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im333 · 20 March 2011, 07:18 PM

Hi all,

I have a 2003 16610 which the AD is paying me more for than when I purchased it from him - hard to resist.

He has a new 116610 green face/green bezel in for me to buy today if I like.

My questions are:

- What do you guys think of the green face/green bezel vs the new 116610 LN?

- Is the all green likely to remain in demand in years to come and retain it's value? i.e. in such a way that y 16610 has (and appreciated!)

Thanks,

im333

PS time is of the essence!

Lol-x · 20 March 2011, 07:21 PM

I prefer the maxi dial and the new case and bracelet/clasp are great, but I would only get a black dial.....but that is just me.

Singslinger · 20 March 2011, 07:25 PM

I think the new green LV is far superior to the previous LV - better bezel, bracelet and dial. No need to think twice, IMO, just go for it.

Grumpy Badger · 20 March 2011, 07:26 PM

I'm sure a hell of a lot of people will disagree, but...

NO... Don't do it!

For me the Hulk is "off the moment". Everyone has seen it and thought "new and shiny, new and shiny!". I think the Black is classic Rolex and basically hasn't changed the look in over fifty years.

If you want the coolest watch of the moment, buy it. My worry is that is you start down that route, there will be a "cooler" watch released in a few years and you'll have to have that one.

If you want to collect, go for the LV. I
If you're only likely to have one or two watches, as it sounds like since you arent planing to keep the old one as well, stick with the LN.

Just my thoughts... What ever you do I hope it makes you smile!

acce1999 · 20 March 2011, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by im333

Hi all,

I have a 2003 16610 which the AD is paying me more for than when I purchased it from him - hard to resist.

He has a new 116610 green face/green bezel in for me to buy today if I like.

My questions are:

- What do you guys think of the green face/green bezel vs the new 116610 LN?

- Is the all green likely to remain in demand in years to come and retain it's value? i.e. in such a way that y 16610 has (and appreciated!)

Thanks,

im333

PS time is of the essence!

Since you asked:

I would keep the 16610. It is such a wonderful classic, and I would (I hope you can too) add the 116610 LV and wear it as a very cool option to the lovely 16610.

If you still decide to flip the 16610 I would go for the black 116610, that I find more versatile than the green... but the green dial is very, very beautiful!

Good luck.

Let us know what you decide for, and ...

... welcome to TRF!

Best,

A

Xenophon · 20 March 2011, 08:54 PM

Go green

travisb · 20 March 2011, 09:00 PM

I have not a single negative thing to say about the new LV. Far and away my favorite in the current proffesional lineup.
I have also owned the 116610LN but the green wins hands down.
I say go for it!!!

slcbbrown · 21 March 2011, 12:36 AM

The all-green is a great look, but if it's the only Rolex you've got, I wouldn't do it. The green just isn't as versatile as others. It's hard to make it look a bit less casual. However, it's still a great looking watch.

dalip · 21 March 2011, 12:39 AM

I'd go for the LN over the LV.....

But if not..I'd keep your current 16610LV...just the right amount of green>

SaddleSC · 21 March 2011, 12:43 AM

You absolutely cannot go wrong with the new Sub C. It is an amazing watch...although I agree with Dalip, I personally prefer the LN for everyday wear.

AIKO · 21 March 2011, 12:45 AM

I had the LV for a couple of years, parted with it and picked up the LN about two months ago. I really prefer the new LN all things considered. I was little worried about the green dial being too bright but it actually looks black most of the time. The bracelet upgrade is a major deal for me and the case and bezel upgrades are nice to haves not need to haves for me.

karmatp · 21 March 2011, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lol-x

I prefer the maxi dial and the new case and bracelet/clasp are great, but I would only get a black dial.....but that is just me.

I completely agree with Steve, the improvements are amazing.

Once you have the new Subs on your wrist, you will understand were all the hype is coming from, they can't be beat. Yes the old subs were great watches, but the new subs have set a completely new higher standard.

sea-dweller · 21 March 2011, 01:56 AM

I would keep the 16610 and save some $ and buy the other one...

