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M_ROLEX · 15 October 2013, 10:23 AM

Dear members,
I`m buying a Rolex 16610lv and cant decide if I should go for the newer one(RRR) 2008 or Mark II, 2004

...what you say and why do you think this or that, any input is welcome.
BTW, the price is the same and both come with box and paper.

captkevin · 15 October 2013, 11:39 AM

what ever one is in better shape. The only ones that might be collectable are the Y and early F's with the flat 4 bezel.

Tools · 15 October 2013, 12:00 PM

Well, Rolex doesn't make watches by model year so I would want to know more before I made my decision.. But I would likely agree with the above.. for the same price the one in the best condition is the better buy..

SWISSAHOLICS · 15 October 2013, 12:21 PM

Condition for me always

Jason71 · 15 October 2013, 12:24 PM

Condition, condition, condition. Buy the one that is in the better condition.

bde · 15 October 2013, 12:27 PM

I agree, condition! I personally like the engraved rehaut of the later years. Buy the best one, and the one that sings to you.

Chaching · 15 October 2013, 01:12 PM

Condition, Condition...mine is a 2005 "D" minty with all paperwork, boxes, hangtags etc....

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SohAIS · 15 October 2013, 01:16 PM

Condition for sure

Gaijin · 15 October 2013, 01:21 PM

I prefer the engraved rehaut. Collectability wise a flat 4 Y or F if you can get one.

travisb · 15 October 2013, 06:50 PM

I also prefer the look of the engraved rehaut, but condition is key.

Baselman · 15 October 2013, 06:55 PM

Condition and please also note the bezel green colour has different shades ( check forums here for info on different green shades ) I personally prefer the darker shiny green bezel than the lighter flat green bezel - yes there are different colour green bezels!

Johny · 15 October 2013, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Jason71

Condition, condition, condition. Buy the one that is in the better condition.

this. condition.

M_ROLEX · 15 October 2013, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baselman

Condition and please also note the bezel green colour has different shades ( check forums here for info on different green shades ) I personally prefer the darker shiny green bezel than the lighter flat green bezel - yes there are different colour green bezels!

I always thought this had to do with the age of the watch, that it got lighter with time, you mean thats not the case?
Anyway...if I buy a flat four, mark I and need to buy a new bezel, will Rolex replace it with one like that?
You are right about looking at the condition, I´ll look in to it...

padi56 · 15 October 2013, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by captkevin

what ever one is in better shape. The only ones that might be collectable are the Y and early F's with the flat 4 bezel.

Well who knows perhaps Rolex will introduce the so called flat 4 font in replacement inserts again.After all in the same time frame all the Subs and SD plus others were using the same so called flat four font. Just like they have used the same flat four font many many times through the decades of Rolex sports watches.

M_ROLEX · 15 October 2013, 08:27 PM

What would you go for if you have a M-V serial that is for sale at 7325$ and a flat four early F serial for 8138$ both complete...price seems fair? Thanks for your time and advice guys!

Cc1966 · 15 October 2013, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Gaijin

I prefer the engraved rehaut. Collectability wise a flat 4 Y or F if you can get one.

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Puffy · 15 October 2013, 08:44 PM

Y9xxx

or

very early F0xxx

Gaijin · 15 October 2013, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by M_ROLEX

What would you go for if you have a M-V serial that is for sale at 7325$ and a flat four early F serial for 8138$ both complete...price seems fair? Thanks for your time and advice guys!

At those prices I would go for the M or the V. Especially if you are planning on wearing it and not making it a safe queen.

Racerdj · 15 October 2013, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Jason71

Condition, condition, condition. Buy the one that is in the better condition.

I have the same thoughts.

SLS · 16 October 2013, 02:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M_ROLEX

What would you go for if you have a M-V serial that is for sale at 7325$ and a flat four early F serial for 8138$ both complete...price seems fair? Thanks for your time and advice guys!

Has the F serial been serviced recently? If not, it will be due shortly....so you need to account for that in your purchase price. A typical service will cost you $350 to $700 depending where you send it.
Scott

M_ROLEX · 16 October 2013, 10:41 AM

Thanks guys, I think Ill go for M-serial or later.
I found a couple in very good condition.
You've been helpful��!

