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MCO1 · 24 June 2017, 11:01 PM

Oh....I liked my 5 digits and still do but now taking ownership of my second 6 digit it is indeed a different wearing experience. In the beginning I like the old bracelets better but the new ones durability and quality feel has nearly converted me.

AK797 · 24 June 2017, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

Yes. I believe there's room for a 5 digit GMT here, but I'll wait some months to be sure.

You know a GMT is not really a sub, right, Flavio?

I'll believe it when I see it, but a Pepsi would be a nice addition.

FTX I · 24 June 2017, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

You know a GMT is not really a sub, right, Flavio?

Oh no..Please tell me that's not true...

SeaDweller50 · 25 June 2017, 12:10 AM

5 digits for this callsign

FTX I · 25 June 2017, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Airborne

5 digits for this callsign

Great pic, Keith

Wesley Crusher · 25 June 2017, 05:31 AM

Hey buddy, I know you are a Sub guy, but I see a 16710 Pepsi in your future.

FTX I · 25 June 2017, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

Hey buddy, I know you are a Sub guy, but I see a 16710 Pepsi in your future.

Odds are good my friend.

But I must wait until I'm sure.

Loevhagen · 25 June 2017, 06:50 AM

Boaters · 25 June 2017, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

5 digit charm is irresistible

What an awesome three some beautiful!

FTX I · 25 June 2017, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Loevhagen

That's why I need to wait. I just love Subs.

JP Chestnut · 25 June 2017, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

I tried on a 2005 Explorer and thought it was nice, though a little small for me. Then I tried on a 1998 Sub. I was shocked at how flimsy and almost falling apart was the bracelet. I expect that my 2012 SubC will be fairing better after 19 years. No?

Hollow end links. Try a later SEL model.

FTX I · 25 June 2017, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Hollow end links. Try a later SEL model.

I agree JP but even the bracelet with hollow end links is fine IMHO. Both are great.

strafer_kid · 25 June 2017, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Mick P

Chaps

I think we Rolex owners are a rather lucky lot. You can have a 4 digit, 5 digit or even a 6 digit watch and you know that it will be better than 99% of all the other watches on the planet.

Therefore just buy what you like and I have tended to 5 digit purely because of the appearance. They are robust but slightly more understated than the current models.

Having said that, my overall favourite is the 1655 Freccione.

Regards

Mick

No doubt - spoilt for choice!

JP Chestnut · 25 June 2017, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

I agree JP but even the bracelet with hollow end links is fine IMHO. Both are great.

I agree. I love five digit references.

sce767 · 25 June 2017, 01:31 PM

Agree completely on the 5 digit appreciation. After years of ceramic this, that, or the other I'm back to this...

FTX I · 22 July 2018, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

You know a GMT is not really a sub, right, Flavio?

I'll believe it when I see it, but a Pepsi would be a nice addition.

This is awesome. That's exactly what you said on my thread yesterday, and this post was more than a year ago. I love that, buddy.

And I was right about the 5 digit temptation.

acfcheung · 23 July 2018, 12:06 AM

Love the 5 digits, they have in my view better proportions but can't get over the filmsy bracelets.

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FTX I · 23 July 2018, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by acfcheung

Love the 5 digits, they have in my view better proportions but can't get over the filmsy bracelets.

Agree AC. I don't see a new 6 digit in my future anytime soon. I'm leaning to 4 to be honest.

fishingbear · 23 July 2018, 12:25 AM

5 digit temptations

FTX I · 23 July 2018, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by fishingbear

5 digit temptations

Love it, George.

DGB · 23 July 2018, 02:01 AM

Nothing like the 5 digits trilogy : Sub, GMT and Daytona.

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Yobber76 · 23 July 2018, 02:07 AM

I have really felt the pull of a 16610, or a 16520 w/white dial. I've resisted so far thinking it's better to buy the newest versions, but you never know.

steubi1 · 23 July 2018, 02:15 AM

Just got my 16710 two weeks ago (Coke bezel), and I love it!

I have owned most of the 5 and 6 digits in the past, all 6 digit have gone, my (personal) summary:

6 digit is the better watch, technically speaking, but the 5 digit watches are more sexy..

Just my 2 cents
Tom

rmlovett1 · 23 July 2018, 02:20 AM

I really love them all! But the 4 and 5 digits have an unmistakable charm and vibe, if you like vintage at all. These fit my wrist (6.5) a bit better than the 6 digit references, although the non-maxi case 6 digits are quite substantial, weight & bracelet wise...Daytona, Exp 39mm, SD4K, DD40, etc...I noticed yesterday after gathering up the 5 I’ll be rotating for a while, just by chance, the watch box has more 4/5 digit pieces than 6, at the moment. Just the way it worked out when I left the deposit box??? or subconscious mind telling me something??? hmmmmm...
As I said...love them all, but the 6 digit pieces are resting (most of them) comfortably somewhere other than my watch box at home...