Tools · 21 March 2011, 02:06 AM

I say that the trade-in is entirely up to you if you like the Green Sub...

however, like most trade-ins, you would be ahead if you simply bought the C-LV outright and later, if you decide, you could sell the '03 Sub for about 4,500 to 5000 USD; perhaps more in the UK. You couldn't go wring with that choice...

(213)GMT · 21 March 2011, 02:14 AM

I saw the old LV. LVc will be easy to find for years to come

Ray T · 21 March 2011, 04:34 AM

looking at getting a 116610 lv myself soon. seen them in the stores and the lv is definitely a looker. i chose blue over black when i got my subs, will get a lv, then maybe a ln down the road

im333 · 21 March 2011, 06:06 AM

Been to the AD.
Saw the LV and decided against it I'm afraid. Somehow the ceramic bezel didn't complement the gorgeous green-gold face enough.
They did though, have a DeepSea in the display.

I have a feeling this will be my next watch :)
Asked him to hold it for a few days whilst I make up my (confused) mind.

It has the (updated) ceramic bezel, 904L SS improved bracelet with SEL's and a Glidelock clasp unique to the sports lineup. It also has the chunkiness I wished my 16610 had when I first laid eyes on it on a friend's wrist....

Your thoughts on the DeepSea folks?

esm · 21 March 2011, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by im333

Been to the AD.
Saw the LV and decided against it I'm afraid. Somehow the ceramic bezel didn't complement the gorgeous green-gold face enough.
They did though, have a DeepSea in the display.

I have a feeling this will be my next watch :)
Asked him to hold it for a few days whilst I make up my (confused) mind.

It has the (updated) ceramic bezel, 904L SS improved bracelet with SEL's and a Glidelock clasp unique to the sports lineup. It also has the chunkiness I wished my 16610 had when I first laid eyes on it on a friend's wrist....

Your thoughts on the DeepSea folks?

interesting turn of the event.

it depends on how much bigger you want over the 16610.

for me, the 116610 is just the right size for my 7.25" wrist. as much as i'd love a DSSD, it is just too tall for my liking (the diameter is fine).

how big is your wrist? have you tried it on for an extended period of time at the AD? can you handle the height and the weight?

Grumpy Badger · 21 March 2011, 06:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by im333

Your thoughts on the DeepSea folks?

Lots on the deep sea a few pages back.

I don't think it's versatile enough. Unless you can afford a different watch for every occasion (or unless you're a saturation diver) I'd give it a swerve!

im333 · 21 March 2011, 06:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

interesting turn of the event.

it depends on how much bigger you want over the 16610.

for me, the 116610 is just the right size for my 7.25" wrist. as much as i'd love a DSSD, it is just too tall for my liking (the diameter is fine).

how big is your wrist? have you tried it on for an extended period of time at the AD? can you handle the height and the weight?

Not for an extended period, but personally I love the look and feel on the wrist.
I'm about 6ft and have relatively large hands. I think I can pull it off.

esm · 21 March 2011, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by im333

Not for an extended period, but personally I love the look and feel on the wrist.
I'm about 6ft and have relatively large hands. I think I can pull it off.

i think they are enough reasons to get it

globalmedia33 · 21 March 2011, 09:39 AM

go for it, the new green LV is awesome.

Singslinger · 21 March 2011, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by im333

Been to the AD.
Saw the LV and decided against it I'm afraid. Somehow the ceramic bezel didn't complement the gorgeous green-gold face enough.
They did though, have a DeepSea in the display.

I have a feeling this will be my next watch :)
Asked him to hold it for a few days whilst I make up my (confused) mind.

It has the (updated) ceramic bezel, 904L SS improved bracelet with SEL's and a Glidelock clasp unique to the sports lineup. It also has the chunkiness I wished my 16610 had when I first laid eyes on it on a friend's wrist....

