Blue Dial Sky-dweller Photos & First Impression

[Vince KSA]

Amazing, what camera did you use for those shots please?

[ScottD]

Stunning pictures. I've never really looked at the Sky-Dweller since they are so hard to find, but these pictures are beautiful. I never noticed the red on the hour markers before. Would someone explain what the red is supposed to do? Thank you.

[Exploradori]

Wow! Congrats and wear in great health!

[BVLDARI]

Originally Posted by ScottD

Stunning pictures. I've never really looked at the Sky-Dweller since they are so hard to find, but these pictures are beautiful. I never noticed the red on the hour markers before. Would someone explain what the red is supposed to do? Thank you.

Red squares behind the hour markers signify the month. 1 = Jan, 2 = Feb and so forth. The watch is an annual calendar so it only needs setting in February once a year (assuming you keep it running).

[danwang0520]

stunning pictures.........looks gorgeous

[RichM]

Great write-up and excellent photos. Once again, Congratulations Chad. Wear it in good health.

[azs.77]

Great pictures! Thank you for sharing your thoughts.


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[ScottD]

Originally Posted by BVLDARI

Red squares behind the hour markers signify the month. 1 = Jan, 2 = Feb and so forth. The watch is an annual calendar so it only needs setting in February once a year (assuming you keep it running).

That's cool. Thank you.

[TeddyS]

Congrats and I must say, beautiful photos mate


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[T01]

Excellent photos!

[emersm]

What a beauty, congratulations!

[Hodog16]

Looks great! Really really nice pictures. Like you I moved on from the DD40--for me I prefer ceramic bezels although this watch is really special. I think it would be a nice surrogate for the DD40 when dressier occasions call for it.

[SVH]

Amazing pictures, there is this something different and fantastic about the shade of blue and the colour complements of the whole dial.

[enjoythemusic]

Great watch yada yada it's my daily beater yada yada... Okay what camera gear do you use because those pics are incredible!

[GB-man]

Great Rolex Chadri congrats again! You take great shots always enjoy your pics

[cc75]

Congrats ! Bought it in january and it’s almost my daily watch ( i wear 2 Rolexes per week)

[Frakis]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

My official incoming post got moved to the open discussion cause I made a joke about the movie My Blue Heaven so I suppose it didn't seem Rolex specific enough lol. Anyhow, I wanted to celebrate the incoming with some more pics I just took and quick review of this amazing watch!

I absolutely love this watch. My dad owns a white dial Sky-D which he never wears, so I'm not unfamiliar with this reference. However, I've never seen the blue dial in person and I get why it's so hyped up. It's incredibly beautiful and varying. Not dissimilar from other blue Rolex sunburst dials, but not exactly the same either.

There's something special about this shade of blue, perhaps it's the contrast of red accents in the dial, or possibly the flat (almost smurf) blue of the 24 hour sub dial. A detail btw I had no idea about until seeing the watch in person. Compared to the white I find it to be a little more versatile actually. It appears dark and black sometimes, other times very vibrant blue and other times navy. Although the white is extradoinary, it's white. It doesn't change the way this one does and IMO is a little more dressy looking. Definitely elegant and stunning but a little less on the sporty side if that makes sense.

The size is amazing. Yes it's pretty big, but relatively thin considering the complications. It wears extremely well and is very comfortable. Is it as comfortable as my daytona or 16710? No. But it has an entirely different set of offerings in both stylistic appearance and functionality.

Admittedly, this watch is not 100% in my comfort zone in terms of style. I'm more of a traditional sports watch guy, but lately have really been feeling like there was a void to fill in my collection. (the DD40 in my signature is long gone btw).

I don't think this watch will be my daily user but not reserved for special occasions either. I strongly believe it could be a keeper for life and a watch I mature with as I get older.

I'm super super excited about it! Here are some pics. Thanks

Beautiful pictures! Wear that beauty in good health mate. Cheers!

[imgook]

Amazing watch and pictures!

