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Poom · 10 March 2010, 09:28 AM

Hi, does anyone know which AD in US or UK still keep the M or V brand new Sea Dweller, I love this watch and want to add in my collection.
I saw they sell above $8K in Ebay, is this one the collectable model now?
Thks.

moviefreak · 10 March 2010, 09:33 AM

You should be able to find 16600 SD's at least for retail prices in AD's... and with some luck even at a discount... brand new

Poom · 10 March 2010, 10:29 AM

Not in Thailand. Thks.

JMIND · 10 March 2010, 10:44 AM

Poom, you might want to PM one of the trusted sellers like DavidSW and ask if he can get one for you at what price.

Poom · 10 March 2010, 10:46 AM

Thank you Jerry. Much appreciated! I will do that.

ersnyder · 10 March 2010, 11:19 AM

Call Baron & Leeds in Waikoloa Hawaii. They had 2 just a few weeks ago. Ask Janet for a good price.

The GMT Master · 10 March 2010, 11:25 AM

Not seen or heard of any new ones in ADs in the UK for a long time now. The last one my place of work got was about a year and a half ago now

WatchnRoll · 10 March 2010, 11:30 AM

Good luck on your search and hope you find the one you want.

I am curious though...not directed at the OP or anyone in general but why base these things on the serial number for value on the SD?

Is an F series any less than a V or M in terms of value?

It's just because V or M were the last serial numbers made but i'm not clear why that makes the watch any more valuable.

Perhaps I just don't get it but the Sea Dweller itself should be more valuable due to the discontinuation and lack of them in ADs...only being available just on the used market.

The serial really seems odd to increase it's price.

sakuraba · 10 March 2010, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by WatchnRoll

Good luck on your search and hope you find the one you want.

I am curious though...not directed at the OP or anyone in general but why base these things on the serial number for value on the SD?

Is an F series any less than a V or M in terms of value?

It's just because V or M were the last serial numbers made but i'm not clear why that makes the watch any more valuable.

Perhaps I just don't get it but the Sea Dweller itself should be more valuable due to the discontinuation and lack of them in ADs...only being available just on the used market.

The serial really seems odd to increase it's price.

If anything, i would put more stock on the condition of the watch than the serial letter. I also prefer the older tritium dials as they have a nice fade to them compared to the luminovas.

ABChop · 10 March 2010, 12:49 PM

My AD just appraised my M 16600 at $10400 usd).....which surprised me.....or do they always inflate the value that much?

WatchnRoll · 10 March 2010, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ABChop

My AD just appraised my M 16600 at $10400 usd).....which surprised me.....or do they always inflate the value that much?

That's crazy. The list was $6,400...

If that's the case then these watches used should sell for about $6400 in near mint condition...

karmatp · 11 March 2010, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by ABChop

My AD just appraised my M 16600 at $10400 usd).....which surprised me.....or do they always inflate the value that much?

They must be crazy because no body would ever pay that much for one. A couple of weeks ago I could have walked out the door with a new M from my local AD for less than 6K. I would guess that in 40 years they won't be worth that much to be honest, those appraisals are insane.

Poom · 11 March 2010, 01:08 AM

I think because of the discont. then people try to inflate the price.

Nairn1980 · 11 March 2010, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by moviefreak

You should be able to find 16600 SD's at least for retail prices in AD's... and with some luck even at a discount... brand new

Erm not in the UK!

Nairn1980 · 11 March 2010, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by ABChop

My AD just appraised my M 16600 at $10400 usd).....which surprised me.....or do they always inflate the value that much?

MUst be a mistake.
I just sold a MINT 2008 M-Series for £3,000.
Work out the exchange rate and thats under $6k
$10,000 is Daytona money!

PS, also, why didnt you bite his hand off for $10,000...........?

Speedmeister · 11 March 2010, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ABChop

My AD just appraised my M 16600 at $10400 usd).....which surprised me.....or do they always inflate the value that much?

I'm eating steak tonight!

bulldawg · 11 March 2010, 02:22 AM

I spoke to Baron and Leeds last week and they claimed that they do not have any 16600's left. Unless I didn't have the secret password or something.

stusrt · 11 March 2010, 02:32 AM

there are a few SD's around at the AD's here in Michigan.

Not rare by a long shot here...

Z-Sub · 11 March 2010, 03:36 AM

A new one will be hard to come by but they're all the same and a preowned is just as good

PhilK · 11 March 2010, 03:37 AM

Have not seen one at a UK AD for a long long while. Also, looking at Blower's and other good Grey Market dealers, I can't see any BNIB versions with seals intact. The prices for models 4-5 years old appear to be nearly the same as the last V's sold at ADs.

cdweller · 11 March 2010, 03:40 AM

If it sold for over $8k, perhaps it was one of the new Sea Dweller Deep Sea?

padi56 · 11 March 2010, 03:46 AM

The SD has not changed a lot since 1988 sure must be a lot around today, and now some being reported with the new type serial.The SD is not dead yet almost one year on since reported in Basel 2009 its discontinuance the SD is still being produced.Many posts on TRF stating by various ADs that V was the end but now SD with new type serials around.

