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Loevhagen · 10 December 2016, 06:30 AM

Both have design elements I like - and dislike. Hard to sanction which one. I shall choose one, though. :)

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Sublover2166 · 10 December 2016, 07:09 AM

New model all the way. More overall gold, solid bracelet, glide lock clasp, AR coating under cyclops. No comparison for me,

crowncollection · 10 December 2016, 07:14 AM

I like the older shape of the case

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weeone · 10 December 2016, 07:14 AM

I commented on your IG pic too. I would take the newer. I'm just not one for vintage. The newer case, maxi dial, bigger crown guards, and even clearer date (which is probably just because it's new), do it for me.

TitanCi · 10 December 2016, 07:15 AM

^what he said.

If I was in your position for purchasing power, 116618 hands down

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weeone · 10 December 2016, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by TitanCi

^what he said.

If I was in your position for purchasing power, 116618 hands down

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She (unless you were replying to first commenter).

TitanCi · 10 December 2016, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by weeone

She (unless you were replying to first commenter).

Lol sorry, I think we all posted at the exact time. I was referring to the first reply.

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MonBK · 10 December 2016, 07:18 AM

I went with this.

weeone · 10 December 2016, 07:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TitanCi

Lol sorry, I think we all posted at the exact time. I was referring to the first reply.

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Haha, all good! I had a feeling we all replied at the same time. Cheers on the same opinion! Carry on.

watchwatcher · 10 December 2016, 07:24 AM

I went with this one. Love it!

LuminousMaximus · 10 December 2016, 07:25 AM

You need more Cow Bell...

Lordofrolex · 10 December 2016, 07:38 AM

Newer not only because of the pros but also price. The problem with 16618 is the price is a little inflated. Might as well save a little more and get the 116618.

By the way love the 116618 and hoping to buy one soon.

Castiel · 10 December 2016, 07:42 AM

116618

RichM · 10 December 2016, 07:45 AM

116618

BNA/LION · 10 December 2016, 07:50 AM

116618 but if a good deal was to be had on a 16618 I would jump on it!

ronricks · 10 December 2016, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sublover2166

New model all the way. More overall gold, solid bracelet, glide lock clasp, AR coating under cyclops. No comparison for me,

This.

droptopman · 10 December 2016, 08:09 AM

Cannot believe I am going to say this...go with the 6 digit.

For the most part been a die hard 4 and 5 digit guy.

Recently was on the fence over a 16613 VS 116613. A friend and fellow collector talked me into the 6 digit and I am really impressed with the new features. I have had 3 of the 16613's over the years and one was a daily wearer for a long time so have plenty of experience with the 5 digit model. The solid link bracelet, glidelock, maxi dial/hands, and the color of the ceramic insert are just awesome on the new model. Hands down prefer it much more than the 5 digit. I never liked the maxi cases until I wore one for a while. The other features win out over the case preference for me.

Loevhagen · 10 December 2016, 08:45 AM

Thanks for your valuable input. I went the way my watch heart pointed; classic look and not the objective "how much gold can you get". :)

Those stickers are sure reaching their LC.

Image by Ocrolexguy.

Daytonaman799 · 10 December 2016, 09:08 AM

GREAT choice. Love the older model more...nicer deeper dial and less clunky case. Enjoy it!

Flstfirider · 10 December 2016, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sublover2166

New model all the way. More overall gold, solid bracelet, glide lock clasp, AR coating under cyclops. No comparison for me,

The bracelets have been solid on the 16618 since the early '90s.

kilyung · 10 December 2016, 10:14 AM

Glidelock makes a big difference to me

AK797 · 10 December 2016, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

I went with this one. Love it!

Loevhagen · 10 December 2016, 10:19 AM

The 6-digit version just seems a tad - too much.

Flstfirider · 10 December 2016, 10:27 AM

No wrong choice, enjoy your new 16618!

sechsgang · 10 December 2016, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Loevhagen

The 6-digit version just seems a tad - too much.

Agreed, I like both, but the older one has a little something else character-wise to it.

Sublover2166 · 10 December 2016, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flstfirider

The bracelets have been solid on the 16618 since the early '90s.

