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msimmons954 · 6 July 2016, 05:07 AM

If you had to pick, which one would you go with?

Rolex Daytona or Rolex Deep Sea Sea Dweller James Cameron?

I'm torn, the Daytona is just a classic and I feel you can't go wrong but that DSSD Cameron edition is just amazing!

GotF1 · 6 July 2016, 05:10 AM

Classy/classic vs sport/more unique. The Seep Sea will also be a physically bigger watch.

my two cents: probably Daytona.

Jmals · 6 July 2016, 05:13 AM

Are you referring to the new Daytona C? If so, that is my pick

beshannon · 6 July 2016, 05:14 AM

The Daytona, no question.

Wears better on my wrist, not gigantic and the chrono is a versatile complication to have.

Spartacus · 6 July 2016, 05:17 AM

Depends on if the Daytona has a ceramic dial or not.

guy369 · 6 July 2016, 05:19 AM

Daytona for me.

jinikari01 · 6 July 2016, 05:20 AM

Daytona all day.

ref1655 · 6 July 2016, 05:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msimmons954

...Rolex Deep Sea Sea Dweller James Cameron?

why does a Hollywood movie director have a Rolex named after him? was it because he directed Titanic?

REFZ · 6 July 2016, 05:33 AM

Any Daytona as I don't like the bulky Deep Sea at all.

HL65 · 6 July 2016, 05:41 AM

Both great watches...As an everyday watch easy choice Daytona. As a change of pace weekend watch in a collection D Blue is killer addition. I own both and love each one but for different reasons. I will tell you the DSSD is not an under the cuff work watch so for me it is purely weekends or casual golf shirt days.

daytonaTBR · 6 July 2016, 05:43 AM

Daytona for sure. I tried on the normal deep sea today and it felt too clunky on the wrist.

jctrolex · 6 July 2016, 05:48 AM

Daytona C white dial for me. I tried the Deep Sea on and it is too bulky for me. The new Daytona C with the white dial is a lot more versatile and easy to wear IMHO.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ref1655

why does a Hollywood movie director have a Rolex named after him? was it because he directed Titanic?

I don't think it is officially named after him by Rolex. The reference to him was made by watch collectors because he took the watch in a deep dive in his submersible. It is like the Paul Newman Daytona is not officially named by Rolex neither.

AF_Rob · 6 July 2016, 05:53 AM

Daytona, no question... Sizing aside, the deep blue edition seems a little gimmicky to me. The Daytona model has a solid history with no celeb plug needed.

westinghouse · 6 July 2016, 05:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ref1655

why does a Hollywood movie director have a Rolex named after him? was it because he directed Titanic?

Because he is seen wearing it in the new Rolex catalog.

AndyWright · 6 July 2016, 05:56 AM

Rolex Deepsea!!

cda555 · 6 July 2016, 06:05 AM

I think it depends on the person's wrist size, and what you already have in your collection.

msimmons954 · 6 July 2016, 06:06 AM

I definitely agree on maybe it being a little gimmicky. Besides that I think it's an amazing timepiece but also agree that it is not an under the cuff watch which makes it hard to wear a lot of the time.

I do love the Daytona forsure! Just wanted to see what everyone else thought.

For me, Daytona definitely.

j.alex · 6 July 2016, 06:06 AM

116500 white face for me

brandrea · 6 July 2016, 06:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HL65

Both great watches...As an everyday watch easy choice Daytona. As a change of pace weekend watch in a collection D Blue is killer addition. I own both and love each one but for different reasons. I will tell you the DSSD is not an under the cuff work watch so for me it is purely weekends or casual golf shirt days.

Well said Ken.

Although I don't own the 500C, I did purchase a D blue recently and I can tell you, it's a thing of beauty. The dial is absolutely mesmerizing and the weight and overall heft is perfect! Also, the engineering that went into this design is remarkable

yannis · 6 July 2016, 06:17 AM

DSSD Deep Blue!

Wcdhtwn · 6 July 2016, 06:25 AM

I'd say Daytona because of the size. But if it were between the Daytona and the SD4K then I'd have a harder time deciding.

fskywalker · 6 July 2016, 06:34 AM

Daytona!!

AK797 · 6 July 2016, 07:49 AM

DB over D520.

brucethemanlee · 6 July 2016, 07:52 AM

daytona

Chadridv · 6 July 2016, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jctrolex

Daytona C white dial for me. I tried the Deep Sea on and it is too bulky for me. The new Daytona C with the white dial is a lot more versatile and easy to wear IMHO.

I don't think it is officially named after him by Rolex. The reference to him was made by watch collectors because he took the watch in a deep dive in his submersible. It is like the Paul Newman Daytona is not officially named by Rolex neither.

While it's not officially named after Cameron, I do believe it's the first and only Rolex to have an actual official affiliation/partnership with a person/celebrity. Could be wrong though. Anyone?

opaline460 · 6 July 2016, 08:12 AM

Daytona!

Undefeatable · 6 July 2016, 08:21 AM

From what I have researched before, the DSSD was made for the Mariana Trench Dive that James Cameron made. I think Rolex designed and built the watch in about 5 weeks for use on the dive.
He was wearing one inside the submersible, and there was also one strapped to one of the robotic arms on the submersible.

To me, it is far from "gimmicky". On earth, that exploration mission was probably the most dangerous you could ever do, piloted by a man who is a film director, not a engineer or career marine pilot (don't know the word for it).

