Sea Dweller

[charlwilly]

Having just got my first Rolex (sea dweller) i was a little dissapointed, to me the SS bracelet sounds a little tinny and cheap, the watch looks great though.

Having migrated from a TAG link which was nice and heavy with know tinny bracelet sound

Does any one else feel like this? or ist just me.

Thanks,
Lee

[jac67]

It may feel this way because the watch head is so bulky.

I am assuming the watch is ALL genuine Rolex and still has its original Rolex 93160/93260 bracelet.


John.

[frostie]

Welcome to TRF. The SD is a solid watch. I think that rolex bracelets are solid and not cheap looking at all. Please post some pics

[Solar]

I think I know what you mean. My SD makes a bit of a squeaking noise when it rattles, like it needs a drop of oil in the links. My GMT (Z series 16710) has a bracelet rattle that would make you wonder if it was genuine. It is.

However, the SD has the thickest links of any Rolex sport model, thicker still than the Sub. Why the rattling noise, I imagine its something to do with the link-pin arrangements. Have to ask a bracelet maker. You have an excellent watch in the SD.

Best,

C

[Welshwatchman]

Hi Lee,

The clasp is a little tinny but the watch is a classic.

Pics please.

[SPACE-DWELLER]

Welcome to TRF!

I have had both the SS Sub Date and SD and I would tend to agree with you. Now owning the SS GMT IIc with SOLID centre links and improved clasp, the "standard" Oyster bracelets do feel very light, even "cheap". But let there be no doubt about the fact that the standard Oyster bracelets are VERY sturdy, indeed.

But I would have a hard time getting used to wearing a Rolex with the standard Oyster bracelet now that I am used to the updated ones (the SS Daytona bracelet is also solid).

[vukotab]

Listen to Bo,he is an expert.And don`t forget one thing:you have a wonderful watch, enjoy it!
Oh,and welcome to TRF!

[steel4me]

I am only a fan of the Sports SS models, all in steel. I am not into diamonds or president watches or anything fancy. For me 70% of the appeal is in the watch's bracelet. It is the bracelet that makes the SS models look tough, the models themselves are not that sturdy looking when compared to other watches but that steel bracelet just adds the shiny cornw to the watches. I saw at my AD, one GMT and one SEA DWELLER and both had leather straps and they really looked crappy to me, incomplete and pretty disgusting .....

[Gil F.]

I have an SD and feel like it's a very solid, heavy tank of a watch. I love how it looks. Rolex uses the highest grade steel against corrosion and no other watchmaker does this ...the steel Rolex uses is about 3 times as expensive as that used in other SS watches, if that makes you feel better.

I know what you mean, though ..the bracelet feels much lighter than the watch head and it does rattle slightly sometimes (but not when I'm wearing it).

I think you should be proud of owning a great watch! Enjoy it and wear it in good health.

Welcome to TRF ...these guys are experts and very helpful here.

[Gil F.]

I have an SD and feel like it's a very solid, heavy tank of a watch. I love how it looks. Rolex uses the highest grade steel against corrosion and no other watchmaker does this ...the steel Rolex uses is about 3 times as expensive as that used in other SS watches, if that makes you feel better.

I know what you mean, though ..the bracelet feels much lighter than the watch head and it does rattle slightly sometimes (but not when I'm wearing it).

I think you should be proud of owning a great watch! Enjoy it and wear it in good health.

Welcome to TRF ...these guys are experts and very helpful here.

[coz]

I bought the Calibre S about a month ago. I got my Sub for X-mas. Both bought brand new from an AD I had my father try on both and we both agree, the Tag bracelet seems more solid and certainly has a better polish, smoother, and no sharp edges. The Tag is much more comfortable on my wrist. Kind of a surprise for me, but I won't be returning my Sub any time soon.

[CoopJr]

At an AD or did you buy it sight unseen from a grey dealer? Just curious

[steel4me]

I have a brand new SD also. I think since you're holding the watch head in your hand, it weighs more than others and you feel the watch head being heavy. the next thing you touch is the bracelet and since you touched or are feeling something heavy, the bracelt seems light in comparison to the watch head, and ofcourse it is .... but I bet if you take the bracelt off and weigh it, it would weigh very similar to other SS SUB models.... it is just a trick of the mind that mkes you think the bracelt is too puny, because the head is way heavier in comparison to the bracelet and othre subs

[coz]

Yes............W Hartford Ct. Actually I was with my boss He bought three that day. Gave one to me

[Gedanken]

Compared to a bracelet with solid centre links, the feel of the SD's bracelet does come off as a bit unrefined, and the clasp doesn't feel as solid as some others out there either. That's not to say that it's not a well-constructed bracelet, but it's one of the reasons I've now got a hankering for a GMT-II-C.

[Dan Pierce]

I have a Tudor chrono with possibly the largest oyster case Rolex made. Even bigger than the SD. The bracelet is the 78360 model found on the Daytona, Exp II, and GMT. I agree most other brands have outdone Rolex in the robust bracelet and clasp departments. Having said that, the oyster bracelet is tough as nails and has been a workhorse for decades.
Yes, a heavier, solid link, milled clasp design would be an improvement but adjusted correctly the traditional design wears great. Kinda like a watch with a display back. Once it's worn you forget about it.
dP

[Hamilton Carvalho]

When I bought my SD 3 years ago, I questioned Rolex about the bracelet. I was told that the watch is designed for professional divers, and it wouldn't be a good idea to have a watch with a bracelet that weight a ton while you're diving with it. I guess it make sense.

[tsmack]

If and when the Sub and SD get the bracelet from the Daytona or GMT IIC watch out. They will be awesome.

[cbsmohai]

Nothing wrong with a bracelet with hollow links on an already heavy watch.

[CPCC]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

I have a Tudor chrono with possibly the largest oyster case Rolex made. Even bigger than the SD. The bracelet is the 78360 model found on the Daytona, Exp II, and GMT. I agree most other brands have outdone Rolex in the robust bracelet and clasp departments. Having said that, the oyster bracelet is tough as nails and has been a workhorse for decades.
Yes, a heavier, solid link, milled clasp design would be an improvement but adjusted correctly the traditional design wears great. Kinda like a watch with a display back. Once it's worn you forget about it.
dP

Nice watch.