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sheldonsmith · 30 March 2014, 03:15 PM

One of the watches that always fascinated me is the DeepSea SeaDweller. Despite the size, I always appreciated the engineering and details that are in the Rolex DeepSea.

Also appealing is that the DeepSea has functions and details found on no other Rolex model. Like my other favorite Rolex, the revised 42mm Explorer II, the DeepSea is only available in 904L stainless steel. The DeepSea aspects that speak to me (aka -are just cool) are the crystal, bracelet clasp, and the titanium ring lock caseback. These details are what drew me to the watch and are the same features that are found on no other watch, including ones in the Rolex line.

There is more to the review at http://www.minus4plus6.com/deepsea.htm

All errors and omissions are mine, so feel free to point them out.

-Sheldon

MP5 · 30 March 2014, 04:31 PM

You say the 16600 is top heavy but no mention of the dssd?

sheldonsmith · 30 March 2014, 04:34 PM

Maybe I need to make that clearer in the review. I found that the DeepSea, being more proportional (eg. wider being proportional to its height) is not anywhere as top heavy as the 16600 SeaDweller.

jenniferjanef · 30 March 2014, 04:34 PM

Platinum Daytona is close to 280g.

sheldonsmith · 30 March 2014, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jenniferjanef

Platinum Daytona is close to 280g.

Cool thanks... I was going by feel when I tried it on and did not have a scale to weight it.

Muzz · 30 March 2014, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by sheldonsmith

Maybe I need to make that clearer in the review. I found that the DeepSea, being more proportional (eg. wider being proportional to its height) is not anywhere as top heavy as the 16600 SeaDweller.

There is no way the Deepsea is proportional to the bracelet. Maybe the case height versus width but the bracelet looks way too small IMO. I have owned both and the 16600 is not top heavy at all.

MP5 · 30 March 2014, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Muzz

There is no way the Deepsea is proportional to the bracelet. Maybe the case height versus width but the bracelet looks way too small IMO. I have owned both and the 16600 is not top heavy at all.

Yes, my thoughts too. I think for a vast majority of people this comment or observation is a headscratcher.

Garethmjones1 · 30 March 2014, 06:19 PM

Great review thanks.

All the recent threads on the new SDC just make me want the Deepsea even more.

MP5 · 30 March 2014, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Garethmjones1

Great review thanks.

All the recent threads on the new SDC just make me want the Deepsea even more.

Out of spite huh?

Rashid.bk · 30 March 2014, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Muzz

There is no way the Deepsea is proportional to the bracelet. Maybe the case height versus width but the bracelet looks way too small IMO. I have owned both and the 16600 is not top heavy at all.

The Deepsea's bracelet "looks" thin and like it could be wider....but I found that once on wrist the bracelet is a marvel and makes the DSSD relatively comfy to wear. It is however a top heavy watch and no bracelet can remedy that, not even my rubber b.

Great review, thanks for posting and sharing with us Sheldon.

alixg · 30 March 2014, 08:12 PM

Great review. I feel exactly the same. Congrats

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jay_kay · 30 March 2014, 08:23 PM

DSSD I love it. Size the bracelet correctly, removed the divers extension (if you'll never use it ) and it wears beautifully. A marvel or engineering.

Tridor · 30 March 2014, 10:02 PM

Tried one on. Didn't like it. Sat too high, was fairly heavy, the bezel was too busy, and I could not get past the writing. I respect it as an engineering marvel, though.

Bernie.H. · 30 March 2014, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by MP5

Yes, my thoughts too. I think for a vast majority of people this comment or observation is a headscratcher.

That's funny because most of your comments about watch sizes are head scratchers .

kxux · 31 March 2014, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MP5

Out of spite huh?

I share the feelings about DSSD - it's great watch. The new SDc while nice does not have as big appeal to me. Maybe it's the domed crystal on DSSD that's unique.

kxux · 31 March 2014, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Tridor

Tried one on. Didn't like it. Sat too high, was fairly heavy, the bezel was too busy, and I could not get past the writing. I respect it as an engineering marvel, though.

