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16 February 2009, 04:42 PM | #1 |
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Rolex Submariner 16610 Review
I just purchased my first Rolex timepiece on the 12th!
This was a gift to myself because I recently just got out of the Marines (hit the end of my contract; I was honorably discharged from active duty in 2005), I am graduating from Virginia Tech in May and I landed my first job as a graphic designer without even applying to the agency that hired me. So I plan on getting "USMC/VPI&SU/NCM" engraved on the back on different lines very soon to celebrate all of these huge personal accomplishments. So, here's my review thus far: Not too heavy, not too large, not too small. It has a great weight, it's super comfortable and doesn't pull my arm hair. It's awfully attractive and looks great. Something that may or may not be a new aesthetic feature on the new Submariners is the Rolex engraving around the inner bezel w/ the serial number at the top. I think that that is actually my favorite subtle feature. I said this on Amazon and I'll say it here: it's a Rolex, but it's just a watch. Now, the difference with this watch and my others (Gucci, Movado and Armani) is that I am completely satisfied with the Rolex. Perfect dressed up, perfect dressed down. Beautiful features and says boldly, "this is the only watch you'll ever need." And I think that is the beauty of a Rolex, you pay for satisfaction. I am a graphic designer and am never fully satisfied with any of my work and it translates to the rest of my life; I'm never content. Not with my car, not in relationships (unhealthy, I know)... but I can honestly say that with this watch, I am completely pacified by the perfection of it. So, would I recommend others to buy this or any other Rolex? Asbo-freaking-lutely. I don't know too many other friends that will throw down $6k on a watch in their mid-20's, but that's another thing I love, it makes someone stand out (in a superficial way, but I'm okay with that). Cheers all. www.glennsorrentino.com |
1 March 2009, 02:55 AM | #2 |
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Congrats Sorrentinog4!!! You deserve this great watch for all the achievements you listed. I have the same watch recently and like yourself, I just love this piece!
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Congratulations and thank you for your honarable service ! pictures got to have pictures we like pictures
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Congrats! Sounds like this watch is well-deserved! I have the same one and adore it. A timeless classic. Enjoy it!
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1 March 2009, 09:38 AM | #5 |
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Congratulations and thank you for your honorable service
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Indeed, timeless beauties. A submariner today or one from 30 years ago, equally remarkable and virtually unchanged in its form and function. A Rolex of today has as much appeal as one of yesterday. One of the things I greatly admire about Rolex. Enjoy your 16610, I certainly enjoy mine. Cheers!
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Congrats on your accomplishments over the last few years.
From one Vet to another......Live Long and Prosper!
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Well said brother!! Congrats and enjoy your new watch mate!!
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7 March 2009, 05:33 AM | #12 |
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Here are some pics of the new Rolex:
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Best watch review ever.
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I watched the photos of your new Sub Date 15 minutes before remark it...
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stunning watch!
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Nice review.
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What watch???? A pair of classic beauties you have there!!!
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Beautiful Pics!
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Don't want to hijack this thread
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30 March 2009, 11:25 PM | #20 |
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Admitting it is the first step. Now, don't hijack it.
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amazing pictures really
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There is something in this thread that makes me come back... hmmm :) :)
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Great watch, i just signed in to this forum and i got a 16610 also! i love it! i havent take it off since the day i got it. i will post fotos soon
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Thanks for the review and of course the photos
I'm interested in your statement: Quote:
Others may well judge a person wearing a Rolex as technically astute or a person who appreciates the robustness of the timepiece. In the end its more what you think of your own watch and how you enjoy it, knowing what it is, than anything anyone else may think of you. At least that's the way I tend to feel
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thats so true!!!!!
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Did she even have a watch on?
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Nice review !
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