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Rolex_Guru · 7 March 2009, 05:24 AM

I was at an AD here in Orlando this morning. They had the Deep Sea in the display case. I have to say it's an awesome watch.

There is only one thing wrong with it. The Oyster Bracelet is way to small for the 43 mm watch. That size bracelet looks great on the regular sub but on the 43 mm case Deep Sea it looks like the monster truck Big Foot with regular size 40 inch street tires.

bodybump · 7 March 2009, 05:31 AM

so..you getting it??? i heard they give discounts on those deepsea already...

yannis · 7 March 2009, 05:35 AM

I was more concerned about the height of the watch when i tried it on...it looked awful on my wrist but it is a stunning watch nonetheless and looks good on wristshots i have seen posted from many TRF members. It is the type of watch you really have to try on and see if it suits you nicely before you buy it.

BuffaloRolex · 7 March 2009, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by yannis7777

I was more concerned about the height of the watch when i tried it on...it looked awful on my wrist but it is a stunning watch nonetheless and looks good on wristshots i have seen posted from many TRF members. It is the type of watch you really have to try on and see if it suits you nicely before you buy it.

+1. It is a stunning watch, but a monster on my wrist.

Z-Sub · 7 March 2009, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by BuffaloRolex

+1. It is a stunning watch, but a monster on my wrist.

Rolex_Guru · 7 March 2009, 05:46 AM

No I'm happy with my Sub Date. The Deep Sea is an awesome watch though. If the bracelet was bigger and proportional with the rest of the watch. I may of taken the plunge. it is thick but sits nicely on the wrist. I'm a big guy so the watch didn't feel to heavy.

ippon20 · 7 March 2009, 05:50 AM

Funny you saw it here...when I was looking around for them they were saying there was a huge waiting list. Sign of the times I guess.

Rolex_Guru · 7 March 2009, 05:52 AM

If you are looking for the Deep Sea let my know. I'll give you the AD that has it.

cousie · 7 March 2009, 05:53 AM

I have a small wrist and it looks very good, bought it two days ago and didn't take it off since then.
One stunning watch!

steven214 · 23 September 2011, 09:08 AM

I am thinking about buying one but how big is your wrist?
Mines like 6.35 inch or so

Megalobyte · 23 September 2011, 09:41 AM

This thread is about 2 years old, but the Deepsea hasn't gotten any smaller!

You should try it on, it's a top heavy, chunky watch, a 6.3" wrist seems too small to me, but try it on anyway. For your wrist a Sub C might be a better fit.

CAPDSSD · 23 September 2011, 09:43 AM

In reading posts regarding the DSSD, the watch seems to be a love/hate attractor.

The first pictures I saw of it, I knew I wanted it.

Three years later I saw my first one in person. Left the AD to have lunch, came back and bought it. That was a month ago.

Right now I can't think of ANY watch I'd rather have. How many other things (cars, houses....) can you say that about? So my TT Sub blue is retired.

The DSSD reminds me of how I thought my first Sub ('85) looked on my wrist.

Megalobyte · 23 September 2011, 09:47 AM

I don't dislike the Deepsea, though I do poke fun at it sometimes, :).

For me, there were only 2 Rolexes I was interested in, the Deepsea and the SubSea. :). I chose the Sub and love it. But, if there weren't a Sub C, I'd still happily wear a Deepsea, faults and all.

But, the fellow with the 6.3" wrist might really look silly wearing a DS.

hennabav · 7 March 2009, 06:32 AM

I agree. I tried it on when I bought my daytona and it is truely a monster. My wrist is way too small for a watch that big. Its like a brick on my wrist. If I ever bought that watch and wore it, I would turn into a one armed person.

benjaminchia · 7 March 2009, 09:23 AM

i have boney wrist and after i got it for a few days, everything feels good. I am at the point that i can't go back to regular sizes.

SirLoki · 7 March 2009, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by benjaminchia

i have boney wrist and after i got it for a few days, everything feels good. I am at the point that i can't go back to regular sizes.

haha me too :)

ive had mine for a little over a month now and i absolutely love it.

