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WAK4 · 14 February 2017, 05:28 AM

So with all the chatter of the SD4k possibly on its way out, I was wondering if a new 50th anniversary model is released to replace it:

1) what would make a current owner switch to a new version?
2) what could entice you to own both?

I've said all along I love mine as is, it's the "if I can only have one watch" watch. Some red lettering would be awesome, but too little too late for me as I'd probably just stick with what I have vs bearing the cost to change up. If coming in as a new owner, then I'd probably want that red lettering.

Bigger case? Green gradient dial (a la Deep Blue...)? Deep Sea type clasp?

subtona · 14 February 2017, 05:31 AM

Red lettering
Lose the white gold surrounds
Domed crystal

And #1 improvement imho, LUGHOLES.

psv · 14 February 2017, 06:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Red lettering
Lose the white gold surrounds
Domed crystal

And #1 improvement imho, LUGHOLES.

That covers it!

WAK4 · 14 February 2017, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Red lettering
Lose the white gold surrounds
Domed crystal

And #1 improvement imho, LUGHOLES.

Gus, you're on fire with the good ideas...first the manual wind suggestion on the 5711 thread, and now these!

brandrea · 14 February 2017, 09:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Red lettering
Lose the white gold surrounds
Domed crystal

And #1 improvement imho, LUGHOLES.

You nailed it Gus

I've always thought maxi plots with no gold surrounds would knock it out of the park for me. All of the above PLEASE

red1108nyc · 14 February 2017, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Red lettering
Lose the white gold surrounds
Domed crystal

And #1 improvement imho, LUGHOLES.

Wow.. that would be so HOT.

kneedeep · 14 February 2017, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Red lettering
Lose the white gold surrounds
Domed crystal

And #1 improvement imho, LUGHOLES.

I'm in if this happens.

strafer_kid · 17 February 2017, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Red lettering
Lose the white gold surrounds
Domed crystal

And #1 improvement imho, LUGHOLES.

Sounds good!

Guitarfan · 14 February 2017, 05:33 AM

The new one would have to be matt dial and red lettering for me to consider the switch, plus the same 40mm case as now.

However, it would likely cost me £2000 to switch so I probably wouldn't!

swils8610 · 14 February 2017, 05:34 AM

Prob not. If they discontinue the SD4k I won't be selling mine. Being that it would only be a 30 month run they could become sought after.

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LuminousMaximus · 14 February 2017, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swils8610

Prob not. If they discontinue the SD4k I won't be selling mine. Being that it would only be a 30 month run they could become sought after.

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This +1

But, I may buy the new one as well...

GreenLantern · 14 February 2017, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swils8610

Prob not. If they discontinue the SD4k I won't be selling mine. Being that it would only be a 30 month run they could become sought after.

What do you mean by 30 month run?

Why would this be a short run, anyway?

Juantxo · 14 February 2017, 05:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WAK4

So with all the chatter of the SD4k possibly on its way out, I was wondering if a new 50th anniversary model is released to replace it:

1) what would make a current owner switch to a new version?
2) what could entice you to own both?

I've said all along I love mine as is, it's the "if I can only have one watch" watch. Some red lettering would be awesome, but too little too late for me as I'd probably just stick with what I have vs bearing the cost to change up. If coming in as a new owner, then I'd probably want that red lettering.

Bigger case? Green gradient dial (a la Deep Blue...)? Deep Sea type clasp?

I would buy a new one if it had red letters, for instance. But I'd keep both. I would NOT buy another one if they change it to a bigger size.

5253Reynolds · 14 February 2017, 05:48 AM

Rubber strap, domed crystal, lug holes.

artschool · 14 February 2017, 06:08 AM

i won't be changing mine. it was exactly what i wanted in a rolex.

TK-710 · 14 February 2017, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by artschool

i won't be changing mine. It was exactly what i wanted in a rolex.

x2.

chris9 · 23 March 2017, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by artschool

i won't be changing mine. it was exactly what i wanted in a rolex.

Exactly what he said

brucethemanlee · 14 February 2017, 06:14 AM

Prob end up with both. Assuming I like the new one.

Definitely can't see myself getting rid of THE perfect current SD4K, esp if it is now a short production run model (from Rolex perspective)

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Token74 · 14 February 2017, 06:57 AM

Nothing would make me switch. Red lettering is cool on the older ones because they are hard to come by, but on a modern watch I'm not sure it would do anything to enhance it.

My wrists are too small for 42mm so wouldn't swap it for a bigger model.A matte dial and fully brushed case would improve it, but still wouldn't trade. But might add!!

natosub · 14 February 2017, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WAK4

Some red lettering would be awesome...Yes.

Bigger case? No.

Green gradient dial (a la Deep Blue...)? Goodness no.

Deep Sea type clasp? Absolutely!

xlarge · 14 February 2017, 07:25 AM

Pleeeese tell me what would be so speacial about red lettering??? I just don't get it.
That would do NOTHING to the watch, imo the black&white combo is just perfect.
(I know about the double red sedwellers but that was then, this is now.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.)

