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Hi Larry,
How are you ? Can you please tell me, if you know of course ? Is the current Deep sea ( 2009 / 2010 manufacture ) larger than when the watch was first released ? The reason i ask is that your post claims the deep sea is 43mm and the Rolex website today claims the deep sea to be 44mm ? Thanks in advance Larry . Kind regards David |
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Hello, David, and welcome to the forum!
There has been no size change to the DSSD. For whatever reason, likely marketing, Rolex said the first releases were 43 mm and has since decided to call the latest model 44 mm, even though they are exactly the same size. I am not 100% sure when DSSD production started and was released to the public. The only difference in releases is the letter that the serial number starts with. Some are "M" serial which Rolex started using in mid 2007, but I think the DSSD was not actually released until early 2008, and newer ones are "V" serial which started mid 2008, but they are still identical watches. I hope this helps, and I am enjoying mine. Last edited by Gagebuilder; 25 January 2010 at 04:19 PM.. Reason: adding |
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Hi Doug and thanks for your kind reply ,
I appreciate very much the information you have offered . Can you also confirm the actual size of the watch as an owner ? Its killing me to know the real size ![]() thanks in advance David |
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Sure! I have not done this yet. I have calipers, at work so I'll get back to you with what I find.
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Wow, I know see how Rolex is playing with the size numbers of this watch. The easy numbers:
Bezel diameter=43.05mm Thickness=17.70mm Width over crown=47.84mm Case "length", lug tip at 12 side to lug tip at 6 side=51.96mm ---(case is over 2 inches tall) overall case width, including crown guard=45.5mm Now, I played around quite a bit with the case measuring and it is a bit subjective as the case is tapered. That is, the case is a bit wider where the case is nearest to the wrist and it tapers as it goes to the bezel. If you go by the bezel, it is definitely a 43 mm watch.The case is 44 mm wide from the gas escape valve to the start of the radius for the crown guard, well approximately. Measuring from 2 o'clock to 10 o'clock, the narrowest part af the case, the thickest part is about 44.5 mm and the narrowest point as about 43.2 mm. This was pretty neat, examining my dssd this way. |
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Hi Doug,
I cant thank you enough , i was going around the bend trying to find this information and was getting nowhere . I must say I'm relieved also to here its 44mm + ( at least somewhere ) as a large watch is what the deepsea should be . I should imagine Larry will also appreciate you going to so much trouble and perhaps he will include your findings in his fantastic initial thread ? I'm even more jealous of your deepsea now and hope you get many years of pleasure glancing at the time . sincerely David |
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My pleasure, David!
![]() I wore it to work the last 2 days and my co-worker has told me I need to write my will this weekend, with the DSSD going to him! ![]() Yeah, it's a keeper. ![]() |
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Great post! Thanks!
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Great information guys! I love the deep sea if all goes well im picking on up tomorrow :D
I guess the questions is, for people who wear dress shirts, does it slide in your sleeves easy? |
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Good technical info on the DSSD !
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SDDS Spring Bar Question
Does anyone know the diameter of the flanged spring bars on the SDDS watch band and how far they extend into the case lug?
Is it the same as the GMTIIC (.90mm diameter extending 1.00mm into the case lug? I have concerns that the SDDS may have been under engineered in this area. V/R, Michael |
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The spring bar and the endlink on the DSSD is 21mm and so it uses a completely different end and spring bar from the GMT II..
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thanks for the data
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awsome watch.
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V and M
Hello,
I am new here. What is the difference between a V and M series deepsea dwellers. Thanks in advance. |
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Welcome!
![]() There is no difference, they are identical. Rolex changed the case spec. from 43 mm to 44 mm, but there was no actual change in case size. Well, other than the "M" is the first year made, "V" was made later or "newer." Side note: I've had my "M" for 6 months now and it will be the last watch I'll ever sell, if I go broke! |
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My DeepSea is my third Rolex since 1982. I beat the hell out of it while wearing it. I have beat the hell out of my past two Submariners. Rolex's are made for abuse. Stop worrying about your Rolex. Years from now, you can sell it for a profit and buy a new one.
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The fact that all this uber engineering, techological advances and robust waterproofness and toughness was designed with both flair and handsome styling to boot, and can be worn conveniently and rather comfortably on most folk's wrist, is a true testament to Rolex's design and manufacturing prowess & acumen.
Very well done indeed by Rolex!! It's truly one amazing piece all right and something I'm very proud to own and enjoy daily. Wear it in a good health ALL!! ![]() Great technical information on the watch also. Simply awe inspiring stuff, really - a lot really went into this puppy for sure!! I printed out a copy for reference and my reading pleasure. Many thanks again for sharing! BEST REGARDS |
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I know this is an old thread, but thanks for all of the technical data. I am looking to get one of these soon, as it is my grail watch. I have a 14060 Sub ND, and even though I always wanted that watch, I just have to have one of these. Gotta love Rolex! :D
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You certainly have impeccable taste. Hope to see you join our exclusive DSSD fraternity in due time!! ![]() ![]() ![]() BEST REGARDS |
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Thanks for such detailed informations about the Deep Sea Larry.
Can you please give us detailed informations about the Sub C?I want to find about the watch everything possible. Regards, Levi |
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I was told that there is no serial number located between the lugs on the 116600, only at the six position on the rehaut engraving. Is this information correct? Are there any other tell tale signs to prove it's authenticity? Reason I ask, is I am buying one second hand and want to be sure I am getting the real McCoy. Does anyone have a shot of the movement?
Thanks in advance! |
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#87 |
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I just lost the bezel in the snow, while scraping off the ice on my car......I didn't notice until hours later.....and now the plows cleaned that road.
What do I do now? Should I wait until spring and get a metal detector? It's my late Uncles.........I'm crushed :''( |
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#88 |
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Great post........20K posts? wow!
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What a beautiful watch! Not being a fan of the cyclops I'm juggling my first rolex decision as a 14060, 16600, and now this beautiful Deep Sea!
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![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() You simply can't go wrong with the 14060, 16600 or even the DSSD. After all, they are Rolexes through and through! Best of luck with your decision making process. BEST REGARDS |
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