Need guidance with Rolex 1680

[Dan S]

Originally Posted by Wahlberg

Decent 1680s with nice lugs and crown guards?

As you probably realize, price and condition are on a spectrum, and "decent" and "nice" are very qualitative and subjective. But looking around is a good idea, I am getting the feeling that prices are not going much lower. Just my opinion, but I'm seeing some stronger prices in the last couple of months.

[XavierM]

Originally Posted by Dan S

$10k is more or less the starting point at the moment for a 4-digit Sub that is complete and doesn't need restoration. Angela has a decent 1680 listed for $10.5k. Examples that need work and/or have condition issues will sell for less. 5-digit Subs are $8k-$9k, depending on condition, you might or might not consider them to be vintage. As for where to find a bargain, you need to hunt like everyone else.

This one is a Red sub fitted with a white Mk2 dial and a late 70s insert.
But 11k is what I would expect to pay for an almost all period correct (Dial/hands, insert, crown), white dial 1680, with a perfect dial, light patina, and an average case.

[Dan S]

Originally Posted by XavierM

This one is a Red sub fitted with a white Mk2 dial and a late 70s insert.

You're right, I hadn't looked closely at it.

[blackscout]

Corrected my own mistake

Originally Posted by XavierM

This one is a Red sub fitted with a white Mk2 dial and a late 70s insert.
But 11k is what I would expect to pay for an almost all period correct (Dial/hands, insert, crown), white dial 1680, with a perfect dial, light patina, and an average case.