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Danny83 · 30 October 2015, 10:50 PM

Id go with the newer one

1flossedm3 · 30 October 2015, 11:21 PM

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I think it's going to be the SDc. Now I need to go try them on at a dealer. (Even though I feel bad since I would never buy new MSRP from a Rolex dealer lol)

sebastien1975 · 31 October 2015, 12:06 AM

SD4000 for me. Had it since the first month of its release and it is still my favorite Rolex in steel.

mitchellb2005 · 31 October 2015, 12:37 AM

I love the RolexRolex engraving, Cermaic bezel, and clasp, so you know my choice.

mailman · 31 October 2015, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by 1flossedm3

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I think it's going to be the SDc. Now I need to go try them on at a dealer. (Even though I feel bad since I would never buy new MSRP from a Rolex dealer lol)

Go to Fox. Have lunch on Broadway. Look for a watch online in the process. Great day

1flossedm3 · 31 October 2015, 01:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mailman

Go to Fox. Have lunch on Broadway. Look for a watch online in the process. Great day

Hell of an idea you have there.

nyc2la · 31 October 2015, 03:17 AM

SDc is the right answer, IMHO. The many benefits mentioned above easily make it worth the extra $1500.

Once you get the right fit on the SDc, it's very, very comfortable. Removing the diver's extension made a big positive difference for me. The watch just feels so solid, and it's an engineering feat, too.

Good luck in your decision.

Armyguy03 · 31 October 2015, 03:57 AM

Classic for me!

GB-man · 31 October 2015, 04:27 AM

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Originally Posted by 1flossedm3

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I think it's going to be the SDc. Now I need to go try them on at a dealer. (Even though I feel bad since I would never buy new MSRP from a Rolex dealer lol)

No need to feel bad at all. Do what I do. Before leaving make them a polite offer at TRF pricing. They might just take it as the sdc isn't a big seller. Worked for me.

tkerrmd · 31 October 2015, 04:33 AM

Much prefer the newer version

spooner1 · 31 October 2015, 07:40 AM

SDc for sure.
Sold my older SD and now owning the ceramic. Great watch 👍

mudd · 31 October 2015, 09:10 AM

Having owned both I would strongly suggest the SDc. The 16600 never really balanced well for me and the upgrades on the newer version are amazing. It fits and balances extemely well primarily due to the bracelet. I flipped a sub for it and have no issues regarding the height of this peice. It fits fine under all of my tailored shirts. The added bonus is when the sun hits it the semi matte dial at the perfect angle....wow... hard to go wrong.

Muzz · 31 October 2015, 10:20 AM

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Tell it Steve!!!

That dial's like a chameleon

absolutely wonderful dial!!! The tipping point for me was seeing yours!! Such a perfect package that is modern. It has been said many times here but it is probably the nicest SS offering in the lineup. In fact it could fit the bill as a one watch only piece.

mailman · 31 October 2015, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Muzz

absolutely wonderful dial!!! The tipping point for me was seeing yours!! Such a perfect package that is modern. It has been said many times here but it is probably the nicest SS offering in the lineup. In fact it could fit the bill as a one watch only piece.

Here's another one for Ryan

MahdiyaDad · 31 October 2015, 08:15 PM

Makes for a nice dinner companion too.

presario · 31 October 2015, 08:34 PM

Hands down SD4K. That watch has mad presence on the wrist and the clasp alone is worth the price. You will love it.

Ed Rooney · 1 November 2015, 02:35 AM

I would go 116600. I have a 16600, and probably wouldn't go for an upgrade unless the price was right, but buying new, too much good stuff on the new version to ignore.

fishingbear · 1 November 2015, 02:45 AM

I had both and ended up selling the 16600 because I didn't ever wear it after I fell in love with the 116600.

jt- · 1 November 2015, 03:35 AM

Old version for me. I guess it all depends though. If we're talking pure aesthetics in terms of proportions, looks better with NATO's and straps and understated coolness - than its the previous version (bonus points for lugs holes). If on the other hand you want more wrist presence and a shinier overall nice piece of jewelry (i.e less of the tool watch essence) with superior build quality than choose the current model.

Pmt2 · 16 September 2016, 04:04 PM

I flipped my 114060 for the SD4000 and I'm so happy I did. It's the perfect Rolex in my opinion. It's classy, and rugged at the same time. You will not be disappointed!

Token74 · 16 September 2016, 06:00 PM

I've had both and it's the 116600 for me.

I really liked the 16600 and to look at it's a great watch, but I never found the balance was quite right; the 116600 seems to sit better.

