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21 January 2017, 12:43 PM | #1 |
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16610 vs 116610
I'm ready for a sub but I can't decide between the old sub or the Sub C, I like the slim look of the old one but I also like all those new features on the Sub c.
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21 January 2017, 12:45 PM | #2 |
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I prefer the 16610. It's lighter, less bling-y, and has the classic Sub shape.
Watches are an anachronism. You don't need new "features." A lot of wearers like the new bracelet/Glidelock, but I think it's too heavy and bulky. |
21 January 2017, 12:47 PM | #3 |
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16610 black
116610lv green There. Problem solved!
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21 January 2017, 12:56 PM | #4 |
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Glide lock alone would swing it for me.
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21 January 2017, 01:00 PM | #5 |
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Here's generally what I've picked up on from sub owners after a few years of observation.
Bracelet - SubC Hands Down Case Shape - Preference Bezel/Material - Preference I personally went from a 16610 to 116610(LV) and never looked back. As mentioned the bracelet and glidelock are on different levels of quality. I personally like the ceramic bezel much more, and the case shape while at first was my only hang up has become something i truly love about the watch. I say 116610 for sure. You need to get both on the wrist though to be positive. |
21 January 2017, 01:02 PM | #6 |
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Buy one if each, then give the one you like less to a relative
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21 January 2017, 01:03 PM | #7 |
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21 January 2017, 01:07 PM | #8 |
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I like 6 and 4 digits.
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21 January 2017, 01:17 PM | #9 |
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The ceramic bezel won't fad or get yucky.
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21 January 2017, 01:25 PM | #10 |
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I had to make the same decision when looking to buy a sub. After trying both on and seeing the upgrades of the 116610 sealed the deal for me. Those upgrades are just too good to pass up (IMO.) Also the 16610 felt a little "cheaper" to me, I think it was just the bracelet and the hollow end links. Either way you can't go wrong they're both great watches but I much prefer the 116610 and I've actually come to love the maxi case (I didn't like it much at first.)
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21 January 2017, 01:29 PM | #11 |
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5 digits for the win
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21 January 2017, 01:32 PM | #12 |
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This is what I have. I preferred the shape of the 16610 until I got the LV. Maybe it's the ceramic bezel, the bracelet, glidelock or all three, but I'm thinking about trading the 16610 for the 11610 to go with the Hulk.
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21 January 2017, 01:35 PM | #13 |
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Has to be the modern Rolex reference. Perfectly constructed watch
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21 January 2017, 01:39 PM | #14 |
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It's essentially a matter of air-cooled 911 vs water-cooled 911. A 996 checks a box in just about every performance and feature category, but I'd take the 993 all day.
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21 January 2017, 01:41 PM | #15 |
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Check out a 16610LV vs either 116610
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21 January 2017, 01:45 PM | #16 |
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Tough call. I prefer the case and lugs of the 16610. Wish I never sold mine. I wear the SD4k now. Oddly I do really like my 116613. The glidelock is purely amazing though.
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21 January 2017, 01:46 PM | #17 |
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21 January 2017, 03:31 PM | #18 |
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21 January 2017, 04:11 PM | #20 |
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For what it's worth at first I preferred the older style lugs but after owning the new sub I've really grown to prefer the new maxi case. Good luck, I'm sure you'll be happy with either one. I would recommend trying both on though.
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21 January 2017, 04:26 PM | #21 |
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21 January 2017, 05:48 PM | #22 |
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I feel your pain. SDc is the closest you can get to an in between but it comes at the expense of less comfort.
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21 January 2017, 06:52 PM | #23 |
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I prefer only the latest 5 digit (+RRR and Random or G serie) over the SubC.
In other cases I would pick the SubC, but that is just me!
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21 January 2017, 08:30 PM | #24 |
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16610 looks better. It is tasteful and subtle over SubC
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21 January 2017, 08:32 PM | #25 |
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I've had the new.
My advice is go with the old. |
21 January 2017, 09:22 PM | #26 |
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5 digit case on a glidelock bracelet for the win
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21 January 2017, 09:26 PM | #27 |
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21 January 2017, 10:27 PM | #28 |
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Only one Sub ? Ceramic for me.
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21 January 2017, 10:42 PM | #29 |
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I have owned both and way prefer the Sub-C. I like the case, lume and the Glidelock bracelet is the best anywhere. A perfect fit every time.
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21 January 2017, 11:28 PM | #30 |
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While the cleaner lines of the 5-digit are appealing, the 6-digits just ooze quality and feel more robust to me. SubC FTW
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