Omega_Precision · 7 March 2009, 10:37 AM

I love the shape of the DSSD case. That is what's most intriguing about the watch. It doesn't look like a square.

hflee55 · 7 March 2009, 11:04 AM

love the deep sea. you're getting it?

WatchSmith · 7 March 2009, 12:33 PM

The deep sea is stunning, but waay to thick and big for me. The thickness makes it look clunky on anything but a big arm, IMHO.

penangite · 7 March 2009, 12:57 PM

great choice. congrats

penangite · 7 March 2009, 12:57 PM

x

Bisquitlips · 7 March 2009, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex_Guru

I was at an AD here in Orlando this morning. They had the Deep Sea in the display case. I have to say it's an awesome watch.

There is only one thing wrong with it. The Oyster Bracelet is way to small for the 43 mm watch. That size bracelet looks great on the regular sub but on the 43 mm case Deep Sea it looks like the monster truck Big Foot with regular size 40 inch street tires.

I have to say I agree.

This Rolex Deep Sea bracelet is a bit too small for the timepiece. But I am a newbie and my opinion is worth about as much as a fart in a hurricane!!

I only smell for a little while.

Jason71 · 7 March 2009, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

I have to say I agree.

This Rolex Deep Sea bracelet is a bit too small for the timepiece. But I am a newbie and my opinion is worth about as much as a fart in a hurricane!!

I only smell for a little while.

I agree that they could have made the bracelet a little thicker....Maybe 22mm tapering to 20. However, as a DSSD owner......even though it looks a little funny off the wrist, it really does look right once it is on the wrist. I had my friend put mine on and wear it for a bit, and I just couldn't get over how good the watch actually looks on a 7.25 inch wrist or bigger. STUNNINGLY good.

biggums · 7 March 2009, 01:47 PM

The Deep Sea would be my next watch. Congrats!

Lion · 7 March 2009, 02:24 PM

It's definitely a watch I would love to own and wear!!!

Watch Fan · 7 March 2009, 02:51 PM

I agree also. Larger band would have been nice, but you get used to it. I've had my DSSD for about 6 months and use it as a daily wearer. Very happy with it, the size is no problem at all. Definately one of my favorites. The glidelock clasp is awesome, so easy to adjust. Best clasp out there in my opinion.

Abuwolfie · 7 March 2009, 03:13 PM

I have the Deep Sea for six month and i find it well balanced (Bracelet/Case)
I think Rolex wanted a larger size watch but without reaching Panerai or Audemars Offshore proportions.
If you are used to smaller watches you will feel a little uncomfortable about it at the beginning but after a few days this would become your new size standard.

valentine · 7 March 2009, 03:21 PM

Best watch Ive ever owned!

aelvin · 13 March 2009, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by valentine

Best watch Ive ever owned!

+1 !! best so far!

rescue7 · 13 March 2009, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by aelvin

+1 !! best so far!

X2, what a watch. Good job Rolex SA.

7 March 2009, 05:24 AM	#1
Rolex_Guru Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Orlando Posts: 85	Saw My First Deep Sea Today I was at an AD here in Orlando this morning. They had the Deep Sea in the display case. I have to say it's an awesome watch. There is only one thing wrong with it. The Oyster Bracelet is way to small for the 43 mm watch. That size bracelet looks great on the regular sub but on the 43 mm case Deep Sea it looks like the monster truck Big Foot with regular size 40 inch street tires.

7 March 2009, 05:31 AM	#2
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7 March 2009, 05:35 AM	#3
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	I was more concerned about the height of the watch when i tried it on...it looked awful on my wrist but it is a stunning watch nonetheless and looks good on wristshots i have seen posted from many TRF members. It is the type of watch you really have to try on and see if it suits you nicely before you buy it. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

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7 March 2009, 05:46 AM	#6
Rolex_Guru Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Orlando Posts: 85	No I'm happy with my Sub Date. The Deep Sea is an awesome watch though. If the bracelet was bigger and proportional with the rest of the watch. I may of taken the plunge. it is thick but sits nicely on the wrist. I'm a big guy so the watch didn't feel to heavy.

7 March 2009, 05:52 AM	#8
Rolex_Guru Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Orlando Posts: 85	If you are looking for the Deep Sea let my know. I'll give you the AD that has it.

