This is why I prefer 5 Digit Rolex

[dr35mm]

In my opinion 5 Digit are the best watches ever manufactured by Rolex.

They feel so natural, so comfortable, so casual. They wont get in the way. This applies to GMT, Subs, Explorer II, etc.

Do you guys agree? Interested on hearing your thoughts.







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[MonsterSS]

very nice! I like 'em all!

[watchwatcher]

Great watches? Sure. Best ever? Not by a long shot.

[traf]

While I really enjoy the 5 digit models, there is Much to be enjoyed on the 6 digit models (ceramic, bracelet, etc). Different strokes


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[Rackness]

I am glad you like your watch.

[SeaDweller50]

I think I like both equally. They cancel each other out, each with their pro's and con's.

[mtgjr]

I agree with you...with the exception of the 114270 Exp I. It's the generational equivalent to the later 5-digit Sub/GMT/EXPII references.

[JohnAcosta]

I prefer the look of the five-digit series, however, I want the craftsmanship and materials used in the six-digit models.

[Colin10101]

I like em all really, but I currently find myself leaning towards the 5s. I drool over photos of 16610lvs, 16710s, 16613s. Something about the ceramic just seems a bit sterile, not as warm.

[FTX I]

I prefer latest models - 6 digits - and if I had to choose between 5 and 4 digits, I'm sure 4 would win.

[Ferdelious]

I'll take the bracelet and clasp of the 6 digit reference all day.

[Loevhagen]

4-digit: Perfect size and form - but not to be used hard (anymore) and service parts destroys the originality
5-digit: Perfect size and form - and can be serviced without changing the look and feel of the watch
6-digit: Bracelet OK - but bling and ceramic. Nuff said.

[fiftywattmafia]

Whatever guys own will be their vote on this one.

I've got a 5 digit and its the best for me.

[m j b]

Originally Posted by JohnAcosta

I prefer the look of the five-digit series, however, I want the craftsmanship and materials used in the six-digit models.

There ya go.

[capote]

I agree, 5 digits was peak Rolex IMO

[snowvapor]

I agree, but only because 5 digits fits my wrist better. I'm sure if I had bigger wrists, 6 digits would fit me just as well.

[Hollister]

Originally Posted by JohnAcosta

I prefer the look of the five-digit series, however, I want the craftsmanship and materials used in the six-digit models.

Here you go, a 6-digit Rolex with the look of the 5-digit models. Great-looking, the direct descendant of the Everest watch (not the Explorer), Parachrome, Paraflex, beautiful, and cheap as chips too.

https://www.rolex.com/watches/oyster...4300-0003.html




Here it is next to my 16610, and my 5513 slightly out of shot. Same proportions.

[natosub]

Originally Posted by JohnAcosta

I prefer the look of the five-digit series, however, I want the craftsmanship and materials used in the six-digit models.

I think this sums it up well

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by mtgjr

I agree with you...with the exception of the 114270 Exp I. It's the generational equivalent to the later 5-digit Sub/GMT/EXPII references.

Sometimes I wonder if we're actually the same poster.

As I mentioned in the other thread, the 5-digit series is the Porsche 993 of the Rolex world. It's the pinnacle of a slow and methodical system of upgrades that keeps the brand's DNA in tact. Now we've moved on to the Rolex "water-cooled era" in the 6-digit series, which is certainly going to attract a lot of users, too, and the watches are high quality, but the new Rolex ship has sailed for me.

I'm not sure if the Porsche 993 is my absolute favorite 911, because I essentially like all of them up through the 993, and that's how I feel about Rolex through the 5-digit series, too, outside of maybe a couple of models like the 114270 and OP.

I just can't wait until the 5-digit series qualifies for the Vintage forum, so I can move on from sifting through the 6-digit threads to find 5-digit threads.

BTW, to answer some of the posters above, I purchased all of my Rolex watches after the 6-digit series was released, so I'm not simply preferring what I already own. When I finally got to the point to start buying Rolex watches, I was disappointed to find what I saw in the AD, so it's been all pre-owned for me. I've owned a 14000, 16200, 16610 and 16570, but I like the 16570 so much that I wear it every day, and I got rid of everything else.

[yannis]

4-5-6 they are all nice.
I do really like the ruggedness and simplicity of 5 digit references.
4 digit Rolex watches are so simple, elegant, timeless especially - on some examples- where patina is even.
6 digit references are indeed bling but they are also beautiful. A 6 digit Sub is as rugged as a five digit one. A minus on sports 6 digit Rolex watches is the lack of bevel edges and the squared case imho.

[sensui]

There are 6 digit references that are very comfortable on the wrist also. I find my Daytona/YM to be along these lines. Actually my SD4k is pretty comfortable too without the diver extension....the maxi case stuff however I'd definitely prefer the 5 digit variations usually.....BLNR/LVc being an exception since they are just so good looking.

