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HogwldFLTR · 6 May 2016, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by leftnose

I have a 5 digit Sub and a 6 digit Datejust. I wouldn't swap either one for the other generation. 6 digit sport watches are too chunky whereas 5 digit dress watches are too slim to me.

For DJs I can handle both; btw do you mean 36mm or 41mm DJs? Sub and GMTs for me are five digit watches sue to the case sizes.

Wooddog44 · 6 May 2016, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Ckci

Totally agree! In general for me 4's>5's>6's! Please post pics of your 5 digit models, otherwise its teasing.

Russell.

Ok, happy Friday!!

leftnose · 6 May 2016, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

For DJs I can handle both; btw do you mean 36mm or 41mm DJs? Sub and GMTs for me are five digit watches sue to the case sizes.

Was there a 5-digit DJII? I was speaking of the DJ36 and my preference for its 6-digit version. I've never liked the DJII for the lack of a Jubilee. I won't consider the DJ41, either, until it is offered in SS/WG.

rozyd · 7 May 2016, 12:02 AM

I have 4, 5 and 6 digits. I do find that I wear the 6 digits more often than the 5 and the 5 more often than the 4.

That being said if I find myself a GMT II with lug holes and a SEL bracelet, that might become my #1 daily wearer....

Rockrolex · 7 May 2016, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by abrasive

Nope. Never say, "never," but... Never.

X at least 2.

cjohns · 7 May 2016, 12:06 AM

Purchased a 16200 white stick, gave it my boy.Would like to pick up 116200 smooth bezel white stick,just feels a bit beefier and looks it too.

rmlovett1 · 7 May 2016, 12:41 AM

Have both, love both!!

Headshrinker · 7 May 2016, 12:44 AM

Sometimes, I look at my two-tone GMT and think about trading for a newer model. There is something about the smaller crown that bothers me when I see it next to the new ceramic model.

RinkRolex · 7 May 2016, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

Have both, love both!!

This!

iliketime · 7 May 2016, 01:28 AM

loving the five digits, 16570, and hopefully soon a 14060 or 14060M. theres nice older one in the for sale that I hope to get

Cimballi · 7 May 2016, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Headshrinker

Sometimes, I look at my two-tone GMT and think about trading for a newer model. There is something about the smaller crown that bothers me when I see it next to the new ceramic model.

I have exactly the same comment about the smaller GMT crown.

Why did Rolex equip the GMT with a crown that looked undersized?
Maybe they simply did not consider the GMT as a "pilot watch", meant to be operated with gloves.
I was happy to see that it was corrected in the ceramic version.

Bakasana · 7 May 2016, 03:12 AM

Prefer 14060, 16220, 16570 and my 14270, over any current models out. I'm happy with ALL of them and will keep 'em till my last breath.

Black Bay Dan · 7 May 2016, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Headshrinker

Sometimes, I look at my two-tone GMT and think about trading for a newer model. There is something about the smaller crown that bothers me when I see it next to the new ceramic model.

That is such a gorgeous watch. No comparison to the 6 digit reference in my opinion. Keep it.

Dan

leftnose · 7 May 2016, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Cimballi

I have exactly the same comment about the smaller GMT crown.

Why did Rolex equip the GMT with a crown that looked undersized?
Maybe they simply did not consider the GMT as a "pilot watch", meant to be operated with gloves.
I was happy to see that it was corrected in the ceramic version.

Erm, the GMT was invented as a pilot's watch but in the jet age when pilots had long stopped wearing gloves.

Twinlock vs. Triplock, really. The bigger crown existed for additional water resistance which, logically, probably wasn't deemed necessary for a pilot's watch.

GeoGio Greece · 7 May 2016, 03:21 AM

When I started with Rolex, bac in the '70's I got a 4-digit and later some 5's. I kept renewing them

as to get the better crystal, the fast date, the solid end links, etc.

Mistake. These watches were the best !

Now I have a 4 ( 5513 ) and a 5 ( 16700 ) and will remain as such. Lug holes lover !

Even the wife's is a 5 one.