Speedmeister · 11 March 2010, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

The SD has not changed a lot since 1988 sure must be a lot around today, and now some being reported with the new type serial.The SD is not dead yet almost one year on since reported in Basel 2009 its discontinuance the SD is still being produced.Many posts on TRF stating by various ADs that V was the end but now SD with new type serials around.

What do you mean? Newer than V serial?

rad87gn · 11 March 2010, 06:15 AM

Crazy they are still making them!?

Vee-Dweller · 11 March 2010, 07:36 AM

has anyone actually seen one with the new serial numbers or is it just a rumour?

Speedmeister · 11 March 2010, 10:45 AM

This is the first i've even heard anyone say that. I think it's nonsense.

nauticajoe · 11 March 2010, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ABChop

My AD just appraised my M 16600 at $10400 usd).....which surprised me.....or do they always inflate the value that much?

You sure its the SD 16600 we're talking about....not the SDDS 116660?

ABChop · 11 March 2010, 03:10 PM

yes SD 16600

i just assumed they always inflate the price that much for appraisals??

10 March 2010, 09:28 AM	#1
Poom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 349	Sea Dweller Hi, does anyone know which AD in US or UK still keep the M or V brand new Sea Dweller, I love this watch and want to add in my collection. I saw they sell above $8K in Ebay, is this one the collectable model now? Thks.

10 March 2010, 09:33 AM	#2
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11 March 2010, 03:36 AM	#19
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11 March 2010, 03:46 AM	#22
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11 March 2010, 06:15 AM	#24
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	Crazy they are still making them!? __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

10 March 2010, 10:29 AM	#3
Poom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 349	Not in Thailand. Thks.

10 March 2010, 10:44 AM	#4
JMIND "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jerry Location: New Mexico Watch: 16610 M Series Posts: 1,084	Poom, you might want to PM one of the trusted sellers like DavidSW and ask if he can get one for you at what price.

10 March 2010, 10:46 AM	#5
Poom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 349	Thank you Jerry. Much appreciated! I will do that.

10 March 2010, 11:19 AM	#6
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	Call Baron & Leeds in Waikoloa Hawaii. They had 2 just a few weeks ago. Ask Janet for a good price.

10 March 2010, 11:25 AM	#7
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,149	Not seen or heard of any new ones in ADs in the UK for a long time now. The last one my place of work got was about a year and a half ago now

10 March 2010, 11:30 AM	#8
WatchnRoll "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 538	Good luck on your search and hope you find the one you want. I am curious though...not directed at the OP or anyone in general but why base these things on the serial number for value on the SD? Is an F series any less than a V or M in terms of value? It's just because V or M were the last serial numbers made but i'm not clear why that makes the watch any more valuable. Perhaps I just don't get it but the Sea Dweller itself should be more valuable due to the discontinuation and lack of them in ADs...only being available just on the used market. The serial really seems odd to increase it's price.

10 March 2010, 12:49 PM	#10
ABChop "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 671	My AD just appraised my M 16600 at $10400 usd).....which surprised me.....or do they always inflate the value that much?

11 March 2010, 01:08 AM	#13
Poom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 349	I think because of the discont. then people try to inflate the price.

11 March 2010, 02:22 AM	#17
bulldawg "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: America Posts: 41	I spoke to Baron and Leeds last week and they claimed that they do not have any 16600's left. Unless I didn't have the secret password or something.

11 March 2010, 02:32 AM	#18
stusrt "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: The Motor City Watch: too many Posts: 1,114	there are a few SD's around at the AD's here in Michigan. Not rare by a long shot here...

11 March 2010, 03:37 AM	#20
PhilK "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: London Posts: 192	Have not seen one at a UK AD for a long long while. Also, looking at Blower's and other good Grey Market dealers, I can't see any BNIB versions with seals intact. The prices for models 4-5 years old appear to be nearly the same as the last V's sold at ADs.

11 March 2010, 03:40 AM	#21
cdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: PA Watch: SubLV, 1665 Rail Posts: 1,054	If it sold for over $8k, perhaps it was one of the new Sea Dweller Deep Sea?

11 March 2010, 07:36 AM	#25
Vee-Dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: uk Watch: 16600 Posts: 55	has anyone actually seen one with the new serial numbers or is it just a rumour?

11 March 2010, 10:45 AM	#26
Speedmeister "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Hollywood Watch: 16600, 145.012-67 Posts: 164	This is the first i've even heard anyone say that. I think it's nonsense.

11 March 2010, 03:10 PM	#28
ABChop "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 671	yes SD 16600 i just assumed they always inflate the price that much for appraisals??

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