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arinsd · 13 April 2015, 01:25 AM

So I been wearing my new SubC 116610 day and night for about a week and it really is a gorgeous watch! But, I keep looking at the 16610V (green bezel black dial) sub. When I was shopping for my first Rolex I saw a mint pre-owned anniversary sub and was in shock at how nice the black on green looked. Also, the 16610LV is a tad more rare in the wild and may set you apart from other Rolex owners. Then again I love the upgraded clasp, ceramic bezel, and lume on my brand new 116610LN. Its so hard!

So my question is: Since this will be my only Rolex for quite a long time, would it be more reasonable to keep my brand new 116610LN as it may be more versatile for clothing and any occasion OR trade/sell it for a 16610LV?

Input from owners of both would be greatly appreciated.

captkevin · 13 April 2015, 01:33 AM

It's a great watch I had one. I'd keep what you have or consider the 116610lv

FTX I · 13 April 2015, 01:35 AM

keep your Sub-C and get the LV.

arinsd · 13 April 2015, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

keep your Sub-C and get the LV.

Ha I knew this one was coming!

I wish I could buy both at the moment but it would have to be keep my brand new SubC or flip it for a minty 16610LV.

c41006 · 13 April 2015, 01:38 AM

I'd keep the subc

travisb · 13 April 2015, 01:47 AM

The LV is great but I'd stay with the 116610.

FTX I · 13 April 2015, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arinsd

Ha I knew this one was coming!

I wish I could buy both at the moment but it would have to be keep my brand new SubC or flip it for a minty 16610LV.

If that's the case I'd say keep your Sub-C.

ETV888 · 13 April 2015, 01:57 AM

I don't have the anniversary edition but got the subc LV and LN. The LV does look that bit extra special

arinsd · 13 April 2015, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by ETV888

I don't have the anniversary edition but got the subc LV and LN. The LV does look that bit extra special

Beautiful! It's amazing how the hulk dial can look daker in differnt lighting.

AK797 · 13 April 2015, 02:43 AM

I'd make the switch, esp with Summer coming, then flip back to the black Subc for winter.

tkerrmd · 13 April 2015, 02:45 AM

I would keep the new one or go to the new LV, just the clasp alone is so much better

mailman · 13 April 2015, 02:57 AM

I did just that. Went from a 116610LN to a 16610LV. Five months later I went back to the 116610LN

Shopguy · 13 April 2015, 03:20 AM

Don't swap. Add.
The Subc is a fabulous watch, and I wear mine daily. Unless I wear my D serial Coke GMT. Some days I wear both.
The difference between them is huge, and I like aspects of the old oyster bracelet, and the new one. The old style fits one's wrist very well ( 7 1/4 inch )
and it wears "lighter".
But the new latch - it's like closing the hatch on a battleship, or closing the action on a Mauser rifle. It sounds like "I'm ready".
One isn't really better than the other, just different, and you should experience both over time. So add the anniversary Sub, or a GMT, when you can, to the Subc, which I think you should keep. Especially as you've only owned it for such a short time.

clock · 13 April 2015, 03:55 AM

Minty, complete Anniversary LV's will get more difficult to find and pricing will also go up. The new ceramics will be around.

SemperFi · 13 April 2015, 04:07 AM

Keep the Sub.

captainnice · 13 April 2015, 04:19 AM

Keep what you have

watchwatcher · 13 April 2015, 04:26 AM

Keep what you have. Down the road, get an LV and put a subc bracelet on it.

arinsd · 13 April 2015, 05:02 AM

Looks like the consensus is to keep the 116610LN.

Maybe I'll add later instead of flip. Damn these watches it's my first one and I'm thinking about what to add or flip or should I save for an exploer II to put on a NATO.

My wife is starting not to like this forum! Haha

Thatguy · 13 April 2015, 06:03 AM

Yup keep and start saving.

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jamesbondOO7 · 13 April 2015, 06:06 AM

Go for the 16610 LV. A much better balanced design.

