Rolex

There are blue dials watches, and there are Rolex blue dials...

... And I feel no one can compete with the deep cobalt blue dial of this Rolex. I know that most of collectors are not very fond of TT versions of their most popular tool watches (GMT and Subs) and I am not exception, but this 16613 blue dial had been haunting my mind for a long time. So a few years ago when Rolex announced the new reference (a.k.a. Smurf blue dial/maxi case) replacing and discontinuing this old 16613 reference I took the decision to buy the last brand new example in stock at a local AD. This one has seen little wrist time, but I can´t escape to the witchcraft of the blue dial each time I view it. I took it our of the bank safe box a few days ago, and will keep it wearing for some days now. Have a nice day gentlemen! Cordial regards, Abel.

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Vividly shiny colors.. Great Sky Blue contrast.. Can imagine that you only hesitantly return it into the box ! ;))

By: hs111 : October 29th, 2015-06:35

Thx for a refreshing & lovely share ! Continue to wear your marvel in the Best of your health ! Cheers & Best ! hs

Thank you so much my friend HS! Nothing can beat this deep blue! Thanks for viewing and commenting! Cheers! Abel [nt]

By: Subexplorer : October 29th, 2015-07:02

Superb blue dear Abel

By: Ares501 - Mr Green : October 29th, 2015-06:42

an you know I'm weak for that model Yours D

Thank you so much dear Damjan! Nice to know I´m in your company admiring this dial! All the best my friend! Abel [nt]

By: Subexplorer : October 29th, 2015-07:03

Indeed, very nice dial. I still have an issue with these two tone cases, but the dial,

By: amanico : October 29th, 2015-07:32

No question, it is awesome. Un abrazo, Nicolas

Completely agree Nicolas: TT cases can be the issue, but no one can beat this ever changing deep cobalt blue color...

By: Subexplorer : October 29th, 2015-07:44

... made by Rolex! Really awesome! Thank you my friend!1 Abrazos, Abel.

a top maritime watch, I am not tired to mention

By: COUNT DE MONET : October 29th, 2015-09:31

It looks also fab to business attire ( navy pinstripe suit) and also great on a lady! Saw it this summer on a lady in the streets and I understood immediately: this woman has style ! A superb two tone watch. Best Moritz

Thank you for your comments Moritz! Agree with you that it looks fantastic in a lady too! [nt]

By: Subexplorer : October 30th, 2015-05:35

Perhaps I need one of those to go with my

By: cazalea : October 29th, 2015-09:35

Volvo "Ocean Race" V70XC. The color looks almost exactly right. The watch is beautiful. Thanks for reminding me. Cazalea ...

Ahh yes Cazalea! This watch is exactly what you need to drive your Volvo with style! Lol! Thank you for your comments! Cheers, Abel [nt]

By: Subexplorer : October 30th, 2015-05:36

Very Kool look-- Enjoy. [nt]

By: pastaboy1939 : October 29th, 2015-10:36

Thank you so much Pasta bow!! [nt]

By: Subexplorer : October 30th, 2015-05:36

Definitely better than the 'Smurf' blue! What were they thinking? Aloha. Bob [nt]

By: masterspiece : October 29th, 2015-12:01

Thank you for your comment Bob! I know that colors choices is a very personal and subjetive thing, but I personally also find this deep blue color of this...

By: Subexplorer : October 30th, 2015-05:39

... former reference I am showing here, much more pleasing than the present reference blue. Not to say it is "ugly" but I like much more the older. Cheers! Abel

Totally agree. The deeper blue gets my vote.

By: masterspiece : October 30th, 2015-11:32

The current blue is not ugly, just not as nice as the previous. If it aint broke, why fix it. Aloha. Bob

Totally agree

By: daytonaman799 : October 29th, 2015-13:34

One of the most bewitching dials EVER! enjoy it.

Thank you so much and I am glad you share the liking of this dial Daytonaman! [nt]

By: Subexplorer : October 30th, 2015-05:39

You are SO right!

By: BentN : October 31st, 2015-11:21

I think this "Rolex-blue" is unmatched in the watch-business too! I used to own this fellow... The 16618 old But this one, is just too much gold for me these days. However, the newer two-tone (116613LB) is actually itching a little again. Could be a futur...

Thank you for your comment Ben! Glad you like this blue too. I also own a full gold Sub like yours, blue dialed too, but ...

By: Subexplorer : November 2nd, 2015-05:16

... its original deep blue is changing to purple now. Very striking! It sees very very little wrist time though. A collector piece for me, too much bling on the wrist. The TT is a better choice for a daily wearer I guess! Thank you again! Cordial regards,...

Great shots Abel!

By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : October 31st, 2015-11:58

I find this blue dial and bezel really nice even if I am not a fan of two tone watches The current ceramic bezel blue submariner doesn\'t have this shade of blue on yours which I find nicer! Cheers Robin

Thank you so much Robin for your comments! Glad you like these shots and the blue color of this one! Cheers! Abel [nt]

By: Subexplorer : November 2nd, 2015-05:17

Thanks, but, oohh, no...

By: BentN : November 13th, 2015-15:31

This deep blue (and partly this posting) had a bad influence on me. I am a weak person, ye, I know. - Yes, I initially made a comment in this posting here... - Yes, it's Friday 13th here...(Is it bad or is it good? I choose to believe it's good... ) - Yes...