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23 April 2017, 06:20 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Australia
Watch: 116200 ; 16613
Posts: 132
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Just picked up an old Sea-Dweller SD4K
My Rolex collection consisted of a DJ 116200, Sub 14060M and Exp 114270
I'd been wanting to get a ceramic Sub/Sea-Dweller for years, but the opportunity never arose (the damn things never sell cheap  ). I'd actually never even seen a SubC, or SDc in the metal. I've always bought my pieces pre-loved and the only time I've ever set foot into an AD was when I had to take my pre-owned Panerai in for warranty service.But my endless hours scouring eBay, online pre-owned dealers and the forums always pays off, and I always get what I'm after... eventually. So I picked up my C-Dweller on Friday and have had the weekend to bond with it. I've never had instant bonding with any Rolex I've bought and I think it's really just because their designs are so well known (to watch lovers) that even when I get a new one, it seems "familiar". But the proof of their substance is that of all the brands I've constantly flipped, I've only ever re-sold one Rolex (and it was only because it was the same model DJ as I had, but just a different dial). Here're my initial thoughts of the SD40C... - I'd read so much about the shininess of the ceramic bezels, that I thought it would be a put off. But in reality, it's actually quite subtle. Almost appears grey a lot of the time. I find it quite subdued and am really happy with it. - At first I thought it was uncomfortable and I couldn't get the right fit. How ironic is that, considering it's awesome adjustable clasp?! Then I fully realized the power of Glidelock - I adjusted it snug (not too tight, not too loose), and it is supremely comfortable. Although it's obviously a big heavy case, I find that it's not too thick at all, and it fits frigging perfectly! In all my years of lusting after a SubC/SD, I actually thought I'd prefer the vertically chunkier SD case over the thinner Sub, and in reality, I do. Even the once controversial raised edges of the end links. It's really got character this thing. - Being my first Chomalight watch, I was very curious to see how it performs. And my verdict is- it's very cool to see blue rather than the ubiquitous green, it's not as bright a lume's found on Omega or Seiko etc, but its staying power is good, although not streets ahead. - I love owning a Rolex with some text on the case back, a very rare thing. - It's super cool to own the last 40mm Sea-Dweller with all of the big R's tech bells and wistles. - And finally, I am never going to sell it! I really don't think Rolex will bring the SD back in this form, at least not for a very long time. Despite its history, the reality is that it really is too close to a Sub to allow it to have a strong market. Whereas now we have the 40mm Sub, then the 43mm SD with a hot bit of colour on the dial and retaining Rolex's beloved cyclops, then the uber bad a@# Deep Sea, so I think more sales are assured. Thanks for reading my dribble, and here's my baby!..      
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23 April 2017, 07:35 PM
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Join Date: May 2015
Real Name: Nick
Location: Yellow Submarine
Watch: me long drive
Posts: 315
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congrats!
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23 April 2017, 07:40 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Real Name: Fred
Location: Zurich
Posts: 2,697
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Congrats man, a really pretty watch this
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23 April 2017, 07:41 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2008
Real Name: Clive
Location: Exoplanet
Watch: spring-driven
Posts: 38,856
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Congrats
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23 April 2017, 08:07 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Real Name: Sandy
Location: England.
Watch: 14060M 2 liner
Posts: 3,204
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Many congrats and welcome to the exclusive club.
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23 April 2017, 08:18 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: RolexHQ boardroom
Posts: 1,232
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Hope the honeymoon last, mate. Congrats!
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23 April 2017, 08:25 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Paris, France
Posts: 35,300
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Looks good on you. Enjoy!
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23 April 2017, 08:30 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Apr 2014
Real Name: Ed
Location: East Hampton NY
Watch: me break clays..
Posts: 7,516
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Congrats nice write up beautiful piece
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23 April 2017, 08:53 PM
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TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron
Join Date: Apr 2012
Real Name: Tim
Location: Pennsylvania
Watch: 14060M
Posts: 72,244
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Looks fantastic, a big congrats!
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23 April 2017, 09:01 PM
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Join Date: May 2015
Location: DC
Posts: 829
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Beautiful. Congrats!!
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23 April 2017, 09:02 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2009
Real Name: Gerardus
Location: often in the air
Watch: ♕
Posts: 12,142
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Congratz!
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23 April 2017, 09:09 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Sydney
Watch: The Last Master
Posts: 142
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congrats welcome to the SD4K family
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23 April 2017, 09:13 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: North Carolina
Watch: Rolex/Others
Posts: 47,787
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Congratulations.
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23 April 2017, 09:28 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: USA
Posts: 1,145
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 Congrats! You now own the perfect watch.
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23 April 2017, 10:01 PM
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2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Southeast
Watch: Divers, GMT
Posts: 2,149
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One of my favorites
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23 April 2017, 10:05 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2009
Real Name: Travis
Location: FL / NYC
Watch: Yes..
Posts: 33,493
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Now a modern day classic! Congratulations!
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23 April 2017, 10:31 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: singapore
Posts: 6,424
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My favorite daily beater - great buy!
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23 April 2017, 10:34 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Indianapolis
Watch: Patek-Philippe
Posts: 16,832
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Great pick up, congratulations!
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23 April 2017, 10:39 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2012
Real Name: Third Degree
Location: Glenfinnan
Watch: the step
Posts: 1,896
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congratulations!
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23 April 2017, 10:54 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Real Name: Chopped Liver
Location: S. Wales Valleys
Watch: Mickey Mouse
Posts: 9,926
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I think I prefer this to the new version. Congrats
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23 April 2017, 10:56 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2015
Real Name: Joshua
Location: Atlanta
Watch: Pelagos
Posts: 7,933
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Congrats!
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23 April 2017, 11:35 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: USA
Watch: Explorer
Posts: 794
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Enjoyed your story and journey to the SD4K...Congrats!
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23 April 2017, 11:42 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Europe
Posts: 211
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Congrats!
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24 April 2017, 12:14 AM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Cave
Watch: Sundial
Posts: 33,940
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Congrats and don't forget to take off the diver extension for an even better fit.
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24 April 2017, 02:40 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2007
Real Name: Dennis
Location: Bay Area - 925
Posts: 40,018
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Beautiful!
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24 April 2017, 02:43 AM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jul 2013
Real Name: Brian (TBone)
Location: canada
Watch: es make me smile
Posts: 78,120
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Very nice, comgratulations
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24 April 2017, 04:05 AM
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2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: San Diego, CA
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Congrats, it fits you like a glove.
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24 April 2017, 04:50 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Atlanta, GA
Watch: 114060 Sub-C
Posts: 513
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Friggin awesome post - friggin awesome watch.
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24 April 2017, 04:59 AM
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2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Mar 2014
Real Name: Clive
Location: The Alps
Watch: collections change
Posts: 6,284
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Nice. Congratulations.
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24 April 2017, 06:34 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: UK
Posts: 623
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Well done on finding a sure fire future classic, not easy to find them these days.....
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