Submariner LV

[astcell]

At my AD this evening I have first dibs on the Kermit Sub at $5525. Hmmm I checked it out and it is actually very nice! Carol says it matches my eyes.

So I am tempted but wonder about the rarity and all that... I can decide later and check in tomorrow morning.

[leopardprey]

Just got one. You should get one, be a good daily wear watch with your uniform, especially with a Nato.

[newtamparealestate]

Hey, what AD do you use? I have purchased 3 watches from Jared in brandon, and I am supposed to be #1 on there list. If you dont want it, can I buy it? Thanks

[A. Jacobs]

Go for it!

[Spencer]

I'm happy with mine

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by astcell

At my AD this evening I have first dibs on the Kermit Sub at $5525. Hmmm I checked it out and it is actually very nice! Carol says it matches my eyes.

So I am tempted but wonder about the rarity and all that... I can decide later and check in tomorrow morning.

Go with your dream watch, Robert. Pay a little more and buy the TT YM white dial you love so much.

JJ

[slim]

I love mines. I don't think they are difficult to get. If you like it, go for it buddy.

[astcell]

The submariner is much thinner than the TTGMT I have. Hmmmm. I woke up in the middle of the night thinking about it too!

[leopardprey]

But the Sub is thicker than your SS GMT. I take it you are really liking the Maxi Dial of your TT GMT?

[nko51]

I like the LV.

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................I KNEEL IN THE LONG SHADOW OF IT'S GREATNESS.............

[astcell]

Originally Posted by leopardprey

But the Sub is thicker than your SS GMT. I take it you are really liking the Maxi Dial of your TT GMT?

I mean the casing itself.

[Mr. K]

I like the LV too.

But do not buy it for rarity, it is not like a SS daytona or anything.

And it does not look like they will stop making them.

At one point they were rare, not so much now. Have seen a few in the case at list.

[sinbad]

I wouldn't call it rare since LV is still a production watch. Rolex has not formally stated when production will end. I have one and love it. Buy one if you love it - not because of anything else.

[kakalika]

Originally Posted by astcell

The submariner is much thinner than the TTGMT I have. Hmmmm. I woke up in the middle of the night thinking about it too!

The sub is thinner than the new TT GMT ??? If and when this puppy comes out in SS, it is going to be a stunner.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by astcell

I mean the casing itself.

Hey Robert,

I'm sure you're aware of this, but just for your information, the LV Sub case is IDENTICAL to the SS Sub-date (16610) one.

Cheers - JJ

[tonelar]

If it caught you thinking about it in the middel of the night, sounds like LoVe to me...

The LV is a doll...

[astcell]

JJ and Kakalika, yes the subs are similar in thickness, the TT GMT is very thick in comparison. Makes me feel that the TT GMT ought to be rated to SD depth. I put them side by side, hmm maybe I can get a picture if it has not sold yet.

Oh as I was on the list for a Daytona, I was really on for the next specialty watch, which is the LV. The apologized and will keep me in mind for the Daytona too.

[tonelar]

Originally Posted by astcell

Makes me feel that the TT GMT ought to be rated to SD depth.

You're right actually.. unless the new movement takes up more room... meaning the case walls aren't as thick. The helium escape valve is only useful in sat diving situations... so I can't see why it wouldn't be... Is gold more reactive to high pressure due to it's softness relative to SS?

Which may be a wrong assumption as well seeing that we're taking about a TT watch, so the case should be SS. Where as the only gold should be the bezel, crown and center links (bracelet).

[Rodmo]

Gets the most of my wrist time........

Cheers.........Rod

[Tombstone]

Robert,
Get it, and get it quick. I bought mine on vactation from an AD. I jumped at the chance and I am not sorry I did. If you change your mind later, you will have no trouble selling it. Just my two cents worth.

[mailman]

I wouldn't worry about the rarity of it Robert. They seem to be popping up a bit more than in the past now.

Get it if it smiles at you

[astcell]

All the Rolexes smile at me. I think the entire AD staff has standing orders to smile at me.

[A. Jacobs]

Originally Posted by astcell

All the Rolexes smile at me. I think the entire AD staff has standing orders to smile at me.

So have you made a descision on the "Kermit" yet?

My AD just told me last night that he'll get one in once in a while, but he still doesn't think that they are in full production-but he could be wrong.

[Prince]

So Robert, as Christie Brinkley said to Chevy Chase in Family Vacation, "Are you gonna 'Go for it'?"

[astcell]

I will probably not go for it. Maybe if I flipped my SS GMT....

[leopardprey]

Well, since you already have a TT GMT, if you flipped your SS GMT and bought the Sub LV, you would have 2 with the maxi. One for travel/dress and one for diving/sport/adventure.

[tonelar]

thas true... both Maxi dials.. is yummy

[astcell]

Today I went shopping and saw the LV in a used jewelry store for $6550. I did see some YMs and others as well, but was drawn to the LV. I called my AD, the LV there was still in stock, and for the street price. I went over and got it.

Sorry no pics, it is going to my California address to help save me a little sales tax. I'll pick it up when I am there next month.

Another saga ended with great results!

[leopardprey]

Hey, you got it!! Congrads! Are you going to sell your SS GMT II now?

Need pics.

I think we all have a serious addiction problem! Well, the good thing about Rolex Watches, you can always sell them in the future for very close to what you pay for them.

[mike]

Congrats Robert! The LV will make a great companion to the GMT TT.