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MikeJaye · 13 May 2011, 08:02 AM

Given the choice what would you choose? I already own a DSSD but am considering flipping it when the new Explorers come out. Unfortunately I can't own both so if I want the new Exp II the DSSD has to go. I was pretty set on moving the DSSD on but now am not sure. I'm sure once the "newness" of the Exp II has worn off it will be just a run of the mill watch, whereas the DSSD will seem a bit more specialist and probably more rare.

I know it's my choice but wondered what you guys would do...flip the DSSD or keep it?

Cheers
Mike

mactrack · 13 May 2011, 08:12 AM

You will know for sure once you have had the opportunity to try the new EXPII on.

GEO_79 · 13 May 2011, 08:43 AM

I think u should go with the new exp ii

Sixxgrand1 · 13 May 2011, 09:00 AM

Since NONE of us have actually worn the 42mm EXPII - you are asking a question which can not be answered....

Deacon211 · 13 May 2011, 09:06 AM

I must admit I've never been an Explorer fan but that not withstanding, the DSSD is really a watch like no other.

It's not everything to everybody, but it would be my last watch to go.

Deacon

Abid · 13 May 2011, 09:21 AM

I would say flip it for the new EXP II. It seems your unhappy with the DSSD.

MortgageGuy · 13 May 2011, 09:24 AM

IMHO I would not flip the DSSD... I think you are correct in saying once the newness does wear off which it will you will still have a Rolex and will have lost $$ on the flip/trade.

I would however hold off on this only because as mentioned none of us have seen (in the flesh) the new EXP II or tried one on and once this happens all common sense may let loose and we will all tell you to flip away

I would certainly give it about a year as with any new release there will be premium pricing as well

psv · 13 May 2011, 09:36 AM

Well, can't do much until you have a) actually seen and tried the new ExpII and b) made sure you can get your hands on one, but having said that, I fully expect the new ExpII will be the watch to have/use as an everyday piece.

Manofsteelpt · 13 May 2011, 09:58 AM

I have a DSSD and also like the look of the new Ex... But I would never trade my DSSD in for it. Just my .02

Gharddog03 · 13 May 2011, 10:34 AM

Would not trade it. I would try to fund the Exp some other way.

sleddog · 13 May 2011, 10:51 AM

As much as I like the look of the new EXP II, a trade for the DSSD doesn't seem like a good choice...
However, it's your watch, what makes you the happiest is the way to go!

Best of luck on your choice!

horseco · 13 May 2011, 11:09 AM

they are both cartoonishly large...

CPD · 13 May 2011, 11:13 AM

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they are both cartoonishly large...

Seriously dude?? Obviously you've never tried on the DSSD because you don't know what you're talking about.

horseco · 13 May 2011, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by CPD

Seriously dude?? Obviously you've never tried on the DSSD because you don't know what you're talking about.

I have... its too big... unless you are an NFL lineman...

Yoda · 13 May 2011, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by horseco

I have... its too big... unless you are an NFL lineman...

Sorry had to laugh, that is funny.

CPD · 13 May 2011, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by horseco

I have... its too big... unless you are an NFL lineman...

I'm wearing it right now and no you don't have to be a lineman. You just have to be a man and not whine that it's too "top heavy" or the bracelet is "too tapered". Man, people just b@#$ and whine about dumb stuff. DSSD owners like myself don't want to hear grown men crying over grammar school nonsense, and we specially don't like our watch being insulted. What it all boils down to is the Rolex Deepsea is a man's man watch. If you can't wear it, then stick with the little 39mm watches.

horseco · 13 May 2011, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Yoda

Sorry had to laugh, that is funny.

I am humbled by your collection... my hat is off to you...

rfknauss · 13 May 2011, 11:33 AM

Mike, I would keep the DeepSea.

horseco · 13 May 2011, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by CPD

I'm wearing it right now and no you don't have to be a lineman. You just have to be a man and not whine that it's too "top heavy" or the bracelet is "too tapered". Man, people just b@#$ and whine about dumb stuff. DSSD owners like myself don't want to hear grown men crying over grammar school nonsense, and we specially don't like our watch is being insulted. What it all boils down to is the Rolex Deepsea is a man's man watch. If you can't wear it, then stick with the little 39mm watches.