Psmith · 13 April 2015, 06:16 AM

Stick with what you have. Flipping can be a slippery slope, plus I would not go back to the old clasp and bracelet. Save and add is a better strategy.

cht · 13 April 2015, 06:20 AM

keep your watch, do some research and learn how to remove your bezel, and buy this green one so you can switch back and forth!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HIGH-QUA...item19fd126de0

shorty12 · 13 April 2015, 06:36 AM

I did exactly what you are talking about... 116610LN (random serial black ceramic submariner) to 16610LV (M serial green steel submariner), and a year later I still would not consider trading back.

Only thing is if you are considering doing this, make sure you find a very good condition example that is either unpolished or correctly polished with a band that has as little wear as possible.

The green insert with black dial is definitely usable as a everyday watch. The only problem I have with mine is a like it too much that I need to buy another watch that isn't as unique so I don't beat it up because they are getting harder to find in good condition.

Mak2013 · 13 April 2015, 06:40 AM

If you are a one watch guy, no brainer here.
Keep the sub date 116610. Most versatile watch imho

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shorty12 · 13 April 2015, 06:40 AM

i think best option is keep the ceramic sub and spend some time saving and searching for the right LV

GB-man · 13 April 2015, 06:43 AM

Go for hulk. The green dial looks black at times. It has so much play in it. One of Rolex best dials IMHO. Not the true LV anniversary, but a cool watch with modern features.

arinsd · 13 April 2015, 06:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shorty12

I did exactly what you are talking about... 116610LN (random serial black ceramic submariner) to 16610LV (M serial green steel submariner), and a year later I still would not consider trading back.

Only thing is if you are considering doing this, make sure you find a very good condition example that is either unpolished or correctly polished with a band that has as little wear as possible.

The green insert with black dial is definitely usable as a everyday watch. The only problem I have with mine is a like it too much that I need to buy another watch that isn't as unique so I don't beat it up because they are getting harder to find in good condition.

Shorty12.. Do you ever feel like it won't match the clothing you have on?

brettpaul · 13 April 2015, 06:57 AM

Keep the LN, buy the LV and put the Glidelock on the LV! Worked for me!!

shorty12 · 13 April 2015, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arinsd

Shorty12.. Do you ever feel like it won't match the clothing you have on?

No, its a small enough amount of color, and the later LV's had a really nice shade of green that has never been a problem. I never question it as a daily watch. the newer ceramic green with green dial however, I'm not sure I would be happy with as an only watch.

The band is just as nice and comfortable as the new glidelock if you get one that has been taken care of (washed occasionally)

Both new and classic are really nice, which is why i said best option is to try for both. But if I could have only one (and currently do) it would be the classic LV sub for sure

arinsd · 13 April 2015, 07:16 AM

Shorty... You're right in person the later 16610LV has a nice deep green.

I think I'll keep my LN for now and try to add the LV later on. That LV just really pulls on my heart stings!

13 April 2015, 01:25 AM	#1
arinsd "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: So. Cal Watch: 116610LN Posts: 835	Thoughts… 116610LN to 16610LV So I been wearing my new SubC 116610 day and night for about a week and it really is a gorgeous watch! But, I keep looking at the 16610V (green bezel black dial) sub. When I was shopping for my first Rolex I saw a mint pre-owned anniversary sub and was in shock at how nice the black on green looked. Also, the 16610LV is a tad more rare in the wild and may set you apart from other Rolex owners. Then again I love the upgraded clasp, ceramic bezel, and lume on my brand new 116610LN. Its so hard! So my question is: Since this will be my only Rolex for quite a long time, would it be more reasonable to keep my brand new 116610LN as it may be more versatile for clothing and any occasion OR trade/sell it for a 16610LV? Input from owners of both would be greatly appreciated.

13 April 2015, 01:57 AM	#8
ETV888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: UK Posts: 9	I don't have the anniversary edition but got the subc LV and LN. The LV does look that bit extra special Attached Images

13 April 2015, 02:57 AM	#12
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	I did just that. Went from a 116610LN to a 16610LV. Five months later I went back to the 116610LN __________________ JJ

13 April 2015, 03:20 AM	#13
Shopguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Canada Watch: Black Submariner Posts: 185	Don't swap. Add. The Subc is a fabulous watch, and I wear mine daily. Unless I wear my D serial Coke GMT. Some days I wear both. The difference between them is huge, and I like aspects of the old oyster bracelet, and the new one. The old style fits one's wrist very well ( 7 1/4 inch ) and it wears "lighter". But the new latch - it's like closing the hatch on a battleship, or closing the action on a Mauser rifle. It sounds like "I'm ready". One isn't really better than the other, just different, and you should experience both over time. So add the anniversary Sub, or a GMT, when you can, to the Subc, which I think you should keep. Especially as you've only owned it for such a short time. Attached Images

