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balboa73 · 12 February 2014, 01:20 PM

These pre-Basel threads are getting me riled up.

conspiracy theory?

Is Rolex about to discontinue the DSSD? Does the DSSD become a 'cult' classic one off? short production run under 10 years?

IF Rolex was to release a 42mm SeaDweller this Basel **I think they wont, but than again that thought is as valid as Rolex will release a 50mm Breitling for Bently look alike

we simply dont know..

back on track. IF Rolex releases a 42mm Sea Dweller and discontinue the DSSD does the DSSD instantly become that 'modern classic'? it will have been around a similar length of time as the now discontinued 16610LV

thread for fun with a DSSD based thought on above potential happening

I find the DSSD polarizing

SubGunner · 12 February 2014, 01:24 PM

I will tell you this, I had no intentions of buying the DSSD, but if it is discontinued at Baselworld, I am headed to the AD the same day. It will be the new safe king sitting next to my current safe queen (16610 "M").

padi56 · 12 February 2014, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SubGunner

I will tell you this, I had no intentions of buying the DSSD, but if it is discontinued at Baselworld, I am headed to the AD the same day. It will be the new safe king sitting next to my current safe queen (16610 "M").

Just cannot see why any modern day Rolex is a safe queen especially watches like the 16610 thats hardly changed since 1988 when it was introduced.There must be a million plus of these around today and all basically the same,and just cannot see Rolex discontinuing the DSSD even if its not a huge volume seller.

Mystro · 13 February 2014, 02:15 AM

Yup....all Rolex watches are a mass produced product with little to no collectibility other than a affordable alternative to buying one new. Think of them as. MD C Class. This works for Rolex because a 20 year old used model looks reasonably close to a new model at a significant discount. This is the appeal to the entry level buyer and keeps the resale strong for the present time.

A good watch design will always stand the test of time so if you consider the DSSD a good design is a matter of taste.

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Just cannot see why any modern day Rolex is a safe queen especially watches like the 16610 thats hardly changed since 1988 when it was introduced.There must be a million plus of these around today and all basically the same,and just cannot see Rolex discontinuing the DSSD even if its not a huge volume seller.

Nidal · 12 February 2014, 02:24 PM

DSSD will be there for another 10-15 years. Rolex keeps its value by making no changes or minor tweaks to its watches. This is a no brainer in the Rolex world if you know enough about its history. My 2cents

coralfarmer84 · 12 February 2014, 02:27 PM

Conspiracy is the rich keep getting richer. Rolex is in that category

hehedavid · 12 February 2014, 05:25 PM

NO! Keep your opinion to yourself.

braty · 12 February 2014, 06:03 PM

I love my DSSD. I hardly take it off my wrist ever since I got it :) If they discontinue it, I will be forever be glad that I bought one right now. If they don't, I will stay perennially happy to know that many more will be able to enjoy this beauty. Offlate, I have noticed a surge in the number of people buyin or considering the DSSD. The growing interest in the DSSD makes me smile simply cos I know I made the right choice and because even though we love something (and I don't mean people, but a thing) a little buttress from others reinforces your love in the product even more.

Chris B · 12 February 2014, 07:01 PM

I think I'll buy two

Singslinger · 12 February 2014, 07:25 PM

I seriously doubt that Rolex would discontinue the Deepsea.

As for buying and keeping it as an investment, all I can say is that for it to make sense, you'd have to buy maybe 5 or 10 watches, lock them away and hope that even if the model is withdrawn from production that the price really does rise in the secondhand market.

Tokyo Time · 12 February 2014, 07:52 PM

Yes. Buy 5 now before the cheeky cnuts discontinue the Deepsea line.
Best get a YG DD2 too just in case.

beshannon · 12 February 2014, 10:15 PM

Call Rolex and ask your questions.

Then report back here.

Vincent65 · 12 February 2014, 10:21 PM

no

watchwatcher · 12 February 2014, 10:24 PM

To answer your second question: yes. Rolex is always up to something.

However, as to what that is, only they know. It is futile for you to do much planning about an unknown.

bayerische · 12 February 2014, 10:58 PM

One can "speculate", but this isn't anything but speculation.

Cc1966 · 13 February 2014, 01:06 AM

We will see soon enough!

Foxy1 · 13 February 2014, 01:10 AM

There is always speculation about everything at Rolex you normally find that very very little is true or happens, we all just have to wait for Rolex to announce anything special.

