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JPS · 21 August 2023, 01:21 AM

Quick question, what would you choose between the Sky-Dweller (steel) or the two tone Rootbeer?

HogwldFLTR · 21 August 2023, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JPS

Quick question, what would you choose between the Sky-Dweller (steel) or the two tone Rootbeer?

Actually I just had the choice between the Sky-Dweller in YG on OF or a full gold Rootbeer. The Sky-Dweller one out for sheer appearance.

rrags · 21 August 2023, 01:26 AM

I have both. Would be a hard choice but SkyD would win out for me.

enjoythemusic · 21 August 2023, 01:34 AM

What's your wrist size? The SkyD has more heft to it. Added bonus, you can have both Jubilee and Oyster bracelets for SkyD.

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Robf52 · 21 August 2023, 03:10 AM

Have the 126711CHNR but craving the blue SkyD.

Mystro · 21 August 2023, 03:13 AM

The Sky Dweller movement is in another league. The CHNR is a very warm and rich sporty watch. It may boil down to the look of the ceramic or fluted bezel. The CHNR by design will take more daily abuse if that matters.

jbsmith · 21 August 2023, 03:15 AM

SS Skyd (i personally prefer jubilee with mint or blue dial) gets my vote. I'm not a big fan of two tone. Personal preference though.

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Megster · 21 August 2023, 03:32 AM

If you have difficulty reading the time at a glance > Rootbeer Ref 126711CHNR

If you have a 20/20 vision or pilot's vision > Sky-Dweller Blue dial 326934 on the Oystersteel bracelet

Pop Art Suzy · 21 August 2023, 03:42 AM

Not a SkyD fan, so I choose the Root Beer.

pedersenkl · 21 August 2023, 03:43 AM

Have a CHNR. It is a beauty. Definitely will feel one class in luxury higher than standard SS. For the average wrist, it may fit more as it is smaller than SkyD. With that said, I’m after a SkyD…as I love the complication and need a fluted/jubilee.

SilverKast · 21 August 2023, 04:00 AM

I have a CHNR, but I never wear it since I got it. I'd much prefer a Sky Dweller - it's actually next on my want list if I can get a blue, jubilee SD.

JPS · 21 August 2023, 04:39 AM

Great responses

B2 Stealth · 21 August 2023, 09:15 AM

Sky-Dweller is far superior to the CHNR I sold. 42mm hits my sweet spot and is higher horology. But, I admit, only the BLRO appeals to me as a GMT as I've sold both my CHNR and BLNR.
Yes, I realize the Sky-Dweller is a GMT as is my polar ExplorerII. But when comparing the pilot GMTs only the BLRO is my grail.

DoctorA · 21 August 2023, 10:45 AM

Sky dweller! The most complicated rolex!!

fskywalker · 21 August 2023, 10:50 AM

Rootbeer

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Kenny G · 21 August 2023, 10:50 AM

I’m going SkyD here but of course it would depend on wrist size. This would be assuming a wrist of 7’’ or greater. If not, the GMT MII will fit better.

vipereaper30 · 21 August 2023, 12:11 PM

Sky-Dweller is the better of the two for me. I've had both the TT and full gold versions of the CHNR and also full gold and stainless steel versions of the Sky-Dweller. The all gold Sky D was a little too heavy, so the full gold GMT wins out there. But in steel the Sky D is the best watch Rolex makes and wears really well on the wrist.

JPS · 21 August 2023, 05:03 PM

Rootbeer taking it at this point

boltz · 21 August 2023, 05:32 PM

Rootbeer.

Old Expat Beast · 21 August 2023, 05:56 PM

Rootbeer. I can't get on with that little timezone subdial on the SD. To me it looks like a concept that was originally discarded in the 1950s in favour of the more intuitive GMT-Master design.

brandrea · 21 August 2023, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Rootbeer. I can't get on with that little timezone subdial on the SD. To me it looks like a concept that was originally discarded in the 1950s in favour of the more intuitive GMT-Master design.

travisb · 21 August 2023, 07:53 PM

SkyDweller but would choose the GMT if it were all SS.

1William · 21 August 2023, 09:24 PM

Sky-Dweller. The Root Beer is great but I am not a fan of RG for me.

OG1982 · 21 August 2023, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JPS

Quick question, what would you choose between the Sky-Dweller (steel) or the two tone Rootbeer?

Not particularly fond of either, but the S/S SD would be my pick.

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JPS · 22 August 2023, 04:28 PM

The SD offers a lot for the money

Hafagonia · 22 August 2023, 10:07 PM

Full gold Rootbeer is one of the most beautiful watches Rolex have ever produced in my opinion.

Harry-57 · 22 August 2023, 10:50 PM

I chose both. If I could have only one it would be the Sky Dweller.

Manu74 · 22 August 2023, 10:52 PM

Sky-Dweller > GMT

Jocas712 · 23 August 2023, 03:17 AM

Sky Dweller. Although I feel that its top heavy...

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jb335 · 23 August 2023, 04:58 AM

I prefer everything on the SkyD over the Root Beer except for the case size. If you hav the wrist for it, the SkyD is sooooo much more watch. And cooler
looking imo. But no small wrists need apply.

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View Poll Results: Which one?
Sky-Dweller	145	51.79%
Rootbeer	135	48.21%
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21 August 2023, 01:21 AM	#1
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,359	Sky-Dweller or Rootbeer ? Quick question, what would you choose between the Sky-Dweller (steel) or the two tone Rootbeer?

