BigDD Posted January 6, 2013 Report Posted January 6, 2013 I am looking to buy a TT Blue Sub. Can the experts please advice where I can find the best copy? I don't care if its the ceramic or alum bezel. I just want the best copy period. Thank You.
gmtlover Posted January 6, 2013 Report Posted January 6, 2013 Andrew from tt has new ones, they are pretty good. Only thing is that the bracelet aren't with wrapped gold anymore, or very hard to find. Most of them are plated now, which means the sides of the midlinks are still silver. This especially visible on the end link But there are with an AR'ed cyclops now and superlume. Nice to start with and perhaps maybe build one yourself later ;-)
Gngn Posted January 6, 2013 Report Posted January 6, 2013 The best ever is the BK wm9 version of the 16613. It's out of stock though. Street price currently around $1000. Second best is the MBK version as sold by Reg, same model (16613). Latest info from Reg says this one is out of stock as well. Used ones sell for about $500-600. Observe the sales sections for some times to find one.
BigDD Posted January 6, 2013 Author Report Posted January 6, 2013 Wow... very insightful. Thanks for all the input. I have always wondered about the gold plating on the watch. So do I need to be super careful with these gold plated watches? I assume the plating is rather thin and the SS will show if scratches are put on the watch? How about the weight of the watch? Gold is obviously heavier, but with just a light plating if someone handles the watch they can prob tell right away that its a rep? Thanks to all the experts input.
gmtlover Posted January 6, 2013 Report Posted January 6, 2013 The plating is ok. 5 layers. But the quality of gold makes the difference. In general they use 18ct. Which is fine. I did see a new tt with a wrapped bracelet. I will look for you where I saw it! Of course the gold will wear in time if you wear it daily. But a goldsmith can do wonders for your gold ;-)
Wks Posted January 6, 2013 Report Posted January 6, 2013 I have the WM9 V3 tt from BK, and im in negotiations to buy a gen one at the moment. If I do end up buying the gen I will offer you the WM9 if you are interested
gmtlover Posted January 6, 2013 Report Posted January 6, 2013 That is a once in a life time opportunity should you sell it..;-) Edit: this is the link of the new model with gold on the side of the end links. http://puretime.co/product/submariner-16613-ln-ssyg-blue-dial-on-ssyg-bracelet-eta2836/ It does not have superlume, AR'ed cyclops like the newer versions have.
BigDD Posted January 6, 2013 Author Report Posted January 6, 2013 Thanks GMTlover... really appreciate your help. I will take a look at the PT site.
panto911 Posted February 2, 2013 Report Posted February 2, 2013 wow i wonder if they have a black version of the 16613?
By-Tor Posted February 2, 2013 Report Posted February 2, 2013 WM9 was the best no doubt.But I'd ask bklm1234 if this was still available. This was the second best 16613 rep ever, imho.http://www.rwgforum.net/topic/70046-review-of-rolex-16613-two-tone-submariner-noob-factory-version/
SSTEEL Posted February 2, 2013 Report Posted February 2, 2013 (edited) That is really nice, and is on my list. Firstly I'm going for Trusty's Black and Gold Sub, but the Noobfactory blue TT is certainly on the list for me Is this the correct Noobfactory Blue TT Sub? http://www.timeshops.net/submariner/3738-rolex-submariner-blue-dial-ssss-new-version-swiss-eta-2836-2.html It's currently on sale. Edited February 2, 2013 by SSTEEL
By-Tor Posted February 2, 2013 Report Posted February 2, 2013 No. That watch looks good otherwise but has a terrible "wok" rehaut. 1
Ruprekt Posted February 3, 2013 Report Posted February 3, 2013 The WM9 TT Sub was the best in many respects, but it's shortcoming was the dial which as nice as it is, isn't even close to the candy cobalt blue of the gen. The MBW version (with its errant left of center "Swiss Made") has a near perfect match for color. Unfortunately, the maker of the MBW is out of bezel insert and has been for some time. Best option would be buy a bezel insert-less watch and get a WM9 insert from BK. Still left with bare SEL sides, but there's always a trade off on the TT. The dial color to me is more important. 1
SSTEEL Posted February 3, 2013 Report Posted February 3, 2013 (edited) No. That watch looks good otherwise but has a terrible "wok" rehaut. Sorry for the dumb question, but what is wok? The WM9 TT Sub was the best in many respects, but it's shortcoming was the dial which as nice as it is, isn't even close to the candy cobalt blue of the gen. The MBW version (with its errant left of center "Swiss Made") has a near perfect match for color. Unfortunately, the maker of the MBW is out of bezel insert and has been for some time. Best option would be buy a bezel insert-less watch and get a WM9 insert from BK. Still left with bare SEL sides, but there's always a trade off on the TT. The dial color to me is more important. Ok, cheers guys, much appreciated Edited February 3, 2013 by SSTEEL
Pastorius Posted February 4, 2013 Report Posted February 4, 2013 (edited) That is a once in a life time opportunity should you sell it..;-) Edit: this is the link of the new model with gold on the side of the end links. http://puretime.co/product/submariner-16613-ln-ssyg-blue-dial-on-ssyg-bracelet-eta2836/ It does not have superlume, AR'ed cyclops like the newer versions have. That is a once in a life time opportunity should you sell it..;-) Edit: this is the link of the new model with gold on the side of the end links. http://puretime.co/product/submariner-16613-ln-ssyg-blue-dial-on-ssyg-bracelet-eta2836/ It does not have superlume, AR'ed cyclops like the newer versions have. I think it is out of stock... Edited February 4, 2013 by Pastorius
gmtlover Posted February 5, 2013 Report Posted February 5, 2013 Sead/supermirrors also has the new one
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