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6 July 2013, 01:29 PM | #1 |
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Finally back in the family!
After regretfully selling my 16610 LV a couple of years ago I've been thinking long and hard about what watch would get me back into the Rolex family. I could get another LV, a ND Sub, or maybe even a Pepsi...all of which I love, and contemplated. However, I knew I wanted my return to be something special, and one that I would never part with.
So, here it is... My birth year, 5.8 mil 1680 Sub with a lovely patina, and fresh tune up from RSC thanks to Scott & Jacek at H.Q. Milton. I'd say she's a keeper!!! |
6 July 2013, 01:34 PM | #2 |
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Nice sub! Jacek and his team are awesome!
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6 July 2013, 01:37 PM | #3 |
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awesome
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6 July 2013, 01:38 PM | #4 |
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Very creamy indices
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6 July 2013, 01:45 PM | #5 |
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Looks good. Congrats!
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6 July 2013, 02:01 PM | #6 |
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That's what I call Back to the Future!
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6 July 2013, 02:02 PM | #7 |
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Love the patina...congrats!
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6 July 2013, 02:06 PM | #8 |
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I simply love it! I want a 1680 just like that! Did you get box/papers with it? And how much did she run you if you don't mind me asking? Congrats!
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6 July 2013, 08:57 PM | #9 |
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Stunning choice!
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6 July 2013, 09:18 PM | #10 |
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Stunning Brad, just stunning! Congratulations.
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6 July 2013, 09:20 PM | #11 |
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Welcome back and beautiful choice. Love the even creaminess of that patina!
I too have worked with Jacek and team and have been very pleased. Even had time on a trip to to visit them in SF. |
6 July 2013, 09:24 PM | #12 |
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Very nice and congrats!
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6 July 2013, 09:28 PM | #13 |
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Congrats!! Jacek is the best.
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6 July 2013, 09:30 PM | #14 |
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Very nice...congrats!
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6 July 2013, 09:37 PM | #15 |
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Fantastic
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6 July 2013, 10:13 PM | #16 |
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Beautiful! Welcome back.
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Thanks everyone! I absolutely love it, and it's great to be back in the Rolex family! The guys at H.Q. Milton made me feel like I was working with a trusted local shop even though I'm practically on the opposite end of the country.
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Let's just say that they have many other 1680s on their site that are all priced in the same ballpark. |
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6 July 2013, 11:11 PM | #18 |
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Very nice.
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7 July 2013, 12:45 AM | #19 |
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Awesome piece
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7 July 2013, 12:59 AM | #20 |
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so good looking!
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7 July 2013, 01:08 AM | #21 |
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Very nice!
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7 July 2013, 01:12 AM | #22 |
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Nice 1 Stig
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7 July 2013, 01:38 AM | #23 |
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Very nice and welcome back. Stunning watch.
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9 July 2013, 02:47 PM | #24 |
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Congrats!!
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Congrats....youngster! (My B-Y would be about a 393K!)...love the vintage!
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congrats Brad. Wear her in good health.
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11 July 2013, 07:58 AM | #27 |
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Nice way to get back in!
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11 July 2013, 09:53 AM | #28 |
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Looks great
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11 July 2013, 10:36 AM | #29 |
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A timeless classic. Congrats on getting it, and welcome back.
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11 July 2013, 10:38 AM | #30 |
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Very nice, congrats!
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