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JParm · 10 March 2018, 01:00 AM

Interested in either a sub or GMT, not two-tone. I have a 16710 pepsi and also the Hulk. Love both, and if I were to get another steal piece, it would most likely be a 4-digit. But now I'm thinking gold...

What are your thoughts here? Is the 6-digit that much heavier? Is it too much, as in does it scream "look at me!" a little too loudly? For the 5-digit, does it seem to have a bit too much of the 90's vibe / look? Just questions, so don't shoot me! I just don't know if the 4-5k premium for a 6-digit warrants it, but I'm interested to know your thoughts.

watchwatcher · 10 March 2018, 02:02 AM

It's not about looks, it's about wearability...for me, anyway.

With fewer permanent links and adjustable clasp (glide lock for the sub, and easy link for the GMT), the 6 digit wins every time.

zjd168 · 10 March 2018, 02:23 AM

6-digit. I am in the newer-is-better camp, with exception to very few collectible models

henrylee · 10 March 2018, 02:28 AM

For gold I would get a 6 digit.

antbkny · 10 March 2018, 02:28 AM

6 digit sub with glidelock!

Maiden · 10 March 2018, 02:29 AM

I love the six digit models and prefer them all the way in SS. I get where you are coming from on PM though. I think the five digit gold subs look more elegant and refined in solid gold. Love the "vibe" you are talking about. If you love the vibe more than the technical superiority of the 6 digit, by all means get the 5. I probably would.

tomchicago · 10 March 2018, 02:34 AM

Presuming you're talking about yellow gold? I strongly prefer the design sensibility of 5 digits over the clunkier 6. But, it really depends on the specific piece you find available. With gold professional series, I would avoid ones that look like they were daily wearers in either generation. If you find a very tight 5 digit gold piece, I say go for that over a 6. I think 5 digit gold subs are great.

AK797 · 10 March 2018, 03:19 AM

6 digits, not much difference in loudness but glidelock makes it easy to have a good fit.

JParm · 10 March 2018, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

6 digits, not much difference in loudness but glidelock makes it easy to have a good fit.

Just beautiful

yannis · 10 March 2018, 05:59 AM

6 digit!

Bigblu10 · 10 March 2018, 06:04 AM

116618LB. It is a great watch and I love mine. If you plan to keep it, buy new. You can get 25% off with the more established trusted sellers.

BrazenC5 · 10 March 2018, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

6 digits, not much difference in loudness but glidelock makes it easy to have a good fit.

I tried on both the blue and black dial in YG...such a tough decision, both amazing!

AK797 · 10 March 2018, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by BrazenC5

I tried on both the blue and black dial in YG...such a tough decision, both amazing!

I went in thinking black and came out decided on the blue, the sunburst was just too thrilling.

Loevhagen · 10 March 2018, 08:27 AM

6-digit is nice.

Anyone with money can buy it.

5-digit is better. IMHO.

The latter is more of an acquired taste - and a more difficult find / search to find the right watch. :)

Etschell · 10 March 2018, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Loevhagen

6-digit is nice.

Anyone with money can buy it.

5-digit is better. IMHO.

The latter is more of an acquired taste - and a more difficult find / search to find the right watch. :)

i prefer this one tbh. especially with rehaut engraving.

FSUGeoff · 10 March 2018, 10:04 AM

As someone who's first Rolex was a six digit, I don't think I could ever get a non-ceramic model unless like other have said, its a collectors item. For me the other exception is a birth year sub, on a strap.

douglasf13 · 10 March 2018, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Loevhagen

6-digit is nice.

Anyone with money can buy it.

5-digit is better. IMHO.

The latter is more of an acquired taste - and a more difficult find / search to find the right watch. :)

Yeah, I pretty much can't imagine not picking that one. Nice!

Loevhagen · 10 March 2018, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by FSUGeoff

For me the other exception is a birth year sub, on a strap.

What year?

FSUGeoff · 10 March 2018, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Loevhagen

What year?

1984, looking for a no date

Also just got a D-Blue this month, so I'm not looking too hard while the bank account recovers

THC · 10 March 2018, 10:07 AM

If you shop around a lot, you will find the prices between 5 and 6 digits are very close, so six digit for more bracelet weight and durability, imo.

Loevhagen · 10 March 2018, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by FSUGeoff

1984, looking for a no date

OK, but this thread is for a date YG.

DoctorA · 10 March 2018, 12:23 PM

6 digit for me. The look, comfort, thicker lugs, larger crown guards, ceramic bezel...... etc makes the 6 digit (to me) way better than 5 digit

101031-28 · 10 March 2018, 12:37 PM

As much as I love (and own both) 5 digit Subs/GMTs in YG, the 6 digit gets my vote.
The redesigned case/bracelet/clasp, make for one heck of a watch, comfortable to wear and with unquestionable wrist presence. It's a joy to wear and to look at each and every time for me! If I may suggest (if this is your first PM Rolex and money is not an issue).. Go with a 116618, sunburst blue dial. It's a stunning piece!

yoast · 10 March 2018, 12:39 PM

Vintage with nipple dial

RollieRoll · 10 March 2018, 04:46 PM

6 digit without a doubt for all the reasons already mentioned 🥂

MaxBaxter · 13 March 2018, 06:06 AM

6 digits will be the best

mikeps2006 · 13 March 2018, 06:10 AM

6 digit. Much improved and feels much better and solid on the wrist.

