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Solar · 13 April 2008, 12:11 AM

Bo, great to see you back! As always, your posting is an excellent conversation starter on one of our favourite topics, do you like Basel's new Rolex(es) or not?

Personally, for the cost of the watch, I will put that watch money towards a Sub TT Bluesy.

I have a Z series Sea Dweller, and that's watch enough. I'll never hit the max depth of the Z series, why would I want to pay a premium for a greater depth rating?

I love the idea of the maxi dial, matte dial, new clasp and the 43 mm case, but in fact the rehaut engraving is so over the top that I'd never consider the new Dipsy.

I look forward to seeing one, no worries, but for that kind of scratch--$$--I'll go for a TT watch. At close to 10 thousand dollars for a freaking watch, there had better be some precious metals in my opinion!

For those who like the Dipsy, good on you and I look forward to seeing the wrist shots!

Again Bo, glad to have you posting!

Best,

Chris

ROLEX MAN · 13 April 2008, 12:13 AM

man I'm cured, your back I was afraid and had withdrawel symptoms, man I needed your fix!!!

Beef · 13 April 2008, 12:27 AM

Great review, Bo. I am also divided in my opinion of the watch. I will have to see it "up close and personal" to make a final call on it. There are many things that I really like, the domed crystal and back, the titanium components to reduce the weight. There are some I don't, the "War and Peace" inscription on the rehaut, the huge size (Humvee on the wrist.) My AD has no predictions on delivery for this or my GV, so I'll be up in the air on the Dipsy for a while. Thanks again for the great technical review.

SSD · 13 April 2008, 12:57 AM

My Initial first impression of this watch is favorable, but I am afraid my wrists are just to small to handle it tastefully. I want to see it in person!

Quote:

Originally Posted by TARDIS

I will also wait in hope for someone to actually test the depth of the watch while wearing it and while they are down at 3900m they can report how good the lume is

Steve

I want to see a lume pic at that depth

. Well, we all know somebody's gonna strap it to a submarine and think it was THEIR idea. Sooner or later...

One question, though. I thought all the parachrom springs were blue, because of their makeup. Not the case? Why bother coloring some of them blue and not all of them? Could someone enlighten us as to this matter?

Letsgodiving · 13 April 2008, 01:19 AM

Great review Bo. I have a couple of issues with it but overall I think it will be a stunning watch. Unfortunately, I think it may be a little too big for me but I need to see one to know for sure. If I can pull it off it will be very tempting.

jasonbellevue · 13 April 2008, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

...I am not sure, but judging from a video showing the bezel in action (cf. rolex.com), the bezel seems to be a 60 click version instead of the current 120 clicks.
...

Hmm...now if that is true, as a diver, I fail to see the rationale behind that?

BTW, glad to see you posting again Bo.

JohnEaton · 13 April 2008, 01:49 AM

Great to have you back Bo, we all missed you...

Very good post, and I agree with you, I will purchase a DSSD or SDDS (please let's not name the 116660 a "dipsy") when available, I love the domed crystal and the maxi dial, BUT I wish that the ring lock was satin or matte with no writing, the excessive writing just seems to detract from an otherwise almost perfect watch for me. Of course, I'd also want SEA DWELLER IN RED

clbcpa · 13 April 2008, 02:07 AM

I bounce back and forth on whther I like the watch.. but I am first on the list at my AD. Hoping that a Rolex will "tour" the Dipsy and DDII this summer to the US since I am sure they wont be available for some time here..

marke · 13 April 2008, 04:16 AM

welcome back bo, and with a fantastic enterance...

JostheBoss · 13 April 2008, 04:20 AM

Welcome back Bo!! Lovely to see you back again...we all missed you! Thanks for your thoughts, we were all wondering how the new release will sit with you given your long love with th SD. I see it's struck a cord with you! We wait to see it on your wrist..

Scooby · 13 April 2008, 06:05 AM

Thanks for the very well laid out thoughts. I am of a similar opinion. The "branding" has gone a bit too far, and dial, which could have been classy and easy to read with the maxi upgrade has become way too busy. I have heard some speculate that some of the writing (ring lock system and gas escape valve) was only for the show and that it will not be there when it comes out to the public. Anything else on this thought?

Like the others, I am glad you are back Bo. Do you share the consensus here that the rest of the Rolex line introduced last week is pretty lame?

Welshwatchman · 13 April 2008, 06:07 AM

Sounds more like a dog's name to me.

Meet Bluey, Dipsey, Yachty, Platty and Cuddles.

or add Subby and Daytonary for this lot.

I'll just get my coat.

f16570 · 13 April 2008, 06:10 AM

NOt an easy call at the moment as never seen it in the flesh, but who knows when I do???????????????????????????????????????????????? ????????????????????????????

f16570 · 13 April 2008, 06:13 AM

Sounds more like a dog's name to me.

