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valentine · 8 August 2008, 09:04 AM

Im in the process of buying a pre-loved submariner 16610 date....but the pictures show only the word "swiss" under the 6 o'clock marker...Ive never seen this before....is this authentic??? would appreciate the help guys!

frostie · 8 August 2008, 09:07 AM

Have a look here : http://www.oysterinfo.net/en/detaili...asse/index.php

toph · 8 August 2008, 09:11 AM

yeas some models say- "swiss made" ,others, "swiss< 25" ,some just say, "swiss" it depends how old the watch is. it does exist. but thats about all i know- i cannot remember the exact dates of use for each

Tools · 8 August 2008, 09:18 AM

Swiss was used during the transition from Tritium to Luminova in 1998/99.

There were also some service replacement dials that only had Swiss at the bottom..

Depending on the year it could be original or a service replacement

SLS · 8 August 2008, 09:29 AM

Pics of the watch would be a help, also what it the serial letter, should be A or P if it is not a service dial.

Here is a pic of my Exp II with the same "Swiss" markings.

~Scott

Blown Wide Open · 8 August 2008, 10:30 AM

Used from 1998 to 2000.

Another 1998 Sold on Qualitytime:

http://www.qualitytyme.net/pages/wat...ex/WFS117.html

PAtrick

valentine · 8 August 2008, 03:10 PM

Its the real deal....just didnt do my homework...I DID learn something new;however,....NEVER doubt the members on TRF!!!!!!!!! my apologies, Patrick.

pricojorge · 8 August 2008, 03:25 PM

my old sub had "SWISS - T < 25"

Blown Wide Open · 8 August 2008, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by valentine

Its the real deal....just didnt do my homework...I DID learn something new;however,....NEVER doubt the members on TRF!!!!!!!!! my apologies, Patrick.

No worries Justin, I always respect caution and discretion

PAtrick

watchnut · 8 August 2008, 11:54 PM

As long as it doesn't say "Japan" you should be OK!

valentine · 9 August 2008, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchnut

As long as it doesn't say "Japan" you should be OK!

HAHAHAHAAAAAA.....that made my morning...thanks fellas...I cant wait to add this classic watch to my collection!!!!!! will be posting TONS of pics as soon as I pick her up!!!!!!! I have a feeling this one is never going to leave my wrist...perhaps my LV may be in line for some down time....
have a great weekend, guys!
ps. thanks patrick.

8 August 2008, 09:04 AM	#1
valentine Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Justin Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: TT Diamond DJ Posts: 2,809	Submariner. Need help Im in the process of buying a pre-loved submariner 16610 date....but the pictures show only the word "swiss" under the 6 o'clock marker...Ive never seen this before....is this authentic??? would appreciate the help guys!

8 August 2008, 09:07 AM	#2
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Have a look here : http://www.oysterinfo.net/en/detaili...asse/index.php __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

8 August 2008, 09:11 AM	#3
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	yeas some models say- "swiss made" ,others, "swiss< 25" ,some just say, "swiss" it depends how old the watch is. it does exist. but thats about all i know- i cannot remember the exact dates of use for each __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

8 August 2008, 09:18 AM	#4
Tools TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,649	Swiss was used during the transition from Tritium to Luminova in 1998/99. There were also some service replacement dials that only had Swiss at the bottom.. Depending on the year it could be original or a service replacement __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

8 August 2008, 10:30 AM	#6
Blown Wide Open "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Patrick Location: Pennsylvania Watch: All with a crown. Posts: 504	Used from 1998 to 2000. Another 1998 Sold on Qualitytime: http://www.qualitytyme.net/pages/wat...ex/WFS117.html PAtrick __________________ "I wouldn't be part of any club that would have me as a member." Instagram: El_Diablo_Rosso

8 August 2008, 09:29 AM	#5
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	Pics of the watch would be a help, also what it the serial letter, should be A or P if it is not a service dial. Here is a pic of my Exp II with the same "Swiss" markings. ~Scott

8 August 2008, 03:10 PM	#7
valentine Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Justin Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: TT Diamond DJ Posts: 2,809	Its the real deal....just didnt do my homework...I DID learn something new;however,....NEVER doubt the members on TRF!!!!!!!!! my apologies, Patrick.

8 August 2008, 03:25 PM	#8
pricojorge "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Jorge Location: Palm Beach, Fl Watch: Sea dweller. Posts: 311	my old sub had "SWISS - T < 25" __________________ white gold plz

8 August 2008, 11:54 PM	#10
watchnut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: David Location: SW Fla Watch: SS Daytona & TT DJ Posts: 1,430	As long as it doesn't say "Japan" you should be OK!

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