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key · 29 October 2016, 06:05 AM

I know that there already are many threads on this very topic as I have been browsing through the forum for any threads related to the 116610LV, but I am still undecided.

I have recently added a 116610LN to my collection and planned on wearing it as a daily watch for work, but could not get my mind off of the LVc after seeing beautiful pictures of the LVc on this very forum. Since I plan on wearing it as a daily watch for the near future, I'd like something that is versatile, and yet has some flavor to it so that I'd be reminded of its beauty every time I check the time. Don't get me wrong - I think the black sub is beautiful, but after seeing the LV, I can't help but think that it lacks a bit of flavor.

So my question is: do you guys think that it's worth the additional $1000 or so to flip my LN for a used LV? and why is the price difference between used LVs and LNs greater than the retail price difference?

Thanks!

Tools · 29 October 2016, 07:09 AM

You will never know if you can cure an itch until you scratch it.

locutus49 · 29 October 2016, 07:12 AM

I loved my Hulk and much prefer it to the black models. Just depends if you want to stand out a bit, or fit in with everyone else.

cdmorenot · 29 October 2016, 07:13 AM

I've owned both. And I enjoyed both.

The LV (Hulk) never leaves my mind. I picked up a ND Sub and I'm currently procuring a Hulk because it simply is the watch you always go back to.

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nibbl3s · 29 October 2016, 07:18 AM

Just did the thing you are planning on doing. Love the hulk. It is gorgeous. Go for it.

Professorfingers · 29 October 2016, 07:22 AM

I wouldn't. I've seen too many posts of folks flipping these. Now, nothing statistical here, just an opinion.

WJGESQ · 29 October 2016, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by gatsby90

I know that there already are many threads on this very topic as I have been browsing through the forum for any threads related to the 116610LV, but I am still undecided.

I have recently added a 116610LN to my collection and planned on wearing it as a daily watch for work, but could not get my mind off of the LVc after seeing beautiful pictures of the LVc on this very forum. Since I plan on wearing it as a daily watch for the near future, I'd like something that is versatile, and yet has some flavor to it so that I'd be reminded of its beauty every time I check the time. Don't get me wrong - I think the black sub is beautiful, but after seeing the LV, I can't help but think that it lacks a bit of flavor.

So my question is: do you guys think that it's worth the additional $1000 or so to flip my LN for a used LV? and why is the price difference between used LVs and LNs greater than the retail price difference?

Thanks!

Go green. Hulk.

key · 29 October 2016, 07:39 AM

I'm leaning towards flipping the LN for a LV. I am, however, a bit thrown off by the price difference between used LNs and LVs.

I understand that it's simply a matter of basic economics, but it is surprising to see that there's almost a $1000 price difference between two watches that are exactly identical except the color. Is the demand just that greater? or is it the limited supply that's driving the price up?

faz · 29 October 2016, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gatsby90

I'm leaning towards flipping the LN for a LV. I am, however, a bit thrown off by the price difference between used LNs and LVs.

I understand that it's simply a matter of basic economics, but it is surprising to see that there's almost a $1000 price difference between two watches that are exactly identical except the color. Is the demand just that greater? or is it the limited supply that's driving the price up?

Didn't see this post when I was replying above.

You know what was so painful for me when buying my BLNR? $1500 price difference between it and the regular black GMT, just for half its bezel being blue.

key · 29 October 2016, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by faz

Didn't see this post when I was replying above.

You know what was so painful for me when buying my BLNR? $1500 price difference between it and the regular black GMT, just for half its bezel being blue.

That makes me feel better about the $1000 price difference!

faz · 29 October 2016, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by gatsby90

That makes me feel better about the $1000 price difference!

Funny how writing that made me feel worse about my price difference!

faz · 29 October 2016, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gatsby90

... and why is the price difference between used LVs and LNs greater than the retail price difference?

See the above comments so far. This should show you why.

The green sub is something that one has to be warmed up to... I didn't like it at all before, and if I were in a shop buying my first Rolex, 99.9% wouldn't be a green sub.

But after being with the Rolex family for a while, and acquiring the taste of the green sub, it seems many people would indeed be open to a flip of black to green. Higher demand for used green, vs. used black.

If the green is something you like that much, go for it. It is worth $1000 to just go with what your heart desires the most.

