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Old 26 July 2017, 11:29 AM   #1
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Incoming: Second Sea Dweller

After picking up my first Sea Dweller (and my first Rolex) back in April I've become pretty smitten with both the SD and Rolex. Since then I parted with my first "real" watch - a 2201.50 Planet Ocean. It just felt too big and heavy after getting used to the 40mm size and I knew I'd never wear it again. Then I got curious about how a tritium dial 16600 would compare and well, the rest is history.

I was really happy to find an unpolished U-serial and it's a real beaut. I will likely hold on to the new one and part ways with the A serial as having two of the same reference doesn't make much sense for me. I will miss having lume (not that it's super strong on the A serial) but I may remedy that by getting a new 114060. I figure having a modern sub with the new bracelet, etc will pair nicely with the older SD. It really is turning into a sickness...

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Old 26 July 2017, 11:43 AM   #2
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So the only difference between the two is the year or production?

Looks good either way.


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Old 26 July 2017, 11:56 AM   #3
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I can see why.....great watch.
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Old 26 July 2017, 12:18 PM   #4
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New one has the tritium dial

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Old 26 July 2017, 12:44 PM   #5
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New one has the tritium dial

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So the new one is the old one.

Excellent watch(es). I think the 16600 is one of the best references Rolex has ever produced.
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Old 27 July 2017, 02:15 PM   #6
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Old 27 July 2017, 02:30 PM   #7
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You should stick to the theme and get a 116600 for the modern fix!

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Old 27 July 2017, 02:46 PM   #8
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You should stick to the theme and get a 116600 for the modern fix!

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Old 27 July 2017, 02:48 PM   #9
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Great examples of that model.

Incredibly cool and tough as nails.
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Old 27 July 2017, 02:50 PM   #10
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Old 27 July 2017, 06:14 PM   #11
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Old 27 July 2017, 10:16 PM   #12
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So the new one is the old one.

Excellent watch(es). I think the 16600 is one of the best references Rolex has ever produced.
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Old 27 July 2017, 10:22 PM   #13
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Congrats on the pair.
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Old 28 July 2017, 09:24 AM   #14
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Love at first sight and purchase as well !
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