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12 June 2022, 04:33 AM
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Location: Germany
Watch: Speedmaster Pro
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Incoming - A Legend
I have seen the 16710 in movies worn by many actors. Seen it in the wild a few times as well. I always remember thinking that I would love to have one someday, and that day is today.
Three months ago I finally pulled the trigger on one. Now it didn’t come with box and papers, but it was a truly honest example of a 16710 without being too banged up. It had been polished once before, but done very well. It immediately went off to LAWW for service and case restoration. Turnaround time was 12 weeks. During my waiting period, I acquired a brand new period correct jubilee bracelet, as well as all three inserts. I am not really into the LN insert, but I figured I would rather have it than not. The Pepsi insert was in great condition, still have it. I have just always wanted a 16710 that looked brand new. Hence the case restoration, new bracelet, and new insert. Had them all sent to LAWW for installation. The watch came on an oyster bracelet with lug holes. I liked both holes and no holes cases, so I wasn’t worried about obtaining one over the other. I did know that I wanted it on a period correct jubilee bracelet, as that combo always looks amazing in photos. Well almost twelve weeks to the day I received my 16710. Let me say, I finally get the hype. It is elegant, almost fragile in a way, but can definitely stand up to some wear. It’s quite a difference compared to the new GMTs in the obvious ways, but the way the watch flows is miles ahead of the new versions. The bezel, dial and hands all seem to be perfectly balanced in size, and the case and bracelet pair seamlessly. LAWW cannot be praised enough. Their work is magnificent, I sincerely don’t know how they do it. I think they must have magical elves working that can do things that aren’t possible to mere humans. The case restoration is amazing, really nice chamfers and sharp edges all around. Timing is excellent-they regulate to COSC, and mine is running +2 spd. I couldn’t be more happy with LAWW. I believe that if the married the best parts of the 16710 and the newer version, they could really perfect the new GMTs. But this is just one man’s opinion. Overall, I absolutely love this watch. It lives up to all the hype y’all have given it over the years. Now mine isn’t a safe queen. It isn’t all original or with B&P’s, but I wasn’t concerned about that. This is a watch that I will wear frequently throughout my life, and when I deem it prudent to gift it to a loved one, that is what I will do. As that is what I plan for all my watches. But this piece, I might not ever find a reason to let it go. It’s just perfect.    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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12 June 2022, 04:35 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Uranus
Watch: 116500LN
Posts: 4,789
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Nice
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12 June 2022, 04:36 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2021
Location: USA
Watch: Rolex and Patek
Posts: 1,027
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Beautiful watch! So classic and timeless!
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12 June 2022, 05:14 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Dayona
Posts: 2,269
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Congrats! The 16710 is an amazing and beautiful watch! So versatile with the different bezel inserts and two bracelets. My favorite combo is pepsi and jubilee like yourself.
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12 June 2022, 05:32 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2019
Location: Citizen of Earth
Posts: 383
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Undeniably the one that embodies equal vintage and modern aesthetic elegantly and gracefully, out of all the references (in my opinion of course).
Enjoy! |
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12 June 2022, 06:01 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Germany
Watch: Speedmaster Pro
Posts: 1,023
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Look forward to the Coke insert too. You take fantastic pictures brother! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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12 June 2022, 06:02 AM
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Agreed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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12 June 2022, 06:25 AM
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TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron
Join Date: Dec 2007
Real Name: Ken
Location: SW Florida
Watch: One on my wrist.
Posts: 64,006
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Congrats. Got to love a 16710…Timeless.
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12 June 2022, 06:35 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: New York
Posts: 317
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Congratulations and wear it well!
16710 was my first and will always be my favorite. |
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12 June 2022, 06:37 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2019
Real Name: Jay
Location: England
Watch: SkyD
Posts: 6,398
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Nice when it all comes together like that enjoy it for many years to come :)
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12 June 2022, 06:49 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2020
Location: Space
Watch: 16570, black
Posts: 965
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Man, that watch looks sweet congratulations!! You have any pre-restoration photos?
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12 June 2022, 07:15 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Oct 2009
Real Name: Kenny
Location: northern ireland
Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs
Posts: 5,136
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Superb watch!
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12 June 2022, 08:22 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: South Florida
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Congrats!!!!...beautiful condition! Enjoy!
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12 June 2022, 08:33 AM
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2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Real Name: Jonathan
Location: Texas
Watch: @Escapementt
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Outstanding, such an icon and timeless in its own right. Congratulations and I am sure you will get many years of enjoyment out of this one!
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12 June 2022, 08:52 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2019
Real Name: Viswa Krishnam
Location: BLR, USA (CA)
Watch: Rolex, Omega, GS
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Congratulations !. A shoutout to LAWW who restored my 16710 to factory specs recently.
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12 June 2022, 05:23 PM
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12 June 2022, 07:11 PM
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Real Name: Krishna
Location: Australia
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Congrats! Looking great
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12 June 2022, 08:07 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2016
Real Name: jay
Location: North London
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That’s a fantastic pic mate
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12 June 2022, 08:33 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2022
Location: Bahrain
Watch: AP 15450ST
Posts: 58
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Loved the personal opinion/review, thanks for sharing and enjoy your timepiece!
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12 June 2022, 08:35 PM
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12 June 2022, 08:35 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2019
Real Name: David
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Watch: too many!
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Great watch! big congrats!
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12 June 2022, 08:47 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: UK
Posts: 1,030
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Fantastic, iconic Rolex
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12 June 2022, 08:59 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: USA
Posts: 6,253
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Congrats! And I agree about the jubilee. Recently got mine serviced and added a period-correct jubilee… love it much better than the oyster.
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12 June 2022, 09:09 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Germany
Watch: Speedmaster Pro
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Unfortunately I don’t. It looked really good before though, only some minor scratches really. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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12 June 2022, 09:10 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2017
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Thanks brother! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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12 June 2022, 09:10 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2017
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They really are awesome! Look forward to the Coke insert. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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12 June 2022, 09:13 PM
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2024 Pledge Member
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Real Name: H
Location: North Carolina
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Excellent work.
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12 June 2022, 09:40 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: North Carolina
Watch: Rolex/Others
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Looks great. Enjoy.
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12 June 2022, 09:41 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2009
Real Name: Travis
Location: FL / NYC
Watch: Yes..
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Great looking example! Sounds like you found your dream watch. Enjoy!
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12 June 2022, 10:14 PM
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TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron
Join Date: Oct 2005
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Such a great looking watch. Congratulations and enjoy in good health
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