Quailhunter · 29 October 2016, 08:03 AM

I looked at the green Sub on the strong recommendation of a trusted AD salesperson. Just didn't click for me, but I'm very conservative.

ap1 · 29 October 2016, 08:07 AM

Do it. Hulk > LN. There are some models that are just special and hulk qualifies as one of them

watchwatcher · 29 October 2016, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gatsby90

Since I plan on wearing it as a daily watch for the near future, I'd like something that is versatile, and yet has some flavor to it so that I'd be reminded of its beauty every time I check the time.

That sounds like the LV to me.

pampam · 29 October 2016, 08:20 AM

Noooooooo!! are you out of your mind?? :-)

Kneecough · 29 October 2016, 08:30 AM

I say go for it... or both.

2807 · 29 October 2016, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Kneecough

I say go for it... or both.

Clearly the Hulk is better and ... faster.

But, seriously, depends on your daily outfit and job. The black is clasic and goes with everything.
I have a nice datejust 41 for that purpose. The Hulk is for more casual days for me.

Spikedlee · 29 October 2016, 08:31 AM

I did the swap two months ago and I loove my Hulk. No regrets, its so unique and I like they way it stands out from the normal black.

s7horton · 29 October 2016, 08:34 AM

The hulk is amazing. I love it for the daily watch. I drool over the black, but I'm not parting with the hulk.

tomilg · 29 October 2016, 09:27 AM

Wow, I have an older 16610 and a 5513. I love the way they wear and lay on my wrist. I keep coming back to the Hulk, but then start thinking about the 5 digit Kermit...damn, they're both good looking timepieces! Their will be one of those two in my near future!

Goin2drt · 29 October 2016, 09:30 AM

I own both. If I could only have one the Hulk would go, sorry for me the Sub date is just the quintessential Rolex in my warped mind.

TickTockChuck · 29 October 2016, 09:54 AM

If the green speaks to you in your dreams then maybe that's the one. That's what happened to me and I couldn't stop thinking about it. I think the magic is in the unique sunray dial which is made by Rolex with a combination yellow gold & aluminum. The color changes continuously depending on lighting. It does wear louder than the black and will draw more attention. Hard to get from an AD and it tends to hold value better due to ongoing demand. Good luck and Cheers!

Dr. Robert · 29 October 2016, 09:57 AM

No, nein, nyet, non

Peterandwatches · 29 October 2016, 09:57 AM

I've never been attracted to a novelty colorway, but this is not some difficult question. If you like green, go ahead.

AK797 · 29 October 2016, 10:22 AM

Not for me, I love the black sub, my top SS watch now.

kromdom · 29 October 2016, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gatsby90

I have recently added a 116610LN to my collection and planned on wearing it as a daily watch for work, but could not get my mind off of the LVc after seeing beautiful pictures of the LVc on this very forum. But after seeing the LV, I can't help but think that it lacks a bit of flavor.

you are not happy with the LN. sell it and buy the watch that will make you happy.

gregmoeck · 29 October 2016, 10:36 AM

I would trade for a ceramic no date

catsclaw · 29 October 2016, 10:42 AM

Ditch the Hulk, the LN stays. The green color on the sub makes it look like a Swatch watch of my 15 y/o son..

Ticknaway · 29 October 2016, 10:49 AM

Your money, your wrist, your watch if you want it get it! You can always go back to the black.

29 October 2016, 06:05 AM	#1
key "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: N/A Posts: 388	Should I flip my Black SubC for a Green SubC? I know that there already are many threads on this very topic as I have been browsing through the forum for any threads related to the 116610LV, but I am still undecided. I have recently added a 116610LN to my collection and planned on wearing it as a daily watch for work, but could not get my mind off of the LVc after seeing beautiful pictures of the LVc on this very forum. Since I plan on wearing it as a daily watch for the near future, I'd like something that is versatile, and yet has some flavor to it so that I'd be reminded of its beauty every time I check the time. Don't get me wrong - I think the black sub is beautiful, but after seeing the LV, I can't help but think that it lacks a bit of flavor. So my question is: do you guys think that it's worth the additional $1000 or so to flip my LN for a used LV? and why is the price difference between used LVs and LNs greater than the retail price difference? Thanks!

