 AM

Not a lot of love here for the 114060 which has to be one of my favourite versions of the sub!!

Marast-66 · 21 December 2021, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchdoctor998

Not a lot of love here for the 114060 which has to be one of my favourite versions of the sub!!

I am in your boat, too.

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thesharkfactor · 20 December 2021, 02:12 AM

The ultimate Submariner for me would be a nice good clean condition 16610 from 2000-2006, before any of the rehaut engraving or ceramic bezels. This is the type of tool watch that embodies traditional Rolex for me. If I could have only 1 Rolex, that would be it.

Rick_Nashville · 20 December 2021, 02:36 AM

So, I'm lucky to own several Subs. For me, the 1680 stands out and is just so enjoyable to wear. The fit, comfort, look, and accuracy are amazing. The overall visual statement continues to impress decades after its release.

Watchdoctor998 · 20 December 2021, 03:49 AM

So far this is the standout winner for me! What a stunning submariner

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Originally Posted by Rick_Nashville

So, I'm lucky to own several Subs. For me, the 1680 stands out and is just so enjoyable to wear. The fit, comfort, look, and accuracy are amazing. The overall visual statement continues to impress decades after its release.

Rick_Nashville · 20 December 2021, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchdoctor998

So far this is the standout winner for me! What a stunning submariner

Thank you.

There are lots of absolutely fantastic Subs in this thread.

inadeje · 20 December 2021, 02:21 AM

Hi OP, great question but a tad subjective.

From the early subs I prefer the 5513 Maxi dial (I have one)
From the mid production subs I prefer the 16610 SEL non rehaut (I have one)
From the modern variants I prefer the latest 41 due to its harmonious proportions (i will get one)

I believe Rolex lost the plot with the maxi case era of adding more metal to the slab side case.

Just my 2 cents

Krash · 20 December 2021, 02:30 AM

114060 or 124060

7enderbender · 20 December 2021, 02:30 AM

Short of a true no date vintage model, the ultimate sub really is the Sea Dweller 16600.

Kinnakeet · 20 December 2021, 02:38 AM

Smurf.

Brny11 · 20 December 2021, 04:04 AM

126610lv. The new 41 series is king IMO. With a splash of color and still steel which is more functional (which doesn't necessarily matter) but gold is a bit contradictory on a Sub.

Vintage is on a different level and is brilliant on the wrist. However, the quality of any vintage piece is sub par, compared to modern.

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Lesnerelli23 · 20 December 2021, 04:07 AM

The 6538 is my favorite vintage Sub, while the much divisive 116610LN is my modern favorite.

I own the 116610LN and I'll never forget the first pics I saw online. I didn't pay a lot of attention to model updates then because I never thought I could get one. I compared it with the previous 5 digit and noticed the Maxi dial and super case lugs immediately. I thought those features really gave the watch a personality against a market flooded with 5 digit look alikes.

The new generation is still close but I would never give up the distinct thick lug look of mine.

As a consolation prize to never being able to touch a 6538, I have the BB58. I'm more than happy with that piece as well.

Ferrari308 · 20 December 2021, 04:08 AM

There are so many possible answers to this question, so I am going to answer like this.

Affordable:

The one I own. (16610)

The money no object answer:

The one Sean Connery wore in Doctor No.

PDG

dawalsh · 20 December 2021, 04:12 AM

Nice patina 1680 or 5513 wears best for me.

GB-man · 20 December 2021, 04:22 AM

5517

GrantD · 20 December 2021, 11:09 AM

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5517

Bladeshot · 20 December 2021, 11:57 AM

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Very nice!!

RustyW · 23 December 2021, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by GrantD

This one wins overall IMO. I wish they would do a modern version in 42 mm.

Finslayer83 · 20 December 2021, 11:48 PM

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5517

this

Watchdoctor998 · 20 December 2021, 04:55 AM

These are the two in my collection currently but thinking of going vintage for the next!

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chris242 · 21 December 2021, 05:15 AM

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These are the two in my collection currently but thinking of going vintage for the next!

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Same 2 are in my collection.

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alphadweller · 20 December 2021, 10:36 AM

To me it's the SD43.

