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eskiserkan · 31 March 2023, 05:29 PM

Hi all

Which one would you add to the collection ? LV is V serial and both of them are NOS. Price is same as 20K.

Thanks

faimag · 31 March 2023, 05:51 PM

The Omega wears much larger, so that in itself is a factor. I'd go for the LV as it's the 50 anniversary sub and will never come back. But NOS?? Are you buying to wear or keep?

RolexBHR · 31 March 2023, 06:15 PM

If full set then Alaska project, way way more rare and definitely very unique.

eskiserkan · 31 March 2023, 06:17 PM

Hi, buying to keep. 16610LV has all the stickers like fresh from the factory. I can wear the Omega since it has no stickers but its unworn in the end.

mykii · 31 March 2023, 06:43 PM

I'd pick Hulk over both. Hate it or love it, it's arguably been one of the most influential watches ever made. Otherwise, Alaska project for me. Only because it's more unique.

Gaijin · 31 March 2023, 07:06 PM

I think everyone knows my answer.

16610 LV. At that price! Especially NOS.

mailman · 31 March 2023, 07:09 PM

16610lv

HogwldFLTR · 31 March 2023, 07:12 PM

The Alaska is a great watch but $20K is awfully pricey for a novelty. If it really calls you then there is no saying no however

Andad · 31 March 2023, 07:12 PM

LV. thumbsup:

travisb · 31 March 2023, 07:56 PM

I'll always prefer a Sub over Omega. Nothing against Omega.

skipstar · 31 March 2023, 10:21 PM

My vote is for the Sub and then wear it, who cares if it has stickers on it. They are meant to be removed and then enjoy the heck out of it.

Gerry62 · 31 March 2023, 10:22 PM

Sub LV

tifosi · 31 March 2023, 10:27 PM

I can't go against the LV. Do it, now.

rmagoo57 · 31 March 2023, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eskiserkan

Hi all

Which one would you add to the collection ? LV is V serial and both of them are NOS. Price is same as 20K.

Thanks

The LV. If you pass, please send me the info

Giovannibravo · 31 March 2023, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eskiserkan

Hi all

Which one would you add to the collection ? LV is V serial and both of them are NOS. Price is same as 20K.

Thanks

The LV for me. I am not the biggest fan of Omega.

huba01 · 31 March 2023, 11:10 PM

16610lv

brandrea · 31 March 2023, 11:19 PM

To the uninitiated can we see a picture of this Alaska Project?

harvey · 31 March 2023, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

To the uninitiated can we see a picture of this Alaska Project?

Hey Tbone here you go…

brandrea · 31 March 2023, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by harvey

Hey Tbone here you go…

Thank you!

Hmmm a chronograph ...

I guess my thought is which do you prefer, a diver or a chronograph?

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logo · 31 March 2023, 11:37 PM

IMO the Alaska Project is a real collectors item, whereas the LV is just a colorful Rolex. I’m surprised this is even a question, because they are really so different. Do you know the history of the Alaska Project? What else is in your collection? If you are a NASA/space/Speedmaster fan, go with the Alaska project hands down - its original version was a true space watch prototype.

Again, you are comparing a watch to which there is only 1970 pieces vs a mass produced submariner. Just need to decide what you value personally.

https://www.omegawatches.com/planet-...a-project-2008

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/or...oject-phillips

Barada7 · 1 April 2023, 12:15 AM

Depends whether you’re buying to wear or collect. To wear? Sub. To collect? Speedmaster.

Johny · 1 April 2023, 12:26 AM

Anniversary sub, stickers off and onto the wrist. YOLO.

Gaijin · 1 April 2023, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Johny

Anniversary sub, stickers off and onto the wrist. YOLO.

There it is.

sski · 1 April 2023, 01:56 AM

speedy Alaska over the sub LV (why is this even a question? this is a no brainer.....and this coming from a Rolex collector)

hutch300 · 1 April 2023, 02:30 AM

Depends what you like. Speedmasters wear large. I love the LV and its a do anything watch with meaning to the brand. Sounds like a winner to me.

ThomasCrown · 1 April 2023, 02:43 AM

From my own perspective, I much prefer the 16610LV due to the sizing compared to the Alaska Project.

eskiserkan · 1 April 2023, 04:16 AM

Thanks for the answers. I have most of the important speedmasters ST1 Alaska, Ultraman, Tintin, Snoopy 45th, Trilogy, Snoopy 50th, moonwatch. Cant justify the price being same as NOS Kermit.

HERITAGE82 · 1 April 2023, 04:28 AM

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Originally Posted by eskiserkan

Thanks for the answers. I have most of the important speedmasters ST1 Alaska, Ultraman, Tintin, Snoopy 45th, Trilogy, Snoopy 50th, moonwatch. Cant justify the price being same as NOS Kermit.

Exactly... NOS LV for the money.

Saxonite · 1 April 2023, 04:29 AM

Judging by your Speedy collection, I'd get the Alaska project. I personally don't see why Kermits are so sought after. Never been a fan of it or the Hulk.

lamnyc · 1 April 2023, 05:42 AM

I was offered an Alaska project at omega but bought the Kermit instead. I have gotten more positive comments from the LV at Rolex AD than any other of my Rolex watches.