[Linzjnr]

Absolutely stunning, you take a great photo, congratulations

[Manu74]

Congrats, fantastic watch and great pics!

[red1108nyc]

Wow.. a beaut there Chad and great shots as always

[Devildog]

Stunning pictures as always Chadri

Congratulations! Looks fantastic on you

[Chadridv]

wow! Amazing show of support and compliments as always! Thank you all so much. My wife gave me a few minutes to take some photos and write the post, but after that I was on Dad-Duty the rest of the weekend, so this is my first chance to write some responses.

Originally Posted by Castlesinthesky

Beautiful watch and great photos too. Cant wait to receive mine.

Thanks very much! Hopefully soon.

Originally Posted by envuks

Beautiful piece. Congrats and enjoy! Thank you for sharing

Thank yoU!

Originally Posted by RTG

Looks amazing on you. I wouldn’t take it off.

It's definitely a hard watch to take off the wrist. Thank you!

Originally Posted by leooooo

Congrats on the new piece and gorgeous photos!

Thank you.

Originally Posted by bund

Wow! Congrats!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by 1210tech

Great photos

Thank you.

Originally Posted by brandrea

Gorgeous pictures Chad, some of the very best I’ve seen.

Enjoy it brother

wow, such a nice compliment! Thank you bro.

Originally Posted by Chiboy

It's too big for me, but looks just right on you. It's a great complication and super cool piece. Beautiful shots too! Enjoy.

Originally Posted by Chiboy

Oh, and you should hire an assistant to update your sig in real time.

haha that's a full time job brother! I wouldn't have enough money left to buy watches. But fine, I'll make an updated slide this week just for you my friend.

Originally Posted by dcash0615

Amazing photos. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy that watch.

Thank you!

Originally Posted by Amex4711

great watch Chadri

Thanks

Originally Posted by Daryl

Congratulations

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Thank you!

Originally Posted by RHIII

Enjoy my friend!!


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Will do. Thank you.

Originally Posted by TheFuture

I want one so bad I would fight in the rolex store for one kidding but not really lol.

haha it'd be worth it. It's that nice. Thank you.

Originally Posted by Colin W

Ah those Rolex blue dials always look amazing- big congrats, enjoy

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Love the blue for sure! it looks amazing in every light.

Originally Posted by Gotgolf52

The blue dial is so beautiful and very photogenic. I think the SkyD prolly the best looking sport/dress watch combo from Rolex as of now. Looks great on you btw.

I'd have to agree. and yes, Probably the easiest watch to photograph I've come across. Thanks!

Originally Posted by Boaters

WOW Chad what a beauty one of my favorites. Your pics really make it pop big congrats

Thank you!

Originally Posted by Showcall

It will be my daily wear for a long time to come. I have owned a few Rolex's and along with my Day Date this is a keeper. As a tool watch it is functional and as a dress watch it is flawless.

Yeah it's a lot more versatile than I'd imagined. I've mostly been in sweatshirts and t-shirts since I got it. Still works IMO. But yes, it will look killer in a nice button down and pants as well.

Originally Posted by droptopman

Great pics. I had not looked at this watch as a potential for me but these pics have me thinking. I could see this replacing my Sub LB for the blue dial in the set.
What is your wrist size if you don’t mind sharing.

I have a 7" wrist. I actually wish it came with a half link, but come summer it shouldn't be an issue. I'm running a 4 x 6 right now on the loosest micro adjustment, EZ Link open. In the summer I will probably add in a link and go to the tightest.

Is your sub a TT or full PM?

Originally Posted by Vvvlllooo

Nice

Thank you!

Originally Posted by Starhutch

Excellent photos, enjoy!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by watchmework

That’s a real stunner, looks great on your wrist too...congratulations!

Thank you, appreciate it.

Originally Posted by AJM914

Beautiful watch! Congrats!

Thanks. Love it.

Originally Posted by nick c

Congratulations

Thank you.

Originally Posted by situasian

Great pictures!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Razorsedge1

Enjoy your Sky Dweller. Great photos by the way.

