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Watchgeek5000 · 13 October 2016, 10:22 PM

I think what makes the SD4000 less popular is the Higher price

Jimmythegreek · 13 October 2016, 10:34 PM

I too am about to pick up an SD4k, had the call from my AD yesterday. I have always wanted one, but I also own the Deepsea blue dial. For me it is a very different watch, it will my daily wear, the deepsea has to be for the weekend! Enjoy yours.

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Ferdelious · 13 October 2016, 10:48 PM

Go for it and don't look back! Almost 2 years now on my wrist and I love it more than the first day I put it on. You're lucky to be able to get one at the current discounted prices, when I purchased mine it was only 6 months after its Basel release.

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kilyung · 13 October 2016, 11:32 PM

If budget was a consideration I'd take a SubC over the SDc. Luckily it wasn't for me as I much prefer the SDc.

steveng01 · 14 October 2016, 12:08 AM

The dial is definitely not glossy as rumored.

onkyork · 14 October 2016, 03:36 AM

I would go with subc over SDK but would choose SDK over DSSD

sensui · 14 October 2016, 03:51 AM

Normal buyers aren't TRF members/WIS....they see the subC pricing and will almost most certainly jump in without giving the SD another thought. The DSSD appeals to a lot of people wanting a larger watch that's certainly more unique than the others in the Rolex dive line....it's an either love or hate thing. So that leaves the SD stuck in limbo in the middle with no takers despite it being IMO the most balanced choice between water resistance, aesthetics (lugs/case shape), weight balance, dial readibility, and comfort (without the diver extension). But you'd have to really be "into it" to understand the choices....most people buying just want the more expensive shinier piece in the display or "what can I get for $xxxx."

xlarge · 14 October 2016, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sensui

normal buyers aren't trf members/wis....they see the subc pricing and will almost most certainly jump in without giving the sd another thought. The dssd appeals to a lot of people wanting a larger watch that's certainly more unique than the others in the rolex dive line....it's an either love or hate thing. So that leaves the sd stuck in limbo in the middle with no takers despite it being imo the most balanced choice between water resistance, aesthetics (lugs/case shape), weight balance, dial readibility, and comfort (without the diver extension). But you'd have to really be "into it" to understand the choices....most people buying just want the more expensive shinier piece in the display or "what can i get for $xxxx."

+1

RGAmos · 14 October 2016, 05:42 AM

This would probably change if Rolex introduced something unique for the Sea Sweller, such as a colored dial, a Comex commemorative or some such.

steveng01 · 14 October 2016, 06:03 AM

Picked up the watch a little earlier and couldn't be happier with this beast. Thank god the dial is still matte.

nobbylon · 14 October 2016, 06:25 AM

Very nice

GregBe · 14 October 2016, 06:34 AM

Congrats! Looks great. I am about to pull the trigger on one as well. What is your wrist size?

PatrickJ · 14 October 2016, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by tifosi

I think SeaDwellers are a lot less popular in the non-WIS communities.

Good point

PatrickJ · 14 October 2016, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steveng01

Picked up the watch a little earlier and couldn't be happier with this beast. Thank god the dial is still matte.

The SD has short lugs and the Explorer has a short minute hand. I have the same Explorer and would love the SD one day.

Two great watches there. Congratulations.

steveng01 · 14 October 2016, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RGAmos

This would probably change if Rolex introduced something unique for the Sea Sweller, such as a colored dial, a Comex commemorative or some such.

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregBe

Congrats! Looks great. I am about to pull the trigger on one as well. What is your wrist size?

About 4.5-5 cm or less than 2 in.

phillycheez · 14 October 2016, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RGAmos

This would probably change if Rolex introduced something unique for the Sea Sweller, such as a colored dial, a Comex commemorative or some such.

I would argue it is unique..

The only parts that are the same compared to the sub is the crown, movement and hands..

Bezel is graduated, dial is satin, the crystal is raised, the case throwsback to previous generations, the caseback is engraved, it has a HEV...

Dirt · 14 October 2016, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steveng01

The dial is definitely not glossy as rumored.

Excellent pics with detail showing the similarity, thanks for posting

Now I'm much more inclined to think the dial is still matte

multimedia · 14 October 2016, 02:14 PM

Congrats! Looks great on you.

