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11 May 2014, 12:41 PM
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Gift for my Dad: SubC vs. SeaDweller C
Looking to purchase a watch for my Dad later this year. He's a casual guy and loves the water - hence Sub vs. SeaDweller. This will be his first and only Rolex. He's not the type to spend money on himself but I appreciate everything he's done for me so I wanted to buy him something special.
Thoughts on one vs the other? |
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11 May 2014, 12:44 PM
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C-Dweller if you can tolerate the premium $.
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11 May 2014, 12:46 PM
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I'd go with the SubC but any Rolex you choose would be nice.
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11 May 2014, 12:56 PM
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I would first make 300% sure he wants a Rolex and will wear it.
Or make sure the one you purchase is one YOU also want in case he doesnt. |
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12 May 2014, 02:36 AM
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11 May 2014, 01:59 PM
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Both are awesome watches. If you haven't done so already, make sure you check them out in person side by side to get an honest feel for the differences (besides price!). You can't go wrong either way! Personally, I prefer the SD.
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11 May 2014, 02:00 PM
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Casual guy = SubC
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11 May 2014, 02:11 PM
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The new Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000.
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11 May 2014, 03:24 PM
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11 May 2014, 02:16 PM
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Take him to the AD to choose. It would be a nice moment to share.
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11 May 2014, 04:40 PM
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x2 and I am sure your dad would appreciate you for asking his advice.  
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11 May 2014, 04:41 PM
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11 May 2014, 05:59 PM
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Subc.
If his not a WIS, he will not appreciate the SDc, but he will probably recognize the Subc 
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11 May 2014, 06:49 PM
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A watch is such a personal choice - better made by the person who will be wearing it!
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11 May 2014, 07:22 PM
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Asking a bunch of strangers what your father would like for a present is frankly ill advised. The poor old chap may think a bezelled watch looks hideous.
Just take him to a shop and let him decide. Mick |
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11 May 2014, 02:53 PM
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Sub C classic and has the cyclops which he may appreciate
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11 May 2014, 03:15 PM
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11 May 2014, 08:45 PM
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11 May 2014, 08:52 PM
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11 May 2014, 10:03 PM
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11 May 2014, 03:23 PM
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Sd.
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11 May 2014, 05:53 PM
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I'd say make it a surprise and go for the sub...but at the end of the day, always go with your gut.
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11 May 2014, 06:36 PM
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Having worn both recently I would opt for the Sub-C with date - it is comfortable to wear and is a great all rounder. Great gesture on your part and I am sure your father will be delighted.
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11 May 2014, 08:39 PM
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Sub c.
Seadweller can be think and heavy that he may not to wear. Sub c is the most iconic. U cant go wrong with. Just ask ur dad, do u like sub c two tone or steel |
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11 May 2014, 08:44 PM
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I'd do some shopping with him and get a feel for which he prefers and then surprise him with it later on.
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11 May 2014, 11:23 PM
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+1. Great idea.
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11 May 2014, 08:51 PM
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Gift for my Dad: SubC vs. SeaDweller C
I really like the idea of taking him and share a moment of joy with him. He may refuse at the beginning (I know my father would) but if you insist he will go. A SubC would be my choice. It's shines nicely and I like the cyclop which helps for aging eyes. It also doesn't have the case "thickness" the SDc has.
What a great gesture from your side. Personally, I would never be able to pay back my father in my lifetime. Sorry got a bit emotional here.
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11 May 2014, 10:02 PM
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Unless he is a watch guy the Sub-C would be my choice. Classic, Glidelock for easy adjustments and it came from his son.
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11 May 2014, 10:23 PM
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Could not go wrong with either - if not a surprise, then you could take him along to an AD to choose?
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11 May 2014, 10:34 PM
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The SD is much more specific of a watch.
The sub is more of an all arounder. I think the decision is clear.
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