TeeJay

I forget the model number, but as it seems like summer's here, I'm wearing my summer Tudor sub (not the snowflake, the other one) on NATO strap

Okey... the blue Tudor Snowflake. Where can I buy it? I've googled the snowflake on a Nato-strap and it looks great! Really cool, down-to-earth AND classy, all at the same time. Are the reps good?

Sadly this watch is not commercially available as an 'instant buy' replica watch, you'll need to build one yourself using aftermarket parts. My recommendation is to get a budget Rolex 5517 (military submariner on a NATO strap with fixed lug bars) then swap over the dial and hands for the correct ones for the Tudor Snowflake, I would suggest googling Yuki Watch, and seeing what they have on offer in the way of dial and hands There's no greater satisfaction than looking down at your wrist, and thinking "I made that..."

Very nice If you put it on a tight-grain lizard skin strap, that'll really look the business

Thanks TJ! No its a rep. Mbw with some extras

Ahh, clearly still up to the job at hand though

Yes. The insert is a fat font that has faded to a nice blue-gray.

I was going to ask how you'd achieved the look of the insert, but am now disapointed Beautiful piece, wear it well

Stunning Gen?

That's a very classy looking Datejust Very popular in the 80's I think, Harrison Ford wears a similar one in 'Frantic' but his is a white dial with roman numerals. I wish I still had mine, I went through quite a few, my favourite was a rhodium dial with roman numerals.. I think I might do a build soon..

Harrison's DJ in 'Frantic':

Thanks, bro I originally bought the DJ with a black stick dial for an 80s costume, but as the dial wasn't quite as bling as the case and bracelet, I thought that the rhodium dial would balance that out, gave it a try, and loved the results The polished hands look darker than the dial, and it's surprisingly easy to read I remember watching Frantic, it's an awesome movie I might get a Roman numeral variant at some point in the future, but my next DJ project will be flat bezel, oyster bracelet, and a matte white stick dial

Would love to see this one bro Have you got a link to another picture that's the exact or very similar combo to yours?

This isn't 100%, the shape of the hour markers isn't quite the same, the minute marks line up with the tips of the hour markers, the lugs're a bit chunkier, and my date wheel is white, not cream, and my dial is more of a rhodium finish, but it's certainly close enough to give you an idea of how it looks

I never saw the message or I would've responded... Best of luck with all your future ventures, wherever they may be

Cool, T, as long as you made something with it!

Giving this one some time, rarely wear it...

Looking good, J

I haven't given up on the custom DJ, it is still a backburner project, but I decided to try the silver dial out of curiousity, and I love the results, it really does have that 'Classic Rolex look' to it (ironically, I have a book showing a photo of a Japanese tattoo master, wearing the exact same combo ) I just wish I didn't have all the computer/image issues, which prevent me putting up suitable pics

31 years ago, I was undergoing major heart surgery, and according to my mother, today was the date, so I've decided to make this a re-birth day I bought myself a DateJust for my last birthday, so I'm wearing it today (the 16610 will be back on my wrist tomorrow) No pics still, but here's a breakdown to aid visualization:

Fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet combo.

Entire watch has been 'gently aged' to be approriate for a mid-80s vintage.

Silver sunburst dial courtessy of JMB (many thanks, J, I know this wasn't the original plan for the dial, but it's certainly given the watch an even more personal feeling )

I would suspect that the stem simply hadn't fully engaged in the movement than anything my sinister (or at least I hope it's something that simple for you )

I guess it's a matter of taste. Oddly, I don't have have a 16610 - my first gen watch that I flipped. I have a variety of subs but no 16610. Is the 1680 that different from the 1665 GW, the 1665 double Red or the 16600? Not really, but they are all different enough. The 16600 with the sapphire crystal is a good beater while the older 1665s are nice short sleeve type watches.

Ask LHOOQ why has now 5 1016's? Because he can!

