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Rallyboat · 28 February 2010, 02:32 AM

Hi looking for advice I have at the moment a submariner and looking to upgrade. I work on fishing boats and other types of work boats as a skipper don't know wether to go for another submariner or should I up grade for the seadweller. Please let us know your thoughts.

clew84 · 28 February 2010, 02:35 AM

Either one should suit you well, of course. I would go for the SD if you can find a nice pre-owned one (or even a new one still in a case somewhere but that's getting more rare).

Good luck and happy fishing!

Atomant · 28 February 2010, 02:36 AM

Well if you're comparing between the Submariner 16610 and the Seadweller 16600 I'll take the 16600 on any day! I just prefered the non cyclops look on the Seadweller and the Submariner is just too common for me. JMHO. If I got to pick a sub, it would have to be the LV sub. So I'd say go for the Seadweller!

NCD1979 · 28 February 2010, 02:37 AM

I'd go with the SD all day long...There is no comparison in my mind; I just love the "beefy" case and clean dial.

snowbird · 28 February 2010, 02:42 AM

As above, if it were me I'd go with the SD 16600, I have the Sub 16610 too and find myself wearing the SD a lot more.

Tools · 28 February 2010, 02:46 AM

Personally, I prefer the Sub Date..

I do not believe that the SD is an "upgrade", it is essentially the same watch with a slightly thicker case to take more pressure at a deeper depth (that you can't go to) - but that's it.

With that, it is slightly more bulky, smaller dial, and does not have the cyclops - which I find useful..

I only see the actual difference in use as a personal choice...

JMIND · 28 February 2010, 02:47 AM

I tried on the SD but found the 16610 better suited for me.

cdnwatchguy · 28 February 2010, 02:50 AM

I used to be a Submariner fan over the SD however I have been won over by the SD. It is just slightly heaver and the bezel and crystal are thicker giving it more of a robust feeling. IMHO anyway. Either one though will suit your needs well.

clew84 · 28 February 2010, 02:50 AM

There's a nice looking SD on the sales forum right now...

sea-dweller · 28 February 2010, 03:07 AM

Both are great, but I personally find the Sub Date more comfortable.

DaneHix53 · 28 February 2010, 03:15 AM

IMHO- The SD had such a classy look. It is a substantial feeling tool and I love it! SD all the way! AND you will have the last of its kind...Either one will be a nice gift yourself though. It is a good problem to have. :)

jrssv · 28 February 2010, 03:20 AM

I'm in the minority here but I'm not sure you can upgrade from a Sub unless you go to the LV with Maxi dial. That's what I have and I love it.

rkammer · 28 February 2010, 03:35 AM

I think the SD is a slight upgrade especially if you like a more robust feeling watch. There are a couple of subtle differences that haven't been mentioned yet. 1) the bracelet links on the SD are polished on the sides vs satin on the Sub and 2) the SD has a full 5 links on the 6 o'clock side vs 4 1/2 on the Sub. On my 7 1/2 inch wrist the SD fits with the clasp more correctly centered than on the Sub I used to have.

Good luck in your search. You'll enjoy either one.

clew84 · 28 February 2010, 03:39 AM

Not taking anything away from the Sub (classic, great, etc.) but I kind of think of the SD as an evolution of the Sub.

mike · 28 February 2010, 03:42 AM

I'm kinda with Larry on this one as far as the SD being an "upgrade". True you have a deeper depth rating and an HE valve, but the movement is the same.

That it is sans cyclops does give a different look, perhaps more utilitarian?

I'll give the LV fans a nod in that the maxi-dial/hand makes it a bit easier to read in less than ideal conditions, but again same movement.

nauticajoe · 28 February 2010, 04:01 AM

Hands down...the SD! I agree with the posts - there are a lot of Sub's out there. Granted you may never take advantage of the depth rating, IMO the watch stands out better. Either one ...you can't go wrong.
You need to go with the one that makes you smile. Good luck!

ersnyder · 28 February 2010, 04:53 AM

Being a person who prefers unique to common, I like the SD!

tomyum111 · 28 February 2010, 05:30 AM

Sub with Date all the way, hand down

ABChop · 28 February 2010, 05:47 AM

Totally agree with ersnyder!!!

I just bought a M SD a few days ago :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by ersnyder

Being a person who prefers unique to common, I like the SD!

landroverking · 28 February 2010, 06:01 AM

Go with the Sea Dweller....I think it is an upgrade in the sense there are a lot less of them around. I have Sub owners all the time ask to look at and handle my SD.

Jet · 28 February 2010, 06:05 AM

I have both watches & either one is a good choice. I prefer to wear the SD more due to the fact that it is less common. With that said, the Sub is a bit more comfortable to wear due to its lighter weight + the cyclops helps a bit in seeing the date.

I would stick to a Sub if I were you. Just like Larry "Tools" said, "I do not believe that the SD is an "upgrade", it is essentially the same watch with a slightly thicker case to take more pressure at a deeper depth (that you can't go to)".

HL65 · 28 February 2010, 06:08 AM

Like them both--prefer the Sub myself--unless I was to be tempted with a DSSD.

Jason71 · 28 February 2010, 06:09 AM

I have a couple Subs, but there is no question which is my favorite.

p_surabhi · 28 February 2010, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rallyboat

Hi looking for advice I have at the moment a submariner and looking to upgrade. I work on fishing boats and other types of work boats as a skipper don't know wether to go for another submariner or should I up grade for the seadweller. Please let us know your thoughts.

Sea Dweller is the best ... I am so proud to own one.

