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tough · 21 March 2016, 10:30 PM

Morning to all.
Have not purchased a watch for some time and looking for some suggestions.
I have a few modern Rolexes that need to leave the collection.
Even a 16710 and 16610LV don't get any wear any more, let alone the more modern.

For some reason, a simple matte dial vintage sports model is what I really prefer sporting.

I can't think of any reason to buy another vintage sub or another GMT.
I enjoy mine a lot, but want something different.

I would love to see your suggestions on what to get next.
Looking still for a sport model vintage Rolex.

Ideally under the $20K range.
I know that rids the Daytona out of the picture.
Perhaps another option is to wait till I could pull a Daytona off.

Like to hear your thoughts anyway. Feel free to suggest with pics from your collections also. Thanks

vintagehartmann · 21 March 2016, 10:36 PM

Either a 1016 or 1655?

donaker · 21 March 2016, 10:36 PM

Perhaps a 1655? Still very sporty but with a different look than either the GMT or Sub.

Or if Tudor is an option perhaps a big block as a Daytona alternative?

VerticalHorizon · 21 March 2016, 10:37 PM

Explorer 1016 would be a great choice!

RH9900 · 21 March 2016, 10:37 PM

Although you have all but ruled it out, I still believe a Daytona would be the best thing to complement the sub and gmt.

It's not quite vintage yet, but perhaps an early nineties zenith 16520 could be an option.

I think it's the ultimate trifecta. Covered for land, sea and air. Here are mine. However they are all 6 digit models

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brandrea · 21 March 2016, 11:24 PM

I'd wait till you can do the Daytona.

tough · 22 March 2016, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vintagehartmann

Either a 1016 or 1655?

Both good options in fact.
Tried the 1016 gilt dial, and though I liked the look it was just on the smaller side for my wrists.
It is a cool watch otherwise. Surprising the prices of it didnt hike as much as other gilts (sub,GMT). Perhaps due to size?

Quote:

Originally Posted by donaker

Perhaps a 1655? Still very sporty but with a different look than either the GMT or Sub.

Or if Tudor is an option perhaps a big block as a Daytona alternative?

1655. Never considered it but a very good option. Thanks!
I do not like that tudor.

Quote:

Originally Posted by VerticalHorizon

Explorer 1016 would be a great choice!

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by RH9900

Although you have all but ruled it out, I still believe a Daytona would be the best thing to complement the sub and gmt.

It's not quite vintage yet, but perhaps an early nineties zenith 16520 could be an option.

I think it's the ultimate trifecta. Covered for land, sea and air. Here are mine. However they are all 6 digit models

Sent using Tapatalk

Nice threesome!
I don't know how else to say but that modern Rolexes do not have the same appeal.

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I'd wait till you can do the Daytona.

This does seem like a good option. Thanks

tjbender · 22 March 2016, 12:19 AM

In the sports genre I'd be looking at a really nice cream 1655. If you could wait it out and keep saving a nice 6263 would be killer.

Dr.Smellody · 22 March 2016, 12:56 AM

More and different subs! Regardless, there is NO wrong decision in my opinion.

Toronto Soup King · 22 March 2016, 01:10 AM

For me I went with a 1016, a 1018, and a 16570 along with the 5513 and 1675. I now have a Rolex for all occasions IMO

Robbyvm · 22 March 2016, 01:25 AM

depends on wha sub you have...
5512 could be a nice addition
1680 White or Red ?
1665 SD wears totaly different
1655 is nice and, sub-like and very under the radar
No crown guard sub 5508 ?

there are so many options out there.....

junbug5150 · 22 March 2016, 01:27 AM

1016 all the way for me.

droptopman · 22 March 2016, 02:11 AM

I am in a similar situation. My collection keeps aging as I do. Have very little love for the modern Rolex other than to look at them.
I have a gilt 1966 5513, 1970 1675, 1967 1002 and a 16570 from 2000. The 1002 is really the wife's. The 16570 will get moved to a vintage soon.
I love the look of a 1665 but it just does not wear good on me. Sits to high. Tried a 1016 before and also did not like the smaller size.

