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116655 or 126655? Advice please
Impossible to get it from an AD so going used or grey. 116655 can be purchase 22 k usd and 126655 can be bought at 27k usd. Both are used.
116655 is a 2016 model while the 126655 is a 2021 model. My questions are: 1. Should I buy the 116655 as it about 5k usd cheaper and I’m ok missing out on the 72 hours and the glidelock 2. Thou 116655 is cheaper but it’s 8 years watch compared to the 126655 which is 3 years. Should i spend 5k more on the 126655 as the watch is still new and under guarantee while the 116655 is already 8 years which I’m worry about the wear and tear. Your friendly and unbiased comments please. Thanks |
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For me, I have more faith in the 11 series movement today. Also, imho, I think a long power reserve is useless if there is a chance the watch runs poorly.
Absolute worst case buy the 11, spend $1000 on a RSC service. You get 2 years warranty and save 4 bones. Edit. The glidelock is a super nice clasp. |
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I'd get the one which is in better shape.
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I owned a 126655 and the glide lock was a life saver in warm weather. I know it’s more but it’s a superior watch in pretty much every way movement wise. It’s the one that got away for me, shouldn’t have traded it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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Impossible to get from AD? This gotta be one of the easiest professional to get from AD. Situation is now much better compared to a a few years ago. You should try several ADs. To reply to your question I would get the one that is in the better condition
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#7 |
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Thanks all for the great advices. Sales didn’t go thru as the seller keeps changing her mind. Might go for a 126655.
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As others have said, it can be had at the AD relatively easy. It’s my only Rolex that isn’t in demand and I love it. |
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Get the 126655.
The glide lock alone is worth it. If you're keeping the watch longer than say +2 years then buy the newer model. What's $5k extra over a couple of years of wear...??? Nothing.
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#10 |
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You are fortunate to have the 126655. It's a beautiful model.
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I much prefer the 116655. Reliable movement, and a smaller clasp. I am sure glidelock is cool to have, but not at the cost of having a massive clasp! Just my 2 cents, as I have experience with both
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The clasp is not massive. It’s much smaller than Submariner Glidelock.
So 126655 all the way! |
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I currently have a TT YM40 and I am planning to upgrade to the full rose gold 126655. I had a chance a few years ago to compare the 116655 and the 126655 and the mini-glide lock really was completely worth it (I just couldnt afford the 126655 at the time from the AD so I went with the TT).
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For me, it's all about the fit as opposed to the movement.
Without hesitation, I would spend the money for the glide lock. ![]() |
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Glidelock is awesome.
Go with the 12. |
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I have the 11 bought new from my AD in 2019; 7.1" wrist with E/EG OF. The piece has been super, including the fit, so glidelock for me not necessary.
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#17 |
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Considering budget and longevity, choose based on your priority: save $5k with the 2016 116655, accepting older tech, or invest $5k more in the 2021 126655 for newer features and warranty security.
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If you have the opportunity, consider seeing the watches in person or wearing them. The lack of differences may make you consider the older version more heavily; also if it fits well minus the glidelock you may have no need for it!
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I agree. I have the 126655 and the glidelock is def worth the extra $. Plus, you get the updated movement and longer power reserve ![]()
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#21 |
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116655 or 126655? Advice please
![]() There is no tangible difference between the two models except glidelock. Does it worth $5k to you? What’s $5k? a nice 36 Explorer. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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#22 |
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which one u like better?
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#23 |
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I would get the latest at retail only - it can be had pretty easily, so don't go grey!
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#24 |
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does the old model have easylink?
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