Sub 16610 or 116610

[watchmaniac]

Originally Posted by novocainekarma

16600. Classics all the way for me.

Had a 116610, didnt last long. The ceramic is too shiny for my tastes.

This is what I was thinking. I had a liquid metal planet ocean before and thought it was too shiny and traded it for a ceramic planet ocean.


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[busytimmy]

Having now tried a few of the newer ceramic sports Rolex watches, I can say with a fair amount of confidence that the SD4K is likely the only one that will end up being a true keeper. For me it comes down to the lugs and how that translates to the on-wrist look. Having skinny wrists means, unfortunately, the more squared modern Subs/GMTs just don't look as attractive and balanced as the older 5-digit references or my beloved Sea-Dweller 'C' ...

[os993]

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Great picture and a beauty!!


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[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by busytimmy

Having now tried a few of the newer ceramic sports Rolex watches, I can say with a fair amount of confidence that the SD4K is likely the only one that will end up being a true keeper. For me it comes down to the lugs and how that translates to the on-wrist look. Having skinny wrists means, unfortunately, the more squared modern Subs/GMTs just don't look as attractive and balanced as the older 5-digit references or my beloved Sea-Dweller 'C' ...

Fully agree! don't liked squared modern subs neither. Love my 16610 and if would add a second Rolex dive watch will likely be a ss/18k sub with a silver serti dial, a Sea Dweller 4000 or a GMT Master II with all black dial, all from the 5 digit reference group!

[watchmaniac]

Or maybe since I have this already.

I will get an Explorer I 39mm.


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[Askewww]

16610, i was in your same spot. Went for classic. love the smaller look and sharper lines of 16610 compared to chunky 116610, ALTHOUGH i would like new clasp... I love them all though!! Cant lose!

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by watchmaniac

Or maybe since I have this already.

I will get an Explorer I 39mm.


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Why not! Very versatile watch, here is mine!




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[elkaholic]

The 16610 wins everyday for me. I've had more than one, and have also owned a ceramic Sub (without date) that did not last long. Why? The classic lines and look of the 16610 case and bezel insert is what I found myself favoring. I do not mind the more glossy insert of the ceramics, the maxi dial or the glidelock bracelet, but I cannot get past the more squared off case look that the current versions give off (on me). It's all in the lugs and the transition to the bracelet.

Both are the quintessential Rolex time piece, just with different looks on the wrist.

[Ryuden]

If purely between 16610 vs 116610, I will take the latter...too many improvements on the hardware to miss out...

But since you mentioned you have the Superocean and deciding if you should take a look at the 214270 Explorer, I would say go with the explorer, and then I noticed you have the Explorer II...if the argument is that both explorer are different...so are the Superocean and 116610...

Go for the sub date....

[Etschell]

114060 is the real deal. The date is an afterthought

[Roselló]

16610

[DaveJV]

plus the glidelock clasp that comes on the current version is possible the best part of the entire package. Makes micro/large adjustments a breeze and truly makes it one of the most comfortable watches around.[/QUOTE]

[AzHadEnuf]

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Umm...for me...the one on the left.

[Brizzybrad]

Originally Posted by AzHadEnuf

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Umm...for me...the one on the left.

This pic says it all! Classic all the way. IMO there is nothing inferior about the 5 digit. I prefer the light weight of the old bracelet.

[watchmaniac]

Now I'm leaning towards 16610. Classic never goes out of style.


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[AzHadEnuf]

In a recent published study in Geneva, men wearing 16610's were 82% more successful at picking up women than those wearing 116610's...ok, I may have made that up.

[rolex_DateJust]

I would go for the 116610. Nicer maxi dial, glidelock, ceramic bezel, engraved rehaut, etc... It's all worth the extra $

[randomguy]

As post by AzHadEnuf - 16610 (one on left).

[Charlie_pace]

I was in this boat. I love everything about the 116610 but the maxi case. It just looks strange to me. That alone has made me stick with my 16610.

[Cabaiguan]

Five digit FTW.

[Ste_J]

Had a 5 digit and 6 digit sub. Sold the modern one as it wears less comfortably (on my wrist) and I couldn't get past the square lugs.

Tried the new SD. Looks stunning in pictures but sat too tall causing it to flop around on my wrist so that has just been flipped as well.

16610lv is my keeper for life.

[chong2k]

Same dilemma for me 2 years ago. Fortunately my dealer had both brand new with stickers on and I was able to compare side by side and on my wrist (much more important than pics like the one some posts above).

It's all personal taste but for me the 116610 was the winner and I am still glad I made that decision.

So my 2 cents - if you're into vintage, go for a 1680 or 5513 superdomed, REAL classics.

And if you want to go for the 16610 for the classic lugs - take the LV, if you can afford it. I think it looks better because of the big dots. The classic Submariner also had maxi-dots.

[mailman]

Maxi dial and hands all day for me. The Glidelock seals the deal

If you asked for a comparison that involved 16610LV my opinion might change

[333president]

I traded my 16610 for the 116610 when it first came out. It was a huge upgrade. The bezel is amazing and I like the new case. It takes up a bit more wrist real estate.

To each their own. But if I didn't get the new one, I would have regretting it constantly. To me, it really was a nice upgrade.

[deepcdweller]

I Suggest 16610... but if u choosing modern Sub pick ND one then.
Happy shopping.

R-L-X / Omega

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by mailman

The Glidelock seals the deal

You can do the "right thing" and buy a 16610 and just source the modern 97200 glidelock bracelet; the best of both worlds! 😀











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[mailman]

Originally Posted by fskywalker

You can do the "right thing" and buy a 16610 and just source the modern 97200 glidelock bracelet; the best of both worlds! ��




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I'd rather use the $2k towards a 16610LV and call it a day. To each their own

[herts9]

Whichever one you pick, you will have made the right decision.

[Nsx_23]

Originally Posted by AzHadEnuf

In a recent published study in Geneva, men wearing 16610's were 82% more successful at picking up women than those wearing 116610's...

We need someone with both to verify this. For Science

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by mailman

I'd rather use the $2k towards a 16610LV and call it a day. To each their own

$2K? 97200 can be found used for A LOT less!