Project build; 16610LV

[ubiquitous]

Been a while since I’ve built a Rolex… And even longer since I’ve done a modern sapphire model at that 

 

About a month ago I came to the conclusion that I wanted to put together a daily beater for the Summer and decided on a classic Sub for this project. After much contemplation I chose to shift gears ever so slightly and build a Lunette Vert, mostly to add a little variation and color to my collection as my 5514 already bears the standard black/white Submariner combination.

 

Ingredients:

 

-TC case

-Genuine 16610 ‘Maxi’ dial

-Genuine 16610 ‘Maxi’ hands

-Genuine 16610LV insert

-Genuine Rolex caliber 3135

-Genuine 704 crown/tube

-Genuine 295C (older style w/o laser etch @ 6:00)

 

I probably wouldn’t have opted to go the route of genuine movement due to the perceived build/gen cost ratio of a modern 16610, however I’m only $2500-ish in so the build made some dollar sense to me. The largest determining factor in this project was hinged on the fact that I managed to procure my 3135 for under $900 and I already had some of the parts in my spares box (i.e. the older 295C crystal, crown/tube, etc). Sure, I could probably have just picked up a gen 16610LV for $6k-ish, but that wouldn’t have been nearly as much fun (and over 2x the cost).

 

Some (quick) pics...

 

 

Thanks for looking!

 

//ubi

[kbh]

When the Summer's over, I'll be happy to take it off your hands, even with a reasonable markup........

[vlydog]

Another amazing project R! Did everything fit together without modification?

[freddy333]

Never been a fan of LVs, but great build as usual.

[monkeypunch]

Terrific! 

[JoeyB]

Been a while since I’ve built a Rolex…

 

So, the loneliness of sanity got to you?   

[jpz5142]

Always a pleasure to see a build by Ubi, always something to aspire towards!

[omgiv]

It turned out great and I always love your pictures!!!

[highoeyazmuhudee]

...and when you do.

 

IT IS AWESOME!

[ubiquitous]

Quick n' dirty...

 

[ceocorona]

What a great set of parts and build.

[alligoat]

Well, when you can pick up a 3135 for $900, what else is there to do? LVs aren't my cup of tea, but it's a beautiful build. Congrats R!

I like the fact that the TC case takes a 3135.

[chiman12]

Glad to see you are back in the rollie game R!

[panerai153]

Beautiful build Sir.   looks lovely, and should make a great summer watch. and of course when summer's over and the Aspens begin to turn, you can always find a home for it among us mere mortals!! 

[jmb]

R is back!

[w0lf]

Simply stunning, as always! That's an LV done right!

Thank you for taking the time to do shoot the photos and do the writeup

[coolfire]

Now, where's that wristy? LOL

 

Awesomeness!

[pam007]

Absolutely Amazing.
You just saved yourself 4k

Also that Mark I dial matches perfectly with the shaved Rehaut.
Now all you need is a flat 4 insert to be 100% period.

[mjmj]

Another nice looking piece. Somehow you have made the LV very attractive.

[cc33]

Spectacular ubi, that is a perfect build. Great job!!

[Erict719]

nice!! Must took long to get all those parts

[SSTEEL]

Stunning work my friend, complete respect mate.  Is that another build of yours, or is that a gen Daytona in your photos?

[coolfire]

Stunning work my friend, complete respect mate. Is that another build of yours, or is that a gen Daytona in your photos?

That's one of the 2 Daytonas he will never let go off... I know, because I've been lusting after that beauty for the longest time. Lol

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[firansky]

hi cool

if i want to buy the case set how do i buy it

[danielv2000]

Ubi, stunning, as always.