O.K., thanks for the clarification....but, besides the bracelet, the 6 digit model is superior, IMO. Once you get accustomed to the glide lock clasp, anti-reflective coating under the cyclops, beefier case with more gold content, maxi hour markers, ceramic bezel insert, larger bezel ring, I humbly say the 116618 is the clear winner.

mailman · 10 December 2016, 09:00 PM

Little late here. Glad you went with your heart Bjorn. Both have features I like. Both do the same thing, that's tell the time and look great doing it. An NOS five digit model will be harder to come by in the future. If you find it doesn't work for you, easy enough to flip for the ceramic version. Looking forward to it's arrival

Onikage · 10 December 2016, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Loevhagen

Thanks for your valuable input. I went the way my watch heart pointed; classic look and not the objective "how much gold can you get". :)

Those stickers are sure reaching their LC.

Image by Ocrolexguy.

Well done. What a stunner.

The date wheel should be cream coloured, you might want to check before you buy.

Loevhagen · 10 December 2016, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Onikage

Well done. What a stunner.

The date wheel should be cream coloured, you might want to check before you buy.

Thanks.

It is indeed cream colored - it's just me whitening it for the IG feed. ;)

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Flstfirider · 10 December 2016, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Onikage

Well done. What a stunner.

The date wheel should be cream coloured, you might want to check before you buy.

I don't see anything wrong with the date wheel, the color is consistent with the color of my 16618 Z series (engraved rehaute).

10 December 2016, 06:30 AM	#1
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,941	Buying YG - so 16618 or 116618? Both have design elements I like - and dislike. Hard to sanction which one. I shall choose one, though. :) Images by Ocrolexguy.

10 December 2016, 07:14 AM	#3
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	I like the older shape of the case Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

10 December 2016, 07:18 AM	#8
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	I went with this. Attached Images

10 December 2016, 07:24 AM	#10
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	I went with this one. Love it! Attached Images

10 December 2016, 07:25 AM	#11
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10 December 2016, 07:09 AM	#2
Sublover2166 Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: John Location: Manassas,Virginia Watch: Ol'Bluesy & Hulk Posts: 2,871	New model all the way. More overall gold, solid bracelet, glide lock clasp, AR coating under cyclops. No comparison for me,

10 December 2016, 07:14 AM	#4
weeone "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: NJ/PA Watch: Omega PO 37.5 Posts: 278	I commented on your IG pic too. I would take the newer. I'm just not one for vintage. The newer case, maxi dial, bigger crown guards, and even clearer date (which is probably just because it's new), do it for me.

10 December 2016, 07:15 AM	#5
TitanCi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: California Posts: 555	^what he said. If I was in your position for purchasing power, 116618 hands down Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 December 2016, 07:38 AM	#12
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	Newer not only because of the pros but also price. The problem with 16618 is the price is a little inflated. Might as well save a little more and get the 116618. By the way love the 116618 and hoping to buy one soon. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

10 December 2016, 07:42 AM	#13
Castiel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Jim Location: California Posts: 432	116618

10 December 2016, 07:45 AM	#14
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10 December 2016, 07:50 AM	#15
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10 December 2016, 08:09 AM	#17
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	Cannot believe I am going to say this...go with the 6 digit. For the most part been a die hard 4 and 5 digit guy. Recently was on the fence over a 16613 VS 116613. A friend and fellow collector talked me into the 6 digit and I am really impressed with the new features. I have had 3 of the 16613's over the years and one was a daily wearer for a long time so have plenty of experience with the 5 digit model. The solid link bracelet, glidelock, maxi dial/hands, and the color of the ceramic insert are just awesome on the new model. Hands down prefer it much more than the 5 digit. I never liked the maxi cases until I wore one for a while. The other features win out over the case preference for me.

10 December 2016, 08:45 AM	#18
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,941	Thanks for your valuable input. I went the way my watch heart pointed; classic look and not the objective "how much gold can you get". :) Those stickers are sure reaching their LC. Image by Ocrolexguy.

10 December 2016, 09:08 AM	#19
Daytonaman799 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC/South Fl Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 3,693	GREAT choice. Love the older model more...nicer deeper dial and less clunky case. Enjoy it!

10 December 2016, 10:14 AM	#21
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Glidelock makes a big difference to me

10 December 2016, 10:19 AM	#23
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,941	The 6-digit version just seems a tad - too much.

10 December 2016, 10:27 AM	#24
Flstfirider 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Auburn, AL Watch: Rolex, Tudor Posts: 1,139	No wrong choice, enjoy your new 16618!

10 December 2016, 09:00 PM	#27
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	Little late here. Glad you went with your heart Bjorn. Both have features I like. Both do the same thing, that's tell the time and look great doing it. An NOS five digit model will be harder to come by in the future. If you find it doesn't work for you, easy enough to flip for the ceramic version. Looking forward to it's arrival __________________ JJ

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