I agree. This is in my opinion the best modern sub iteration. I think the current sub should have just retained the 5 digit's case dimensions, upgraded the movt to a 3 day one, upgraded the bracelet to glidelock..

Aug 26, 2020,20:24 PM
 

and last but not least, introduced the maxi dial from the kermit to its regular line-up. Then it would have been very easy for me to get off the fence.

Barring this one, I think the last best looking subs were the 4 digit refs (5512, 1680).. but then I'm not a vintage guy.

I've had a hard time getting into modern subs because the 5 digits have I think really small-ish lume indices and the 6 digits have that super case. Also, i really prefer 2-liner dials.

As it stands right now, I'm flip flopping between a good specimen 2 liner 14060 (which is not easy to stumble upon to these days) and a current 114060.. just because I'm thinking I need to experience a sub at some point. Anyway, I'll get around to it soon. I don't think the new sub will be attainable anyway smile

So, yeah, that's probably why I didn't really bother looking at subs throughout my life preferring the get a 2254 Omega SMP300 many moons back. There was just always something that prevented me from getting a sub.

Great sub, Jay. If I had the money to pony up the premium, I can see myself just getting this one and ending my long drawn sub search.


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Speculation: A new Kermit coming soon?

 
 By: Jay (Eire) : August 26th, 2020-11:12
There are no better watch enthusiasts than Rolex enthusiasts for speculation about potential new releases and discontinued pieces. Reading some of the threads elsewhere I see the perennial prediction of the Hulks discontinuation. We’ve been hearing that f...  

A bigger watch would be of little interest.

 
 By: Jay (Eire) : August 26th, 2020-12:15
Even my Hulk is a little on the beefy side for me, I’m definitely more of a fan of the older cases. We will know soon. At least there’s some buzz again with the events in Geneva and Rolex announcing next week.

I agree. This is in my opinion the best modern sub iteration. I think the current sub should have just retained the 5 digit's case dimensions, upgraded the movt to a 3 day one, upgraded the bracelet to glidelock..

 
 By: Echi : August 26th, 2020-20:24
and last but not least, introduced the maxi dial from the kermit to its regular line-up. Then it would have been very easy for me to get off the fence. Barring this one, I think the last best looking subs were the 4 digit refs (5512, 1680).. but then I'm ... 

I'm very curious about the 2020 Rolex news

 
 By: WH_ : August 26th, 2020-11:46
I keep reading whispers that this year there will be "significant" news, maybe a new sub and explorer. Enjoy your Kermit as is, it is cool

Lots of noise about a Blue Sub too.

 
 By: Jay (Eire) : August 26th, 2020-12:16
Who knows. One thing for sure, we will have things to chat about next week!

Kermit like first sex

 
 By: Passionata_george : August 26th, 2020-12:17
can happens once,called 16610LV ,the rest are just humble try to repeat the same magnificent effect(never happens again)

Haha.

 
 By: Jay (Eire) : August 26th, 2020-14:56
I do remember the first time I saw the Kermit. A lady who ran the shop for a tailor in Hong Kong had one; that was early 2004. It was cool, and it was also interesting to see it on a ladies wrist as it wasn’t that common at the time for ladies to wear Sub... 

i bought mine from a grey in 2005 January , i ve

 
 By: Passionata_george : August 27th, 2020-03:44
considered as the Sub of the 21st century , still have it and I think I d rather sell my Patek than this one .

You mean if they have a new Kermit?

 
 By: Jay (Eire) : August 26th, 2020-14:57
It’s all random speculation, one of the other things Rolex does well is keep a lid on new product releases.

While I prefer the slimmer lugs and shade of green of the bezel of the Kermit,

 
 By: Metachronous : August 26th, 2020-15:28
I prefer the dial, ceramic bezel insert and glidelock bracelet of the Hulk. It would be interesting to see what a new (reimagined) Kermit would look like. Not long to go now...

Yes, yes and yes. I just wish it was a little bit slimmer.

 
 By: Jay (Eire) : August 26th, 2020-16:21
Despite all of that the Hulk gets worn more. ...  

I could not care less

 
 By: penfriend : August 27th, 2020-07:26
Purchased my LV in late 2004 from my AD and still have it. The more follow-ups they invent the better for our value