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MJ EXPLORER · 25 June 2024, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by doublevalley

Matte

Man this should be the pic that pops up on the Rolex website when you click on the Sea-Dweller. Awesome!

Dom9 · 25 June 2024, 04:32 AM

I like them both and have mostly matte in my vintage watches but... I do sometimes stare at a glossy black insert and can't help but see the 'mismatch' with a matte dial though... I think a glossy dial can make the watch look more cohesive... but maybe then there is less charm!?

MJ EXPLORER · 25 June 2024, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by slide13

I like both and depends a lot on context.

With a modern Rolex with applied white gold markers I think the glossy black is a nice classy look that is super versatile. Love my Sub 126610 as it is and wouldn't change it.

I love a good matte black dial like the older vintage watches with the painted on markers or like modern Pelagos with their applied but non-metal surround markers. My black FXD is a perfect modern matte dial tool watch.

I don't love the matte dial with applied white gold markers and hands though. It's still nice, but for my taste it moves it a little towards the tool watch side of things without going all the way there so it sits in neither camp cleanly. For some though maybe it's the perfect compromise :)

I love in depth feedback like this. Well said!

Jocke · 25 June 2024, 04:40 AM

Matte dial, SEL, holes through the case for the springbar is what I like so I keep my triple 6.

doublevalley · 25 June 2024, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by MJ EXPLORER

Man this should be the pic that pops up on the Rolex website when you click on the Sea-Dweller. Awesome!

Thanks, it's an amazing watch! Easy to snap photos of.

illiguy · 25 June 2024, 05:46 AM

Both!

MJ EXPLORER · 25 June 2024, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

Matte dial, SEL, holes through the case for the springbar is what I like so I keep my triple 6.

No wonder people love the triple 6. Unreal!!!

Mr. Superlative · 25 June 2024, 10:11 AM

Prefer the Matte.
I have the 114060 and the 116600. The SD4k always gets more wrist time, the dial is one of the reasons.

gnuyork · 25 June 2024, 10:37 AM

Matte is phat, gloss is boss. I like both.

MJ EXPLORER · 25 June 2024, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Superlative

Prefer the Matte.
I have the 114060 and the 116600. The SD4k always gets more wrist time, the dial is one of the reasons.

I had the SD4K when it first came out. I didn't appreciate it at the time....I really regret selling it and will likely reaquire one at a much higher price. As many have said, it's possibly the best modern Rolex.

MJ EXPLORER · 25 June 2024, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by gnuyork

Matte is phat, gloss is boss. I like both.

Did you just come up with that?! Well done.

MJ EXPLORER · 25 June 2024, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

I like the later Submariner 5513 glossy dials (mid to late 1980s) with WG surrounds, and domed acrylic crystal. That was a cool combo.

Always great insight Adam! That is indeed a great looking watch.

Jackie Daytona · 25 June 2024, 12:06 PM

Anything with the WG surrounds I lean towards gloss pretty well.

gnuyork · 25 June 2024, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by MJ EXPLORER

Did you just come up with that?! Well done.

I did. Thanks

911cz · 25 June 2024, 01:02 PM

Much prefer the glossy dials myself.

ltmgeller · 25 June 2024, 01:15 PM

No preference, love them all.

0nly5iv3Digits · 25 June 2024, 01:24 PM

Both! Love me a matte 16800 Palletoni.

Old Expat Beast · 25 June 2024, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by MJ EXPLORER

Always great insight Adam! That is indeed a great looking watch.

Cheers Mike. The reflection goes pretty deep at the right angle

MJ EXPLORER · 25 June 2024, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Cheers Mike. The reflection goes pretty deep at the right angle

Amazing shot Adam! Some of the best photos I've seen on TRF in this thread. Do you still own this watch? There's something magical about the charm of an aluminum bezel.

matthew P · 26 June 2024, 01:32 AM

I know the AR coating also makes a difference but I much prefer the gloss black dial on my 124270 to the matte dial on the MKII explorer
More contrast / more depth/ more pop IMO.

I suspect my opinion would be the same if I owned both submariners…… the new 41mm sub looks magnificent

..Explorer & Spring Diver - I’m just here for the photos..

Old Expat Beast · 26 June 2024, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by MJ EXPLORER

Amazing shot Adam! Some of the best photos I've seen on TRF in this thread. Do you still own this watch? There's something magical about the charm of an aluminum bezel.

Thanks Mike. Yes, I still own it.

JRell · 26 June 2024, 09:37 AM

The darker the glossier the better for me.

alphadweller · 27 June 2024, 06:34 AM

I like both, but matte is my preference *PO2500 and SD43).

25 June 2024, 04:32 AM	#32
Dom9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Real Name: Dom Location: Surrey, UK Watch: SD16600 & 9411 Posts: 368	I like them both and have mostly matte in my vintage watches but... I do sometimes stare at a glossy black insert and can't help but see the 'mismatch' with a matte dial though... I think a glossy dial can make the watch look more cohesive... but maybe then there is less charm!? __________________ Rolex 16610, 16600, Tudor 9411/0 (black and blue), black 79090, black 76100.... and a 90520

25 June 2024, 04:40 AM	#34
Jocke 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,525	Matte dial, SEL, holes through the case for the springbar is what I like so I keep my triple 6. __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

25 June 2024, 12:06 PM	#43
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,094	Anything with the WG surrounds I lean towards gloss pretty well. __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

25 June 2024, 01:15 PM	#46
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,718	No preference, love them all. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

25 June 2024, 01:24 PM	#47
0nly5iv3Digits "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: EARTH Watch: What is "watch"? Posts: 753	Both! Love me a matte 16800 Palletoni. __________________ “UNpolished or I’m not interested” 😎 2FA Enabled

25 June 2024, 05:46 AM	#36
illiguy 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: UTC/GMT -5 Posts: 3,568	Both!

25 June 2024, 10:11 AM	#38
Mr. Superlative "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Planet Earth Watch: Me Now Posts: 685	Prefer the Matte. I have the 114060 and the 116600. The SD4k always gets more wrist time, the dial is one of the reasons.

25 June 2024, 10:37 AM	#39
gnuyork "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3,285	Matte is phat, gloss is boss. I like both.

25 June 2024, 01:02 PM	#45
911cz 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: North America Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 104	Much prefer the glossy dials myself.

26 June 2024, 01:32 AM	#50
matthew P "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 335	Rolex Dive Watches - Matte or Glossy Dial? I know the AR coating also makes a difference but I much prefer the gloss black dial on my 124270 to the matte dial on the MKII explorer More contrast / more depth/ more pop IMO. I suspect my opinion would be the same if I owned both submariners…… the new 41mm sub looks magnificent ..Explorer & Spring Diver - I’m just here for the photos..

26 June 2024, 09:37 AM	#52
JRell "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 126710BLNR Jubilee Posts: 6,774	The darker the glossier the better for me. __________________ 126710 BLNR Jubilee

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