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Ketler · 6 July 2022, 03:46 AM

But in the end I sold them and went back to my 14060m...

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douglasf13 · 6 July 2022, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Ketler

But in the end I sold them and went back to my 14060m...

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No reason to not wear that everyday.

StillTrying · 6 July 2022, 03:58 AM

Similar experience here. Tried 6 digits, but traded for 5 digits

You · 6 July 2022, 04:30 AM

Lovely, however I prefer the 6 digits.

Agamemnon · 6 July 2022, 04:35 AM

Good for you. I prefer 126610.

rmlovett1 · 6 July 2022, 04:37 AM

I like both

m j b · 6 July 2022, 04:39 AM

By the time I reached the same conclusion as the OP, the price of the 5 digits had gotten ridiculous, and so I'm stuck with ... well, no Subs.

Seddyspaghetti · 6 July 2022, 04:43 AM

Different strokes for different folks

Lonehiker · 6 July 2022, 04:44 AM

I think the 5 digit subs are definitely more attractive to me as well. The only 6 digit I really like is the 36mm steel explorer.

pursang_ · 6 July 2022, 04:52 AM

The world really needs a Sub Classique. 12 Series refinements in a 5 digit case size.

douglasf13 · 6 July 2022, 04:52 AM

The only 6-digit model I'd pick over a 5-digit model is the 114270 Explorer...except it's really just a 5-digit watch in all but name.

I'm surprised they didn't just call it the 14270M.

fania123 · 6 July 2022, 05:55 AM

Made the switch years ago and couldn’t be happier. I also like the fact that all my 5 digits have gone up 2-3 times what I originally paid for them.

Arid · 6 July 2022, 06:06 AM

I much prefer my 5 digits pieces. Much more comfortable and they’re workhorses, not jewelry!

Fred_Tan · 6 July 2022, 06:17 AM

5 & 6 digits Subs were my 1st few mechanical watch.
Had to sell em as more than 25 blokes at workplace decided to imitate me & buy em.
There’s even occasion at least one other person in each traffic light along Orchard, City Hall, Raffles are spotting one, and this was aeons ago.

These days, history repeat with >30 ppl in my workplace office tower which has over 50 co, spotting a Tiffany/Coral/Yellow/Green OP41/36/31.

Pre-C19 when I visit ShangHai, every man is walking around with a 6 digit & every lady an LV

Tim Plains · 6 July 2022, 06:32 AM

Cool Sub. Those two-liners look odd but in a great way.

My 12 was my first Rolex, I wouldn't trade it for anything else, and I will be like you 30 years from now. Tried the new one, didn't like it, went back to my 12. lol

Onequik135i · 6 July 2022, 06:39 AM

As much as I love 5 digits models I do prefer the newer 126610 model. It just feels right wearing it. And I’m 6.5 inch wrist too. Wore mine all day yesterday & even at the local indoor shooting range.

FTX I · 6 July 2022, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by richris1

i like both

+1

Guybrush · 6 July 2022, 07:12 AM

The M, in my view, is/was the high-water mark for the Submariner: was never better before, hasn’t been better since. All the ingredients of awesome are there—5-digit case proportions, lug holes, wg-surround indices but not the busy rehaut engraving, aluminum bezel, and a perfectly minimalist 2-line dial. I really don’t need to buy a Sub, but if I were going to, that’d be the one.

mountainjogger · 6 July 2022, 08:09 AM

Great watch.

Golfbone · 6 July 2022, 08:14 AM

I have both...a 5 digit SEL A series with holes in the case and a new 41mm Sub Date. Both are great but the feel of the new Sub, the size, the glide lock bracelet, the ceramic bezel, it's just a much better looking and feeling watch. Both are great but I'm keeping the 6 digit and giving the 5 to one of my sons as a graduation gift. It's really a matter of personal preference.

mgsooner · 6 July 2022, 08:25 AM

As the market cools and the prices of good example five digit pieces start to come down, I'm contemplating trying to flip my 114060 for a 16570 polar.

rmagoo57 · 6 July 2022, 08:34 AM

Traded a 114060 for the 16613. I'll have these two forever!

illiguy · 6 July 2022, 10:33 AM

5-digits for the win

stark1 · 6 July 2022, 11:40 AM

While I prefer the newer 6-digit references, your photo is captivating to say the least.

