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outtatime · 20 April 2011, 10:53 AM

It's been almost a year since I sold my Green Sub for some much needed cash to take care of a few t'ings...in the mean time my collection has grown to include a Breitling B-2, Omega Great White, a Glycine, a Resco Patriot, a couple Hamiltons and most recently a Sinn U1 (which unfortunately had to be returned due to a less-than-stellar transaction). But nothing quite satisfies like a Sub, does it? So after an hour-and-a-half drive to the AD yesterday (and being in the store for all of 10 minutes) I walked out with a BNIB 116610. I've agonized over this for a year and despite thinking how it couldn't compare to the "old" 16610, I must say in person this is an amazing watch.

Glad to be home again :)

dddrees · 20 April 2011, 10:57 AM

Congrats, I would luv to see PICs when you get a chance.

horseco · 20 April 2011, 10:58 AM

good choice...

Justjosh · 20 April 2011, 10:59 AM

Always tough to give up a watch you love.

Glad you replaced it!

outtatime · 20 April 2011, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Congrats, I would luv to see PICs when you get a chance.

I'll try, if I can ever decide how I want the bracelet to be. For some reason this one's a lot tougher to find the "sweet spot" with than the older one (if I get the clasp centered the watch sits funny, if it sits OK the clasp isn't centered, etc.). Thank god it has screwed links!

sleddog · 20 April 2011, 11:01 AM

Well done Jon.....Once you've had a Sub, it's hard to go without!!

Congratulations!

outtatime · 20 April 2011, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

Well done Jon.....Once you've had a Sub, it's hard to go without!!

Congratulations!

Thanks! And nice collection by the way...damn

Danand · 20 April 2011, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by outtatime

I'll try, if I can ever decide how I want the bracelet to be. For some reason this one's a lot tougher to find the "sweet spot" with than the older one (if I get the clasp centered the watch sits funny, if it sits OK the clasp isn't centered, etc.). Thank god it has screwed links!

As long as it is comfortable I wouldn't worry about the clasp being off centre. More important that the case sits the way you like it. ( with lots of watches it isn't possible to centre the clasp for the typical owner, just happens the clasp for the sub c is longer than most. You will appreciate it with time and changing temperatures, activity levels, etc).

dalip · 20 April 2011, 12:02 PM

Congrats on a great pick up

- Keep fiddling with the bracelet - I had to for a while and the 'sweet' spot is there

girltime · 20 April 2011, 12:11 PM

Congrats and we look forward to seeing pics.

MortgageGuy · 20 April 2011, 12:12 PM

Sounds like a great choice, would love to see some pics too

karmatp · 20 April 2011, 12:12 PM

The old subs used to fit me right out of the box, with the 116610 I had to remove two links from the 12 o'clock side and the clasp is perfectly centered.

Once you find that sweet spot with the clasp, the fit is unmatched, the new subs are so much more comfortable than the old.

Huge congrats on a fantastic purchase.

nauticajoe · 20 April 2011, 12:24 PM

Congrats on the SubC!

Can't wait to see pics.

Dan2010 · 20 April 2011, 01:23 PM

Long live the Sub! In all its variations!

HACKNSACK44 · 20 April 2011, 03:22 PM

Congrats!!

thewatchguy93 · 20 April 2011, 04:51 PM

Congratss!

PICS pleaseeeee

Dino

travisb · 20 April 2011, 07:10 PM

Nothing like a Sub IMO!

Glad you're back in the club.

tifosi · 21 April 2011, 04:22 AM

I am going through the same thing right now. I sold my 16610LV to take care of other things as well (namely an engagement). I plan to get a new Rolex by the end of year, but all I want is a BNIB LV like I had before. I think I need to spend a little more time with the 116610 and maybe I'll warm up to it a little more... I don't intend to spend 116610LN MSRP money on a BNIB 16610LV. I just can't do it when I bought my LV new for almost 2 grand less, less than a year ago....

