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JohnFM · 23 June 2017, 09:32 AM

I have the 16600 and am thinking of adding a 116600. Anyone have experience with both in terms of how they feel on the wrist, pros/cons, etc.?

Thanks.
John

RPrats · 23 June 2017, 11:12 AM

I've had both and traded my 116600 for a 16600. The ceramic bezel on the 116600 made the watch look like a piece of jewelry to me and a little too dressy for the classic diver tool watch look I wanted from a Sea-Dweller. I picked up a NOS Z serial 16600 from David SW and it's exactly what I was looking for.

116500LN · 23 June 2017, 11:21 AM

Better get one now for MSRP as they are the latest meme to hit over retail

Godwin Austen · 23 June 2017, 12:20 PM

I've had both, but currently only have the 116600. The weight and size of the watch is very similar but the 116600 wears better IMO due to the slightly beefed up clasp, so feels a little more balanced on my wrist. I also like and use the adjustments on the clasp (2mm increments up to 20mm, I think).

Toivonen · 23 June 2017, 05:56 PM

16600 is a LEGEND.
The greatest Sea Dweller, so the greatest Rolex Diver, so the greatest tool watch ever, imho.
Maybe the greatest Rolex ever.
116600 is beautiful, and Rolex added just the improvements it needs to get better a quite perfect watch... the perceived quality is of another planet in the 116...
BUT
in terms of the Class... no way.
16600 is Rolex at its absolutely best.

dave023 · 23 June 2017, 06:07 PM

They're both perfect in their own way...I have the 116600 and am considering the 16600 as well.

dmash · 23 June 2017, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 116500LN

Better get one now for MSRP as they are the latest meme to hit over retail

It's steadily bringing less since SD43 release in my opinion. Was pulling a larger premium when it first announced it was discontinued. Hype is already cooling off.

Gerry62 · 23 June 2017, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toivonen

16600 is a LEGEND.
...

16600 is Rolex at its absolutely best.

I share . 16600 A timeless classic

Toivonen · 23 June 2017, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gerry62

I share . 16600 A timeless classic

Ciao Amico mio!

cataby · 23 June 2017, 11:40 PM

16600

Never cared for the "added features" of the 11

kdqq · 23 June 2017, 11:55 PM

116600 better in every aspect. Better bracelet, bezel, clasp.... rarer (short run production).

16600 is meh.... i wouldnt get it even if someone offered it for $5k.

captain_NEMO · 24 June 2017, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RPrats

I've had both and traded my 116600 for a 16600. The ceramic bezel on the 116600 made the watch look like a piece of jewelry to me and a little too dressy for the classic diver tool watch look I wanted from a Sea-Dweller. I picked up a NOS Z serial 16600 from David SW and it's exactly what I was looking for.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toivonen

16600 is a LEGEND.
The greatest Sea Dweller, so the greatest Rolex Diver, so the greatest tool watch ever, imho.
Maybe the greatest Rolex ever.
116600 is beautiful, and Rolex added just the improvements it needs to get better a quite perfect watch... the perceived quality is of another planet in the 116...
BUT
in terms of the Class... no way.
16600 is Rolex at its absolutely best.

Couldn't have said it better myself. This, 100%.

MickCollins1916 · 24 June 2017, 12:17 AM

I have and love both. The SD4K is my favorite watch ever though.

Rocking it today.

Viscount1961 · 24 June 2017, 12:50 AM

Air-cooled vs water-cooled Porsche 911.

GB-man · 24 June 2017, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdqq

116600 better in every aspect. Better bracelet, bezel, clasp.... rarer (short run production).

16600 is meh.... i wouldnt get it even if someone offered it for $5k.

I agree with everything except the last statement. I will buy them for 5k

Oldfashioned · 12 November 2017, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdqq

116600 better in every aspect. Better bracelet, bezel, clasp.... rarer (short run production).

16600 is meh.... i wouldnt get it even if someone offered it for $5k.

That's some serious hating lol

kalburnfall · 12 November 2017, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MickCollins1916

I have and love both. The SD4K is my favorite watch ever though.

Rocking it today.

My favorite as well! I’d take it over any steel sport watch in existence, money being no object.

