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jrt8711 · 13 November 2017, 02:47 PM

Classic 16600 for me.

Gerry62 · 13 November 2017, 07:37 PM

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Pmt2 · 14 November 2017, 12:05 AM

The SDc4000 is the BEST diver Rolex ever made! I adore my 116600

Oldfashioned · 14 November 2017, 04:35 AM

I think it depends on what camp you're in, if you like the newest and greatest technology then you'll be going for the 116600, if you appreciate the older style and history then you'll go for the 16600, it's hard to convince each other from opposing sides.

For me, it's the classic 16600, I never caught on to the new bigger, wider, heavier version Rolexes, I really think it's a step in the wrong direction, but that's just me, all of my rolexes are T<25 dials because I love the patina, I don't care that it no longer glows in the dark, to me, nothing beats a T<25 on a thick dark brown leather strap.

TDen · 2 January 2018, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

I agree with everything except the last statement. I will buy them for 5k

I too would buy one for $5,000...

101031-28 · 2 January 2018, 06:25 AM

They each have qualities that make them unique and highly likeable. 16600 is a classic. More of a true tool watch and quite comfortable to wear. 116600 has more of a 'jewelry' appeal IMO, and latest improvements in terms of Rolex technology, make it a great watch to own, together with the 16600 you currently have.

Magwitch · 2 January 2018, 07:06 AM

I prefer the 16600. I added this aftermarket clasp. Not a glidelock, but better than the original.

Hoppyjr · 12 January 2018, 07:43 AM

I owned the 116600 and found it to be a fine watch, but the ceramic bezel models always leave me feeling worried, as they seem too dressy and fragile. I realize this is likely not the case, but the ceramic gives me pause.

I currently have the 16600 and it’s a great watch. I think it’s more comfortable and works better on a nato strap too.

I continue to wish for a 42mm Submariner, but with the features and design of the 5-digit models.

christo4 · 12 January 2018, 08:11 AM

Have both as well. All the excellent points for each model have been well presented. Today I be wearing my "T" serial 16600 on a favorite worn and torn NATO (warmer in winter than the 93150). Tomorrow I'll likely wear the other with all its sublte (?!) "bling" and gllidelock beauty!

RXAPPP · 12 January 2018, 09:21 AM

I’ve owbed both too and the fully graduated bezel and damage proof ceramic wins the battle hands down

brandrea · 12 January 2018, 09:36 AM

The 16600 was my first ever Rolex. I wish I hadn’t have sold it

When I was in the market for another I decided to wait for the 50th.

crazycarlitos · 12 January 2018, 10:24 AM

Had the 16600 about 8 years ago

Sold it due to the feeling of top-heavy... got the 16610lv to replace it and never looked back

Never tried on the 116600

Recently got the 126600, which I love

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Originally Posted by Manuela

116600 has more of a 'jewelry' appeal IMO, and latest improvements in terms of Rolex technology, .....

i thought the 126600 had the lastest improvement in terms of Rolex tech.. including the lateest 3235 movement.

Recaro18 · 12 January 2018, 10:26 AM

Had both.. I kept the 16600...

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panu1000 · 13 January 2018, 11:57 AM

SD 4K for me.

aquatimerfla · 13 January 2018, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by crazycarlitos

Had the 16600 about 8 years ago

Sold it due to the feeling of top-heavy... got the 16610lv to replace it and never looked back

Never tried on the 116600

Recently got the 126600, which I love

i thought the 126600 had the lastest improvement in terms of Rolex tech.. including the lateest 3235 movement.

116600 & 126600 both have same tech. Only difference is the movement. 3135 vs 3235.

rushca01 · 13 January 2018, 12:21 PM

Both, my 116600 is sentimental to me as it’s the first Rolex I bought BNIB. If it were not for this I think I would keep my 16600 because I love lug holes, love the stamped bracelet, and classic 5 digit case size.

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Pingman · 15 February 2018, 04:00 AM

I have both but have come to love the maxi dial.

Token74 · 15 February 2018, 07:56 AM

Had both. Found the 16600 to be top heavy and didn't like the bracelet. The 116600 is much more comfortable.

Don't miss the 16600, whereas the 116600 gets more wrist time than any of my other watches.

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sgmgolf · 15 February 2018, 08:32 AM

I am also in the camp that owned both. Have since moved the 116600 and kept the 16600. I liked much of the improvements on the SD-C and the satin/matte dial was awesome. However, for me, the elongated clasp on the 116600 just didn't work.
In the end I prefer my A-serial with lug holes, tried and true stamped bracelet and overall case dimensions on the 16600.
Cheers

roger0770 · 15 February 2018, 08:38 AM

Had the 16600, awesome awesome watch. However, the matte dial on the 116600 is what led to the switch. 116600 gets my vote.