Congrats on the Sub. Lets see some pics!

outtatime · 21 April 2011, 05:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tifosi

I am going through the same thing right now. I sold my 16610LV to take care of other things as well (namely an engagement). I plan to get a new Rolex by the end of year, but all I want is a BNIB LV like I had before. I think I need to spend a little more time with the 116610 and maybe I'll warm up to it a little more... I don't intend to spend 116610LN MSRP money on a BNIB 16610LV. I just can't do it when I bought my LV new for almost 2 grand less, less than a year ago....

Congrats on the Sub. Lets see some pics!

Have you tried on a 116610? Honestly it looks MUCH better in person than in pictures for some reason. The case/lugs look awkward in pictures but look fine on the wrist. One thing I wasn't sure about either is the bezel-I actually thought the ceramic might not be as shiny as the aluminum one, but it's actually HIGHLY reflective and looks amazing. But then again I'm NOT one of those "anti-bling" people so YMMV. (I would probably buy an all-polished Sub if they made one).

Good luck in your hunt for an LV!

iamemmaparker · 21 April 2011, 05:56 AM

Good choice & Congratulations!

AJMarcus · 21 April 2011, 06:01 AM

A collection must have a Rolex submariner or it's missing something I think. Congrats again!

Puffy · 21 April 2011, 06:06 AM

as already stated a man's collection must have a Sub

outtatime · 21 April 2011, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puffy

as already stated a man's collection must have a Sub

That's what I've been finding...nothing really satisfies quite like it :)

mjclark32 · 21 April 2011, 07:09 AM

Congrats!

03cobraa · 21 April 2011, 07:14 AM

I'm glad you like yours! My Sub C will be here tomorrow! I can't wait! Congratulations!

lortap · 21 April 2011, 08:06 AM

Just picked up my SubC on the 18th, bracelet is a huge improvement, nice to be able to make small adjustments without any tools and adjust it anywhere

Old Blue · 21 April 2011, 09:15 AM

Preaching to the choir. Congrats!

outtatime · 22 April 2011, 12:39 AM

I looked down and it was "that time" so I couldn't help but take a quick (and poor) iPhone picture. :)

Rollie2011 · 22 April 2011, 12:49 AM

LOVE me some sub

axjimenez · 22 April 2011, 03:12 AM

Love that Sub!

20 April 2011, 10:53 AM	#1
outtatime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: Toledo, OH Watch: Deepsea Posts: 1,136	I couldn't stay away (or, I did a bad, bad thing) It's been almost a year since I sold my Green Sub for some much needed cash to take care of a few t'ings...in the mean time my collection has grown to include a Breitling B-2, Omega Great White, a Glycine, a Resco Patriot, a couple Hamiltons and most recently a Sinn U1 (which unfortunately had to be returned due to a less-than-stellar transaction). But nothing quite satisfies like a Sub, does it? So after an hour-and-a-half drive to the AD yesterday (and being in the store for all of 10 minutes) I walked out with a BNIB 116610. I've agonized over this for a year and despite thinking how it couldn't compare to the "old" 16610, I must say in person this is an amazing watch. Glad to be home again :)

20 April 2011, 10:57 AM	#2
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	Congrats, I would luv to see PICs when you get a chance. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

20 April 2011, 11:01 AM	#6
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,909	Well done Jon.....Once you've had a Sub, it's hard to go without!! Congratulations! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

20 April 2011, 12:02 PM	#9
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Congrats on a great pick up - Keep fiddling with the bracelet - I had to for a while and the 'sweet' spot is there __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

20 April 2011, 12:12 PM	#11
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Sounds like a great choice, would love to see some pics too __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

20 April 2011, 10:58 AM	#3
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,389	good choice...

20 April 2011, 10:59 AM	#4
Justjosh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: WI Watch: This Posts: 856	Always tough to give up a watch you love. Glad you replaced it!

