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Rolex74 · 23 June 2012, 04:40 AM

As some of you may know I have been toying with the idea of trading my SS DJ, my U Serial 1998 Sub and cash for a brand new DSSD. I love the DSSD, I had one on and really liked it, the key to the trade is my sub, without it the AD is not interested int he trade, I had thought about keeping my sib and just adding more cash to the deal.

So, overall, should I keep my Sub and forget the DSSD, or make the trade and maybe get a newer Subc later down the road? I do like my Sub a lot and it was the first sub I bought, but the DSSD is a sweet watch.

I know this is subjective to each persons taste, but I am curious to see what you all think.

jay1988 · 23 June 2012, 04:45 AM

Well I like both.

From your post however, it's pretty clear that you do want to do it.

Rolex74 · 23 June 2012, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by jay1988

Well I like both.

From your post however, it's pretty clear that you do want to do it.

I do want the DSSD, but I guess there is some attachment to the sub since it was the first sub I ever bought.

jay1988 · 23 June 2012, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex74

I do want the DSSD, but I guess there is some attachment to the sub since it was the first sub I ever bought.

Don't sell it then. If you like the DSSD so much then save up for it. I know the first watch I buy for myself, I will probably never sell.

Then again I think having the DSSD and a Sub isn't a smart way to use your money because they look the same. The only reason I can think to have two Subish watches would be if one looked completely different. Like a black/green SubC then a YG Sub with blue dial and bezel.

I know a lot of people on here own several subish watches. I've seen a picture of a Sub, Subc, SD, DSSD and GMTIIc in the same collection. I don't understand collecting like that because they all look so similar to most people and you've spent the equivalent of a Patek on more watches which look the same.

Just to be clear when I say "look the same" I mean two SS dive watches with black bezel and dial. From afar with and from a non-WIS they will look the same. Better to get some variety in imo. The most important thing is people like their collections though so each to ones own.

Rolex74 · 23 June 2012, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by jay1988

Don't sell it then. If you like the DSSD so much then save up for it. I know the first watch I buy for myself, I will probably never sell.

Then again I think having the DSSD and a Sub isn't a smart way to use your money because they look the same. The only reason I can think to have two Subish watches would be if one looked completely different. Like a black/green SubC then a YG Sub with blue dial and bezel.

I know a lot of people on here own several subish watches. I've seen a picture of a Sub, Subc, SD, DSSD and GMTIIc in the same collection. I don't understand collecting like that because they all look so similar to most people and you've spent the equivalent of a Patek on more watches which look the same.

Just to be clear when I say "look the same" I mean two SS dive watches with black bezel and dial. From afar with and from a non-WIS they will look the same. Better to get some variety in imo. The most important thing is people like their collections though so each to ones own.

I agree with the comment about them looking alike, if I were to get the DSSD and trade the Sub, I would likely, maybe down the road, get the hulk sub, I like the green and it would be different.

impalass · 23 June 2012, 04:59 AM

Imo sell privately, buy the DSSD or Submarimer C with cash and hold out for a discount, especially on the DSSD.

Whenever one trades the ADs get you at both ends, just like trading in a car, you have no power. Eliminate the trade aspect and you have the upper hand.

Just my two cents and no offence to ADs, they have to make a living too.

Best case senario keep the classic Submariner, sell the DJ and save for the Ceramic model of your choosing. The DSSD may be too heavy and large for a one and only, but many members pull it off no problem. Good luck with whatever you decide.

SaddleSC · 23 June 2012, 05:05 AM

Sub C > DSSD > Old Sub

Time2time · 23 June 2012, 05:07 AM

Sub

DSSD far too big/heavy.

seand442 · 25 June 2012, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SaddleSC

Sub C > DSSD > Old Sub

smallcandle · 23 June 2012, 05:07 AM

Keep your 16610. That sentimental attachment that you mentioned will bother you more than you might think if you sell it. Save for the DSSD if you feel you have to have it...

azguy · 23 June 2012, 05:09 AM

The 16610 is an iconic classic, I think you would get tired of the DSSD everyday, after the newness wore off....

Rolex74 · 23 June 2012, 05:13 AM

Thanks for all the thoughts, I will def go look at it again tomorrow, try it on and see, I do have options and if I don't do it I am still a winner!

beshannon · 23 June 2012, 05:13 AM

Sub

mgent · 23 June 2012, 05:14 AM

I just traded in my TT Bluesy Sub on a DSSD.

If it's your everyday, keep the Sub, if its an option, go DSSD.

