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Rollie_Pollie · 31 January 2008, 03:05 AM

It is my understanding that the LV Sub was released in 2003 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Submariner.

I believe the first serial number of this watch was F, so do you guys think that the first serial number (F series) of this watch will be worth more money than say a D, Z or an M series as it is the true anniversary model?

Any changes at all between F series LV and a new, M series LV?

teo · 31 January 2008, 03:08 AM

Not really. I think it is the look of the watch that will be worth more money than say a D, Z or an M series.

Texsubmariner · 31 January 2008, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by teo

Not really. I think it is the look of the watch that will be worth more money than say a D, Z or an M series.

+1.

Rollie_Pollie · 31 January 2008, 03:11 AM

The M series is the only LV with the ring-branding, right?

f16570 · 31 January 2008, 03:15 AM

The value is only what someone is prepared to pay, so who knnows.

SPACE-DWELLER · 31 January 2008, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Rollie_Pollie

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Any changes at all between F series LV and a new, M series LV?

Only minor changes.

The first LV's had an "Oval O" in "ROLEX" and now the NEW LV's have the CRB (Chapter Ring Branding) that the first ones did not have. The LV first got the CRB in 2007.

As an interesting sidenote, the VERY first LV's presented at the Basel Fair 2003 had holes in the lugs, but Rolex NEVER sold them. All LV's that went to the AD had NON holes cases!

Rollie_Pollie · 31 January 2008, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

Only minor changes.

The first LV's had an "Oval O" in "ROLEX" and now the NEW LV's have the CRB (Chapter Ring Branding) that the first ones did not have. The LV first got the CRB in 2007.

As an interesting sidenote, the VERY first LV's presented at the Basel Fair 2003 had holes in the lugs, but Rolex NEVER sold them. All LV's that went to the AD had NON holes cases!

This is excellent info! In regards to the 'oval o' on the first LV's...is this only on the LV's? Do any other watches have the 'oval o'? I have never noticed this before, but after comparing pics (between an F serial and an M serial), I see it plain as day.

SPACE-DWELLER · 31 January 2008, 04:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Rollie_Pollie

This is excellent info! In regards to the 'oval o' on the first LV's...is this only on the LV's? Do any other watches have the 'oval o'? I have never noticed this before, but after comparing pics (between an F serial and an M serial), I see it plain as day.

There was a member here who just recently stated having seen an oval O in the "Rolex" word on another Rolex model. I think it was a TT Blue Sub, but I am not sure.

SSonly · 31 January 2008, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

There was a member here who just recently stated having seen an oval O in the "Rolex" word on another Rolex model. I think it was a TT Blue Sub, but I am not sure.

It is the Coke GMT!

Tools · 31 January 2008, 01:17 PM

Get whichever one is the best deal..

It will be years before any serious collecting will happen on this reference.. Everything else is just speculation at this point..

teo · 31 January 2008, 03:45 AM

My 'A' series TT black sub does has an oval O.

GMTcrazy · 31 January 2008, 03:59 AM

Ive got an "M". I love the CRB!

Great watch. I hope they come out with the maxi dial when they re-vamp the Sub line.

GT

Rollie_Pollie · 31 January 2008, 04:08 AM

When did Rolex start using the newer font'd 'O'? Did they change this on all of their models?

Rollie_Pollie · 31 January 2008, 04:39 AM

My GMT II Y series has the oval O

Jimbits76 · 31 January 2008, 05:01 AM

LV's RULE!!!!!!!!!!

Sorry just got a bit carried away.

I don't know what came over me.

J

PS I think a mint, unregisted F will be the thing the collectors want in 10-15 years time.

mike · 31 January 2008, 05:52 AM

If memory serves there were some late Y series LVs. The LV has had at least two seperate dial fonts as well as a couple different shades of green on the insert.

Oval O on the left (F series) round on the right (D series)

viper · 31 January 2008, 06:03 AM

Mike is correct, the first LVs were in later 2003 & had a 'Y' prefix

Rollie_Pollie · 31 January 2008, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by viper

Mike is correct, the first LVs were in later 2003 & had a 'Y' prefix

And the Y serial numbers were produced in Fall of 2002, correct?

Does anyone know when Rolex did away with the 'Oval O' (if at all)?

Jocke · 31 January 2008, 06:11 AM

I have a A witout O and a C with RB and
a oval with a S.

