DeepSea Sea Dweller....Technical Data..

[Gagebuilder]

My pleasure, David!

I wore it to work the last 2 days and my co-worker has told me I need to write my will this weekend, with the DSSD going to him!

Yeah, it's a keeper.

[AJAX]

Great post! Thanks!

[acuraelin]

Great information guys! I love the deep sea if all goes well im picking on up tomorrow :D
I guess the questions is, for people who wear dress shirts, does it slide in your sleeves easy?

[sea-dweller]

Good technical info on the DSSD !

[mhmfao]

Does anyone know the diameter of the flanged spring bars on the SDDS watch band and how far they extend into the case lug?

Is it the same as the GMTIIC (.90mm diameter extending 1.00mm into the case lug?

I have concerns that the SDDS may have been under engineered in this area.

V/R,
Michael

[Tools]

Originally Posted by mhmfao

Does anyone know the diameter of the flanged spring bars on the SDDS watch band and how far they extend into the case lug?

Is it the same as the GMTIIC (.90mm diameter extending 1.00mm into the case lug?

I have concerns that the SDDS may have been under engineered in this area.

V/R,
Michael

Shear strength on a spring bar is quite high.... I'm not sure what criteria you would use to determine that it is "under engineered". I also don't see that it will ever experience any more torque applied to it than any other Rolex...... Certainly the little bit of extra weight of the DSSD is not significant when it comes to load on the spring bars.........

The spring bar and the endlink on the DSSD is 21mm and so it uses a completely different end and spring bar from the GMT II..

[Mystiqz]

thanks for the data

[mlotus95]

awsome watch.

[firnatine]

Hello,
I am new here. What is the difference between a V and M series deepsea dwellers. Thanks in advance.

[Gagebuilder]

Welcome!

There is no difference, they are identical. Rolex changed the case spec. from 43 mm to 44 mm, but there was no actual change in case size.

Well, other than the "M" is the first year made, "V" was made later or "newer."


Side note: I've had my "M" for 6 months now and it will be the last watch I'll ever sell, if I go broke!

[sparky_magoo]

My DeepSea is my third Rolex since 1982. I beat the hell out of it while wearing it. I have beat the hell out of my past two Submariners. Rolex's are made for abuse. Stop worrying about your Rolex. Years from now, you can sell it for a profit and buy a new one.

[dinan545bmw]

The fact that all this uber engineering, techological advances and robust waterproofness and toughness was designed with both flair and handsome styling to boot, and can be worn conveniently and rather comfortably on most folk's wrist, is a true testament to Rolex's design and manufacturing prowess & acumen.

Very well done indeed by Rolex!! It's truly one amazing piece all right and something I'm very proud to own and enjoy daily. Wear it in a good health ALL!!

Great technical information on the watch also. Simply awe inspiring stuff, really - a lot really went into this puppy for sure!!

I printed out a copy for reference and my reading pleasure. Many thanks again for sharing! BEST REGARDS

[SoCal C4S]

I know this is an old thread, but thanks for all of the technical data. I am looking to get one of these soon, as it is my grail watch. I have a 14060 Sub ND, and even though I always wanted that watch, I just have to have one of these. Gotta love Rolex! :D

[dinan545bmw]

Originally Posted by SoCal C4S

I am looking to get one of these soon, as it is my grail watch. I have a 14060 Sub ND, and even though I always wanted that watch, I just have to have one of these. Gotta love Rolex! :D

Yes, it's really an amazing timepiece and I continue to wear her with pride and total enjoyment and pleasure! Suffice to say, it's definitely my everyday grail piece! Sure others feel likewise.

You certainly have impeccable taste. Hope to see you join our exclusive DSSD fraternity in due time!!

BEST REGARDS

[SoCal C4S]

Originally Posted by dinan545bmw

Yes, it's really an amazing timepiece and I continue to wear her with pride and total enjoyment and pleasure! Suffice to say, it's definitely my everyday grail piece! Sure others feel likewise.

You certainly have impeccable taste. Hope to see you join our exclusive DSSD fraternity in due time!!

BEST REGARDS

It is an awesome timepiece. I will wear it in rotation with the rest of my loved watches, but I have a feeling this one will get more wear. I plan to "join the club" in mid-February. I already have a trade/sale in the works for my Rolex Sub, so I am pretty excited.

[thesmallwave]

Thanks for such detailed informations about the Deep Sea Larry.
Can you please give us detailed informations about the Sub C?I want to find about the watch everything possible.
Regards, Levi

[DatejustRyan]

I was told that there is no serial number located between the lugs on the 116600, only at the six position on the rehaut engraving. Is this information correct? Are there any other tell tale signs to prove it's authenticity? Reason I ask, is I am buying one second hand and want to be sure I am getting the real McCoy. Does anyone have a shot of the movement?

