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Old 31 December 2016, 03:25 AM   #1
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Suggestions wanted: 5-digit and colors

Looking for some 2017 input, and there are 3 criteria:

1. Rolex
2. 5-digit references only
3. Preferably colors (either dial and/or bezel insert)

Any suggestions?



Have these p.t.:

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Old 31 December 2016, 03:28 AM   #2
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These are beautiful. I like 5 digits SS, would add 16570 white dial.
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Old 31 December 2016, 03:32 AM   #3
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I'd look at Tony Geha's 16718 Rootbeer. It would be perfect compliment to your 16618.
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Old 31 December 2016, 03:33 AM   #4
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Awesome trio! Beautiful examples. I agree with above a nice 16570 Polar would fit in nicely with that set up.

Many DJ and DD 5 digit combos for color as well. 16233 champagne or white dial would also fit in nicely.
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Old 31 December 2016, 03:34 AM   #5
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no black? maybe a 16610 or 16600

or go off the grid and get a black bay bronze or orange bezel planet ocean
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Old 31 December 2016, 03:41 AM   #6
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These are beautiful. I like 5 digits SS, would add 16570 white dial.


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Old 31 December 2016, 03:43 AM   #7
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Maybe the silver-dialed Yachtmaster I 16622?
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Old 31 December 2016, 04:01 AM   #8
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I'd look at Tony Geha's 16718 Rootbeer. It would be perfect compliment to your 16618.


Agreed. Something like this:



Even better if on jubilee...


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Old 31 December 2016, 04:49 AM   #9
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OH! that gold root beer would fit in very nice with your collection.
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Old 31 December 2016, 04:56 AM   #10
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16610 and add a colorful strap. Haha
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Old 31 December 2016, 05:18 AM   #11
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Looking for some 2017 input, and there are 3 criteria:

1. Rolex
2. 5-digit references only
3. Preferably colors (either dial and/or bezel insert)

Any suggestions?



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EXP2 polar is crying to be in that pic.
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Old 31 December 2016, 05:25 AM   #12
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I had the root beer. It's one of those watches you love until you put it on.
Fastest flip ever.

You already have the staples (GMT + LV)

Here is my recommendation: The Zenith

You will be solid for 2017 and beyond!

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Old 31 December 2016, 05:41 AM   #13
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Thanks.

Status report so far:

- 16570 white dial: I have this already (via my wife)
- 16520 Zenith: Cool and classic watch, but legibility is fairly low and not that colorful. Besides it is not that different from my wife's 116520 white dial

To be pursued:
a) Rootbeer: To be checked
b) DJ/DD: Will check and so many variations



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Old 31 December 2016, 05:46 AM   #14
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16713 brown sunburst dial (eye of the tiger) or 16753 (eye of the tiger, too)
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Old 31 December 2016, 06:04 AM   #15
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I agree with the root beer GMT. I think it would fit in beautifully.
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Old 31 December 2016, 06:14 AM   #16
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Nice 116520!
I have both the 116520 + 16520 and they wear completely different. (Maybe consider black dial)

BTW who cares about legibility we have cell phones

Have you considered venturing out to AP/Patek/ALS, you already have a stunning Rolex collection.

Here's my root beer, got rid of it so fast I don't believe I took any more pics with it
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Old 31 December 2016, 06:21 AM   #17
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I'm voting for the zenith (16520) or polar exp2 (16570).
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Old 31 December 2016, 06:24 AM   #18
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16520 A with the brushed case and thinner markers is a winner and in white.
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Old 31 December 2016, 08:28 AM   #19
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I Love the 16610LV
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Old 31 December 2016, 08:39 AM   #20
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Just the right amount of color. 16622

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Old 31 December 2016, 12:11 PM   #21
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Why no 4 digits? A red 1680 or gilt 5513 would look great with those.
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Old 31 December 2016, 12:12 PM   #22
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I'd look at Tony Geha's 16718 Rootbeer. It would be perfect compliment to your 16618.
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Old 31 December 2016, 01:09 PM   #23
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Why no 4 digits? A red 1680 or gilt 5513 would look great with those.


Check his instagram. He recently let go of one of the nicest red subs I've ever seen


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Old 31 December 2016, 01:54 PM   #24
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Root beer GMT would be perfect!
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Old 31 December 2016, 01:56 PM   #25
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Check his instagram. He recently let go of one of the nicest red subs I've ever seen


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Just looked (and followed). That was an incredible sub.


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Old 31 December 2016, 02:00 PM   #26
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How about a Coke to go with the Pepsi??


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Old 31 December 2016, 02:17 PM   #27
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Maybe a two tone gmt or daytona? Great collection sir!
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