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masterserg · 7 September 2012, 07:56 AM

A few random initial thoughts:

Everything feels just a little bit better (for example the clicks on the bezel or the super Glidelock).

Heavy? Check ... Thick? Check ... Large? Check ... Versatile / Elegant? Maybe not ... Do I care? Not really.

This implementation of the Glidelock is pure genious! Miles above the Sub.

I love the tapered lugs, older style.

The domed crystal and matte dial combination is a thing of beauty ... something to behold.

The text on the ring lock is visible but it does not bother me. I have to focus on it to really notice. The rehaut engraving on the other hand is very light and small, not as predominant as on my Sub (well, predominant is not the right word but you get the idea) and difficult to see due to the domed crystal. I noticed this on pictures where it is barely visible at all. This is a plus for me.

The fit on the wrist is perfection (at least on mine which is very flat), but it lets you know it's there. The range of adjustment lets you position both head and clasp very precisely on the wrist.

I did remove the wetsuit extension. It is exactly the length of two links, but unlike having two links, it does not flex so it has an effect on the fit. I have to play around with it. I'd like to have it on, just for the cool factor.

The oversize box makes it feel like the special piece it is.

In summary, I am a bit in awe at the moment, and it will take me some time to get used to it but it is on a different league than anything I had before.

All those who say that such a piece is not necessary etc. etc. do have a point ... but put this bad boy on your wrist and everything is quickly forgotten.

The sad part is that my trusty 16570 had to go, but one can't have everything. It was not getting any wrist time since I got my LV C.

Special thanks to Charles (SaddleSC) for the friendly advice and to DavidSW for his immense patience.

Here are a few quick pics:

Kyu · 7 September 2012, 07:57 AM

sweeeeeeeeeeet ! congrats !
enjoy !

looks like there's a galactic war going on in the first pic, I see reflections of lazer beams

jedis ?

masterserg · 7 September 2012, 07:58 AM

A better perspective. Those close up shots are not really representative .... I think this is the first time I took pictures of myself in the mirror ...

Kyu · 7 September 2012, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterserg

A better perspective. Those close up shots are not really representative.

looks like you've been hitting the gym to support the weight of awsomeness of that dweller !

joleel7 · 7 September 2012, 07:59 AM

Very nice Congrat

reesejr220 · 7 September 2012, 08:01 AM

Great pics. Deep Sea is on my short list of whats next

NYC6 · 7 September 2012, 08:03 AM

Awesome piece, wear it in good health.

Solo118 · 7 September 2012, 08:04 AM

I absolutely love the DSSD. I just wish they made it the same size as the Sub C. My tiny wrist cant handle 43mm.

liuk3 · 7 September 2012, 08:04 AM

Bravo!

Gharddog03 · 7 September 2012, 08:06 AM

Excellent choice. Huge congrats.

dalip · 7 September 2012, 08:09 AM

Congrats!! It's such a great watch to own and wear. Enjoy

toph · 7 September 2012, 08:10 AM

Looks great on you mate
Enjoy

mjclark32 · 7 September 2012, 08:15 AM

Sounds like you've found true love, congrats!

DiamondJack · 7 September 2012, 08:16 AM

Very cool Serge........ Enjoy

kilyung · 7 September 2012, 08:28 AM

What's your writ size Serge?

masterserg · 7 September 2012, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

What's your writ size Serge?

Thanks guys for the nice comments!

My wrist is a very flat 6.75". I think on this particular watch you have to look at other factors as well, such as build and overall "style" ... I am short but very fit, I dress like a beach bum most of the time, etc. so it suits me well. My wife on the other hand is on the opposite extreme of the elegance / style scale and she LOVED the watch regardless.

JP Chestnut · 7 September 2012, 08:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solo118

I absolutely love the DSSD. I just wish they made it the same size as the Sub C. My tiny wrist cant handle 43mm.

For me, it's not the diameter (which is somewhat large), it's the thickness. I've yet to see a photo that captures how massively thick this watch looks in person.

Ramiks · 7 September 2012, 08:33 AM

congrats

gregdolley · 7 September 2012, 08:35 AM

Looks awesome! Congrats!

michel33 · 7 September 2012, 08:37 AM

Seems you got the perfect wrist size for this perfect watch.... Congrats, I wish Rolex launches a new Sea-Dweller between the Sub and the Deep-Sea that would be thinner cos my wrist can't afford the SDDDS.....

nick c · 7 September 2012, 08:41 AM

congrats!

masterserg · 7 September 2012, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

For me, it's not the diameter (which is somewhat large), it's the thickness. I've yet to see a photo that captures how massively thick this watch looks in person.

It is thick (I don't think it is massive) ... there is no way around it. You have to factor that in if you want it.

HACKNSACK44 · 7 September 2012, 08:54 AM

Congrats!!

Mrlion · 7 September 2012, 08:54 AM

Congrats! Looks great on your wrist. As chunky and muscular like your forearm

kilyung · 7 September 2012, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by michel33

Seems you got the perfect wrist size for this perfect watch.... Congrats, I wish Rolex launches a new Sea-Dweller between the Sub and the Deep-Sea that would be thinner cos my wrist can't afford the SDDDS.....

It's called the Pelagos.

wowie74 · 7 September 2012, 09:16 AM

Congrats.

MY-WATCH · 7 September 2012, 09:48 AM

Congratulations

russellnyc · 7 September 2012, 10:11 AM

Congrats, I'm right there with you. I also removed the divers link, it makes the bracelet sit flush much better. Enjoy it!

nauticajoe · 7 September 2012, 10:21 AM

Very nice.