Thanks in advance!

[livilexi]

I just lost the bezel in the snow, while scraping off the ice on my car......I didn't notice until hours later.....and now the plows cleaned that road.
What do I do now? Should I wait until spring and get a metal detector?
It's my late Uncles.........I'm crushed :''(

[KirkWilfred]

Great post........20K posts? wow!

[RUSH2689]

What a beautiful watch! Not being a fan of the cyclops I'm juggling my first rolex decision as a 14060, 16600, and now this beautiful Deep Sea!

[dinan545bmw]

Originally Posted by RUSH2689

What a beautiful watch! Not being a fan of the cyclops I'm juggling my first rolex decision as a 14060, 16600, and now this beautiful Deep Sea!

yes, the DSSD is indeed a very gorgeous, yet rugged and superbly engineered timepiece worthy of a place amongst Rolex's impressive lineup.

You simply can't go wrong with the 14060, 16600 or even the DSSD. After all, they are Rolexes through and through! Best of luck with your decision making process.

BEST REGARDS

[byr0nic]

Hi all,

I picked up a DSSD last week from Mappin & Webb in London, and I couldn't be happier with the purchase.

I did note, however, that my watch is a "G" series, which I haven't heard anyone mentioning around the traps, here or anywhere else.

Is this a very recent addition? My serial number is a quite a low number, if that helps at all...


Cheers!

[Gagebuilder]

Originally Posted by byr0nic

Hi all,

I picked up a DSSD last week from Mappin & Webb in London, and I couldn't be happier with the purchase.

I did note, however, that my watch is a "G" series, which I haven't heard anyone mentioning around the traps, here or anywhere else.

Is this a very recent addition? My serial number is a quite a low number, if that helps at all...


Cheers!

Yes, very new. I have seen 3 green LV Sub-C's that start with G. I have no idea if the numbers are sequential though.


Welcome and enjoy!

The DSSD is my favorite that I have

[byr0nic]

Originally Posted by Gagebuilder

Yes, very new. I have seen 3 green LV Sub-C's that start with G. I have no idea if the numbers are sequential though.


Welcome and enjoy!

The DSSD is my favorite that I have

Ah ha! I thought as much...

Thanks for the info!

[dinan545bmw]

Originally Posted by byr0nic

Ah ha! I thought as much...

Thanks for the info!

A BIG congrats and welcome to the DSSD fraternity! So how do you like it thus far? And what was it that made you ultimately go with this vs. the many other superb Rolex timepieces???

Just curious to learn your perspective on things. Again, a BIG WELCOME!! It's a wonderful timepiece anyway you look at it!

BEST REGARDS

[byr0nic]

Originally Posted by dinan545bmw

A BIG congrats and welcome to the DSSD fraternity! So how do you like it thus far? And what was it that made you ultimately go with this vs. the many other superb Rolex timepieces???

Just curious to learn your perspective on things. Again, a BIG WELCOME!! It's a wonderful timepiece anyway you look at it!

BEST REGARDS

Firstly, massive apologies for the terribly late reply... I made the mistake of not signing up to get email notifications, and only just got back from hols last weekend and doing the rounds on TRF for the first time subsequently.

The DSSD is just a great watch, with great technology (fliplock/glidelock FTW!), a great case with amazing wrist presence, and to my tastes looks absolutely stunning. Every time I open up my Rolex box (which isn't always when I wish to wear it, I must say!), I'm never disappointed - and that's all I can ask for!

I also like the fact that I don't see it being worn on wrists as often as many of the other Rolex models (e.g. SD, Daytona, Datejust), at least here in London...

I simply can't fault it!

[Clarence]

My biggest turnoff? The domed crystal...

Almost looks cheap viewed at an angle IMHO..

Coke bottle glasses anyone?

[TARDIS]

Originally Posted by Clarence

My biggest turnoff? The domed crystal...

Almost looks cheap viewed at an angle IMHO..

Coke bottle glasses anyone?

First turnoff: A domed crystal. Yes I concur on this.

Second turnoff: Watch diameter should be 2mm larger to compensate for the massive thickness IMO.

Submariner ceramic is better proportioned than the DSSD and sufficient for all human/aqua activities. IMO

[wiswrist]

Are all of the current DeepSea's being shipped from Rolex "G" serials?

[wiswrist]

Does anyone else that recently bought a DSSD have a "G" serial?