Also, the bracelet on the 116600 is so superior that words can't describe it, and the fully graduated bezel is simply wonderful.

I'm still a big fan of the 16600 but the 116600 wins by a distance.

shoppy · 16 September 2016, 06:29 PM

The SD4c, is the most comfortable ceramic in the diving range, different case helps. The one sea dweller was nice but the new one runs circles around it.

RolexLuthor · 16 September 2016, 11:29 PM

First time poster here but had to make my debut on this point! Go with the new SD4K, machined to perfection! The contrast of the ceramic and matte dial really makes it pop in the right light! Plus if you go pre-owned its the best bang for buck you can get for a Rolex diver! Mines a keeper for life!

cataby · 17 September 2016, 12:52 AM

Old school for me. I am probably the only one on here that feels this way, but I did not like the ROLEXROLEXROLEX around the dial (we get it, its a Rolex). I don't like how busy the bezel is with all the extra hash marks.

It was a tough call though as I REALLY like that new bracelet.

But in the end, the face was just to busy on the new one (for me) to spend the extra money for it (and I still don't understand the improved utility of the Ceramic bezel, have yet to read why that is better).

But would be happy with either, they are both great watches.

milwatch126 · 17 September 2016, 04:04 AM

I own both, and both have their place. The old one will be worth more than the new one very soon. If I had to sell one it would be the new one as a mint older one would be much harder to pick up. For the Perfect watch you would swap in the new bracelet to the older watch��!

Watchgeek5000 · 17 September 2016, 04:58 AM

I can get the new 116600 to fit my wrist properly, but not the older 16600.

JJL · 17 September 2016, 05:30 AM

I'm a huge fan of both of these. I constantly go back and forth with which one I may pick up one day... and which one would fit into my collection best. I currently have a vintage 1680 Red Sub and a 16622 Yacht-Master - ones vintage, ones a little dressier, and adding a Sea-Dweller would be a perfect beater for everyday use since it's a tank. I also love the idea of a matte dialed 16660 but the triple 6 and 1665 start getting expensive.

My question was, you mentioned a $1500 discrepancy in price. Is that a current offer you have available or the going rate on the used market? From what I remember the 16600 are readily available for a little over 5k, and I thought the SDc was more than $6500-7? I haven't been following prices though

Good luck whatever you decide, they are both fantastic pieces.

31 October 2015, 03:17 AM	#37
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,424	SDc is the right answer, IMHO. The many benefits mentioned above easily make it worth the extra $1500. Once you get the right fit on the SDc, it's very, very comfortable. Removing the diver's extension made a big positive difference for me. The watch just feels so solid, and it's an engineering feat, too. Good luck in your decision. __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

31 October 2015, 03:57 AM	#38
Armyguy03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: DM[V] Watch: 16710 \| 16600 Posts: 3,546	Classic for me! __________________ Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

31 October 2015, 08:15 PM	#45
MahdiyaDad "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Here and there Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 196	Makes for a nice dinner companion too. Attached Images

31 October 2015, 08:34 PM	#46
presario "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Andrew Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,428	Hands down SD4K. That watch has mad presence on the wrist and the clasp alone is worth the price. You will love it. __________________

1 November 2015, 02:35 AM	#47
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	Dwelling. Sea-Dweller 116600 vs 16600 I would go 116600. I have a 16600, and probably wouldn't go for an upgrade unless the price was right, but buying new, too much good stuff on the new version to ignore.

30 October 2015, 10:50 PM	#31
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,312	Id go with the newer one

30 October 2015, 11:21 PM	#32
1flossedm3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Ryan Location: Upstate, NY Watch: TT Sub Posts: 238	Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I think it's going to be the SDc. Now I need to go try them on at a dealer. (Even though I feel bad since I would never buy new MSRP from a Rolex dealer lol)

31 October 2015, 12:06 AM	#33
sebastien1975 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Sebastien Location: South East Asia Posts: 788	SD4000 for me. Had it since the first month of its release and it is still my favorite Rolex in steel.

31 October 2015, 12:37 AM	#34
mitchellb2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Mitchell Location: DFW, TX Watch: 16622 Posts: 198	I love the RolexRolex engraving, Cermaic bezel, and clasp, so you know my choice.

