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Kanger · 7 August 2011, 12:32 PM

I have two in my inventory right now, a Z and a M, and today I was bored and was checking them out; it has been a while since I sat down and really examined these beauties since owning and flipping one a year ago. This is really a watch I would like to own for myself permanently soon. The weight is perfect, the size is perfect, everything about it is just so perfect. It just has that slight heft compared to the 16610 Sub, and it's just so so so perfect. Sorry for the rant!

HongNinja · 7 August 2011, 12:38 PM

AGREED!!! SD is one of the best of all time.

MortgageGuy · 7 August 2011, 12:40 PM

Could not agree more, I love the weight of the SD, perfection is the right word IMHO

It was also my first Rolex back in 2001 and I have owned a few since, my latest a NIB M I just grabbed will not leave me

jenniferjanef · 7 August 2011, 12:43 PM

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.. I still remember not too long ago, ppl were complaining that the SD is too thick and too heavy.. I too love my SD (but mine is on steroid aka the DSSD

) ..

.. James

Eric88 · 7 August 2011, 12:54 PM

The 16600 is my favorite Rolex of all that I've owned.

The 16600 is like looking down on a 14060M with the benefit of a date, SEL bracelet and a beefy profile with the best darn bezel surround I've ever seen. It is a work of art. I got over the modern, blingy ceramic on the Sub-C quickly and quite honestly prefer the look of the anodized classic. The SD has a fat font like vintage Rolex. The case is classic and looks amazing.

I also don't miss that GINORMOUS clasp from the Sub-C. While there is a lot to like about the glide lock adjustability, I get what I need from the classic clasp. I wish I could move one more link away from the 6:00 side, but I've grown accustomed to the fit.

Overall, the 16600 is simply a classic, understated Rolex dive watch.

harrishc · 7 August 2011, 01:01 PM

probably the best rolex ever made

East Bay Rider · 7 August 2011, 01:08 PM

My favorite SS Rolex diving watch. Go Big!

landroverking · 7 August 2011, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harrishc

probably the best rolex ever made

x2

AWS · 7 August 2011, 01:18 PM

+1....the SD is my favorite in the collection.

train-time · 7 August 2011, 01:21 PM

The SD is a real beauty!

ncj · 7 August 2011, 01:25 PM

Definitely my favorite watch.

dddrees · 7 August 2011, 01:39 PM

It's one I don't have, maybe some day.

mdtddd2007 · 7 August 2011, 01:42 PM

Luv my SD too. Congrats to all SD owners 8).

warren G. · 7 August 2011, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ncj

Definitely my favorite watch.

x3

ManUtd · 7 August 2011, 02:00 PM

I love the SD too. I'm really torn between the SD and the SubC as my next Rolex but currently I'm leaning towards the SD.

Rig · 7 August 2011, 02:10 PM

Seriously considering selling my 16610 Sub and upgrading to one of these soon.

gadbd · 7 August 2011, 02:18 PM

After 9 years, my sd finally gave out on me. $635 later, it returned from service last week, and it looks like it came brand new out of the store yesterday! Definitely money well spent, especially on a classic watch like this one. I'm hoping I'm good for another 9 years!

zeuloa · 7 August 2011, 04:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gadbd

After 9 years, my sd finally gave out on me. $635 later, it returned from service last week, and it looks like it came brand new out of the store yesterday! Definitely money well spent, especially on a classic watch like this one. I'm hoping I'm good for another 9 years!

Pics!

ManUtd · 7 August 2011, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zeuloa

Pics!

Yeah before and after pics would be nice.

jmsrolls · 7 August 2011, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric88

The 16600 is my favorite Rolex of all that I've owned.

The 16600 is like looking down on a 14060M with the benefit of a date, SEL bracelet and a beefy profile with the best darn bezel surround I've ever seen. It is a work of art. I got over the modern, blingy ceramic on the Sub-C quickly and quite honestly prefer the look of the anodized classic. The SD has a fat font like vintage Rolex. The case is classic and looks amazing.

