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Captainz · 19 August 2010, 12:05 PM

I would keep it Green! That is why you bought the LV. One Caveat with this statement: I dont trust myself with changing bezels. Im afraid of "dinging" things up!

AL

scl6118 · 19 August 2010, 12:39 PM

Do not change the bezel!

JYmn · 24 August 2010, 06:26 AM

After wearing this sub for almost 1 week (oh yeah, went surfing with this watch already), I decided to keep it green. If this green fades, looks like I'll swap the insert with the black one.

Watch Fan · 24 August 2010, 08:25 AM

The cool thing about the LV is that you can "have it all" and do either, or both. You don't have to decide. Pick up a black insert, if you don't have one already and go for it!

zippaul · 24 August 2010, 08:36 AM

I absolutely love the 16610 LV and have it with the black bezel insert right now. The green is gorgeous and unique. I know this may sound like a hassle but I have mine swapped back and forth twice a year. I will go about six months with it black and then around the same amount of time green. No big deal really and it makes me feel as if I have two watches. In my opinion this is what makes it so versatile. Give it a shot and you will not be disappointed.

Rotorhead · 24 August 2010, 09:36 AM

I'm sure Al Gore would choose the green!

Brushpup · 24 August 2010, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JYmn

Out of all nice rolex watches out there, I finally decided to go for the 16610 LV. It was a tough find, made me want it even more. It's the only sub with maxi dial in a classic sub case.

Now, what do you think about changing the green bezel to black. I like the green, also like the black. Just need your input on this.

Two words. DO IT!

DCgator · 24 August 2010, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Rotorhead

I'm sure Al Gore would choose the green!

Too funny!

I agree with some here that the LV is a versatile watch and you can have it both ways with the black or green bezel insert. Some may even have entertained the thought of putting on a OEM blue or red insert if they were available to be had. Am just speculating.

SubKing · 24 August 2010, 12:33 PM

SPEAKING OF LV'S AND BLACK....

i think you know which i prefer.

JYmn · 26 August 2010, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subking

speaking of lv's and black....

i think you know which i prefer.

.....man, i like that!!

L-16610 · 26 August 2010, 01:23 AM

I would keep it green, that's what makes the watch so special

ma93z71 · 17 November 2010, 10:23 AM

What is the process to switch the inserts? Pardon my lack of knowledge. I sold my SS Sub and rememner saying that Green was not for me, but I am starting to really like this version of the sub.

Grissom · 17 November 2010, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SubKing

SPEAKING OF LV'S AND BLACK....

i think you know which i prefer.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JYmn

.....man, i like that!!

I agree.....that is very sharp!!

dalip · 17 November 2010, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ma93z71

What is the process to switch the inserts? Pardon my lack of knowledge. I sold my SS Sub and rememner saying that Green was not for me, but I am starting to really like this version of the sub.

My RSC wouldn't do it for me (but some do) - he showed me how to do it on my Gmt however. It's pretty easy ...bezel just flicks off and insert pops out. I would advise you check here and online for clear instructions. I know Jocke put up a thread of a step by step process. BUT if you are at all worried (and there is some risk in DIY) ask your watchmaker to do it for you. It's a 2 minute job.

nauticajoe · 17 November 2010, 12:15 PM

Sure why not. I'm in the hunt for an insert myself.

David Woo · 17 November 2010, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by elvis1

You are switching fairly often. We have had discussions about this as to whether it will wear,etc. I guess it is OK?

I've switched the insert back and forth maybe 30 or 40 times so far, quite often. The bezel action is the same as it was when new. I do have spare click springs and retention springs, just in case, lol.
It's been green for a few days now, time for a swap!
DW

chstoft · 17 November 2010, 08:06 PM

Keep it green!

Puffy · 17 November 2010, 09:22 PM

i'd go for it - i've got an incoming green insert for my 16610 - can't wait to see what the green looks like

Atomant · 17 November 2010, 09:32 PM

They're both stunning. You need to own both if u got an LV and that's the pleasure of owning an LV!

dddrees · 17 November 2010, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JYmn

Out of all nice rolex watches out there, I finally decided to go for the 16610 LV. It was a tough find, made me want it even more. It's the only sub with maxi dial in a classic sub case.

Now, what do you think about changing the green bezel to black. I like the green, also like the black. Just need your input on this.

