Dislike for the maxi case.

[Rags]

Does anyone else not like the maxi case on the ceramic submariner? I love the larger indices & hands, the glidelock bracelet is fantastic but I prefer the case that's on my 16610 Sub. Anyone else feel the same way that I do?

[inadeje]

Yes. I find the aesthetics of the 5 digits overall more harmonious. However, I do have a maxi case sub and, despite my preference of the prior, there wasn't a white gold sub before, so I had to go 6 digit

[huncho]

5 digits look way better

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by huncho

5 digits look way better

Agree.

[HesaliteTim]

Yes... I love everything about the six digit Subs except the maxi case. It's why I ended up selling mine.

[s.m.b.]

What's a "maxi case"? Supercase, FWIW! And you've been a member since 2009... and you've yet to realize plenty of people dislike the thicker lugs on the six digit references. JFC! What's the point of threads like this?

[ROlesorusLEX]

Originally Posted by s.m.b.

What's a maxi case?

It's the case on the current series of 6 digit professional watches, in this case the op having referenced the Submariner. It is marked by a squared off look with wider lugs compared to it's older siblings, which enjoy narrower lugs.

[s.m.b.]

Originally Posted by ROlesorusLEX

It's the case on the current series of 6 digit professional watches, in this case the op having referenced the Submariner. It is marked by a squared off look with wider lugs compared to it's older siblings, which enjoy narrower lugs.

Supercase, not "maxi case." If you're going to be critical of something, don't be so freakin' lazy when it comes to identifying things.

[Onikage]

I enjoy narrower lugs.

[ROlesorusLEX]

Originally Posted by s.m.b.

Supercase, not "maxi case." If you're going to be critical of something, don't be so freakin' lazy when it comes to identifying things.

Maxi case. Super dial. Hulk, bluesy, Smurf. It's all made up. Not all that ire-inducing, for the most part.

[alphasports]

Originally Posted by ROlesorusLEX

Maxi case. Super dial. Hulk, bluesy, Smurf. It's all made up. Not all that ire-inducing, for the most part.

This.

The self-righteous do get on my nerves on occasion.

[Alan111]

Originally Posted by ROlesorusLEX

It's the case on the current series of 6 digit professional watches, in this case the op having referenced the Submariner. It is marked by a squared off look with wider lugs compared to it's older siblings, which enjoy narrower lugs.

This reference picture is perfect. It makes the new supercase models look like it gained 30 pounds. Like a before and after from a diet ad.

[Rags]

Originally Posted by s.m.b.

What's a "maxi case"? Supercase, FWIW! And you've been a member since 2009... and you've yet to realize plenty of people dislike the thicker lugs on the six digit references. JFC! What's the point of threads like this?

If you don’t like the thread then don’t respond to it.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by s.m.b.

What's a "maxi case"? Supercase, FWIW! And you've been a member since 2009... and you've yet to realize plenty of people dislike the thicker lugs on the six digit references. JFC! What's the point of threads like this?

I think this is when the 'supercase' nickname was introduced. It happened here eleven years ago apparently. I like to call them maxi case and maxi dial. Same is valid for no date Submariner that I use a lot and will keep using. It's just a nickname.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=56916

[s.m.b.]

Originally Posted by FTX I

I think this is when the 'supercase' nickname was introduced. It happened here eleven years ago apparently. I like to call them maxi case and maxi dial. Same is valid for no date Submariner that I use a lot and will keep using. It's just a nickname.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=56916

Here you go, man:

https://www.rolexmagazine.com/2010/0...supercase.html

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by s.m.b.

Here you go, man:

https://www.rolexmagazine.com/2010/0...supercase.html

Your link is from 2010. You just need to read "all-new stainless steel Supercase Submariner". The TRF link I posted is from 2008. The magazine is from 2006 but they're talking about the SS Submariner released in Basel 2010. The first sports Rolex with maxi case was the gold GMT 116718 in 2005 if I'm not mistaken and the 116710LN was released in Basel 2007. The TRF link I posted is from that period (2008). If they used Supercase it doesn't mean it's the right way. Just a nickname man.

[Jamie1111]

Originally Posted by s.m.b.

What's a "maxi case"? Supercase, FWIW! And you've been a member since 2009... and you've yet to realize plenty of people dislike the thicker lugs on the six digit references. JFC! What's the point of threads like this?

Yes, yes and yes.
Super case is what the receipt says.
Plenty of people say they hate it (not sure of the reason and or ultimatum)
And what’s the point of threads like this


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[ruffa]

The lugs are too wide. Makes it look somewhat rectangular. Not enough taper. The SD43 has stunning proportions.

[watchmework]

My biggest problem with the supercase is the wide lugs....imo the perfect supercase is the one featured on the 50th anniversary Sea Dweller with the lugs similar to what was featured on the 5 digits with the larger markers on the dial.

[Marcjvr]

I think the 5 digit is much better proportioned. Just needs the glide lock


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[Cesium137]

I think the 5 digit is much better proportioned.

And ceramic

[s.m.b.]

Originally Posted by ROlesorusLEX

Maxi case. Super dial. Hulk, bluesy, Smurf. It's all made up. Not all that ire-inducing, for the most part.

[Joearch]

I own some 5 + 6 digit watches and like both equally. My first Rolex was a Sub C so that as a starting point might have changed my perspective on this topic.

[Bigblu10]

Well, you may be a little late to the party eh? The Sub in its current iteration has been out for a decade now. And they are more popular than ever. Most who want a new one in the last two years or so can't even buy one and there are virtually none in any ADs display case. I would say other than those who visit watch forums the case shape is a non issue. I have a 116618LB and love it. I personally have no interest in owning a 5 digit reference anymore. In fact, they actually feel small on my 7.5 inch wrist

[Jackumi]

I thought the 6 digit watch lugs looked too wide until I got my GMT with the supercase. I find that now when I put on my 5 digit Sub the lugs look a bit too slim, like my dress watches.

[Jamie1111]

Originally Posted by Jackumi

I thought the 6 digit watch lugs looked too wide until I got my GMT with the supercase. I find that now when I put on my 5 digit Sub the lugs look a bit too slim, like my dress watches.

It looks perfect the wrist (6 digit) I think too many people have only seen the pics with the bracelet going vertically up and down.

Some people simply do however love 5 digit cases, but they look non existent after too many polishes


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[brandrea]

The Supercase isn’t for everyone. I personally think it works well on the Submariner and GMTs. YMMV

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by brandrea

The Supercase isn’t for everyone. I personally think it works well on the Submariner and GMTs. YMMV

X2. It’s the look of a 42mm watch in a 40mm size.

[MrCowboy99]

get a Kermit (50th anniv. green bezel sub) and change to a black bezel. they have what you are looking for without the maxicase.

[siempreko]

I 5 digit subs now feel dainty. I now prefer the 6 digit iteration!


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