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BLK · 21 January 2017, 12:43 PM

I'm ready for a sub but I can't decide between the old sub or the Sub C, I like the slim look of the old one but I also like all those new features on the Sub c.
Shool me please!

douglasf13 · 21 January 2017, 12:45 PM

I prefer the 16610. It's lighter, less bling-y, and has the classic Sub shape.

Watches are an anachronism. You don't need new "features." A lot of wearers like the new bracelet/Glidelock, but I think it's too heavy and bulky.

mfer · 21 January 2017, 12:47 PM

16610 black
116610lv green

There. Problem solved!

watchwatcher · 21 January 2017, 12:56 PM

Glide lock alone would swing it for me.

Chadridv · 21 January 2017, 01:00 PM

Here's generally what I've picked up on from sub owners after a few years of observation.

Bracelet - SubC Hands Down
Case Shape - Preference
Bezel/Material - Preference

I personally went from a 16610 to 116610(LV) and never looked back. As mentioned the bracelet and glidelock are on different levels of quality. I personally like the ceramic bezel much more, and the case shape while at first was my only hang up has become something i truly love about the watch.

I say 116610 for sure. You need to get both on the wrist though to be positive.

LuminousMaximus · 21 January 2017, 01:02 PM

Buy one if each, then give the one you like less to a relative

DramaTurtle · 21 January 2017, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfer

16610 black
116610lv green

There. Problem solved!

This is LITERALLY what I am doing. I own the Hulk and will be buying a black pre this year.

One quality that led me to the ceramic is the ever-famous glidelock bracelet.

AK797 · 21 January 2017, 01:07 PM

I like 6 and 4 digits.

Jim P · 21 January 2017, 01:17 PM

The ceramic bezel won't fad or get yucky.

Bigsykedaddy · 21 January 2017, 01:25 PM

I had to make the same decision when looking to buy a sub. After trying both on and seeing the upgrades of the 116610 sealed the deal for me. Those upgrades are just too good to pass up (IMO.) Also the 16610 felt a little "cheaper" to me, I think it was just the bracelet and the hollow end links. Either way you can't go wrong they're both great watches but I much prefer the 116610 and I've actually come to love the maxi case (I didn't like it much at first.)

nick c · 21 January 2017, 01:29 PM

5 digits for the win

Golfster · 21 January 2017, 01:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DramaTurtle

This is LITERALLY what I am doing. I own the Hulk and will be buying a black pre this year.

One quality that led me to the ceramic is the ever-famous glidelock bracelet.

This is what I have. I preferred the shape of the 16610 until I got the LV. Maybe it's the ceramic bezel, the bracelet, glidelock or all three, but I'm thinking about trading the 16610 for the 11610 to go with the Hulk.

Scapegoat · 21 January 2017, 01:35 PM

Has to be the modern Rolex reference. Perfectly constructed watch

douglasf13 · 21 January 2017, 01:39 PM

It's essentially a matter of air-cooled 911 vs water-cooled 911. A 996 checks a box in just about every performance and feature category, but I'd take the 993 all day.

mailman · 21 January 2017, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLK

I'm ready for a sub but I can't decide between the old sub or the Sub C, I like the slim look of the old one but I also like all those new features on the Sub c.
Shool me please!

Check out a 16610LV vs either 116610

swils8610 · 21 January 2017, 01:45 PM

Tough call. I prefer the case and lugs of the 16610. Wish I never sold mine. I wear the SD4k now. Oddly I do really like my 116613. The glidelock is purely amazing though.

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AzHadEnuf · 21 January 2017, 01:46 PM

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I like the one on the left. The one on the right seems to be very popular also.

BLK · 21 January 2017, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by douglasf13

It's essentially a matter of air-cooled 911 vs water-cooled 911. A 996 checks a box in just about every performance and feature category, but I'd take the 993 all day.

Good call, what is a fair value (2000 to 2005)for 16610 with box and paper?

BLK · 21 January 2017, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AzHadEnuf

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I like the one on the left. The one on the right seems to be very popular also.

I like the one on the left but I want a new watch.....!

Bigsykedaddy · 21 January 2017, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLK

I like the one on the left but I want a new watch.....!

For what it's worth at first I preferred the older style lugs but after owning the new sub I've really grown to prefer the new maxi case. Good luck, I'm sure you'll be happy with either one. I would recommend trying both on though.

douglasf13 · 21 January 2017, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLK

Good call, what is a fair value (2000 to 2005)for 16610 with box and paper?

It's been a few years since I bought one, so I'm not the person to ask. Check a trusted seller.

GB-man · 21 January 2017, 05:48 PM

I feel your pain. SDc is the closest you can get to an in between but it comes at the expense of less comfort.

Gerardus · 21 January 2017, 06:52 PM

I prefer only the latest 5 digit (+RRR and Random or G serie) over the SubC.
In other cases I would pick the SubC, but that is just me!

wuyeah · 21 January 2017, 08:30 PM

16610 looks better. It is tasteful and subtle over SubC

Robbyman · 21 January 2017, 08:32 PM

I've had the new.

My advice is go with the old.