I think you're absolutely right, and indeed, the differences between the models is very little, even though the watches are different With LHOOQ's 1016s, they are all different, different finishes to the dials, different bracelets, etc, the collection I referenced in my opening post was made up of identical pieces with no real variation An interesting difference between say the 1680 and 1665 is the size/thinkness of the case, and as much a difference, as any other difference in the design, and something I'm considering now with one of my custom GMT project plans: do I obtain a Sea-Dweller, have the bezel modified to accept a GMTIIc insert, and modify the dial to fit over the GMT movement (and risk a datewheel misallignment, or, do I simply buy a Deep GMT (having never been a fan of the DSSD) Thickness of the case the main issue I was considering in terms of how the finished article turns out, but I must admit, I'm thinking a Deep GMT might be the safer option, as at least I know the datewheel will line up with the dial

Still no pics, but still unable to get the 16610 off my wrist

yikes...Breitlings, bloody Breitlings...i'm guilty of collecting more than one model...

i own 7 Breitling Chrono or Skyland Avengers...why?...well - i have different colored dials and i mix/match the straps/bracelets...so depending on what look/feel I i want to wear, i always have something ready to wear...

1) ti Chrono Avenger with dark gray Skyland dial on chocolate brown strap

2) ss Chrono Avenger franken with gen blue Chrono Avenger dial on polished ss pro ii bracelet

3) ss Chrono Avenger with white dial on polished ss pro i bracelet

4) Skyland Avenger with gray dial on green/silver Maratac Zulu strap

5) Skyland Avenger with black dial on black diver pro rubber strap

6) Skyland Avenger, case brushed, with black dial on brushed ss pro ii bracelet

7) Skyland Avenger Code Yellow, on ocean racer deployment rubber strap

3 Navitimers...

1) old skool, black dial tri-compax arabic dial on black calf leather strap/deployment

2) old skool, white dial tri-compax arabic dial on tan/brown leather python strap/deployment

3) old skool, black dial Series Speciale Fighter edition, brushed ss case, brushed ss navitimer bracelet

2 Steelfish...

1) early release version, franken, with gen black dial on diver pro rubber strap

2) genuine blue dial with brushed ss bracelet (the real deal)

Nice variety :tu:

Each watch is a work of art unto itself. All the major watch companies have their signature style, and offer designs and choices to the buyer. Yes a Rolex, is recognizable, as the basic design is their trademark. Same with Cartier, Panerai, IWC, etc, For us watch collectors, there are distinctive aspects of appeal and personality which drives us to own them, They make us happy. Car collectors buying Mercedes, Rolls Royce, Jaguar, etc, will buy several of each model, because they ar distinctice in their own way. Collect away, who cares what anyone thinks of your watches look similar. Be happy, buy what speaks to you as a collector.

Very true

I'm going to have to give my vote to two watches I've neither owned, nor planning on buying, but if we're talking about best OOTB, I think these two take the gold: Breitling SOSF and Ebel Discovery

As for who has the best sub? I do

Personally, I try to buy watches that DON'T look too much alike. For example, I currently have 11 Pams in my collection. To me Panerai is probably the WORST example of having MANY models that look VERY similar. I know that there are variations in the wording on the dial, movement type and caseback, but how many polished Pams are there with a black dial and seconds at 9? In my Pam sub collection I have one polished with a dark dial (359), one polished with a white dial (113), One PVD destro (026k), One PVD right <acronym title='Crown Guard'>CG</acronym> (360), One Luminor GMT (029m), one PVD Radiomir (292k), one polished Radiomir chrono, (288k), one Ferrari chrono (0014), and three submersibles (186, 243 & 024). The 186 Arktos looks alot different than the other two subs, so really the only two Pams that I have that could possibly be mistaken for the same watch are the 024 and the 243.

To me, the main reason to collect is to take a taste of this and a taste of that, savoring the differences in the hobby as a whole, rather than exploring the minute variations between very similar models. Tha's why my collection contains 20 different BRANDS of watches. Granted, Panerai being the largest. I just love wearing a different watch every day that really looks different from the last. That said, I admit to having a black Rolex sub, an LV sub, a GMT and an SD. They ARE all pretty similar with the exception of the green LV bezel.