21 August 2023, 01:34 AM	#4
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,012	What's your wrist size? The SkyD has more heft to it. Added bonus, you can have both Jubilee and Oyster bracelets for SkyD. SkwDweller_Jubilee_Otster.jpg __________________ __________________ ----> TAMPA Meetup In December 2024 <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?p=13450519 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

21 August 2023, 03:10 AM	#5
Robf52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Sunshine State Watch: lots of Rolex Posts: 5,044	Have the 126711CHNR but craving the blue SkyD. __________________ 126610LV//116508 Daytona YG Black/Champagne 116655 YM40 Everose Oysterflex//126622 YM40 Blue//126600 SD43 126710BLNR//126711CHNR 126334 DJ41 Rhodium/Diamonds//126331 DJ41 TT Wimbledon 124300 OP41 Green//126334 DJ41Mint Green

21 August 2023, 03:13 AM	#6
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,461	The Sky Dweller movement is in another league. The CHNR is a very warm and rich sporty watch. It may boil down to the look of the ceramic or fluted bezel. The CHNR by design will take more daily abuse if that matters. __________________

21 August 2023, 01:26 AM	#3
rrags "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Watch: OP39, SS Daytona Posts: 245	I have both. Would be a hard choice but SkyD would win out for me.

21 August 2023, 03:15 AM	#7
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,867	SS Skyd (i personally prefer jubilee with mint or blue dial) gets my vote. I'm not a big fan of two tone. Personal preference though. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

21 August 2023, 03:32 AM	#8
Megster "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Malaysia Posts: 32	If you have difficulty reading the time at a glance > Rootbeer Ref 126711CHNR If you have a 20/20 vision or pilot's vision > Sky-Dweller Blue dial 326934 on the Oystersteel bracelet

21 August 2023, 03:42 AM	#9
Pop Art Suzy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Real Name: Suzanne Location: Colorado Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 813	Not a SkyD fan, so I choose the Root Beer. __________________ “Art is anything you can get away with.” - Andy Warhol

21 August 2023, 03:43 AM	#10
pedersenkl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NC Watch: Daytona, GMT, Sub Posts: 391	Have a CHNR. It is a beauty. Definitely will feel one class in luxury higher than standard SS. For the average wrist, it may fit more as it is smaller than SkyD. With that said, I’m after a SkyD…as I love the complication and need a fluted/jubilee.

21 August 2023, 04:00 AM	#11
SilverKast "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Canada Watch: always one more... Posts: 142	I have a CHNR, but I never wear it since I got it. I'd much prefer a Sky Dweller - it's actually next on my want list if I can get a blue, jubilee SD.

21 August 2023, 04:39 AM	#12
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,359	Great responses

21 August 2023, 09:15 AM	#13
B2 Stealth "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,712	Sky-Dweller is far superior to the CHNR I sold. 42mm hits my sweet spot and is higher horology. But, I admit, only the BLRO appeals to me as a GMT as I've sold both my CHNR and BLNR. Yes, I realize the Sky-Dweller is a GMT as is my polar ExplorerII. But when comparing the pilot GMTs only the BLRO is my grail.

21 August 2023, 10:45 AM	#14
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	Sky dweller! The most complicated rolex!! __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

21 August 2023, 10:50 AM	#15
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,155	Rootbeer Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

21 August 2023, 10:50 AM	#16
Kenny G "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 1,104	I’m going SkyD here but of course it would depend on wrist size. This would be assuming a wrist of 7’’ or greater. If not, the GMT MII will fit better.

21 August 2023, 12:11 PM	#17
vipereaper30 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: BMF Location: Tennessee USA Watch: FPJ UTC Posts: 2,263	Sky-Dweller is the better of the two for me. I've had both the TT and full gold versions of the CHNR and also full gold and stainless steel versions of the Sky-Dweller. The all gold Sky D was a little too heavy, so the full gold GMT wins out there. But in steel the Sky D is the best watch Rolex makes and wears really well on the wrist.

21 August 2023, 05:03 PM	#18
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,359	Rootbeer taking it at this point

21 August 2023, 05:32 PM	#19
boltz Banned Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: united states Posts: 232	Rootbeer.

21 August 2023, 05:56 PM	#20
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,784	Rootbeer. I can't get on with that little timezone subdial on the SD. To me it looks like a concept that was originally discarded in the 1950s in favour of the more intuitive GMT-Master design. __________________ _______________________

21 August 2023, 07:53 PM	#22
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,409	SkyDweller but would choose the GMT if it were all SS.

21 August 2023, 09:24 PM	#23
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,587	Sky-Dweller. The Root Beer is great but I am not a fan of RG for me.

22 August 2023, 04:28 PM	#25
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,359	The SD offers a lot for the money

22 August 2023, 10:07 PM	#26
Hafagonia "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: London Posts: 19	Full gold Rootbeer is one of the most beautiful watches Rolex have ever produced in my opinion.

22 August 2023, 10:50 PM	#27
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,628	I chose both. If I could have only one it would be the Sky Dweller.

22 August 2023, 10:52 PM	#28
Manu74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: Mark Location: Europe Watch: BLRO \| LV \| SkyD Posts: 1,403	Sky-Dweller > GMT

23 August 2023, 03:17 AM	#29
Jocas712 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Philippines Posts: 98	Sky Dweller. Although I feel that its top heavy... Sent from my SM-S908E using Tapatalk

23 August 2023, 04:58 AM	#30
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,428	I prefer everything on the SkyD over the Root Beer except for the case size. If you hav the wrist for it, the SkyD is sooooo much more watch. And cooler looking imo. But no small wrists need apply. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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