Your thoughts on the DeepSea folks?

I'm a big fan of ceramic bezels and the new bracelets, so I say yes, go for it if you think it fits your wrist.

GDK · 21 March 2011, 09:51 AM

I wouldnt, but I'm not you. I think they are neat, but mine would need a black bezel.

PHDX2 · 21 March 2011, 11:22 AM

Go for it!

david91686 · 21 March 2011, 11:45 AM

the improvements are GREAT!! BUT........ the 16610 is a classic and a sure to be investment quality watch!! think long terms.... and work hard to get the 116610LV in addition to the classic you already have!!

z32turbo · 22 March 2011, 12:40 AM

I would do the trade in a heartbeat!!!!

Good luck

psv · 22 March 2011, 02:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lol-x

i prefer the maxi dial and the new case and bracelet/clasp are great, but i would only get a black dial.....but that is just me.

+1

garGARgar · 22 March 2011, 02:08 AM

I'd trade it in for the LN. I love my LV, but am not fond of the LV-C.

Lion · 22 March 2011, 02:19 AM

I'd keep the older Sub and then save up for a newer model. This way you have more time to decide on which one to get!!!

20 March 2011, 07:18 PM	#1
im333 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: uk Posts: 4	Trading my 16610 for 116610 all green...should I? Hi all, I have a 2003 16610 which the AD is paying me more for than when I purchased it from him - hard to resist. He has a new 116610 green face/green bezel in for me to buy today if I like. My questions are: - What do you guys think of the green face/green bezel vs the new 116610 LN? - Is the all green likely to remain in demand in years to come and retain it's value? i.e. in such a way that y 16610 has (and appreciated!) Thanks, im333 PS time is of the essence! Last edited by im333; 20 March 2011 at 07:21 PM.. Reason: pic

20 March 2011, 07:21 PM	#2
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,587	I prefer the maxi dial and the new case and bracelet/clasp are great, but I would only get a black dial.....but that is just me. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

20 March 2011, 08:54 PM	#6
Xenophon 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Xenophon Location: UK Posts: 2,728	Go green Attached Images __________________ The sea! The sea! Θάλαττα! θάλαττα!

20 March 2011, 09:00 PM	#7
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Welcome!! I have not a single negative thing to say about the new LV. Far and away my favorite in the current proffesional lineup. I have also owned the 116610LN but the green wins hands down. I say go for it!!! Attached Images

21 March 2011, 12:39 AM	#9
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	I'd go for the LN over the LV..... But if not..I'd keep your current 16610LV...just the right amount of green> __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

20 March 2011, 07:25 PM	#3
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	I think the new green LV is far superior to the previous LV - better bezel, bracelet and dial. No need to think twice, IMO, just go for it.

20 March 2011, 07:26 PM	#4
Grumpy Badger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: Bonny Scotland Watch: 14060M Sub (cosc) Posts: 5,280	I'm sure a hell of a lot of people will disagree, but... NO... Don't do it! For me the Hulk is "off the moment". Everyone has seen it and thought "new and shiny, new and shiny!". I think the Black is classic Rolex and basically hasn't changed the look in over fifty years. If you want the coolest watch of the moment, buy it. My worry is that is you start down that route, there will be a "cooler" watch released in a few years and you'll have to have that one. If you want to collect, go for the LV. I If you're only likely to have one or two watches, as it sounds like since you arent planing to keep the old one as well, stick with the LN. Just my thoughts... What ever you do I hope it makes you smile!

21 March 2011, 12:36 AM	#8
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,689	The all-green is a great look, but if it's the only Rolex you've got, I wouldn't do it. The green just isn't as versatile as others. It's hard to make it look a bit less casual. However, it's still a great looking watch.

