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Old 8 August 2008, 08:38 AM   #1
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SEADWELLER: M serial Vs Z and below

ok,

help me understand this: Why does M series command such high prices but Z and below like D & F do not?

Is there anything technically different in M than in older versions?

Or

Is the hoopla merely from the "last manufactured letter" ?

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Old 8 August 2008, 08:42 AM   #2
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There is no difference on a Seadweller probably since 2001 or so.

I would say since the Y model forward... Is that about right SD followers..?

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The "M" is possibly the last serial for the SD, hence more collectable...a little BS IMO!

The last change in the SD occured in mid Y serial (2003) when Rolex went to the no hole lugs. The 16600 always had SEL.
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They are identical. The M is newer and will command more money.

If you were going to buy a car and you found 2 of the same model and they were in the same condition and for the same price, would you buy the 2008 or the 2006?

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The "M" is possibly the last serial for the SD, hence more collectable...a little BS IMO!

The last change in the SD occured in mid Y serial (2003) when Rolex went to the no hole lugs. The 16600 always had SEL.
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