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Texasjim · 14 May 2010, 01:32 AM

Howdy from Texas.

Here is the skinny.... Currently I own, a 16600 "P", a 116660 "V", and a 14060 "T" on NATO. Looking to feed my Sub fetish by purchasing a couple more Subs. The new SS Ceramic Sub will be a done deal when its finally available, though I have an itch which need scratching. Considering a 16610 LV, a 16660 SD, a 16610, or something vintage. I appreciate your thoughts.

Cheers!

Jim

t e x · 14 May 2010, 01:35 AM

Welcome to TRF Texasjim!

You can't go wrong with the models you're considering... I'd say which one is singing to you the loudest?

Texasjim · 14 May 2010, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by t e x

Welcome to TRF Texasjim!

You can't go wrong with the models you're considering... I'd say which one is singing to you the loudest?

Thanks TEX,

Have owned a bazzilion (+ or - one or two)

Subs over the years, and one doesn't sing any louder than another.... they all blare sounds of "BUY ME NEXT"! Just looking to get going on my collection.

Jim

t e x · 14 May 2010, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Texasjim

Thanks TEX,

Have owned a bazzilion (+ or - one or two)

Subs over the years, and one doesn't sing any louder than another.... they all blare sounds of "BUY ME NEXT"! Just looking to get going on my collection.

Jim

Lol Jim love it and I hear the same blaring sounds

....others say to get the LV. I'll go on a limb and agree... pricing is creeping up on 'em. I have had mine about a month and I have the black bezel insert which btw is still unopened in it's original packaging.

Joel

sea-dweller · 14 May 2010, 02:17 AM

Yep, they are all nice models. It's the one YOU like best !

JUSTROLEXES · 14 May 2010, 02:20 AM

Welcome to TRF Jim, I would go for the LV...

multimedia · 14 May 2010, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by justrolexes

Welcome to TRF Jim, I would go for the LV...

+1

Cheers,
Joe

gqllc · 14 May 2010, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by multimedia

+1

Cheers,
Joe

+2!! That is what I did!

z32turbo · 14 May 2010, 03:54 AM

I understand your pain. Looking for a sub myself.

nauticajoe · 14 May 2010, 04:25 AM

Welcome!
Of the choices, I would go with the SD. There are a lot less of them out there. Either way you can't go wrong.
Good Luck! Happy Hunting!!

etp095 · 14 May 2010, 04:35 AM

I would go for the Green,then if your still hungry,grab a SD.
happy hunting

Traveler · 14 May 2010, 04:37 AM

How about the WG blue dial/bezel model ?

Nicko · 14 May 2010, 04:47 AM

IMO and this is only my opinion, your itch can be scratched only with vintage. Once you've gone vintage, it's hard to go back to anything else. I mean, just the simple thought that the watch you are wearing is from a time like mine, the mid to late 60s, a turbulent time indeed. I can't help but wonder where this watch was when famous events that shaped my nation's history were happening. It's wearable history and when I wear it I have a connection to it. This is something I just can not achieve wearing a new model Rolex. Here's another chance to show off my 1967 5513!

Stelz · 14 May 2010, 06:20 AM

All great choices but I would go with the LV. Good luck with your choice!!

Goodwatch · 14 May 2010, 06:25 AM

I would go for this, but I also realize that this will remain a pipe dream for most of us. But still I would to like include it

Texasjim · 14 May 2010, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

I would go for this, but I also realize that this will remain a pipe dream for most of us. But still I would to like include it

Ahhhh.... the 5513/5517

Boy, do I love my wife, and I want to keep her!

Goodwatch · 14 May 2010, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Texasjim

Ahhhh.... the 5513/5517

Boy, do I love my wife, and I want to keep her!

Go for it, only 60K or so

t e x · 14 May 2010, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Nicko

IMO and this is only my opinion, your itch can be scratched only with vintage. Once you've gone vintage, it's hard to go back to anything else. I mean, just the simple thought that the watch you are wearing is from a time like mine, the mid to late 60s, a turbulent time indeed. I can't help but wonder where this watch was when famous events that shaped my nation's history were happening. It's wearable history and when I wear it I have a connection to it. This is something I just can not achieve wearing a new model Rolex. Here's another chance to show off my 1967 5513!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

I would go for this, but I also realize that this will remain a pipe dream for most of us. But still I would to like include it

Quote:

Originally Posted by Texasjim

Ahhhh.... the 5513/5517

Boy, do I love my wife, and I want to keep her!

Holy smokes guys... so in love with the those vintages... loving that patina...

pipe dream lol

...still hear my name being called though...

good choice Jim. Looking forward to seeing how the black bezel insert will look on my m series LV

Rebel · 14 May 2010, 06:28 AM

Welcome to TRF!

