Hulk - amazingly unique or too niche?

[JohnTz]

You want it for the wrong reasons. Do nothing and let someone else who appreciates it more get it. I would never buy a black sub but love my Hulk.

[jblaze36wv]

I love the Hulk but if you don’t then it’s. It for you. May e swap one of the two you already have for something else you love instead? Maybe GMT or something like that.


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[IR201]

Originally Posted by Vetracer

Slow down and take time to enjoy the watches you have. Your narrative implies you’re quite impulsive and it sounds like you’ll end up losing money by continually flipping until you’re satisfied.

I will confess to being impulsive! Thankfully I've yet to flip something I regret (I've never flipped a Rolex btw).

Potential here for this to be my first Rolex flip/regret, so I am definitely wary of that.

No way would it make sense to flip the SDK400 to buy the hulk IMO. But to maybe flip the black sub and get the hulk at retail (some how, some way). Can't see how I'd wind up losing $ if I can pull that off. Or how I wouldn't be able to undo it pretty easily if it turned out to be wrong for me.

Now do I want to is another story. This thread is kind of convincing me to not do it since I'm not naturally drawn to the hulk. Just enjoy what I've got for now...the hardest thing to do lol.

[tpool]

I was lucky to purchase the hulk a week ago and I love it. The dial is amazing in different light conditions. But I’m a lover of green so if you’re not, you should probably pass. Perhaps find a piece with a blue dial to add some color variation.


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[Hutrmila]

Have got 5 Rolex models including Hulk; Rolex color is green ... thus Hulk is the ambassador of the brand color ... read all the answers ... pretty much like reviews and forums ever since it has been launched ... true is that if you don’t like green you shouldn’t buy it ... though this is not just green ... it is emerald green ... annoying for some / appealing to the others ... calming to me as green is the relaxing color ... It is my summer weekend watch ... especially when the sun makes it sunburst ... did not buy it as investments watch but believe it will gain in value over the time ... cheers




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[MiDoon]

That is a great pic of it. I really want this reference. Only the blue Sky Dweller would be ahead of it on my short list.

[mistercoach32]

Only one who can decide if it's for you is you, man. For me, I wasn't a green guy at all, and I had a lot of opinions on it until I actually tried it on. Now I own it, I love it, and it splits time equally with my BLNR. I'm a place in my life where I genuinely couldn't care less what other people think, other than my wife and daughter, of my choices.

[Al1969]

SD4K + GMT would make a great pair.
If I had to choose, I’d let the sub go.

I think there’s some “hype” with the LVC and BLNR, which has driven up the demand.
A couple of years back they sat “unLoVed” at ADs. I even recall seeing them discounted
by TRF sellers.

Here’s one https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...highlight=Hulk

[Hutrmila]

Originally Posted by Al1969

SD4K + GMT would make a great pair.
If I had to choose, I’d let the sub go.

I think there’s some “hype” with the LVC and BLNR, which has driven up the demand.
A couple of years back they sat “unLoVed” at ADs. I even recall seeing them discounted
by TRF sellers.

Here’s one https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...highlight=Hulk

Well, for that price I would not hesitate... but it’s me


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[Cru Jones]

Flip the Sub for something you love. The LVc isn’t one to “talk oneself into”.

For me, it was love at first sight, and I’ve loved mine for nearly 7 years.

[Hutrmila]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Flip the Sub for something you love. The LVc isn’t one to “talk oneself into”.

For me, it was love at first sight, and I’ve loved mine for nearly 7 years.

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[Seibei]

Originally Posted by IR201

My current "issue" is this - I've got the ceramic black sub date and just picked up the ceramic SDK 4000. Love both even though they "look the same" according to the girlfriend test.

In that case just sell one of them.

Don't buy a watch because it is different, buy a watch because you are 100% sure that you want it.

[Shamorai]

If you have to ask, then it’s not for you.
I’ve been wearing mine daily for almost two years and still stop to take wrist pics every day. Love it!!

[Roy7]

I was on the fence 4 years ago. Now there’s no watch better.

I’m on the list and when I get it it’ll be that last watch (until the 5396).

And I’ll wear it every day. No other watch I want.


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[bazin]

Originally Posted by Dr Watches

The LV Sub is getting increasingly less unique. All sorts of brands are jumping on the green bandwagon.