Thank you.

Originally Posted by jfkender

That is a really awesome looking watch. Congrats!


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Thank you very much!

Originally Posted by Toony

Wow!! Major congrats!!! It looks great. Does it wear bigger than your ceramic AP?

no definitely not. It might wear slightly larger than a 42mm, but IMO the AP Diver wears more like a 44mm and it's thick. The sky D is also pretty thick, but surprisingly thin considering what is packed under the hood. It wears really well and is very comfortable.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Bigkev

Awesome pics! I can’t wait to get my hands on one.


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Thank you!

[soran]

Best shots I've seen of that watch! What photo equipment are you using?

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by ap1

It’s amazing, congrats. Want!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by BVLDARI

wow, amazing. big congrats.

Thanks.

Originally Posted by The Argonaut

Bloody gorgeous watch.

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It really is, thank you!

Originally Posted by 037

Great watch and killer photos! Huge congrats!

What's your wrist size, btw?

Thank you! 7" wrist.

Originally Posted by hodie9

Man that is one beautiful watch. Congrats.

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I agree, so stunning. Thank you!

Originally Posted by Mizur9999

Totally spectacular!
Sincere congrats.
Tom.

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Thanks Tom!

Originally Posted by yannis

Beautiful!

it's incredible. Thanks.

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Amazing photos!! Thank you for sharing them and your thoughts.

You're welcome and thank you my friend

Originally Posted by WristEnvy

Beautiful congratulations!

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Thanks!

Originally Posted by Odie-r

Great pics. Congrats!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by Investr

Huge congrats and amazing pics!!!

Special thanks to you my brother! I can say I probably wouldn't have made this move without your support and advice.

Originally Posted by wristmatic

great photo! what camera setup are you using

Thank you! Canon MK4 5D, 100mm EF Macro F2.8. Wrist shots were from my iphoneX.

Originally Posted by Vaxe

Nice shots!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by Mick8moses

Beautiful watch - suits you well.

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Thank you.

Originally Posted by tyler1980

great watch and its the sky d i would get

Thanks my friend.

Originally Posted by joli160

Huge congrats Chadri, beautiful watch and very nice pics.

Thank you.

Originally Posted by HL65

Congrats and great pics!

Thank you my friend!

Originally Posted by Eric-London

Fantastic pics. Wear in good health.

Thanks Eric!

Originally Posted by lhanddds

Great pics, very nice

Thank you.

Originally Posted by eco8gator

Best, watch out if the hard to get Rolex Trio!

It certainly can make a case for the best! I absolutely love it. I'm in the honeymoon so don't want to stamp it yet. I have a daytona C, but would love to get my hands on the new pepsi. Hopefully soon.

Originally Posted by 1William

Congratulations. Great watch. I bought the white dial version and could not be more pleased. I admire the blue dial but the white dial for me is more versital. Enjoy.

The white is incredible. As I mentioned in the OP, my dad has the white. He actually would have given it to me, but i actually find the blue more versatile. The white is so sharp and elegant though. They're both truly special. Congrats to you too!

Originally Posted by GarageBMW

congrats, those pictures are gorgeous.

Thank you!

Originally Posted by luvsub

Very nice photos

Thanks

Originally Posted by A.I.

Hasn't been off my wrist for the last two weeks.

Love it.

Originally Posted by JayHantz

My favorite dial color by far and your pictures really bring out the different shades of blue on it. It looks wonderful on you!


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Originally Posted by travisb

Big congrats and stunning pics! Wear it in the best of health.

Originally Posted by Rick_Nashville

Huge congrats, Chadri. That is one gorgeous watch. And you have produced some absolutely professional-quality photography, too. Wow, your SkyD pics are truly beautiful! Congrats and enjoy your stunning new Rolex!

Regards, -Rick.

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Spectacular, my friend! Huge congrats!!

And those photos...

Originally Posted by MARTIN1264

Very nice... Enjoy it!

