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Subdialler · 14 December 2009, 11:32 PM

Hi there,

I've loved my Z series Sea-Dweller and really fancy a Deep Sea.

My quandry is that I can't really justify owning two decent watches, being a family man and all, so I would welcome your thoughts before I make up my mind.

Appreciating my SD has now been discontinued and increasing demand for this timeless classic appears to be on the up, what would you do??

Also, if anyone has had the same situation, have any of you regretted it?

Kind regards.

sleddog · 14 December 2009, 11:59 PM

IMO,I would not sell it.....I did once and realised it was a mistake and repurchased one 6 months later!!!!

That's just me though!!! If you really feel you want the DSSD and it'll make you happy,go for it...But remember,the original SD is a classic!!!

Rob.

HDHNTER · 15 December 2009, 12:03 AM

Have you tried a DSSD on yet? I would sit tight on the SD & save for the DSSD if you really want it.

DWdrummer · 15 December 2009, 12:03 AM

I would keep it. The SD is already a classic in its own right. The DeepSea is a nice watch, but too big and thick IMO.

I would keep the Sea Dweller, since it is discontinued and you can buy a DSSD anywhere.

rob · 15 December 2009, 12:14 AM

Don't do it! Save for a DSSD. Never get rid of you SD!

clbcpa · 15 December 2009, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HDHNTER

Have you tried a DSSD on yet? I would sit tight on the SD & save for the DSSD if you really want it.

I agree.. The DSSD is a completely different feel than the standard sea dweller and quite honestly takes alot of getting used too.. If you have not tried one on please do.. If you have and are thinking, well, I will get used to it, I can tell you from experience it is a huge adjustment

snowbird · 15 December 2009, 12:54 AM

I agree with those above that you should try on the DSSD if you haven't already. For me the SD is a very comfortable watch but personally I find the DSSD to be just too large and heavy . . . the DSSD is a great engineering and manufacturing achievement and more power to those who like it, but it's definitely a watch to try on before buying.

Clay · 15 December 2009, 01:07 AM

If you really want a Deep Sea then YES...If you don't then NO.......

I wouldn't....

tkc324 · 15 December 2009, 01:11 AM

I would keep the SD...

ducatidoc · 15 December 2009, 01:16 AM

Never get rid of a watch that you like in favor of one that you think you might like more.

Subdialler · 15 December 2009, 01:20 AM

Thanks so far, appreciated. I tried one on several months ago at my local AD, without the strap being adjusted and it did feel noticably different. It was offered to me and subsequently I declined the purchase.

If I had fallen 110% in love with it, I would normally bite the bullet there and then.....!!

My wrist measures approx 7" and I was hoping this wouldn't create too much of a problem, with the weight of the DSSD. I am also not 'showy' with my watches and need to be mindful of it's appearance with formal work wear.

psv · 15 December 2009, 01:23 AM

There is no right/wrong answer here, just opinions.

The DSSD is a massive piece and arguably the best Rolex ever built, but it heavy (220 grams) and much more eye-catching as well. I reflected on it for a good while and ended up buying one, but again I got a few other watches that I rotate with.

But look at it this way - it is twice as expensive so you could basically keep your SD and get something like a good old GMT and have multiple watches.

The regular SD has somewhat of a cult-following at the moment. I wouldn't worry about being able to find one down the road if you flip yours - there are tons of them out there.

My personal philosophy on material things - I rather have a few good things (that I really truly appreciate) than more stuff that I less desire and/or of inferior quality (doesn't apply to the SD in this case). Less is more.

Jason71 · 15 December 2009, 01:27 AM

I have both, and I would never part with one of my 16600 SeaDwellers for a DeepSea. I love my DeepSea, but the 16600 is just classic.

SDDS · 15 December 2009, 01:39 AM

i would keep the SD..

c3pastor · 15 December 2009, 01:42 AM

keep the sd...

WatchTimes · 15 December 2009, 02:03 AM

Very tough call, I have owned and love both.

I think I would keep the SD, it is a better all around watch due to its lower profile if you are only a one watch guy.

Both are great watches and I will own both again soon. Just had trade offers with each I could not resist.

Redred2009 · 15 December 2009, 02:07 AM

Actually, I have had a same problem as you, the point is If you'd be hard to find out a SD if you really sold it out. However, buying DSSD is another story!
You know what I'm saying ?

clew84 · 15 December 2009, 02:12 AM

I have a SD and am about to add a DSSD soon. If someone put a gun to my head and said I had to give up one, I would most likely give them the DSSD. The SD is something that I will keep and give to my son someday. I think it's perfectly sized for my 7" wrist.

