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J. Martin Tensuan · 7 August 2008, 10:08 PM

Flipped my 45.5mm PO for an SD.

I acquired my PO in March 2007 as a gift to myself for making partner. However, my buddy offered me his Z series SD, acquired in September 2007.I must admit that I was unsure at first if I was willing to let go of my PO. As some of you may know, I recently flipped a Speedy Automatic for an LE Patch Moon Watch so I was hesitant to make another switch so soon.

However, the fact that the SD has been discontinued made me crave all the more for it. After having read here in TRF many reviews about the SD, as well as some comparisons between the PO and the SD, I eventually decided to go for the SD.

While I will miss my PO, I am consoled by the fact that its new owner will take good care of it, and look forward to wearing the SD for a long, long time!

Trurolexer · 7 August 2008, 10:11 PM

Very Brilliant Decision!!!

buz-lh · 7 August 2008, 10:19 PM

I think you made a great decision. Congratulations.

Brcmpbl · 7 August 2008, 11:17 PM

Best decision ever.

toph · 7 August 2008, 11:18 PM

yeah good decision. wish you health to wear it

Tareg · 7 August 2008, 11:19 PM

Great decision, I believe the SD is the Rolex watch that stays truest to it's 'tool' heritage.

JPS · 7 August 2008, 11:25 PM

You totally made the right choice.

I had 2 PO's and thought they were absolutely brilliant. That is until I got looking at Rolex's and in more details, the Sea-Dweller. The PO's left and a brand new SD came in. Unbelieveable watch with such a clean dial and so much history.

This watch is going to be a collector's piece for sure!

Jonathan

ashu2289 · 8 August 2008, 03:18 AM

Congratulations on your excellent and wise decision

mfer · 8 August 2008, 03:20 AM

Very Nice! For some reasons, the PO just don't do it for me. Really the only one that I really want is the speedy. Love that sandwich sub dials.

DSJ · 8 August 2008, 03:22 AM

This is a decision you will NOT regret.

f16570 · 8 August 2008, 03:23 AM

Great choice, easy call. Wear in good health.

kcmo · 8 August 2008, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

This is a decision you will NOT regret.

X 2!

Congrats!

Tools · 8 August 2008, 05:17 AM

You made the right choice for the long run.

The PO looks great, but with that coating on the outside of the crystal, eventually it will scratch and scuff and lose it's clarity. The SD will stay sharp.

Plus, it's a Rolex...how cool is that !!!

mickeydainish · 8 August 2008, 05:59 AM

you go boy.... that is an awsome decision.... the SD is a gr8 watch and you wont be dissapointed... :-)

SLS · 8 August 2008, 08:24 AM

You will love the SD, Congrats!
~Scott

GBJIV · 8 August 2008, 08:33 AM

No Brainer on that one.... I think it is a unanimous thumbs up!

DS/B MINI S · 8 August 2008, 10:15 AM

Congrats on the SD

You made the correct decision

Dan Pierce · 8 August 2008, 10:18 AM

Great decision, partner.

dP

CKay · 8 August 2008, 10:46 AM

Congrats, you have made a great decision IMHO. The SD will go up in value for sure. Wear it in good health!

Duc-904 · 8 August 2008, 11:30 AM

Can't go wrong with that choice, congrats!

haakon59 · 8 August 2008, 11:31 AM

I think owning the "older" model Sea Dweller will be a good addition to your collection--congratulations, I hope you enjoy it.

J. Martin Tensuan · 8 August 2008, 12:25 PM

Thanks everyone! I sure would not have made my decision without reading your posts about the SD and the PO as I value all your opinions and suggestions. This is why I feel privileged to be a member of TRF.

The SD will indeed be a keeper.

Thanks again and wisihing you all the best!

J. Martin Tensuan · 8 August 2008, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thanks A Lot

whats a PO?

"PO" stands for Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean.