FTX I · 23 July 2018, 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

I really love them all! But the 4 and 5 digits have an unmistakable charm and vibe, if you like vintage at all. These fit my wrist (6.5) a bit better than the 6 digit references, although the non-maxi case 6 digits are quite substantial, weight & bracelet wise...Daytona, Exp 39mm, SD4K, DD40, etc...I noticed yesterday after gathering up the 5 I’ll be rotating for a while, just by chance, the watch box has more 4/5 digit pieces than 6, at the moment. Just the way it worked out when I left the deposit box??? or subconscious mind telling me something??? hmmmmm...
As I said...love them all, but the 6 digit pieces are resting (most of them) comfortably somewhere other than my watch box at home...

I've read this post with your new Daytona in mind. I'm sure it's dominating the rotation.

rmlovett1 · 23 July 2018, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

I've read this post with your new Daytona in mind. I'm sure it's dominating the rotation.

Absolutely is! Amongst the other “older” references...my vintage sub, and 16710 :)

FTX I · 23 July 2018, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

Absolutely is! Amongst the other “older” references...my vintage sub, and 16710 :)

sillo · 23 July 2018, 04:21 AM

My whole collection is based on 5 digit references. I have a smallish wrist and the size and weight of the 40mm oyster case just fit me so well. I also love the progress they made from the earliest examples to the random serials. Such a nice blend of old and new.

subtona · 23 July 2018, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by TheRolexKingofLV

16520

Love the new black ceramic... but if I ever get bit again for a Daytona, the white dial zenith is it!
My favorite Daytona !!!

5 digits, best of both worlds.

FTX I · 23 July 2018, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by sillo38

My whole collection is based on 5 digit references. I have a smallish wrist and the size and weight of the 40mm oyster case just fit me so well. I also love the progress they made from the earliest examples to the random serials. Such a nice blend of old and new.

Wonderful watches, Sean. Thanks for sharing.

23 July 2018, 04:21 AM	#58
sillo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Sean Location: NY Watch: 5 Digit Posts: 2,840	My whole collection is based on 5 digit references. I have a smallish wrist and the size and weight of the 40mm oyster case just fit me so well. I also love the progress they made from the earliest examples to the random serials. Such a nice blend of old and new. __________________ 14060 \| 16570 \| 16600 \| 16700 \| 16800 \| 79260 @TheGMTHand

24 June 2017, 11:01 PM	#31
MCO1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Missouri USA Watch: Daytona C white Posts: 2,248	Oh....I liked my 5 digits and still do but now taking ownership of my second 6 digit it is indeed a different wearing experience. In the beginning I like the old bracelets better but the new ones durability and quality feel has nearly converted me.

25 June 2017, 12:10 AM	#34
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	5 digits for this callsign

25 June 2017, 05:31 AM	#36
Wesley Crusher "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Wes Location: Holosuite Posts: 6,345	Hey buddy, I know you are a Sub guy, but I see a 16710 Pepsi in your future.

25 June 2017, 06:50 AM	#38
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,908

23 July 2018, 12:06 AM	#47
acfcheung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: AC Location: Hong Kong Watch: SD4K for now Posts: 422	Love the 5 digits, they have in my view better proportions but can't get over the filmsy bracelets. Sent from my VKY-L29 using Tapatalk

23 July 2018, 02:01 AM	#51
DGB "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: uk Posts: 989	Nothing like the 5 digits trilogy : Sub, GMT and Daytona. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 July 2018, 02:07 AM	#52
Yobber76 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Mike Location: Illinois Watch: BLNR VTNR PAM 915 Posts: 1,742	I have really felt the pull of a 16610, or a 16520 w/white dial. I've resisted so far thinking it's better to buy the newest versions, but you never know.

23 July 2018, 02:15 AM	#53
steubi1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: Switzerland Watch: too many Posts: 1,149	Just got my 16710 two weeks ago (Coke bezel), and I love it! I have owned most of the 5 and 6 digits in the past, all 6 digit have gone, my (personal) summary: 6 digit is the better watch, technically speaking, but the 5 digit watches are more sexy.. Just my 2 cents Tom

23 July 2018, 02:20 AM	#54
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,477	I really love them all! But the 4 and 5 digits have an unmistakable charm and vibe, if you like vintage at all. These fit my wrist (6.5) a bit better than the 6 digit references, although the non-maxi case 6 digits are quite substantial, weight & bracelet wise...Daytona, Exp 39mm, SD4K, DD40, etc...I noticed yesterday after gathering up the 5 I’ll be rotating for a while, just by chance, the watch box has more 4/5 digit pieces than 6, at the moment. Just the way it worked out when I left the deposit box??? or subconscious mind telling me something??? hmmmmm... As I said...love them all, but the 6 digit pieces are resting (most of them) comfortably somewhere other than my watch box at home...

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