VSF Sub 40mm 116610 or new 41mm 126610?

[Rangeman]

I'm about to buy the older VSF sub 40mm 116610 over the newer 41mm 126610.
My main reason choosing the older 40mm is the super/maxi case with chunkier lugs boxy look that gives more wrist presence imho and I personally like how it looks overall vs the new 41mm plus the older narrower bracelet gives more emphasis on the case.
What am I missing on the newer 41mm vsf 126610 if i get the older 40mm 116610?
If you were to buy now, which will you choose between the two, please shortly state your reasons. Plus Would you choose a better Factory than VSF for 40mm/41mm sub?
Thank you.
Courtesy to the owner of the photo
Left 41mm vs Right 40mm

 

[oceaon]

Personally, I prefer the 41 over 40. I had the 40 and sold it once I got the 41. I then sold the 41 Date for a 41 with No Date as I like the symmetry better on the no date. Again, my general rule of thumb is that if VSF has the watch, I prefer the VSF over most other factories unless looking at Daytona. I think this is highly subjective though. I think you should get what you love and not what others think

 

[Tompa]

Same here, i like the 41 over the 40. Its better symeri, and better feel. Braclet feels better to, little Wilder. And offcourse vsf

 

[rockdaytona]

I like the 40 over the 41 and have owned both. It was more comortable to wear in my opinion.

 

[Rangeman]

Personally, I prefer the 41 over 40. I had the 40 and sold it once I got the 41. I then sold the 41 Date for a 41 with No Date as I like the symmetry better on the no date. Again, my general rule of thumb is that if VSF has the watch, I prefer the VSF over most other factories unless looking at Daytona. I think this is highly subjective though. I think you should get what you love and not what others think

Thank you. What Factory you prefer for a Daytona?

 

[oceaon]

again just opinions here, but mostly CLean, except the 116500 black dial - I upgraded my clean to a BTF for that one.

 

[diamonds]

12 series is more symmetrical from the case, to the lugs, to the wider bracelet that tapers down to the clasp. Although the 12 series is 41mm vs 40mm of the 11 series, the 11 series seems visually larger due to the box shaped maxi case.

11 series seems more rugged.
12 series seems more aesthetic.
Both are beautiful. Both have their fans.

 

[SS72]

I have multiple of both, with and without the date, and can never decide which to wear. I prefer the maxi case of the 11x refs, but prefer the wider bracelet of the 12.

VSF make an awesome Sub straight out of the box, regardless of which reference you choose. Note that if you get a pre-raid 11x, the first 'R' on the Rehaut is offset to the right. Also, the VSF Rehaut on both the 11 and 12 is not as polished as the gen, and the engraving could be improved. But, will you notice that with the naked eye? Probably not. I usually have to check serial numbers to be absolutely sure which is the rep vs gen.

What are you missing between the 11 vs 12? IMO, absolutely nothing, based on what you've said you prefer on the 11x. I believe both the VS31XX and VS32XX movements have their own, known issues / flaws, but nothing that can't be fixed. And I recommend getting a service straight up either way.

To help you make your own decision, if you haven't seen them, here is an excellent VSF 116610 vs Gen review, thanks to @StreetFighter, and a VSF 126610 vs Gen review by RWI member @derjenigewelcher

A couple of additional VSF 116610 vs Gen pics.

Side note, I'm a big fan of the Noob 126610 (image below). I dropped a gen ETA in it and have worn the 5#it out of it. Love it! Not sure if it's still available, but you could check: https://trustytimewatch88.io/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_7&products_id=22324

 

[diamonds]

I prefer the maxi case of the 11x refs, but prefer the wider bracelet of the 12.

There it is right there!
11 series maxi case + 12 series bracelet = Perfect Submariner!

 

[SS72]

12 series is more symmetrical from the case, to the lugs, to the wider bracelet that tapers down to the clasp. Although the 12 series is 41mm vs 40mm of the 11 series, the 11 series seems visually larger due to the box shaped maxi case.

11 series seems more rugged.
12 series seems more aesthetic.
Both are beautiful. Both have their fans.

12 series is more symmetrical from the case, to the lugs, to the wider bracelet that tapers down to the clasp. Although the 12 series is 41mm vs 40mm of the 11 series, the 11 series seems visually larger due to the box shaped maxi case.

11 series seems more rugged.
12 series seems more aesthetic.
Both are beautiful. Both have their fans.

There it is right there!
11 series maxi case + 12 series bracelet = Perfect Submariner!

But that would require a 42-43mm diameter Sub, or the case wouldn't be as Maxi.

I would love a Sub that size!

 

[Driver79]

This is a very helpful thread - I’ve been debating this myself and went with the 116610LN VSF in the end (pending QCs from Ryan). Overall I liked the slightly chunkier look

 

[SS72]

To me, the 11 is a little less dressy than the 12. Jackhammering or dinner...

Can't go wrong with either, but safest to just get one of each

 

[JTL12]

I prefer the bigger lugs of the 114060/116610 but it's all personal preference.