Daughter goes to the 6.

douglasf13 · 7 May 2016, 03:55 AM

As a Porsche lover, the 5 vs 6 digit debate reminds me of 911s. Despite the technological superiority of the newest model in nearly every regard, if I was offered either a 993 or a 991, I'd take the 993 every time.

Frosty · 7 May 2016, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by thomaspp

When I had 5 digit references I felt the need to upgrade......... to 4 digit references! rolf...

X2 The 16750 (which I still have) was my constant companion until a 1675 was shown to me. It went on the wrist and over a year later it is still there.

Jason71 · 7 May 2016, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Ckci

In general for me 4's>5's>6's!

^^^^^^^^^THIS

I own 4's, 5's, and 6's, but I would rather wear one of my 1665's over any of the other watches, or my 5513 when I need something to take some abuse. My ceramics come out when I'm getting all dressed-up........and that isn't very often.

R1@160@alltimes · 7 May 2016, 06:35 AM

I buy my watches to mark special milestones in my life. I am not the one to flip watches. I buy them, love them, keep them.

The end.

toneafficianado · 7 May 2016, 06:41 AM

I have both and love them for different reasons.
I don't want to "upgrade" my 14060M for a 114060 as the 5 digit makes me smiile every time I look at it and put it on. Go for the ones YOU prefer.

toneafficianado · 7 May 2016, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Headshrinker

Sometimes, I look at my two-tone GMT and think about trading for a newer model. There is something about the smaller crown that bothers me when I see it next to the new ceramic model.

The crown on your TT won't dig into your wrist on a cold day though.
Th one on my 14060M does when the watch is on its bracelet as I can't easilt shorten it. I'd prefer the smaller crown if there was a choice.

Jason71 · 7 May 2016, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by GeoGio Greece

When I started with Rolex, bac in the '70's I got a 4-digit and later some 5's. I kept renewing them

as to get the better crystal, the fast date, the solid end links, etc.

Mistake. These watches were the best !

Now I have a 4 ( 5513 ) and a 5 ( 16700 ) and will remain as such. Lug holes lover !

Even the wife's is a 5 one.

Daughter goes to the 6.

I couldn't agree with you more my friend.

It doesn't get any better than this IMHO.

Porter · 7 May 2016, 08:56 AM

5 digits for me and loving 4 digits too. 6 digits are very big and modern IMO. I prefer the classic style and keeping all them like new if possible! I never buy thinking in sell later so I don't mind to clean, polish, brush...whatever I need to keep them in great conditions.

Eric Chan · 7 May 2016, 09:11 AM

Having owned both five and six digit references, my preference is with the six digits. Easylink and especially Glidelock clasps seal the deal for me.

puckbw11 · 7 May 2016, 09:31 AM

I tried the six digit sub--it just feels too big for me

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SCsailor · 7 May 2016, 09:36 AM

Love my 5 digit sub, no interest in the newer model. At the same time though, I love my 6 digit DJ

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joli160 · 7 May 2016, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by puckbw11

I tried the six digit sub--it just feels too big for me

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Maybe it feels that way, but it looks great

sea-dweller · 7 May 2016, 02:03 PM

Nope, I have 5 and 6 digit models.

Rock · 7 May 2016, 05:13 PM

I like the 'finish' of the ceramics but usually not the colour.
Love the new bracelets.
Not keen on new sizes and chunky shapes.
You can't have everything it seems so on balance I will stay with the fives.

sgmgolf · 7 May 2016, 08:37 PM

Of the 4 watches I own 3 are 5 digit references. I just prefer the simplicity of them. Mostly brushed finishes and light bracelets. For me, those are the watches that really drove my interest and appreciation for them.

7 May 2016, 12:06 AM	#66
cjohns "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Clark Location: Ramsey Minnesota Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 954	Purchased a 16200 white stick, gave it my boy.Would like to pick up 116200 smooth bezel white stick,just feels a bit beefier and looks it too. __________________ GMT Master II 126300 41 White stick smooth Explorer 39mm SOLD ,, 114060 SOLD NIB Sub ND SOLD,,Shouldn't have!!!Crap!