Cheers,
Joe

rollee1 · 14 October 2016, 02:16 PM

Wonderful pair. Congrats!

Kippers · 14 October 2016, 04:48 PM

Congrats, mine says hello!

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steveng01 · 14 October 2016, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kippers

Congrats, mine says hello!

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Very nice looking. I like how you can dress up or down with SD4K. Very versatile.

Kippers · 14 October 2016, 05:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steveng01

Very nice looking. I like how you can dress up or down with SD4K. Very versatile.

Yep, it's a cool watch and probably my favourite ever.

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kilyung · 15 October 2016, 12:15 AM

Great choice!

warrior · 15 October 2016, 01:40 AM

Fantastic choice. IMO, it's the best modern Rolex diver. For me, the DSSD is too big and thick .

And the Sub, though fine, doesn't look as good. The raised crystal of the SD ( as opposed to the crystal of the sub that sits flush with the bezel ) gives the watch more depth both from a side view and head on view. Like a cool vintage look. Not a flat plate look like the Sub. I also prefer the small gradations on the bezel of the SD4k.

Just a great watch.

El Cascarrabias · 15 October 2016, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steveng01

Picked up the watch a little earlier and couldn't be happier with this beast. Thank god the dial is still matte.

Your pictures are well done!

After several months of research and visiting AD's I was committed to the SubC . . . until I tried on the SDc. Liked it much better! But the price . . . well. Hmm. I could spend several thousand on a watch and not be completely satisfied or spend a bit more and not regret the purchase.

Got the SDc and haven't been disappointed a bit! Glad I didn't settle for another watch just because it was cheaper.

Congratulations!

Ritch99 · 15 October 2016, 09:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by japenney

guys this is not rocket science. The 116600 costs $2500 more than the submariner. Your average Joe on the street walks into a Rolex AD and gets the submariner. Lets say for a second that someone has the chance to view a sd4k and a submariner next to eachother and they slightly prefer the sd4k. They still probably are not going to pony up an extra $2500.

I agree that it is a great buy preowned. And if i was looking for a black dive watch a preowned sd4k would be high on the list. But I would probably go with a 114060 because its just as beautiful and several thousand less.

This may be....however, I went to the local AD, hell bent on a 116610LN. I had it on my wrist by the counter, and then it occured to me "Hey, what about the Deep Sea?"

I tried the DSSD on and it was a no brainer. Even though it was 3,500.00 more, I purchased the DSSD immediately. Incidentally, the SD4K was not available then. I have since bought both the Sub C date and SD4K.

My point being on a side by side comparison, I did go for the, in my mind, superior watch, regardless of price.

Cheers.

japenney · 15 October 2016, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ritch99

This may be....however, I went to the local AD, hell bent on a 116610LN. I had it on my wrist by the counter, and then it occured to me "Hey, what about the Deep Sea?"

I tried the DSSD on and it was a no brainer. Even though it was 3,500.00 more, I purchased the DSSD immediately. Incidentally, the SD4K was not available then. I have since bought both the Sub C date and SD4K.

My point being on a side by side comparison, I did go for the, in my mind, superior watch, regardless of price.

Cheers.

Your not the average Joe if you can afford to but all 3 ;). Perhaps you are a little more well to do than the majority. Just speculation. Congrats on your purchases.

Sent by my pet Gekko

steveng01 · 15 October 2016, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by El Cascarrabias

Your pictures are well done!

After several months of research and visiting AD's I was committed to the SubC . . . until I tried on the SDc. Liked it much better! But the price . . . well. Hmm. I could spend several thousand on a watch and not be completely satisfied or spend a bit more and not regret the purchase.

Got the SDc and haven't been disappointed a bit! Glad I didn't settle for another watch just because it was cheaper.

Congratulations!

I felt the exactly the same. I was getting the Subc originally until I saw the SD in personal and compare them side by side. The Subc is an excellent piece as well but it looks a little flat and wide, due to the glass and wider legs. I am glad my wife being supportive of my final choice.

steveng01 · 15 October 2016, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ritch99

This may be....however, I went to the local AD, hell bent on a 116610LN. I had it on my wrist by the counter, and then it occured to me "Hey, what about the Deep Sea?"