20 April 2011, 12:11 PM	#10
girltime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Lisa Location: Texas Watch: TT Sub 16613 Posts: 493	Congrats and we look forward to seeing pics.

20 April 2011, 12:12 PM	#12
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	The old subs used to fit me right out of the box, with the 116610 I had to remove two links from the 12 o'clock side and the clasp is perfectly centered. Once you find that sweet spot with the clasp, the fit is unmatched, the new subs are so much more comfortable than the old. Huge congrats on a fantastic purchase. __________________ My grails:

20 April 2011, 12:24 PM	#13
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Congrats on the SubC! Can't wait to see pics.

20 April 2011, 01:23 PM	#14
Dan2010 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: South Carolina Watch: Panerai 914 Posts: 6,540	Long live the Sub! In all its variations!

20 April 2011, 03:22 PM	#15
HACKNSACK44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: Orlando Watch: 114060 Posts: 8,450	Congrats!! __________________ 114060

20 April 2011, 04:51 PM	#16
thewatchguy93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: thewatchguy Location: UK Watch: me buy gold.. Posts: 7,441	Congratss! PICS pleaseeeee Dino __________________ Instagram.. @thewatchguy www.thewatchguyofficial.co.uk Got a GREEN Submariner 116610LV.. Visit the official thread here! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=179580 Don't forget to visit the Rolex & Attire thread too! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=215077

20 April 2011, 07:10 PM	#17
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,523	Congrats Jon!!! Nothing like a Sub IMO! Glad you're back in the club.

21 April 2011, 04:22 AM	#18
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	I am going through the same thing right now. I sold my 16610LV to take care of other things as well (namely an engagement). I plan to get a new Rolex by the end of year, but all I want is a BNIB LV like I had before. I think I need to spend a little more time with the 116610 and maybe I'll warm up to it a little more... I don't intend to spend 116610LN MSRP money on a BNIB 16610LV. I just can't do it when I bought my LV new for almost 2 grand less, less than a year ago.... Congrats on the Sub. Lets see some pics! __________________ Russ

21 April 2011, 05:56 AM	#20
iamemmaparker "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: United States (de Posts: 6	Very Nice Good choice & Congratulations!

21 April 2011, 06:01 AM	#21
AJMarcus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 5,224	A collection must have a Rolex submariner or it's missing something I think. Congrats again!

21 April 2011, 06:06 AM	#22
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	as already stated a man's collection must have a Sub __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

21 April 2011, 07:09 AM	#24
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Congrats! __________________

21 April 2011, 07:14 AM	#25
03cobraa "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Kelly Location: In the Bluegrass Watch: 116610LN Posts: 550	I'm glad you like yours! My Sub C will be here tomorrow! I can't wait! Congratulations! __________________ SubC 116610LN, DJ 16014, GMT16750 pepsi Matte, Explorer II 16570 Polar V, Sea Dweller 16600, Sub 14060 More to come! "Too many watches, too little time"!

21 April 2011, 08:06 AM	#26
lortap "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Oregon Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 147	Just picked up my SubC on the 18th, bracelet is a huge improvement, nice to be able to make small adjustments without any tools and adjust it anywhere

21 April 2011, 09:15 AM	#27
Old Blue Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Ted Location: SF Bay Area Watch: tt Ceramic Sub Posts: 141	Preaching to the choir. Congrats!

22 April 2011, 12:39 AM	#28
outtatime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: Toledo, OH Watch: Deepsea Posts: 1,136	I looked down and it was "that time" so I couldn't help but take a quick (and poor) iPhone picture. :)

22 April 2011, 12:49 AM	#29
Rollie2011 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: John Location: Palm Beach, FL Watch: Sub-C + Exp 42 Posts: 1,654	LOVE me some sub

22 April 2011, 03:12 AM	#30
axjimenez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Arlington, Va Watch: ALL OF THEM Posts: 1,705	Love that Sub! __________________ “It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.” Rolex 114060 Omega SMP 2531.80 Vintage Omega - no idea but dad's watch

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