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Old 12 May 2010, 08:09 PM   #1
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20 years and full circle back to the SD

If you read my last post http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=128471 you will recall that My first Rolex was a Sea Dweller which went thru hell and back and fed my family for mnths when the need arose.

Yesterday I traded my 16613 Sub for a K serial SD to come back around full circle, and my oh my isn't this a nice thing!

First off - Mike Nguyen in So Cal is a heck of a nice guy to deal with!

Second - I had forgotten just how comfortably these sit on a small wrist. The extra height actually makes these sit with less interaction than the newer subs.

Simplicity, hefty weight, built (exactly) like a battleship - with a touch of gray at the hrv to add to the illusion, no more schmear of quag above and below the cyclops, tighter clicks on the bezel, higher sitting bezel with deeper notches for ease of grasp. The upgraded extender (with the push dot release) eliminates the rattle of the older sub clasps. And if you can't read the dial with your failing old eyes, Rolex has thoughtfully put Rolex Oyster in BIG LETTERS on the back of the case so you know it is a Rolex

My wife actually went so far (she remembers the old house saving SD as fondly as I do) as to say "If you want another Rolex go ahead and get one, but keep that one"

Here are Mike's pictures - I was at my daughters spring concert last night and didn't get around to taking any shots of my own...

Thanks again Mike! (he had his watch guy give the case sides a quick buff after these shots and I gave the bracelet a quick once over - looks near mint!)





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Old 12 May 2010, 08:21 PM   #2
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glad that you are happy nat.
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Old 12 May 2010, 08:59 PM   #3
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The spiritual side of us knows what we desire .... many times, we kill our desires for others or for financial issues or other issues but we're guided back to what will make us happy ... so good job & congrats!!!
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Old 12 May 2010, 09:03 PM   #4
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Very nice! I'm glad the SD is back where it belongs.
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Old 12 May 2010, 09:04 PM   #5
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Congrats Nat! It is a hell of a watch. I would never part with my SD.
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Old 12 May 2010, 10:13 PM   #6
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SD is truly a classic!
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Old 12 May 2010, 10:39 PM   #7
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Wonderful story! SD is a keeper
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Old 12 May 2010, 10:53 PM   #8
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Great story. Enjoy the SD.
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Old 12 May 2010, 11:22 PM   #9
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grteat ending to an even greater story. Congrats!
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Old 12 May 2010, 11:28 PM   #10
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That's heavy duty, it says a lot to come back to an SD after 20 years.
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Old 12 May 2010, 11:31 PM   #11
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Great story. It just goes to show that in the end there's only one--ROLEX!

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Old 12 May 2010, 11:38 PM   #12
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Nat, I'm glad you were able to get the watch you wanted. The one that brings back good memories.....Congrats!!!
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Old 12 May 2010, 11:50 PM   #13
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Great score, Nat!

Now you need to change your avatar.
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Old 12 May 2010, 11:54 PM   #14
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Great score, Nat!

Now you need to change your avatar.
By today...and Sakuraba San...it is always YOU who says that...is "Sakuraba" Japanese for "Avatar Cop'?
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Old 12 May 2010, 11:56 PM   #15
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By today...and Sakuraba San...it is always YOU who says that...is "Sakuraba" Japanese for "Avatar Cop'?
Sakuraba = he who loves avatars
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Old 13 May 2010, 12:00 AM   #16
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Awesome story, How about another Hinkley now?
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Old 13 May 2010, 12:06 AM   #17
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Great piece. Now hang onto it!
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Old 13 May 2010, 12:29 AM   #18
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Sweet watch man~
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Old 13 May 2010, 12:40 AM   #19
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Congrats on the SD !
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Old 13 May 2010, 12:51 AM   #20
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Very nice Nat. Congratulations. The Sea Dweller is a must in my book.
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Old 13 May 2010, 12:58 AM   #21
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Old 13 May 2010, 01:00 AM   #22
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Old 13 May 2010, 01:21 AM   #23
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Awesome Rolex there. Good for you and wear it in good health.

I have had the pleasure of speaking to the OP and he is a true gentlemen and a great guy. Im glad to read this.
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Old 13 May 2010, 01:36 AM   #24
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it was meant to be hahaha!! I'm glad you got it back...enjoy it!!
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Old 13 May 2010, 05:35 AM   #25
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Glad you're so happy with it....enjoy it for MANY years!
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Old 13 May 2010, 05:42 AM   #26
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I read your story, so I am glad to see the pics. Congrats! Well deserved.
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Old 13 May 2010, 07:08 AM   #27
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Very nice! Congrats!
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Old 13 May 2010, 11:04 AM   #28
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Beautiful, congrats!
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Old 13 May 2010, 11:09 AM   #29
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Fantastic, I've yet to hear of a more fulfilling acquisition than this.
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Old 13 May 2010, 11:14 AM   #30
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Good story...great watch. I am glad you enjoy it so much.
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