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Flybak · 4 July 2018, 01:03 PM

I've had my SD43 for a few months and it's taken up the majority of my wrist time since then.

The watch is a very well-proportioned, good-looking dive watch that feels as robust as it looks. Key things I like best:

1) Versatility - I wear it with and think it looks good with everything from a suit to shorts.

2) Great timekeeping. Generally about -1 sec/day using WatchCheck. I've done this a few times with similar results over a few weeks at a time just for the fun of it...yes, I'm a nerd like that. Within COSC timing would be more than sufficient, but it is nice to see the 3235 movement operating within the +/- 2 sec/day Superlative Chronometer standards Rolex advertises.

3) That dial. Does it ever change with different light conditions! And summer definitely brings out the best in this respect.

Here are a few pictures I've taken over the past week or so. They still don't capture it as well as in person but they're the best I could do with my phone.

Enjoy!!

brandrea · 4 July 2018, 01:06 PM

It’s a real beauty, good to see you’re enjoying it

.

It’s my favorite Rolex diver too

cop414 · 4 July 2018, 01:09 PM

Looks great! What’s your wrist size?

Flybak · 4 July 2018, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

It’s a real beauty, good to see you’re enjoying it

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It’s my favorite Rolex diver too

Brian, I probably look like I've got OCD to people for how often I look at the time!

Flybak · 4 July 2018, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by cop414

Looks great! What’s your wrist size?

Thanks!

It's about 7 inches...with the heat probably slightly larger these days.

Al1969 · 4 July 2018, 01:23 PM

Looks great!

yannis · 4 July 2018, 01:27 PM

I agree as it has taken the majority of my wrist time too.

c41006 · 4 July 2018, 01:28 PM

Very nice

TeddyS · 4 July 2018, 01:38 PM

I wear mine constantly and have since I got it. It’s perfect for me.

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Flybak · 4 July 2018, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Al1969

Looks great!

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by yannis

I agree as it has taken the majority of my wrist time too.

I find I miss it more than I thought I would when rotating.

Quote:

Originally Posted by c41006

Very nice

Flybak · 4 July 2018, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TeddyS

I wear mine constantly and have since I got it. It’s perfect for me.

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Nice pic!

crazycarlitos · 4 July 2018, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yannis

I agree as it has taken the majority of my wrist time too.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flybak

I find I miss it more than I thought I would when rotating.

Ditto

I sorta miss it when I wear other watches.

mickyd329 · 4 July 2018, 04:26 PM

Mine is a daily too. It's perfect for any occasion..

Devildog · 4 July 2018, 05:14 PM

Yep. Agree 100%.

Mine is my favourite Rolex I’ve owned

Rashid.bk · 4 July 2018, 05:30 PM

Those sunlight photos are beautiful. Really shows off the matte dial.

faz · 4 July 2018, 06:56 PM

Beautiful watch. I am still keeping it in the box, worrying that once I start to wear it, I won’t be wanting to wear anything else. Kinda like saving the best for the last. The dial, the red, the large bezel, minute makers all around ... one sweet combination.

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Cru Jones · 4 July 2018, 06:57 PM

Flier · 4 July 2018, 07:10 PM

Each time i see this i regret getting the 116010
And there was one available then

brandrea · 4 July 2018, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flybak

Brian, I probably look like I've got OCD to people for how often I look at the time!

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Rashid.bk · 4 July 2018, 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by faz

Beautiful watch. I am still keeping it in the box, worrying that once I start to wear it, I won’t be wanting to wear anything else. Kinda like saving the best for the last. The dial, the red, the large bezel, minute makers all around ... one sweet combination.

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Life is too short. Wear it and enjoy the honeymoon, in time you'll want to enjoy the others as well. You're fortunate to have a collection, celebrate it.

Kelex · 4 July 2018, 08:55 PM

very nice

ccaballero · 4 July 2018, 08:55 PM

Great watch. I agree with all points made. Wear it in good health.

1William · 4 July 2018, 09:06 PM

I have owned a SD43 for over a year and find it to be the ultimate Rolex Diver. I like the size, bezel, dial, red text and even the cyclops. It could be a one and only.

travisb · 4 July 2018, 09:18 PM

Easy to see why it takes up so much wrist time. Enjoy it!

WAK4 · 4 July 2018, 09:28 PM

My favorite! Enjoy

samson66 · 4 July 2018, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazycarlitos

Ditto

I sorta miss it when I wear other watches.

I feel the same way, know exactly what you mean. My DJII just doesn't have the same wow factor.

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watchmework · 4 July 2018, 10:28 PM

I feel the same way, my SD43 has been my daily since I picked it up a few months ago. I don’t have a Rolex collection yet but I love strapping this thing on my wrist every morning, far better than the Sub I had prior. To me it’s the perfect Rolex diver and I couldn’t be happier with it...it feels very special as well with the 50th anniversary.

GT500 · 4 July 2018, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

I have owned a SD43 for over a year and find it to be the ultimate Rolex Diver. I like the size, bezel, dial, red text and even the cyclops. It could be a one and only.

