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HRFdez · 10 June 2013, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack T

The replies here are interesting, and perplexing.

One person says go with the SD, they can not stand black subs! ? Huh ? Not sure I follow the logic there; after all, visually at least, the SD is just a big oi' Sub, isn't it?

Another says the SD isn't for everyone, implying the Sub is more suitable for, and more acceptable to a wider audience. Perhaps. But again, other than size, what really distinguishes the two watches? At least he recommended trying them on, the most essential and important pre purchase task for a buyer.

One is out of production vs a current model, ok, I'll go with that. And yes, Subs are considerably more prevalent, but, hey, they are theeee definitive dive/sport watch out there, are they not? Btw, I vote Sub.

Well, you are seeking opinions, right? There you go

alubin · 10 June 2013, 01:31 PM

Both would be great, but as a first I would say sub-c. The glidelock really makes the decision much easier and has spoiled other rolex's for me.

Watchdog · 10 June 2013, 01:32 PM

Sub C.

Alexth1 · 10 June 2013, 02:03 PM

Sub

Broker Boy · 11 June 2013, 12:32 AM

Sub

beshannon · 11 June 2013, 12:54 AM

Which one do you want?

jvo300 · 11 June 2013, 01:11 AM

I think the newer Seadweller looks dated. If you want something truly collectible and vintage go with an old 1665. If you want a fresh modern look go with a SubC.

bridgs · 11 June 2013, 03:51 AM

I vote SD.

closey · 11 June 2013, 03:54 AM

I'd have to vote SD, or 16610, imho ceramic is for ornaments.

Good luck in your decision

Sam Philip · 11 June 2013, 04:00 AM

Sd

tobmis01 · 11 June 2013, 04:09 AM

My opinion - Sub first. It will distract you from everything else until you have one. First it's SD or Sub. If you get the SD next will be GMT or Sub? And so on. Get the Sub now and improve your focus later. That what I've found at least.

petenyc · 11 June 2013, 04:15 AM

sub c

Jack T · 11 June 2013, 04:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HRFdez

Well, you are seeking opinions, right? There you go

You are correct, people are expressing their opinions, it's just that I was unable to understand the basis of one or two. Like the person who dislikes all black/SS Subs - with the exception of 4mm in case size, they are remarkably similar to the SD, so why the aversion?

Another says the SD is not for everyone - well, no watch is for everyone; what does the poster think are the distinguishing characteristics of the SD that tend to make it attractive to a much smaller audience?

Otherwise, I like all threads that pitch one watch vs another.

tkerrmd · 11 June 2013, 06:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jackwebb

I can't stand the black sub's so I would have go with a SD.

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boy are you on the wrong forum

to OP

subC all the new goodies!

I have both so cant go wrong!

Chainring · 11 June 2013, 10:11 AM

I don't have either but if I was choosing between the two, I'd pick the Sub C because I like the meatier look of the thicker lugs plus the new glide lock clasp. But I would love to have a '67 DRSD some day.

petedevil · 11 June 2013, 11:08 AM

First off, thanks for all the replies. Somebody here asked which I prefer so here is my answer. I own 2 restaurants and a bar and I work about 80 to 90 hours a week. And when I say I work, I do everything from cook, dish, maintenance, server, busser and bartender, etc... I tell you that because I really like the SD but obviously it doesn't have a ceramic bezel and I am afraid I will scratch the heck out of the old style. But on the flip side, if I ever crack the ceramic bezel on the SubC then I have a much larger expense to repair. My buddy and I were joking about it (he has 3) and he said buy the SD and then buy another good knock off to wear at work. Frightening thought but he might be on to something. Ugh!

subtona · 12 June 2013, 01:18 AM

Sd....here

MindGame · 12 June 2013, 01:30 AM

Another vote for the SD

11 June 2013, 12:54 AM	#36
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12 June 2013, 01:18 AM	#47
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	Sd....here Attached Images __________________

10 June 2013, 01:31 PM	#32
alubin "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: USA Watch: All please! Posts: 1,042	Both would be great, but as a first I would say sub-c. The glidelock really makes the decision much easier and has spoiled other rolex's for me.

10 June 2013, 01:32 PM	#33
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,822	Sub C.

10 June 2013, 02:03 PM	#34
Alexth1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Alex Location: California Watch: 116234 Posts: 144	Sub

11 June 2013, 12:32 AM	#35
Broker Boy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Marcus Location: Texas Gulf Coast Watch: 116610 Posts: 248	Sub

11 June 2013, 01:11 AM	#37
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	I think the newer Seadweller looks dated. If you want something truly collectible and vintage go with an old 1665. If you want a fresh modern look go with a SubC.

11 June 2013, 03:51 AM	#38
bridgs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Shane Location: Minnesota Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 1,125	I vote SD.

11 June 2013, 03:54 AM	#39
closey "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Closey Location: England Posts: 184	I'd have to vote SD, or 16610, imho ceramic is for ornaments. Good luck in your decision

11 June 2013, 04:00 AM	#40
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	Sd

11 June 2013, 04:09 AM	#41
tobmis01 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Tim Location: Lumberton, NC Watch: 116610 LN Posts: 51	My opinion - Sub first. It will distract you from everything else until you have one. First it's SD or Sub. If you get the SD next will be GMT or Sub? And so on. Get the Sub now and improve your focus later. That what I've found at least.

11 June 2013, 04:15 AM	#42
petenyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: pete Location: NYC Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,011	sub c

11 June 2013, 10:11 AM	#45
Chainring "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Grand Junction CO Watch: A few, not enough. Posts: 1,725	I don't have either but if I was choosing between the two, I'd pick the Sub C because I like the meatier look of the thicker lugs plus the new glide lock clasp. But I would love to have a '67 DRSD some day.

11 June 2013, 11:08 AM	#46
petedevil "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Phoenix Posts: 2	First off, thanks for all the replies. Somebody here asked which I prefer so here is my answer. I own 2 restaurants and a bar and I work about 80 to 90 hours a week. And when I say I work, I do everything from cook, dish, maintenance, server, busser and bartender, etc... I tell you that because I really like the SD but obviously it doesn't have a ceramic bezel and I am afraid I will scratch the heck out of the old style. But on the flip side, if I ever crack the ceramic bezel on the SubC then I have a much larger expense to repair. My buddy and I were joking about it (he has 3) and he said buy the SD and then buy another good knock off to wear at work. Frightening thought but he might be on to something. Ugh!

12 June 2013, 01:30 AM	#48
MindGame "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 7	Another vote for the SD

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