Kinda sick to my stomach

[marcura05]

can someone clear something up for me... is the dssd a newer watch? I bought my sub 12 years ago and have always disliked the size of it being 6'2 220. Then I saw a comparison of the sub and dssd and wanted to kill myself... was the dssd around 12 years ago?

[Fiery]

DSSD was introduced in 2008:

http://www.watchreport.com/2008/04/t...r-deepsea.html

http://basel.watchprosite.com/show-n...ost/ti-424601/

[marcura05]

that takes the sting out of it, thanks... still wish the sub was 44mm

[padi56]

Originally Posted by marcura05

can someone clear something up for me... is the dssd a newer watch? I bought my sub 12 years ago and have always disliked the size of it being 6'2 220. Then I saw a comparison of the sub and dssd and wanted to kill myself... was the dssd around 12 years ago?

Simple answer no the DSSD was launched at Basel 2008 but apart from the size and depth rating that no man will ever use. It uses basically the same movement as your sub, and will add myself around the same size as yourself and have no problem wearing a 16610 sub or the 16600 SD or any other Rolex come to that.Although the latest fashion trend seems to be larger watches, IMHO bigger is not always better when it comes to watches.But got to ask if you have always disliked your sub why ever did you buy it in the first place.

[fliphandywork]

Originally Posted by padi56

Simple answer no the DSSD was launched at Basel 2008 but apart from the size and depth rating that no man will ever use. It uses basically the same movement as your sub, and will add myself around the same size as yourself and have no problem wearing a 16610 sub or the 16600 SD or any other Rolex come to that.Although the latest fashion trend seems to be larger watches, IMHO bigger is not always better when it comes to watches.But got to ask if you have always disliked your sub why ever did you buy it in the first place.

I agree, the Sub is a good size.

[MonBK]

What's the problem?

Sell the Sub and get the DSSD.

[bayerische]

Originally Posted by monbk

what's the problem?

Sell the sub and get the dssd.

x2!

[SKYFALL]

Originally Posted by MonBK

What's the problem?

Sell the Sub and get the DSSD.

x3

[boogiebot]

Originally Posted by MonBK

What's the problem?

Sell the Sub and get the DSSD.

x2. if you hate the sub that much I'm sure there will be a ton of other people willing to buy it from you.

[marcura05]

i love my sub, just wish it was bigger. i find it looks like i am wearing a womans watch when i look at my wrist

[MonBK]

Originally Posted by marcura05

i love my sub, just wish it was bigger. i find it looks like i am wearing a womans watch when i look at my wrist

So you've been wearing a "womans" watch for 12 years?

One would think you'd be used to it by now.

[bayerische]

Originally Posted by marcura05

i love my sub, just wish it was bigger. i find it looks like i am wearing a womans watch when i look at my wrist

Well, it's strange that you love it, but find it looking like a womans watch on your wrist...

I would suggest the same as Mon, sell the sub (you'll get much more than you paid for it) and get the DSSD from a trusted seller here. Win Win situation!

[St Thomas 16610]

Originally Posted by marcura05

i love my sub, just wish it was bigger. i find it looks like i am wearing a womans watch when i look at my wrist

mate im sitting here reading this while i look at my 16610 on my wrist....there is now way in this world that it looks like a "womens watch". seriously mate give yourself an uppercut then take a long hard look at yourself (and your wrist) again...god whats the world come to when a 40mm watch looks small....:For the record im 6'3" and 230.

[RolexDivers]

Originally Posted by marcura05

i love my sub, just wish it was bigger. i find it looks like i am wearing a womans watch when i look at my wrist

The original sub had its day -- it came and went ---now the trend is towards heavier and thicker watches--- the sub is a 50+ yr old design and does look pretty frail when it comes to many other watches ---As for me personally, no more skinny watches from Rolex ---- I am gonna go for a 2nd deepsea and even a 3rd one because I feel that the DSSD offers to me the best bang for the buck ---- anyother Rolex I hold in my hand, I find myself saying "Is that all I am getting for my $$"....