So the most logical choice is a 1655 or a 6263/6265...or ideally both

Frogman4me · 22 March 2016, 02:23 AM

Blue Tudor Snowflake is a great option IMO and very different.
The 5512/13 or 1680 depending on if your current sub has a date. 1665 is always a good option and under 20k you can get a nice rail dial. Can't go wrong with a 1680 red of course. Many options my friend, you're in a good position, best wishes.

yoast · 22 March 2016, 02:31 AM

1655 or wait for the Daytona are what I believe your best options

Max72 · 22 March 2016, 02:41 AM

1655 and then a Daytona

gtnator · 22 March 2016, 02:42 AM

DSSD or Daytona

donaker · 22 March 2016, 02:55 AM

Or for something even more varied, maybe a polar 16550 like this one:

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=462583

goog53 · 22 March 2016, 03:30 AM

This...

Karbo · 22 March 2016, 03:40 AM

6263 and 1665

speedolex · 22 March 2016, 04:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tough

Ideally under the $20K range.

Perhaps another option is to wait till I could pull a Daytona off.

Not so fast.

While not a vintage watch, the 2016 Daytona with its black bezel is a very nice and modern homage to the original vintage classic and far more affordable too.

That's what I'm going to rock come this Fall.

05carbondrz · 22 March 2016, 06:12 AM

1665 Great White Sea Dweller,No doubt.

springer · 22 March 2016, 06:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Max72

1655 and then a Daytona

These two would be great options if one was looking for something different besides a Sub or GMT.

sishac · 22 March 2016, 09:57 AM

How about a Tudor Snowflake? Or maybe a Fresscione (sp) 1655?

strafer_kid · 23 March 2016, 07:34 AM

Explorer 1655!

21 March 2016, 10:30 PM	#1
tough "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Everywhere Posts: 233	1 Sub and 1 Gmt. What next? Morning to all. Have not purchased a watch for some time and looking for some suggestions. I have a few modern Rolexes that need to leave the collection. Even a 16710 and 16610LV don't get any wear any more, let alone the more modern. For some reason, a simple matte dial vintage sports model is what I really prefer sporting. I can't think of any reason to buy another vintage sub or another GMT. I enjoy mine a lot, but want something different. I would love to see your suggestions on what to get next. Looking still for a sport model vintage Rolex. Ideally under the $20K range. I know that rids the Daytona out of the picture. Perhaps another option is to wait till I could pull a Daytona off. Like to hear your thoughts anyway. Feel free to suggest with pics from your collections also. Thanks

21 March 2016, 10:36 PM	#2
vintagehartmann "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Stuttgart Posts: 548	Have you considered an Explorer? Either a 1016 or 1655? Attached Images

21 March 2016, 10:36 PM	#3
donaker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Canada Watch: Dad's 5508 Posts: 355	Perhaps a 1655? Still very sporty but with a different look than either the GMT or Sub. Or if Tudor is an option perhaps a big block as a Daytona alternative? __________________

21 March 2016, 10:37 PM	#4
VerticalHorizon "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Canada Watch: 16710 Posts: 207	Explorer 1016 would be a great choice! __________________ 18038 \| 16710 x 2 \| 216570 \| 214270 \| 14000 \| 79220N \| 79280P x 2 \| 3572.50 \| 3576.50

21 March 2016, 10:37 PM	#5
RH9900 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Toronto/ London Watch: SubC, BLNR, speedy Posts: 142	Although you have all but ruled it out, I still believe a Daytona would be the best thing to complement the sub and gmt. It's not quite vintage yet, but perhaps an early nineties zenith 16520 could be an option. I think it's the ultimate trifecta. Covered for land, sea and air. Here are mine. However they are all 6 digit models Sent using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex 114060 Submariner • 116610LVc Submariner Date • 116710BLNR GMT Master II • 116520 Cosmograph Daytona • 116500 Cosmograph Daytona C Omega 3570.50 Speedmaster • Cosmic Moonphase circa 1950s • 18k bumper circa 1950s Audemars Piguet 26320 Royal Oak Chronograph Jaeger Le-Coultre 1538530 Master Control Chronograph

21 March 2016, 11:24 PM	#6
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,076	I'd wait till you can do the Daytona.

