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Ferdelious · 13 August 2014, 04:27 AM

I'm considering doing a few modifications to my everyday "beater" Sub 16610. I bought it head only without bracelet for something that could be worn is any situation. I wear it on NATO's and rubber and love that sporty look. After having the watch for a few months I now want to have a little fun with it. I purchased a Yachtmaster red second hand and am now considering putting a roulette or red date wheel to match. If the date wheel is switched I don't want the red number to stick out so I would like to remove the cyclops to give it a SD look. I'll be keeping all the original parts if the mods wear on me and I want to return it to the original look. But will I regret removing the cyclops? I do like the cyclops and think its on of those Rolex only features that makes a watch pop.

DCheeta · 13 August 2014, 04:31 AM

I think it'll look cool. Go for it, and post pics!

FTX I · 13 August 2014, 04:31 AM

I would regret because I like it a lot. If you like it too then don't do it.

1995akcoop · 13 August 2014, 04:45 AM

a rolex isn't a rolex without the cyclops

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jjm1970 · 13 August 2014, 04:48 AM

Except for the person looking straight at the dial, the cyclops might actually make the colored date wheel less noticeable maybe?

ExplorerChris · 13 August 2014, 04:51 AM

Love the idea of the red hand and the date wheel but to me the cyclops is iconic

thomaspp · 13 August 2014, 04:55 AM

I love the cyclops! Don't remove it! The red will look awesome with the dome.

Johny · 13 August 2014, 04:57 AM

red with Cyclops.

CWIN · 13 August 2014, 05:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1995akcoop

a rolex isn't a rolex without the cyclops

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I beg to differ.

phils · 13 August 2014, 06:09 AM

It depends on your age. The older you get the more you appreciate the Cyclops.

locutus49 · 13 August 2014, 06:25 AM

Cyclops has a mythological heritage, and, moreover, really gives the Sub a feature that differentiates it from many of the homage watches like Invicta and Omega, etc. Plus, as another member pointed out, as you get older, the magnification is quite useful.

Sportwatchmania · 13 August 2014, 06:30 AM

This is how your Sub date will look without the cyclopse

I think it looks great and you can all ways go back if you want to. One day i will be doing it too.

Pic is not mine btw

joli160 · 13 August 2014, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phils

It depends on your age. The older you get the more you appreciate the Cyclops.

So true.

macduffi · 13 August 2014, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thomaspp

I love the cyclops! Don't remove it! The red will look awesome with the dome.

x2

Rolex-10 · 13 August 2014, 06:36 AM

Cyclops fan here too.
A signature of the Sub!

SlimJim16v · 13 August 2014, 07:13 AM

Off, off! I took mine off my GMT II, much better IMHO.

They should've put it inside, like TAG Heuer.

GB-man · 13 August 2014, 07:19 AM

I say keep it. Quintessential Rolex.

AngryApe · 13 August 2014, 07:26 AM

I wouldn't remove the eagle eye in your case. I'm not a fan of how it looks in pictures but for everyday functionality it really is a blessing for bad eyes everywhere.

watchwatcher · 13 August 2014, 07:29 AM

Keep it and see how it looks with the red date...easy to take off if you don't like it.

Dante221 · 13 August 2014, 07:41 AM

Ferdelious

Lose the cyclops for a smooth crystal is a joy!. Two days ago I traded my
Ceramic Submariner for a Sea Dweller 4000 for TWO reasons
Sub lugs are out of proportion to the case and I really dislike the cyclops...
both issues solved with the Sea Dweller!
Good Luck & post some pix!!

Dante221

rmfnla · 13 August 2014, 07:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ferdelious

I'm considering doing a few modifications to my everyday "beater" Sub 16610. I bought it head only without bracelet for something that could be worn is any situation. I wear it on NATO's and rubber and love that sporty look. After having the watch for a few months I now want to have a little fun with it. I purchased a Yachtmaster red second hand and am now considering putting a roulette or red date wheel to match. If the date wheel is switched I don't want the red number to stick out so I would like to remove the cyclops to give it a SD look. I'll be keeping all the original parts if the mods wear on me and I want to return it to the original look. But will I regret removing the cyclops? I do like the cyclops and think its on of those Rolex only features that makes a watch pop.

If you do you can always replace the crystal...

bighaole · 13 August 2014, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phils

It depends on your age. The older you get the more you appreciate the Cyclops.

I definitely appreciate the cyclops more and more each year. If only the sub-dials on the Daytona had cyclopses (tri-clops?).

KBM · 13 August 2014, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by CWIN

I beg to differ.

Chris, our tastes are very close! My ideal rolex trio for now includes those 2 pieces and a BLNR.

CWIN · 13 August 2014, 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kauebm

Chris, our tastes are very close! My ideal rolex trio for now includes those 2 pieces and a BLNR.

Haha that would be an amazing land, sea, and air trio!

antbkny · 13 August 2014, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thomaspp

I love the cyclops! Don't remove it! The red will look awesome with the dome.