I like my watches beefy -- so I am planning on selling my two Seadwellers for one DEEPSEA --- After wearing the DSSD, even the SDs feel pretty womanly......

[Bernie.H.]

Originally Posted by RolexDivers

The original sub had its day -- it came and went ---now the trend is towards heavier and thicker watches--- the sub is a 50+ yr old design and does look pretty frail when it comes to many other watches ---As for me personally, no more skinny watches from Rolex ---- I am gonna go for a 2nd deepsea and even a 3rd one because I feel that the DSSD offers to me the best bang for the buck ---- anyother Rolex I hold in my hand, I find myself saying "Is that all I am getting for my $$"....

I like my watches beefy -- so I am planning on selling my two Seadwellers for one DEEPSEA --- After wearing the DSSD, even the SDs feel pretty womanly......

Marc that sub does look way too small, get a mans watch....a DSSD or a Planet Ocean.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by RolexDivers

The original sub had its day -- it came and went ---now the trend is towards heavier and thicker watches--- the sub is a 50+ yr old design and does look pretty frail when it comes to many other watches ---As for me personally, no more skinny watches from Rolex ---- I am gonna go for a 2nd deepsea and even a 3rd one because I feel that the DSSD offers to me the best bang for the buck ---- anyother Rolex I hold in my hand, I find myself saying "Is that all I am getting for my $$"....

I like my watches beefy -- so I am planning on selling my two Seadwellers for one DEEPSEA --- After wearing the DSSD, even the SDs feel pretty womanly......

Its a good job the millions of others do not think likewise myself think 40mm is just fine even for large guys like me.Being bigger heavier is not always better its just perceived as better by some and size its just a few mm and weight wise around a 100 grams which is a small bag of sweets.

[RolexDivers]

Originally Posted by padi56

Its a good job the millions of others do not think likewise myself think 40mm is just fine even for large guys like me.Being bigger heavier is not always better its just perceived as better by some and size its just a few mm and weight wise around a 100 grams which is a small bag of sweets..

You are right Padi -- Rolex's engineering is remarkable as to how they can package their machinery in thin dimensions --- but when I get more mass
and thickness, and it is from ROLEX, I just feel l got more for my $$ and had Rolex not made the DSSD, they definitely would have lost a large customer base....
and after holding and wearing the DSSD, to me, nothing from the Rolex lineup suffices, because I am only into diver watches so the DSSD trumps their lineup...

[frequentflyer]

Can we see a picture?

[marcura05]

[padi56]

Your watch looks fine but IMHO should be worn slightly above the wrist bone.

[Psmith]

Originally Posted by marcura05

Marc - what you *really* need is one of these - 45 mm ...

[marcura05]

Originally Posted by Psmith

Marc - what you *really* need is one of these - 45 mm ...

doesn't appear to have steel bands... not a fan of leather

[Psmith]

Originally Posted by marcura05

doesn't appear to have steel bands... not a fan of leather

Steel bracelet also available

(strap in the pics is actually waterproof fabric)

[Dob]

Originally Posted by marcura05

55mm U-Boat.

[supertrooper]

If you don't wanna ditch your 16610 but find it too small on your wrists then suggest to add the DSSD to your collection. Problem solved.

[Like To Watch]

Originally Posted by marcura05

Looks good to me.

[fliphandywork]

Originally Posted by marcura05

That looks like a women's watch??? If so, you'd better find something 50mm+

[chill]

Originally Posted by marcura05

Is that a chick's watch? haha.. just joking, big guy. Looks fine. if you are tripping, find a trusted seller here and offer cash and your watch. I'm sure you'll be able to find someone to play ball with you. FWIW, I do think the later DSSD would look far better on your tree trunk of an arm.

[versatile1]

Originally Posted by marcura05

When did Rolex bring out the Ladies Sub?

Looks fine to me!

[capote]

Sell your Rolex, buy a Panerai.