[BristolCavendish]

Originally Posted by Loevhagen

4-digit: Perfect size and form - but not to be used hard (anymore) and service parts destroys the originality.

I prefer the 4 digit models (but unfortunately they don't glow in the dark anymore). The 5 and 6 are more practical from the standpoint of everyday usage.

[yjfang]

I love 5 digit sports references. Lucky owner of 16610LV, 16750 Polar, 16710 Pepsi, and 16600. I also have the 520 Daytona, 500 Daytona, and 116622 Blue because of the slimmer lugs vs. the 6 digit references.

I have owned most 6 digit references and can never get comfortable with the chunky lugs and end up moving them out of the collection. The new bracelets are nice but heavy too. Didn't have major issues with the older style bracelets.

[Foxglove]

I love everything about the 5 digits refs except that now i have a few 6-digit refs I far prefer their bracelets (solid links and feel and especially glidelock or comfort link put it over the top for me). Without that, it would be kind of a toss up with favoring the 5 digit refs for their smaller and thinner footprints generally speaking.

[yjfang]

I really like your analogy but man the 991's are SO nice! Can't say that I would compare the 6 digit references to the 991's though.

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Sometimes I wonder if we're actually the same poster.

As I mentioned in the other thread, the 5-digit series is the Porsche 993 of the Rolex world. It's the pinnacle of a slow and methodical system of upgrades that keeps the brand's DNA in tact. Now we've moved on to the Rolex "water-cooled era" in the 6-digit series, which is certainly going to attract a lot of users, too, and the watches are high quality, but the new Rolex ship has sailed for me.

I'm not sure if the Porsche 993 is my absolute favorite 911, because I essentially like all of them up through the 993, and that's how I feel about Rolex through the 5-digit series, too, outside of maybe a couple of models like the 114270 and OP.

I just can't wait until the 5-digit series qualifies for the Vintage forum, so I can move on from sifting through the 6-digit threads to find 5-digit threads.

BTW, to answer some of the posters above, I purchased all of my Rolex watches after the 6-digit series was released, so I'm not simply preferring what I already own. When I finally got to the point to start buying Rolex watches, I was disappointed to find what I saw in the AD, so it's been all pre-owned for me. I've owned a 14000, 16200, 16610 and 16570, but I like the 16570 so much that I wear it every day, and I got rid of everything else.

[droptopman]

I'm all over the place with this. At one point only 5 digits, then a mix of 4 and 5, then only 4. Lately been into 6 digits which is odd because I did not like them when they released...
I like all Rolex sport watches back to the 50's.
I do really like the 114060 it is great for wearing for just about any activity. I don't get why some say it is not a tool watch. I have worn Rolex for 30 years and it seems to be built like a tank.
My old gilt Sub has lasted 50 years and is still a great watch but just won't wear it for activities that I would wear my 6 digit.
I did wear my 5 digit sports watches like I do the 6 but I did bang up the bezel inserts from time to time. So until I smash a ceramic insert, I have to say the 6 Sub digit is still very much a tough tool watch.
Part of the 6 digit love...getting older my eyes are not as good and the maxi dial and hands are easier to see.

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by yjfang

I really like your analogy but man the 991's are SO nice! Can't say that I would compare the 6 digit references to the 991's though.

That's really my point. 991s and 6-digit watches are certainly nice and among the best on the market today. They're just bigger and fancier with less vibe than older models.

There was a time when even the 996 was praised by owners when comparing to the 993, and the 996 was the biggest selling 911 up until that point, but, now when looking back, most tend to draw a dividing line between the 993 and 996, and I think we'll someday see the same with the 5-digit vs. 6-digit Rolex watches.

[mtgjr]

Originally Posted by yjfang

I love 5 digit sports references. Lucky owner of 16610LV, 16750 Polar, 16710 Pepsi, and 16600. I also have the 520 Daytona, 500 Daytona, and 116622 Blue because of the slimmer lugs vs. the 6 digit references.

I have owned most 6 digit references and can never get comfortable with the chunky lugs and end up moving them out of the collection.

That's a heck of a collection and very similar to what I would choose for a 5-6 Rolex collection of my own. Only changes I'd make are swapping the YM for a 36mm reference (either DJ or Exp I) for dressier occasions.....and I'd probably trade both Daytonas for a 4-digit panda dial Daytona of some sort.

[HunterST]

I like to have a mix of 4 and 5 digit. Although I do find that I tend to go back to the 1675's quite a lot - they get the most wrist time.

[slashd0t]

I like the 4, 5 and 6 digit Rolex's! However, I agree, there is something special about the 5 digits..