Meet Bluey, Dipsey, Yachty, Platty and Cuddles.
I have just got half a dozen new lambs and the are called..........
Bhuna, Tikka, Vindaloo, Korma, Bhalti and "wae mint sauce"

DARK_KNIGHT · 13 April 2008, 06:21 AM

I would be interested if were made in a TT /MODEL.

Baptistman · 13 April 2008, 06:38 AM

Not going to go there, imo they have spoilt an icon and indeed Rolex seem intent on slowly moving away from heritage. I'm surprised they did not tamper with the 14060M this time.

The current SD is the bees knees.

Baptistman · 13 April 2008, 06:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DARK_KNIGHT

I would be interested if were made in a TT /MODEL.

SD two tone NOOooooooOOOOOooooooOOOooooooo

fear · 13 April 2008, 07:02 AM

He's baaaaaaaccck....

Hey Bo!

mailman · 13 April 2008, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

Sounds more like a dog's name to me.

Meet Bluey, Dipsey, Yachty, Platty and Cuddles.

or add Subby and Daytonary for this lot.

I'll just get my coat.

jlwc1974 · 13 April 2008, 01:07 PM

Rolex should classify their professional models into 2 categories now : vintage (eg GMT2 master , SD , yachtmaster 1) and modern (eg GMT2-Ceramic , Deepsea, yachtmaster 2) , price difference being $3-4k , rather than totally removing the old models and replacing them with the new models ... what do u tink??

colemanitis · 13 April 2008, 01:12 PM

Welcome back, Bo!

mdtddd2007 · 13 April 2008, 01:43 PM

Great review Bo!!! Thanks...Welcome back...

Gil F. · 13 April 2008, 11:15 PM

[QUOTE=Scooby;543643]Thanks I have heard some speculate that some of the writing (ring lock system and gas escape valve) was only for the show and that it will not be there when it comes out to the public. Anything else on this thought?

QUOTE]

Now, if they didn't send the public DSSD out with the writing on the front, that would be very cool! My major objection is the busy dial and too much bling ... of course my taste isn't everyone's taste.

SPACE-DWELLER · 13 April 2008, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnEaton

(...)I'd also want SEA DWELLER IN RED

You mean like this? And maybe omit the writing on the rehaut?

(Pic from a German watch forum).

Trini · 13 April 2008, 11:25 PM

Off topic but should be said.

Forums like this one are just as much about the members as they are about the information.

Frankly the place just ain't the same without you.

Letsgodiving · 14 April 2008, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

You mean like this? And maybe omit the writing on the rehaut?

(Pic from a German watch forum).

Bo, if that was what Rolex released I think I would be helpless to resist. I can't decide whether I'm glad they didn't or not.

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13 April 2008, 12:27 AM	#33
Beef "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,824	Great review, Bo. I am also divided in my opinion of the watch. I will have to see it "up close and personal" to make a final call on it. There are many things that I really like, the domed crystal and back, the titanium components to reduce the weight. There are some I don't, the "War and Peace" inscription on the rehaut, the huge size (Humvee on the wrist.) My AD has no predictions on delivery for this or my GV, so I'll be up in the air on the Dipsy for a while. Thanks again for the great technical review. __________________ "An appeaser is one who feeds a crocodile, hoping it will eat him last." "So you have enemies. Good. You must have stood up for something, sometime in your life." Winston Churchill

13 April 2008, 01:19 AM	#35
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,320	Great review Bo. I have a couple of issues with it but overall I think it will be a stunning watch. Unfortunately, I think it may be a little too big for me but I need to see one to know for sure. If I can pull it off it will be very tempting. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

13 April 2008, 01:49 AM	#37
JohnEaton "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Eaton Location: Nome Alaska USA Watch: Red1680 metres 1st Posts: 1,869	Great to have you back Bo, we all missed you... Very good post, and I agree with you, I will purchase a DSSD or SDDS (please let's not name the 116660 a "dipsy") when available, I love the domed crystal and the maxi dial, BUT I wish that the ring lock was satin or matte with no writing, the excessive writing just seems to detract from an otherwise almost perfect watch for me. Of course, I'd also want SEA DWELLER IN RED __________________ Perfection lies not in the organic whole but in the isolated fragment

13 April 2008, 04:20 AM	#40
JostheBoss "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Jos Location: South Africa Watch: SS GMT IIc Posts: 741	Welcome back Bo!! Lovely to see you back again...we all missed you! Thanks for your thoughts, we were all wondering how the new release will sit with you given your long love with th SD. I see it's struck a cord with you! We wait to see it on your wrist.. __________________ Life isn't what it is...it's what it looks like