MATCH1969 · 12 November 2017, 07:44 PM

Had both, moved to the SD4K 116600 and really love the new oneIMG_1318.JPG

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superstarmar · 12 November 2017, 08:26 PM

The 16600 looks like a sub with no cyclops to me ...
So the 116600 maybe the missing link to the puzzle...
Going to try one on soon ... keep tuned !!!

milwatch126 · 12 November 2017, 08:42 PM

Own both and love them but the SD4000c with its maxi dial and bracelet is the winner by a mile.
M

HogwldFLTR · 12 November 2017, 11:03 PM

I looked at both and almost went with the 16600 nut ended up with the 116600. Glad I did.

subtona · 12 November 2017, 11:09 PM

As much as I appreciate the pre ceramic versions of subs and gmts...
the ceramic SD knocked it out of the park.

Mick8moses · 12 November 2017, 11:22 PM

My heart says 16600, but since I have a 14060m I would go with the 116600 just to fill a gap in my collection with the bezel & bracelet improvements.

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aperna · 12 November 2017, 11:44 PM

I own both. I do enjoy the upgrades on the 116600

RRGHOST1 · 12 November 2017, 11:53 PM

116600 for me.

DocMorpheus · 13 November 2017, 02:34 AM

The SD 16600 is probably the best modern Rolex out there. It took me a while to give it a try and I’ve got to tell you I’m keeping this baby forever.

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hitman23 · 13 November 2017, 02:48 AM

2 yrs ago, i think most people would have said the 16600. now thats its discontinued, the tide has turned. i did try on the 116600 several times at the AD, but the 16600 just felt more refined.

douglasf13 · 13 November 2017, 03:42 AM

The 16600 is an all-time classic Rolex dive watch. The 116600 has weirdly shaped lugs that allow the end links to breach, a date window that is too far inset, and a blingy ceramic bezel...although I’d still take it over the current Sub.

konarider530 · 13 November 2017, 04:14 AM

Hello forum, sorry to hijack the thread a bit. I have recently bought a 16600 and a Sub, just to see which style I prefer. The 16600 is far more comfortable on my wrist, so I will be keeping it over the 114060.

I think I will send the SD in for a service, does anyone know whether I can ask for a newer blue lumed dial and hands to be fitted? I do rather like the blue lume of the sub.

I would have added a photo but I am not allowed to at the moment.

TimeToWatch · 13 November 2017, 07:08 AM

116600 for me. The glidelock clasp and retained 5-digit Rolex case dimensions make it close to perfect. Wouldn't rule out a 16600 down the road, but there are a number of watches that would come well before it...

Here's mine:

23 June 2017, 09:32 AM	#1
JohnFM "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: northern CA USA Watch: 114270 Explorer Posts: 477	Sea Dweller 16600 vs. 116600 I have the 16600 and am thinking of adding a 116600. Anyone have experience with both in terms of how they feel on the wrist, pros/cons, etc.? Thanks. John

23 June 2017, 05:56 PM	#5
Toivonen "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Vittorio Location: Italy Watch: SeaDweller Deepsea Posts: 1,001	16600 is a LEGEND. The greatest Sea Dweller, so the greatest Rolex Diver, so the greatest tool watch ever, imho. Maybe the greatest Rolex ever. 116600 is beautiful, and Rolex added just the improvements it needs to get better a quite perfect watch... the perceived quality is of another planet in the 116... BUT in terms of the Class... no way. 16600 is Rolex at its absolutely best. __________________ No HEV? No Party!!! If you LOVE the Sea Dweller... Join the "BDV" https://www.instagram.com/bandadellavalvola/ https://www.facebook.com/bandadellavalvola/ http://orologi.forumfree.it/?t=75294392

12 November 2017, 11:03 PM	#21
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,645	I looked at both and almost went with the 16600 nut ended up with the 116600. Glad I did. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

12 November 2017, 11:09 PM	#22
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,466	As much as I appreciate the pre ceramic versions of subs and gmts... the ceramic SD knocked it out of the park. __________________

12 November 2017, 11:53 PM	#25
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,988	116600 for me. __________________ RRGHOST1

23 June 2017, 11:12 AM	#2
RPrats Banned Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 37	I've had both and traded my 116600 for a 16600. The ceramic bezel on the 116600 made the watch look like a piece of jewelry to me and a little too dressy for the classic diver tool watch look I wanted from a Sea-Dweller. I picked up a NOS Z serial 16600 from David SW and it's exactly what I was looking for.