JJ Irani · 8 August 2008, 06:48 PM

I owned a Planet Ocean some years ago.....but got tired of its bulk and weight after 3 months and got rid of it!! Good move on your part!!

pwrslider · 8 August 2008, 09:09 PM

Great trade!! Well done!

lordcon · 8 August 2008, 09:29 PM

Great choice, and it seems I wasn't the only one to do that. I flipped my 42mm PO towards a new SD about 5 months ago, and it hasn't left my wrist since. I fantasized buying a 16600 for a long time, but ultimately purchased the Omega because of the price difference. The PO is a fantastic timepiece don't get me wrong, but i always had the feeling in the back of my mind that it wasn't what I really wanted...I was just trying to fill a void for a watch that I didn't think I could afford. After wearing the PO for almost a year, i realized that I was just delaying the inevitable and that "temporary satisfaction" was wasted money. I just bit the bullet and upgraded....definitely did not regret it!

J. Martin Tensuan · 8 August 2008, 11:07 PM

Thanks, guys!

Dubai · 8 August 2008, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trurolexer

Very Brilliant Decision!!!

x2

beamon · 9 August 2008, 12:40 AM

Now, go to a good active Omega forum (e.g. WUS) and see what the feedback is.

I like the SD and may well buy the 16600 soon, but the PO is equally satisfying to its adherents. There's horses for courses.

little jack · 13 August 2008, 06:17 AM

I have 42mm Blk on Blk PO that I bought with the bracelet. I now have it on the OEM rubber strap. I find it very comfortable, almost to the point where I forget I have it on. I also own a Sub no-date. Granted, its not an SD but its as close as I can afford. I love my Rolex for its history and it's iconic status, and it most certainly edges out my Omega as far as favorites are concerned, buy I do dig the PO. I consider both these boys my "Bonds".

7 August 2008, 10:08 PM	#1
J. Martin Tensuan Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 92	Flipped my PO for an SD Flipped my 45.5mm PO for an SD. I acquired my PO in March 2007 as a gift to myself for making partner. However, my buddy offered me his Z series SD, acquired in September 2007.I must admit that I was unsure at first if I was willing to let go of my PO. As some of you may know, I recently flipped a Speedy Automatic for an LE Patch Moon Watch so I was hesitant to make another switch so soon. However, the fact that the SD has been discontinued made me crave all the more for it. After having read here in TRF many reviews about the SD, as well as some comparisons between the PO and the SD, I eventually decided to go for the SD. While I will miss my PO, I am consoled by the fact that its new owner will take good care of it, and look forward to wearing the SD for a long, long time!

7 August 2008, 10:19 PM	#3
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	I think you made a great decision. Congratulations. __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

7 August 2008, 11:18 PM	#5
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	yeah good decision. wish you health to wear it __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

8 August 2008, 03:18 AM	#8
ashu2289 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Ashutosh Location: Rochester NY Watch: Daytonas,SD Posts: 2,342	Congratulations on your excellent and wise decision __________________ Everything becomes nothing after ROLEX 116520 SS Daytona White Dial 116520 SS Daytona Black Dial 116523 18K&SS Daytona Slate Dial 16600 Sea-Dweller 16710 GMT Master II Pepsi Bezel 16613 18K&SS Submariner Blue Dial 116660 Deepsea Sea-Dweller

8 August 2008, 03:20 AM	#9
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Very Nice! For some reasons, the PO just don't do it for me. Really the only one that I really want is the speedy. Love that sandwich sub dials. __________________ member#3242

7 August 2008, 10:11 PM	#2
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Very Brilliant Decision!!!

7 August 2008, 11:17 PM	#4
Brcmpbl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Calgary, Canada Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 164	Best decision ever.

7 August 2008, 11:19 PM	#6
Tareg "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: LNDN/Turks&Caicos Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 212	Great decision, I believe the SD is the Rolex watch that stays truest to it's 'tool' heritage.

