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hennabav · 26 February 2010, 08:47 AM

So, it seems like the old Seadwellers are getting harder and harder to find. Ever since they discontinued them, fewer and fewer people are putting them on the market. Without the warranty card/papers but includes everything else, what do you think is a fair price for it given it is in mint condition and is an F-series??

Jason71 · 26 February 2010, 09:20 AM

I've been buying up the SeaDwellers...........that is why the prices are going up. As far as your F-serial.........I would say $4,000-$4,200. That is here on the forum. Dealer cost will be more

ersnyder · 26 February 2010, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by jclevoy

I've been buying up the SeaDwellers...........that is why the prices are going up. As far as your F-serial.........I would say $4,000-$4,200. That is here on the forum. Dealer cost will be more

So YOU'RE the one! Sweet collection Jason!

If you want a BNIB from an AD, I think you might find one at Baron & Leeds in Waikoloa HI. They had 2 just a few weeks ago.

ersnyder · 26 February 2010, 10:37 AM

I got the last one in Palm Springs and love it!

Speedmeister · 26 February 2010, 10:42 AM

Got the last one in Malibu and I'm stoked!

CrimsonIvy · 26 February 2010, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jclevoy

I've been buying up the SeaDwellers...........that is why the prices are going up. As far as your F-serial.........I would say $4,000-$4,200. That is here on the forum. Dealer cost will be more

In what does the seadweller differ from the submariner? Other than it's technical functions? As in appearance?

hennabav · 26 February 2010, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CrimsonIvy

In what does the seadweller differ from the submariner? Other than it's technical functions? As in appearance?

The seadweller has the escape gas valve, can withstand a deeper depth, and also does not have the cyclops on the crystal.

sea-dweller · 26 February 2010, 12:50 PM

$3900-$4200 without the warranty card.

kizerman · 26 February 2010, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by hennabav

The seadweller has the escape gas valve, can withstand a deeper depth, and also does not have the cyclops on the crystal.

The case is a little bit thicker, isn't it?

mattmartin · 26 February 2010, 01:05 PM

I got the last one in Arlington-DC metro area and Im completely satisfied!

Mockingbird · 26 February 2010, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jclevoy

I've been buying up the SeaDwellers...........that is why the prices are going up. As far as your F-serial.........I would say $4,000-$4,200. That is here on the forum. Dealer cost will be more

Wow! Great collection you have there! I'm curious about the middle one, I'm not so educated in SD's so please humor me, was that red seconds hand installed after purchase by you, or did it actually come like that? I love it, and can't ever recall seeing a SD come out of the factory like that before.

onkyo · 26 February 2010, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ersnyder

So YOU'RE the one! Sweet collection Jason!

If you want a BNIB from an AD, I think you might find one at Baron & Leeds in Waikoloa HI. They had 2 just a few weeks ago.

I like your PVD SD!

hennabav · 26 February 2010, 02:09 PM

I'm surprised the estimates are so low. What about with warranty papers?? Would that change the value that much??

Jason71 · 26 February 2010, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by kizerman

The case is a little bit thicker, isn't it?

Case is thicker, crystal is thicker, even the bezel is thicker. Here is one of my SDs next to my 14060M sub. Note the thickness of the bezel and the case. Also note how much higher the crystal rides above the bezel.

The SD is also just a little smaller in diameter

Jason71 · 26 February 2010, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Mockingbird

Wow! Great collection you have there! I'm curious about the middle one, I'm not so educated in SD's so please humor me, was that red seconds hand installed after purchase by you, or did it actually come like that? I love it, and can't ever recall seeing a SD come out of the factory like that before.

I bought it completely stock like the two outer models. I then sent it to a Rolex Certified watchmaker for a complete service, and had all three stock hands swapped out for Yachtmaster hands. (red second-hand and maxi minute hand)

Next, I sent it to Jack@IWW for a complete disassembly and PVD/DLC treatment. It was a very time consuming project, and it was rather expensive, but I think it turned out rather nice. It is 100% Rolex with the exception of the DLC coating.

moby33 · 26 February 2010, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jclevoy

Case is thicker, crystal is thicker, even the bezel is thicker. Here is one of my SDs next to my 14060M sub. Note the thickness of the bezel and the case. Also note how much higher the crystal rides above the bezel.

The SD is also just a little smaller in diameter

Agree on all points, especially the smaller diameter. The SD feels more substantial on the wrist than the Sub (due to the slight additional weight) that I personally think feels really good. Yet due to the thicker crystal, it actually makes the dial appear smaller than the Sub when looking down on the watch and therefore almost gives the watch a smaller appearance than a Sub when on the wrist.

It was because of that smaller appearance that I just couldn't get over that drove me to flip my original SD for a SubLV. Cheers.

clew84 · 26 February 2010, 02:44 PM

There is one here in Cincinnati at a dealer - it's been sitting there for awhile. I saw it in December and was in the other day and it was still there, couldn't believe it.

hennabav · 4 March 2010, 05:44 AM

How much would you guys pay BNIB M-series seadweller 16600?? Or what do you think would be a fair price for it. I saw one at a dealer $6400 but I was thinking of talking them down.

karmatp · 4 March 2010, 05:52 AM

I have no problems finding a SD at any of my local AD's. Since their stock is getting low, discounts are getting harder to come buy, they know some guy will come in and pay MSRP.

