Next= 16610 lv VS 116610 lv hulk

[jaySL350]

just wondered what peoples thoughts were around the above 2 watches,,,
Not very much between them used,,,,,,
i have been told the "hulks" dial comes across black in different light,,,,
i really cant decide what of the two would be the more prudent purchase,,,
Both watches i love and this is the first time that i have been split between two watches ,,,,,,
any opinions much appreciated and thanks for reading,,,,,,,

[Cru Jones]

for me, LVc....the dial + glidelock + ceramic bezel insert + the lugs (i prefer the modern lugs on sports models) + the dial (did i write "the dial" twice?).

[jaySL350]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

for me, LVc....the dial + glidelock + ceramic bezel insert + the lugs (i prefer the modern lugs on sports models) + the dial (did i write "the dial" twice?).

Thanks Cru,,
this is the first and only time that i have been torn between 2 watches....

[WatchWeb]

;)

[Goin2drt]

Lvc. I love mine.

[GotF1]

Originally Posted by Goin2drt

Lvc. I love mine.

I second that! The 16610LV is a nice watch too, but the LVC really shines.

[Black Bay Dan]

I would suggest the original 16610LV due to the lack of maxi case, but then again I am biased. Good luck.

Dan

[Hodog16]

I've had both. I prefer the 116610LV because the ceramic bezel is much less prone to damage, and the glidelock clasp looks much better (to me) and allows for adjustability.

From a money perspective you are right if you buy pre-owned both will be in the $7500 +/- range. The only benefit I see to the 16610LV is that if the condition remains good, the value will continue to rise whereas the current 116610LV will stay the same unless it's discontinued or updated.

[jaySL350]

Originally Posted by Hodog16

I've had both. I prefer the 116610LV because the ceramic bezel is much less prone to damage, and the glidelock clasp looks much better (to me) and allows for adjustability.

From a money perspective you are right if you buy pre-owned both will be in the $7500 +/- range. The only benefit I see to the 16610LV is that if the condition remains good, the value will continue to rise whereas the current 116610LV will stay the same unless it's discontinued or updated.

From one jas to another thanks for that,,,,
the 16610lvs are full sets but coming up for service time,,,,,,
head is telling me 16610 but my heart is saying 1166101,,,,,,,
no impulsiveness for this as i intend it to be a keeper,,,,
thanks for the input all,,,,,,

[Cru Jones]

Originally Posted by jaySL350

my heart is saying 1166101,,,,,,,

there you go. you've answered your own question.

[rdragon]

Have both and although the case shape/lugs on LV is more aesthetically pleasing, the dial and the glidelock on the LVc makes it a more enjoyable watch.

[jaySL350]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

there you go. you've answered your own question.

hey Cru,,,,
thanks for the positive response but there in lays the problem,,
i have made some awful mistakes by ignoring the head and going with the heart and vice-versa of courselol,,,,,
i like the idea that a 16610 would lay flatter on the wrist but a 116610 has the glidelock and ceramic insert but the inserts are reasonably cheap for the 16610 if they scratch easily? i believe,,,,,
Certainly wont be rushing into this one,,,
thanks again for the input peeps,,,,

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by jaySL350

i like the idea that a 16610 would lay flatter on the wrist but a 116610 has the glidelock and ceramic insert but the inserts are reasonably cheap for the 16610 if they scratch easily? i believe,,,,,
Certainly wont be rushing into this one,,,
thanks again for the input peeps,,,,

OK. Whatever minuscule amount that the 16610 lays flatter on the wrist is totally insignificant to the fact that you get a much more adjustable bracelet with a glide lock.

I'm with Cru, the dial, bracelet, and the glide lock alone seal it for me. Now, I must admit, the early lime green inserts on the 16610 LV's have a special place in my heart, but for the overall watch, I'm going Lvc every time.

[rdragon]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

OK. Whatever minuscule amount that the 16610 lays flatter on the wrist is totally insignificant to the fact that you get a much more adjustable bracelet with a glide lock.

I'm with Cru, the dial, bracelet, and the glide lock alone seal it for me. Now, I must admit, the early lime green inserts on the 16610 LV's have a special place in my heart, but for the overall watch, I'm going Lvc every time.

Yep, I've tried to micro adjust the 16610lv in so many different combinations and it still can't beat the comfort of the fit on the LVc due to the glidelock.

[jaySL350]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

OK. Whatever minuscule amount that the 16610 lays flatter on the wrist is totally insignificant to the fact that you get a much more adjustable bracelet with a glide lock.

I'm with Cru, the dial, bracelet, and the glide lock alone seal it for me. Now, I must admit, the early lime green inserts on the 16610 LV's have a special place in my heart, but for the overall watch, I'm going Lvc every time.

Larry,,thanks for that,,,Reddragon also thanks,,, the fit is the deal breaker
more positives to the 116610,,,

[ancientmariner]

Jas, I looked at these 2 watches too, and now own one. For me the choice was easy once I tried both on. I bet one will be a clear winner for you.

[jaySL350]

Originally Posted by ancientmariner

Jas, I looked at these 2 watches too, and now own one. For me the choice was easy once I tried both on. I bet one will be a clear winner for you.

yeah ancientmariner,,i am starting to get that feeling,,
albeit Dans 16610 from Sussex did look great on the wrist,,,,
thanks am,,
much appreciated all,,,,,

[Gaijin]

They are both great. The LVC fits better nut the LV is just a classic.

[Gerardus]

I think that the 5 digit fits better and wears more comfortable than the C version.

[Steve36Efc]

LVC without a doubt, many people prefer the older 16610 but the sunburst dial, ceramic bezel and glide lock make the LVC a winner in my mind

[luvsub]

Lvc +1

[masyv6]

Originally Posted by rdragon

Have both and although the case shape/lugs on LV is more aesthetically pleasing, the dial and the glidelock on the LVc makes it a more enjoyable watch.

GlideLock is a really amazing feature on the newer divers. Your bracelet is always fitting perfectly.

[WJGESQ]

Originally Posted by Hodog16

I've had both. I prefer the 116610LV because the ceramic bezel is much less prone to damage, and the glidelock clasp looks much better (to me) and allows for adjustability.

From a money perspective you are right if you buy pre-owned both will be in the $7500 +/- range. The only benefit I see to the 16610LV is that if the condition remains good, the value will continue to rise whereas the current 116610LV will stay the same unless it's discontinued or updated.

Hulks the winner here.

[JLM3]

Lv

[yukosaturno]

i never owned a ceramic sub,but i've wore them quite a few times,and i much prefer the lugs,clasp,bezel and dial on the lv,and as others said,if it's in good condition,it will also be a good investment,you could make a few bucks on the hulk,but there are thousands of them out there,nothing special.

the kermit tho,great size,looks gorgeous,and it's somewhat a special edition.

not that you can go wrong with either,but the pre ceramics are way better in my opinion,and i'm a 5 digit fan also lol

[elkaholic]

Between the two I'd go LVc. I have a close friend who wears the 16610LV daily and has for four or five years. To me, the LVc with green bezel AND dial just looks better. For whatever reason, the stark difference between the black and green on the LV just doesn't do it for me.

I really think the LVc is a stunning piece to look at, I just don't want green everyday for myself, doesn't work with what I have to wear to work or what I wear outside of work.....just my opinion.