31 October 2015, 04:33 AM	#40
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	Much prefer the newer version

31 October 2015, 07:40 AM	#41
spooner1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Netherlands Posts: 59	SDc for sure. Sold my older SD and now owning the ceramic. Great watch 👍

31 October 2015, 09:10 AM	#42
mudd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Texas Watch: 114060 Posts: 435	Having owned both I would strongly suggest the SDc. The 16600 never really balanced well for me and the upgrades on the newer version are amazing. It fits and balances extemely well primarily due to the bracelet. I flipped a sub for it and have no issues regarding the height of this peice. It fits fine under all of my tailored shirts. The added bonus is when the sun hits it the semi matte dial at the perfect angle....wow... hard to go wrong.

1 November 2015, 02:45 AM	#48
fishingbear 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: George Location: Alabama Watch: GMTsSubLVEx2SDDayt Posts: 4,549	I had both and ended up selling the 16600 because I didn't ever wear it after I fell in love with the 116600.

1 November 2015, 03:35 AM	#49
jt- "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: John Location: Toronto Posts: 171	Old version for me. I guess it all depends though. If we're talking pure aesthetics in terms of proportions, looks better with NATO's and straps and understated coolness - than its the previous version (bonus points for lugs holes). If on the other hand you want more wrist presence and a shinier overall nice piece of jewelry (i.e less of the tool watch essence) with superior build quality than choose the current model.

16 September 2016, 04:04 PM	#50
Pmt2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,145	I flipped my 114060 for the SD4000 and I'm so happy I did. It's the perfect Rolex in my opinion. It's classy, and rugged at the same time. You will not be disappointed! Attached Images

16 September 2016, 06:00 PM	#51
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	I've had both and it's the 116600 for me. I really liked the 16600 and to look at it's a great watch, but I never found the balance was quite right; the 116600 seems to sit better. Also, the bracelet on the 116600 is so superior that words can't describe it, and the fully graduated bezel is simply wonderful. I'm still a big fan of the 16600 but the 116600 wins by a distance. __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

16 September 2016, 06:29 PM	#52
shoppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Watch: OP and daytona Posts: 1,783	The SD4c, is the most comfortable ceramic in the diving range, different case helps. The one sea dweller was nice but the new one runs circles around it. __________________ My family are my life and spirit and strength... Rolex daytona, YMs, OPs Z blue, subs, GMTs, Daydates, Omega Snoopy, chornomaster, apollo 8, ATs, POs, PP, JLC, VC, Swatch ,Casio, Timex.

16 September 2016, 11:29 PM	#53
RolexLuthor "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: London Watch: Seadweller 116600 Posts: 202	First time poster here but had to make my debut on this point! Go with the new SD4K, machined to perfection! The contrast of the ceramic and matte dial really makes it pop in the right light! Plus if you go pre-owned its the best bang for buck you can get for a Rolex diver! Mines a keeper for life!

17 September 2016, 12:52 AM	#54
cataby "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: midwest Watch: sea dweller Posts: 120	Old school for me. I am probably the only one on here that feels this way, but I did not like the ROLEXROLEXROLEX around the dial (we get it, its a Rolex). I don't like how busy the bezel is with all the extra hash marks. It was a tough call though as I REALLY like that new bracelet. But in the end, the face was just to busy on the new one (for me) to spend the extra money for it (and I still don't understand the improved utility of the Ceramic bezel, have yet to read why that is better). But would be happy with either, they are both great watches.

17 September 2016, 04:04 AM	#55
milwatch126 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: Emerald Island Watch: 1962, 5512 Posts: 180	I own both, and both have their place. The old one will be worth more than the new one very soon. If I had to sell one it would be the new one as a mint older one would be much harder to pick up. For the Perfect watch you would swap in the new bracelet to the older watch��!

17 September 2016, 04:58 AM	#56
Watchgeek5000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Brooklyn USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,622	I can get the new 116600 to fit my wrist properly, but not the older 16600.

17 September 2016, 05:30 AM	#57
JJL "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: US Watch: 1680 Red & 16622 Posts: 2,449	I'm a huge fan of both of these. I constantly go back and forth with which one I may pick up one day... and which one would fit into my collection best. I currently have a vintage 1680 Red Sub and a 16622 Yacht-Master - ones vintage, ones a little dressier, and adding a Sea-Dweller would be a perfect beater for everyday use since it's a tank. I also love the idea of a matte dialed 16660 but the triple 6 and 1665 start getting expensive. My question was, you mentioned a $1500 discrepancy in price. Is that a current offer you have available or the going rate on the used market? From what I remember the 16600 are readily available for a little over 5k, and I thought the SDc was more than $6500-7? I haven't been following prices though Good luck whatever you decide, they are both fantastic pieces.

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