Love mine..... Definitely more of a summer watch on the NATO.

Strap change .... Two thumbs up to Hodinkee this is a perfect combo !

I paid USD 5800 ish for the 16800.

It was a complete package with a japanese rolex punched paper.

The dial has gone perfectly matte all around.

Nice matching patina. 

I might regret selling it later but a 1680 is replacing it. So for now, there is no regret.

Pics ?

I recently sold my 16800. Glossy dial has turned completely matte.

Nice matching patina all around.

I still have a 16750 in my rotation.

Based on personal preference, i have to say 16750 is sexier especially if you can find the matte one. Mine is the spider dial one.

16800 looks more modern. Saphire crystal. I have to say, it looks similar to 16610. While the 16750 is actually still look like a 1675 with the plexi.

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What did you get for the 16800? I think I'm going to chase a 16750 first. The matte with Pepsi insert has so much going for it...

Born in 1980.

Quite a lot of options. 6263 being the creme de la creme.

But currently got this watch.

Mark 1 1665 great white. It is a 1978 watch but was sold on 1980. So pretty close for now.

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Love it !!! Should I go for a 16800 first or a 16750? Can't decide....

1982?  Transitionals are so cool man!!! I'm in love with the 16800. I'm eyeing this one but I think it's overpriced once you include another $800 for the bracelet to match from the seller...  I listed the 6538 gilt for sale today on here.  It was hard to do but I think it's for the best as I just don't wear it often anymore.

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=444803

Wow close replication to the original that's impressive

Here's the one I need/want good luck w/ that!

 

1962 Rolex Submariner 5513 PCG with Mark 1 Gilt Chapter Ring Dial

 

 

So sexy !!!!

True on the SD but quite pricey!  The 6538 is SUCH a special watch - agreed.  It's merely a shortcut to getting a 1981 gen immediately (or next-to immediately) versus having to save for a year or two.  I'm really conflicted.  I'm impatient by nature.

So - I've watched a well known member here "graduate" to some AMAZING genuine birth year vintage Rolex pieces over the last year or so... we all know who I'm referring to.  Yesterday I really looked hard at my depleted box.... all 3 of those watches... two genuine Tudors and (his) gen spec 6538 big crown I picked up last August.  I started thinking to myself.... 1981 wasn't as special with Rolex as some of these 60's and 70's watch models, but the 5513 was still produced and the 16750 pepsi isn't a bad looking watch either.  The 16800 is also an option too for something different that's not quite "collectible" yet but may have a nice return later.  Anyhow - as I looked around online, one can find a pretty solid 16750 for $6k-9k and an equally solid 5513 for $8k-12k.  Would I be crazy to sell off my gen spec 6538 build (roughly $7K) to fund one of those two watches and then start saving for the other?  I know I'll likely never own a 6538 that's 100% Rolex, and this thing is about 99.0% there (and breathtaking in person) but if my long term goal is to focus on birth year models this sure gets me closer sooner.

Talk me on/off the cliff I'm curious what all of you think is best.  If you have any other suggestions for 1981 models I"d also love to hear them. I know a Omega Speedmaster is also on that list but Omega's serial numbers versus manufacturing dates are not as clean cut as Rolex.

Dreaming of these 369 dials and subs as well, stunning:)

On the other topic, just yesterday was surprised to discover robertmaronwatches is a follower of tonnywatches.

And...... That's scary ....!!

Looks really clean !!!

Gilt love for #droptopman

1 hour ago, droptopman said:

Change up time.

Ok the birth year Grail has landed. She does not disappoint. Very happy with her. Nice early 50th birthday present.

Quick pic.

THAT JUST HAPPENED!  WOOHOO!  SUCH a nice pick up Mark congrats!!

1 hour ago, slay said:

WHOAHello from paradise! Not afraid to Dive deep with this one. Salt water should add some nice patina to the outside of the brass bezel.

WHOA! Build info?

Gen on Ranger SS = sexy....!

It's that time of day...

Sexy !