ROLEX SUBMARINER DATE 16610 REVIEW
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The model which preceded the current one, the reference 16610 was first unveiled in 1989 and has since become highly sought after on the pre-owned market. For a collector, there are a number of plus points in its favor. It has the majority of the modern touches that you need in a tool watch, one you might intend to wear every day, but with just the right amount of vintage nostalgia.
The metal used in for the construction of the Rolex Submariner 16610 is the incredibly resilient 904L stainless steel which is almost exclusively the domain of Rolex. Containing higher proportions of chromium, molybdenum, nickel, and copper than the traditional 316L steel employed by practically every rival manufacturer, it is a much harder metal and more resistant to corrosion. It also has a unique luster when polished, visually setting it apart in a crowded industry.
Inside, the Rolex Submariner ref. 16610 is fitted with the legendary Caliber 3135, commonly regarded as one of the finest mass-produced mechanical movements ever created. The Cal. 3135 is so good, in fact, that it is still the engine inside the latest generation of the date-displaying Submariner, some 30+ years later.
Model 16610 was produced from the year 1987 to 2010. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner is a line of sports watches designed for diving and manufactured by Rolex, and are known for their resistance to water and corrosion. The first Submariner was introduced to the public in 1954 at the Basel Watch Fair.
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Pre-ceramic all the way. They've never improved on perfection. Sorry that the Sea-Dweller has gone, but I can see how this is the better everyday wear. Beautiful watch!
@ChrisMarshall1978007
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍🏻
@patmustardlive
3 жыл бұрын
I have this 16610 date sub. 2006
Bought mine new in 1994. They were a hot item at the time and dramatically more popular than the no-date variant. I would get calls from the dealer yearly asking if I felt like selling it back to them. Best purchase I’ve ever made. Worn daily. When I bought the watch they said never to sleep with these on because it will cause undue stress on the band.
@kma86
2 жыл бұрын
Of all the comments and reviews I've read & watched about this particular model number and Rolex Sub in general, this is the first time I come across with someone saying that the AD calls from time to time to ask whether the owner wants to sell it back. Goes to show how hot and scarce the 16610 is/was!
The Invicta Pro Diver was designed based on this exact watch. While watching this video I am comparing the two while holding the Invicta. There is an "X-factor" in which there is no comparison. The Rolex is perfectly beautiful.
Pre-ceramic subs look so much better, great watch my friend
I was thinking about it but the prices just exploded everywhere cheapest one is little bit under 10k
Gorgeous watch I have one in my small collection bought it 24 years ago
Looks so much nicer than current gen
@ChrisMarshall1978007
3 жыл бұрын
I agree! Thanks
Absolutely right. The fat boy case just looks wrong with the strap.
That watch is really beautiful. The only thing that I don’t like about it is the clasp design. Thanks for the video
I love to have one!
i came here for mr. marshalls voice
Do you think the Luminova will ever patina?
@ChrisMarshall1978007
3 жыл бұрын
I don’t believe it will
realize this is from a couple of years ago. but why not measure the diameter precisely. i have seen other you tube videos that say this is a 40.2 mm and that the new subs are only 40.5 mm although rolex calls it a 41mm watch. would appreciate your comment. thanks.
I like the look of these I just do not like the pressed clasps, very cheap for such a watch!
What year is this sir?
@ChrisMarshall1978007
3 жыл бұрын
03 believe
@Baztation
3 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisMarshall1978007 thank you
@TheKingModz
11 ай бұрын
@@ChrisMarshall1978007 perhaps even before the little holes on the side were gone by 2003. It may be 200,2001, 2002 as well. I have the same one
Love lug holes on my submariner.
I’m over Rolex and have sold two of my modern pieces and will sell my other two in time . Don’t like the modern image of Rolex I think most people are driven by the name on the dial and brand recognition than the actual watch . However I really wish that I had invested in perhaps a pre ceramic sub and gmt around 20 years ago , there’s a purity that modern pieces just don’t have ..i
@ChrisMarshall1978007
3 жыл бұрын
I can understand that . I just think they do it better than most brands
This is the best sub ever. For me, I’d prefer 14060m but I’d get 16610 because: 1) SEL if it’s a newer version 2) you can purchase the bracelet for the Ginault ocean rover and it’s completely compatible with the 16610 with SEL and a copy of the 6 digit sub glide lock clasp, while keeping the OEM bracelet in good condition and unworn
@ChrisMarshall1978007
3 жыл бұрын
Where do you get the ginault bracelet?
@Billeh556
3 жыл бұрын
Marshall Time I think you’d have to contact them on their website or via social media. I’m not sure if they sell them separately but I don’t see why they wouldn’t. At worse you would have to buy one of the watches I guess...but contact them and see! Good luck and keep us updated if you’re able to purchase one! Would love to see a video about it
@ChrisMarshall1978007
3 жыл бұрын
@@Billeh556 thanks
Too small for your wrist
Gorgeous watch I have one in my small collection I bought it 24 years ago