Pictorial Review - Rolex Submariner 16610 / 16613

[justlounging]

Ever since getting my first Rolex Submariner Rep from Narikaa, a Noobmariner, I fell in love with the simplistic design and iconic look of the Submariner.

I did a pictorial review for the Noobmariner and it can be found here: http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/review-noob-mariner-95479?t=95479

With the Noobmariner, I spent quite a fair bit of time (& money) upgrading it with TC, WM9 and WM parts but somehow I still wanted more.

More pics can be found here: http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/rolex-16610lv-mark-107859?t=107859

With the Noobmariner passed on to another local member to be loved, my attention focused on trying to score either a TC or BK built Submariner 16610LN or 16610LV..The itch for the Sub got me to a point where I almost splashed out for a gen piece during one of my business trips to Hong Kong..I'm glad I caught myself and refocused my attention to getting a TC/BK Submariner..

Having my birthday gift of a MBK 16613 modded by BK, I was well aware of the quality that BK produces in his builds and I steered my find in that direction..Luckily for me, a member was selling a BK TW 16610LV and I knew I had to have it. A check with BK and the LV parts had ran out so this was my only option..I bit the bullet and purchased the watch..Having it sent from Canada to Asia was a big risk that I had to factor in but I'm glad that the member assisted me in the way he did..Got the watch in about 7 business days and I was truly elated when I saw it..

The 16610LN is now mated with the following parts:

1. BK TW 16610LV with swiss heart & BK mods
2. 16610LN Noob Insert (shaved to fit)
3. WM Pearl
4. TC/WM9 v1 93250 Bracelet with correct hollow midlinks
5. TW WM9 v1 Clasp (93250)

and its TT brother got the following:

1. MBW 16613 with swiss heart & BK mods
2. 16613 Gen Insert
3. TC/WM9 v3 93250 Bracelet with correct hollow midlinks (currently awaiting a plating-wrapping procedure

Enough talking from me, this is supposed to be a pictorial review so here are some pictures I took earlier today:

I can't wait to add on more gen parts to my Subs..these iconic watches have not earned a place in the watchbox but also a secured spot on my wrist..

Thanks for reading this and hope you enjoy it..any and all comments/feedbacks are most welcome..

Here's a parting shot of the 'brothers':

 

[JellyJoe]

Nice watches and I enjoyed the read as well, I could partially relate to.
Wear them in good health, mate.

 

[rsh]

i like them alot, one small word of advice, get a tc v3 strap for the 16610, you will not regret it (well except for the clasp sometimes)

 

[Debellum]

Great job Buddy !
Now You've 2 very lovely Submariner...!
I love modding....! :wub:

Junio

 

[rols16610]

very nice, both looks excellent +1

 

[justlounging]

Update: 25 May 2013

Got my MBK 16613 TT Sub back from BK and I am very happy to finally complete this watch.

Specs are as follows:

MBK 16613 (w/o rehaut engraving) case, caseback, bezel assembly powered by a swiss (confirmed) ETA 2824-1 movement
CGs modded by BK
Gen spec Tube installed
wm9 Gold crown
wm9 Superlume dial and hands
BK Champagne DWO
Clark Crystal with BK modded cyclops
Gen 16613 insert
Aftermarket TT Oyster Bracelet
TC 93250 v3 clasp

and here are the 'glam' shots:

The dial is so eye-catching in natural lighting..i caught myself looking and looking at the different shades of blue..

Taken last Thursday with my BK TW 16610LV and BP SD v1

And a group lumeshot: Top (16613), Left(16600), Right(16610LV)

And finally a wristie:

Can't thank BK enough for his assistance and patience in helping me with all the mods..

 

[shotgun]

Awesome build,I love 16613,one questions,where are you buy the aftermarket bracelet?
Thanks..

 

[heero]

Awesome build,I love 16613,one questions,where are you buy the aftermarket bracelet?
Thanks..

+1 talk to us about the bracelet.

 

[TESLA760]

Looks like the one Reg sells. Unfortunately , the links have exposed SS on the sides. I bought one and was very disappointed. There isn't a good 16613 bracelet being made.

 

[txrob779]

Here is something to consider. It has been a while since I dug around with this but I remember there being some, "italian made" rolex bracelets out there. A grey dealer in Dallas, the Dallas Gold and Silver Exchange sells them on several of their Rolex with a disclaimer "genuine certified Rolex with Italian band" Now these are not cheap, cheaper than a gen Rolex but maybe they are worth the investment for a great 16613. Let's start a hunt gentlemen....

 

[justlounging]

Nope..didnt get from Reg..his are pinkish gold..these match the bezel and crown perfectly..

Pics are taken on a warm sunny day on an iphone..no white balance adjustment done..

 

[heero]

Nope..didnt get from Reg..his are pinkish gold..these match the bezel and crown perfectly..

Pics are taken on a warm sunny day on an iphone..no white balance adjustment done..

Thanks for the response, it's great that you clarified it is not an MBK aftermarket bracelet, but maybe you could let us know where you DID get it from?

 

[shotgun]

This is from Ebay seller