Anyway, lately I have been thinking about adding the DSSD (b&w) to my SD but I just don't like the height of that watch, everything else is awesome.
So if Rolex were to replace the current model with a 42, or even a 44 mm with the current SD height I'd be very tempted... The 44 version would also mean the discontinuation of the current DSSD.

sensui · 14 February 2017, 07:29 AM

I can't see myself ridding the sd4k....it is the perfect modern diver for me (6 digit). I will only add when the new anniversary is to my liking (red lettering etc). I won't pay the ludicrous premium on vintage red subs/SDs....but I will take the modern nod without a complaint and enjoy.

mdgrwl · 14 February 2017, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sensui

I can't see myself ridding the sd4k....it is the perfect modern diver for me (6 digit). I will only add when the new anniversary is to my liking (red lettering etc). I won't pay the ludicrous premium on vintage red subs/SDs....but I will take the modern nod without a complaint and enjoy.

Agree'd, not getting rid of mine. It's perfection.

AK797 · 14 February 2017, 08:27 AM

Gradient blue/black or light/dark blue dial would have my full attention. Red line is not enough.

LuminousMaximus · 14 February 2017, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

Gradient blue/black or light/dark blue dial would have my full attention. Red line is not enough.

Pretty good idea!

chino0823 · 14 February 2017, 08:45 AM

A james cameron

mailman · 14 February 2017, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WAK4

So with all the chatter of the SD4k possibly on its way out, I was wondering if a new 50th anniversary model is released to replace it:

I've said all along I love mine as is, it's the "if I can only have one watch" watch. Some red lettering would be awesome, but too little too late for me as I'd probably just stick with what I have vs bearing the cost to change up. If coming in as a new owner, then I'd probably want that red lettering.

Bill this is TRF. No one "just sticks with what I have"

WAK4 · 14 February 2017, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

Bill this is TRF. No one "just sticks with what I have"

Don't I know it! My watches feel much safer when I'm not hanging around here!

G'ed · 14 February 2017, 09:15 AM

I want same case with oyster perpetual movement but a smartwatch

rph08 · 14 February 2017, 09:59 AM

I'm content with mine just the way it is.

14 February 2017, 05:31 AM	#2
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,601	Red lettering Lose the white gold surrounds Domed crystal And #1 improvement imho, LUGHOLES. __________________

14 February 2017, 06:57 AM	#19
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	Nothing would make me switch. Red lettering is cool on the older ones because they are hard to come by, but on a modern watch I'm not sure it would do anything to enhance it. My wrists are too small for 42mm so wouldn't swap it for a bigger model.A matte dial and fully brushed case would improve it, but still wouldn't trade. But might add!! __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

14 February 2017, 07:25 AM	#21
xlarge "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Hungary Watch: an extinct 116600 Posts: 119	Pleeeese tell me what would be so speacial about red lettering??? I just don't get it. That would do NOTHING to the watch, imo the black&white combo is just perfect. (I know about the double red sedwellers but that was then, this is now. Past performance is not indicative of future results.) Anyway, lately I have been thinking about adding the DSSD (b&w) to my SD but I just don't like the height of that watch, everything else is awesome. So if Rolex were to replace the current model with a 42, or even a 44 mm with the current SD height I'd be very tempted... The 44 version would also mean the discontinuation of the current DSSD. Last edited by xlarge; 14 February 2017 at 07:25 AM.. Reason: typo

14 February 2017, 09:59 AM	#30
rph08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Posts: 992	I'm content with mine just the way it is. __________________ Can you name the truck with four wheel drive, smells like a steak and seats thirty-five... Canyonero! Canyonero!

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14 February 2017, 05:28 AM	#1
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	Current Sea Dweller owners - what would make you switch? So with all the chatter of the SD4k possibly on its way out, I was wondering if a new 50th anniversary model is released to replace it: 1) what would make a current owner switch to a new version? 2) what could entice you to own both? I've said all along I love mine as is, it's the "if I can only have one watch" watch. Some red lettering would be awesome, but too little too late for me as I'd probably just stick with what I have vs bearing the cost to change up. If coming in as a new owner, then I'd probably want that red lettering. Bigger case? Green gradient dial (a la Deep Blue...)? Deep Sea type clasp?

14 February 2017, 05:33 AM	#9
Guitarfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: UK Posts: 227	The new one would have to be matt dial and red lettering for me to consider the switch, plus the same 40mm case as now. However, it would likely cost me £2000 to switch so I probably wouldn't!

14 February 2017, 05:34 AM	#10
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Prob not. If they discontinue the SD4k I won't be selling mine. Being that it would only be a 30 month run they could become sought after. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

14 February 2017, 05:48 AM	#14
5253Reynolds Banned Join Date: May 2013 Location: Boston Watch: 116710_ln Posts: 275	Rubber strap, domed crystal, lug holes.

14 February 2017, 06:08 AM	#15
artschool "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: uk Posts: 1,215	i won't be changing mine. it was exactly what i wanted in a rolex.

14 February 2017, 06:14 AM	#18
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,575	Prob end up with both. Assuming I like the new one. Definitely can't see myself getting rid of THE perfect current SD4K, esp if it is now a short production run model (from Rolex perspective) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 February 2017, 07:29 AM	#22
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,446	I can't see myself ridding the sd4k....it is the perfect modern diver for me (6 digit). I will only add when the new anniversary is to my liking (red lettering etc). I won't pay the ludicrous premium on vintage red subs/SDs....but I will take the modern nod without a complaint and enjoy.

14 February 2017, 08:27 AM	#24
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Gradient blue/black or light/dark blue dial would have my full attention. Red line is not enough.

14 February 2017, 08:45 AM	#26
chino0823 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: ct Posts: 189	A james cameron

14 February 2017, 09:15 AM	#29
G'ed "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: RolexHQ boardroom Posts: 1,232	I want same case with oyster perpetual movement but a smartwatch

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