Jay2101 · 6 July 2022, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fred_Tan

5 & 6 digits Subs were my 1st few mechanical watch.
Had to sell em as more than 25 blokes at workplace decided to imitate me & buy em.
There’s even occasion at least one other person in each traffic light along Orchard, City Hall, Raffles are spotting one, and this was aeons ago.

These days, history repeat with >30 ppl in my workplace office tower which has over 50 co, spotting a Tiffany/Coral/Yellow/Green OP41/36/31.

Pre-C19 when I visit ShangHai, every man is walking around with a 6 digit & every lady an LV

Went to SG for the first time in June. Just crazy amounts of SS Sports watches. All ages too. Early 20s to well into the 60s-70s. Saw a senior uncle wearing a batman. Don't see that here in Tokyo. Senior fellas here usually have that 80s TT DJ.

brandrea · 6 July 2022, 12:04 PM

Congratulations OP, it looks perfect on you

NachoNeal · 6 July 2022, 12:09 PM

Correct.

MTdweller · 6 July 2022, 12:46 PM

5-digit Subs got me into Rolex but 6-digit Subs are what kept one on my wrist. Although I like the proportions of the 5-digit models, I love the updates to the modern Sub.

Vishy26 · 6 July 2022, 12:49 PM

Same experience here

RogerOP · 6 July 2022, 05:04 PM

5 digits look too flat and wide for me.

New subs all the way (also with the added new movement and power reserve)

6 July 2022, 03:46 AM	#1
Ketler "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: USA Posts: 469	I tried the 6 digit Subs... But in the end I sold them and went back to my 14060m...

6 July 2022, 04:39 AM	#7
m j b "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Michael Location: RTP, NC, USA Watch: ♕& Ω Posts: 5,241	By the time I reached the same conclusion as the OP, the price of the 5 digits had gotten ridiculous, and so I'm stuck with ... well, no Subs. __________________ Enjoy life - it has an expiration date. Disclaimer: Please note that the avatar is not an accurate representation of how I look. The camera adds 10 pounds...

6 July 2022, 06:39 AM	#16
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,594	As much as I love 5 digits models I do prefer the newer 126610 model. It just feels right wearing it. And I’m 6.5 inch wrist too. Wore mine all day yesterday & even at the local indoor shooting range. __________________ 116610LV / Flat Bluesy 116613LB / Ed White 321 / PAM111 / PAM170 / PAM360

6 July 2022, 08:09 AM	#19
mountainjogger 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: H Location: North Carolina Watch: M99230B-0008 Posts: 5,675	Great watch. __________________ The King of Cool.

6 July 2022, 08:25 AM	#21
mgsooner "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Matthew Location: Tulsa, OK, USA Posts: 1,950	As the market cools and the prices of good example five digit pieces start to come down, I'm contemplating trying to flip my 114060 for a 16570 polar. __________________ \|Rolex Submariner 114060\| \|Rolex Datejust 126234 silver\| \|Grand Seiko SBGT021 day-date quartz\|

6 July 2022, 03:58 AM	#3
StillTrying "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Space Watch: 16570, black Posts: 965	Similar experience here. Tried 6 digits, but traded for 5 digits

6 July 2022, 04:30 AM	#4
You "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Platinum Daytona Posts: 785	Lovely, however I prefer the 6 digits.

6 July 2022, 04:35 AM	#5
Agamemnon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Real Name: Giuliano Location: Italy Watch: Rolex - Panerai Posts: 1,979	Good for you. I prefer 126610.

6 July 2022, 04:37 AM	#6
rmlovett1 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,678	I like both

6 July 2022, 04:43 AM	#8
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,789	Different strokes for different folks

6 July 2022, 04:44 AM	#9
Lonehiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Real Name: Robbie Location: The North Watch: Explorer Posts: 172	I think the 5 digit subs are definitely more attractive to me as well. The only 6 digit I really like is the 36mm steel explorer.

