Disappointed in the DSSD JC in person

[Simon_jrees]

Originally Posted by buckwheat

Totally disagree
I just purchased last month a DS JC.
I think it’s amazing and definitely a great watch.
Submariners are entry level watches so it’s understandable you don’t know the difference.

[Simon_jrees]

Originally Posted by 911991

I have been thinking about buying a DS JC but was concerned about the size and comfort of the watch, I didn't want to purchase one and return it as it did not feel comfortable to wear. So I found a DS JC about 3 1/2 hours away and took a drive to see it yesterday. I have a 16800 Sub date and Polar EXP II 42mm so I like large watches. The DS JC was not sized to fit my wrist a bit over 7 1/2 inches but was close enough that I was able to see how it fits and how comfortable to wear. It was not as large as I thought it would be, not much larger then the Polar lug to lug but is thicker, but did not look too big on my wrist. What really surprised me was that the watch didn't have the "pop" I was expecting based on the pics and videos I have seen? In comparison to the Polar bracelet the JC bracelet had more of a dull look to it, the bezel was not glossy and the blue/black dial looked darker and looked mostly dark? I was in a office with florescent lightning not showroom lighting and I even went to a nearby window but no improvement. I was really disappointed in its presentation. This was the 116660 model and was a 16 or 17 but had some stickers still attached, could it be that the watch needed to be cleaned? To be honest it looked like a bad fake replica, but I am sure that it was a legit watch? Has anyone had a similar experience viewing a Rolex?

Personally the watches I've seen have looked better in person than in photographs or videos, admittedly I've not seen a JC DSSD but have had the same thoughts on size due to the fact that I have small wrists.

[Macnavara]

Originally Posted by buckwheat

Totally disagree
I just purchased last month a DS JC.
I think it’s amazing and definitely a great watch.
Submariners are entry level watches so it’s understandable you don’t know the difference.

No need to be rude

[MisterBenster]

Originally Posted by buckwheat

Totally disagree
I just purchased last month a DS JC.
I think it’s amazing and definitely a great watch.
Submariners are entry level watches so it’s understandable you don’t know the difference.

k

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by buckwheat

Submariners are entry level watches

really?


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[911991]

Good news and redemption!

I found a new 2020 DSSD JC locally, and picked it up today. Yes, it is very nice and pretty to look at, at different angles when the light hits it, the upper blue of the dial really lights up and looks beautiful. I wore it all day at work today and found it to be extremely comfortable (more then expected). It just disappears on my wrist and it will fit under my shirt sleeve (barely) and suit sleeve (easily). The glide lock system is amazing and I was able to adjust it once or twice and the fit was perfect. To be honest it is a tad more comfortable then my Exp II polar 42mm because of the more precise adjustment of the glide lock. Can't say that I noticed a weight difference at all (I am 6ft 220lb former football player that still works out) and it looks great on my little over 7 1/2 wrist. I was really on the fence in buying this watch, nothing better then expecting to have to accept some short comings or compromises and then find out that something exceeds all expectations. Can't wait to test the 12,800 feet rating

Thanks to everybody that provided positive feedback that helped me make this decision!!!!!

[AG23]

Congrats man- that’s great news.

Now we need to see some pics!

[911991]

Originally Posted by AG23

Congrats man- that’s great news.

Now we need to see some pics!

here are a few...