DSSD Haters Secretly Rejoicing Deepsea Blue?

[SubGunner]

A week ago Rolex teased everyone on their homepage with the mysterious August 4th launch date. Now the Rolex community is shocked with the Deepsea Blue's arrival. I must say, I have never seen so much activity on a controversial watch in my life. It almost seems like a new found respect is found for the DSSD, which I am glad.

I have to admit, I too am fascinated with its arrival. Since I already have the DSSD, I will not be purchasing. Had the DSSD Blue been available, I really cannot say that I would have chosen it over the DSSD. To be quite honest, I find the text on the standard DSSD to be a better balance than the way the dial is presented.

It almost seems like the dial is too "busy" with having the DEEPSEA on the bottom. Omega did a similar change on their newer Seamaster line by rearranging the text on the dial. I am quite happy with the way the PO is laid out below, which makes the dial text uniform and proportional; similar to the DSSD.

I am also not crazy at all about the Green color. This is the primary reason I bought my PO with a standard black dial/bezel. After 7 years of ownership, I can't say I would be all too happy had I gone with the Orange model.

I will say, the Blue dial is an excellent change for Rolex. Since I have a PO, I am already used to the bluish AR coating on the crystal. I imagine that's exactly the way the DSSD dial will now look. That's a welcome change in my opinion. With the addition to the line, this will sure be the revitalizing factor for the DSSD that Rolex was hoping for.

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by SubGunner

I must say, I have never seen so much activity on a controversial watch in my life.

Well, the YMII caused quite a stir when it first came out. Some called it the ClownMaster, because of the colors. Now it's one of the most popular Rolex watches.

There have been many dust ups over previous releases that makes this one seem tame.

If the DSSD D-Blue suffers from any excesses, they have nothing to do with the dial.

Having seen some pictures that are in natural light and more life-size, I have to say that the dial looks quite tasteful, even the green text.

I, of course, will have to wait until my AD gets one in stock, which I think will take some time, as we are not considered a big market out here in NM.

[WWC]

Seriously!? the YM II one of the most popular Rolex watches?

[onlysteel]

I do not think so. The size of the DSSD is still huge and the bracelet still looks tiny compared to the case. So changing the color of the dial will not fix those issues.

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by WWC

Seriously!? the YM II one of the most popular Rolex watches?

Okay. It's a Rolex that is building a following and is no longer the object of rampant ridicule.

Is that better?

For someone who's posted 358 posts in four years, you must have been roused by my assessment.

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[redsubby]

Originally Posted by onlysteel

I do not think so. The size of the DSSD is still huge and the bracelet still looks tiny compared to the case. So changing the color of the dial will not fix those issues.

A wider bracelet would make the watch uncomfortable to wear.
Current bracelet is good with me.

[WWC]

I'll say the Sky dweller is the most popular Rolex the day I reach 14k posts, at least I guess I get the right to say so

[GermanyMatt]

I think we've sufficiently discussed the new DSSD.

Next subject..

[mike]

Originally Posted by GermanyMatt

I think we've sufficiently discussed the new DSSD.

Next subject..

I think we'll let the forum decide what to discuss.

[Singslinger]

IMO the new blue dial Deepsea is simply an addition to the Rolex lineup that means customers have wider choice.

We have a GMT 2 that comes with either a black bezel/green 24 hr hand in steel; blue/black bezel with blue 24hr hand; steel and gold; and full yellow gold with choice of black or green dials.

As for the Sub, it comes in many forms - all green, all black, with or without date, steel and gold, white or yellow gold.

Ditto for the Daytona, Milgauss, YM and YM2.

So why not a variation on the Deepsea? There will be some who like the blue over black, others the other way around. More choice is better than no choice, IMHO.

[applebook]

Originally Posted by onlysteel

I do not think so. The size of the DSSD is still huge and the bracelet still looks tiny compared to the case. So changing the color of the dial will not fix those issues.

A color change isn't beautifying something whose case, dial, and proportions aren't appealing.

[applebook]

Originally Posted by redsubby

A wider bracelet would make the watch uncomfortable to wear.
Current bracelet is good with me.

Have you tried 22mm bracelets like IWC's Aquatimer bracelet? It's pretty comfortable.

For those who think that a wider bracelet might be too heavy, it actually balances out better with the heavy watch case.

[DCgator]

I do like the new look of the DSSD, but will stick to my original all black version...

[Rolexpharm]

The DSSD is a beautiful marvel of technology IMHO. It can go as deep as the depth of the final resting place of the Titanic and it is still comfortable on the wrist. I own one and had previously owned a Sub. The upgrades I believe are well worth the extra price. You have a thicker crystal, thicker case, titanium case back, glide lock clasp, divers extension and nearly 13x depth rating. This new DSDB is the same great technological marvel but I believe they should've just made the gradient not on the dial but making the bezel blue and the face black with the green lettering. I actually like the green lettering it really makes it pop and shows it's really a special edition.