Ste_J · 21 January 2017, 09:22 PM

5 digit case on a glidelock bracelet for the win

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Racerdj · 21 January 2017, 09:26 PM

For sure!

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Glide lock alone would swing it for me.

Gerry62 · 21 January 2017, 10:27 PM

Only one Sub ? Ceramic for me.

1William · 21 January 2017, 10:42 PM

I have owned both and way prefer the Sub-C. I like the case, lume and the Glidelock bracelet is the best anywhere. A perfect fit every time.

natosub · 21 January 2017, 11:28 PM

While the cleaner lines of the 5-digit are appealing, the 6-digits just ooze quality and feel more robust to me. SubC FTW

21 January 2017, 12:43 PM	#1
BLK "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Cooper Location: San Francisco Posts: 74	16610 vs 116610 I'm ready for a sub but I can't decide between the old sub or the Sub C, I like the slim look of the old one but I also like all those new features on the Sub c. Shool me please!

21 January 2017, 12:47 PM	#3
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	16610 black 116610lv green There. Problem solved! __________________ member#3242

21 January 2017, 01:00 PM	#5
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,351	Here's generally what I've picked up on from sub owners after a few years of observation. Bracelet - SubC Hands Down Case Shape - Preference Bezel/Material - Preference I personally went from a 16610 to 116610(LV) and never looked back. As mentioned the bracelet and glidelock are on different levels of quality. I personally like the ceramic bezel much more, and the case shape while at first was my only hang up has become something i truly love about the watch. I say 116610 for sure. You need to get both on the wrist though to be positive. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

21 January 2017, 01:02 PM	#6
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21 January 2017, 01:46 PM	#17
AzHadEnuf "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Ralph Location: Tucson, Arizona Watch: 6263,DJ,SUB,BB,THR Posts: 2,043	IMG_2669.JPG I like the one on the left. The one on the right seems to be very popular also. __________________ "The only reason for time is so that everything doesn't happen at once." -A. Einstein

21 January 2017, 12:45 PM	#2
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,618	I prefer the 16610. It's lighter, less bling-y, and has the classic Sub shape. Watches are an anachronism. You don't need new "features." A lot of wearers like the new bracelet/Glidelock, but I think it's too heavy and bulky.

21 January 2017, 12:56 PM	#4
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,574	Glide lock alone would swing it for me.

21 January 2017, 01:07 PM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,298	I like 6 and 4 digits.

21 January 2017, 01:17 PM	#9
Jim P "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Jim Location: Long Island, NY Watch: Sub,Exp1&2,YM,Milg Posts: 429	The ceramic bezel won't fad or get yucky.

21 January 2017, 01:25 PM	#10
Bigsykedaddy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Anthony Location: Florida Watch: LVc \| SubC Posts: 2,285	I had to make the same decision when looking to buy a sub. After trying both on and seeing the upgrades of the 116610 sealed the deal for me. Those upgrades are just too good to pass up (IMO.) Also the 16610 felt a little "cheaper" to me, I think it was just the bracelet and the hollow end links. Either way you can't go wrong they're both great watches but I much prefer the 116610 and I've actually come to love the maxi case (I didn't like it much at first.)

21 January 2017, 01:35 PM	#13
Scapegoat "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Lee Location: South East Asia Watch: Tudor Pro Posts: 1,779	Has to be the modern Rolex reference. Perfectly constructed watch

21 January 2017, 01:39 PM	#14
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,618	It's essentially a matter of air-cooled 911 vs water-cooled 911. A 996 checks a box in just about every performance and feature category, but I'd take the 993 all day.

21 January 2017, 01:45 PM	#16
swils8610 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,006	Tough call. I prefer the case and lugs of the 16610. Wish I never sold mine. I wear the SD4k now. Oddly I do really like my 116613. The glidelock is purely amazing though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

21 January 2017, 05:48 PM	#22
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,973	I feel your pain. SDc is the closest you can get to an in between but it comes at the expense of less comfort.

21 January 2017, 06:52 PM	#23
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: EU Watch: ♕ Posts: 11,916	I prefer only the latest 5 digit (+RRR and Random or G serie) over the SubC. In other cases I would pick the SubC, but that is just me! __________________ ♕16570 ♕126610 ♕126333

21 January 2017, 08:30 PM	#24
wuyeah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NYC Posts: 952	16610 looks better. It is tasteful and subtle over SubC

21 January 2017, 08:32 PM	#25
Robbyman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Blighty (England) Watch: Daytona/Pepsi/Sub Posts: 1,517	I've had the new. My advice is go with the old.

21 January 2017, 10:27 PM	#28
Gerry62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Italy Watch: Rolex Panerai Posts: 7,203	Only one Sub ? Ceramic for me. __________________

21 January 2017, 10:42 PM	#29
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 45,315	I have owned both and way prefer the Sub-C. I like the case, lume and the Glidelock bracelet is the best anywhere. A perfect fit every time.

21 January 2017, 11:28 PM	#30
natosub "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: USA Watch: the tide roll in.. Posts: 1,138	While the cleaner lines of the 5-digit are appealing, the 6-digits just ooze quality and feel more robust to me. SubC FTW

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