Rolex74 · 23 June 2012, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by mgent

I just traded in my TT Bluesy Sub on a DSSD.

If it's your everyday, keep the Sub, if its an option, go DSSD.

It would be an everyday watch, I have had it on and it is bigger but I think I can handle it, I am 6' 3" so I am not small, so it does not look awkward but I will try it on again tomorrow.

They need to let me take it home for a week

Z-Sub · 23 June 2012, 06:39 AM

once you try it on you can make up your mind easier.

Lagunatic · 23 June 2012, 06:46 AM

keep the Sub and forget the DSSD

Z-Sub · 23 June 2012, 06:52 AM

I like the sub better. I like SD4000 even more.

mgent · 26 June 2012, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex74

It would be an everyday watch, I have had it on and it is bigger but I think I can handle it, I am 6' 3" so I am not small, so it does not look awkward but I will try it on again tomorrow.

They need to let me take it home for a week

I'm a bigger guy as well - 6'1" and over 200lbs. I don't mind the size at all, and would have no problem wearing it as a daily. The only challenge is that due to its height, it doesn't fit well under my dress shirt sleeves. Also, its a bit flashy due to its size, and even though my work watches cost more, they seem more subtle....

velobran · 23 June 2012, 05:15 AM

I'd personally prefer a Sub.

wokafu · 23 June 2012, 06:56 AM

if its a 16610 to a DSSD ..im going for the DSSD...but if its a SUBC to a DSSD...the SUBC..

Rolex74 · 23 June 2012, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by wokafu

if its a 16610 to a DSSD ..im going for the DSSD...but if its a SUBC to a DSSD...the SUBC..

It is a 16610 U serial number

mws222 · 23 June 2012, 07:03 AM

I'd keep the sub.

s14roller · 23 June 2012, 07:04 AM

Sub for me...I tried on the DSSD a few times and can't get over how top heavy it is. My AP ROO is a lot more comfortable.

janagler · 23 June 2012, 07:45 AM

Deep Sea is amazing, love the diameter compared to a regular sub. It's about 1-2 mm to thick, but I still love it

Cabaiguan · 23 June 2012, 07:48 AM

Don't get rid of the Sub. You're already regretting it and you haven't done the trade yet!

drjfc62 · 23 June 2012, 09:55 AM

Range of opinions here, as expected. I love both. I was planning to sell my TT sub to fund the DSSD but couldn't pull the trigger for sentimental reasons, so I ended up with both in the end and I'm so glad I did, as I love both for slightly different reasons.

Grey.Coupe · 23 June 2012, 11:09 AM

I'm not good at these--too personal a decision to offer or ask advice on.

Good luck with your decision.

swissautopro · 23 June 2012, 11:10 AM

If a SubC, I prefer the DSSD. If a 16610, the Sub.

jackwebb · 23 June 2012, 11:25 AM

I prefer the blue TT Sub before a DSSD but a DSSD over any other Sub. Good luck!

23 June 2012, 04:40 AM	#1
Rolex74 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: Concordville, Pa Watch: DSSD DJII PAM 005 Posts: 1,677	Overall, what would you rather have? DSSD or Sub As some of you may know I have been toying with the idea of trading my SS DJ, my U Serial 1998 Sub and cash for a brand new DSSD. I love the DSSD, I had one on and really liked it, the key to the trade is my sub, without it the AD is not interested int he trade, I had thought about keeping my sib and just adding more cash to the deal. So, overall, should I keep my Sub and forget the DSSD, or make the trade and maybe get a newer Subc later down the road? I do like my Sub a lot and it was the first sub I bought, but the DSSD is a sweet watch. I know this is subjective to each persons taste, but I am curious to see what you all think. __________________ My Collection.... 2012 DSSD G Series 116660; 2013 SS DJII 116300 (Stolen), 2010 G Serial GMTiiC 116710, V Serial Milgauss White Dial 2005 H Series PAM 005, 2018 Speedy Pro

23 June 2012, 05:05 AM	#7
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	Sub C > DSSD > Old Sub __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

23 June 2012, 05:07 AM	#10
smallcandle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Kansas Watch: 16610, Omega PO Posts: 1,898	Keep your 16610. That sentimental attachment that you mentioned will bother you more than you might think if you sell it. Save for the DSSD if you feel you have to have it... __________________ Things got out of control and I had to stab a clown...