Congrats!

masterserg · 7 September 2012, 10:26 AM

Spooky blue lume. The pic is 1/60 sec so it is bright. I have to do a long exposure.

7 September 2012, 07:56 AM	#1
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	Incoming! The Beast is finally here!! A few random initial thoughts: Everything feels just a little bit better (for example the clicks on the bezel or the super Glidelock). Heavy? Check ... Thick? Check ... Large? Check ... Versatile / Elegant? Maybe not ... Do I care? Not really. This implementation of the Glidelock is pure genious! Miles above the Sub. I love the tapered lugs, older style. The domed crystal and matte dial combination is a thing of beauty ... something to behold. The text on the ring lock is visible but it does not bother me. I have to focus on it to really notice. The rehaut engraving on the other hand is very light and small, not as predominant as on my Sub (well, predominant is not the right word but you get the idea) and difficult to see due to the domed crystal. I noticed this on pictures where it is barely visible at all. This is a plus for me. The fit on the wrist is perfection (at least on mine which is very flat), but it lets you know it's there. The range of adjustment lets you position both head and clasp very precisely on the wrist. I did remove the wetsuit extension. It is exactly the length of two links, but unlike having two links, it does not flex so it has an effect on the fit. I have to play around with it. I'd like to have it on, just for the cool factor. The oversize box makes it feel like the special piece it is. In summary, I am a bit in awe at the moment, and it will take me some time to get used to it but it is on a different league than anything I had before. All those who say that such a piece is not necessary etc. etc. do have a point ... but put this bad boy on your wrist and everything is quickly forgotten. The sad part is that my trusty 16570 had to go, but one can't have everything. It was not getting any wrist time since I got my LV C. Special thanks to Charles (SaddleSC) for the friendly advice and to DavidSW for his immense patience. Here are a few quick pics: Attached Images __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

7 September 2012, 07:58 AM	#3
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	A better perspective. Those close up shots are not really representative .... I think this is the first time I took pictures of myself in the mirror ... Attached Images __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

7 September 2012, 08:04 AM	#9
liuk3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,354	Bravo! __________________ "Appreciate your life!"

7 September 2012, 08:09 AM	#11
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Congrats!! It's such a great watch to own and wear. Enjoy __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

7 September 2012, 08:10 AM	#12
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	Looks great on you mate Enjoy __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

7 September 2012, 07:57 AM	#2
Kyu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: yes.. it's Kyu Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex 116759SANR Posts: 1,499	sweeeeeeeeeeet ! congrats ! enjoy ! looks like there's a galactic war going on in the first pic, I see reflections of lazer beams jedis ?

7 September 2012, 07:59 AM	#5
joleel7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Joey Location: Canada Watch: DSSD, PAM, BALL Posts: 869	Very nice Congrat

7 September 2012, 08:01 AM	#6
reesejr220 Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Carolina Watch: Daytona Exp2 Tudor Posts: 22	Great pics. Deep Sea is on my short list of whats next

7 September 2012, 08:03 AM	#7
NYC6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Dennis Location: L.I./N.Y. Watch: SUBMARINER 14060M Posts: 2,769	Awesome piece, wear it in good health.

7 September 2012, 08:04 AM	#8
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,091	I absolutely love the DSSD. I just wish they made it the same size as the Sub C. My tiny wrist cant handle 43mm.

7 September 2012, 08:06 AM	#10
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	Excellent choice. Huge congrats.

7 September 2012, 08:15 AM	#13
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Sounds like you've found true love, congrats! __________________

7 September 2012, 08:16 AM	#14
DiamondJack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Watch: Quite a few Posts: 4,315	Very cool Serge........ Enjoy

7 September 2012, 08:28 AM	#15
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	What's your writ size Serge?

7 September 2012, 08:33 AM	#18
Ramiks "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Rami Location: Jordan Watch: Rolex and others Posts: 825	congrats

7 September 2012, 08:35 AM	#19
gregdolley Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Greg Dolley Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rose Gold Daytona Posts: 1,283	Looks awesome! Congrats!

7 September 2012, 08:37 AM	#20
michel33 Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: france Posts: 796	Seems you got the perfect wrist size for this perfect watch.... Congrats, I wish Rolex launches a new Sea-Dweller between the Sub and the Deep-Sea that would be thinner cos my wrist can't afford the SDDDS.....

7 September 2012, 08:41 AM	#21
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	congrats!

7 September 2012, 08:54 AM	#23
HACKNSACK44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: Orlando Watch: 114060 Posts: 8,450	Congrats!! __________________ 114060

7 September 2012, 08:54 AM	#24
Mrlion "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Lion Location: U.S., EU, Asia Watch: them on my wrist! Posts: 39	Congrats! Looks great on your wrist. As chunky and muscular like your forearm

7 September 2012, 09:16 AM	#26
wowie74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: r0uel Location: mount kisco,ny Posts: 206	Congrats. __________________

7 September 2012, 09:48 AM	#27
MY-WATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sala hu din Location: N/A Posts: 1,782	Congratulations

7 September 2012, 10:11 AM	#28
russellnyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Connecticut Posts: 383	Congrats, I'm right there with you. I also removed the divers link, it makes the bracelet sit flush much better. Enjoy it!

7 September 2012, 10:21 AM	#29
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Very nice. Congrats!

7 September 2012, 10:26 AM	#30
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	Spooky blue lume. The pic is 1/60 sec so it is bright. I have to do a long exposure. Attached Images __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

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