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Old 30 October 2015, 07:29 AM   #1
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Which sub should i get?

So i wrote a thread a couple weeks ago about which gold rolex should i get in the 16k range. After most people saying get a DD 118238. I went to my local watch broker and tried one on. I hated the size of it. I just cant see myself buying such a small watch.

My broker had a YG Sub 16618 sunburst blue dial and fell in love.

So im strongly considering buying that instead. The size is nice at the 40mm range and i believe someone with a precious metal sub should get some credit for spending that kind of money on a sport model and skipping the DD.

My only question now is i'm debating if i should skip the 16618 and just save up for about a year more and get the 116618 to my understand is the same watch except it has glide lock clasp and solid links which makes it about 30% heaver.

My question:
1. Does the 116618 case wear bigger than the 16618?

2. Is the glide lock and 30% heavier worth 10k?

3. 16618 = $15k , 16618 = $25k? Is it really work the extra money like honestly, most of you will say yeah but i would like to hear your reasoning as i pretty much can pick up a AP 15400 for the money saved and make my collection bigger. As well as i can get the 16618 right now while i would have to wait about a year before getting the 116618.

The difference between the DD 18238 and DD 118238 in price is only $4k and its also 30% more gold. Why are the prices so much closer than 116618 and 16618.

Thank you, for your responses. Be specific in reasoning.
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Old 30 October 2015, 07:44 AM   #2
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The 116618 has the better (stronger? sturdier?) bracelet and the glidelock micro adjustment. From what you said about the datejust, I would recommend you go with the newer and more modern watch. Can't go wrong either way
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Old 30 October 2015, 07:47 AM   #3
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The 116618 has the better (stronger? sturdier?) bracelet and the glidelock micro adjustment. From what you said about the datejust, I would recommend you go with the newer and more modern watch. Can't go wrong either way
Yes, but the 116618 and 16618 are the same size in my understanding while the DD 118238 are 36mm. So you believe the bracelet is worth 10k more?
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Old 30 October 2015, 07:53 AM   #4
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A gold sub is a gold sub I would take the older if condition is good. 15400 or money in bank both seem like reasonable options
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Old 30 October 2015, 07:56 AM   #5
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I would wait and save for the newest model. I just think it looks blingier, more modern and masculine. All the features are great too. U will appreciate the extra year in savings once you see the big blue lume, great maxi dial and useful glide lock. This coming from someone who was saving for a 116610, got impatient, bought the 16610, and now am counting the days until I can flip my watch to get the 116610.
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Old 30 October 2015, 08:01 AM   #6
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I would go modern but I am curious why you wouldn't give the DD40 or 41 a try if you looked at the 36mm version? Too similar to your DJ2? You could flip the DJ2 for a two tone bluesy and add a DD40. That would be sweet! Best of luck on your search and post pics when you are done!
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Old 30 October 2015, 08:15 AM   #7
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I would go modern but I am curious why you wouldn't give the DD40 or 41 a try if you looked at the 36mm version? Too similar to your DJ2? You could flip the DJ2 for a two tone bluesy and add a DD40. That would be sweet! Best of luck on your search and post pics when you are done!
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Yeah i already have a DJ II and I don't want to flip it as that's my everyday watch. I can't wear gold to work everyday as I'm in the construction industry and we just don't wear stuff like that to work.

Damn I pretty conflicted to wait or do buy now.
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Old 30 October 2015, 08:26 AM   #8
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Yes, but the 116618 and 16618 are the same size in my understanding while the DD 118238 are 36mm. So you believe the bracelet is worth 10k more?
The modern version just feels better built to me, but that's just my opinion. The 16618 is nice when you don't have a comparison, but if you had a 116618 to compare, there is no question it's worth the extra 10k. Some love the older style clasp but to me they seem cheap, especially on a gold watch.
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Old 30 October 2015, 08:28 AM   #9
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Save up for the ceramic, Brandon. At this level you mustn't settle, you have to go for the best if you can.