23 June 2012, 05:13 AM	#12
Rolex74 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: Concordville, Pa Watch: DSSD DJII PAM 005 Posts: 1,677	Thanks for all the thoughts, I will def go look at it again tomorrow, try it on and see, I do have options and if I don't do it I am still a winner! __________________ My Collection.... 2012 DSSD G Series 116660; 2013 SS DJII 116300 (Stolen), 2010 G Serial GMTiiC 116710, V Serial Milgauss White Dial 2005 H Series PAM 005, 2018 Speedy Pro

23 June 2012, 05:13 AM	#13
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Sub __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

23 June 2012, 04:45 AM	#2
jay1988 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Midlands Posts: 1,515	Well I like both. From your post however, it's pretty clear that you do want to do it.

23 June 2012, 04:59 AM	#6
impalass "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: Toronto, Canada. Watch: SD / LV / Daytona Posts: 2,089	Imo sell privately, buy the DSSD or Submarimer C with cash and hold out for a discount, especially on the DSSD. Whenever one trades the ADs get you at both ends, just like trading in a car, you have no power. Eliminate the trade aspect and you have the upper hand. Just my two cents and no offence to ADs, they have to make a living too. Best case senario keep the classic Submariner, sell the DJ and save for the Ceramic model of your choosing. The DSSD may be too heavy and large for a one and only, but many members pull it off no problem. Good luck with whatever you decide.

23 June 2012, 05:07 AM	#8
Time2time Banned Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: U.K Watch: Milgauss GV, Sub-C Posts: 2,178	Sub DSSD far too big/heavy.

23 June 2012, 05:09 AM	#11
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	The 16610 is an iconic classic, I think you would get tired of the DSSD everyday, after the newness wore off....

23 June 2012, 05:14 AM	#14
mgent "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chicago / Boca Posts: 361	I just traded in my TT Bluesy Sub on a DSSD. If it's your everyday, keep the Sub, if its an option, go DSSD.

23 June 2012, 06:39 AM	#16
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	once you try it on you can make up your mind easier. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

23 June 2012, 06:46 AM	#17
Lagunatic Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Ron Location: Laguna Niguel, Ca Watch: Rolex 116613LN Posts: 1,724	keep the Sub and forget the DSSD

23 June 2012, 06:52 AM	#18
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	I like the sub better. I like SD4000 even more. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

23 June 2012, 05:15 AM	#20
velobran "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 48	I'd personally prefer a Sub.

23 June 2012, 06:56 AM	#21
wokafu "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: SM300+14060M Posts: 2,012	if its a 16610 to a DSSD ..im going for the DSSD...but if its a SUBC to a DSSD...the SUBC..

23 June 2012, 07:03 AM	#23
mws222 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Nowhere Posts: 2,103	I'd keep the sub.

23 June 2012, 07:04 AM	#24
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	Sub for me...I tried on the DSSD a few times and can't get over how top heavy it is. My AP ROO is a lot more comfortable.

23 June 2012, 07:45 AM	#25
janagler "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jason Location: New York, NY Watch: Rolex DSSD Posts: 152	Deep Sea is amazing, love the diameter compared to a regular sub. It's about 1-2 mm to thick, but I still love it

23 June 2012, 07:48 AM	#26
Cabaiguan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Raf Location: NJ Watch: GMTII Posts: 2,155	Don't get rid of the Sub. You're already regretting it and you haven't done the trade yet! __________________ "A ship of war is the best ambassador." - Oliver Cromwell

23 June 2012, 09:55 AM	#27
drjfc62 Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Watch: DSSD, TT sub Posts: 532	Range of opinions here, as expected. I love both. I was planning to sell my TT sub to fund the DSSD but couldn't pull the trigger for sentimental reasons, so I ended up with both in the end and I'm so glad I did, as I love both for slightly different reasons.

23 June 2012, 11:09 AM	#28
Grey.Coupe "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NC, USA Posts: 555	I'm not good at these--too personal a decision to offer or ask advice on. Good luck with your decision.

23 June 2012, 11:10 AM	#29
swissautopro "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: South Carolina Watch: 3.3M 1655 Mk I Posts: 2,384	If a SubC, I prefer the DSSD. If a 16610, the Sub. __________________ "A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a bandit, and scarcity like an armed man." Proverbs 24 "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than open your mouth and remove all doubt." Unknown "Better to be a nobody and yet have a servant than pretend to be somebody and have no food." Proverbs 12

23 June 2012, 11:25 AM	#30
jackwebb "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: Louisville KY Watch: crazy Posts: 634	I prefer the blue TT Sub before a DSSD but a DSSD over any other Sub. Good luck! __________________ Instagram is jackw3bb https://www.instagram.com/jackw3bb/

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