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Afghanvet · 18 April 2015, 11:54 AM

I've got the potential to trade a late model 16610 Sub date and a 16610LV 50th anniversary Sub, both in immaculate condition, for a 1680 Sub Red in excellent condition that's guaranteed 100% authentic with original box and papers (unfortunately, no pictures to share). I'm waaaayyy tempted... what do you think??

red1108nyc · 18 April 2015, 11:57 AM

Really depends.. has the case been polished? how polished? Serial vs. the dial match (period correct?) Original insert and pearl? How is the patina? Does it match completely? Any erosion on the hands?

You will need to check a lot of boxes before contemplating this trade. I would read through this basic primer first:

http://rolex.watchprosite.com/show-f...ti-649211/s-0/

tkerrmd · 18 April 2015, 11:59 AM

I wouldn't, but then again I have no desire to acquire the red sub. If that is what floats your boat then go for it

AS1 · 18 April 2015, 12:01 PM

vintage and modern are very different experiences for sure

Afghanvet · 18 April 2015, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

Really depends.. has the case been polished? how polished? Serial vs. the dial match (period correct?) Original insert and pearl? How is the patina? Does it match completely? Any erosion on the hands?

You will need to check a lot of boxes before contemplating this trade. I would read through this basic primer first:

http://rolex.watchprosite.com/show-f...ti-649211/s-0/

GREAT info... thanks!

red1108nyc · 18 April 2015, 12:13 PM

This beauty has very even matching patina which is important to me:

Smartyjones18 · 18 April 2015, 12:16 PM

If its a very good condition Red, i would go for it, afterall its easier to source for lv and 16610 if one day you missed them both.

DCheeta · 18 April 2015, 12:17 PM

As much as I love a good 1680, I would not do that trade. Add a 1680 white for half the price.

Jason71 · 18 April 2015, 12:29 PM

I don't think I could do that trade. Box / papers aren't important to me, and I think moneywise......you are losing a thousand or two. I wouldn't do it.

DCgator · 18 April 2015, 12:30 PM

No.

zama · 18 April 2015, 12:38 PM

I dont think I would. Depends as well what will be your daily watch, cant see a red sub being that.

Wllnv19 · 18 April 2015, 02:15 PM

While I love the Red Sub don't think I would trade two relatively new watches for one that is over 40 years old... But that's me.

Koala · 18 April 2015, 02:25 PM

Meh, I don't think I'd trade them but that's just me and nobody's opinion matters like your own. Go with your gut!

Cru Jones · 18 April 2015, 02:32 PM

That's a lot for some red ink, but the heart wants what the heart wants.

sickened1 · 18 April 2015, 02:42 PM

Voted no. I wouldn't trade those two.

captainnice · 18 April 2015, 03:01 PM

No

V.lats97nsx · 18 April 2015, 03:28 PM

I would. Red sub in excellent original condition with paperwork is a rare bird. Way way more rare than your 2 subs. If its a true full kit red sub then your looking at 17+. I cant see your subs worth anything close. My 2 cents.

Bond's First Watch · 18 April 2015, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by v.lats97nsx

I would. Red sub in excellent original condition with paperwork is a rare bird. Way way more rare than your 2 subs. If its a true full kit red sub then your looking at 17+. I cant see your subs worth anything close. My 2 cents.

I'd do the deal too. His two watches will slightly decline in value over the next few years while the red Sub will gain.

Jason71 · 18 April 2015, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Bond's First Watch

I'd do the deal too. His two watches will slightly decline in value over the next few years while the red Sub will gain.

Highly doubtful. Have you watched the asking price for a 16610LV on the forums for the last 4 years??!! I should have bought 10 of them. I could have made $15,000 - $20,000

wdin · 18 April 2015, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

This beauty has very even matching patina which is important to me:

omg!! what a stunning example!!

oh, I voted NO. sorry I got distracted..

SearChart · 18 April 2015, 07:48 PM

The red sub is a stunning piece and I'm not a big fan of most modern Rolex watches, so I'd do the trade.

The Libertine · 18 April 2015, 08:44 PM

That would be a No for me.

nick c · 18 April 2015, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

This beauty has very even matching patina which is important to me:

What a stunner Fred

rebel_1 · 18 April 2015, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Smartyjones18

If its a very good condition Red, i would go for it, afterall its easier to source for lv and 16610 if one day you missed them both.

Agreed.

brandrea · 18 April 2015, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Smartyjones18

If its a very good condition Red, i would go for it, afterall its easier to source for lv and 16610 if one day you missed them both.

