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Originally Posted by Fanofsteel
Also, many people who have only recently become Rolex fans did not "grow up" with the 5-digit Sub models, so there was no time for them to grow fond of the design. Many of the younger-generation Rolex consumers are mainly familiar & thus attached to the latest design. It's my guess that these folks comprise the majority of the market (& certainly the future market) for Subs, and will continue to identify Subs with those larger, square-jawed lugs.
I'm part of the newer generation of Rolex fans who prefers the current, more chunky/masculine design - at least on the Sub.
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This is a really good point. I fall under the same umbrella. For me, the maxi case 6 digit is the sub of my generation. I guess it’s kinda like your favorite “James Bond” will vary depending on your generation.
It also doesn’t help that I’m a sentimental son of a gun. I bought my 116610LN brand new to commemorate a major milestone which makes it that much more special to me. What I don’t get is the hate. So it’s not your cup of tea, cool. There are plenty of other divers out there (not excluding the Rolex lineup) to chose from.