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Old 23 December 2008, 06:42 AM   #1
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Great write up . You are the man with that DSSD . Welcome to the club.
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Old 23 December 2008, 08:03 AM   #2
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perfect fit...congrats
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Old 22 December 2008, 01:02 PM   #3
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Mike you could make a Mickey Mouse watch look like a classic timepiece with those pics of yours my friend! Glad your wait is over and now you can wear and enjoy!
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Old 22 December 2008, 01:50 PM   #4
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Congrats Mike on your magnificent timepiece acquisition, and wear it in good health.

I personally have a hard time wearing my other Rolex watches, something about getting use to the size compared to the SDDS.
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Old 22 December 2008, 02:02 PM   #5
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Congrats! Awesome Pics. Welcome to the Deep Sea club.
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Old 22 December 2008, 02:31 PM   #6
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wow huge congrats! nice photos!
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Old 22 December 2008, 02:41 PM   #7
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Great photos !
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Old 22 December 2008, 02:41 PM   #8
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that lume smokes everyone on the DSSD, have you determined how bright it is.. say bedside?
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Old 22 December 2008, 03:00 PM   #9
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Big congrats Mike. I can't wait to try one on myself.

Your pics and post is much appreciated. Looks great!
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Old 22 December 2008, 03:09 PM   #10
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Mike It looks good on ya!!
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Old 22 December 2008, 04:10 PM   #11
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Old 22 December 2008, 04:34 PM   #12
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Congrats on the Deep Sea! Your review has sparked my nterest again!
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Old 22 December 2008, 04:43 PM   #13
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Well done, Mike. I've always admired the engineering and quality of that watch from the very first day I laid eyes on it.

How many links did you have to take off, Mike, to get a perfect fit? Does the same screwdriver that comes with the SD 4000 fit those screws?

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Old 22 December 2008, 07:29 PM   #14
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Well done, Mike. I've always admired the engineering and quality of that watch from the very first day I laid eyes on it.

How many links did you have to take off, Mike, to get a perfect fit? Does the same screwdriver that comes with the SD 4000 fit those screws?

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JJ, I didn't remove any permanent or screw in links. Only the diver's extention. The glidelock clasp is longer than the standard clasp currently in use. I'd guess it amounts to about two full links or so.

What is really slick about it is the ability to set it anywhere you want....no micro holes or anything. A perfect fit is so easy to get.

LOL! I embarrased to say I never even checked yet if the SD screwdriver will work. (looks like it though). With the extention in place and the adjustment in the glidelock it looks to be able to fit over a snowsuit, much less a diver's suit.
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Old 23 December 2008, 03:05 AM   #15
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JJ, I didn't remove any permanent or screw in links. Only the diver's extention. The glidelock clasp is longer than the standard clasp currently in use. I'd guess it amounts to about two full links or so.

What is really slick about it is the ability to set it anywhere you want....no micro holes or anything. A perfect fit is so easy to get.

LOL! I embarrased to say I never even checked yet if the SD screwdriver will work. (looks like it though). With the extention in place and the adjustment in the glidelock it looks to be able to fit over a snowsuit, much less a diver's suit.
Thanks, Mike.....that's very interesting. The pic of that diver's extension link looks very impressive with the Rolex coronet!!

The watch looks terrific.....absolutely superb. The thickness could be a deterrent to some, but the 43 mm diameter would be perfect for my 7½" wrist!!

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Old 22 December 2008, 05:59 PM   #16
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Gr8 thread Mike..... nice pics too... The DSSD is one fantastic timepiece.... Thanx!!!! :-)
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Old 22 December 2008, 08:49 PM   #17
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Magnificent pics, well done on your new addition!
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Old 22 December 2008, 10:03 PM   #18
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congratulations Mike. Wear in good health.
The best collection I have ever seen just got better
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Old 22 December 2008, 10:19 PM   #19
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Great review and pics Mike, thanks for sharing

I've heard of other owners removing the dive extension - sounds like the way to go.

And who knows what that Glidelock hangtag will be worth in the future?
Reminded me of the old Triplock hangtags, which now make funny money...
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Old 22 December 2008, 10:52 PM   #20
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Congratulations Mike! if you ever need a anchor no need to look far and you know it will be good for at least down to 12800ft just need the rope to go with it! HaHaHa... Great review tho
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Old 22 December 2008, 11:05 PM   #21
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Congrats on the DSSD, Mike! Great review as well. looks good on your wrist. Had the pleasure of wearing Marke's while in London. Huge at first but quickly became manageable, but still huge.
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Old 23 December 2008, 01:25 AM   #22
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Great writeup and pics Mike. Thanks for sharing. Beautiful timepeice
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Old 22 December 2008, 11:31 PM   #23
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Great Review, Mike. I have worn mine daily for 2 months and agree 100% with your observations. Most comfortable watch I have ever owned.
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Old 23 December 2008, 01:19 AM   #24
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Welcome to the club!

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Old 23 December 2008, 06:21 AM   #25
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Great Review, Mike. I have worn mine daily for 2 months and agree 100% with your observations. Most comfortable watch I have ever owned.
I agree...I've said it before, but the DSSD actually feels better on my wrist than my 41.5mm SMP Chrono. Anybody that thinks the watch might be extremely uncomfortable due to the size/thickness should really give it some wrist time before final judgment is made...they might be surprised (I know I was). Cheers.
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Old 23 December 2008, 01:24 AM   #26
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wonderful review. thanks for the insight!
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Old 23 December 2008, 01:46 AM   #27
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That watch is an engineering marvel. Nice pics...
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Old 23 December 2008, 01:46 AM   #28
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Wow Mike!

One word: MASSIVE

Thanks for the review, and your photos definitely captured the watch's beauty; good job. Now I want one!
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Old 23 December 2008, 02:16 AM   #29
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but the GMT MasterIIc has a domed crystal, too, right?
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Old 23 December 2008, 04:53 AM   #30
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but the GMT MasterIIc has a domed crystal, too, right?
Nope. Flat
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