My exact thoughts

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MickCollins1916 · 5 July 2018, 12:10 AM

Couldn’t agree more...great watch! Enjoy it.

colonelpurple · 5 July 2018, 12:35 AM

lovely watch

how thin is it ?
and how heavy is it (can you compare to any other Rolex watches, e.g. sub, explorer II 42, DJ, etc.)

4 July 2018, 01:03 PM	#1
Flybak "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Canada Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 1,606	My SD43 is a daily option I've had my SD43 for a few months and it's taken up the majority of my wrist time since then. The watch is a very well-proportioned, good-looking dive watch that feels as robust as it looks. Key things I like best: 1) Versatility - I wear it with and think it looks good with everything from a suit to shorts. 2) Great timekeeping. Generally about -1 sec/day using WatchCheck. I've done this a few times with similar results over a few weeks at a time just for the fun of it...yes, I'm a nerd like that. Within COSC timing would be more than sufficient, but it is nice to see the 3235 movement operating within the +/- 2 sec/day Superlative Chronometer standards Rolex advertises. 3) That dial. Does it ever change with different light conditions! And summer definitely brings out the best in this respect. Here are a few pictures I've taken over the past week or so. They still don't capture it as well as in person but they're the best I could do with my phone. Enjoy!! Attached Images

4 July 2018, 01:06 PM	#2
brandrea 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 79,605	It’s a real beauty, good to see you’re enjoying it. It’s my favorite Rolex diver too

4 July 2018, 01:09 PM	#3
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,808	Looks great! What’s your wrist size? __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Night Club Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

4 July 2018, 01:23 PM	#6
Al1969 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,656	Looks great! __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

4 July 2018, 01:27 PM	#7
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	I agree as it has taken the majority of my wrist time too. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

4 July 2018, 01:28 PM	#8
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	Very nice

4 July 2018, 01:38 PM	#9
TeddyS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Teddy Location: London U.K. Watch: sea-dweller 126600 Posts: 670	I wear mine constantly and have since I got it. It’s perfect for me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 July 2018, 04:26 PM	#13
mickyd329 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Socal Watch: AP/PP/Rolex Posts: 2,119	Mine is a daily too. It's perfect for any occasion.. __________________ PP 5205G-013/ PP 5212A / AP 26240CE / AP 15416CE /26574 st QP/ AP 50th 16202st /AP 15500st Black / AP 26405CE / AP 77350CE / AP 15551st / AP 67540sk / Rolex 116500 Panda / Rolex 126710 BLRO / Rolex 126610LV Green / Rolex 16570 Black/ Rolex 116300 Blue / Rolex 126710 BLNR / Rolex 126710 GRNR

4 July 2018, 05:14 PM	#14
Devildog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: UK Watch: ^^^ for now Posts: 5,833	Yep. Agree 100%. Mine is my favourite Rolex I’ve owned __________________ Past: 6239 (yes, I know...), 16610, 16600, 116515, 116613LN, 126600, 126711 CHNR Present: 16600, 116509, Cartier Santos Green.

4 July 2018, 05:30 PM	#15
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,176	Those sunlight photos are beautiful. Really shows off the matte dial.

4 July 2018, 06:56 PM	#16
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: California Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,689	Beautiful watch. I am still keeping it in the box, worrying that once I start to wear it, I won’t be wanting to wear anything else. Kinda like saving the best for the last. The dial, the red, the large bezel, minute makers all around ... one sweet combination. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

4 July 2018, 06:57 PM	#17
Cru Jones 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 35,612

4 July 2018, 07:10 PM	#18
Flier Banned Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Cy Watch: ROLEX Posts: 516	Each time i see this i regret getting the 116010 And there was one available then

4 July 2018, 08:55 PM	#21
Kelex Banned Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: USA Posts: 135	very nice

4 July 2018, 08:55 PM	#22
ccaballero "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Florida Watch: None Posts: 646	Great watch. I agree with all points made. Wear it in good health.

4 July 2018, 09:06 PM	#23
1William 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 48,646	I have owned a SD43 for over a year and find it to be the ultimate Rolex Diver. I like the size, bezel, dial, red text and even the cyclops. It could be a one and only. Attached Images

4 July 2018, 09:18 PM	#24
travisb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,820	Easy to see why it takes up so much wrist time. Enjoy it!

4 July 2018, 09:28 PM	#25
WAK4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: .. Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,177	My favorite! Enjoy

4 July 2018, 10:28 PM	#27
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	I feel the same way, my SD43 has been my daily since I picked it up a few months ago. I don’t have a Rolex collection yet but I love strapping this thing on my wrist every morning, far better than the Sub I had prior. To me it’s the perfect Rolex diver and I couldn’t be happier with it...it feels very special as well with the 50th anniversary.

5 July 2018, 12:10 AM	#29
MickCollins1916 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Bill Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: 116600 SD4K Posts: 3,323	Couldn’t agree more...great watch! Enjoy it.

5 July 2018, 12:35 AM	#30
colonelpurple "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: London Posts: 460	lovely watch how thin is it ? and how heavy is it (can you compare to any other Rolex watches, e.g. sub, explorer II 42, DJ, etc.)

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