measuring diameter

[slinger]

Hi guys,
When they measure the diameter does it include the bezel and/or lugs or is it strictly the actual viewing area? I have heard it should be measured from 2 o'clock to 8 o'clock which would mean no lugs, but what's the scoop? Just trying to decide between the sub and sea dweller/deep sea. In looking at the sea dweller vs. the sub, the sd looks a bit smaller in the dial, but I guess they are the same size--hence I am wondering. Thanks! By the way, this is a great forum and I appreciate everyone who contributes and has been helping me decide on which model to choose.
Mike

[imono]

I did it this way.
Can't remember if diameter is with or without bezel.

[Tools]

Originally Posted by slinger

Hi guys,
When they measure the diameter does it include the bezel and/or lugs or is it strictly the actual viewing area? I have heard it should be measured from 2 o'clock to 8 o'clock which would mean no lugs, but what's the scoop? Just trying to decide between the sub and sea dweller/deep sea. In looking at the sea dweller vs. the sub, the sd looks a bit smaller in the dial, but I guess they are the same size--hence I am wondering. Thanks! By the way, this is a great forum and I appreciate everyone who contributes and has been helping me decide on which model to choose.
Mike

When you measure a watch, it's the case size.. Usually from under the crown, across to the opposite side.. You can get all kinds of different sizes if you try anywhere else...


However, your question seems to be about the dial. Because the DeepSea has the ring-lock under the crystal, the actual viewing area of the dial is smaller.. The older Sea Dweller also has a smaller dial than the Sub Date..

[slinger]

Good info, thanks.