I tried the DSSD on and it was a no brainer. Even though it was 3,500.00 more, I purchased the DSSD immediately. Incidentally, the SD4K was not available then. I have since bought both the Sub C date and SD4K.

My point being on a side by side comparison, I did go for the, in my mind, superior watch, regardless of price.

Cheers.

Having all three is like having three types of gfs and you wish you could spend a dinner with all of them together.

waterman1 · 15 October 2016, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ritch99

This may be....however, I went to the local AD, hell bent on a 116610LN. I had it on my wrist by the counter, and then it occured to me "Hey, what about the Deep Sea?"

I tried the DSSD on and it was a no brainer. Even though it was 3,500.00 more, I purchased the DSSD immediately. Incidentally, the SD4K was not available then. I have since bought both the Sub C date and SD4K.

My point being on a side by side comparison, I did go for the, in my mind, superior watch, regardless of price.

Cheers.

I am curious. What is your wrist size and which watch has become your favorite? Your go-to watch?

13 October 2016, 10:48 PM	#33
Ferdelious 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,202	Go for it and don't look back! Almost 2 years now on my wrist and I love it more than the first day I put it on. You're lucky to be able to get one at the current discounted prices, when I purchased mine it was only 6 months after its Basel release. sd.jpg __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

14 October 2016, 02:14 PM	#48
multimedia "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Joe Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,835	Congrats! Looks great on you. Cheers, Joe __________________ "Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works." - S.J.

14 October 2016, 02:16 PM	#49
rollee1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Rollee Location: Boston Watch: it watching me Posts: 1,945	Wonderful pair. Congrats! __________________ Time you enjoy wasting was not wasted

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13 October 2016, 10:22 PM	#31
Watchgeek5000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Brooklyn USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,622	I think what makes the SD4000 less popular is the Higher price

13 October 2016, 10:34 PM	#32
Jimmythegreek "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: London Watch: 116610LV Posts: 6	I too am about to pick up an SD4k, had the call from my AD yesterday. I have always wanted one, but I also own the Deepsea blue dial. For me it is a very different watch, it will my daily wear, the deepsea has to be for the weekend! Enjoy yours. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 October 2016, 11:32 PM	#34
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	If budget was a consideration I'd take a SubC over the SDc. Luckily it wasn't for me as I much prefer the SDc.

14 October 2016, 03:36 AM	#36
onkyork Banned Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: US Posts: 75	I would go with subc over SDK but would choose SDK over DSSD

14 October 2016, 03:51 AM	#37
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,437	Normal buyers aren't TRF members/WIS....they see the subC pricing and will almost most certainly jump in without giving the SD another thought. The DSSD appeals to a lot of people wanting a larger watch that's certainly more unique than the others in the Rolex dive line....it's an either love or hate thing. So that leaves the SD stuck in limbo in the middle with no takers despite it being IMO the most balanced choice between water resistance, aesthetics (lugs/case shape), weight balance, dial readibility, and comfort (without the diver extension). But you'd have to really be "into it" to understand the choices....most people buying just want the more expensive shinier piece in the display or "what can I get for $xxxx."

14 October 2016, 05:42 AM	#39
RGAmos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 194	This would probably change if Rolex introduced something unique for the Sea Sweller, such as a colored dial, a Comex commemorative or some such.

14 October 2016, 06:25 AM	#41
nobbylon Banned Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Nederlands Watch: DSSD Posts: 365	Very nice

14 October 2016, 06:34 AM	#42
GregBe "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 61	Congrats! Looks great. I am about to pull the trigger on one as well. What is your wrist size?

14 October 2016, 04:48 PM	#50
Kippers "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Alex K Location: England Watch: SD4K, BLNR, Hulk Posts: 397	Congrats, mine says hello! Sent from my SM-G925F using Tapatalk

15 October 2016, 12:15 AM	#53
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Great choice!

15 October 2016, 01:40 AM	#54
warrior "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: massachusetts Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,692	Fantastic choice. IMO, it's the best modern Rolex diver. For me, the DSSD is too big and thick . And the Sub, though fine, doesn't look as good. The raised crystal of the SD ( as opposed to the crystal of the sub that sits flush with the bezel ) gives the watch more depth both from a side view and head on view. Like a cool vintage look. Not a flat plate look like the Sub. I also prefer the small gradations on the bezel of the SD4k. Just a great watch.

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