Z-Sub · 15 February 2018, 08:45 AM

16600 is more comfortable. 116600 is beautiful and shinier. I like both but I find myself wearing 16600 the most

G'ed · 15 February 2018, 09:38 AM

Ah, the classic Sea-Dweller VS thread.

Had both, still keeping 16600. That’s the only watch I will never ever let go.

edd26 · 22 February 2018, 07:00 AM

respect mate for your decision. 16600 is the real one, no shine and so on. just what you need, no bling bling look ( and clean rehaut )

bmdaia · 20 April 2018, 06:14 AM

SDC is just weird. Classic SD has so many wonderful options. Tritium, lumimova + lugholes, no-lugholes, the triple-six with those glorious James Bond endlinks, the unicorns with red dials, rail dials, Comex dials, etc. etc. etc. or you can just pick up a NOS M or V time capsule and watch the money grow. You can collect nothing but classic SD’s and never get bored.

Pacha · 20 April 2018, 06:47 AM

Both are very nice, for me I’ll stay with my16660!

kans86 · 20 April 2018, 07:33 AM

Someone said the 116600 is the best of both worlds, non-ceramic and ceramic, and I agree. The fully graduated bezel, semi-matte dial and gridlock bracelet won it for me.

FTX I · 20 April 2018, 07:50 AM

5 digit gets my vote. I prefer glossy dial and clean bezel.

MP5 · 20 April 2018, 08:22 AM

sierradelta1312 · 28 February 2022, 12:54 PM

116600 was my first Rolex purchase. But it never really felt right to me. Top heavy, didn’t like the graduation all the way around the bezel, thought I wanted cyclops, and ultimately traded it for a SubC which I love. Kind of wish I kept it given resale value but wasn’t able to at the time. Several years and a couple Rolex buys later, I ended up picking up a 16600 and absolutely love it. While I appreciate and like the bracelet and deployant of my SubC, I do like the lighter weight bracelet of the 16600. Clasp doesn’t bother me. Perhaps it’s because it just fits my wrist better, but it gets the most wrist time of my collection and I couldn’t be happier. At the end of the day, I think it really comes down to personal preference which you prefer and why. All that counts is that you are happy with your choice.

speedbird90 · 28 February 2022, 05:10 PM

I would keep the 16600 and spend my money on other things. The 16600 is an absolute legend. If you needed a watch for a "one watch collection", that'd be it.

2 January 2018, 06:25 AM	#36
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,764	They each have qualities that make them unique and highly likeable. 16600 is a classic. More of a true tool watch and quite comfortable to wear. 116600 has more of a 'jewelry' appeal IMO, and latest improvements in terms of Rolex technology, make it a great watch to own, together with the 16600 you currently have. __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

12 January 2018, 10:26 AM	#43
Recaro18 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: RiCkY Location: West Coast Watch: 16520 Posts: 12,312	Had both.. I kept the 16600... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Passion for Mechanical Timepieces! IG: @crown_in_oyster_case ~Connecting people through my passion, one timepiece at a time~

15 February 2018, 07:56 AM	#48
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	Had both. Found the 16600 to be top heavy and didn't like the bracelet. The 116600 is much more comfortable. Don't miss the 16600, whereas the 116600 gets more wrist time than any of my other watches. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

15 February 2018, 08:45 AM	#51
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	16600 is more comfortable. 116600 is beautiful and shinier. I like both but I find myself wearing 16600 the most __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

20 April 2018, 06:47 AM	#55
Pacha "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Pacha Location: ABQ Watch: 16660,16713,16570 Posts: 240	Both are very nice, for me I’ll stay with my16660! __________________ Would the child I once was, be proud of the man I’ve become?

13 November 2017, 02:47 PM	#31
jrt8711 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: N.Virginia Watch: 16600,116500ln Posts: 14	Classic 16600 for me.

14 November 2017, 12:05 AM	#33
Pmt2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,145	The SDc4000 is the BEST diver Rolex ever made! I adore my 116600

14 November 2017, 04:35 AM	#34
Oldfashioned "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Canada Watch: 14060M Posts: 36	I think it depends on what camp you're in, if you like the newest and greatest technology then you'll be going for the 116600, if you appreciate the older style and history then you'll go for the 16600, it's hard to convince each other from opposing sides. For me, it's the classic 16600, I never caught on to the new bigger, wider, heavier version Rolexes, I really think it's a step in the wrong direction, but that's just me, all of my rolexes are T<25 dials because I love the patina, I don't care that it no longer glows in the dark, to me, nothing beats a T<25 on a thick dark brown leather strap.

2 January 2018, 07:06 AM	#37
Magwitch Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: . Posts: 668	I prefer the 16600. I added this aftermarket clasp. Not a glidelock, but better than the original.

