LV-C Vs SD-C

[FTX I]

Alright help me out here please. I never asked something like that here because I usually make up my own mind but this time is a bit different. I need to aim at something for the (near?) future and the options I can see are the LV-C and the SD-C, specially because glidelock + longer clasp is something very important to me.

I already have two ceramic Submariners so If I get the LV-C I would have 3 Subs, and if I get the SD-C I would have 3 black divers that look the same. I know both choices are reduntant and Im fine with that.

There are pros and cons on both. About the cons, the LV-C is perhaps too much green, and the SD-C is way too expensive but if I wait patiently I believe I'll be able to get one for something around 9.5K in the future.

The 5 digit Subs would be a great choice but removing a permanent link is out of question for me.

The third option would be forget about that and use the money for something else, but that option is the most difficult one to accept.

Thanks everyone.

[echau]

I voted for the LV. I'd rather have more color!

[ejvette]

LV of course

[jjnd08]

I vote forget those two. Go grab a white dial Daytona. It doesn't sound like have a white dial watch, and it's very different.

If you wanted one of the two, my vote would be the LVC for some color in the collection.

[Wesley Crusher]

I'd go with the 116600. True, the black dial and bezel are similar to your other Subs, but there are so many differences. The LVC is nice, but I think the green is something that you would get tired of after a while. A Sea Dweller will always be something special.

I too believe that the glidelock clasp is amazing and should be offered on every sports model, but have you thought of another model like the Explorer II and adding the glidelock yourself?

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by FTX I

I already have two ceramic Submariners so If I get the LV-C I would have 3 Subs, and if I get the SD-C I would have 3 black divers that look the same. I know both choices are reduntant and Im fine with that.

Although I always say get what you really want, in this case I think you should be patient.

[Keith1]

Have you tried on the DSSD? I am a true fan of this watch!

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I'd go with the 116600. True, the black dial and bezel are similar to your other Subs, but there are so many differences. The LVC is nice, but I think the green is something that you would get tired of after a while. A Sea Dweller will always be something special.

I too believe that the glidelock clasp is amazing and should be offered on every sports model, but have you thought of another model like the Explorer II and adding the glidelock yourself?

The Exp II is too big for me buddy. I thought about maybe getting a glidelock for a GMT-C LN - even made contact with one of our great sellers asking about that, but 2k for a clasp is way too much.

Originally Posted by beshannon

Although I always say get what you really want, in this case I think you should be patient.

Thanks.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by Keith1

Have you tried on the DSSD? I am a true fan of this watch!

For my 6.5 wrists its impossible.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by echau

I voted for the LV. I'd rather have more color!

Originally Posted by ejvette

LV of course

Originally Posted by jjnd08

I vote forget those two. Go grab a white dial Daytona. It doesn't sound like have a white dial watch, and it's very different.

If you wanted one of the two, my vote would be the LVC for some color in the collection.

Thanks guys.

[Morsiko]

Get both and get rid of one of the two subs

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[FTX I]

Originally Posted by Morsiko

Get both and get rid of one of the two subs

I love both my Subs. Would never be able to do that.

[tkerrmd]

Originally Posted by jjnd08

I vote forget those two. Go grab a white dial Daytona. It doesn't sound like have a white dial watch, and it's very different.

If you wanted one of the two, my vote would be the LVC for some color in the collection.

My exact answer as well

[ufboy73]

3 subs or 3 black divers is too much for me (and i love divers :)) - i voted something else

[travisb]

Any chance of selling one of your existing Subs and getting both the LVC And SDC?
That would be the route for me.

[Wesley Crusher]

Originally Posted by FTX I

The Exp II is too big for me buddy. I thought about maybe getting a glidelock for a GMT-C LN - even made contact with one of our great sellers asking about that, but 2k for a clasp is way too much.

I hear you. I've read that you can order a complete bracelet and clasp from your AD for around 2k. You could do that and sell the bracelet and clasp from a 116710LN (or any other watch) to reduce the overall cost. It's a lot of work, I know, but it's a thought...

Personally, I would keep the 114060, sell the 116610 and buy the 116600.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by travisb

Any chance of selling one of your existing Subs and getting both the LVC And SDC?
That would be the route for me.

It's the logical way, but I never loved any watch the way I love my Subs. I couldn't do that, Travis.

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I hear you. I've read that you can order a complete bracelet and clasp from your AD for around 2k. You could do that and sell the bracelet and clasp from a 116710LN (or any other watch) to reduce the overall cost. It's a lot of work, I know, but it's a thought...

Personally, I would keep the 114060, sell the 116610 and buy the 116600.

Thought of that too buddy (complete bracelet and selling the other). But I sold my Speedy because of the clasp - I could never adjust the bracelet no matter how many half links I tried - and I could have bought a Seamaster clasp from Ofrei for only 400 bucks to solve the problem, but in the end I believe if the product is not exactly how I want I should not spend my money on it. Whenever I consider a mod I decide not to. That leaves me with this 2 opitions listed here.

[onesixeight]

Here's a photo from my SD-c unboxing next to LVc. During the first week of ownership, I find myself going back to the LVc. Don't get me wrong, love the new SD but the way the LVc sits on the wrist makes it such a comfortable watch!

I haven't gotten used to the top heavy feeling of the SDc. I previously had the 16600 SD so I think it's just a matter of time to adjust.

I wasn't a fan of the LVc until I bought one and now I love it to death. You can see in my pic that the green dial isn't as prominent as you think and often looks black unless there is direct sunlight on it.

Good luck and you can't go wrong with whatever you choose!