This

^^^

watchnutty · 18 April 2015, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

This beauty has very even matching patina which is important to me:

if it looks like that, trade!

Karbo · 18 April 2015, 09:38 PM

I say yes but remember a vintage piece can not be worn near water. Thats why i have SD4K as a badass watch...

travisb · 18 April 2015, 09:38 PM

Take Fred's advice. If all boxes are checked then follow your heart.

WAK4 · 18 April 2015, 09:40 PM

Nope....rather have the two I would wear without concern vs 1 that is a collectors item

Muzz · 18 April 2015, 09:47 PM

Giving up too much in that deal IMO

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18 April 2015, 11:54 AM	#1
Afghanvet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Virginia Watch: Subs, SD4K Posts: 2,272	Trade or not? I've got the potential to trade a late model 16610 Sub date and a 16610LV 50th anniversary Sub, both in immaculate condition, for a 1680 Sub Red in excellent condition that's guaranteed 100% authentic with original box and papers (unfortunately, no pictures to share). I'm waaaayyy tempted... what do you think?? __________________ Subaholics Anonymous

18 April 2015, 12:29 PM	#9
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	I don't think I could do that trade. Box / papers aren't important to me, and I think moneywise......you are losing a thousand or two. I wouldn't do it. __________________ 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

18 April 2015, 12:38 PM	#11
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,807	I dont think I would. Depends as well what will be your daily watch, cant see a red sub being that. __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

18 April 2015, 02:25 PM	#13
Koala "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Jared Location: Boston Watch: AP 26401RO Posts: 469	Meh, I don't think I'd trade them but that's just me and nobody's opinion matters like your own. Go with your gut! __________________ - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26401RO - Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 - Rolex GMT-2 116710BLNR

18 April 2015, 11:57 AM	#2
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,511	Really depends.. has the case been polished? how polished? Serial vs. the dial match (period correct?) Original insert and pearl? How is the patina? Does it match completely? Any erosion on the hands? You will need to check a lot of boxes before contemplating this trade. I would read through this basic primer first: http://rolex.watchprosite.com/show-f...ti-649211/s-0/

18 April 2015, 11:59 AM	#3
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	I wouldn't, but then again I have no desire to acquire the red sub. If that is what floats your boat then go for it

18 April 2015, 12:01 PM	#4
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	vintage and modern are very different experiences for sure

18 April 2015, 12:13 PM	#6
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,511	This beauty has very even matching patina which is important to me:

18 April 2015, 12:16 PM	#7
Smartyjones18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Singapore Posts: 769	If its a very good condition Red, i would go for it, afterall its easier to source for lv and 16610 if one day you missed them both.

18 April 2015, 12:17 PM	#8
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	As much as I love a good 1680, I would not do that trade. Add a 1680 white for half the price.

18 April 2015, 12:30 PM	#10
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	No.

18 April 2015, 02:15 PM	#12
Wllnv19 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Willie Location: Parkland,Fl. Posts: 4,829	While I love the Red Sub don't think I would trade two relatively new watches for one that is over 40 years old... But that's me.

18 April 2015, 02:32 PM	#14
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,243	That's a lot for some red ink, but the heart wants what the heart wants.

18 April 2015, 02:42 PM	#15
sickened1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,048	Voted no. I wouldn't trade those two.

18 April 2015, 03:01 PM	#16
captainnice Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Dennis Location: Aliso Viejo, Ca Watch: Timex Posts: 668	No

18 April 2015, 03:28 PM	#17
V.lats97nsx 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Syracuse Posts: 4,089	I would. Red sub in excellent original condition with paperwork is a rare bird. Way way more rare than your 2 subs. If its a true full kit red sub then your looking at 17+. I cant see your subs worth anything close. My 2 cents.

18 April 2015, 08:44 PM	#22
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	That would be a No for me.

18 April 2015, 09:38 PM	#27
Karbo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Paris, France Watch: Dayto/5164 Posts: 1,631	I say yes but remember a vintage piece can not be worn near water. Thats why i have SD4K as a badass watch... __________________ IG : @aka_karbo

18 April 2015, 09:38 PM	#28
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,402	Take Fred's advice. If all boxes are checked then follow your heart.

18 April 2015, 09:40 PM	#29
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	Nope....rather have the two I would wear without concern vs 1 that is a collectors item

18 April 2015, 09:47 PM	#30
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	Giving up too much in that deal IMO

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