22 March 2016, 12:19 AM	#8
tjbender 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Tim Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 2,428	In the sports genre I'd be looking at a really nice cream 1655. If you could wait it out and keep saving a nice 6263 would be killer.

22 March 2016, 12:56 AM	#9
Dr.Smellody "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Salem, OR Posts: 5,414	More and different subs! Regardless, there is NO wrong decision in my opinion.

22 March 2016, 01:10 AM	#10
Toronto Soup King "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Pete Location: Toronto, Canada Watch: 1016. Posts: 694	For me I went with a 1016, a 1018, and a 16570 along with the 5513 and 1675. I now have a Rolex for all occasions IMO

22 March 2016, 01:25 AM	#11
Robbyvm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Belgium Posts: 2,239	depends on wha sub you have... 5512 could be a nice addition 1680 White or Red ? 1665 SD wears totaly different 1655 is nice and, sub-like and very under the radar No crown guard sub 5508 ? there are so many options out there..... __________________ Instagram : robbyvm Pinterest : robbyvanmele

22 March 2016, 01:27 AM	#12
junbug5150 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: TX Posts: 130	1016 all the way for me.

22 March 2016, 02:11 AM	#13
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	I am in a similar situation. My collection keeps aging as I do. Have very little love for the modern Rolex other than to look at them. I have a gilt 1966 5513, 1970 1675, 1967 1002 and a 16570 from 2000. The 1002 is really the wife's. The 16570 will get moved to a vintage soon. I love the look of a 1665 but it just does not wear good on me. Sits to high. Tried a 1016 before and also did not like the smaller size. So the most logical choice is a 1655 or a 6263/6265...or ideally both

22 March 2016, 02:23 AM	#14
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	Blue Tudor Snowflake is a great option IMO and very different. The 5512/13 or 1680 depending on if your current sub has a date. 1665 is always a good option and under 20k you can get a nice rail dial. Can't go wrong with a 1680 red of course. Many options my friend, you're in a good position, best wishes.

22 March 2016, 02:31 AM	#15
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,288	1655 or wait for the Daytona are what I believe your best options

22 March 2016, 02:41 AM	#16
Max72 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Explorer II 1655 Posts: 220	1655 and then a Daytona

22 March 2016, 02:42 AM	#17
gtnator 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: DSSD, SD43, Pepsi, Posts: 2,084	DSSD or Daytona

22 March 2016, 02:55 AM	#18
donaker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Canada Watch: Dad's 5508 Posts: 355	Or for something even more varied, maybe a polar 16550 like this one: https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=462583 __________________

22 March 2016, 03:30 AM	#19
goog53 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Mike G Location: Ohio Watch: Rolex-Patek-AP Posts: 3,076	This... Attached Images

22 March 2016, 03:40 AM	#20
Karbo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Paris, France Watch: Dayto/5164 Posts: 1,631	6263 and 1665 __________________ IG : @aka_karbo

22 March 2016, 06:12 AM	#22
05carbondrz Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: USA Posts: 2,030	1665 Great White Sea Dweller,No doubt.

22 March 2016, 09:57 AM	#24
sishac "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Wayne Watch: Rolex 5512 Posts: 142	How about a Tudor Snowflake? Or maybe a Fresscione (sp) 1655?

23 March 2016, 07:34 AM	#25
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,136	Explorer 1655!

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