7 May 2016, 03:21 AM	#75
GeoGio Greece "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: George Location: Athens, Greece Watch: es --> A lot ! Posts: 2,327	When I started with Rolex, bac in the '70's I got a 4-digit and later some 5's. I kept renewing them as to get the better crystal, the fast date, the solid end links, etc. Mistake. These watches were the best ! Now I have a 4 ( 5513 ) and a 5 ( 16700 ) and will remain as such. Lug holes lover ! Even the wife's is a 5 one. Daughter goes to the 6. __________________ Rolex owner since 1971. 5513 and 16700 the loved ones. DJ WG Jubilee 16170 for wife - U series Oyster Perpetual WG 177234 for daughter V-series

7 May 2016, 06:35 AM	#79
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	I buy my watches to mark special milestones in my life. I am not the one to flip watches. I buy them, love them, keep them. The end. __________________

7 May 2016, 09:11 AM	#84
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	Having owned both five and six digit references, my preference is with the six digits. Easylink and especially Glidelock clasps seal the deal for me. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016

7 May 2016, 02:03 PM	#88
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Nope, I have 5 and 6 digit models. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

7 May 2016, 12:02 AM	#64
rozyd "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Michigan Watch: SD,DD,Exp1,Daytona Posts: 550	I have 4, 5 and 6 digits. I do find that I wear the 6 digits more often than the 5 and the 5 more often than the 4. That being said if I find myself a GMT II with lug holes and a SEL bracelet, that might become my #1 daily wearer....

7 May 2016, 12:41 AM	#67
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,472	Have both, love both!!

7 May 2016, 01:28 AM	#70
iliketime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Jack Location: NYC Watch: 16570, 16710 Posts: 1,535	loving the five digits, 16570, and hopefully soon a 14060 or 14060M. theres nice older one in the for sale that I hope to get

7 May 2016, 03:12 AM	#72
Bakasana Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Greenwich Village Posts: 588	Prefer 14060, 16220, 16570 and my 14270, over any current models out. I'm happy with ALL of them and will keep 'em till my last breath.

7 May 2016, 03:55 AM	#76
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,622	As a Porsche lover, the 5 vs 6 digit debate reminds me of 911s. Despite the technological superiority of the newest model in nearly every regard, if I was offered either a 993 or a 991, I'd take the 993 every time.

7 May 2016, 06:41 AM	#80
toneafficianado 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Alan Location: Australia Posts: 2,204	I have both and love them for different reasons. I don't want to "upgrade" my 14060M for a 114060 as the 5 digit makes me smiile every time I look at it and put it on. Go for the ones YOU prefer.

7 May 2016, 08:56 AM	#83
Porter "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Carlos Location: Eivissa Watch: Rolex, Tudor.... Posts: 1,635	5 digits for me and loving 4 digits too. 6 digits are very big and modern IMO. I prefer the classic style and keeping all them like new if possible! I never buy thinking in sell later so I don't mind to clean, polish, brush...whatever I need to keep them in great conditions.

7 May 2016, 09:31 AM	#85
puckbw11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Texas/Virginia Posts: 292	I tried the six digit sub--it just feels too big for me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

7 May 2016, 09:36 AM	#86
SCsailor "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: South Carolina Posts: 334	Love my 5 digit sub, no interest in the newer model. At the same time though, I love my 6 digit DJ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

7 May 2016, 05:13 PM	#89
Rock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,846	I like the 'finish' of the ceramics but usually not the colour. Love the new bracelets. Not keen on new sizes and chunky shapes. You can't have everything it seems so on balance I will stay with the fives. __________________ Cellini 4112. Sub 14060M. DJ 16233. Rotherhams 1847 Pocket-watch. Foundation Member of 'Horologists Anonymous' "Hi, I'm Rocky, and I'm a Horologist..."

7 May 2016, 08:37 PM	#90
sgmgolf "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: MA Watch: 16600,16710,Tudor Posts: 1,372	Of the 4 watches I own 3 are 5 digit references. I just prefer the simplicity of them. Mostly brushed finishes and light bracelets. For me, those are the watches that really drove my interest and appreciation for them.

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