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Try both on see what you like. Save if you have to unless your plan on passing away soon.
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Old 30 October 2015, 08:43 AM   #12
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It honestly sounds like you're settling for the 16618. Everyone on here will tell you the 116618 is worth it, sturdier bracelet, thicker lugs similar to the DJII, cerachrome bezel. Wait the extra year, 15400, or money in the bank, at that point it's your decision, I personally wouldn't want to dish 16k for the aluminum bezel. I'd probably buy the 15400, or wait and get the 116618.
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Old 30 October 2015, 08:58 AM   #13
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It honestly sounds like you're settling for the 16618. Everyone on here will tell you the 116618 is worth it, sturdier bracelet, thicker lugs similar to the DJII, cerachrome bezel. Wait the extra year, 15400, or money in the bank, at that point it's your decision, I personally wouldn't want to dish 16k for the aluminum bezel. I'd probably buy the 15400, or wait and get the 116618.
Yeah i totally understand but the problem is now that i'm getting into the 25k range at that point. Im going to feel compelled to maybe get something else like DD40, RG AP, Nautilus blue dial, options are endless.

i guess ill have to start working the corner to satisfy my expensive taste.
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Old 30 October 2015, 10:02 AM   #14
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How much should i be expecting to pay for a 116618 used?
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Old 30 October 2015, 10:32 AM   #15
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How much should i be expecting to pay for a 116618 used?

Probably somewhere in the neighborhood for 23-25k from our sellers here on TRF. That's true, your options are endless, so bite the bullet, wait the extra year and make sure you get something you'll absolutely love rather than rushing it and settling for something you sort of like.

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Old 30 October 2015, 11:42 AM   #16
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I'm going to have to agree with my friend Neil on this one.

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Save up for the ceramic, Brandon. At this level you mustn't settle, you have to go for the best if you can.

Really, how can you argue with this?
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Old 30 October 2015, 12:02 PM   #17
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I'm going to have to agree with my friend Neil on this one.



Really, how can you argue with this?
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Buddy Neil's picture got me in trouble too but I am so thankful I bought the 116618LB!
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Old 30 October 2015, 12:05 PM   #18
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Screw saving up. Go buy the 116613 right now and enjoy.
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Old 30 October 2015, 01:01 PM   #19
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16618!

This is the one - rehaut with solid links. $10-15k more for the square lugs and better clasp was not worth it for me. Although I do have the ss ceramic no-date sub and love it.
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i'm going to have to agree with my friend neil on this one.



Really, how can you argue with this?
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Old 30 October 2015, 01:07 PM   #21
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Buddy Neil's picture got me in trouble too but I am so thankful I bought the 116618LB!
Proabably going to get me in trouble too one day.
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Old 30 October 2015, 02:19 PM   #22
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This is the one - rehaut with solid links. $10-15k more for the square lugs and better clasp was not worth it for me. Although I do have the ss ceramic no-date sub and love it.
This is a picture of 16618? This one has solid links? They have a 16618 with solid links? If so, what year did they start making the solid links?
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Old 30 October 2015, 08:46 PM   #23
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How much should i be expecting to pay for a 116618 used?
A Trusted seller can get an unworn one for around $23-4K. A pre-owned one would be $20K-ish.

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Buddy Neil's picture got me in trouble too but I am so thankful I bought the 116618LB!
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Proabably going to get me in trouble too one day.
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Save up for the ceramic, Brandon. At this level you mustn't settle, you have to go for the best if you can.

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Probably somewhere in the neighborhood for 23-25k from our sellers here on TRF. That's true, your options are endless, so bite the bullet, wait the extra year and make sure you get something you'll absolutely love rather than rushing it and settling for something you sort of like.

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$10,000 is a lot to me for those changes but thats just my personal opinion.

If money weren't an option I'd go newer, but unfortunately its not growing in trees around these parts.
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Save up for the ceramic, Brandon. At this level you mustn't settle, you have to go for the best if you can.

Agreed!! I can't really speak to the whole precious metal aspect of this transaction but I can say from the experience of going from 16610 to a 116610, that the modifications are amazing and definitely an upgrade IMO!

Also the 116610 wears more like a 41-42mm where as the 16610 feels a bit more true to 40mm.

If I were you I would save for the 6 digit reference. It's one of the most stunning PM sport models they make!

Best of luck.

Oh and I forgot to add... What an amazing photo!!! *drooling*
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Save up for the ceramic, Brandon. At this level you mustn't settle, you have to go for the best if you can.

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Would you people PLEASE stop showing the pics of the 116618LB. It is AWESOME, delete this post, im not kidding.. yes I am, but not really..
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