Chewbacca · 13 February 2014, 01:41 AM

doubt they'll discontinue the dssd. the cost of development and the tooling for repairs needs to be made up over more time. its also a halo model imho as its a testament to the engineering heritage and investment rolex makes in timekeeping. it sells other rolexes by not even selling itself if that makes sense... also, tiger likes it.

subtona · 13 February 2014, 01:53 AM

no interest in the DSSD regardless of circumstance.

however a slimmer 42mm SD would certainly peak my interest!
and if the 42mm decided to add lugholes, i would be one of the first in line…regardless of price!!!!

12 February 2014, 01:20 PM	#1
balboa73 Banned Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: USA Posts: 396	Thinking? Is Rolex up to something? These pre-Basel threads are getting me riled up. conspiracy theory? Is Rolex about to discontinue the DSSD? Does the DSSD become a 'cult' classic one off? short production run under 10 years? IF Rolex was to release a 42mm SeaDweller this Basel **I think they wont, but than again that thought is as valid as Rolex will release a 50mm Breitling for Bently look alike we simply dont know.. back on track. IF Rolex releases a 42mm Sea Dweller and discontinue the DSSD does the DSSD instantly become that 'modern classic'? it will have been around a similar length of time as the now discontinued 16610LV thread for fun with a DSSD based thought on above potential happening I find the DSSD polarizing

12 February 2014, 10:15 PM	#12
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Call Rolex and ask your questions. Then report back here. __________________ 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

12 February 2014, 10:58 PM	#15
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	One can "speculate", but this isn't anything but speculation. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

13 February 2014, 01:06 AM	#16
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	We will see soon enough! __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

13 February 2014, 01:10 AM	#17
Foxy1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Steve Location: Everywhere Watch: Love them all Posts: 1,503	There is always speculation about everything at Rolex you normally find that very very little is true or happens, we all just have to wait for Rolex to announce anything special. __________________ There is only one difference between a madman and me. The madman thinks he is sane. I know I am mad. Salvador Dali

12 February 2014, 01:24 PM	#2
SubGunner "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Planet Ocean Watch: Sub 16610 "M" Posts: 182	I will tell you this, I had no intentions of buying the DSSD, but if it is discontinued at Baselworld, I am headed to the AD the same day. It will be the new safe king sitting next to my current safe queen (16610 "M").

12 February 2014, 02:24 PM	#5
Nidal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: USA Watch: SubC LV Posts: 1,821	DSSD will be there for another 10-15 years. Rolex keeps its value by making no changes or minor tweaks to its watches. This is a no brainer in the Rolex world if you know enough about its history. My 2cents

12 February 2014, 02:27 PM	#6
coralfarmer84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: United States Watch: Rolex, PP Posts: 1,198	Conspiracy is the rich keep getting richer. Rolex is in that category

12 February 2014, 05:25 PM	#7
hehedavid "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: US Watch: One of each Posts: 148	NO! Keep your opinion to yourself.

12 February 2014, 06:03 PM	#8
braty "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Oman Posts: 163	I love my DSSD. I hardly take it off my wrist ever since I got it :) If they discontinue it, I will be forever be glad that I bought one right now. If they don't, I will stay perennially happy to know that many more will be able to enjoy this beauty. Offlate, I have noticed a surge in the number of people buyin or considering the DSSD. The growing interest in the DSSD makes me smile simply cos I know I made the right choice and because even though we love something (and I don't mean people, but a thing) a little buttress from others reinforces your love in the product even more.

12 February 2014, 07:01 PM	#9
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	I think I'll buy two

12 February 2014, 07:25 PM	#10
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	I seriously doubt that Rolex would discontinue the Deepsea. As for buying and keeping it as an investment, all I can say is that for it to make sense, you'd have to buy maybe 5 or 10 watches, lock them away and hope that even if the model is withdrawn from production that the price really does rise in the secondhand market.

12 February 2014, 07:52 PM	#11
Tokyo Time "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Douglas Location: Tokyo Watch: but don't touch Posts: 481	Yes. Buy 5 now before the cheeky cnuts discontinue the Deepsea line. Best get a YG DD2 too just in case.

12 February 2014, 10:21 PM	#13
Vincent65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Switzerland Posts: 14,298	no

12 February 2014, 10:24 PM	#14
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	To answer your second question: yes. Rolex is always up to something. However, as to what that is, only they know. It is futile for you to do much planning about an unknown.

13 February 2014, 01:41 AM	#18
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	doubt they'll discontinue the dssd. the cost of development and the tooling for repairs needs to be made up over more time. its also a halo model imho as its a testament to the engineering heritage and investment rolex makes in timekeeping. it sells other rolexes by not even selling itself if that makes sense... also, tiger likes it.

13 February 2014, 01:53 AM	#19
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,601	no interest in the DSSD regardless of circumstance. however a slimmer 42mm SD would certainly peak my interest! and if the 42mm decided to add lugholes, i would be one of the first in line…regardless of price!!!! __________________

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