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rmcarlton · 10 October 2007, 11:22 AM

I've been skulking around the forum for some time and thought it time to sey hello. I have an 85 SS DJ and would like a Sub LV. I've heard that Rolex has made the LV a permanent offering. Is this true? If so, will that make it easier to get a discount from an AD? Thanks in advance. Great resource.

Gaijin · 10 October 2007, 11:25 AM

The LV is currently still in production, but in limited numbers.

Nobody knows when it will be discontinued, but some are speculating next year when Rolex more likely than not goes to a ceramic bezel for the Sub.

As far as discounts, highly unlikely. However, it does not hurt to ask if you can find one. Most grey market dealers are still selling them at a premium and most ADs are still holding them for thier best customers or those who throw a little cash around.

Good luck.

Rockrolex · 10 October 2007, 11:25 AM

Welcome to TRF. Glad you came out of the closet and joined the fun here.

The LV is a permanent part of the Rolex line-up. That is, as permanent as any part of their offerings can be. They should be readily available at most ADs.

rmcarlton · 10 October 2007, 11:32 AM

thanks for the responses. I've been hearing about the ceramic dial on some of the sport watches. Any guess as to why the move to ceramic? Thanks.

JJ Irani · 10 October 2007, 11:33 AM

Hi Carlton,

Welcome to TRF.

Ceramics are supposed to be extremely tough and durable. These bezels have been specially heat treated to mind-blowing temperatures of 1500ºC.

Rolex is going futuristic!!

daunwaun · 10 October 2007, 12:19 PM

Welcome to TRF

mike · 10 October 2007, 12:48 PM

Welcome!

There has been a lot of confusion regarding the LV. The reference 16610LV was made beginning in 2003 as special Submariner to commemorate "50 years of the Submariner. It was never a "limited production" item, but rather a regular production watch albeit one that was/is made in far fewer numbers than the standard 16610.
Rolex chose to fit a maxi-dial and minute hand as well as green bezel insert to distinguish this watch as a commemorative piece.
During it's run the reference has had a couple different dial fonts as well as shades of green in the insert.
Whether and for how long the LV remains part of the Rolex line up is anybody's guess. It does remain a watch that evokes strong feelings one way or the other. I, for one, like the watch...a lot!

Mrdi · 10 October 2007, 01:03 PM

Welcome Carlton.
If ya wanna fit in here right away you gotta be a switch hitter.
Yup,
You gotta like gold and stainless..
together.
Yup ..
Ya gotta be a Two Tone man.

Tools · 10 October 2007, 01:14 PM

Welcome to TRF rm,

Your DJ is a fine watch to hang onto.

The LV is still popular so I wouldn't expect much of a discount, if any. I'd love to have one, but I would just change the bezel for a black one I would wear..you know...different strokes..

SPACE-DWELLER · 10 October 2007, 04:22 PM

Welcome to TRF!

In the beginning, in 2003, the "LV" was considered to be a "Limited Edition", but in fact it never was. But there are made fewer LV's than regular Subs.

Downing · 11 October 2007, 04:45 AM

Welcome to TRF!

If you have time, I'd love to see your '85 DJ. Pictures are always welcome!

10 October 2007, 11:22 AM	#1
rmcarlton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Monty Location: Georgia Watch: Sub LV Posts: 787	Glad I found ya'll I've been skulking around the forum for some time and thought it time to sey hello. I have an 85 SS DJ and would like a Sub LV. I've heard that Rolex has made the LV a permanent offering. Is this true? If so, will that make it easier to get a discount from an AD? Thanks in advance. Great resource.

10 October 2007, 11:25 AM	#3
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,969	Welcome to TRF. Glad you came out of the closet and joined the fun here. The LV is a permanent part of the Rolex line-up. That is, as permanent as any part of their offerings can be. They should be readily available at most ADs. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

10 October 2007, 11:33 AM	#5
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Hi Carlton, Welcome to TRF. Ceramics are supposed to be extremely tough and durable. These bezels have been specially heat treated to mind-blowing temperatures of 1500ºC. Rolex is going futuristic!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

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10 October 2007, 04:22 PM	#10
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF! In the beginning, in 2003, the "LV" was considered to be a "Limited Edition", but in fact it never was. But there are made fewer LV's than regular Subs. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

10 October 2007, 11:25 AM	#2
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	The LV is currently still in production, but in limited numbers. Nobody knows when it will be discontinued, but some are speculating next year when Rolex more likely than not goes to a ceramic bezel for the Sub. As far as discounts, highly unlikely. However, it does not hurt to ask if you can find one. Most grey market dealers are still selling them at a premium and most ADs are still holding them for thier best customers or those who throw a little cash around. Good luck.

10 October 2007, 11:32 AM	#4
rmcarlton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Monty Location: Georgia Watch: Sub LV Posts: 787	thanks for the responses. I've been hearing about the ceramic dial on some of the sport watches. Any guess as to why the move to ceramic? Thanks.

10 October 2007, 12:48 PM	#7
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Welcome! There has been a lot of confusion regarding the LV. The reference 16610LV was made beginning in 2003 as special Submariner to commemorate "50 years of the Submariner. It was never a "limited production" item, but rather a regular production watch albeit one that was/is made in far fewer numbers than the standard 16610. Rolex chose to fit a maxi-dial and minute hand as well as green bezel insert to distinguish this watch as a commemorative piece. During it's run the reference has had a couple different dial fonts as well as shades of green in the insert. Whether and for how long the LV remains part of the Rolex line up is anybody's guess. It does remain a watch that evokes strong feelings one way or the other. I, for one, like the watch...a lot!

10 October 2007, 01:03 PM	#8
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	Welcome Carlton. If ya wanna fit in here right away you gotta be a switch hitter. Yup, You gotta like gold and stainless.. together. Yup .. Ya gotta be a Two Tone man.

10 October 2007, 01:14 PM	#9
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	Welcome to TRF rm, Your DJ is a fine watch to hang onto. The LV is still popular so I wouldn't expect much of a discount, if any. I'd love to have one, but I would just change the bezel for a black one I would wear..you know...different strokes..

11 October 2007, 04:45 AM	#11
Downing "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Downing Location: Portland, Oregon Watch: SD ExpII GO Nav ND Posts: 1,640	Welcome to TRF! If you have time, I'd love to see your '85 DJ. Pictures are always welcome! __________________ One if by land, one if by sea, one if by air and one uh, just to tell time. Rolex Explorer II White Rolex Sea-Dweller Glashütte Original Navigator Panerai 183 G Black Seal

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