Made the decision

[dukerules]

Went to my AD last night. I've been contemplating between a sub date, SD, and GMT IIc. I tried them all on multiple times. My thoughts:

The Sub date is really a perfect timepiece in so many ways. Beautiful, incredibly comfortable, and it just looks right. There's a good reason it's been THE definitive men's sport watch for so long.

The GMT IIc is amazing. I hadn't actually worn this one before. The new bezel and the maxi dial are great advancements. It looks very contemporary. It's fairly flashy as well, with the new bezel and the polished center links. A great watch, which looks very of-the-moment. However, I felt it screamed contemporary, and I began to realize a classic look really called to me.

Which brings me to the SD. Compared to the other two, especially the Sub date, it initially feels top heavy. But after wearing it for a few minutes, that feeling passes. You're still aware that it's there, but not in a negative way. It's solid, has a great heft, and sits nicely high on my wrist. I'm a thin guy, with a flat 7" wrist and very long arms, and it didn't look out of place in any way. It's understated, especially without the cyclops, but it definitely has a powerful, yet quiet, presence. So I guess this is what people mean when they say a timepiece sings to you.

I bought the SD. I asked the AD about a possible discount. He thought for about 5 seconds, lowered his voice, and offered me 10% off MSRP. I got the impression that he doesn't sell many SDs.

So excited I barely slept last night. I'll post up some pics when I have the opportunity to take some.

[Gil F.]

Originally Posted by dukerules

Went to my AD last night. I've been contemplating between a sub date, SD, and GMT IIc. I tried them all on multiple times. My thoughts:

The Sub date is really a perfect timepiece in so many ways. Beautiful, incredibly comfortable, and it just looks right. There's a good reason it's been THE definitive men's sport watch for so long.

The GMT IIc is amazing. I hadn't actually worn this one before. The new bezel and the maxi dial are great advancements. It looks very contemporary. It's fairly flashy as well, with the new bezel and the polished center links. A great watch, which looks very of-the-moment. However, I felt it screamed contemporary, and I began to realize a classic look really called to me.

Which brings me to the SD. Compared to the other two, especially the Sub date, it initially feels top heavy. But after wearing it for a few minutes, that feeling passes. You're still aware that it's there, but not in a negative way. It's solid, has a great heft, and sits nicely high on my wrist. I'm a thin guy, with a flat 7" wrist and very long arms, and it didn't look out of place in any way. It's understated, especially without the cyclops, but it definitely has a powerful, yet quiet, presence. So I guess this is what people mean when they say a timepiece sings to you.

I bought the SD. I asked the AD about a possible discount. He thought for about 5 seconds, lowered his voice, and offered me 10% off MSRP. I got the impression that he doesn't sell many SDs.

So excited I barely slept last night. I'll post up some pics when I have the opportunity to take some.

Great choice, and congratulations! You'll be happy you did. It's really good you got a 10% discount on a SS Rolex, as well ... that's a very rare deal. I love it when SS Sub owners look at my watch, and slowly figure out that it's a Rolex without the cyclops ... wear it in good health!

[marshallr47]

Great read. Congrats on the Iconic Rolex. Enjoy it for many years to come.

[RLX-lvr]

Great job getting the Sea-dweller at 10% off. Not too many AD's will discount that watch
at this time, as it is discontinued.

Show us some pics when you get a chance.

[mike]

Wonderful choice and big congrats. The SD is a reference with so much history. Can't wait for the pics!!

[Solar]

Originally Posted by dukerules

Went to my AD last night. I've been contemplating between a sub date, SD, and GMT IIc. I tried them all on multiple times. My thoughts:

The Sub date is really a perfect timepiece in so many ways. Beautiful, incredibly comfortable, and it just looks right. There's a good reason it's been THE definitive men's sport watch for so long.

The GMT IIc is amazing. I hadn't actually worn this one before. The new bezel and the maxi dial are great advancements. It looks very contemporary. It's fairly flashy as well, with the new bezel and the polished center links. A great watch, which looks very of-the-moment. However, I felt it screamed contemporary, and I began to realize a classic look really called to me.