28 February 2010, 02:32 AM	#1
Rallyboat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Tim Location: Wales, UK Posts: 176	Submariner or Seadweller Hi looking for advice I have at the moment a submariner and looking to upgrade. I work on fishing boats and other types of work boats as a skipper don't know wether to go for another submariner or should I up grade for the seadweller. Please let us know your thoughts.

28 February 2010, 02:35 AM	#2
clew84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati Watch: me soar Posts: 930	Either one should suit you well, of course. I would go for the SD if you can find a nice pre-owned one (or even a new one still in a case somewhere but that's getting more rare). Good luck and happy fishing! __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 Omega SMP IWC 3227-01 Autodromo Prototipo

28 February 2010, 02:36 AM	#3
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	Well if you're comparing between the Submariner 16610 and the Seadweller 16600 I'll take the 16600 on any day! I just prefered the non cyclops look on the Seadweller and the Submariner is just too common for me. JMHO. If I got to pick a sub, it would have to be the LV sub. So I'd say go for the Seadweller! __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

28 February 2010, 02:46 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,496	Personally, I prefer the Sub Date.. I do not believe that the SD is an "upgrade", it is essentially the same watch with a slightly thicker case to take more pressure at a deeper depth (that you can't go to) - but that's it. With that, it is slightly more bulky, smaller dial, and does not have the cyclops - which I find useful.. I only see the actual difference in use as a personal choice... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

28 February 2010, 02:50 AM	#8
cdnwatchguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 921	Both are great I used to be a Submariner fan over the SD however I have been won over by the SD. It is just slightly heaver and the bezel and crystal are thicker giving it more of a robust feeling. IMHO anyway. Either one though will suit your needs well. __________________ Keith

28 February 2010, 02:37 AM	#4
NCD1979 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1,044	I'd go with the SD all day long...There is no comparison in my mind; I just love the "beefy" case and clean dial.

28 February 2010, 02:42 AM	#5
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	As above, if it were me I'd go with the SD 16600, I have the Sub 16610 too and find myself wearing the SD a lot more.

28 February 2010, 02:47 AM	#7
JMIND "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jerry Location: New Mexico Watch: 16610 M Series Posts: 1,084	I tried on the SD but found the 16610 better suited for me.

28 February 2010, 03:07 AM	#10
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Both are great, but I personally find the Sub Date more comfortable. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

28 February 2010, 03:15 AM	#11
DaneHix53 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Dane Location: Arlington, Va. Watch: Sea Dweller "M" Posts: 10	IMHO- The SD had such a classy look. It is a substantial feeling tool and I love it! SD all the way! AND you will have the last of its kind...Either one will be a nice gift yourself though. It is a good problem to have. :)

28 February 2010, 03:20 AM	#12
jrssv Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 386	I'm in the minority here but I'm not sure you can upgrade from a Sub unless you go to the LV with Maxi dial. That's what I have and I love it.

28 February 2010, 03:35 AM	#13
rkammer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Central Florida Posts: 440	I think the SD is a slight upgrade especially if you like a more robust feeling watch. There are a couple of subtle differences that haven't been mentioned yet. 1) the bracelet links on the SD are polished on the sides vs satin on the Sub and 2) the SD has a full 5 links on the 6 o'clock side vs 4 1/2 on the Sub. On my 7 1/2 inch wrist the SD fits with the clasp more correctly centered than on the Sub I used to have. Good luck in your search. You'll enjoy either one. __________________ Regards, Ray K.

28 February 2010, 03:39 AM	#14
clew84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati Watch: me soar Posts: 930	Not taking anything away from the Sub (classic, great, etc.) but I kind of think of the SD as an evolution of the Sub. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 Omega SMP IWC 3227-01 Autodromo Prototipo

28 February 2010, 03:42 AM	#15
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I'm kinda with Larry on this one as far as the SD being an "upgrade". True you have a deeper depth rating and an HE valve, but the movement is the same. That it is sans cyclops does give a different look, perhaps more utilitarian? I'll give the LV fans a nod in that the maxi-dial/hand makes it a bit easier to read in less than ideal conditions, but again same movement.

28 February 2010, 04:01 AM	#16
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Hands down...the SD! I agree with the posts - there are a lot of Sub's out there. Granted you may never take advantage of the depth rating, IMO the watch stands out better. Either one ...you can't go wrong. You need to go with the one that makes you smile. Good luck!

28 February 2010, 04:53 AM	#17
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	Being a person who prefers unique to common, I like the SD!

28 February 2010, 05:30 AM	#18
tomyum111 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: SV Location: Silicon Valley Posts: 76	Sub with Date all the way, hand down

28 February 2010, 06:01 AM	#20
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Go with the Sea Dweller....I think it is an upgrade in the sense there are a lot less of them around. I have Sub owners all the time ask to look at and handle my SD.

28 February 2010, 06:05 AM	#21
Jet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Jet Location: SoCal, USA Watch: SD/Sub/GMT/Daytona Posts: 796	I have both watches & either one is a good choice. I prefer to wear the SD more due to the fact that it is less common. With that said, the Sub is a bit more comfortable to wear due to its lighter weight + the cyclops helps a bit in seeing the date. I would stick to a Sub if I were you. Just like Larry "Tools" said, "I do not believe that the SD is an "upgrade", it is essentially the same watch with a slightly thicker case to take more pressure at a deeper depth (that you can't go to)".

28 February 2010, 06:08 AM	#22
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,991	Like them both--prefer the Sub myself--unless I was to be tempted with a DSSD. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

28 February 2010, 06:09 AM	#23
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	I have a couple Subs, but there is no question which is my favorite. __________________ 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

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