I also don't miss that GINORMOUS clasp from the Sub-C. While there is a lot to like about the glide lock adjustability, I get what I need from the classic clasp. I wish I could move one more link away from the 6:00 side, but I've grown accustomed to the fit.

Overall, the 16600 is simply a classic, understated Rolex dive watch.

I'm not one to say I told you so, Eric, but "I told you so."

That's why I offered to loan you mine for a trial run.

I've always considered the SD to be THE Rolex dial watch.

Fr. John†

zeuloa · 7 August 2011, 04:24 PM

Anyone have pics comparing to a DJ for size reference?

Thanks!

Jet · 7 August 2011, 05:09 PM

Agreed! I have an M I acquired in 2009. However, it is currently a safe queen and my Sub date is my daily wear watch.

nauticajoe · 7 August 2011, 10:15 PM

The SD's definitely my favorite watch. I've had 2 M's but was lucky to find the last batch in the production - a bnib V serial! This is definitely a keeper!

Numismatist · 7 August 2011, 10:23 PM

Yes, here it is smiling and winking at me!

rogerrabbit168 · 7 August 2011, 10:59 PM

agee, SD is my favourite watch in my collection

matt4hand · 7 August 2011, 11:04 PM

Well Said! I love my SD

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric88

The 16600 is my favorite Rolex of all that I've owned.

The 16600 is like looking down on a 14060M with the benefit of a date, SEL bracelet and a beefy profile with the best darn bezel surround I've ever seen. It is a work of art. I got over the modern, blingy ceramic on the Sub-C quickly and quite honestly prefer the look of the anodized classic. The SD has a fat font like vintage Rolex. The case is classic and looks amazing.

I also don't miss that GINORMOUS clasp from the Sub-C. While there is a lot to like about the glide lock adjustability, I get what I need from the classic clasp. I wish I could move one more link away from the 6:00 side, but I've grown accustomed to the fit.

Overall, the 16600 is simply a classic, understated Rolex dive watch.

Atomant · 7 August 2011, 11:19 PM

I would so never sell mine..

Clay · 7 August 2011, 11:24 PM

Aahhh the Sea Dweller, be it the 16600 or the 1665 a fabulous watch...

gadbd · 8 August 2011, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ManUtd

Yeah before and after pics would be nice.

Unfortunately I'm kicking myself for not taking before pics. It was in good shape for a 9 year old watch. I'd take after pics, but my camera is at the office and I won't be back for a few days. Just look at some pics of a new one, and that's pretty much mine :-) :-) :-)

It was tough spending so much on the service, but after I got it back it seemed like very little considering how amazing it looked!

Kiddodoc · 8 August 2011, 12:42 AM

I have never tried a Sea Dweller on to see how much larger it feels than the sub. Have the DSSD but that is no comparison on thickness. I love the SD but never enough to take the plunge.

7 August 2011, 12:32 PM	#1
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	The Sea Dweller is really an amazing watch I have two in my inventory right now, a Z and a M, and today I was bored and was checking them out; it has been a while since I sat down and really examined these beauties since owning and flipping one a year ago. This is really a watch I would like to own for myself permanently soon. The weight is perfect, the size is perfect, everything about it is just so perfect. It just has that slight heft compared to the 16610 Sub, and it's just so so so perfect. Sorry for the rant!

7 August 2011, 12:40 PM	#3
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Could not agree more, I love the weight of the SD, perfection is the right word IMHO It was also my first Rolex back in 2001 and I have owned a few since, my latest a NIB M I just grabbed will not leave me __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

7 August 2011, 01:08 PM	#7
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,074	My favorite SS Rolex diving watch. Go Big! __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

7 August 2011, 01:39 PM	#12
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	It's one I don't have, maybe some day. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

7 August 2011, 02:00 PM	#15
ManUtd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 1,613	I love the SD too. I'm really torn between the SD and the SubC as my next Rolex but currently I'm leaning towards the SD. __________________ 116520 116610LN 126334 126600 PAM986

7 August 2011, 12:38 PM	#2
HongNinja Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: On Earth Watch: 228238, 114060 Posts: 1,347	AGREED!!! SD is one of the best of all time.