The SD is a fantastic watch, and it is a huge shame that they discontinued it, especially considering what they discontinued it for, no offence to the SDDS lovers. I am praying that the new ss subs are as awesome as the classic SD.

hennabav · 4 March 2010, 06:01 AM

Agreed Tevor! It is such a shame that Rolex discontinued the SD. The SDDS just doesn't feel right on my wrist therefore I would probably never buy one. The SD on the other hand and its usability is fantastic. I probably would get that over a Sub date.

the KING · 4 March 2010, 06:44 AM

Maximum $4k......F series maybe $3,800 is fair for no papers

Esexx · 4 March 2010, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by jclevoy

I've been buying up the SeaDwellers...........that is why the prices are going up. As far as your F-serial.........I would say $4,000-$4,200. That is here on the forum. Dealer cost will be more

Sweet collection. I just saw one in an AD in Manhattan Beach. Whish I had the funds to get it!

Speedmeister · 4 March 2010, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Esexx

Sweet collection. I just saw one in an AD in Manhattan Beach. Whish I had the funds to get it!

Any discount?

bobernet · 4 March 2010, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by hennabav

I'm surprised the estimates are so low.

They made a lot of them, and they were all identical (plus or minus lug holes) for a long time. I think there are too many in the market for the prices to move substantially on used examples any time soon.

I bought mine to wear, not to flip, so I don't particularly care one way or the other on the price issue.

Good luck; the SD is a great choice.

Esexx · 4 March 2010, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Speedmeister

Any discount?

I didn't get that far. The sales person wasn't the friendliest when I was there. I think I was interupting her lunch.

I didn't understand her when I asked if it was pre owned or new. The pricetag said $4,995, I think. I want to go back and get more info in the next few days.

I will try to get a price, serial number (series), and if brand new. I can post info here or pm me if anyone is interested.

Speedmeister · 4 March 2010, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Esexx

I didn't get that far. The sales person wasn't the friendliest when I was there. I think I was interupting her lunch.

I didn't understand her when I asked if it was pre owned or new. The pricetag said $4,995, I think. I want to go back and get more info in the next few days.

I will try to get a price, serial number (series), and if brand new. I can post info here or pm me if anyone is interested.

Not likely new at that price. The retail is $6400. I didn't know there was any ADs in Manhattan Beach.

I love that town though!

Tony-GB · 4 March 2010, 05:47 PM

Stay cool, the SD will be coming back.

T minus 24 months and counting...

Can't say any more...

Esexx · 7 March 2010, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

Stay cool, the SD will be coming back.

T minus 24 months and counting...

Can't say any more...

2 more years! Ill be waiting.

26 February 2010, 08:47 AM	#1
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	Seadweller So, it seems like the old Seadwellers are getting harder and harder to find. Ever since they discontinued them, fewer and fewer people are putting them on the market. Without the warranty card/papers but includes everything else, what do you think is a fair price for it given it is in mint condition and is an F-series??

26 February 2010, 09:20 AM	#2
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	I've been buying up the SeaDwellers...........that is why the prices are going up. As far as your F-serial.........I would say $4,000-$4,200. That is here on the forum. Dealer cost will be more __________________ 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

26 February 2010, 12:50 PM	#8
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	$3900-$4200 without the warranty card. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

26 February 2010, 01:05 PM	#10
mattmartin "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: City Limits Posts: 82	I love mine! I got the last one in Arlington-DC metro area and Im completely satisfied!

26 February 2010, 02:44 PM	#17
clew84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati Watch: me soar Posts: 930	There is one here in Cincinnati at a dealer - it's been sitting there for awhile. I saw it in December and was in the other day and it was still there, couldn't believe it. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 Omega SMP IWC 3227-01 Autodromo Prototipo

26 February 2010, 10:37 AM	#4
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	I got the last one in Palm Springs and love it!

26 February 2010, 10:42 AM	#5
Speedmeister "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Hollywood Watch: 16600, 145.012-67 Posts: 164	Got the last one in Malibu and I'm stoked!

26 February 2010, 02:09 PM	#13
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	I'm surprised the estimates are so low. What about with warranty papers?? Would that change the value that much??

4 March 2010, 05:44 AM	#18
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	How much would you guys pay BNIB M-series seadweller 16600?? Or what do you think would be a fair price for it. I saw one at a dealer $6400 but I was thinking of talking them down.

4 March 2010, 05:52 AM	#19
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I have no problems finding a SD at any of my local AD's. Since their stock is getting low, discounts are getting harder to come buy, they know some guy will come in and pay MSRP. The SD is a fantastic watch, and it is a huge shame that they discontinued it, especially considering what they discontinued it for, no offence to the SDDS lovers. I am praying that the new ss subs are as awesome as the classic SD. __________________ My grails:

4 March 2010, 06:01 AM	#20
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	Agreed Tevor! It is such a shame that Rolex discontinued the SD. The SDDS just doesn't feel right on my wrist therefore I would probably never buy one. The SD on the other hand and its usability is fantastic. I probably would get that over a Sub date.

4 March 2010, 06:44 AM	#21
the KING "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Paris Posts: 218	Maximum $4k......F series maybe $3,800 is fair for no papers

4 March 2010, 05:47 PM	#27
Tony-GB "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Oxfordshire, UK Watch: 116680 & 116622 Posts: 3,953	Stay cool, the SD will be coming back. T minus 24 months and counting... Can't say any more... __________________ "...why oh why, didn't I take the blue pill...?" http://www.helenanddouglas.org.uk/ www.cheetah.org

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