This! ^

JKL69 · 13 August 2014, 08:51 AM

Remove it. I much prefer not having the bubble.Much cleaner look.

azguy · 13 August 2014, 10:19 AM

No for me

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Rolexpharm · 13 August 2014, 10:47 AM

Just keep the cyclops. It looks cool and you will most likely regret it. You will also have problems should you ever sell or trade it without a cyclops

Jayshan · 13 August 2014, 11:36 AM

Submariner without cyclops?

13 August 2014, 04:27 AM	#1
Ferdelious 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,203	Cyclops or Non? I'm considering doing a few modifications to my everyday "beater" Sub 16610. I bought it head only without bracelet for something that could be worn is any situation. I wear it on NATO's and rubber and love that sporty look. After having the watch for a few months I now want to have a little fun with it. I purchased a Yachtmaster red second hand and am now considering putting a roulette or red date wheel to match. If the date wheel is switched I don't want the red number to stick out so I would like to remove the cyclops to give it a SD look. I'll be keeping all the original parts if the mods wear on me and I want to return it to the original look. But will I regret removing the cyclops? I do like the cyclops and think its on of those Rolex only features that makes a watch pop. __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

13 August 2014, 04:51 AM	#6
ExplorerChris "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Chris Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Explorer II 16550 Posts: 1,401	Love the idea of the red hand and the date wheel but to me the cyclops is iconic __________________ There's a crown for every achievement A Watch Is Just A Watch A Rolex Is A Timepiece

13 August 2014, 04:55 AM	#7
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	I love the cyclops! Don't remove it! The red will look awesome with the dome. __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

13 August 2014, 04:57 AM	#8
Johny "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: john Location: Scotland Watch: sub 16610Lv Posts: 13,523	red with Cyclops. __________________ "AFTER DARK" BAR AND NIGHT CLUB GM.

13 August 2014, 06:30 AM	#12
Sportwatchmania "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Dennis Location: Netherlands Watch: ♛ Posts: 552	This is how your Sub date will look without the cyclopse I think it looks great and you can all ways go back if you want to. One day i will be doing it too. Pic is not mine btw __________________ ♛ 116610LN - 116710BLNR - 116500LN White - 116500LN Black Instagram: @sportwatchmania https://instagram.com/sportwatchmania/

13 August 2014, 04:31 AM	#2
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	I think it'll look cool. Go for it, and post pics!

13 August 2014, 04:31 AM	#3
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	I would regret because I like it a lot. If you like it too then don't do it.

13 August 2014, 04:45 AM	#4
1995akcoop "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,162	a rolex isn't a rolex without the cyclops Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 August 2014, 04:48 AM	#5
jjm1970 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Real Name: Jason Location: North Carolina Watch: GMTIIx2, SD4K, DYT Posts: 80	Except for the person looking straight at the dial, the cyclops might actually make the colored date wheel less noticeable maybe?

13 August 2014, 06:09 AM	#10
phils "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: philip Location: missouri Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 1,094	It depends on your age. The older you get the more you appreciate the Cyclops.

13 August 2014, 06:25 AM	#11
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	Cyclops has a mythological heritage, and, moreover, really gives the Sub a feature that differentiates it from many of the homage watches like Invicta and Omega, etc. Plus, as another member pointed out, as you get older, the magnification is quite useful.

13 August 2014, 06:36 AM	#15
Rolex-10 Banned Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: UK Posts: 288	Cyclops fan here too. A signature of the Sub!

13 August 2014, 07:13 AM	#16
SlimJim16v Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: London Posts: 15	Off, off! I took mine off my GMT II, much better IMHO. They should've put it inside, like TAG Heuer.

13 August 2014, 07:19 AM	#17
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	I say keep it. Quintessential Rolex.

13 August 2014, 07:26 AM	#18
AngryApe "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Beau Wilson Location: Buford, GA Posts: 81	I wouldn't remove the eagle eye in your case. I'm not a fan of how it looks in pictures but for everyday functionality it really is a blessing for bad eyes everywhere.

13 August 2014, 07:29 AM	#19
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Keep it and see how it looks with the red date...easy to take off if you don't like it.

13 August 2014, 07:41 AM	#20
Dante221 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Dante Torrese Location: Ardsley , N.Y. Watch: Seadweller 4000 Posts: 153	lost the cyclops! Ferdelious Lose the cyclops for a smooth crystal is a joy!. Two days ago I traded my Ceramic Submariner for a Sea Dweller 4000 for TWO reasons Sub lugs are out of proportion to the case and I really dislike the cyclops... both issues solved with the Sea Dweller! Good Luck & post some pix!! Dante221

13 August 2014, 08:51 AM	#26
JKL69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Newnan,GA. USA Posts: 4	Remove it. I much prefer not having the bubble.Much cleaner look.

13 August 2014, 10:19 AM	#27
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	No for me

13 August 2014, 10:47 AM	#28
Rolexpharm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Bensalem, Pa Posts: 638	Just keep the cyclops. It looks cool and you will most likely regret it. You will also have problems should you ever sell or trade it without a cyclops

13 August 2014, 11:36 AM	#29
Jayshan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Toronto Watch: 116610LN Posts: 397	Submariner without cyclops? __________________ Best Regards, Jayshan ROLEX SUBMARINER 116610LN

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