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Old 9 January 2011, 02:26 PM   #31
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Old 9 January 2011, 02:30 PM   #32
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If you have not already done so, you should try to see the green ceramic sub in person.
I think that it would be a fine stable mate for your 16610 and I think that you might love the green when seen live.
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Old 9 January 2011, 02:36 PM   #33
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I would get it. I don't think I'm the only one with very similar watches that are very close in appearance and it never hurts to have another watch to pick from in the mornings. Personally, though I'd wait a bit and find one that's been pre-loved to lessen the financial blow as "used" ones are already showing up at less than MSRP/new w/ discount prices.
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Old 9 January 2011, 03:27 PM   #34
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I would do it, if the watch looked like this

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Old 9 January 2011, 05:08 PM   #35
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If you already have a sub ?....Your second Rolex should be a GMT or Explorer
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Old 9 January 2011, 09:44 PM   #36
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Maybe. I have a Sub Date 16610. I would consider adding the green Sub-C to my collection.
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Old 9 January 2011, 09:50 PM   #37
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Agree with walds11 I have a 16610 and would love to add the Green SubC to my collection.
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Old 9 January 2011, 09:58 PM   #38
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Old 9 January 2011, 10:07 PM   #39
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Yes I would...I have both.
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Old 10 January 2011, 12:09 AM   #40
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Old 10 January 2011, 12:29 AM   #41
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I would . . . . and I did.

I love the 16610 and will defo keep it. Indeed, perhaps the most iconic and, arguably, beautiful sports/professional watch ever made.

However, 11610LN is in my eyes a considerablly different watch. It appears more masculine, modern, sporty, feels more substantual, solid and although a little heavier (around 15gr.) is more comfortable on the wrist.

Admittedly, I was shocked at how much difference there is between the two and only fully appreciated it when comparing them 'in person'. I wish I did compare them earlier as the only thing that kept me away from considering buying a Sub-C was a perceived lack of geometrical harmony where the maxi case joins the bracelet judged by the photographs I came accross. What is interesting is that on the photographs the watch indeed appears 'too square' or the lugs too wide and yet when you hold it, or when on the wrist, it looks geometrically perfect. Anybody else experienced this?

How about if you take a good look at one (or two, the 116610LN and 116610LV) and compare it with your 16610? See where that takes you . . .
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Old 10 January 2011, 01:30 AM   #42
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I did, I went for a Sub C to complement my TT black Sub. I like the TT look and today I got a screaming deal on a TT GMTII C. Two watches in three weeks, I am out of control, the next thing I know I will be running with scissors, I better go lie down now.

would those be tt scissors.
sounds like a fun three weeks
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Old 10 January 2011, 02:40 AM   #43
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I'd 100% flip the old model for the new model but i wouldn't hold both.
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Old 10 January 2011, 03:02 AM   #44
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I'd 100% flip the old model for the new model but i wouldn't hold both.
I agree, I'd flip the old for the SubC
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Old 10 January 2011, 03:17 AM   #45
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Thanks to you guys, been the Green Sub is starting to be more of a consideration. I will look at it again this week. Gotta rotate the dif ADs so they don't get too annoyed with me.

Mirx, it is interesting to hear that the new Sub is more comfortable than the 16610, because the 16610 is my most comfortable watch -- it just disappears from the wrist.

Also interesting that the square lugs look better in person than in pics -- I happen to agree with that -- I thought it was an illusion at first .

I understand the posters that say I should flip the 16610 for the new one, but this is not a consideration.... yet. If I decide to get the green sub-c, I definitely won't. If I get the black sub-c, that might be a consideration, but only after I experience both watches for a time and see if I can do without the other.

But I am very resistant on getting rid of the 16610. It just speaks to me like no other.

So why do I "need" a new sub? Well, you know.....

I might, however, do as franksremote suggests..... wait a bit for a pre-loved one at any rate. Will save me some $ and make the hunt more interesting too.
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Old 10 January 2011, 05:58 PM   #46
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I see no point in spending so much $$ to have both. If you want another Rolex I would get something completely different. Maybe a GMT II or Explorer II. I have a SS Sub-C and SS Datejust with a jubilee bracelet and I love how different they are.
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Old 18 January 2011, 12:17 PM   #47
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Yes, only if I'm into collecting divers watches.

I'm looking to get a Sub Date 16610 (already have the LV version) then a Sub C 116610, black dial.

Recently sold the Sub No Date 14060M, perfer a watch with a date on it.
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Old 18 January 2011, 12:20 PM   #48
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If I had a 16610, I wouldn't get the sub - c. I miss my 16610:(
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Old 18 January 2011, 12:26 PM   #49
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I wouldn't.
I looked at both and finally decided on the 16610 couple of weeks back... just looked better to me.
My next rolex will definitely be the 39mm explorer. But before that I have to satiate my yearning for an IWC IW3714-01 Portuguese ( will get it this summer ).
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Old 18 January 2011, 12:48 PM   #50
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Personally I'd say no.

If you like the new case design of the SubC then i'd recommend looking at a GMTiic, it's a beautiful watch that feels great on the wrist. It gives you all the new design features of the SubC (only difference being the SubC clasp is marginally better) but looks even better in my opinion
I agree. I have both the GMT IIC and the 16610.
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Old 18 January 2011, 01:03 PM   #51
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I saw a lot of new sub c's whilst traveling recently... A lot! They looked fantastic on. I have the 16610lv and DSSD but would still consider adding the new C if i were after another rolex. They are different enough. But I'd rather wait for the new expII next year and get another PAM in the meantime. The subC does not have enough draw for me.

I also don't think you'll find them too similar once on. Whilst subtle the differences are broad and significant enough to make having both a good option.
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Old 18 January 2011, 01:08 PM   #52
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its an overlap in terms of function but as a whole, the new sub is an overhaul.
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Old 18 January 2011, 01:12 PM   #53
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I might do it. I complimented my 16610 with a SSGMT-IIc, but would also own a SS Sub-C.
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Old 18 January 2011, 01:38 PM   #54
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I've got both ... love them both. Both LV's actually, but put black bezel insert on 50th LV to provide options.
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Old 19 January 2011, 12:07 PM   #55
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not me. i don't have either sub and wouldn't buy both. i'm interested in the sub c, but haven't pulled the trigger yet, because it looks very similar to my gmtllc.
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