Texasjim · 14 May 2010, 06:34 AM

Nicko.... I feel/fear there will be vintages in my future, as I appreciate them in a big way.

As for now, I just committed to a LV "M" via "Justrolexes" Tony. First thing will be to replace the green bezel with a black one. (sorry if that offends anyone)

One target acquired... off to the next conquest, maybe a 16660, or kick ass plastic.

Looking for that "sleeper" sub, as I am sure most of you are on the hunt for.

Cheers!

JMIND · 14 May 2010, 10:22 AM

I'm not a fan of the green so I went with the 16610 and treasure it. Good luck in making your decision.

Traveler · 14 May 2010, 12:18 PM

Old watches just don't do anything for me. As for patina,,Ill pass,, I'd rather look at new blue lume !

ersnyder · 14 May 2010, 12:23 PM

Go for the LV, a very unique piece that gets better and better with each wearing!!

14 May 2010, 01:32 AM	#1
Texasjim 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Jim Location: Lone Star State Watch: ...this! Posts: 216	New guy here, with a Sub question. Howdy from Texas. Here is the skinny.... Currently I own, a 16600 "P", a 116660 "V", and a 14060 "T" on NATO. Looking to feed my Sub fetish by purchasing a couple more Subs. The new SS Ceramic Sub will be a done deal when its finally available, though I have an itch which need scratching. Considering a 16610 LV, a 16660 SD, a 16610, or something vintage. I appreciate your thoughts. Cheers! Jim

14 May 2010, 01:35 AM	#2
t e x "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Joel Location: Renton, WA Watch: 16610LV Posts: 2,990	Welcome to TRF Texasjim! You can't go wrong with the models you're considering... I'd say which one is singing to you the loudest? __________________ ___/ /_/ /_____ 16610LV; Ball Diver EMT II \:::::::::::::::/ ~~~~~~~~~~

14 May 2010, 02:17 AM	#5
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Yep, they are all nice models. It's the one YOU like best ! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

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14 May 2010, 04:35 AM	#11
etp095 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: rudolph Location: chicago burbs Posts: 2,026	I would go for the Green,then if your still hungry,grab a SD. happy hunting __________________ tt date circa 69' 5513 circa 81' ss sub w/date (z) pepsi gmt for dad(D) polar expy II(z) 1675 gmt circa 68' ladies datejust on jubilee for mom (z) sea dweller16600(M) SS Sub-C(g) Omega Planet Ocean,45.5 on mesh(2500D)

14 May 2010, 03:54 AM	#9
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	I understand your pain. Looking for a sub myself.

14 May 2010, 04:25 AM	#10
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Welcome! Of the choices, I would go with the SD. There are a lot less of them out there. Either way you can't go wrong. Good Luck! Happy Hunting!!

14 May 2010, 04:37 AM	#12
Traveler Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 374	How about the WG blue dial/bezel model ?

14 May 2010, 04:47 AM	#13
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	IMO and this is only my opinion, your itch can be scratched only with vintage. Once you've gone vintage, it's hard to go back to anything else. I mean, just the simple thought that the watch you are wearing is from a time like mine, the mid to late 60s, a turbulent time indeed. I can't help but wonder where this watch was when famous events that shaped my nation's history were happening. It's wearable history and when I wear it I have a connection to it. This is something I just can not achieve wearing a new model Rolex. Here's another chance to show off my 1967 5513!

14 May 2010, 06:20 AM	#14
Stelz Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Mike Location: New Hampshire Watch: SUB C Posts: 24	All great choices but I would go with the LV. Good luck with your choice!!

14 May 2010, 06:25 AM	#15
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	I would go for this, but I also realize that this will remain a pipe dream for most of us. But still I would to like include it __________________ Member# 127

14 May 2010, 06:28 AM	#19
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,241	Welcome to TRF! __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

14 May 2010, 06:34 AM	#20
Texasjim 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Jim Location: Lone Star State Watch: ...this! Posts: 216	Nicko.... I feel/fear there will be vintages in my future, as I appreciate them in a big way. As for now, I just committed to a LV "M" via "Justrolexes" Tony. First thing will be to replace the green bezel with a black one. (sorry if that offends anyone) One target acquired... off to the next conquest, maybe a 16660, or kick ass plastic. Looking for that "sleeper" sub, as I am sure most of you are on the hunt for. Cheers!

14 May 2010, 10:22 AM	#21
JMIND "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jerry Location: New Mexico Watch: 16610 M Series Posts: 1,084	I'm not a fan of the green so I went with the 16610 and treasure it. Good luck in making your decision.

14 May 2010, 12:18 PM	#22
Traveler Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 374	Old watches just don't do anything for me. As for patina,,Ill pass,, I'd rather look at new blue lume !

14 May 2010, 12:23 PM	#23
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	Go for the LV, a very unique piece that gets better and better with each wearing!!

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