You may like the SDc better I would think. Both watches are great and in my opinion personal preference.

Look at Rashid - he is going to end up owning both ;-). And he seems to be very fond of his DSSD.

Chewbacca · 31 March 2014, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by sheldonsmith

One of the watches that always fascinated me is the DeepSea SeaDweller. Despite the size, I always appreciated the engineering and details that are in the Rolex DeepSea.

Also appealing is that the DeepSea has functions and details found on no other Rolex model. Like my other favorite Rolex, the revised 42mm Explorer II, the DeepSea is only available in 904L stainless steel. The DeepSea aspects that speak to me (aka -are just cool) are the crystal, bracelet clasp, and the titanium ring lock caseback. These details are what drew me to the watch and are the same features that are found on no other watch, including ones in the Rolex line.

There is more to the review at http://www.minus4plus6.com/deepsea.htm

All errors and omissions are mine, so feel free to point them out.

-Sheldon

cool link. appreciate your personal opinions and general info.

sea-dweller · 31 March 2014, 01:47 AM

Too bulky for me...

30 March 2014, 03:15 PM	#1
sheldonsmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Member 202♛ Posts: 1,815	DeepSea SeaDweller - My Impressions One of the watches that always fascinated me is the DeepSea SeaDweller. Despite the size, I always appreciated the engineering and details that are in the Rolex DeepSea. Also appealing is that the DeepSea has functions and details found on no other Rolex model. Like my other favorite Rolex, the revised 42mm Explorer II, the DeepSea is only available in 904L stainless steel. The DeepSea aspects that speak to me (aka -are just cool) are the crystal, bracelet clasp, and the titanium ring lock caseback. These details are what drew me to the watch and are the same features that are found on no other watch, including ones in the Rolex line. There is more to the review at http://www.minus4plus6.com/deepsea.htm All errors and omissions are mine, so feel free to point them out. -Sheldon __________________

30 March 2014, 04:34 PM	#3
sheldonsmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Member 202♛ Posts: 1,815	Maybe I need to make that clearer in the review. I found that the DeepSea, being more proportional (eg. wider being proportional to its height) is not anywhere as top heavy as the 16600 SeaDweller. __________________

30 March 2014, 08:23 PM	#12
jay_kay "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Barrowford Watch: Tudor Black Bay 54 Posts: 1,699	DSSD I love it. Size the bracelet correctly, removed the divers extension (if you'll never use it ) and it wears beautifully. A marvel or engineering. __________________ Rolex Explorer 214270, Omega Speedmaster '1957 Relaunch' 3594.50.00, Panerai Luminor 1950 PAM00127-E, Panerai Radiomir 1936 PAM00249-I, Panerai Mare Nostrum PAM00716-T, Panerai PAM00785-Q Set, Panerai Luminor Black Seal PAM00594-Q, Panerai Luminor Daylight PAM00604-Q, Tudor Black Bay 54 79000N, Heuer Carrera Re-Edition CS3113, Hamilton Military W10 & TAG Heuer F1

30 March 2014, 04:31 PM	#2
MP5 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: ATX Posts: 2,886	You say the 16600 is top heavy but no mention of the dssd?

30 March 2014, 04:34 PM	#4
jenniferjanef "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,828	Platinum Daytona is close to 280g.

30 March 2014, 06:19 PM	#8
Garethmjones1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Gareth Location: England Watch: DSSD Posts: 55	Great review thanks. All the recent threads on the new SDC just make me want the Deepsea even more.

30 March 2014, 08:12 PM	#11
alixg "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: France Posts: 114	Great review. I feel exactly the same. Congrats Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

30 March 2014, 10:02 PM	#13
Tridor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Ozone Watch: DD, DJ, SubC Date Posts: 1,666	Tried one on. Didn't like it. Sat too high, was fairly heavy, the bezel was too busy, and I could not get past the writing. I respect it as an engineering marvel, though.

31 March 2014, 01:47 AM	#18
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Too bulky for me...

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