rolex 16610 vs 16800

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rolex 16610 vs 16800*******The 16610 came in 1989 and uses the 3135 movt., and resembles the 16800 glossy dial Sub Date much in appearance, but whereas all 16800's had Tritium dials, the .Rolex Forums - Rolex Watch Forum > Rolex & Tudor Watch Topics > Rolex . Rolex used those "intended" 904L cases with the old 3035 movements and stamped the cases 168000 to denote the difference from the 16800 previously made. .

Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436. The Sub 16800 uses Steel 316L, and the 16610 uses 904L with is more corrosion-resistant but also has a higher Nickel content. The 16800's were the first Subs to get the sapphire crystal (making them water proof to 1,000 ft. for the first time for the Sub range), and it also introduced the rapid date .

Location: Hong Kong. Watch: Gold Sub 116618LN. Posts: 2,820. Movement upgrade is the only difference between the 168000 and the first of the 16610s to come out, I believe. Later 16610 lost the lug-holes, had bracelet upgrades, réhaut engravings.. EDIT: I believe the 168000 had a matte dial with applied white gold indices, or at least some of .

Location: Hong Kong. Watch: Gold Sub 116618LN. Posts: 2,820. Movement upgrade is the only difference between the 168000 and the first of the 16610s to come out, I believe. Later 16610 lost the lug-holes, had bracelet upgrades, réhaut engravings.. EDIT: I believe the 168000 had a matte dial with applied white gold indices, or at least some of . Join Date: Feb 2009. Location: Chicago. Posts: 1,830. The main differences lie in the 16800's sapphire crystal (hence greater water resistance) and quick-set date. The earlier 16800 should have a matte dial (like the 1680), but often these were changed to a white-gold-surround dial during routine service. Many collectors prefer acrylic crystal . Watch for watch, I would go with the 5513, but for daily use, the 16610 is better, IMO. the 5513 comes from a friend's collection. I think is 100% legit. Here a picture of the lugs (they don't look that thick in reality.probably a bad picture). Usually people have a preference for a given model, since these two are dramatically different . Posts: 478. 16610 VS 16610T Help??? I have noticed a T after the some submariners, I am not sure what it means. I just purchased a 2008 16610 M serial and I am curious if it is a T and what it means. I know that the m in 14060m means motified movement and I have checked the boards to find the answer with no luck.

The "normal" 16800 was type 1916, the 16610 is 904L. So, basically these 168000 cases were meant for 16610, but since the 16610 had not yet been introduced, Rolex chose to put the extra zero to recognize these "transitional" cases. Well, as for collectability and resale value, I'd say that a 16800 is more desirable than the current 16610. The Sub Date 16800 was introduced in 1979 and replaced the Ref.1680. The Ref. 16800 got some updated such as the new Cal. 3035 movt., and the acrylic crystal of the 1680 was replaced by a sapphire one, making the 16800 the first .

rolex 16610 bezel OP, are you referring to pricing for the 16610 or whether the watch is quality wise, worth it? From a quality wise standpoint, newer references are to some, more worth it. I personally love the 16610, it's a timeless classic. Very fortunate to own a 16800 I bought before prices went went up. Would I still buy the 16610 at 10K plus? I own both - 1680 and 16800. The 16800 is more neo-vintage with its sapphire crystal and quick set date. The 1680 has more classic vintage appeal with the top hat acrylic crystal. If you alternate watches frequently and don't like taking the time to change the date, then get the 16800.rolex 16610 vs 16800 I had a 16610 and now a 116610LN, no comparision. The 116610 wins. Bracelet, maxi dial, cerachrom, a little bit more bigger, better endlinks, better clasp, blue chromalight is nicer, and glidelock is a must. Both are great but for me modern Rolex are better Some pictures (5513, 116610, 16610, 126600)

Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436. The Sub 16800 uses Steel 316L, and the 16610 uses 904L with is more corrosion-resistant but also has a higher Nickel content. The 16800's were the first Subs to get the sapphire crystal (making them water proof to 1,000 ft. for the first time for the Sub range), and it also introduced the rapid date .

Location: Hong Kong. Watch: Gold Sub 116618LN. Posts: 2,820. Movement upgrade is the only difference between the 168000 and the first of the 16610s to come out, I believe. Later 16610 lost the lug-holes, had bracelet upgrades, réhaut engravings.. EDIT: I believe the 168000 had a matte dial with applied white gold indices, or at least some of .

rolex 16610 vs 16800 rolex 16610 bezel Join Date: Feb 2009. Location: Chicago. Posts: 1,830. The main differences lie in the 16800's sapphire crystal (hence greater water resistance) and quick-set date. The earlier 16800 should have a matte dial (like the 1680), but often these were changed to a white-gold-surround dial during routine service. Many collectors prefer acrylic crystal . Watch for watch, I would go with the 5513, but for daily use, the 16610 is better, IMO. the 5513 comes from a friend's collection. I think is 100% legit. Here a picture of the lugs (they don't look that thick in reality.probably a bad picture). Usually people have a preference for a given model, since these two are dramatically different . Posts: 478. 16610 VS 16610T Help??? I have noticed a T after the some submariners, I am not sure what it means. I just purchased a 2008 16610 M serial and I am curious if it is a T and what it means. I know that the m in 14060m means motified movement and I have checked the boards to find the answer with no luck.The "normal" 16800 was type 1916, the 16610 is 904L. So, basically these 168000 cases were meant for 16610, but since the 16610 had not yet been introduced, Rolex chose to put the extra zero to recognize these "transitional" cases.

Well, as for collectability and resale value, I'd say that a 16800 is more desirable than the current 16610. The Sub Date 16800 was introduced in 1979 and replaced the Ref.1680. The Ref. 16800 got some updated such as the new Cal. 3035 movt., and the acrylic crystal of the 1680 was replaced by a sapphire one, making the 16800 the first . OP, are you referring to pricing for the 16610 or whether the watch is quality wise, worth it? From a quality wise standpoint, newer references are to some, more worth it. I personally love the 16610, it's a timeless classic. Very fortunate to own a 16800 I bought before prices went went up. Would I still buy the 16610 at 10K plus?

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