[HL65]

Originally Posted by Rolexpharm

The DSSD is a beautiful marvel of technology IMHO. It can go as deep as the depth of the final resting place of the Titanic and it is still comfortable on the wrist. I own one and had previously owned a Sub. The upgrades I believe are well worth the extra price. You have a thicker crystal, thicker case, titanium case back, glide lock clasp, divers extension and nearly 13x depth rating. This new DSDB is the same great technological marvel but I believe they should've just made the gradient not on the dial but making the bezel blue and the face black with the green lettering. I actually like the green lettering it really makes it pop and shows it's really a special edition.

The gradient dial makes this watch for me! I was never a big fan of DSSD but alas with this dial it is superb and glad Rolex has a brilliant design team. My hats off to Rolex and cheers for a wonderful design!

[Tseg]

Originally Posted by onlysteel

I do not think so. The size of the DSSD is still huge and the bracelet still looks tiny compared to the case. So changing the color of the dial will not fix those issues.

I have a 16mm tall diver and find it massive and top heavy (but it looks good ). With the DSSD does it wear better from a balance perspective being even 2mm taller? I hear criticism about it being big but not sure I hear a lot of complaints about how it balances on the wrist (or is someone who dropped $13K on a huge unbalanced watch likely to keep such things quiet? ).

[masterserg]

Originally Posted by HL65

The gradient dial makes this watch for me! I was never a big fan of DSSD but alas with this dial it is superb and glad Rolex has a brilliant design team. My hats off to Rolex and cheers for a wonderful design!

Does this mean what I think it does?

[GermanyMatt]

Originally Posted by mike

I think we'll let the forum decide what to discuss.

a thumbs down!!! How could you!?!

[Mystro]

I don't like the balance of the DSSD in general. I don't like the ridiculous amount of wording on the DSSD. The new color does nothing for me. The Hollywood movie promotional is shameless, cheapens the brand and makes it a epic mistake.

[anothernewphone]

...And here I am thinking a 116610 is too big for my wrist.

[watchwatcher]

I kind of like it.

[michel33]

The Sea-dweller was one of the rare "pure" tool-watch left in the Rolex Sport line along with the Explo I and II: No precious metal and no fancy/trendy/colored dial. No major modification that is not imposed by functionality purposes.

There were Double red Sea-dwellers but never produced at the same time as the white ones, and it was absolutely not an aesthetic choice offered to the customer, and it was a minor (imho) visual difference compared to this new gradient SDDS dial.

Now there is this new trendy version of the watch, that one can purchase just like one buys a Submariner LV Ceramic. To each their own but not exclusively a pure tool watch anymore….. The end of an era….

There are just the Explo I and II left in this category. Until when?

[handsfull]

Owned the DSSD when it was released. Tried every possibility to make it work on a 7.5 wrist....year and half later = sold it.

Same reasons as everyone else's....bracelet taper too drastic, case too tall (thick if you want to be vague-LOL), case lug-to-lug dimension way too long. Looks awesome, but wears awful.

[Micha]

Quote:
Originally Posted by GermanyMatt
I think we've sufficiently discussed the new DSSD.

Next subject..

Originally Posted by mike

I think we'll let the forum decide what to discuss.

Thank you Mike

[HogwldFLTR]

For me the watch is still in a word (or two), too wordy.

[Oyster Al]

Originally Posted by handsfull

Owned the DSSD when it was released. Tried every possibility to make it work on a 7.5 wrist....year and half later = sold it.

Same reasons as everyone else's....bracelet taper too drastic, case too tall (thick if you want to be vague-LOL), case lug-to-lug dimension way too long. Looks awesome, but wears awful.

Unfortunately........exactly.

[simongpaez]

Not a hater, Love the new one, too big? maybe but still looks amazing.

[WAK4]

Originally Posted by HL65

The gradient dial makes this watch for me! I was never a big fan of DSSD but alas with this dial it is superb and glad Rolex has a brilliant design team. My hats off to Rolex and cheers for a wonderful design!

Agreed...I think. Will know once I see it in person. The real life pics being posted have sold me more so than the promo stuff from Rolex.

But I also see it as an excuse to have both the SD-C and DeepSea now...not that I couldn't before, but now in my own mind I can possibly justify it.

[stevedssd]

Those who hate the DSSD have another reason to do so. I'll keep on loving it as both dials are great IMHO

[seand442]

I have never been a fan of the SDDS, mainly because of the "Original Gas Escape Valve" and "Ring Lock System". Without that cheesy advertising, I might be inclined to like it. While I don't like the neon green Deepsea, I might be able to live with that on the new dial.