6 July 2022, 04:52 AM	#10
pursang_ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2022 Location: DFW Posts: 169	The world really needs a Sub Classique. 12 Series refinements in a 5 digit case size.

6 July 2022, 04:52 AM	#11
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,627	The only 6-digit model I'd pick over a 5-digit model is the 114270 Explorer...except it's really just a 5-digit watch in all but name. I'm surprised they didn't just call it the 14270M.

6 July 2022, 05:55 AM	#12
fania123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PHILA Posts: 1,730	Made the switch years ago and couldn’t be happier. I also like the fact that all my 5 digits have gone up 2-3 times what I originally paid for them.

6 July 2022, 06:06 AM	#13
Arid "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Smiths Falls Posts: 336	I much prefer my 5 digits pieces. Much more comfortable and they’re workhorses, not jewelry!

6 July 2022, 06:17 AM	#14
Fred_Tan Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Tan Location: Singapore Watch: Bumble Bee Posts: 668	5 & 6 digits Subs were my 1st few mechanical watch. Had to sell em as more than 25 blokes at workplace decided to imitate me & buy em. There’s even occasion at least one other person in each traffic light along Orchard, City Hall, Raffles are spotting one, and this was aeons ago. These days, history repeat with >30 ppl in my workplace office tower which has over 50 co, spotting a Tiffany/Coral/Yellow/Green OP41/36/31. Pre-C19 when I visit ShangHai, every man is walking around with a 6 digit & every lady an LV

6 July 2022, 06:32 AM	#15
Tim Plains "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: EST Watch: 126610LN Posts: 1,182	Cool Sub. Those two-liners look odd but in a great way. My 12 was my first Rolex, I wouldn't trade it for anything else, and I will be like you 30 years from now. Tried the new one, didn't like it, went back to my 12. lol

6 July 2022, 07:12 AM	#18
Guybrush "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Maryland Watch: 118209 Posts: 697	The M, in my view, is/was the high-water mark for the Submariner: was never better before, hasn’t been better since. All the ingredients of awesome are there—5-digit case proportions, lug holes, wg-surround indices but not the busy rehaut engraving, aluminum bezel, and a perfectly minimalist 2-line dial. I really don’t need to buy a Sub, but if I were going to, that’d be the one.

6 July 2022, 08:14 AM	#20
Golfbone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 700	I have both...a 5 digit SEL A series with holes in the case and a new 41mm Sub Date. Both are great but the feel of the new Sub, the size, the glide lock bracelet, the ceramic bezel, it's just a much better looking and feeling watch. Both are great but I'm keeping the 6 digit and giving the 5 to one of my sons as a graduation gift. It's really a matter of personal preference.

6 July 2022, 08:34 AM	#22
rmagoo57 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Ron Location: Detroitish Watch: GMT II/Sub/Exp II Posts: 2,610	Traded a 114060 for the 16613. I'll have these two forever! Attached Images

6 July 2022, 10:33 AM	#23
illiguy 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: UTC/GMT -5 Posts: 3,671	5-digits for the win

6 July 2022, 11:40 AM	#24
stark1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Northeast Watch: Rolex/AP/ALS/Omega Posts: 1,523	While I prefer the newer 6-digit references, your photo is captivating to say the least.

6 July 2022, 12:04 PM	#26
brandrea 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 79,230	Congratulations OP, it looks perfect on you

6 July 2022, 12:09 PM	#27
NachoNeal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Neal Location: Point Loma Watch: ing the river flow Posts: 2,861	Correct. __________________ . Sub No Date (14060); Tudor Ranger; Explorer (124270); Day Date (18238) stolen by wife; CasiOak.

6 July 2022, 12:46 PM	#28
MTdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ty Location: West Coast Watch: the time fly! Posts: 1,493	5-digit Subs got me into Rolex but 6-digit Subs are what kept one on my wrist. Although I like the proportions of the 5-digit models, I love the updates to the modern Sub.

6 July 2022, 12:49 PM	#29
Vishy26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Krishna Location: Australia Posts: 611	Same experience here

6 July 2022, 05:04 PM	#30
RogerOP Banned Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: London Posts: 557	5 digits look too flat and wide for me. New subs all the way (also with the added new movement and power reserve)

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