ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

Z_Z · 12 May 2010, 02:03 PM

From what I've read the LV will probably be more desirable in future, but I'm no expert. However, even Rolex haters in the WIS community have a grudging respect for the SD.

The dial size of the SD is only 1mm smaller than that of the LV, but the SD looks noticeably smaller than the LV on the wrist. The SD also sits taller and heavier on the wrist and people have reported it to be less comfortable than the LV. On the plus side, the serrated edges of the SD bezel is more prominent making it look slightly better in that aspect. The SD also lacks the date magnifier thereby giving the dial a cleaner and more symmetrical look; others however think that the cyclops is the hallmark of a Rolex watch.

I have a Sea Dweller and I give it my vote because it was actually developed for deep sea diving and was the best diving watch, by far, of it's era. The LV on the other hand is a prettier watch but is symblic of Submariners transitioning from a tool watch to a luxury item.

SR3TG · 12 May 2010, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Art 1

I like the looks of the LV Sub much more than the SD.

Good idea - thanks.

Latrodectus · 12 May 2010, 02:36 PM

I voted for the Sub...green is beautiful

SR3TG · 12 May 2010, 02:39 PM

Thanks all for your thoughts.

George Ab · 12 May 2010, 03:09 PM

I had a Sea-dweller and now own an LV. I miss my Sea-dweller.

I prefer the look of the LV (except the cyclops), but miss the added weight of the Sea-dweller. Not too much, but just enough weight. Good luck on making the call…….tough, tough call.

Deep Sea is in transit to me.

Blueoctopus007 · 12 May 2010, 03:43 PM

Sea Dweller - Technically a better watch - 4000ft as opposed to 1000ft (Even though you never need this for scuba diving), no cyclops and I would get tired of the green.

JJ Irani · 12 May 2010, 04:16 PM

Neither - I say SS Sub-date 16610!!

Singslinger · 12 May 2010, 04:35 PM

I have both but if forced to choose, it'd be the SD. Until the Deepsea came along, the SD was Rolex's toughest watch and I like the absence of the Cyclops.

ersnyder · 12 May 2010, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superb

SD first and then a LV. That's what i did.

Me too and no regrets!

Friedl41 · 12 May 2010, 05:23 PM

SD - its my all time favourite ... if I would have to give up all my rolex watches (5513 (1968), Explorer 1 (1961 and 2008), Milgauss (2009) ... and my IWC's & Panerai's I would always keep the SD - perfect size, perfect weight ... it's the queen of the sub's and it's out of production now.

PhilM · 12 May 2010, 06:04 PM

Got to be another vote for the SD from me

philgb · 12 May 2010, 07:14 PM

Go for the SD - there's something cool about the "under the radar" look.

JPS · 12 May 2010, 07:32 PM

SD is a lovely watch but I moved it on and kept the LV. Far more comfortable as far as I'm concerned and versatile with the option to switch out bezels as others have duly noticed

Gerardus · 12 May 2010, 08:22 PM

LV for me, 100%.

matt.wu · 13 May 2010, 03:21 AM

Don't love the cyclops. I'd choose the SD.

BASSETHOUNDS · 13 May 2010, 03:27 AM

No doubt for me : the original SD by far !

alexxelor · 13 May 2010, 03:40 AM

together forever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

gone-rolex-mad · 13 May 2010, 04:52 PM

Sd

htc8p · 13 May 2010, 07:45 PM

i voted sea dweller. its the winner

Andad · 13 May 2010, 08:04 PM

I voted for the SD.

I like them both but the SD is the 'tough' one and that sets it apart from all the other subs IMO.

cdweller · 13 May 2010, 11:12 PM

LV! Love that maxi dial! It is reminiscent of the vintage subs!

Redrubicon · 14 May 2010, 03:09 AM

I own the LV so I'm biased.

