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Sonny Crockett · 15 January 2010, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zirotti

One recommendation I can give to those that are debating on it...

The problem with trying this on at an AD is that without a properly sized bracelet, you can't really appreciate how comfortable it is. When I got this home, removedd a couple links and wearing it out today, there is NO reason this can't be a daily wearer. The size is not even noticable if you are used to wearing modern larger watches.

Very well said Congrats and welcome to the club! DavidSW does good again!

R S · 15 January 2010, 10:22 AM

Great choice, get it underwater soon as possible. RS

P.S. Is it me or is everyone happy when dealing with DavidSW, talk about good service!

moby33 · 15 January 2010, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zirotti

The problem with trying this on at an AD is that without a properly sized bracelet, you can't really appreciate how comfortable it is. When I got this home, removedd a couple links and wearing it out today, there is NO reason this can't be a daily wearer.

That's what I've been talkin 'bout for almost 2 years now as a daily DSSD wearer. No way it would be on my wrist this long if it wasn't an extremely comfortable watch - Period.

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Originally Posted by promethus

How do you feel about the bracelet?

I feel like getting one again, but the puny bracelet image keep running through my mind.

Sigh...

Quote:

Originally Posted by TurboWatch

What are you talkin' about? the DSSD has the largest bracelet in the entire lineups (21mm at the lugs)

Like Zirotti stated, the key to wearing the DSSD is to have it snug on your wrist so it doesn't flop.

I think Promethus is referring to the taper/width of the band. I can understand where he's coming from as I had the same reaction the first time I witnessed the DSSD in the flesh. At first I thought it didn't quite look right, but after a few hours of wear the proportion of the head to bracelet taper became a distant thought...and in less than a few days of constant wear I actually fell in love w/ the look. Now I think it actually makes the watch look somewhat elegant (if that makes sense) and gives it a more universal use.

While I believe a larger width might have looked alright, I'm actually very glad Rolex didn't do it. After wearing the watch for so long, I believe the taper makes the watch more suitable for everyday wear. If it would have been wider, I believe the watch would become too cumbersome and heavy-looking. The watch already has SIGNIFICANT presence due to its thickness...adding even more size via a wider band would have been overkill IMO.

Interestingly enough, now when I look at my Omega SMP Chrono (which has zero taper), a watch that I wore everyday for almost 5 years, I actually think it looks kind of silly with the wide bracelet all the way to the clasp.

So...what I'm getting at is the fact that if you're on the fence about the DSSD due to the bracelet I can honestly attest to the fact that it will more than likely become a non-issue in very short order if you purchase...you'll probably fall in love w/ it just like I did.

Arrgo · 15 January 2010, 10:42 AM

The pinnacle of modern Rolex engineering! Beautiful beast, enjoy it in good health

Sub'erman · 15 January 2010, 11:14 AM

fantastic pics!!!

Congrats!!!

(really looking forward to getting my hands on mine!!!)

steveseiko · 15 January 2010, 12:41 PM

DSSD proves there is life beyond 40mm.

Zirotti · 15 January 2010, 01:06 PM

Amen brother

sea-dweller · 15 January 2010, 02:03 PM

Very nice DSSD and great photos...

JUSTROLEXES · 15 January 2010, 02:07 PM

Congrats

, and welcome to the Rolex world.

therolexguy · 15 January 2010, 02:10 PM

Congrats and welcome

steengeo · 15 January 2010, 08:37 PM

Perfect choice.

Just love it :-)

Cheers

Steen Georg

acosspr · 15 January 2010, 09:57 PM

Welcome to the Deepsea club!

Subdialler · 15 January 2010, 11:01 PM

Hope you'll love it, looks great! Totally agree with the need to have the bracelet fitted properly. I initially declined one as the watch didn't feel right, and I'm sure the AD wouldn't have altered the bracelet just to make sure I liked it, just in case I didn't proceed with the sale.

The thought of the watch never, after that point, left my mind and I'm sure there are many others out there feeling totally the same.

I think more and more people have the pang to explore the DSSD further, it's like an itch.

AD's could do with a demonstrator that they can alter the strap before you pull the trigger!

Subsequently bought one late last year and haven't looked back. Excellent choice.

SDDS · 16 January 2010, 12:33 AM

congratulations very nice wear it in good health

Zirotti · 16 January 2010, 09:51 AM

Thanks again guys!

acadianl79 · 16 January 2010, 10:43 AM

Congrats for your Deep Sea purchase,

Very happy for you.
Welcome to the DSSD owner's club.

m_reign · 16 January 2010, 04:57 PM

Congrats!!! it looks good on ya.

Joey_V · 16 January 2010, 05:03 PM

You mean the DSSD has "surfaced"? Landed are for planes, surfaced are for deep diving vessels....

LOL!

I truly enjoyed your images and it looks at home on your wrist. Congrats and wear it in good health!