Which brings me to the SD. Compared to the other two, especially the Sub date, it initially feels top heavy. But after wearing it for a few minutes, that feeling passes. You're still aware that it's there, but not in a negative way. It's solid, has a great heft, and sits nicely high on my wrist. I'm a thin guy, with a flat 7" wrist and very long arms, and it didn't look out of place in any way. It's understated, especially without the cyclops, but it definitely has a powerful, yet quiet, presence. So I guess this is what people mean when they say a timepiece sings to you.

I bought the SD. I asked the AD about a possible discount. He thought for about 5 seconds, lowered his voice, and offered me 10% off MSRP. I got the impression that he doesn't sell many SDs.

So excited I barely slept last night. I'll post up some pics when I have the opportunity to take some.

Congrats from a fellow SD wearer.....wearing mine right now.

I see that Alan Furman's site isn't offering a discount, their SD is going like the white dial Daytona, MSRP no discount. So it seems that 10% is a fine discount, esp. as the prices of the used Z and M series begins to climb..........enjoy your SD, read my own views on this site at:

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=33754

The SD is a unique and impressive watch in the Rolex family. Enjoy and congrats!

Chris

[SLS]

Congrats on the SD!
~Scott

[karmatp]

Great choice, the SD is a amazing watch. Always a nice bonus to get a little discount also, enjoy.

[Steven79]

10% off is a great deal on a SD. congrats on a wonderful choice!

[mgm]

Great choice at a good price. Wear it well.

[JPS]

Excellent choice on the SD!

The GMT IIc is on my list for next purchase.

Jonathan

[kcmo]

Congrats! Enjoy it!

[Atlanta]

Great news! Enjoy!

[frostie]

Congrats

[Tools]

Great choice....

SD followers are a special kind of Rolex owner.......

[Ed Rooney]

Originally Posted by dukerules

Went to my AD last night. I've been contemplating between a sub date, SD, and GMT IIc. I tried them all on multiple times. My thoughts:

The Sub date is really a perfect timepiece in so many ways. Beautiful, incredibly comfortable, and it just looks right. There's a good reason it's been THE definitive men's sport watch for so long.

The GMT IIc is amazing. I hadn't actually worn this one before. The new bezel and the maxi dial are great advancements. It looks very contemporary. It's fairly flashy as well, with the new bezel and the polished center links. A great watch, which looks very of-the-moment. However, I felt it screamed contemporary, and I began to realize a classic look really called to me.

Which brings me to the SD. Compared to the other two, especially the Sub date, it initially feels top heavy. But after wearing it for a few minutes, that feeling passes. You're still aware that it's there, but not in a negative way. It's solid, has a great heft, and sits nicely high on my wrist. I'm a thin guy, with a flat 7" wrist and very long arms, and it didn't look out of place in any way. It's understated, especially without the cyclops, but it definitely has a powerful, yet quiet, presence. So I guess this is what people mean when they say a timepiece sings to you.

I bought the SD. I asked the AD about a possible discount. He thought for about 5 seconds, lowered his voice, and offered me 10% off MSRP. I got the impression that he doesn't sell many SDs.

So excited I barely slept last night. I'll post up some pics when I have the opportunity to take some.

Nice!!

[f16570]

Wear in good health and where are the pics?

[Wolfgang427]

Congrats on your new SD. and on getting a discount(this is why I say it never hurts to ask for one).

[taylor]

congrats on a great deal

we look forward to your future posts

[Road Warrior]

Great choice! Glad to see you found the one that "sang" to you. Congrats on a great watch! Wear it in good health!

[jasonbellevue]

Nice story behind your decision, congratulations on the SD, it's a great choice and at a discount to boot!

[Andad]

Welcome to the SD CLUB.

Enjoy wearing it.

[East Bay Rider]

I'm a big fan of the SD. Good job.

[folexhater]

SEA DWELLER is the best dive watch Rolex creation ever! Great choice!