Man, I’ve been into watches for a while now, mostly vintage Omegas and my trusty Speedmaster. But lately, I’ve been itching for a vintage Rolex. It’s like the next level, you know? So, I dove deep, reading everything I could get my hands on about these things, trying to figure out which one to go for.
Then I remembered, way back in 2003, the Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 was actually my first sports Rolex. I had it for over a decade, wore it all the time. It was a beast, could handle anything I threw at it. Thinking about it now brings back some good memories.
Recently, I’ve been getting serious about finally pulling the trigger on another Rolex. It’s been a tough choice, honestly. The Submariner is what initially got me hooked on Rolex, but there are a couple of others that caught my eye. I just couldn’t make up my mind.
- I started looking at prices.
- Checked out some forums.
- Watched a bunch of videos, you know, the usual.
I saw that the Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, the last time it was officially sold, it went for around $6,400. But now, if you want to buy one used, you’re looking at about $8,000. That’s a pretty big jump, but these things hold their value, and honestly, they seem to be getting more popular, which drives the prices up.
After going back and forth for what felt like forever, I finally decided. I’m going for the Sea-Dweller 16600 again. It’s not just a watch; it’s like a piece of history, and for me, it’s personal. This older model has a charm that the new ones just don’t. It’s not just about telling time; it’s about that feeling you get when you put it on your wrist.
So, that’s the story. I’ve got my heart set on the Sea-Dweller 16600. Now it’s just a matter of finding the right one, at the right price. Wish me luck!
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