I think I know what you mean TeeJay.

I've got a gen GMTIIC, a gen DJ with a grey tapestry dial, a black dial Skyland rep, a yellow dial Seawolf rep, an Ebel Discovery panda rep, a black dial PP Aquanaut rep, a PAM 111M rep, a Graham Chronofighter Tech Seal rep and a solar powered radio controlled G-Shock.

But I don't have anything with a blue dial, or an orange bezel, or any TAG, or AP, or IWC, or Chopard................yet!!!

Those both sounds like fantastic collections, amigos And absolutely, I think that variety makes for the most interesting and versatile collections

I would second the 7960 Tudor. First off, If you are a young cadet (and I certainly don't know if you are, you could be the Commanding Officer of your country!!). But if you are, I wouldn't wear something too ostentatious. It's going to draw the attention of those above you with possible negative outcomes. The Tudor looks like a Rolex sub,made by Rolex ,uses a Rolex case, but it isn't, it's a Tudor. The second choice would be the Omega Seamaster "Bond". The Tudor if kept in good condition, will likely appreciate in value, or at worst not lose any. The Omega on the other hand will depreciate over time at least to a certain point.

+1 on the advice for a Tudor or Omega Seamaster, but I would make this additional suggestion: Go for a Tudor with fixed lug bars and a NATO strap, as that will stand up to operational use much better than a stainless steel bracelet

I disagree, I think the 16610 is a great watch that can be worn pretty much all the time, can be worn casually during the day, but also looks great with a suit or with a white shirt as the black face contrasts.

Oh I quite agree, the 16610 can be worn with a suit and looks great, it is a very versatile watch, and really does go with everything I was just going along some of the ettiquete/purpose guidelines I've seen others mention over the years, and now prefer to wear a DateJust with a suit, and keep the Sub for more casual dress

Im fond of it! Actually i Will make the bold statement saying its probably the best ceramic custom build ive seen.

This mix and matchning makes me wonder how it would look with tudor ranger hands!?

+1 Ranger hands would suit it really nicely

Unless you walk into a jewelry store

And if it's gen, no need for the cloak and dagger theatrics...

Well it arrived today, which was much quicker than I expected. For £36 I'm not going to complain & also I have nothing to compare it to, but on the wrist it looks passable.

I'm sure it's got the usual flaws but hey, come on, it hardly broke the bank to buy it. If anything it'll be my beater when I fancy something a bit different from my G Shocks

Looking good I haven't been able to get mine off my wrist since it arrived (with the exception of my 'tattooing work watch') The prime flaw on this specific watch, is that it should either have smaller hour markers and hands, or, a green bezel insert to be a 50th aniversary edition, but those're 'collector only' tells As you say, on the wrist, it looks like a quality timepiece, and makes an ideal beater, I hope you'll be as happy with yours, as I've been with mine

I'd suggest a 42mm Planet Ocean, as it's a nice watch, and less conspicuous than a Rolex, although to be honest, I doubt anyone would comment on whatever you're wearing anyway... Another option I would suggest, would be a Tudor Snowflake submariner, that's a real 'below the radar' piece

HAHAHA I guess i wasn't the only one that posted without trying on a gen first huh? haha...

thanks.

Trying on a gen (with the cash and intent to buy) I was so underwhelmed, I knew I'd never want to spend the cash for the gen, so I started looking for 'fakes', and that's how I got into reps I just find it funny that I was originally looking at a 16610, went through quite a few watches over the years, and am now back with a 16610 (although I plan on converting it to a 16800) and simply can't get the thing off my wrist Something which helped me come to accept and love the flimsiness of the Rolex clasp, is that the watch was originally intended as a functional tool watch, not a fashion piece, and to think of it as a racecar which has been stripped down for weight, not a sedan which has been built for comfort