Will that be more worth than a regula?

Jocke

koronet-kid · 31 January 2008, 06:38 AM

I think the first issue LVs will be worth more in the future. because they were also the last subs to be sold with anchors. and collectors of old subs now love the ones that come with all the accessories, i think that will still be the case when LVs become a collectors piece. JMHO

regards sean

vjb.knife · 31 January 2008, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by koronet-kid

I think the first issue LVs will be worth more in the future. because they were also the last subs to be sold with anchors. and collectors of old subs now love the ones that come with all the accessories, i think that will still be the case when LVs become a collectors piece. JMHO

regards sean

I don't know how or why but my Z-series came with all the goodies including the Anchor.

Rollie_Pollie · 31 January 2008, 10:35 AM

bump! Anyone know when the Oval O was replaced (if it even was!)?

JohnEaton · 31 January 2008, 12:55 PM

My 16610LV: Round O, no CRB, hologram, received the anchor, and a skinny 4 on 40...

I have a CRB on my 116520, can't say I really care one way or another, I like that the serial number is visible without removing the band though...

31 January 2008, 03:05 AM	#1
Rollie_Pollie Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chicago Watch: what you're doing! Posts: 67	50th Anniversary Submariner 16610LV It is my understanding that the LV Sub was released in 2003 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Submariner. I believe the first serial number of this watch was F, so do you guys think that the first serial number (F series) of this watch will be worth more money than say a D, Z or an M series as it is the true anniversary model? Any changes at all between F series LV and a new, M series LV?

31 January 2008, 03:15 AM	#5
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31 January 2008, 01:17 PM	#10
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31 January 2008, 06:11 AM	#19
Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	I have a A witout O and a C with RB and a oval with a S. Will that be more worth than a regula? Jocke __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

31 January 2008, 03:08 AM	#2
teo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: amk Posts: 792	Not really. I think it is the look of the watch that will be worth more money than say a D, Z or an M series.

31 January 2008, 03:11 AM	#4
Rollie_Pollie Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chicago Watch: what you're doing! Posts: 67	The M series is the only LV with the ring-branding, right?

31 January 2008, 03:45 AM	#11
teo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: amk Posts: 792	My 'A' series TT black sub does has an oval O.

31 January 2008, 03:59 AM	#12
GMTcrazy Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Makati/FL Posts: 301	Ive got an "M". I love the CRB! Great watch. I hope they come out with the maxi dial when they re-vamp the Sub line. GT

31 January 2008, 04:08 AM	#13
Rollie_Pollie Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chicago Watch: what you're doing! Posts: 67	When did Rolex start using the newer font'd 'O'? Did they change this on all of their models?

31 January 2008, 04:39 AM	#14
Rollie_Pollie Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chicago Watch: what you're doing! Posts: 67	My GMT II Y series has the oval O

31 January 2008, 05:01 AM	#15
Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	LV's RULE!!!!!!!!!! Sorry just got a bit carried away. I don't know what came over me. J PS I think a mint, unregisted F will be the thing the collectors want in 10-15 years time.

31 January 2008, 05:52 AM	#16
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	If memory serves there were some late Y series LVs. The LV has had at least two seperate dial fonts as well as a couple different shades of green on the insert. Oval O on the left (F series) round on the right (D series)

31 January 2008, 06:03 AM	#17
viper "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Northeast Posts: 943	Mike is correct, the first LVs were in later 2003 & had a 'Y' prefix

31 January 2008, 06:38 AM	#20
koronet-kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: John Location: AT HOME Watch: deep-sea Comex Posts: 676	I think the first issue LVs will be worth more in the future. because they were also the last subs to be sold with anchors. and collectors of old subs now love the ones that come with all the accessories, i think that will still be the case when LVs become a collectors piece. JMHO regards sean

31 January 2008, 10:35 AM	#22
Rollie_Pollie Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chicago Watch: what you're doing! Posts: 67	bump! Anyone know when the Oval O was replaced (if it even was!)?

31 January 2008, 12:55 PM	#23
JohnEaton "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Eaton Location: Nome Alaska USA Watch: Red1680 metres 1st Posts: 1,869	My 16610LV: Round O, no CRB, hologram, received the anchor, and a skinny 4 on 40... I have a CRB on my 116520, can't say I really care one way or another, I like that the serial number is visible without removing the band though...

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