7 March 2009, 05:53 AM	#9
cousie "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Frédéric Location: Belgium Watch: Rolex Skydweller Posts: 126	I have a small wrist and it looks very good, bought it two days ago and didn't take it off since then. One stunning watch!

23 September 2011, 09:08 AM	#10
steven214 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Steven Location: Toronto Watch: TagHeuer Calibre16 Posts: 12	I am thinking about buying one but how big is your wrist? Mines like 6.35 inch or so

23 September 2011, 09:41 AM	#11
Megalobyte "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Ari Location: Florida Watch: ...me go broke Posts: 2,428	This thread is about 2 years old, but the Deepsea hasn't gotten any smaller! You should try it on, it's a top heavy, chunky watch, a 6.3" wrist seems too small to me, but try it on anyway. For your wrist a Sub C might be a better fit.

23 September 2011, 09:43 AM	#12
CAPDSSD Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Huntington Bch CA Posts: 258	In reading posts regarding the DSSD, the watch seems to be a love/hate attractor. The first pictures I saw of it, I knew I wanted it. Three years later I saw my first one in person. Left the AD to have lunch, came back and bought it. That was a month ago. Right now I can't think of ANY watch I'd rather have. How many other things (cars, houses....) can you say that about? So my TT Sub blue is retired. The DSSD reminds me of how I thought my first Sub ('85) looked on my wrist.

23 September 2011, 09:47 AM	#13
Megalobyte "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Ari Location: Florida Watch: ...me go broke Posts: 2,428	I don't dislike the Deepsea, though I do poke fun at it sometimes, :). For me, there were only 2 Rolexes I was interested in, the Deepsea and the SubSea. :). I chose the Sub and love it. But, if there weren't a Sub C, I'd still happily wear a Deepsea, faults and all. But, the fellow with the 6.3" wrist might really look silly wearing a DS.

7 March 2009, 06:32 AM	#14
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	I agree. I tried it on when I bought my daytona and it is truely a monster. My wrist is way too small for a watch that big. Its like a brick on my wrist. If I ever bought that watch and wore it, I would turn into a one armed person.

7 March 2009, 09:23 AM	#15
benjaminchia Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California, US Posts: 104	i have boney wrist and after i got it for a few days, everything feels good. I am at the point that i can't go back to regular sizes.

7 March 2009, 10:37 AM	#17
Omega_Precision Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Henry Location: CA, US Watch: ing basketball Posts: 2,977	I love the shape of the DSSD case. That is what's most intriguing about the watch. It doesn't look like a square.

7 March 2009, 11:04 AM	#18
hflee55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY Watch: Me Watching You!! Posts: 3,260	love the deep sea. you're getting it?

7 March 2009, 12:33 PM	#19
WatchSmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 702	The deep sea is stunning, but waay to thick and big for me. The thickness makes it look clunky on anything but a big arm, IMHO.

7 March 2009, 12:57 PM	#20
penangite Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Mikey Location: Watching World Watch: Rolex & Panerai Posts: 212	great choice. congrats

7 March 2009, 01:47 PM	#24
biggums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Helena, Montana Watch: Rolex 2c Sub Blue Posts: 268	The Deep Sea would be my next watch. Congrats!

7 March 2009, 02:51 PM	#26
Watch Fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: California Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 676	I agree also. Larger band would have been nice, but you get used to it. I've had my DSSD for about 6 months and use it as a daily wearer. Very happy with it, the size is no problem at all. Definately one of my favorites. The glidelock clasp is awesome, so easy to adjust. Best clasp out there in my opinion.

7 March 2009, 03:13 PM	#27
Abuwolfie "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Dubai Watch: SDDS Posts: 27	I have the Deep Sea for six month and i find it well balanced (Bracelet/Case) I think Rolex wanted a larger size watch but without reaching Panerai or Audemars Offshore proportions. If you are used to smaller watches you will feel a little uncomfortable about it at the beginning but after a few days this would become your new size standard.

7 March 2009, 03:21 PM	#28
valentine Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Justin Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: TT Diamond DJ Posts: 2,809	Best watch Ive ever owned!

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