Trust me, in 20 years the HUGE watch trend will be laughed at... like the giant sticker on a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am hood... a silly trend... Unless you are indeed an NFL lineman... then its cool...

Yoda · 13 May 2011, 11:36 AM

Anthony, my fave is the Daytona, I have the black dial with the gold sub dials. I think your set up is striking as well.

horseco · 13 May 2011, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Yoda

Anthony, my fave is the Daytona, I have the black dial with the gold sub dials. I think your set up is striking as well.

Any Paul Newman dial 116528, is awesome, but the Patek.... I must bow down...

DCgator · 13 May 2011, 11:49 AM

Keep the Deepsea and set aside funds for the new ExpII and buy it after the hysteria subsides.

Yoda · 13 May 2011, 11:51 AM

PP is nice. I wear all my watches on a weekly if not monthly basis. The AP is more of a weekend watch and it is big. I tend to collect things and get carried away. Bought a bicycle about two years for £1k and liked it. Now I have a Pinerello Dogma that cost me ten times as much with a Campy super 11 set up. I suppose I do not know when to stop!

horseco · 13 May 2011, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Yoda

PP is nice. I wear all my watches on a weekly if not monthly basis. The AP is more of a weekend watch and it is big. I tend to collect things and get carried away. Bought a bicycle about two years for £1k and liked it. Now I have a Pinerello Dogma that cost me ten times as much with a Campy super 11 set up. I suppose I do not know when to stop!

damn, now I wish I was wearing two hats, so I could take the second one off to you... hahahahah!!!

425ranger · 13 May 2011, 12:02 PM

E2 all day long.

Yoda · 13 May 2011, 12:03 PM

Back to the original post, I would keep the deepsea, not very often even now in London you see many in an AD's window where I see plenty on subs on my daily walk to work.

Manofsteelpt · 13 May 2011, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by CPD

I'm wearing it right now and no you don't have to be a lineman. You just have to be a man and not whine that it's too "top heavy" or the bracelet is "too tapered". Man, people just b@#$ and whine about dumb stuff. DSSD owners like myself don't want to hear grown men crying over grammar school nonsense, and we specially don't like our watch is being insulted. What it all boils down to is the Rolex Deepsea is a man's man watch. If you can't wear it, then stick with the little 39mm watches.

I don't notice the watch being "top heavy" and the bracelet seems perfect to me! It's BY FAR my favorite Rolex I have owned, and i've owned them all, including a WG Daytona and WG DD... I wouldn't trade my DSSD unless I could buy a WG Sub-c or Plat DD2! And even after that, I'd buy another DSSD!

CPD · 13 May 2011, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Manofsteelpt

I don't notice the watch being "top heavy" and the bracelet seems perfect to me! It's BY FAR my favorite Rolex I have owned, and i've owned them all, including a WG Daytona and WG DD... I wouldn't trade my DSSD unless I could buy a WG Sub-c or Plat DD2! And even after that, I'd buy another DSSD!

I own the Deepsea and it's the only Rolex I would ever own. I also don't find the DSSD "top heavy" and I don't have any problems with the bracelet at all. The Deepsea is crafted beautifully and is by far the best looking Rolex in my eyes.

And for the people who say that big watches are not gonna be popular in 20 years, I say quit smoking the crack pipe and come to reality. People been saying big watches are gonna be out since the 90's. Big watches are here to stay.

horseco · 13 May 2011, 12:31 PM

what NFL team did you say you played for???

Manofsteelpt · 13 May 2011, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by CPD

I own the Deepsea and it's the only Rolex I would ever own. I also don't find the DSSD "top heavy" and I don't have any problems with the bracelet at all. The Deepsea is crafted beautifully and is by far the best looking Rolex in my eyes.

And for the people who say that big watches are not gonna be popular in 20 years, I say quit smoking the crack pipe and come to reality.