7 August 2011, 12:43 PM	#4
jenniferjanef "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,828	Thanks for sharing your thoughts.. I still remember not too long ago, ppl were complaining that the SD is too thick and too heavy.. I too love my SD (but mine is on steroid aka the DSSD ) .. .. James

7 August 2011, 12:54 PM	#5
Eric88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 88 keys Posts: 2,241	The 16600 is my favorite Rolex of all that I've owned. The 16600 is like looking down on a 14060M with the benefit of a date, SEL bracelet and a beefy profile with the best darn bezel surround I've ever seen. It is a work of art. I got over the modern, blingy ceramic on the Sub-C quickly and quite honestly prefer the look of the anodized classic. The SD has a fat font like vintage Rolex. The case is classic and looks amazing. I also don't miss that GINORMOUS clasp from the Sub-C. While there is a lot to like about the glide lock adjustability, I get what I need from the classic clasp. I wish I could move one more link away from the 6:00 side, but I've grown accustomed to the fit. Overall, the 16600 is simply a classic, understated Rolex dive watch.

7 August 2011, 01:01 PM	#6
harrishc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: HK Posts: 176	probably the best rolex ever made

7 August 2011, 01:18 PM	#9
AWS "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: USA Posts: 959	+1....the SD is my favorite in the collection.

7 August 2011, 01:21 PM	#10
train-time 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Plankton Location: US Watch: less Posts: 4,161	The SD is a real beauty!

7 August 2011, 01:25 PM	#11
ncj "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 63	Definitely my favorite watch.

7 August 2011, 01:42 PM	#13
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,785	Luv my SD too. Congrats to all SD owners 8).

7 August 2011, 02:10 PM	#16
Rig Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: LA Watch: Rolex 16610,Piaget Posts: 14	Seriously considering selling my 16610 Sub and upgrading to one of these soon.

7 August 2011, 02:18 PM	#17
gadbd "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southern USA Posts: 9	After 9 years, my sd finally gave out on me. $635 later, it returned from service last week, and it looks like it came brand new out of the store yesterday! Definitely money well spent, especially on a classic watch like this one. I'm hoping I'm good for another 9 years!

7 August 2011, 04:24 PM	#21
zeuloa "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Jose Location: Here Watch: SEA-DWELLER Posts: 2,232	Anyone have pics comparing to a DJ for size reference? Thanks!

7 August 2011, 05:09 PM	#22
Jet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Jet Location: SoCal, USA Watch: SD/Sub/GMT/Daytona Posts: 796	Agreed! I have an M I acquired in 2009. However, it is currently a safe queen and my Sub date is my daily wear watch.

7 August 2011, 10:15 PM	#23
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	The SD's definitely my favorite watch. I've had 2 M's but was lucky to find the last batch in the production - a bnib V serial! This is definitely a keeper! Attached Images

7 August 2011, 10:23 PM	#24
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Yes, here it is smiling and winking at me! Attached Images __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

7 August 2011, 10:59 PM	#25
rogerrabbit168 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 413	agee, SD is my favourite watch in my collection

7 August 2011, 11:19 PM	#27
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	I would so never sell mine.. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

7 August 2011, 11:24 PM	#28
Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	Aahhh the Sea Dweller, be it the 16600 or the 1665 a fabulous watch...

8 August 2011, 12:42 AM	#30
Kiddodoc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: Texas Watch: 15 and counting! Posts: 3,534	I have never tried a Sea Dweller on to see how much larger it feels than the sub. Have the DSSD but that is no comparison on thickness. I love the SD but never enough to take the plunge.

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