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Old 22 March 2020, 09:45 PM   #1
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My first vintage

Thought I would share. I recently got a 1680 Sub from a trusted dealer here on TRF. My decision to wear a classic everyday is close to reality. I will wear this one on a RubberB band and replace the bezel insert with a service insert.

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Old 22 March 2020, 09:52 PM   #2
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Hi

Why would want to replace the insert with a service one ? Even if it’s not in mint condition it surely have a better look with its mk3
Nice watch BTW !

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Old 22 March 2020, 10:03 PM   #3
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Looks great. Congrats. But I would never put anything Rubber on that icon. However, it would look awesome on a NATO if you’re opposed to wearing it on the bracelet.
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Old 22 March 2020, 10:07 PM   #4
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Yea I figured I would take some heat for that. I have worn a 14040M on a RubberB for 6 years and really have enjoyed it. Sold it to help pay for the 1680 and the buyer was thrilled about the condition of the bracelet (basically new).

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Old 22 March 2020, 10:25 PM   #5
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Why replace the insert??? Looks good to me. Thin font service inserts have no place when you have the original one
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Old 22 March 2020, 10:48 PM   #6
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Old 23 March 2020, 01:45 AM   #7
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Congrats and I would recommend keeping the current fat font insert. It makes a big difference compared to a slim font service insert.
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Old 23 March 2020, 02:33 AM   #8
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Great looking watch. Congratulations. Have fun.
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Old 23 March 2020, 02:52 AM   #9
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Nice. It's your watch wear it as you wish as long as it makes you happy!
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Old 23 March 2020, 03:42 AM   #10
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Congrats !
A beautiful MK1 dial with a generous layer of tritium on the markers :)
Looks very nice.
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Old 23 March 2020, 03:44 AM   #11
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Nice!
A white 1680 was my first vintage as well...
It wasn’t my last!
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Old 23 March 2020, 03:55 AM   #12
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Keep the insert and get a matching pearl... Congrats!!!!
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Old 23 March 2020, 04:15 AM   #13
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Congrats! The 1680 is one of my favorites
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Old 23 March 2020, 04:16 AM   #14
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Old 23 March 2020, 04:23 AM   #15
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Well I will try to understand the difference when I get the service insert. I wish the insert corrosion at the 50 was fixable. I plan to keep it because it was the original 1979 insert no matter what.

Thanks for all the feedback. I figured I would not be popular with wearing on a RubberB and replacing the insert. Might be a game changer for this modern Rolex Collector. Who knows...

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Old 23 March 2020, 05:37 PM   #16
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Great looking watch!
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Old 24 March 2020, 07:02 AM   #17
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Well it turns out that you guys were correct. Decided to not get a thin font service bezel insert. If I can get a correct insert I will, if you I will figure out how to get a pearl repair.

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Old 25 March 2020, 04:22 AM   #18
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Old 25 March 2020, 04:24 AM   #19
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I love the plastic dome ! Is it called a superdome or what? I have seen 5513s called superdome. What is a 1680 called?

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Old 25 March 2020, 04:35 AM   #20
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I love the plastic dome ! Is it called a superdome or what? I have seen 5513s called superdome. What is a 1680 called?

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Top hat crystal! Very cool to see such an amazing watch with Rubber-B! Looks very “diverish”
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Old 25 March 2020, 04:39 AM   #21
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Old 25 March 2020, 04:40 AM   #22
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I like the rubber band too. Looks great with that watch. Also, great insert. It may have a few blemishes but still looks outstanding!
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Old 25 March 2020, 05:45 AM   #23
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looks great!

I don't get caught up on bands, I think swapping them is part of the fun of vintage. At least the rubber strap gels with "diver purity" of the watch. That being said, I've been known to rock a brown italian suede strap with my 16800...
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Old 25 March 2020, 07:07 AM   #24
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Damage to the bezel insert is to a 1680 what a dueling scar was to Prussian officers in the early 1800s; a badge of honor. Wear it proudly.
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Old 25 March 2020, 07:41 AM   #25
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Are the hands newer?
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Old 25 March 2020, 08:08 AM   #26
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Yes I believe so. Probably why I could afford it...

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Old 25 March 2020, 10:08 AM   #27
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Woudl be great if you could source a pearl. One of the Rolex restorers here may be able to fi you up.
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Old 25 March 2020, 05:04 PM   #28
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Yes I believe so. Probably why I could afford it...

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You can try to expose the watch to bright light for a minute or so and check if dial and hands glow the same way for a brief moment.


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Old 26 March 2020, 12:13 AM   #29
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Looks great on a rubber band and a great purchase! Congrats.
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Old 26 March 2020, 12:23 AM   #30
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You can try to expose the watch to bright light for a minute or so and check if dial and hands glow the same way for a brief moment.


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No glow what so ever...

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