Seadweller Dilemma

[andy2518]

Thinking of swapping my Seadweller 16600 (pictured bellow) for a 1979 Seadweller 1665 (also picture bellow)

Mine is a 2006 Z serial, full set, with service papers dated Nov 2014

The one I'm thinking about is the 1665 great white, watch only. All original bar the bezel insert.

The thinking is my watch plus £3000..... I know where my heart lies but I'm trying to think practically as well. What do we all think?

[Chewbacca]

i would do it if the GW is kosher.

seems like a fair deal.


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[Meme-Dweller]

I would say no because of the lack of paperwork/box. Your Z serial seems to have clearly been taken care of/cared for more.

[Onceupon]

I would keep what you currently have, but that I just me.

Do what your heart says :)

[traf]

Not sure about the value of complete set, but great whites generally are worth substantially more than your generation SD. Ask yourself what the intended purpose of this watch will be to you. Do you plan on swimming with this watch? Or will you feel compelled to buy another for wet duties?


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[Meme-Dweller]

Originally Posted by traf

whites generally are worth substantially more than your generation

Edgy.

[andy2518]

It will be a weekend wearer, will never see the water :)

[Dr. Robert]

Keep yours

[andy2518]

Thanks for the comments, always helps to get outside clarity

[jdmi32]

Need to see more pics of the 1665 as well as the first few digits of the serial number. Insert has been changed as noted but the original super dome crystal has also been replaced. For vintage, originality/period correct parts are a huge factor in determining price.

[ap1]

I'd hold

[sea-dweller]

I'd keep the SD you have.

[traf]

Originally Posted by Meme-Dweller

Edgy.

Solid troll there sir


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[Vintage12]

Have the pleasure of both, while the 1665 is a cool watch it doesn't get anything like the wrist time of the 16600. Don't know why, but the 16600 is my default "go-to" watch amongst many. I think you'll regret letting it go, especially a full set. Suggest save your pennies and add the 1665 later if you can. Good luck!

[Duke84]

Keep the one you have.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by Vintage12

Have the pleasure of both, while the 1665 is a cool watch it doesn't get anything like the wrist time of the 16600. Don't know why, but the 16600 is my default "go-to" watch amongst many. I think you'll regret letting it go, especially a full set. Suggest save your pennies and add the 1665 later if you can. Good luck!

I think I would listen to the guy that has both...makes sense to me.

[rootbeer7]

if you can't keep both then do it!! Love mine

[KeithP]

I'd stay put

[roadie1]

Keep what you have and save for the 1665! Good luck! I do love those old SD's though!

[gregmoeck]

Big mistake to get rid of yours

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Vintage12

Have the pleasure of both, while the 1665 is a cool watch it doesn't get anything like the wrist time of the 16600. Don't know why, but the 16600 is my default "go-to" watch amongst many. I think you'll regret letting it go, especially a full set. Suggest save your pennies and add the 1665 later if you can. Good luck!

There's your answer

[ferrissteve11]

I'd hold onto your SD and pick up an older one down the road. I've played the vintage game for a while, but than got into the newer pieces and haven't looked back.

[aced75]

Keep the one you have for sure.

[andy2518]

Update, the 1665 is from the original owner, with a recent service, confirmed all original apart from bezel insert