31 March 2023, 05:29 PM	#1
eskiserkan "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Bursa Watch: 116500LN Posts: 493	16610LV or Alaska Project Hi all Which one would you add to the collection ? LV is V serial and both of them are NOS. Price is same as 20K. Thanks

31 March 2023, 06:43 PM	#5
mykii "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: East Watch: AP + PP + Rolex Posts: 1,775	I'd pick Hulk over both. Hate it or love it, it's arguably been one of the most influential watches ever made. Otherwise, Alaska project for me. Only because it's more unique. __________________

31 March 2023, 07:09 PM	#7
mailman TRF Moderator & DATE-JUST41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,359	16610lv __________________ JJ

31 March 2023, 07:12 PM	#8
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	The Alaska is a great watch but $20K is awfully pricey for a novelty. If it really calls you then there is no saying no however __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

31 March 2023, 07:12 PM	#9
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,797	LV. thumbsup: __________________ E

31 March 2023, 05:51 PM	#2
faimag "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: US, SG, DK, GR Watch: Reverso Posts: 3,070	The Omega wears much larger, so that in itself is a factor. I'd go for the LV as it's the 50 anniversary sub and will never come back. But NOS?? Are you buying to wear or keep?

31 March 2023, 06:15 PM	#3
RolexBHR "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Dr. Osama Location: Jeddah Watch: AP RO Posts: 305	If full set then Alaska project, way way more rare and definitely very unique.

31 March 2023, 06:17 PM	#4
eskiserkan "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Bursa Watch: 116500LN Posts: 493	Hi, buying to keep. 16610LV has all the stickers like fresh from the factory. I can wear the Omega since it has no stickers but its unworn in the end.

31 March 2023, 07:06 PM	#6
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,180	I think everyone knows my answer. 16610 LV. At that price! Especially NOS.

31 March 2023, 07:56 PM	#10
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,211	I'll always prefer a Sub over Omega. Nothing against Omega.

31 March 2023, 10:21 PM	#11
skipstar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: Kevin Location: Northeast Watch: My first, Sub Date Posts: 1,901	My vote is for the Sub and then wear it, who cares if it has stickers on it. They are meant to be removed and then enjoy the heck out of it. __________________ 116610LN \| 126610LV \| 126710 BLRO \| 116500LN \| 124300 Green, Wife’s \| 126334 Blue w/Diamonds, Wife’s Tudor M79360N-0002 \| M79230B-006 Wife’s

31 March 2023, 10:22 PM	#12
Gerry62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Italy Watch: Rolex Panerai Posts: 7,130	Sub LV __________________

31 March 2023, 10:27 PM	#13
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	I can't go against the LV. Do it, now. __________________ Russ

31 March 2023, 11:10 PM	#16
huba01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Dubai Posts: 1,425	16610lv

31 March 2023, 11:19 PM	#17
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,651	To the uninitiated can we see a picture of this Alaska Project?

31 March 2023, 11:37 PM	#20
logo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: North America Posts: 2,301	IMO the Alaska Project is a real collectors item, whereas the LV is just a colorful Rolex. I’m surprised this is even a question, because they are really so different. Do you know the history of the Alaska Project? What else is in your collection? If you are a NASA/space/Speedmaster fan, go with the Alaska project hands down - its original version was a true space watch prototype. Again, you are comparing a watch to which there is only 1970 pieces vs a mass produced submariner. Just need to decide what you value personally. https://www.omegawatches.com/planet-...a-project-2008 https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/or...oject-phillips

1 April 2023, 12:15 AM	#21
Barada7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: Rhode Island Watch: Explorer Posts: 348	Depends whether you’re buying to wear or collect. To wear? Sub. To collect? Speedmaster.

1 April 2023, 12:26 AM	#22
Johny "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: john Location: Scotland Watch: sub 16610Lv Posts: 13,523	Anniversary sub, stickers off and onto the wrist. YOLO. __________________ "AFTER DARK" BAR AND NIGHT CLUB GM.

1 April 2023, 01:56 AM	#24
sski "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: FL Watch: ♛ & ✠ Posts: 935	speedy Alaska over the sub LV (why is this even a question? this is a no brainer.....and this coming from a Rolex collector)

1 April 2023, 02:30 AM	#25
hutch300 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Jeff Location: PNW Posts: 1,306	Depends what you like. Speedmasters wear large. I love the LV and its a do anything watch with meaning to the brand. Sounds like a winner to me.

1 April 2023, 02:43 AM	#26
ThomasCrown Banned Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: N. Hemisphere Posts: 15	From my own perspective, I much prefer the 16610LV due to the sizing compared to the Alaska Project.

1 April 2023, 04:16 AM	#27
eskiserkan "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Bursa Watch: 116500LN Posts: 493	Thanks for the answers. I have most of the important speedmasters ST1 Alaska, Ultraman, Tintin, Snoopy 45th, Trilogy, Snoopy 50th, moonwatch. Cant justify the price being same as NOS Kermit.

1 April 2023, 04:29 AM	#29
Saxonite "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Oregon Posts: 59	Judging by your Speedy collection, I'd get the Alaska project. I personally don't see why Kermits are so sought after. Never been a fan of it or the Hulk.

1 April 2023, 05:42 AM	#30
lamnyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nyc Posts: 1,751	I was offered an Alaska project at omega but bought the Kermit instead. I have gotten more positive comments from the LV at Rolex AD than any other of my Rolex watches.

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