It's def a GREAT watch... I wear mine all day, EVERY day. Ironically, the only time I DONT wear my DSSD is when i shower, lol

13 May 2011, 08:02 AM	#1
MikeJaye Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: London Posts: 675	DSSD or new Exp II? Given the choice what would you choose? I already own a DSSD but am considering flipping it when the new Explorers come out. Unfortunately I can't own both so if I want the new Exp II the DSSD has to go. I was pretty set on moving the DSSD on but now am not sure. I'm sure once the "newness" of the Exp II has worn off it will be just a run of the mill watch, whereas the DSSD will seem a bit more specialist and probably more rare. I know it's my choice but wondered what you guys would do...flip the DSSD or keep it? Cheers Mike

13 May 2011, 09:24 AM	#7
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	IMHO I would not flip the DSSD... I think you are correct in saying once the newness does wear off which it will you will still have a Rolex and will have lost $$ on the flip/trade. I would however hold off on this only because as mentioned none of us have seen (in the flesh) the new EXP II or tried one on and once this happens all common sense may let loose and we will all tell you to flip away I would certainly give it about a year as with any new release there will be premium pricing as well __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

13 May 2011, 10:51 AM	#11
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	As much as I like the look of the new EXP II, a trade for the DSSD doesn't seem like a good choice... However, it's your watch, what makes you the happiest is the way to go! Best of luck on your choice! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

13 May 2011, 11:33 AM	#18
rfknauss 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,497	Mike, I would keep the DeepSea. __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

13 May 2011, 12:02 PM	#25
425ranger "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Bill Location: MI Watch: Marathon SAR Posts: 102	E2 all day long. __________________ Sic as ye gie, sic wull ye get.

13 May 2011, 08:12 AM	#2
mactrack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: London, UK Watch: 116710LN Posts: 348	You will know for sure once you have had the opportunity to try the new EXPII on.

13 May 2011, 08:43 AM	#3
GEO_79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Georgian Location: Constanta_Romania Watch: 216570 Polar Posts: 904	I think u should go with the new exp ii

13 May 2011, 09:00 AM	#4
Sixxgrand1 Banned Join Date: May 2010 Location: Canada Watch: EXP I & II Posts: 825	Since NONE of us have actually worn the 42mm EXPII - you are asking a question which can not be answered....

13 May 2011, 09:06 AM	#5
Deacon211 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Alexandria, VA Watch: DSSD, Sub C, SD(F) Posts: 99	I must admit I've never been an Explorer fan but that not withstanding, the DSSD is really a watch like no other. It's not everything to everybody, but it would be my last watch to go. Deacon

13 May 2011, 09:21 AM	#6
Abid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV Watch: 16610LV Posts: 466	I would say flip it for the new EXP II. It seems your unhappy with the DSSD.

13 May 2011, 09:36 AM	#8
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Well, can't do much until you have a) actually seen and tried the new ExpII and b) made sure you can get your hands on one, but having said that, I fully expect the new ExpII will be the watch to have/use as an everyday piece.

13 May 2011, 09:58 AM	#9
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	I have a DSSD and also like the look of the new Ex... But I would never trade my DSSD in for it. Just my .02

13 May 2011, 10:34 AM	#10
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	Would not trade it. I would try to fund the Exp some other way.

13 May 2011, 11:09 AM	#12
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	they are both cartoonishly large...

13 May 2011, 11:36 AM	#20
Yoda Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London Watch: PP AP RM Posts: 794	Anthony, my fave is the Daytona, I have the black dial with the gold sub dials. I think your set up is striking as well.

13 May 2011, 11:49 AM	#22
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Keep the Deepsea and set aside funds for the new ExpII and buy it after the hysteria subsides.

13 May 2011, 11:51 AM	#23
Yoda Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London Watch: PP AP RM Posts: 794	PP is nice. I wear all my watches on a weekly if not monthly basis. The AP is more of a weekend watch and it is big. I tend to collect things and get carried away. Bought a bicycle about two years for £1k and liked it. Now I have a Pinerello Dogma that cost me ten times as much with a Campy super 11 set up. I suppose I do not know when to stop!

13 May 2011, 12:03 PM	#26
Yoda Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London Watch: PP AP RM Posts: 794	Back to the original post, I would keep the deepsea, not very often even now in London you see many in an AD's window where I see plenty on subs on my daily walk to work.

13 May 2011, 12:31 PM	#29
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	what NFL team did you say you played for???

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