13 April 2015, 06:06 AM	#20
jamesbondOO7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: BondJamesBond Location: The Algarve Watch: Rolex or nothing Posts: 4,081	Go for the 16610 LV. A much better balanced design. __________________ ♛ 5-digit Rolex or nothing ♛

13 April 2015, 01:33 AM	#2
captkevin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Florida Watch: Subs Posts: 689	It's a great watch I had one. I'd keep what you have or consider the 116610lv

13 April 2015, 01:35 AM	#3
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	keep your Sub-C and get the LV.

13 April 2015, 01:38 AM	#5
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	I'd keep the subc

13 April 2015, 01:47 AM	#6
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	The LV is great but I'd stay with the 116610.

13 April 2015, 02:43 AM	#10
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I'd make the switch, esp with Summer coming, then flip back to the black Subc for winter.

13 April 2015, 02:45 AM	#11
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	I would keep the new one or go to the new LV, just the clasp alone is so much better

13 April 2015, 03:55 AM	#14
clock Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in a house Posts: 13,510	Minty, complete Anniversary LV's will get more difficult to find and pricing will also go up. The new ceramics will be around.

13 April 2015, 04:07 AM	#15
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Keep the Sub.

13 April 2015, 04:19 AM	#16
captainnice Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Dennis Location: Aliso Viejo, Ca Watch: Timex Posts: 668	Keep what you have

13 April 2015, 04:26 AM	#17
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Keep what you have. Down the road, get an LV and put a subc bracelet on it.

13 April 2015, 05:02 AM	#18
arinsd "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: So. Cal Watch: 116610LN Posts: 835	Looks like the consensus is to keep the 116610LN. Maybe I'll add later instead of flip. Damn these watches it's my first one and I'm thinking about what to add or flip or should I save for an exploer II to put on a NATO. My wife is starting not to like this forum! Haha

13 April 2015, 06:03 AM	#19
Thatguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Wayne Location: California Watch: Rolex, PAM Posts: 3,302	Yup keep and start saving. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 April 2015, 06:16 AM	#21
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Stick with what you have. Flipping can be a slippery slope, plus I would not go back to the old clasp and bracelet. Save and add is a better strategy. __________________

13 April 2015, 06:20 AM	#22
cht 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: San antonio, TX Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,143	keep your watch, do some research and learn how to remove your bezel, and buy this green one so you can switch back and forth! http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HIGH-QUA...item19fd126de0

13 April 2015, 06:36 AM	#23
shorty12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: USA Posts: 140	I did exactly what you are talking about... 116610LN (random serial black ceramic submariner) to 16610LV (M serial green steel submariner), and a year later I still would not consider trading back. Only thing is if you are considering doing this, make sure you find a very good condition example that is either unpolished or correctly polished with a band that has as little wear as possible. The green insert with black dial is definitely usable as a everyday watch. The only problem I have with mine is a like it too much that I need to buy another watch that isn't as unique so I don't beat it up because they are getting harder to find in good condition.

13 April 2015, 06:40 AM	#24
Mak2013 Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Charlotte, NC Watch: Rolex 14060M Posts: 681	If you are a one watch guy, no brainer here. Keep the sub date 116610. Most versatile watch imho Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 April 2015, 06:43 AM	#26
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Go for hulk. The green dial looks black at times. It has so much play in it. One of Rolex best dials IMHO. Not the true LV anniversary, but a cool watch with modern features.

13 April 2015, 06:57 AM	#28
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	Keep the LN, buy the LV and put the Glidelock on the LV! Worked for me!! __________________ Photostream on Instagram brett_in_bahrain

13 April 2015, 07:16 AM	#30
arinsd "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: So. Cal Watch: 116610LN Posts: 835	Shorty... You're right in person the later 16610LV has a nice deep green. I think I'll keep my LN for now and try to add the LV later on. That LV just really pulls on my heart stings!

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