When shopping I found that the sub just 'felt' better on my wrist. Also I like the cyclops....and after getting used to that I don't think I could own a watch without it. I know some folks don't like the look...but I think is pretty cool and makes the watch look more meaningful.

gettocard · 14 May 2010, 05:49 AM

Bought the SD,sold it to make funds for an LV,sold it after two months to make funds for an IWC,sold it after 6 months to make funds for a 14060M,sold it.
Guess wich one I'm buying back now ??? The SD !!! Get it while it's around !!! You can't fault that watch. You will find it absolutely thick and heavy,tough to wear during hot weather and......you'll just love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The main reason why I'm buying it back is that it was the watch I was wearing during my wedding. And I'm soooo lucky to say that it's actually THAT watch I'm buying back !!!!

matt.wu · 14 May 2010, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hooliganhooker

My decision process went like this...
- Must have iconic Rolex...
- Submariner
- HATE the cyclops...
- Like the date...
(Did I say hate the cyclops?)
- Sea Dweller!!!

Most people won't know the difference and if they ask, tell 'em "it's the new Submariner 2.0 that I'm beta testing."

Happy hunting!

I'm generally in the same boat, that's why I have the SD.

I do often long for the decreased case height and maxi dial/hands of the LV. I've searched and searched for pictures of the LV with cyclops removed, but can't find any.

Can anyone point me in the right direction?

N_Swe · 20 May 2010, 02:40 AM

Welshwatchman · 20 May 2010, 03:13 AM

The SD is a true classic design but I have to agree with Mike.

LV with the black insert.

Name: aug09-lv.jpg
Views: 91
Size: 196.6 KB

tgoose1 · 20 May 2010, 03:52 AM

Would have to agree with Paul above, added benefit is the LV, for most, is more comfortable to wear year round.

alexxelor · 20 May 2010, 05:32 AM

I would like them all

Puffy · 26 May 2010, 11:09 PM

LV for me...

Traveler · 27 May 2010, 01:40 PM

The LV.

View Poll Results: LV Sub or original Sea Dweller? (Both brand new)
LV Sub	92	41.44%
Original Sea Dweller	130	58.56%
Voters: 222. You may not vote on this poll

12 May 2010, 02:36 PM	#33
Latrodectus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,043	I voted for the Sub...green is beautiful __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

12 May 2010, 03:09 PM	#35
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	I had a Sea-dweller and now own an LV. I miss my Sea-dweller. I prefer the look of the LV (except the cyclops), but miss the added weight of the Sea-dweller. Not too much, but just enough weight. Good luck on making the call…….tough, tough call. Deep Sea is in transit to me. __________________

12 May 2010, 03:43 PM	#36
Blueoctopus007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: London, UK Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 163	Sea Dweller - Technically a better watch - 4000ft as opposed to 1000ft (Even though you never need this for scuba diving), no cyclops and I would get tired of the green. __________________ DEEPSEA SEA-DWELLER 116660 V SERIES DAYTONA SS 116520 V SERIES SEA-DWELLER 16600 V SERIES

12 May 2010, 04:16 PM	#37
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Neither - I say SS Sub-date 16610!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

12 May 2010, 02:03 PM	#31
Z_Z "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: India Posts: 70	From what I've read the LV will probably be more desirable in future, but I'm no expert. However, even Rolex haters in the WIS community have a grudging respect for the SD. The dial size of the SD is only 1mm smaller than that of the LV, but the SD looks noticeably smaller than the LV on the wrist. The SD also sits taller and heavier on the wrist and people have reported it to be less comfortable than the LV. On the plus side, the serrated edges of the SD bezel is more prominent making it look slightly better in that aspect. The SD also lacks the date magnifier thereby giving the dial a cleaner and more symmetrical look; others however think that the cyclops is the hallmark of a Rolex watch. I have a Sea Dweller and I give it my vote because it was actually developed for deep sea diving and was the best diving watch, by far, of it's era. The LV on the other hand is a prettier watch but is symblic of Submariners transitioning from a tool watch to a luxury item.

