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Old 25 March 2017, 04:51 AM   #1
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Loving these 5 digit references. Here are some pics :=)
114270 full set unpolished V serial
16570 full set unpolished V serial
16610lv full set nos Z serial
And the blnr :)

I know the explorer is not technically 5 digits but I think it wears like them and very well could be at 36mm. These older pieces have given me a brand new appreciation for Rolex watches.
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Old 25 March 2017, 04:53 AM   #2
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Nice pics Josh I want a Kermit.....
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Old 25 March 2017, 04:56 AM   #3
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Old 25 March 2017, 04:56 AM   #4
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Old 25 March 2017, 05:00 AM   #5
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5 Digits will continue to become more desirable - more so now than before.
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Old 25 March 2017, 05:08 AM   #6
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5digit is nice. The bracelets feel cheap tho which is why I'm a 6-digit fan. Nice pics
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Old 25 March 2017, 05:11 AM   #7
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Everybody going for 5 digits these days ! Have they become part of the vintage craze now


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Old 25 March 2017, 05:12 AM   #8
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5 Digits will continue to become more desirable - more so now than before.
Agree 100%

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Old 25 March 2017, 05:44 AM   #9
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5 Digits will continue to become more desirable - more so now than before.
Yep....I think the more Rolex holds back on newer releases (lack of Coke/Pepsi GMT in stainless etc) in terms of digging on nostalgia....the more 5 digits will get out of control in terms of desirability. Cool shot OP.
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Old 25 March 2017, 05:51 AM   #11
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Love my five digit Daytona...
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Old 25 March 2017, 05:55 AM   #12
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why does everyone love 5 digit so much all of a sudden? 6 digit is light years ahead (clasp especially)
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Old 25 March 2017, 06:05 AM   #13
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why does everyone love 5 digit so much all of a sudden? 6 digit is light years ahead (clasp especially)
I tried every 6 digit sports model and got in this game as the 5 digits were fazing out around 2010 so I wanted to see what I missed. In my opinion I missed the last generation of Rolex tool watches. I can forgive the clasp becaause it is thin and comfortable and has around 7 holes of adjustment........7.........you need to buy a submariner with glidelock to get anywhere near that these days. Highly underestimated feature on these older models.
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i like having the adjustability on the fly. That's my only rationale for not going with a 5 digit...

If it wasn't for that, there are a few I would like.

Even when I had my 16622 and a 16613, I just couldn't get A good fit
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Old 25 March 2017, 07:00 AM   #15
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the glidelock is amazing. However, do you guys actually use it regularly? I don't think I've ever actually used it, nor have it ever changed the holes on my kermit. I just "set it and forget it"
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Very nice!
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Wow. You put my phone pics to shame
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what an awesome pic!
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Was actually gonna say, get you a bowl full of that (in response to Loevhagan's pic)....but quoted the wrong post. I'm liking your latest collection iteration as well.
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Now that is a sumptuous meal!
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why does everyone love 5 digit so much all of a sudden? 6 digit is light years ahead (clasp especially)
It's the design. Many (myself included) greatlly enjoy the aesthetics of the older models. I even love the styling of the old clasp. The modern pieces are beautiful in their own way, but are much flashier, and that's why I find myself holding back on the 6 digit sports models.

At the end of the day it's purely personal preference, there is no right or wrong and they are all great watches.
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I tried every 6 digit sports model and got in this game as the 5 digits were fazing out around 2010 so I wanted to see what I missed. In my opinion I missed the last generation of Rolex tool watches. I can forgive the clasp becaause it is thin and comfortable and has around 7 holes of adjustment........7.........you need to buy a submariner with glidelock to get anywhere near that these days. Highly underestimated feature on these older models.
Well put Josh Great trio of 5 digits you have there

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