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21 May 2024, 09:02 AM | #31 |
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SD43 is stunning with its flash of red, reminds me of the red subs of old. I’d have this watch on my wrist if my wrist was big enough. Very smart piece with perfect proportions almost like a 5 digit SD. I’m surprised it’s not more popular.
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21 May 2024, 12:12 PM | #32 |
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The SD is basically diver perfection as far as I'm concerned. The JC DSSD is a beautiful watch but really does give that hockey puck feel. Just too dang thick. SD43 for me, six years and counting.
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21 May 2024, 12:57 PM | #33 |
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Team Deepsea here, I have a black 116660 and a black 226570 Explorer II. Trust me, you need both. As for the Sea Dweller I don’t do red.
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21 May 2024, 09:48 PM | #34 |
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Go all in with the Deepsea. I’ve had one ever since the first gen black dial was introduced. Currently have the 126660 JC and think it’s my favorite diver from any brand.
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21 May 2024, 10:32 PM | #35 |
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I’ve had both the 126660 and 126600, and I find the Deepsea more comfortable despite the increased thickness. The protruding caseback on the SD43 was the difference in wearability for me (and I think this is the primary “complaint” with the SD43, which is otherwise near-perfect and unique with the red text).
Sized right the Deepsea can be quite comfortable. I’m team 126xxx for the wider bracelet (relative to the 116xxx), as well as the diver extension, but the 136xxx is quite nice as well. I do understand the affinity some have for the original 116xxx. Good luck with the choice! |
22 May 2024, 01:50 AM | #36 | |
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22 May 2024, 01:00 PM | #37 |
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Sweet - the black dialed DSSD is awesome. Arguably the most tool like of all the Rolex “tool” watches. And yeah, there are pros to the 116660; some might say the movement (3135). Others like that it’s the original modern Deepsea, and occasionally you hear about folks preferring the slimmer bracelet. There may be other pros, and I may not be the best to answer this question as I’ve only ever owned the 126660.
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22 May 2024, 01:36 PM | #38 | |
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22 May 2024, 01:58 PM | #39 | |
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My first Rolex was a Explorer II, followed by a Sky-D and Deepsea deepblue. Guess I couldn’t decide either.
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22 May 2024, 09:31 PM | #40 | |
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The 116660 has a slimmer bracelet which looks and wears a little out of proportion. The 126660 is way more balanced. Newer movement (never had an issue) and you still get the divers extension link and domed crystal. The 136660 did away with the extension link and went with a slightly raised crystal which I don’t like as much. |
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22 May 2024, 09:33 PM | #41 |
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DSSD over SD43. DSSD feels fine in the water and I love mine as a weekend watch.
The submariner is far more comfortable and practical as a daily, have both, like them for different reasons. |
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23 May 2024, 05:33 AM | #44 |
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I own both and love both equally. I love the dial of the JC, previously had the black dial. The SD43 is the best all around diver by Rolex in my opinion. It has everything you would want, bigger yet stylish, the red lettering is so awesome and does not look too big. You cannot go wrong with either. Good luck choosing.
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23 May 2024, 06:02 AM | #45 |
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I prefer the DSSD to the SD43. Although the DeepSea is larger, it wears better on my 7 1/2" wrist, and the adjustable clasp is superior. I dislike the matte dial on the SD43, and despite it being smaller than the DSSD, I found it more top heavy. I also like how the thick crystal on the DeepSea adds an interesting visual dimension.
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23 May 2024, 01:29 PM | #46 |
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Gents,
Thanks for such excellent advice! I think I've decided and I'm ready to pull the trigger. If I can figure out how to post pics, I'll do so in a couple of days. Stand by! |
23 May 2024, 02:03 PM | #47 |
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hello, I'm a little late but here is an overview of the different SD, Deepsea and Challenge versions on the wrist
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23 May 2024, 02:06 PM | #48 |
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I personally consider with a wrist of 17.5cm that all the divers from 40mm to 44mm are comfortable (the challenge is a museum piece reserved for very large wrists over 18cm), my preference goes to the Deepsea JC, and the 2 40mm. these remain parts that we rarely see compared to Submariners,
The comfort of the thinner buckle on the generations preceding the 12xxxx and 13xxxx is superior to the latest very (too) wide generations. |
23 May 2024, 09:21 PM | #49 |
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Nice collection.
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24 May 2024, 04:38 AM | #51 |
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Thanks @1Guillaume & @Chiefinspector
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25 May 2024, 04:59 AM | #52 |
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Looks: SD43
Comfort: 126660 DSSD Bobbyfat, your SD collection is amazing! Nice work |
25 May 2024, 08:20 PM | #53 |
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The SD is nice, but the Deepsea is the king. If you want smaller, get a Sub. The Seadweller is for the person who orders a medium Coke!
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25 May 2024, 09:59 PM | #54 |
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26 May 2024, 02:46 AM | #55 |
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26 May 2024, 02:54 AM | #56 |
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Hey T-Bone!
Yes....A black dial Rolex diver is on the way. I've never been more torn in my life. I went back and forth between the SD4K, SD43 and the DSSD. Bad timing doing a deal at the beginning of the Memorial Day weekend. I should have it Tuesday or Wednesday. Pics to follow! Thanks for all the excellent feedback gents! |
31 May 2024, 04:36 AM | #57 |
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I left a big hint last week when I changed the watch in my profile. Here it is gents! The 126660. Absolutely loving it!
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31 May 2024, 04:45 AM | #58 |
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Hey Mike,
Congratulations on that DSSD!! |
31 May 2024, 05:00 AM | #59 |
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Congratulations Mike, you wear it well
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31 May 2024, 05:00 AM | #60 |
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