New Seadweller...record setting interest?

[Micha]

Originally Posted by SubSensei

The SEAMARINER

no, the Subdweller

[Ouro9999]

I think it will be a big seller, i would buy one if i had a bigger wirst!

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[Ouro9999]

And the proportion of this watch its way better than the new sub, with this horrible fat lugs.

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[DRKBC]

I like the new SD very much but in my case the size is the one thing that will not work for me.

[wrxsti]

daytona is the most sought after rolex ever! that's just dealer chit chat!

[Wcdhtwn]

I call BS. I've been to the Rolex boutique and another AD in Houston and they've a few people on the list but most want to see it first... very unlike their experience with the SS Daytona last year. Many who plunked down money site unseen. The SS SkyDweller interest, they say, is more like the SS Daytona.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by Wcdhtwn

I call BS. I've been to the Rolex boutique and another AD in Houston and they've a few people on the list but most want to see it first... very unlike their experience with the SS Daytona last year. Many who plunked down money site unseen. The SS SkyDweller interest, they say, is more like the SS Daytona.

My AD also states he has a longer list for the skydweller than the sdc. I thought he was pulling my leg. Who knows.

[Bigsykedaddy]

Quick question: Why couldn't they make the case and lugs taper a bit more? Wouldn't that make it a bit more comfortable? They don't have to do anything dramatic, but I think if they made it curve to your wrist just a BIT more it would make it a lot more comfortable (this goes for all maxi case watches.) I'm not saying they are uncomfortable by any means, just curious why they couldn't make them a bit more comfortable?

[rjstuf001]

Originally Posted by Bigsykedaddy

Quick question: Why couldn't they make the case and lugs taper a bit more? Wouldn't that make it a bit more comfortable? They don't have to do anything dramatic, but I think if they made it curve to your wrist just a BIT more it would make it a lot more comfortable (this goes for all maxi case watches.) I'm not saying they are uncomfortable by any means, just curious why they couldn't make them a bit more comfortable?

Because then it wouldn't be an Oyster case.

[jfoord27]

Maybe the interest in the Seamariner will take away interest from the DaytonaC and the waiting lmtime might reduce a bit?

[HL65]

Originally Posted by jfoord27

Maybe the interest in the Seamariner will take away interest from the DaytonaC and the waiting lmtime might reduce a bit?

Wouldn't count on that...Not going to happen.

[cdm765]

AD is not going to address the point that this watch is an absolute dog.

[jfoord27]

Originally Posted by cdm765

AD is not going to address the point that this watch is an absolute dog.

How do you know that?

Or are you saying that hypothetically if it was a dog the AD wouldn't tell you?

[cataby]

Originally Posted by cdm765

AD is not going to address the point that this watch is an absolute dog.

don't think so

[Muzz]

I think I am the only one that wanted one at my AD. A few people waiting for the blue Sky Dweller though.

[rudestew]

Or count up to a zillion

As for the subdweller only 6 on the list at my AD a lot less than the Daytona

[direwolf]

Great shots. I wonder what size wrist he has? I am assuming under 7 inches and rather round. The 43mm appears a bit too big for his wrist.

[j-watch]

Originally Posted by direwolf

Great shots. I wonder what size wrist he has? I am assuming under 7 inches and rather round. The 43mm appears a bit too big for his wrist.

Really! Initially, I thought it looked small considering it's a 43mm watch. I'd have to say it looks just right, and a traditional 40 would like very small on his wrist. I'm guessing his wrist is well in access of 7"

Cheers

Joe

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by Sublovin

Had a very interesting conversation with an AD in Dallas yesterday while traveling. He said he has been in the business for over 20 years and the new SD announcement has generated more calls and questions than any other Rolex offering he has seen!
He said he already has 15 pre-paid and it far exceeds his wait list for the new Daytona.
We went on to discuss the things that some collectors here don't like such as cyclops and case size.
He sounded pretty in tune with the watch forum chatter and was quick to remind that collectors here represent a very small minority, and that 99%of the general buying public couldn't care less about the history, the cyclops, or the red print...
They want larger watches and the old SD "looked like a sub but for $2,000 more...nobody wanted it".
Interesting conversation....
I really like the new SD (not currently on a list), but it is funny how we caught up in the tiny nuances that the overwhelming majority don't give a thought to.

not shocked, everything is bigger in texas.

