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hrhazzard · 15 January 2016, 06:08 PM

I am so disappointed in the new Rolex cases. The fat lugs and crown protectors look ridiculous. For that money I am totally not interested. I am looking at some older model New Never Worn 16570 and 16610LV. My advice to Rolex is to bring back the last model 16000 Series cases. At the very least reduce the lug width and crown guard width or put a 22mm bracelet on there. I also prefer the shape to the older models. it was more artful and masculine. I have yet to talk with anyone who likes the looks of this watch. Comments please!

xelor69 · 15 January 2016, 07:24 PM

maybe it looks ridiculous to you, but many people love it... a matter of taste

Gasoil4ever · 15 January 2016, 08:05 PM

I have to agree with the OP.

That's why my only "modern" option in the "sub-sea-GMT" line up was the SD4k.

capote · 15 January 2016, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gasoil4ever

I have to agree with the OP.

That's why my only "modern" option in the "sub-sea-GMT" line up was the SD4k.

I agree, that case makes sense

Glidelock · 15 January 2016, 09:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gasoil4ever

I have to agree with the OP.

That's why my only "modern" option in the "sub-sea-GMT" line up was the SD4k.

Yup... Couldn't agree more! That is why I flipped my SubC LN for my SDC4K, and have never looked back. And, with as much as I love my Sub LVC based on that dial and bezel...it would get a lot more wrist time if it were of the same case dimensions as SDC4K!!!

alanc · 15 January 2016, 09:30 PM

Welcome to the forum.

I agree with you, but many do love the new case dimensions. If I get a sub it will be a five-number reference, but hey, I'm an old fogey, what do I know?

madmole · 15 January 2016, 10:01 PM

I'm the opposite, I prefer the new case, the old crown guards look too dainty, pointy to me for a tool watch. if your gonna have guards and lugs have proper ones!

watchwatcher · 15 January 2016, 10:05 PM

To each his own...but Rolex doesn't go backwards.

capote · 15 January 2016, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madmole

I'm the opposite, I prefer the new case, the old crown guards look too dainty, pointy to me for a tool watch. if your gonna have guards and lugs have proper ones!

Those "dainty" pointy CG worked pretty well when it actually was a tool watch.

brandrea · 15 January 2016, 10:27 PM

Welcome to the forum.

I appreciate both

Justinmg · 15 January 2016, 11:21 PM

5 digit all the way!! I flipped my subc and wouldn't buy any of the new Rolex models.

xelor69 · 15 January 2016, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justinmg

5 digit all the way!! I flipped my subc and wouldn't buy any of the new Rolex models.

flipped my 116600 and went back to classic

Muzz · 16 January 2016, 12:28 AM

Sales would suggest they made a move in the right direction. Lucky for you there are plenty of discontinued pieces to be had a great prices.

KBM · 16 January 2016, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Muzz

Sales would suggest they made a move in the right direction. Lucky for you there are plenty of discontinued pieces to be had a great prices.

Exactly. There are more than enough pieces on the market to serve all tastes. Welcome to TRF.

JJL · 16 January 2016, 12:41 AM

It's really a matter of taste. While I tend to agree with you, there is obviously market for the 6 digit refs. Luckily there are tons of minty 5 digit refs available on the second hand market, as well as NOS pieces. Or is it the ceramic bezel / lume that you'd prefer on the 5 digit case?

Ever consider a 4 digit reference? 1680, 1665, 1675, 5513? I mean, talk about a time piece with some true character. Vintage is an incredible avenue to explore.

beshannon · 16 January 2016, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hrhazzard

I am so disappointed in the new Rolex cases. The fat lugs and crown protectors look ridiculous. For that money I am totally not interested. I am looking at some older model New Never Worn 16570 and 16610LV. My advice to Rolex is to bring back the last model 16000 Series cases. At the very least reduce the lug width and crown guard width or put a 22mm bracelet on there. I also prefer the shape to the older models. it was more artful and masculine. I have yet to talk with anyone who likes the looks of this watch. Comments please!

I like mine.

There are a lot of watches out there, buy vintage

Andrés G · 16 January 2016, 12:50 AM

I prefer the new case and bracelet. In my opinion, Rolex made the right decision.

jbenjamin1 · 16 January 2016, 01:24 AM

I actually like both old and new cases on the GMT/Sub's. The new oyster bracelets win hands down!!! The new fatter lugged and overall beefier cases were produced to meet the demands of the growing interest in large watches. IMO they did it well without going grotesque in size (I shall not reference the offending manufacturers).