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by Vince KSA

Amazing, what camera did you use for those shots please?

Thank you!

Canon MK4 5D, 100mm EF Macro F2.8. Wrist shots were from my iphoneX.

Originally Posted by ScottD

Stunning pictures. I've never really looked at the Sky-Dweller since they are so hard to find, but these pictures are beautiful. I never noticed the red on the hour markers before. Would someone explain what the red is supposed to do? Thank you.

Thank you! Covered below.

Originally Posted by BVLDARI

Red squares behind the hour markers signify the month. 1 = Jan, 2 = Feb and so forth. The watch is an annual calendar so it only needs setting in February once a year (assuming you keep it running).

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Exploradori

Wow! Congrats and wear in great health!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by danwang0520

stunning pictures.........looks gorgeous

It's even better in person. Thank you.

Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

Great write-up and excellent photos. Once again, Congratulations Chad. Wear it in good health.

Thanks so much! I appreciate it my friend.

Originally Posted by azs.77

Great pictures! Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

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Thank you!

Originally Posted by ScottD

That's cool. Thank you.

Thanks Scott.

Originally Posted by TeddyS

Congrats and I must say, beautiful photos mate


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Thank you Teddy.

Originally Posted by T01

Excellent photos!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by emersm

What a beauty, congratulations!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by Hodog16

Looks great! Really really nice pictures. Like you I moved on from the DD40--for me I prefer ceramic bezels although this watch is really special. I think it would be a nice surrogate for the DD40 when dressier occasions call for it.

I'd say it could easily fill that spot. It might be slightly big for super dressy occasions, but technically the DD40 wouldn't do that job either. But I don't care much for "rules". I'd say hell yeah, this watch can do it all. The wrist presence is very strong though, stronger than the DD40 IMO. I could look at the dial forever though haha.

Thanks.

Originally Posted by SVH

Amazing pictures, there is this something different and fantastic about the shade of blue and the colour complements of the whole dial.

Thank you! Totally agree. A lot of people have been asking me how it compares to the sunburst of my green sub 116610LV "Hulk". They share a lot of the same characteristics in how the shade and texture varies in different light. But simply put, I don't LOVE every shade of green the hulk puts out. I do love every angle, shade, texture and color of this blue dial. and LOVE that the sub dial is a flat softer blue. it's so cool to look at.

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Great watch yada yada it's my daily beater yada yada... Okay what camera gear do you use because those pics are incredible!

haha thanks my friend...

Canon MK4 5D, 100mm EF Macro F2.8. Wrist shots were from my iphoneX.

Originally Posted by GB-man

Great Rolex Chadri congrats again! You take great shots always enjoy your pics

Thank you my friend.

Originally Posted by cc75

Congrats ! Bought it in january and it’s almost my daily watch ( i wear 2 Rolexes per week)

I could see that for sure. This could easily be a one and only for most, and definitely would be amazing as part of a pair. Thanks!

Originally Posted by imgook

Amazing watch and pictures!

Thank you.

Originally Posted by Linzjnr

Absolutely stunning, you take a great photo, congratulations

Thanks so much!

Originally Posted by Manu74

Congrats, fantastic watch and great pics!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by red1108nyc

Wow.. a beaut there Chad and great shots as always

Thank you Fred! Much appreciated. Always a fan of your photos and watches as well

Originally Posted by Devildog

Stunning pictures as always Chadri

Congratulations! Looks fantastic on you

Thank you my friend.

Originally Posted by soran

Best shots I've seen of that watch! What photo equipment are you using?

Thank you!

Canon MK4 5D, 100mm EF Macro F2.8. Wrist shots were from my iphoneX.

[HogwldFLTR]

Gorgeous photos!!! Congratulations on a real beauty!!!

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Gorgeous photos!!! Congratulations on a real beauty!!!

Thank you Lee!

[marc12]

welcome to the club

[Chiboy]

You do take beautiful pictures. Can you kindly post some super macro close ups of each segment of the dial so we can make sure there are no otherwise imperceptible flaws?