Urosfan · 16 October 2013, 11:16 AM

Condition

mktventertainment · 16 October 2013, 03:58 PM

I'm selling my 16610LV which has been serviced by RSC Dallas and has not been worn since. PM if me if interested.

Padi edit
That was a blatant attempt to sell on your first and last post on forum please dont slam the door on your way out.

Zoran · 16 October 2013, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mktventertainment

I'm selling my 16610LV which has been serviced by RSC Dallas and has not been worn since. PM if me if interested.

First and only post and most definitely misplaced!

sea-dweller · 17 October 2013, 06:13 AM

Yes, condition and service history.

15 October 2013, 10:23 AM	#1
M_ROLEX "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Sweden Watch: 116520 16610 Posts: 47	Buying Sub 16610LV...Input please!!! Dear members, I`m buying a Rolex 16610lv and cant decide if I should go for the newer one(RRR) 2008 or Mark II, 2004 ...what you say and why do you think this or that, any input is welcome. BTW, the price is the same and both come with box and paper.

15 October 2013, 12:00 PM	#3
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,490	Well, Rolex doesn't make watches by model year so I would want to know more before I made my decision.. But I would likely agree with the above.. for the same price the one in the best condition is the better buy.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

15 October 2013, 12:21 PM	#4
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	Condition for me always __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

15 October 2013, 12:24 PM	#5
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	Condition, condition, condition. Buy the one that is in the better condition. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

15 October 2013, 08:44 PM	#17
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Y9xxx or very early F0xxx __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

15 October 2013, 11:39 AM	#2
captkevin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Florida Watch: Subs Posts: 689	what ever one is in better shape. The only ones that might be collectable are the Y and early F's with the flat 4 bezel.

15 October 2013, 12:27 PM	#6
bde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Brad Location: Indiana Watch: -aholics anonymous Posts: 1,589	I agree, condition! I personally like the engraved rehaut of the later years. Buy the best one, and the one that sings to you.

15 October 2013, 01:12 PM	#7
Chaching "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: None of ya #@! Location: Somewhere Watch: Many! 116718 GOLD Posts: 2,137	Condition, Condition...mine is a 2005 "D" minty with all paperwork, boxes, hangtags etc.... 20130425_7.jpg 20130425_10.jpg

15 October 2013, 01:16 PM	#8
SohAIS ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Aamir Location: Atlanta, Georgia Watch: Patek, Rolex Posts: 34,356	Condition for sure

15 October 2013, 01:21 PM	#9
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	I prefer the engraved rehaut. Collectability wise a flat 4 Y or F if you can get one.

15 October 2013, 06:50 PM	#10
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,402	I also prefer the look of the engraved rehaut, but condition is key.

15 October 2013, 06:55 PM	#11
Baselman "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Switzerland Watch: 1665 GreatWhite SD Posts: 1,527	Condition and please also note the bezel green colour has different shades ( check forums here for info on different green shades ) I personally prefer the darker shiny green bezel than the lighter flat green bezel - yes there are different colour green bezels!

15 October 2013, 08:27 PM	#15
M_ROLEX "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Sweden Watch: 116520 16610 Posts: 47	What would you go for if you have a M-V serial that is for sale at 7325$ and a flat four early F serial for 8138$ both complete...price seems fair? Thanks for your time and advice guys!

16 October 2013, 10:41 AM	#21
M_ROLEX "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Sweden Watch: 116520 16610 Posts: 47	Thanks guys, I think Ill go for M-serial or later. I found a couple in very good condition. You've been helpful��!

16 October 2013, 11:16 AM	#22
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Condition

16 October 2013, 03:58 PM	#23
mktventertainment Banned Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Orlando Posts: 1	I'm selling my 16610LV which has been serviced by RSC Dallas and has not been worn since. PM if me if interested. Padi edit That was a blatant attempt to sell on your first and last post on forum please dont slam the door on your way out. Last edited by padi56; 17 October 2013 at 12:24 AM..

17 October 2013, 06:13 AM	#25
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Yes, condition and service history.

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