However, the DSSD makes me drool and I can't wait to get it on my wrist.

The SD is like the woman you marry. The DSSD is the girl you don't take home to momma

.

sea-dweller · 15 December 2009, 02:15 AM

Keep the SD !!!

Daytonamania · 15 December 2009, 02:27 AM

Just bought DSSD , goes so nice with my subby.
Got big wrist so size not issue.
Never owned SD but maybe next time?

padi56 · 15 December 2009, 02:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Subdialler

Hi there,

I've loved my Z series Sea-Dweller and really fancy a Deep Sea.

My quandry is that I can't really justify owning two decent watches, being a family man and all, so I would welcome your thoughts before I make up my mind.

Appreciating my SD has now been discontinued and increasing demand for this timeless classic appears to be on the up, what would you do??

Also, if anyone has had the same situation, have any of you regretted it?

Kind regards.

Cannot see the point the only advantage in the DSSD is the clasp and extra depth rating both movements are basically the same.The SD has all the depth rating you will never need as SD was good enough for any man now of future.You have the classic Rolex icon now why pay the extra price for watch
thats almost the same

Redred2009 · 15 December 2009, 03:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clew84

I have a SD and am about to add a DSSD soon. If someone put a gun to my head and said I had to give up one, I would most likely give them the DSSD. The SD is something that I will keep and give to my son someday. I think it's perfectly sized for my 7" wrist.

However, the DSSD makes me drool and I can't wait to get it on my wrist.

The SD is like the woman you marry. The DSSD is the girl you don't take home to momma

.

Just likes the voice from the bottom of my heart... yeah !!!!

JUSTROLEXES · 15 December 2009, 03:55 AM

The SD is a KEEPPPPER

RJC · 15 December 2009, 03:58 AM

Flip!!....... I did and have no regrets whatsoever. Deepsea forever

rubysky360 · 15 December 2009, 04:10 AM

I would keep the SD.

JBat · 15 December 2009, 04:38 AM

I agree with pretty much everyone here, keep the classic and save for the DSSD, if that's what you really want.

KarlFr · 15 December 2009, 04:54 AM

Wouldn't flip without trying the DSSD for a while, unless you got gorilla arms

Gerardus · 15 December 2009, 04:56 AM

Do not do it: Keep the sd

therolexguy · 15 December 2009, 05:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkc324

I would keep the SD...

X2

chazha · 15 December 2009, 05:22 AM

Keep sd!!!!!!!!!!!

14 December 2009, 11:32 PM	#1
Subdialler "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: United Kingdom Watch: DSSD & SD Posts: 113	Do I Flip My Sea-Dweller for a DSSD??? Hi there, I've loved my Z series Sea-Dweller and really fancy a Deep Sea. My quandry is that I can't really justify owning two decent watches, being a family man and all, so I would welcome your thoughts before I make up my mind. Appreciating my SD has now been discontinued and increasing demand for this timeless classic appears to be on the up, what would you do?? Also, if anyone has had the same situation, have any of you regretted it? Kind regards. Last edited by Subdialler; 14 December 2009 at 11:57 PM.. Reason: Used Increasing twice

14 December 2009, 11:59 PM	#2
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,930	IMO,I would not sell it.....I did once and realised it was a mistake and repurchased one 6 months later!!!! That's just me though!!! If you really feel you want the DSSD and it'll make you happy,go for it...But remember,the original SD is a classic!!! Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

15 December 2009, 01:07 AM	#8
Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	That depends... If you really want a Deep Sea then YES...If you don't then NO....... I wouldn't....

15 December 2009, 01:16 AM	#10
ducatidoc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: the doc side Watch: zenith Posts: 3,779	Never get rid of a watch that you like in favor of one that you think you might like more. __________________ The payments remain long after the novelty has worn off. # 26371 NAWCC Member

15 December 2009, 01:27 AM	#13
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	I have both, and I would never part with one of my 16600 SeaDwellers for a DeepSea. I love my DeepSea, but the 16600 is just classic. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

15 December 2009, 12:03 AM	#3
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	Have you tried a DSSD on yet? I would sit tight on the SD & save for the DSSD if you really want it.

15 December 2009, 12:03 AM	#4
DWdrummer Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Florida USA Posts: 954	I would keep it. The SD is already a classic in its own right. The DeepSea is a nice watch, but too big and thick IMO. I would keep the Sea Dweller, since it is discontinued and you can buy a DSSD anywhere.

15 December 2009, 12:14 AM	#5
rob 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Northern Ca. Watch: SS only Posts: 863	Don't do it! Save for a DSSD. Never get rid of you SD!