If I had to pick, it would be the DSSD.

Psmith · 6 July 2016, 08:27 AM

DSSD

collarcity · 6 July 2016, 08:29 AM

Daytona. 40mm is my limit.

Flywheel · 6 July 2016, 09:20 AM

Daytona, either one. I feel like Fred Flintstone with that giant Deepsea strapped to my wrist. Although, it might come in handy next time you plan to dive the Mariana Trench and don't feel compelled to bring a dive computer.

6 July 2016, 05:07 AM	#1
msimmons954 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Mat Simmons Location: Pittsburgh PA Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 5	If you had to pick... If you had to pick, which one would you go with? Rolex Daytona or Rolex Deep Sea Sea Dweller James Cameron? I'm torn, the Daytona is just a classic and I feel you can't go wrong but that DSSD Cameron edition is just amazing!

6 July 2016, 05:14 AM	#4
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	The Daytona, no question. Wears better on my wrist, not gigantic and the chrono is a versatile complication to have. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

6 July 2016, 05:33 AM	#9
REFZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Martin Location: Netherlands Watch: The Rolex Way Posts: 1,471	Any Daytona as I don't like the bulky Deep Sea at all. __________________ 114060 - 116520 - 126334

6 July 2016, 05:41 AM	#10
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	Both great watches...As an everyday watch easy choice Daytona. As a change of pace weekend watch in a collection D Blue is killer addition. I own both and love each one but for different reasons. I will tell you the DSSD is not an under the cuff work watch so for me it is purely weekends or casual golf shirt days. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

6 July 2016, 06:17 AM	#20
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	DSSD Deep Blue! __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

6 July 2016, 05:10 AM	#2
GotF1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 36	Classy/classic vs sport/more unique. The Seep Sea will also be a physically bigger watch. my two cents: probably Daytona.

6 July 2016, 05:13 AM	#3
Jmals "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: John Location: Dallas Watch: SLA033J1 Posts: 146	Are you referring to the new Daytona C? If so, that is my pick

6 July 2016, 05:17 AM	#5
Spartacus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: DC Watch: Daytona Posts: 2,745	Depends on if the Daytona has a ceramic dial or not.

6 July 2016, 05:19 AM	#6
guy369 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Guy Location: Toronto Watch: 116610 Posts: 586	Daytona for me.

6 July 2016, 05:20 AM	#7
jinikari01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Chi Watch: 116710LN Posts: 642	Daytona all day.

6 July 2016, 05:43 AM	#11
daytonaTBR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: N/A Posts: 1,466	Daytona for sure. I tried on the normal deep sea today and it felt too clunky on the wrist.

6 July 2016, 05:53 AM	#13
AF_Rob "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Virginia Watch: Sub/Polar/OP/BB Posts: 4,673	Daytona, no question... Sizing aside, the deep blue edition seems a little gimmicky to me. The Daytona model has a solid history with no celeb plug needed.

6 July 2016, 05:56 AM	#15
AndyWright "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Andy Location: London Watch: Rolex Deepsea Posts: 560	Rolex Deepsea!!

6 July 2016, 06:05 AM	#16
cda555 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Watch: 126610LV and SMP Posts: 1,645	I think it depends on the person's wrist size, and what you already have in your collection.

6 July 2016, 06:06 AM	#17
msimmons954 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Mat Simmons Location: Pittsburgh PA Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 5	I definitely agree on maybe it being a little gimmicky. Besides that I think it's an amazing timepiece but also agree that it is not an under the cuff watch which makes it hard to wear a lot of the time. I do love the Daytona forsure! Just wanted to see what everyone else thought. For me, Daytona definitely.

6 July 2016, 06:06 AM	#18
j.alex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Brazil Posts: 554	116500 white face for me

6 July 2016, 06:25 AM	#21
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,061	I'd say Daytona because of the size. But if it were between the Daytona and the SD4K then I'd have a harder time deciding.

6 July 2016, 06:34 AM	#22
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,182	Daytona!! __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

6 July 2016, 07:49 AM	#23
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	DB over D520.

6 July 2016, 07:52 AM	#24
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,575	daytona

6 July 2016, 08:12 AM	#26
opaline460 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,386	Daytona!

6 July 2016, 08:21 AM	#27
Undefeatable "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Kevin Location: Irvine, CA Watch: 124060 Posts: 496	From what I have researched before, the DSSD was made for the Mariana Trench Dive that James Cameron made. I think Rolex designed and built the watch in about 5 weeks for use on the dive. He was wearing one inside the submersible, and there was also one strapped to one of the robotic arms on the submersible. To me, it is far from "gimmicky". On earth, that exploration mission was probably the most dangerous you could ever do, piloted by a man who is a film director, not a engineer or career marine pilot (don't know the word for it). If I had to pick, it would be the DSSD.

6 July 2016, 08:27 AM	#28
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	DSSD __________________

6 July 2016, 08:29 AM	#29
collarcity "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: New York Watch: 16570, 14060M Posts: 379	Daytona. 40mm is my limit.

6 July 2016, 09:20 AM	#30
Flywheel "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cleveland Posts: 628	Daytona, either one. I feel like Fred Flintstone with that giant Deepsea strapped to my wrist. Although, it might come in handy next time you plan to dive the Mariana Trench and don't feel compelled to bring a dive computer.

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