29 October 2016, 07:09 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,160	You will never know if you can cure an itch until you scratch it. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

29 October 2016, 07:13 AM	#4
cdmorenot 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Carlos Location: NNJ - MDE Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 3,388	I've owned both. And I enjoyed both. The LV (Hulk) never leaves my mind. I picked up a ND Sub and I'm currently procuring a Hulk because it simply is the watch you always go back to. Sent from my SM-G935T using Tapatalk __________________ 16570, 224270, 126610, 126334

29 October 2016, 09:57 AM	#24
Dr. Robert 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 61,818	No, nein, nyet, non __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

29 October 2016, 07:12 AM	#3
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	I loved my Hulk and much prefer it to the black models. Just depends if you want to stand out a bit, or fit in with everyone else.

29 October 2016, 07:18 AM	#5
nibbl3s Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Nashville Posts: 60	Just did the thing you are planning on doing. Love the hulk. It is gorgeous. Go for it.

29 October 2016, 07:22 AM	#6
Professorfingers "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: TW Location: Arkansas Watch: SubC-D Posts: 195	I wouldn't. I've seen too many posts of folks flipping these. Now, nothing statistical here, just an opinion.

29 October 2016, 07:39 AM	#8
key "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: N/A Posts: 388	I'm leaning towards flipping the LN for a LV. I am, however, a bit thrown off by the price difference between used LNs and LVs. I understand that it's simply a matter of basic economics, but it is surprising to see that there's almost a $1000 price difference between two watches that are exactly identical except the color. Is the demand just that greater? or is it the limited supply that's driving the price up?

29 October 2016, 08:03 AM	#13
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	I looked at the green Sub on the strong recommendation of a trusted AD salesperson. Just didn't click for me, but I'm very conservative.

29 October 2016, 08:07 AM	#14
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,142	Do it. Hulk > LN. There are some models that are just special and hulk qualifies as one of them

29 October 2016, 08:20 AM	#16
pampam "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: NYC Posts: 179	Noooooooo!! are you out of your mind?? :-)

29 October 2016, 08:30 AM	#17
Kneecough "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 1,792	I say go for it... or both.

29 October 2016, 08:31 AM	#19
Spikedlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Watch: Too many to narrow Posts: 585	I did the swap two months ago and I loove my Hulk. No regrets, its so unique and I like they way it stands out from the normal black.

29 October 2016, 08:34 AM	#20
s7horton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Seth Location: Grand Rapids, MI Watch: 16613LB, 126610….. Posts: 994	The hulk is amazing. I love it for the daily watch. I drool over the black, but I'm not parting with the hulk.

29 October 2016, 09:27 AM	#21
tomilg "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Tom Location: Sarasota, FL Watch: 5513, SD4K Posts: 462	Wow, I have an older 16610 and a 5513. I love the way they wear and lay on my wrist. I keep coming back to the Hulk, but then start thinking about the 5 digit Kermit...damn, they're both good looking timepieces! Their will be one of those two in my near future!

29 October 2016, 09:30 AM	#22
Goin2drt Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,307	I own both. If I could only have one the Hulk would go, sorry for me the Sub date is just the quintessential Rolex in my warped mind.

29 October 2016, 09:54 AM	#23
TickTockChuck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Chuck Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 2,229	If the green speaks to you in your dreams then maybe that's the one. That's what happened to me and I couldn't stop thinking about it. I think the magic is in the unique sunray dial which is made by Rolex with a combination yellow gold & aluminum. The color changes continuously depending on lighting. It does wear louder than the black and will draw more attention. Hard to get from an AD and it tends to hold value better due to ongoing demand. Good luck and Cheers!

29 October 2016, 09:57 AM	#25
Peterandwatches "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: WA Watch: 5167/15400/Sub/JLC Posts: 1,023	I've never been attracted to a novelty colorway, but this is not some difficult question. If you like green, go ahead.

29 October 2016, 10:22 AM	#26
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,294	Not for me, I love the black sub, my top SS watch now.

29 October 2016, 10:36 AM	#28
gregmoeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maui Watch: Patek Posts: 2,032	I would trade for a ceramic no date

29 October 2016, 10:42 AM	#29
catsclaw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 102	Ditch the Hulk, the LN stays. The green color on the sub makes it look like a Swatch watch of my 15 y/o son..

29 October 2016, 10:49 AM	#30
Ticknaway "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,028	Your money, your wrist, your watch if you want it get it! You can always go back to the black.

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