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scotth888 · 14 March 2018, 09:04 AM

I have been looking for a stainless Sub for everyday.
I keep seeing some of the older 16610’s that have some patina on dual and hands that I find very appealing.
Much like myself, i like the look old work new visual.
Patina aside, I have also come across some of the 16800 “transitional” models.
Curious what folks think about older Subs for daily wear and what’s the story on the “transitional”
Sub model!
Thoughts?

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Watchflair · 14 March 2018, 09:09 AM

Really a matter of preference. Personally I'm a fan of natural patina. See and try a bunch a on.

limenko · 14 March 2018, 10:46 AM

I love me some patina!

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16610v · 14 March 2018, 10:52 AM

My patina vs non patina. Both are nice but vintage rolex are in different level.

Rolex submariner 5513 vs 16610lv by T C, 於 Flickr

scotth888 · 14 March 2018, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 16610v

My patina vs non patina. Both are nice but vintage rolex are in different level.

Rolex submariner 5513 vs 16610lv by T C, 於 Flickr

That patina is fantastic!! Thank you for sharing.

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sillo · 14 March 2018, 12:26 PM

I definitely prefer the patinated dials/hands.

Transitional is a term used for models that have features of both older and newer models. The matte 16800 has the old school matte dial, but with a new case design, new movement and sapphire crystal.

scotth888 · 14 March 2018, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by sillo38

I definitely prefer the patinated dials/hands.

Transitional is a term used for models that have features of both older and newer models. The matte 16800 has the old school matte dial, but with a new case design, new movement and sapphire crystal.

Am I wrong in that the older models 80’s - 90’s the case seems to wear a tad smaller than the newer models. Which is fine with me.

And these older watches, good for daily wear??

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DoctorA · 14 March 2018, 12:53 PM

Great pictures!!

sillo · 14 March 2018, 12:56 PM

the 5 digit cases wear smaller than their 6 digit counterparts. The 6 digits have beefier lugs and crown guards making them appear larger on the wrist.

What would you consider "daily wear" for yourself?

DLRIDES · 14 March 2018, 01:26 PM

Transitionals with patina, best of both worlds !

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scotth888 · 14 March 2018, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by sillo38

the 5 digit cases wear smaller than their 6 digit counterparts. The 6 digits have beefier lugs and crown guards making them appear larger on the wrist.

What would you consider "daily wear" for yourself?

4-5 days a week perhaps!

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scotth888 · 15 March 2018, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by DLRIDES

Transitionals with patina, best of both worlds !

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Can I ask where that strap came from? Looks great!

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DLRIDES · 15 March 2018, 06:11 AM

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Can I ask where that strap came from? Looks great!

Custom made by “strapfreak” from an old piece of leather. He is a member here locate in the vendor section.

RedLs3 · 15 March 2018, 06:13 AM

Patina on those tritium T<25 dials are beautiful

sensui · 15 March 2018, 06:18 AM

It's amazing because patina is never 100% identical.....that's what makes vintage so unique. I own some modern "faux patina" watches and while I appreciate the intent and design, you can't beat real patina. Certainly a lot more character than the sterile/more clinical luminova.

scotth888 · 15 March 2018, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by DLRIDES

Custom made by “strapfreak” from an old piece of leather. He is a member here locate in the vendor section.

I have seen his product. Thank you and your watch is what I hope to end up with! It is terrific!

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DLRIDES · 15 March 2018, 09:46 AM

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I have seen his product. Thank you and your watch is what I hope to end up with! It is terrific!

Member “master mixer” makes the end links to use with a strap.

14 March 2018, 09:04 AM	#1
scotth888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: texas Posts: 40	To Patina or Not!! I have been looking for a stainless Sub for everyday. I keep seeing some of the older 16610’s that have some patina on dual and hands that I find very appealing. Much like myself, i like the look old work new visual. Patina aside, I have also come across some of the 16800 “transitional” models. Curious what folks think about older Subs for daily wear and what’s the story on the “transitional” Sub model! Thoughts? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

14 March 2018, 09:09 AM	#2
Watchflair 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: Love em all Posts: 5,930	Really a matter of preference. Personally I'm a fan of natural patina. See and try a bunch a on. __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

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16610v "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: YL Watch: Submariner Posts: 701	My patina vs non patina. Both are nice but vintage rolex are in different level. Rolex submariner 5513 vs 16610lv by T C, 於 Flickr __________________ Instagram: litwing23

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sillo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Sean Location: NY Watch: 5 Digit Posts: 2,840	I definitely prefer the patinated dials/hands. Transitional is a term used for models that have features of both older and newer models. The matte 16800 has the old school matte dial, but with a new case design, new movement and sapphire crystal. __________________ 14060 \| 16570 \| 16600 \| 16700 \| 16800 \| 79260 @TheGMTHand

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sillo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Sean Location: NY Watch: 5 Digit Posts: 2,840	the 5 digit cases wear smaller than their 6 digit counterparts. The 6 digits have beefier lugs and crown guards making them appear larger on the wrist. What would you consider "daily wear" for yourself? __________________ 14060 \| 16570 \| 16600 \| 16700 \| 16800 \| 79260 @TheGMTHand

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DLRIDES 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,697	Transitionals with patina, best of both worlds ! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ *Never had an interest in hockey, but this USA FAFO team has changed that !*

15 March 2018, 06:13 AM	#14
RedLs3 Banned Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: NYC Posts: 283	Patina on those tritium T<25 dials are beautiful

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sensui 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,470	It's amazing because patina is never 100% identical.....that's what makes vintage so unique. I own some modern "faux patina" watches and while I appreciate the intent and design, you can't beat real patina. Certainly a lot more character than the sterile/more clinical luminova.

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