19 December 2021, 10:05 PM	#1
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20 December 2021, 02:21 AM	#15
inadeje 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,907	Hi OP, great question but a tad subjective. From the early subs I prefer the 5513 Maxi dial (I have one) From the mid production subs I prefer the 16610 SEL non rehaut (I have one) From the modern variants I prefer the latest 41 due to its harmonious proportions (i will get one) I believe Rolex lost the plot with the maxi case era of adding more metal to the slab side case. Just my 2 cents __________________ ♛ 218206 Roman ♛ 116689 ♛ 126710BLRO ♛ 16520 white ♛ 16523 white ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1R-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Bronzo 671 & 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Cartier Santos XL - Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

20 December 2021, 04:22 AM	#23
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19 December 2021, 10:19 PM	#2
RoRoRo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: U.K. Watch: YM40 Posts: 856	The one you can’t get

19 December 2021, 11:29 PM	#3
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	I’ve always favored the no date versions, and I think the 124060 is the ultimate evolution of the Sub.

20 December 2021, 12:46 AM	#8
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	For me it’s the 16610, gifted to me in 1998 and on my wrist more days than not over that span. I love the look of vintage, but it has the same lines as the vintage versions, perhaps arguably the most robust movement Rolex ever made, the upgraded steel in the bracelet, and walks the line between vintage and modern.

20 December 2021, 01:19 AM	#9
Watchdoctor998 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Croydon Posts: 69	Not a lot of love here for the 114060 which has to be one of my favourite versions of the sub!!

20 December 2021, 02:12 AM	#11
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,643	The ultimate Submariner for me would be a nice good clean condition 16610 from 2000-2006, before any of the rehaut engraving or ceramic bezels. This is the type of tool watch that embodies traditional Rolex for me. If I could have only 1 Rolex, that would be it.

20 December 2021, 02:36 AM	#12
Rick_Nashville 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,485	So, I'm lucky to own several Subs. For me, the 1680 stands out and is just so enjoyable to wear. The fit, comfort, look, and accuracy are amazing. The overall visual statement continues to impress decades after its release.

20 December 2021, 02:30 AM	#16
Krash 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida Watch: Sub, DJ41, GMT Posts: 8,267	114060 or 124060

20 December 2021, 02:30 AM	#17
7enderbender "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: USA Posts: 976	Short of a true no date vintage model, the ultimate sub really is the Sea Dweller 16600.

20 December 2021, 02:38 AM	#18
Kinnakeet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Michelle Location: Canada/Florida Watch: WG Breguet Typexx Posts: 2,929	Smurf.

20 December 2021, 04:04 AM	#19
Brny11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Real Name: Brian Location: Florida Posts: 2,460	126610lv. The new 41 series is king IMO. With a splash of color and still steel which is more functional (which doesn't necessarily matter) but gold is a bit contradictory on a Sub. Vintage is on a different level and is brilliant on the wrist. However, the quality of any vintage piece is sub par, compared to modern. Sent from my Pixel 6 Pro using Tapatalk

20 December 2021, 04:07 AM	#20
Lesnerelli23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 871	The 6538 is my favorite vintage Sub, while the much divisive 116610LN is my modern favorite. I own the 116610LN and I'll never forget the first pics I saw online. I didn't pay a lot of attention to model updates then because I never thought I could get one. I compared it with the previous 5 digit and noticed the Maxi dial and super case lugs immediately. I thought those features really gave the watch a personality against a market flooded with 5 digit look alikes. The new generation is still close but I would never give up the distinct thick lug look of mine. As a consolation prize to never being able to touch a 6538, I have the BB58. I'm more than happy with that piece as well.

20 December 2021, 04:08 AM	#21
Ferrari308 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Deep South Watch: Daytona,GMT,Sub,DD Posts: 721	There are so many possible answers to this question, so I am going to answer like this. Affordable: The one I own. (16610) The money no object answer: The one Sean Connery wore in Doctor No. PDG

20 December 2021, 04:12 AM	#22
dawalsh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Midwest Posts: 364	Nice patina 1680 or 5513 wears best for me.

20 December 2021, 04:55 AM	#28
Watchdoctor998 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Croydon Posts: 69	These are the two in my collection currently but thinking of going vintage for the next! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

20 December 2021, 10:36 AM	#30
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 6,198	To me it's the SD43.

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