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Old 28 May 2023, 02:15 AM   #1
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Upgraded my 116618LB. My first Submariner Date 41.

I purchased a few years back a grail of mine. The 116618LB. Loved the watch. Loved the maxi case of the Submariner.

When the 41 came, I did not give thought of upgrading the 116618LB as I thought this was more "desirable" as it was discontinued and I thought that the 40mm was perfect for my 6.75inch wrist..

But then I got offered to upgrade to the 126618LB.. I instantly loved the newer size. It actually feels better on the wrist. The bigger bracelet really compliments the look of the Sub. I just think the clasp is a tad too big .

Oh.. and i think the white text on the sunburst bluendial looks better?

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Old 28 May 2023, 03:09 AM   #2
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Congratulations I think it’s beautiful amazing upgrade for sure. Can you feel the weight difference much?
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Old 28 May 2023, 03:47 AM   #3
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Being the WIS that i am. I actually weighed it. The newer reference weighed in at 236g vs the 116618LB at 216g.

Same fit for my 6.7 in.

Btw I also noticed that the newer 12 reference came with a half link

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Old 28 May 2023, 03:53 AM   #4
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its so beautiful, congrats...
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Old 28 May 2023, 03:56 AM   #5
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Being the WIS that i am. I actually weighed it. The newer reference weighed in at 236g vs the 116618LB at 216g.

Same fit for my 6.7 in.

Btw I also noticed that the newer 12 reference came with a half link

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First, congrats on an awesome watch! Second, I know exactly what you mean by the weight; it’s one of the things I like about mine.
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Old 28 May 2023, 04:00 AM   #6
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Congratulations! Nice upgrade indeed. More power reserve is just icing…
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Old 28 May 2023, 04:08 AM   #7
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Being the WIS that i am. I actually weighed it. The newer reference weighed in at 236g vs the 116618LB at 216g.

Same fit for my 6.7 in.

Btw I also noticed that the newer 12 reference came with a half link

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Wait, what? It came with a half link?


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Old 28 May 2023, 04:08 AM   #8
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The best PM Submariner-date currently in production. Top of the food chain.
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Old 28 May 2023, 04:13 AM   #9
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Grabbing all our 6 digit references and checking if there is a half link lol :)
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Old 28 May 2023, 04:38 AM   #10
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Grabbing all our 6 digit references and checking if there is a half link lol :)
My 116618LB did not come with a half link. This one does..

But my hulk did come with a half like.

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Old 28 May 2023, 04:39 AM   #11
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First, congrats on an awesome watch! Second, I know exactly what you mean by the weight; it’s one of the things I like about mine.
Yes haha. I like my watches with some heft to it. It feels more "valuable"

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Old 28 May 2023, 04:40 AM   #12
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The best PM Submariner-date currently in production. Top of the food chain.
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Thanks! Honestly love the newer 41 sub. Rolex did the sub right with the newer wider bracelet

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Old 28 May 2023, 04:41 AM   #13
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I had both next to each other and opted for the previous model. I have to admit for me the gold lettering on the dial was the main driving factor , couple with one of the last ever 31 movements. I do prefer the clasp also.
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Old 28 May 2023, 05:05 AM   #14
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I had both next to each other and opted for the previous model. I have to admit for me the gold lettering on the dial was the main driving factor , couple with one of the last ever 31 movements. I do prefer the clasp also.
Gold lettering looks more classic though. White looks "fresher"


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Old 28 May 2023, 06:53 AM   #15
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One of my favorite Subs.
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Old 28 May 2023, 07:29 AM   #16
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Stunner!! Big congrats!
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Old 28 May 2023, 07:34 AM   #17
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Gold lettering looks more classic though. White looks "fresher"


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Oh it’s still lovely don’t get me wrong I’m not putting a downer on your purchase if it came across that way, I took a while to make my mind up between the two, I just ultimately preferred it :)

I actually posted a picture of the 126618lb I tried on at time of purchase here at one point not realising it wasn’t the one I bought

I need to get it out for the summer!
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My favourite PM sports watch. Huge congrats.
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