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seankendall · 22 November 2016, 03:20 PM

New poster here. Are the new tool watches heavier and more "heavy duty" than the older ones?

superstarmar · 22 November 2016, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Stealerfan86

I am not a fan in new supee case, maxi dial
I thimk 16613 is much more ellegant

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All a matter of preference... I've had both and
Prefer the 116613LB...

BigCFM · 15 December 2016, 08:43 AM

First post.

I'm a total novice when it comes to watches but owned a 16613 for 9 years until it was stolen in October. I've missed it so much that I'm now in the market for another but this time a new 6 digit version.
Should I go for a 2016 model or wait until the 2017 model comes out?

Frakis · 15 December 2016, 08:48 AM

There is no difference from 2016 to 2017 with the 6 digit reference. Most of these watches are born atleast a year before they find themselves in an AD. Get it now!

AK797 · 15 December 2016, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BigCFM

First post.

I'm a total novice when it comes to watches but owned a 16613 for 9 years until it was stolen in October. I've missed it so much that I'm now in the market for another but this time a new 6 digit version.
Should I go for a 2016 model or wait until the 2017 model comes out?

Go for it now as very unlikely to be a model change in 17, altho waiting to see what does come out in March at Basel is a wise move.

armybuck041 · 15 December 2016, 11:55 AM

No need to over think this one :)

gwozhog · 15 December 2016, 11:57 AM

The 116613 is just flat out a nicer watch. It's going to cost you though!

luvsub · 15 December 2016, 11:59 AM

6 digit.

Eric Chan · 16 December 2016, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

This is one of the best watches made, IMO.

The glide lock and bracelet alone are totally worth it.

Totally agree, my friend.

Afghanvet · 16 December 2016, 12:09 PM

I prefer the look, feel and case on the 5-digit references...

Castiel · 16 December 2016, 12:31 PM

116613 for me..feels like I've said this before.

BigCFM · 16 December 2016, 04:17 PM

Thanks guys, you've just cemented what I was already thinking.
There is no time like the present. Plus, my arm looks naked without one.

AD's in the UK are pretty expensive but I know of a couple of greys offering some good prices. Just need to check out their reps.

jeffgo888 · 16 December 2016, 04:26 PM

there is no comparison...
The 116613LB is a different watch, and the Glidelock clasp alone is worth it.
It also feels more heftier, substantial...cerachrom bezel...:)

Look at my pic and it says it all...

BigCFM · 16 December 2016, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeffgo888

there is no comparison...
The 116613LB is a different watch, and the Glidelock clasp alone is worth it.
It also feels more heftier, substantial...cerachrom bezel...:)

Look at my pic and it says it all...

Absolutely beautiful - I can't wait

1bad750 · 16 December 2016, 11:24 PM

Both awsome watches. Get the one you like best!

locutus49 · 16 December 2016, 11:48 PM

Love your sig block. How did you do that (dancing guy)?

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigCFM

Absolutely beautiful - I can't wait

locutus49 · 16 December 2016, 11:51 PM

As to the watch, unlikely to see a change in 2017 in gold models. Buy the newest model you can afford is my philosophy.

BigCFM · 17 December 2016, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by locutus49

Love your sig block. How did you do that (dancing guy)?

On the emoji click more and scroll down.

Quigpriss · 24 November 2017, 11:48 PM

IMG_1386.jpg

Bought From David SW a year ago -

Very Happy with price and transaction

Boaters · 25 November 2017, 02:02 AM

6 digit for sure solid links .. glidelock they are the way to go

Swiss Mad! · 25 November 2017, 03:59 AM

If you buy a used 116613LB be sure to get one with the sunburst dial rather than the 'smurf' flat blue.

For a while around 2013 (I think??) Rolex started using the dial from the WG Sub.

Thankfully now they have gone back to the traditional Sunburst dial which in my opinion is the more stunning version.

15 December 2016, 08:48 AM	#34
Frakis 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: USA Posts: 2,819	There is no difference from 2016 to 2017 with the 6 digit reference. Most of these watches are born atleast a year before they find themselves in an AD. Get it now! __________________ Two Factor Authentication Enabled On My Account.

15 December 2016, 11:55 AM	#36
armybuck041 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Fred'ton Canada Watch: Easy Come, Easy Go Posts: 304	No need to over think this one :) __________________ Easy come, easy go....

16 December 2016, 12:09 PM	#40
Afghanvet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Virginia Watch: Subs, SD4K Posts: 2,272	I prefer the look, feel and case on the 5-digit references... __________________ Subaholics Anonymous

16 December 2016, 11:24 PM	#45
1bad750 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NewYork Posts: 634	Both awsome watches. Get the one you like best! __________________ Rolex 116233 TT Datejust Super Jubilee Rolex 18038 Yg DD President Whiteface,roman Rolex 69173 TT Datejust Factory red Vignette diamond Rolex 118238 Yg DD White roman. Rolex 16613 2 Tone Bluesey

24 November 2017, 11:48 PM	#49
Quigpriss "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Woodstock Watch: Hulk Posts: 7	Commitment - Evidence Attached IMG_1386.jpg Bought From David SW a year ago - Very Happy with price and transaction

22 November 2016, 03:20 PM	#31
seankendall Banned Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: America Posts: 34	New poster here. Are the new tool watches heavier and more "heavy duty" than the older ones?

15 December 2016, 08:43 AM	#33
BigCFM "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Chris Location: London Watch: this Space [ ] Posts: 1,830	First post. I'm a total novice when it comes to watches but owned a 16613 for 9 years until it was stolen in October. I've missed it so much that I'm now in the market for another but this time a new 6 digit version. Should I go for a 2016 model or wait until the 2017 model comes out?

15 December 2016, 11:57 AM	#37
gwozhog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Point Blank, TX Posts: 2,893	The 116613 is just flat out a nicer watch. It's going to cost you though!

15 December 2016, 11:59 AM	#38
luvsub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,179	6 digit.

16 December 2016, 12:31 PM	#41
Castiel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Jim Location: California Posts: 432	116613 for me..feels like I've said this before.

16 December 2016, 04:17 PM	#42
BigCFM "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Chris Location: London Watch: this Space [ ] Posts: 1,830	Thanks guys, you've just cemented what I was already thinking. There is no time like the present. Plus, my arm looks naked without one. AD's in the UK are pretty expensive but I know of a couple of greys offering some good prices. Just need to check out their reps.

16 December 2016, 11:51 PM	#47
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	As to the watch, unlikely to see a change in 2017 in gold models. Buy the newest model you can afford is my philosophy.

25 November 2017, 02:02 AM	#50
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,649	6 digit for sure solid links .. glidelock they are the way to go

25 November 2017, 03:59 AM	#51
Swiss Mad! "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Max Location: UK Watch: Various Posts: 3,726	If you buy a used 116613LB be sure to get one with the sunburst dial rather than the 'smurf' flat blue. For a while around 2013 (I think??) Rolex started using the dial from the WG Sub. Thankfully now they have gone back to the traditional Sunburst dial which in my opinion is the more stunning version.

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