13 April 2008, 12:11 AM	#31
Solar "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: North America Watch: their hands, baby. Posts: 1,116	Bo, great to see you back! As always, your posting is an excellent conversation starter on one of our favourite topics, do you like Basel's new Rolex(es) or not? Personally, for the cost of the watch, I will put that watch money towards a Sub TT Bluesy. I have a Z series Sea Dweller, and that's watch enough. I'll never hit the max depth of the Z series, why would I want to pay a premium for a greater depth rating? I love the idea of the maxi dial, matte dial, new clasp and the 43 mm case, but in fact the rehaut engraving is so over the top that I'd never consider the new Dipsy. I look forward to seeing one, no worries, but for that kind of scratch--$$--I'll go for a TT watch. At close to 10 thousand dollars for a freaking watch, there had better be some precious metals in my opinion! For those who like the Dipsy, good on you and I look forward to seeing the wrist shots! Again Bo, glad to have you posting! Best, Chris

13 April 2008, 02:07 AM	#38
clbcpa "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: georgia Watch: 5508 Posts: 759	I bounce back and forth on whther I like the watch.. but I am first on the list at my AD. Hoping that a Rolex will "tour" the Dipsy and DDII this summer to the US since I am sure they wont be available for some time here..

13 April 2008, 04:16 AM	#39
marke Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mark Location: UK Nationwide... Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,842	welcome back bo, and with a fantastic enterance...

13 April 2008, 06:05 AM	#41
Scooby Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Darren Location: Virginia, USA Watch: GMT Posts: 923	Thanks for the very well laid out thoughts. I am of a similar opinion. The "branding" has gone a bit too far, and dial, which could have been classy and easy to read with the maxi upgrade has become way too busy. I have heard some speculate that some of the writing (ring lock system and gas escape valve) was only for the show and that it will not be there when it comes out to the public. Anything else on this thought? Like the others, I am glad you are back Bo. Do you share the consensus here that the rest of the Rolex line introduced last week is pretty lame?

13 April 2008, 06:07 AM	#42
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	Sounds more like a dog's name to me. Meet Bluey, Dipsey, Yachty, Platty and Cuddles. or add Subby and Daytonary for this lot. I'll just get my coat. __________________ ..33

13 April 2008, 06:10 AM	#43
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	NOt an easy call at the moment as never seen it in the flesh, but who knows when I do???????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????? __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

13 April 2008, 06:13 AM	#44
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Sounds more like a dog's name to me. Meet Bluey, Dipsey, Yachty, Platty and Cuddles. I have just got half a dozen new lambs and the are called.......... Bhuna, Tikka, Vindaloo, Korma, Bhalti and "wae mint sauce" __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

13 April 2008, 06:21 AM	#45
DARK_KNIGHT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Jack Location: Dothan Watch: Cartier Posts: 1,236	I would be interested if were made in a TT /MODEL.

13 April 2008, 06:38 AM	#46
Baptistman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Posts: 2,405	Not going to go there, imo they have spoilt an icon and indeed Rolex seem intent on slowly moving away from heritage. I'm surprised they did not tamper with the 14060M this time. The current SD is the bees knees. __________________ Whatever the watch, it's your wrist, it speaks to you, enjoy it

13 April 2008, 07:02 AM	#48
fear "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Mililani, Oahu Posts: 1,307	He's baaaaaaaccck.... Hey Bo!

13 April 2008, 01:07 PM	#50
jlwc1974 Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Singapore Posts: 86	Rolex should classify their professional models into 2 categories now : vintage (eg GMT2 master , SD , yachtmaster 1) and modern (eg GMT2-Ceramic , Deepsea, yachtmaster 2) , price difference being $3-4k , rather than totally removing the old models and replacing them with the new models ... what do u tink??

13 April 2008, 01:12 PM	#51
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	Welcome back, Bo! __________________ Member #471

13 April 2008, 01:43 PM	#52
mdtddd2007 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,795	Great review Bo!!! Thanks...Welcome back...

13 April 2008, 11:15 PM	#53
Gil F. Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Gil Location: NC Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 432	[QUOTE=Scooby;543643]Thanks I have heard some speculate that some of the writing (ring lock system and gas escape valve) was only for the show and that it will not be there when it comes out to the public. Anything else on this thought? QUOTE] Now, if they didn't send the public DSSD out with the writing on the front, that would be very cool! My major objection is the busy dial and too much bling ... of course my taste isn't everyone's taste.

13 April 2008, 11:25 PM	#55
Trini Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Caribbean Posts: 117	Off topic but should be said. Forums like this one are just as much about the members as they are about the information. Frankly the place just ain't the same without you.

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