I didn't like the green on green LV when it sat unsold in cases all over the country, and I don't like it now. It's way too niche for my use, and I'm not sure I'd want one if I had to pick my top 20 modern references. I much prefer the five digit version (which I own).

I consider the raise in interest, the subsequent higher prices and the (temporary) less availability of the 116610LV / Hulk as a "passing event".....which is actually caused by the success of the Kermit/16610LV
A couple of years after its introduction in 2003 the Kermit / 16610LV showed a constant price increase over the years up till now and this still has not ended.
Untill 2-3 years ago the Hulk / 116610LV was widely immediately available with attractive discounts.
It seems to me that Rolex buyers interested in green models have noticed the considerable price increase of the Kermit (which was discontinued in 2010) from NOS $ 4.500 in 2003 to $ 22.000,- point four /, 26.000,- Fat Four and probably that they hope to see a repeat of the Kermit's tremendous price increase.
Imo this is a false hope as the history and reason of the 16610LV introduction (50 years anniversary of the Submariner) is unique and non repeatable with it's typical Submariner (o.a black matte dial) elements combined / stipulated with it's unique Rolex-green bezel.
The Hulk on the other hand was a simple / expected (standard) successor of the Kermit; not sharing it's unique heritage.
I believe that the price increase of the Hulk which took mainly place in an accelerating manner only during the last couple of years (in which on the other side the strong price increases of the Kermit were widely noticed by potential green buyers) therefore soon will fade as it is only more or less a simple, for some people attractive full green model.

[Terrakot]

What about TT LB instead of 116610LV ?

[replicator]

Colour changes in the light, dial looks almost black at an angle. It isn’t too eye catching as you might think, but I find it is a nice piece to wear when I’m dressed casual, it just adds an extra bit of style. The green actually goes well with almost any colour. Makes the classic sub look a bit boring but nice to have variety.

[rodayroday]

Too UGLY.


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[77T]

The Hulk is not for you.

But I think you should sell your Sub.
Keep the SD.
And buy a Hulk for your girlfriend.



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[RobearH]

Originally Posted by Terrakot

What about TT LB instead of 116610LV ?
Attachment 1031105

Best pic of LB I have ever seen. Thanks for posting...saved.

[mikester]

It’s a beautiful watch but not for everyone..

[DoctorA]

I was in your same shoes and completely discounted the LVc!
Once I put it on my wrist at the AD, it was love at first sight!
The sunburst dial
The ceramic bezel
It’s the only green ss Rolex

I became a believer and love mine!



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[Lord Hectic]

That rich green isn't for everyone but ticks all the right boxes for me.

[JacksonRain]

So green. So nice...

[illiguy]

Get a Kermit.

[djyolky]

Notice how every owner has been wearing green with their hulk?

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[Heff]

I’m not a green person either. I don’t wear green clothing very often, but I wear my Hulk frequently. I love it and it will never leave my collection.


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[subprimero]

If you want something different in a diver, you might try a bluesy to go with your SD4K.

[cdubg21]

Originally Posted by illiguy

Get a Kermit.

Good suggestion, aside fom the bracelet/clasp that feel like they came out of a vending machine

[T3F]

I like green and I like watches that are fun and unique, so naturally, I like the 116610LV. That being said, I wouldn't want to wear one all the time, and I have a pretty big collection, so if I like a watch and really enjoy wearing it even if I'm only wearing it somewhat sparingly, it's worth it to me to have it. To answer your questions about it being "gimmicky" and "niche," it definitely is on both counts -- this isn't bad, and is actually why I like it, but I wouldn't recommend this watch to anyone with a collection of fewer than 4-5 watches. For you, I'd definitely suggest staying away based on your first post. There is a lot of green and green is a lot, if you know what I'm saying, so if you have any doubts, they might get the best of you.

I'll also warn you that a lot of people, myself probably included, to some extent, like this watch because they've bought into the hype. It didn't sell well at all until the last 18-24 months, then the hype started and suddenly demand exploded. If you don't like it or are unsure about it, that's perfectly fine and normal -- based on the historical popularity of this watch, the vast majority of people don't like it when considering the watch outside of the hype-sphere, so don't feel like you're necessarily "missing something" by not being sold on it.