12 January 2018, 07:43 AM	#38
Hoppyjr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Washington State Posts: 441	I owned the 116600 and found it to be a fine watch, but the ceramic bezel models always leave me feeling worried, as they seem too dressy and fragile. I realize this is likely not the case, but the ceramic gives me pause. I currently have the 16600 and it’s a great watch. I think it’s more comfortable and works better on a nato strap too. I continue to wish for a 42mm Submariner, but with the features and design of the 5-digit models.

12 January 2018, 08:11 AM	#39
christo4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: kansas city Posts: 171	Have both as well. All the excellent points for each model have been well presented. Today I be wearing my "T" serial 16600 on a favorite worn and torn NATO (warmer in winter than the 93150). Tomorrow I'll likely wear the other with all its sublte (?!) "bling" and gllidelock beauty!

12 January 2018, 09:21 AM	#40
RXAPPP "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Blue Planet Watch: 5 Posts: 1,201	I’ve owbed both too and the fully graduated bezel and damage proof ceramic wins the battle hands down

12 January 2018, 09:36 AM	#41
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,526	The 16600 was my first ever Rolex. I wish I hadn’t have sold it When I was in the market for another I decided to wait for the 50th.

13 January 2018, 11:57 AM	#44
panu1000 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Panupun Location: Lexington KY Watch: 5990 Posts: 95	SD 4K for me.

13 January 2018, 12:21 PM	#46
rushca01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Indiana Watch: GMT BLRO Posts: 1,750	Both, my 116600 is sentimental to me as it’s the first Rolex I bought BNIB. If it were not for this I think I would keep my 16600 because I love lug holes, love the stamped bracelet, and classic 5 digit case size. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

15 February 2018, 04:00 AM	#47
Pingman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: TX Posts: 2	I have both but have come to love the maxi dial.

15 February 2018, 08:32 AM	#49
sgmgolf "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: MA Watch: 16600,16710,Tudor Posts: 1,372	I am also in the camp that owned both. Have since moved the 116600 and kept the 16600. I liked much of the improvements on the SD-C and the satin/matte dial was awesome. However, for me, the elongated clasp on the 116600 just didn't work. In the end I prefer my A-serial with lug holes, tried and true stamped bracelet and overall case dimensions on the 16600. Cheers

15 February 2018, 08:38 AM	#50
roger0770 Banned Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: On Earth Watch: A Few Posts: 1,510	Had the 16600, awesome awesome watch. However, the matte dial on the 116600 is what led to the switch. 116600 gets my vote.

15 February 2018, 09:38 AM	#52
G'ed "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: RolexHQ boardroom Posts: 1,232	Ah, the classic Sea-Dweller VS thread. Had both, still keeping 16600. That’s the only watch I will never ever let go.

22 February 2018, 07:00 AM	#53
edd26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Eduard Location: Romania Watch: 16570, 16600 Posts: 111	respect mate for your decision. 16600 is the real one, no shine and so on. just what you need, no bling bling look ( and clean rehaut )

20 April 2018, 06:14 AM	#54
bmdaia "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 29	SDC is just weird. Classic SD has so many wonderful options. Tritium, lumimova + lugholes, no-lugholes, the triple-six with those glorious James Bond endlinks, the unicorns with red dials, rail dials, Comex dials, etc. etc. etc. or you can just pick up a NOS M or V time capsule and watch the money grow. You can collect nothing but classic SD’s and never get bored.

20 April 2018, 07:33 AM	#56
kans86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Berlin Posts: 1,340	Someone said the 116600 is the best of both worlds, non-ceramic and ceramic, and I agree. The fully graduated bezel, semi-matte dial and gridlock bracelet won it for me.

20 April 2018, 07:50 AM	#57
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	5 digit gets my vote. I prefer glossy dial and clean bezel.

20 April 2018, 08:22 AM	#58
MP5 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: ATX Posts: 2,885

28 February 2022, 12:54 PM	#59
sierradelta1312 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Drache Location: USA Posts: 17	116600 was my first Rolex purchase. But it never really felt right to me. Top heavy, didn’t like the graduation all the way around the bezel, thought I wanted cyclops, and ultimately traded it for a SubC which I love. Kind of wish I kept it given resale value but wasn’t able to at the time. Several years and a couple Rolex buys later, I ended up picking up a 16600 and absolutely love it. While I appreciate and like the bracelet and deployant of my SubC, I do like the lighter weight bracelet of the 16600. Clasp doesn’t bother me. Perhaps it’s because it just fits my wrist better, but it gets the most wrist time of my collection and I couldn’t be happier. At the end of the day, I think it really comes down to personal preference which you prefer and why. All that counts is that you are happy with your choice.

28 February 2022, 05:10 PM	#60
speedbird90 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: N/A Watch: 16710, 16610LV Posts: 137	I would keep the 16600 and spend my money on other things. The 16600 is an absolute legend. If you needed a watch for a "one watch collection", that'd be it.

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