Zirotti · 16 January 2010, 05:06 PM

Hah. Good point. I'm a Breitling guy at heart, so you'll have to forgive me.

The GMT Kid · 16 January 2010, 05:15 PM

Welcome to the DEEPSEA club.

Mine has been my daily watch for a few months now. My GMTII has gone into hiding and the others aren't talking to me.

Zirotti · 16 January 2010, 05:25 PM

I've only had it for a day or so, but I'll tell you what - it may be a keeper. Just something about it. I can't keep my eyes off it.

15 January 2010, 10:22 AM	#32
R S "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Robert Location: N.O.LA. Posts: 475	Great choice, get it underwater soon as possible. RS P.S. Is it me or is everyone happy when dealing with DavidSW, talk about good service! __________________

15 January 2010, 10:42 AM	#34
Arrgo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Alan Location: Wet coast, Canada Watch: A few, yes Posts: 368	The pinnacle of modern Rolex engineering! Beautiful beast, enjoy it in good health __________________ Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it. - Steven Wright

15 January 2010, 11:14 AM	#35
Sub'erman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: SK Location: Greenland Watch: Various SUBs Posts: 473	fantastic pics!!! Congrats!!! (really looking forward to getting my hands on mine!!!) __________________ Founder and CEO of the "BLUME" Club Rolex ref: 14060 - 92', 16600- 06', 116610LN 11' In Da House!! He who only loves one woman and one watch, doesn't truly love women or watches!! "Not all that is countable, counts; and not all that counts, is countable"

15 January 2010, 02:03 PM	#38
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Very nice DSSD and great photos... __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

15 January 2010, 02:07 PM	#39
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15 January 2010, 12:41 PM	#36
steveseiko Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: ON,Canada Watch: DSSD & PO 45.5 Posts: 189	DSSD proves there is life beyond 40mm.

15 January 2010, 01:06 PM	#37
Zirotti "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: Tejas Watch: Invicta Posts: 1,066	Amen brother

15 January 2010, 02:10 PM	#40
therolexguy 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Todd Location: US Posts: 3,527	Wow, very nice first Rolex Congrats and welcome

15 January 2010, 08:37 PM	#41
steengeo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Steen Georg Location: Denmark Watch: DSSD/Gold GMT IIc Posts: 92	Perfect choice. Just love it :-) Cheers Steen Georg

15 January 2010, 09:57 PM	#42
acosspr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: US-MST Posts: 91	Welcome to the Deepsea club!

15 January 2010, 11:01 PM	#43
Subdialler "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: United Kingdom Watch: DSSD & SD Posts: 113	Hope you'll love it, looks great! Totally agree with the need to have the bracelet fitted properly. I initially declined one as the watch didn't feel right, and I'm sure the AD wouldn't have altered the bracelet just to make sure I liked it, just in case I didn't proceed with the sale. The thought of the watch never, after that point, left my mind and I'm sure there are many others out there feeling totally the same. I think more and more people have the pang to explore the DSSD further, it's like an itch. AD's could do with a demonstrator that they can alter the strap before you pull the trigger! Subsequently bought one late last year and haven't looked back. Excellent choice.

16 January 2010, 12:33 AM	#44
SDDS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Yazan Location: Canada Posts: 4,782	congratulations very nice wear it in good health __________________ Patek Philippe 5167 Patek Philippe 5905P black dial Rolex Deepsea 116660 M series Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 N series Rolex OP 41MM 124300 Green Dial

16 January 2010, 09:51 AM	#45
Zirotti "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: Tejas Watch: Invicta Posts: 1,066	Thanks again guys!

16 January 2010, 10:43 AM	#46
acadianl79 Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Watch: Rolex Deep sea Posts: 238	Congrats for your Deep Sea purchase, Very happy for you. Welcome to the DSSD owner's club.

16 January 2010, 04:57 PM	#47
m_reign "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 860	Congrats!!! it looks good on ya.

16 January 2010, 05:03 PM	#48
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	You mean the DSSD has "surfaced"? Landed are for planes, surfaced are for deep diving vessels.... LOL! I truly enjoyed your images and it looks at home on your wrist. Congrats and wear it in good health! __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

16 January 2010, 05:06 PM	#49
Zirotti "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: Tejas Watch: Invicta Posts: 1,066	Hah. Good point. I'm a Breitling guy at heart, so you'll have to forgive me.

16 January 2010, 05:15 PM	#50
The GMT Kid Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: S.F. Peninsula Watch: what you say! Posts: 815	Welcome to the DEEPSEA club. Mine has been my daily watch for a few months now. My GMTII has gone into hiding and the others aren't talking to me.

16 January 2010, 05:25 PM	#51
Zirotti "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: Tejas Watch: Invicta Posts: 1,066	I've only had it for a day or so, but I'll tell you what - it may be a keeper. Just something about it. I can't keep my eyes off it.

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