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Old 14 February 2016, 02:43 AM   #1
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Gold colour on 116613 vs 16613

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I've actually already ordered my first, a 116613LB, waiting for it to come in, and I've seen a lot of discussion about the differences in the ceramic, dial, etc., but in pictures with the two side by side, the gold center links and accents look like a darker yellow on the 16613 (which I prefer) compared to the ceramic - can anyone confirm if this is actually the case? Is it not the same Rolex gold used on both?

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Old 14 February 2016, 03:42 AM   #2
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It's all 18k. The older ones may be a bit dull but will shine up nicely.
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Old 14 February 2016, 05:04 AM   #3
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It's pictures like the attached that throw me off. See how the 16613 on the right has a darker looking gold compared to the 116613 on the left?
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Old 14 February 2016, 07:20 AM   #4
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Gold will turn a bit of a copper color after a time but will brighten back up when cleaned. I've notice this with my 116613's.


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I actually prefer the darker colour, but good to hear they're both the same, thanks
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Old 6 March 2016, 02:37 AM   #6
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Gold will turn a bit of a copper color after a time but will brighten back up when cleaned. I've notice this with my 116613's.


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What type of cleaning? I would be curious to see a piece of cloth bridge the differences between the two colors.

Or do you mean a polishing?


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What type of cleaning? I would be curious to see a piece of cloth bridge the differences between the two colors.

Or do you mean a polishing?


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I don't polish my watches. Just clean in the shower or a little Dawn and a soft brush. Will brighten up the gold. If you prefer a more muted gold, maybe just wipe with a micro fiber cloth and wash on occasion.
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