I had a 14060M G Serial and the only thing I wasn't too keen on was the bracelet as it wasn't SEL like its Date version brother. The 2 polar 16570's I loved everything about them.

My 2 subs and GMT are now all ceramic and I love them too.

Yet to encounter a Rolex I didn't like

dysondiver · 16 January 2016, 01:26 AM

welcome to the forum ,,, just vote with your wallet ,,,

Jack T · 16 January 2016, 01:33 AM

Oh, well...

JSI · 16 January 2016, 01:52 AM

I love the new case, I would not have got the SubC if it wasn't for the new case.
It makes a 40mm wear much larger.

Porter · 16 January 2016, 01:55 AM

The only new case I really like is the SD4K. For other sub, GMT or Explorer II... 5 digits cases if need to choose!!

sco · 16 January 2016, 02:36 AM

That's a pretty abrasive first post. There are many people here who not only like the new (not really new anymore) cases, but actually prefer them over the older generations.

I like the super cases personally, the way that the watch fits, feels, and looks can't be beat. The bracelets are much more to my liking being heavier and sturdier feeling. The ceramic inserts are almost magical how they reflect the light and remain flawless forever.

I can appreciate where they came from, which is the earlier models. Each to their own..

maxpowerman · 16 January 2016, 02:46 AM

I absolutely love the new super cases. I prefer something 42mm or above and have always lusted after a Sub. As such, the new 116610 models look like they fit the bill perfectly. NOW I just have to somehow get my hands on one!

tkerrmd · 16 January 2016, 02:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hrhazzard

I am so disappointed in the new Rolex cases. The fat lugs and crown protectors look ridiculous. For that money I am totally not interested. I am looking at some older model New Never Worn 16570 and 16610LV. My advice to Rolex is to bring back the last model 16000 Series cases. At the very least reduce the lug width and crown guard width or put a 22mm bracelet on there. I also prefer the shape to the older models. it was more artful and masculine. I have yet to talk with anyone who likes the looks of this watch. Comments please!

would redirect you to the vintage forum

AK797 · 16 January 2016, 03:04 AM

Well if you've never met anyone who likes the new case brace yourself, more than half the members here own one at least!

S2000_driver · 16 January 2016, 03:12 AM

Sea Dweller 4000 FTW!!!

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rossi46 · 16 January 2016, 03:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

To each his own...but Rolex doesn't go backwards.

Except, of course, downsizing the Day-Date to 40mm.

I'm in agreement with OP: there might have been room to make the lugs a little beefier, but Rolex went overboard. It simply does not look as clean on the wrist as the older series. There's no doubt the newer bracelet, bezel, crown guards are better, but stylistically I would welcome slimmer lugs.

Gasoil4ever · 16 January 2016, 04:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rossi46

Except, of course, downsizing the Day-Date to 40mm.

+1 and also produced the SD4k... With narrower lugs...

GB-man · 16 January 2016, 04:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dysondiver

welcome to the forum ,,, just vote with your wallet ,,,

SDc is the answer and it's damn good

15 January 2016, 06:08 PM	#1
hrhazzard "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Charlotte, NC USA Posts: 8	Please bring back the 16000 series cases! I am so disappointed in the new Rolex cases. The fat lugs and crown protectors look ridiculous. For that money I am totally not interested. I am looking at some older model New Never Worn 16570 and 16610LV. My advice to Rolex is to bring back the last model 16000 Series cases. At the very least reduce the lug width and crown guard width or put a 22mm bracelet on there. I also prefer the shape to the older models. it was more artful and masculine. I have yet to talk with anyone who likes the looks of this watch. Comments please!

15 January 2016, 08:05 PM	#3
Gasoil4ever "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cameroun Watch: GS Snowflake Posts: 1,534	Please bring back the 16000 series cases! I have to agree with the OP. That's why my only "modern" option in the "sub-sea-GMT" line up was the SD4k. __________________ 16710 GMT Master II "M" , SD4000, GS Snowflake, Stowa Marine Original.