15 December 2009, 12:54 AM	#7
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	I agree with those above that you should try on the DSSD if you haven't already. For me the SD is a very comfortable watch but personally I find the DSSD to be just too large and heavy . . . the DSSD is a great engineering and manufacturing achievement and more power to those who like it, but it's definitely a watch to try on before buying.

15 December 2009, 01:11 AM	#9
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	I would keep the SD...

15 December 2009, 01:20 AM	#11
Subdialler "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: United Kingdom Watch: DSSD & SD Posts: 113	Thanks so far, appreciated. I tried one on several months ago at my local AD, without the strap being adjusted and it did feel noticably different. It was offered to me and subsequently I declined the purchase. If I had fallen 110% in love with it, I would normally bite the bullet there and then.....!! My wrist measures approx 7" and I was hoping this wouldn't create too much of a problem, with the weight of the DSSD. I am also not 'showy' with my watches and need to be mindful of it's appearance with formal work wear.

15 December 2009, 01:23 AM	#12
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	There is no right/wrong answer here, just opinions. The DSSD is a massive piece and arguably the best Rolex ever built, but it heavy (220 grams) and much more eye-catching as well. I reflected on it for a good while and ended up buying one, but again I got a few other watches that I rotate with. But look at it this way - it is twice as expensive so you could basically keep your SD and get something like a good old GMT and have multiple watches. The regular SD has somewhat of a cult-following at the moment. I wouldn't worry about being able to find one down the road if you flip yours - there are tons of them out there. My personal philosophy on material things - I rather have a few good things (that I really truly appreciate) than more stuff that I less desire and/or of inferior quality (doesn't apply to the SD in this case). Less is more.

15 December 2009, 01:39 AM	#14
SDDS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Yazan Location: Canada Posts: 4,782	i would keep the SD.. __________________ Patek Philippe 5167 Patek Philippe 5905P black dial Rolex Deepsea 116660 M series Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 N series Rolex OP 41MM 124300 Green Dial

15 December 2009, 01:42 AM	#15
c3pastor 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Whitman Toland Location: Summerfield, NC Watch: MillyGV, SD, SD4K Posts: 297	keep the sd...

15 December 2009, 02:03 AM	#16
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	Very tough call, I have owned and love both. I think I would keep the SD, it is a better all around watch due to its lower profile if you are only a one watch guy. Both are great watches and I will own both again soon. Just had trade offers with each I could not resist. __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

15 December 2009, 02:07 AM	#17
Redred2009 Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ricky Location: Hk Watch: Sea-Dweller 1220M Posts: 34	Actually, I have had a same problem as you, the point is If you'd be hard to find out a SD if you really sold it out. However, buying DSSD is another story! You know what I'm saying ?

15 December 2009, 02:12 AM	#18
clew84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati Watch: me soar Posts: 930	I have a SD and am about to add a DSSD soon. If someone put a gun to my head and said I had to give up one, I would most likely give them the DSSD. The SD is something that I will keep and give to my son someday. I think it's perfectly sized for my 7" wrist. However, the DSSD makes me drool and I can't wait to get it on my wrist. The SD is like the woman you marry. The DSSD is the girl you don't take home to momma . __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 Omega SMP IWC 3227-01 Autodromo Prototipo

15 December 2009, 02:15 AM	#19
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Keep the SD !!! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

15 December 2009, 02:27 AM	#20
Daytonamania "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: nigel Location: Wales Watch: SS Daytona/DSSD/LV Posts: 267	Just bought DSSD , goes so nice with my subby. Got big wrist so size not issue. Never owned SD but maybe next time?

15 December 2009, 03:55 AM	#23
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 51,019	The SD is a KEEPPPPER

15 December 2009, 03:58 AM	#24
RJC "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cheshire, UK Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,125	Flip!!....... I did and have no regrets whatsoever. Deepsea forever __________________ Current - DSJC 136660 - Sea-Dweller 126600

15 December 2009, 04:10 AM	#25
rubysky360 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 22	I would keep the SD.

15 December 2009, 04:38 AM	#26
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I agree with pretty much everyone here, keep the classic and save for the DSSD, if that's what you really want.

15 December 2009, 04:54 AM	#27
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	Wouldn't flip without trying the DSSD for a while, unless you got gorilla arms

15 December 2009, 04:56 AM	#28
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,129	Do not do it: Keep the sd __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

15 December 2009, 05:22 AM	#30
chazha "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: ChairmanMao Location: NY, US Watch: mickey watch Posts: 837	Keep sd!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ I am always single, even when I am married.

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