7 August 2008, 11:25 PM	#7
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,359	You totally made the right choice. I had 2 PO's and thought they were absolutely brilliant. That is until I got looking at Rolex's and in more details, the Sea-Dweller. The PO's left and a brand new SD came in. Unbelieveable watch with such a clean dial and so much history. This watch is going to be a collector's piece for sure! Jonathan

8 August 2008, 03:22 AM	#10
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	This is a decision you will NOT regret. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

8 August 2008, 03:23 AM	#11
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Great choice, easy call. Wear in good health. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

8 August 2008, 05:17 AM	#13
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,494	You made the right choice for the long run. The PO looks great, but with that coating on the outside of the crystal, eventually it will scratch and scuff and lose it's clarity. The SD will stay sharp. Plus, it's a Rolex...how cool is that !!! __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

8 August 2008, 05:59 AM	#14
mickeydainish Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Michael Location: LaLa Land Watch: Sub Date 16610 Posts: 1,757	you go boy.... that is an awsome decision.... the SD is a gr8 watch and you wont be dissapointed... :-)

8 August 2008, 08:24 AM	#15
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	You will love the SD, Congrats! ~Scott

8 August 2008, 08:33 AM	#16
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	No Brainer on that one.... I think it is a unanimous thumbs up! __________________ Jackson

8 August 2008, 10:15 AM	#17
DS/B MINI S "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Charlotte NC Watch: SD & Exp II Posts: 961	Congrats on the SD You made the correct decision __________________ 16600 Sea-Dweller 16570 Explorer II (White Dial)

8 August 2008, 10:18 AM	#18
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,175	Great decision, partner. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

8 August 2008, 10:46 AM	#19
CKay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Singapore Posts: 467	Congrats, you have made a great decision IMHO. The SD will go up in value for sure. Wear it in good health!

8 August 2008, 11:30 AM	#20
Duc-904 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Jesse Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 1,001	Can't go wrong with that choice, congrats!

8 August 2008, 11:31 AM	#21
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	I think owning the "older" model Sea Dweller will be a good addition to your collection--congratulations, I hope you enjoy it.

8 August 2008, 12:25 PM	#22
J. Martin Tensuan Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 92	Thanks everyone! I sure would not have made my decision without reading your posts about the SD and the PO as I value all your opinions and suggestions. This is why I feel privileged to be a member of TRF. The SD will indeed be a keeper. Thanks again and wisihing you all the best!

8 August 2008, 06:48 PM	#24
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	I owned a Planet Ocean some years ago.....but got tired of its bulk and weight after 3 months and got rid of it!! Good move on your part!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

8 August 2008, 09:09 PM	#25
pwrslider "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: SF BAY AREA CA Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 3,047	Great trade!! Well done! __________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner (95) Rolex SS GMT IIc (08) Rolex GMT II 16710 COKE (08 for me..) Rolex Explorer II Blk (91) Breitling SuperOcean Steelfish (07) Panerai 104 & 177ti ( 04/03)

8 August 2008, 09:29 PM	#26
lordcon "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Jason Location: MD, USA Watch: 16600 SD_Z serial Posts: 309	Great choice, and it seems I wasn't the only one to do that. I flipped my 42mm PO towards a new SD about 5 months ago, and it hasn't left my wrist since. I fantasized buying a 16600 for a long time, but ultimately purchased the Omega because of the price difference. The PO is a fantastic timepiece don't get me wrong, but i always had the feeling in the back of my mind that it wasn't what I really wanted...I was just trying to fill a void for a watch that I didn't think I could afford. After wearing the PO for almost a year, i realized that I was just delaying the inevitable and that "temporary satisfaction" was wasted money. I just bit the bullet and upgraded....definitely did not regret it!

8 August 2008, 11:07 PM	#27
J. Martin Tensuan Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 92	Thanks, guys!

9 August 2008, 12:40 AM	#29
beamon Retired Join Date: May 2008 Location: Southern AZ, USA Posts: 87	Now, go to a good active Omega forum (e.g. WUS) and see what the feedback is. I like the SD and may well buy the 16600 soon, but the PO is equally satisfying to its adherents. There's horses for courses.

13 August 2008, 06:17 AM	#30
little jack Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Colorado Posts: 82	I have 42mm Blk on Blk PO that I bought with the bracelet. I now have it on the OEM rubber strap. I find it very comfortable, almost to the point where I forget I have it on. I also own a Sub no-date. Granted, its not an SD but its as close as I can afford. I love my Rolex for its history and it's iconic status, and it most certainly edges out my Omega as far as favorites are concerned, buy I do dig the PO. I consider both these boys my "Bonds".

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