There is nothing like having a choice and a change of pace every once in awhile. Numerous people here do it with the GMT and the Pepsi vs Coke vs Black bezels. I see no reason not to do it with the Sub Lv as well if you wish.

cdweller · 18 November 2010, 01:20 AM

Well since this thread started over 2 months ago, does the OP care to share if he changed it to black or kept it green?

t e x · 18 November 2010, 02:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JYmn

Out of all nice rolex watches out there, I finally decided to go for the 16610 LV. It was a tough find, made me want it even more. It's the only sub with maxi dial in a classic sub case.
Now, what do you think about changing the green bezel to black. I like the green, also like the black. Just need your input on this.

Take a look at the vintage Subs, for example 5513/5517, 5512, 1680

my LV is currently in stealth mode as an LN

L-16610 · 18 November 2010, 04:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JYmn

Out of all nice rolex watches out there, I finally decided to go for the 16610 LV. It was a tough find, made me want it even more. It's the only sub with maxi dial in a classic sub case.

Now, what do you think about changing the green bezel to black. I like the green, also like the black. Just need your input on this.

I love the green so I would not change it
But if you like to change it, do it
you can always put back the green when youre tired of the black

19 August 2010, 12:05 PM	#31
Captainz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Aldo Location: Left Coast Watch: All of them Posts: 879	I would keep it Green! That is why you bought the LV. One Caveat with this statement: I dont trust myself with changing bezels. Im afraid of "dinging" things up! AL __________________ "The Rolex Sickness is Great, when your support group is TRF!" -CZ

19 August 2010, 12:39 PM	#32
scl6118 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Shawn Location: United States Watch: SS GMT IIC Posts: 1,624	Do not change the bezel! __________________ Current: SS GMT IIC Former: Panerai 114 Former: Breitling Hercules :

17 November 2010, 09:22 PM	#48
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	i'd go for it - i've got an incoming green insert for my 16610 - can't wait to see what the green looks like __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

17 November 2010, 09:32 PM	#49
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	They're both stunning. You need to own both if u got an LV and that's the pleasure of owning an LV! __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

24 August 2010, 06:26 AM	#33
JYmn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Philadelphia Watch: 16610 LV Posts: 32	After wearing this sub for almost 1 week (oh yeah, went surfing with this watch already), I decided to keep it green. If this green fades, looks like I'll swap the insert with the black one.

24 August 2010, 08:25 AM	#34
Watch Fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: California Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 676	The cool thing about the LV is that you can "have it all" and do either, or both. You don't have to decide. Pick up a black insert, if you don't have one already and go for it!

24 August 2010, 08:36 AM	#35
zippaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: Georgia Watch: 16610LV Posts: 172	I absolutely love the 16610 LV and have it with the black bezel insert right now. The green is gorgeous and unique. I know this may sound like a hassle but I have mine swapped back and forth twice a year. I will go about six months with it black and then around the same amount of time green. No big deal really and it makes me feel as if I have two watches. In my opinion this is what makes it so versatile. Give it a shot and you will not be disappointed.

24 August 2010, 09:36 AM	#36
Rotorhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: upstate NY Watch: 16610LV Posts: 117	I'm sure Al Gore would choose the green!

24 August 2010, 12:33 PM	#39
SubKing "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Watch: where do i start?? Posts: 3,254	SPEAKING OF LV'S AND BLACK.... i think you know which i prefer.

26 August 2010, 01:23 AM	#41
L-16610 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Europe Posts: 825	I would keep it green, that's what makes the watch so special

17 November 2010, 10:23 AM	#42
ma93z71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: M. Aleman Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Sub LV M Series Posts: 41	What is the process to switch the inserts? Pardon my lack of knowledge. I sold my SS Sub and rememner saying that Green was not for me, but I am starting to really like this version of the sub.

17 November 2010, 12:15 PM	#45
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Sure why not. I'm in the hunt for an insert myself.

17 November 2010, 08:06 PM	#47
chstoft "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Christian Location: Munich, Germany Watch: me Posts: 223	Keep it green!

18 November 2010, 01:20 AM	#51
cdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: PA Watch: SubLV, 1665 Rail Posts: 1,054	Well since this thread started over 2 months ago, does the OP care to share if he changed it to black or kept it green?

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