21 March 2011, 12:43 AM	#10
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	You absolutely cannot go wrong with the new Sub C. It is an amazing watch...although I agree with Dalip, I personally prefer the LN for everyday wear. __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

21 March 2011, 12:45 AM	#11
AIKO "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,937	I had the LV for a couple of years, parted with it and picked up the LN about two months ago. I really prefer the new LN all things considered. I was little worried about the green dial being too bright but it actually looks black most of the time. The bracelet upgrade is a major deal for me and the case and bezel upgrades are nice to haves not need to haves for me.

21 March 2011, 01:56 AM	#13
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I would keep the 16610 and save some $ and buy the other one... __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

21 March 2011, 02:06 AM	#14
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	I say that the trade-in is entirely up to you if you like the Green Sub... however, like most trade-ins, you would be ahead if you simply bought the C-LV outright and later, if you decide, you could sell the '03 Sub for about 4,500 to 5000 USD; perhaps more in the UK. You couldn't go wring with that choice... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

21 March 2011, 02:14 AM	#15
(213)GMT Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Vince Location: Los Angeles Watch: GMT 116710 Posts: 215	I saw the old LV. LVc will be easy to find for years to come

21 March 2011, 04:34 AM	#16
Ray T "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Ray Location: NYC Watch: 116619 LB Posts: 353	looking at getting a 116610 lv myself soon. seen them in the stores and the lv is definitely a looker. i chose blue over black when i got my subs, will get a lv, then maybe a ln down the road

21 March 2011, 06:06 AM	#17
im333 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: uk Posts: 4	Been to the AD. Saw the LV and decided against it I'm afraid. Somehow the ceramic bezel didn't complement the gorgeous green-gold face enough. They did though, have a DeepSea in the display. I have a feeling this will be my next watch :) Asked him to hold it for a few days whilst I make up my (confused) mind. It has the (updated) ceramic bezel, 904L SS improved bracelet with SEL's and a Glidelock clasp unique to the sports lineup. It also has the chunkiness I wished my 16610 had when I first laid eyes on it on a friend's wrist.... Your thoughts on the DeepSea folks?

21 March 2011, 09:39 AM	#22
globalmedia33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Thien Location: Frisco,TX/Saigon Watch: All Rolex Posts: 2,754	go for it, the new green LV is awesome. __________________ Sub. 5513 116710LN 116610LV “I THINK PERFECTION IS UGLY. SOMEWHERE IN THE THINGS HUMANS MAKE, I WANT TO SEE SCARS, FAILURE, DISORDER AND DISTORTION" - YOHJI YAMAMOTO

21 March 2011, 09:51 AM	#24
GDK "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: Iowa Watch: Rolex Sub 16610 Posts: 48	I wouldnt, but I'm not you. I think they are neat, but mine would need a black bezel.

21 March 2011, 11:22 AM	#25
PHDX2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: John Location: MS & LA Watch: Rolex Day-Date II Posts: 1,084	Go for it! __________________ - John >>> Rolex & Porsche Owner/Enthusiast <<<

21 March 2011, 11:45 AM	#26
david91686 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: New Jersey Watch: DayDate II Posts: 310	the improvements are GREAT!! BUT........ the 16610 is a classic and a sure to be investment quality watch!! think long terms.... and work hard to get the 116610LV in addition to the classic you already have!! __________________ 1-Rolex DayDate II- Yellow Gold- Arabic Cocentric Face. 2-Rolex Submariner 16610LV-50Th Anniversary Model. 3-Rolex GMT 16710B- Pepsi Model/4-Rolex 116610 Sub 5-Tudor Black Bay- Blue Bezel- Leather & SS Band. 6-Victorinox Swiss Army -241176 Limited Edition Brown.

22 March 2011, 12:40 AM	#27
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	I would do the trade in a heartbeat!!!! Good luck __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

22 March 2011, 02:08 AM	#29
garGARgar "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: New York, NY Watch: 16610LV Posts: 711	I'd trade it in for the LN. I love my LV, but am not fond of the LV-C. __________________ 16610LV 126334 116710LN

22 March 2011, 02:19 AM	#30
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	I'd keep the older Sub and then save up for a newer model. This way you have more time to decide on which one to get!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

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