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superstarmar · 13 March 2018, 06:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

6 digits, not much difference in loudness but glidelock makes it easy to have a good fit.

Quote:

Originally Posted by [email protected]

Just beautiful

That’s the one...

Onikage · 13 March 2018, 06:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Loevhagen

6-digit is nice.

Anyone with money can buy it.

5-digit is better. IMHO.

The latter is more of an acquired taste - and a more difficult find / search to find the right watch. :)

Perfect.

WJGESQ · 13 March 2018, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by [email protected]

Interested in either a sub or GMT, not two-tone. I have a 16710 pepsi and also the Hulk. Love both, and if I were to get another steal piece, it would most likely be a 4-digit. But now I'm thinking gold...

What are your thoughts here? Is the 6-digit that much heavier? Is it too much, as in does it scream "look at me!" a little too loudly? For the 5-digit, does it seem to have a bit too much of the 90's vibe / look? Just questions, so don't shoot me! I just don't know if the 4-5k premium for a 6-digit warrants it, but I'm interested to know your thoughts.

Six. Ceramic all day.

10 March 2018, 01:00 AM	#1
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,568	Looking for 1st gold Rolex - 5-digit or 6-digit? Interested in either a sub or GMT, not two-tone. I have a 16710 pepsi and also the Hulk. Love both, and if I were to get another steal piece, it would most likely be a 4-digit. But now I'm thinking gold... What are your thoughts here? Is the 6-digit that much heavier? Is it too much, as in does it scream "look at me!" a little too loudly? For the 5-digit, does it seem to have a bit too much of the 90's vibe / look? Just questions, so don't shoot me! I just don't know if the 4-5k premium for a 6-digit warrants it, but I'm interested to know your thoughts. __________________

10 March 2018, 02:28 AM	#4
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	For gold I would get a 6 digit. __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

10 March 2018, 02:29 AM	#6
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,652	I love the six digit models and prefer them all the way in SS. I get where you are coming from on PM though. I think the five digit gold subs look more elegant and refined in solid gold. Love the "vibe" you are talking about. If you love the vibe more than the technical superiority of the 6 digit, by all means get the 5. I probably would. __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

10 March 2018, 05:59 AM	#10
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	6 digit! __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

10 March 2018, 10:04 AM	#16
FSUGeoff "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Real Name: Geoffrey Location: Ft. Lauderdale Watch: the Noles Score! Posts: 638	As someone who's first Rolex was a six digit, I don't think I could ever get a non-ceramic model unless like other have said, its a collectors item. For me the other exception is a birth year sub, on a strap. __________________ Watches: 126600, 116610LV, 116660 D-Blue, 114060, Omega Speedmaster Professional, Breitling SuperOcean

10 March 2018, 02:02 AM	#2
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	It's not about looks, it's about wearability...for me, anyway. With fewer permanent links and adjustable clasp (glide lock for the sub, and easy link for the GMT), the 6 digit wins every time.

10 March 2018, 02:23 AM	#3
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	6-digit. I am in the newer-is-better camp, with exception to very few collectible models

10 March 2018, 02:28 AM	#5
antbkny "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Anthony Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Dblue Posts: 6,723	6 digit sub with glidelock!

10 March 2018, 02:34 AM	#7
tomchicago Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710BLRO, 214270. Posts: 2,717	Presuming you're talking about yellow gold? I strongly prefer the design sensibility of 5 digits over the clunkier 6. But, it really depends on the specific piece you find available. With gold professional series, I would avoid ones that look like they were daily wearers in either generation. If you find a very tight 5 digit gold piece, I say go for that over a 6. I think 5 digit gold subs are great.

10 March 2018, 03:19 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	6 digits, not much difference in loudness but glidelock makes it easy to have a good fit.

10 March 2018, 06:04 AM	#11
Bigblu10 Banned Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jaime Location: Here Posts: 5,606	116618LB. It is a great watch and I love mine. If you plan to keep it, buy new. You can get 25% off with the more established trusted sellers.

10 March 2018, 08:27 AM	#14
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,941	6-digit is nice. Anyone with money can buy it. 5-digit is better. IMHO. The latter is more of an acquired taste - and a more difficult find / search to find the right watch. :)

10 March 2018, 10:07 AM	#20
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,666	If you shop around a lot, you will find the prices between 5 and 6 digits are very close, so six digit for more bracelet weight and durability, imo.

10 March 2018, 12:23 PM	#22
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	6 digit for me. The look, comfort, thicker lugs, larger crown guards, ceramic bezel...... etc makes the 6 digit (to me) way better than 5 digit __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

10 March 2018, 12:37 PM	#23
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,764	As much as I love (and own both) 5 digit Subs/GMTs in YG, the 6 digit gets my vote. The redesigned case/bracelet/clasp, make for one heck of a watch, comfortable to wear and with unquestionable wrist presence. It's a joy to wear and to look at each and every time for me! If I may suggest (if this is your first PM Rolex and money is not an issue).. Go with a 116618, sunburst blue dial. It's a stunning piece! __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

10 March 2018, 12:39 PM	#24
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,288	Vintage with nipple dial __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

10 March 2018, 04:46 PM	#25
RollieRoll Banned Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: US Posts: 658	6 digit without a doubt for all the reasons already mentioned 🥂

13 March 2018, 06:06 AM	#26
MaxBaxter "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Orlando Posts: 11	6 digits will be the best

13 March 2018, 06:10 AM	#27
mikeps2006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: United States Posts: 875	6 digit. Much improved and feels much better and solid on the wrist. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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