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Heringsdorf · 9 February 2018, 06:19 AM

I noticed that the Sea-Dweller 116600 was made with two different styles of finish on the inside of the clasp.
I know that the ones made in 2014 had the ‘sandblasted’ finish and later Rolex changed to the polished finish.
Anybody knows when they changed, and why?

Cru Jones · 9 February 2018, 06:27 AM

SD wasn't the only one, they all did (quite a few threads out there).

As for why? Your guess is as good as anybody's. ;-)

watchwatcher · 9 February 2018, 08:05 AM

What he said.

Adam K. · 9 February 2018, 08:13 AM

Just a guess as to why...possibly to minimize the (already minimal) chance of rust or corrosion attacking the inner clasp elements under regular exposure to water, and particularly, saline water. The smoother, highly polished surfaces seem to resist oxidation a bit better than matte or sandblasted ones...at least in my experiences.

9 February 2018, 06:19 AM	#1
Heringsdorf "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Arizona Posts: 37	Different style finish on sea-dweller clasp I noticed that the Sea-Dweller 116600 was made with two different styles of finish on the inside of the clasp. I know that the ones made in 2014 had the ‘sandblasted’ finish and later Rolex changed to the polished finish. Anybody knows when they changed, and why? Attached Images

9 February 2018, 06:27 AM	#2
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,313	SD wasn't the only one, they all did (quite a few threads out there). As for why? Your guess is as good as anybody's. ;-)

9 February 2018, 08:05 AM	#3
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,055	What he said.

9 February 2018, 08:13 AM	#4
Adam K. Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: WA Watch: All the Oysters Posts: 811	Just a guess as to why...possibly to minimize the (already minimal) chance of rust or corrosion attacking the inner clasp elements under regular exposure to water, and particularly, saline water. The smoother, highly polished surfaces seem to resist oxidation a bit better than matte or sandblasted ones...at least in my experiences.

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