16 January 2016, 01:33 AM	#20
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Oh, well... Attached Images __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

16 January 2016, 01:52 AM	#21
JSI "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Toronto Watch: 116610 Posts: 108	I love the new case, I would not have got the SubC if it wasn't for the new case. It makes a 40mm wear much larger. __________________ Instagram: Jeremy_S_I0123

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15 January 2016, 07:24 PM	#2
xelor69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NZ Watch: ♛ 16600 Posts: 98	maybe it looks ridiculous to you, but many people love it... a matter of taste

15 January 2016, 09:30 PM	#6
alanc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Alan Location: Connecticut Watch: 114270 16710B Posts: 1,062	Welcome to the forum. I agree with you, but many do love the new case dimensions. If I get a sub it will be a five-number reference, but hey, I'm an old fogey, what do I know?

15 January 2016, 10:01 PM	#7
madmole "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Stephen Location: London Watch: 116610LN Posts: 115	I'm the opposite, I prefer the new case, the old crown guards look too dainty, pointy to me for a tool watch. if your gonna have guards and lugs have proper ones!

15 January 2016, 10:05 PM	#8
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,055	To each his own...but Rolex doesn't go backwards.

15 January 2016, 10:27 PM	#10
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,136	Welcome to the forum. I appreciate both

15 January 2016, 11:21 PM	#11
Justinmg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Justin Location: FL Watch: PO/EXPL Posts: 3,371	5 digit all the way!! I flipped my subc and wouldn't buy any of the new Rolex models.

16 January 2016, 12:28 AM	#13
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	Sales would suggest they made a move in the right direction. Lucky for you there are plenty of discontinued pieces to be had a great prices.

16 January 2016, 12:41 AM	#15
JJL "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: US Watch: 1680 Red & 16622 Posts: 2,449	It's really a matter of taste. While I tend to agree with you, there is obviously market for the 6 digit refs. Luckily there are tons of minty 5 digit refs available on the second hand market, as well as NOS pieces. Or is it the ceramic bezel / lume that you'd prefer on the 5 digit case? Ever consider a 4 digit reference? 1680, 1665, 1675, 5513? I mean, talk about a time piece with some true character. Vintage is an incredible avenue to explore.

16 January 2016, 12:50 AM	#17
Andrés G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Guatemala Posts: 3,392	I prefer the new case and bracelet. In my opinion, Rolex made the right decision.

16 January 2016, 01:24 AM	#18
jbenjamin1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Jay Location: NY Metropolitan Watch: Many Posts: 741	I actually like both old and new cases on the GMT/Sub's. The new oyster bracelets win hands down!!! The new fatter lugged and overall beefier cases were produced to meet the demands of the growing interest in large watches. IMO they did it well without going grotesque in size (I shall not reference the offending manufacturers). I had a 14060M G Serial and the only thing I wasn't too keen on was the bracelet as it wasn't SEL like its Date version brother. The 2 polar 16570's I loved everything about them. My 2 subs and GMT are now all ceramic and I love them too. Yet to encounter a Rolex I didn't like

16 January 2016, 01:26 AM	#19
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	welcome to the forum ,,, just vote with your wallet ,,,

16 January 2016, 01:55 AM	#22
Porter "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Carlos Location: Eivissa Watch: Rolex, Tudor.... Posts: 1,635	The only new case I really like is the SD4K. For other sub, GMT or Explorer II... 5 digits cases if need to choose!!

16 January 2016, 02:36 AM	#23
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	That's a pretty abrasive first post. There are many people here who not only like the new (not really new anymore) cases, but actually prefer them over the older generations. I like the super cases personally, the way that the watch fits, feels, and looks can't be beat. The bracelets are much more to my liking being heavier and sturdier feeling. The ceramic inserts are almost magical how they reflect the light and remain flawless forever. I can appreciate where they came from, which is the earlier models. Each to their own..

16 January 2016, 02:46 AM	#24
maxpowerman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: SC Watch: THC, Breitling GC Posts: 70	I absolutely love the new super cases. I prefer something 42mm or above and have always lusted after a Sub. As such, the new 116610 models look like they fit the bill perfectly. NOW I just have to somehow get my hands on one!

16 January 2016, 03:04 AM	#26
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Well if you've never met anyone who likes the new case brace yourself, more than half the members here own one at least!

16 January 2016, 03:12 AM	#27
S2000_driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: So Cal Posts: 268	Sea Dweller 4000 FTW!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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