[phillycheez]

I know how it will wear.

Bigger than a SD4k and smaller than a dssd.

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[direwolf]

I guess what I was referring to is how much the lugs seemed to be lifted up off his wrist. I had read this new SD's lugs were more down turned than the the SD 4000's. Again, it could be that his wrist is a bit rounder than others.

[Mr Crown]

Originally Posted by Sublovin

Had a very interesting conversation with an AD in Dallas yesterday while traveling. He said he has been in the business for over 20 years and the new SD announcement has generated more calls and questions than any other Rolex offering he has seen!
He said he already has 15 pre-paid and it far exceeds his wait list for the new Daytona.
We went on to discuss the things that some collectors here don't like such as cyclops and case size.
He sounded pretty in tune with the watch forum chatter and was quick to remind that collectors here represent a very small minority, and that 99%of the general buying public couldn't care less about the history, the cyclops, or the red print...
They want larger watches and the old SD "looked like a sub but for $2,000 more...nobody wanted it".
Interesting conversation....
I really like the new SD (not currently on a list), but it is funny how we caught up in the tiny nuances that the overwhelming majority don't give a thought to.

Similar story here in the U.K., Massive interest ..I rang 5 ad, s the day after details came out and most had 15 plus on the waiting lists, many just fobbed me off saying the lists were too long and wouldn't take details, ceramic Daytona was bad but this seems worse , given up as a bad job probably 10 years away

[Mazuri1]

It's funny, us with larger wrists have just been waiting for this fellow. A sub with its outsized case but 40mm dial is just compromise because it's an "icon" but in reality it's a compromise and the ceramic bezel just accentuate the small dial. Same with the last sea dweller, it just look ridiculous on my wrist. In the same way the dssd always was awkward because the size was good but the bracelet was wrong. This is just perfect. I tried to join a list at 1 minute after the announcement and my sd said, no list, but you're a vip (just hate the connotation) at our store and you'll get one of the first but here's an invitation to an evening to just make sure it fits you. This seems a really mature approach and completely at odds with what I read here... Am I just falling for bs?

[dadonn2]

Originally Posted by Mazuri1

It's funny, us with larger wrists have just been waiting for this fellow. A sub with its outsized case but 40mm dial is just compromise because it's an "icon" but in reality it's a compromise and the ceramic bezel just accentuate the small dial. Same with the last sea dweller, it just look ridiculous on my wrist. In the same way the dssd always was awkward because the size was good but the bracelet was wrong. This is just perfect

X2! The blnr looked tiny on my wrist. Everyone who knew me and a thing about watches agreed. I'd have a friend try it on and it came to my life. My wrists are about 7.75" but I have long arms (38"+ sleeve) and big hands. A submariner looked fine and appeared quite understated for a sizable watch. I couldn't get with the DSSD because of the bracelet. And I tried. Don't know why or how this wasn't a big deal to people who bought the watch. To me, this SD43 is a home run.

[TickTockChuck]

I think the Submariner will still be ruler of the sea, they just had to do something with the Sea-Dweller as it was the lesser known cousin and they decided to roll the dice and go bold. It will initially be a decent seller since it addresses a certain segment plus any anniversary edition usually is popular. Cheers!

[NothingToSeeHere]

Brilliant move by Rolex. They're beginning to realize we're not all 5'6

[baymax]

I think the watch looks good.

Its a great alternative to guys with larger wrists. Not everyone can wear skinny jeans.

[moby33]

Originally Posted by baymax

Not everyone can wear skinny jeans.

Everyone can...but those of us with functioning eyes, a mirror and a brain choose not to.

[kboy2379]

The new Sea-Dweller is a gorgeous looking watch! I can't wait to try one on.