23 June 2017, 11:21 AM	#3
116500LN Banned Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: -Nan Posts: 365	Better get one now for MSRP as they are the latest meme to hit over retail

23 June 2017, 12:20 PM	#4
Godwin Austen "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Australia Watch: Sea-Dweller 116600 Posts: 14	I've had both, but currently only have the 116600. The weight and size of the watch is very similar but the 116600 wears better IMO due to the slightly beefed up clasp, so feels a little more balanced on my wrist. I also like and use the adjustments on the clasp (2mm increments up to 20mm, I think).

23 June 2017, 06:07 PM	#6
dave023 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: David Location: Home Watch: Classics Posts: 773	They're both perfect in their own way...I have the 116600 and am considering the 16600 as well.

23 June 2017, 11:40 PM	#10
cataby "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: midwest Watch: sea dweller Posts: 120	16600 Never cared for the "added features" of the 11

23 June 2017, 11:55 PM	#11
kdqq "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA/Canada Posts: 166	116600 better in every aspect. Better bracelet, bezel, clasp.... rarer (short run production). 16600 is meh.... i wouldnt get it even if someone offered it for $5k.

24 June 2017, 12:17 AM	#13
MickCollins1916 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Bill Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: 116600 SD4K Posts: 3,270	I have and love both. The SD4K is my favorite watch ever though. Rocking it today.

24 June 2017, 12:50 AM	#14
Viscount1961 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: New York Watch: 16750 ExpII Posts: 164	Air-cooled vs water-cooled Porsche 911.

12 November 2017, 07:44 PM	#18
MATCH1969 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PARIS Watch: Vintage Posts: 2,761	Had both, moved to the SD4K 116600 and really love the new oneIMG_1318.JPG Envoyé de mon iPad en utilisant Tapatalk

12 November 2017, 08:26 PM	#19
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	The 16600 looks like a sub with no cyclops to me ... So the 116600 maybe the missing link to the puzzle... Going to try one on soon ... keep tuned !!!

12 November 2017, 08:42 PM	#20
milwatch126 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: Emerald Island Watch: 1962, 5512 Posts: 180	Own both and love them but the SD4000c with its maxi dial and bracelet is the winner by a mile. M

12 November 2017, 11:22 PM	#23
Mick8moses Banned Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Mick Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,524	My heart says 16600, but since I have a 14060m I would go with the 116600 just to fill a gap in my collection with the bezel & bracelet improvements. Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

12 November 2017, 11:44 PM	#24
aperna "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: USA Watch: all of them Posts: 661	I own both. I do enjoy the upgrades on the 116600

13 November 2017, 02:34 AM	#26
DocMorpheus "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 191	The SD 16600 is probably the best modern Rolex out there. It took me a while to give it a try and I’ve got to tell you I’m keeping this baby forever. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ________________________________ 116710BLNR 16600 16570 Black dial, Tritium 216570 White dial 16014 16030 Speedmaster MOTM Seamaster Pro 300 Reverso Grande GMT

13 November 2017, 02:48 AM	#27
hitman23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: ny Posts: 765	2 yrs ago, i think most people would have said the 16600. now thats its discontinued, the tide has turned. i did try on the 116600 several times at the AD, but the 16600 just felt more refined.

13 November 2017, 03:42 AM	#28
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,621	The 16600 is an all-time classic Rolex dive watch. The 116600 has weirdly shaped lugs that allow the end links to breach, a date window that is too far inset, and a blingy ceramic bezel...although I’d still take it over the current Sub.

13 November 2017, 04:14 AM	#29
konarider530 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: UK Posts: 25	Hello forum, sorry to hijack the thread a bit. I have recently bought a 16600 and a Sub, just to see which style I prefer. The 16600 is far more comfortable on my wrist, so I will be keeping it over the 114060. I think I will send the SD in for a service, does anyone know whether I can ask for a newer blue lumed dial and hands to be fitted? I do rather like the blue lume of the sub. I would have added a photo but I am not allowed to at the moment.

13 November 2017, 07:08 AM	#30
TimeToWatch Banned Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: TRF Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 1,757	116600 for me. The glidelock clasp and retained 5-digit Rolex case dimensions make it close to perfect. Wouldn't rule out a 16600 down the road, but there are a number of watches that would come well before it... Here's mine:

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