12 May 2010, 02:39 PM	#34
SR3TG Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 59	Thanks all for your thoughts.

12 May 2010, 04:35 PM	#38
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	I have both but if forced to choose, it'd be the SD. Until the Deepsea came along, the SD was Rolex's toughest watch and I like the absence of the Cyclops.

12 May 2010, 05:23 PM	#40
Friedl41 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: SLF41 Location: Spain Watch: Changes Posts: 1,053	SD - its my all time favourite ... if I would have to give up all my rolex watches (5513 (1968), Explorer 1 (1961 and 2008), Milgauss (2009) ... and my IWC's & Panerai's I would always keep the SD - perfect size, perfect weight ... it's the queen of the sub's and it's out of production now.

12 May 2010, 06:04 PM	#41
PhilM "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Phil Location: London Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,765	Got to be another vote for the SD from me

12 May 2010, 07:14 PM	#42
philgb Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: london Watch: 16610 16600 Posts: 33	Go for the SD - there's something cool about the "under the radar" look.

12 May 2010, 07:32 PM	#43
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,360	SD is a lovely watch but I moved it on and kept the LV. Far more comfortable as far as I'm concerned and versatile with the option to switch out bezels as others have duly noticed

12 May 2010, 08:22 PM	#44
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	LV for me, 100%. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

13 May 2010, 03:21 AM	#45
matt.wu "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bay Area, CA, USA Posts: 884	Don't love the cyclops. I'd choose the SD.

13 May 2010, 03:27 AM	#46
BASSETHOUNDS Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Tristan Location: GIRONA , SPAIN Watch: 116520/660/710/334 Posts: 7,147	No doubt for me : the original SD by far !

13 May 2010, 03:40 AM	#47
alexxelor Banned Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: alessandro Location: ROMA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 675	together forever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

13 May 2010, 04:52 PM	#48
gone-rolex-mad "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Andalucia Spain Watch: WG daydate-Daytona Posts: 1,338	Sd __________________ Choose to allocate your time to imbeciles at your peril!

13 May 2010, 07:45 PM	#49
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	i voted sea dweller. its the winner

13 May 2010, 08:04 PM	#50
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,533	I voted for the SD. I like them both but the SD is the 'tough' one and that sets it apart from all the other subs IMO. Attached Images __________________ E

13 May 2010, 11:12 PM	#51
cdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: PA Watch: SubLV, 1665 Rail Posts: 1,054	LV! Love that maxi dial! It is reminiscent of the vintage subs!

14 May 2010, 03:09 AM	#52
Redrubicon Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: Maryland Watch: and see. Posts: 88	I own the LV so I'm biased. When shopping I found that the sub just 'felt' better on my wrist. Also I like the cyclops....and after getting used to that I don't think I could own a watch without it. I know some folks don't like the look...but I think is pretty cool and makes the watch look more meaningful.

14 May 2010, 05:49 AM	#53
gettocard Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: EU Watch: them come and go.. Posts: 2,052	Bought the SD,sold it to make funds for an LV,sold it after two months to make funds for an IWC,sold it after 6 months to make funds for a 14060M,sold it. Guess wich one I'm buying back now ??? The SD !!! Get it while it's around !!! You can't fault that watch. You will find it absolutely thick and heavy,tough to wear during hot weather and......you'll just love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!! The main reason why I'm buying it back is that it was the watch I was wearing during my wedding. And I'm soooo lucky to say that it's actually THAT watch I'm buying back !!!!

20 May 2010, 02:40 AM	#55
N_Swe "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sweden Posts: 193	This one

20 May 2010, 03:13 AM	#56
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	The SD is a true classic design but I have to agree with Mike. LV with the black insert. __________________ ..33

20 May 2010, 03:52 AM	#57
tgoose1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Louisiana Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 668	Would have to agree with Paul above, added benefit is the LV, for most, is more comfortable to wear year round.

20 May 2010, 05:32 AM	#58
alexxelor Banned Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: alessandro Location: ROMA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 675	I would like them all

26 May 2010, 11:09 PM	#59
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	LV for me... __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

27 May 2010, 01:40 PM	#60
Traveler Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 374	The LV.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)