Chris

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by onesixeight

Here's a photo from my SD-c unboxing next to LVc. During the first week of ownership, I find myself going back to the LVc. Don't get me wrong, love the new SD but the way the LVc sits on the wrist makes it such a comfortable watch!

I haven't gotten used to the top heavy feeling of the SDc. I previously had the 16600 SD so I think it's just a matter of time to adjust.

I wasn't a fan of the LVc until I bought one and now I love it to death. You can see in my pic that the green dial isn't as prominent as you think and often looks black unless there is direct sunlight on it.

Good luck and you can't go wrong with whatever you choose!

Chris

This pic is awesome, Chris. I saved it the minute I saw for the first time (hope you dont mind) and sometimes I look at it to try to decide. Thanks.

[a-new-hope]

I d go LVc and add some colour. You already know and like how the subs wear

Go green!

[fishingbear]

Originally Posted by travisb

Any chance of selling one of your existing Subs and getting both the LVC And SDC?
That would be the route for me.

I think this is what I'd do. I tend to like color variations in my rotations...

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by fishingbear

I think this is what I'd do. I tend to like color variations in my rotations...

George, I would really love to get the Smurf, but in my case saving more than 2 years for a watch is very hard my friend..

[FTX I]

When our pals here say the LV-C almost looks black from some angles I assume they say that in a happy way, and it makes me wonder if I want my green watch to look black why not have a black watch instead. But when I see it in metal or look at pics I really like it. My concern with the LV-C is what wisely said my buddy Wes: Im afraid I get tired of it in the long run.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

My exact answer as well

Thanks, Tom.

Originally Posted by ufboy73

3 subs or 3 black divers is too much for me (and i love divers :)) - i voted something else

Thanks for the input.

[onesixeight]

Originally Posted by FTX I

This pic is awesome, Chris. I saved it the minute I saw for the first time (hope you dont mind) and sometimes I look at it to try to decide. Thanks.

Not at all :)

If you need more pictures to help you decide let me know. Glad to help!

Tough decision ahead of you..love them both

[jjnd08]

Originally Posted by FTX I

When our pals here say the LV-C almost looks black from some angles I assume they say that in a happy way, and it makes me wonder if I want my green watch to look black why not have a black watch instead. But when I see it in metal or look at pics I really like it. My concern with the LV-C is what wisely said my buddy Wes: Im afraid I get tired of it in the long run.

That happened to me. I got tired of it in 3 months.

The dial was gorgeous in the sun, but I found it silly to keep an expensive watch because of how the dial looks when it is in the sun. Maybe if I had a ton of watches, but at this point in my life, I'm a two watch guy.

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by FTX I

When our pals here say the LV-C almost looks black from some angles I assume they say that in a happy way, and it makes me wonder if I want my green watch to look black why not have a black watch instead. But when I see it in metal or look at pics I really like it. My concern with the LV-C is what wisely said my buddy Wes: Im afraid I get tired of it in the long run.

i know what you mean and i also try to really analyze what will make me happy in the long run...but i am trying to get myself to accept the premise that i need to try things to know (assuming, of course, there is enough recourse to recover without too much damage). this way, worst case scenario, i take a little loss but also have aboslutely zero regrets or thoughts of 'what if'.

im encouraged in this attitude by experiencing some things that i just wasnt sure about going in or that i stumbled across but that have ended up being something that really pleases me.

if i had been scared to try or doubtful i would have never experienced the happiness they brought me...of course, this is only applicable in cases where there really has been something of appeal to me in the first place.

so, dont let a little bit of uncertainty dissuade you too much!

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by jjnd08

That happened to me. I got tired of it in 3 months.

The dial was gorgeous in the sun, but I found it silly to keep an expensive watch because of how the dial looks when it is in the sun. Maybe if I had a ton of watches, but at this point in my life, I'm a two watch guy.

Thanks for your thoughts JJ.

Originally Posted by ufboy73

i know what you mean and i also try to really analyze what will make me happy in the long run...but i am trying to get myself to accept the premise that i need to try things to know (assuming, of course, there is enough recourse to recover without too much damage). this way, worst case scenario, i take a little loss but also have aboslutely zero regrets or thoughts of 'what if'.

im encouraged in this attitude by experiencing some things that i just wasnt sure about going in or that i stumbled across but that have ended up being something that really pleases me.

if i had been scared to try or doubtful i would have never experienced the happiness they brought me...of course, this is only applicable in cases where there really has been something of appeal to me in the first place.

so, dont let a little bit of uncertainty dissuade you too much!

Great post buddy. Thanks.

[jjnd08]

Originally Posted by FTX I

Thanks for your thoughts JJ.

NP. Keep in mind where you will wear it most. I spend a lot of time in the office, and it didn't look its best in that setting and lighting.

It sounds like you have a small wrist, you may want to think of the SDC is going to fit and look right on your wrist. This is where a slimmer Daytona might have an advantage.

Best of luck!

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by a-new-hope

I d go LVc and add some colour. You already know and like how the subs wear

Go green!

This is very important indeed.

Originally Posted by jjnd08

NP. Keep in mind where you will wear it most. I spend a lot of time in the office, and it didn't look its best in that setting and lighting.

It sounds like you have a small wrist, you may want to think of the SDC is going to fit and look right on your wrist. This is where a slimmer Daytona might have an advantage.

Best of luck!

I really like the Daytona, but unfortunately until Rolex brings the glidelock clasp for other models - what will never happen - it wont be possible for me to throw that kind of cash for a model I know I will have issues with adjustment. Thanks again JJ.