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Old 6 January 2014, 03:04 AM   #1
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Which 1680 Sub would you buy?

I'm looking at these two 1680 Subs. I like them both. What do you think?

This one:

http://www.watchestobuy.com/RolexSubmariner1680.htm

Or this one:

http://www.hqmilton.com/watches/1979..._1680_with_box

Or should I keep looking?

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Old 6 January 2014, 03:23 AM   #2
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I would wait a bit longer, 1680s are a lot out there positive is that both watches are sold by shops so that you get a warranty.

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Old 6 January 2014, 03:32 AM   #3
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I'd keep looking
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Old 6 January 2014, 04:28 AM   #4
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personally id use Hqmilton but i would wait a little longer. They get new watches almost every day. Try to buy the finest example of model you want.
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Old 6 January 2014, 04:59 AM   #5
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personally id use Hqmilton but i would wait a little longer. They get new watches almost every day. Try to buy the finest example of model you want.
Agreed. Jacek & Hq Milton are great to deal with. They are always getting new and great stuff in.
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Old 6 January 2014, 05:18 AM   #6
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Old 6 January 2014, 04:08 PM   #7
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I was looking at the exact two also but decided to wait a bit and see what else surfaces.
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Old 6 January 2014, 10:06 PM   #8
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Love the patina and faded insert on the one with the red-striped NATO. I'd be happy with that on my wrist, but it's a little pricey, in part because of the accessories. It just depends on the look you're going for. Some people don't like as much patina and don't care about boxes, etc … Good luck in your search!
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