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WAK4 · 21 March 2017, 04:45 AM

Bit surprised to see as much support for the maybe bigger Sea Dweller coming this week in the various speculation threads this past week.

Perhaps that is just a small group that happens to be vocal here? Upsizing the ExpII didn't seem to make it a big seller. Curious to see how the poll goes.

Psmith · 21 March 2017, 05:04 AM

If there is a 42/43mm SD, I'm in the market.

Compared to Subs/GMTs/DJs I doubt that any Rolex is a 'big seller'. The 216570 has been with us for 6 years, and if I had to guess I would say that it outsells the SD and DSSD.

GB-man · 21 March 2017, 05:07 AM

I am happy with 40 mm but would consider anything if the result is well executed.

Cam4034 · 21 March 2017, 05:10 AM

As much as I would like that I feel like they are still kinda bulky, if it had a cyclops though it would actually make the biggest difference for me

rushca01 · 21 March 2017, 05:16 AM

I like my 40mm size. The 39mm-40mm size fits me the best. I have an Omega Planet Ocean XL and another watch the is 45mm and they are just too big for me.

WAK4 · 21 March 2017, 05:58 AM

And so far voting so far has 54% preferring the 40mm....though maybe those voters already bought and now Rolex can tap the market for the bigger model

jsg1976 · 21 March 2017, 06:03 AM

A 42mm SD4k would be perfect. I think the thickness of the current watch would be better balanced by a wider case.

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Cru Jones · 21 March 2017, 06:06 AM

For me, 42 would give the SDc more personality, so, yes, I'd be more interested. Today I'd take a 116610LN over an SDc.

Lordofrolex · 21 March 2017, 06:08 AM

42/43 is going to be too big

sensui · 21 March 2017, 06:14 AM

This is a tough one.... In general I'm against the size increase and cyclops.... But I want to see the final watch before I write it off. I'm with the minority hoping for tastefully done green elements maintaining 40mm.

Flywheel · 21 March 2017, 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jsg1976

A 42mm SD4k would be perfect. I think the thickness of the current watch would be better balanced by a wider case.

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This.

Toivonen · 21 March 2017, 06:52 AM

SD 40mm and no cyclope, please.

Glidelock · 21 March 2017, 06:53 AM

Current SDC4K is pure perfection as it stands!

behardt · 21 March 2017, 07:01 AM

I always thought a couple millimeters wouldn't really matter. I bought the 42mm Exp II and is was not very comfortable compared to my subs and GMts. I learned my lesson, for me 40mm is a perfect sweet spot.

tomchicago · 21 March 2017, 07:16 AM

and so castles made of sand, fall in the sea....

Bmac187 · 21 March 2017, 07:20 AM

For those of you griping that a 42/43 mm would be too big, at least you guys have another option with the submariner or one of the older sea dwellers. The guys like me that want a larger diver watch have only one option which is to go to the DSSD- way too thick. That said, let's have more options for the guys that prefer a larger watch! Every other model already caters to the 40 mm and under lovers.

strafer_kid · 21 March 2017, 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toivonen

SD 40mm and no cyclope, please.

Definitely!

MickCollins1916 · 21 March 2017, 07:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glidelock

Current SDC4K is pure perfection as it stands!

THIS.

I'm trying to keep an open mind on potential new models. But if any alleged new SD has a cyclops, no matter the case size, it would be off my radar completely.

Wcdhtwn · 21 March 2017, 07:28 AM

First time I tried one on I thought 42 would be better. But as time has past, and I've tried them on about 50 times, I'm good with 40. But whatever they do, except flat out kill the model, I'll be happy. Clearly I voted 'either'.

Melchizedek · 21 March 2017, 07:43 AM

I bought a Davosa ternos professional when it first came out years ago and it was 42mm by 15mm and it felt fine to me.
7.5" wrist, 16" forearms, 20" biceps. 40mm is perfect though.

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SWISSAHOLICS · 21 March 2017, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glidelock

Current SDC4K is pure perfection as it stands!

brandrea · 21 March 2017, 07:46 AM

As long as it doesn't have a cyclops I'm in

mdtddd2007 · 21 March 2017, 07:48 AM

40mm perfect! Awesome watch!!!

fishingbear · 21 March 2017, 08:39 AM

It has been confirmed that the SD4000 has been discontinued and I feel it is unlikely for Rolex to completely kill the Sea Dweller on it's 50th anniversary so I fully anticipate some change more than just font color to the Sea Dweller this year.
We will all know in about 36 hours!

...by the way, I voted for both.

Jakx · 21 March 2017, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glidelock

Current SDC4K is pure perfection as it stands!

I tend to agree but then I'm kinda partial since I got mine only 3 days ago and still am in that 'awe' sort of phase

ap1 · 21 March 2017, 09:50 AM

40 > 42, dulp

HoustonRoo · 21 March 2017, 09:52 AM

I have the current SD4K and it's my favorite watch. I love it the way it is. This watch is a keeper for me because to me, it is perfect. I've never been happier with a watch.

If Rolex makes a larger case for the SD, I will probably buy one to complement my existing SD but I don't think the watch needs anything changed.

waterman1 · 21 March 2017, 10:50 AM

Love the SD. Had 16600. Have 116600 and DSSD. I'm sure I'd find a way to budget for a SD that fits between those two if it is presented well. Cylclops or more bling and I'm probably out.

Nycturbovr6 · 21 March 2017, 11:40 AM

I like the size of the deepsea

AK797 · 21 March 2017, 12:26 PM

42 would fit nicely in with the Diver range.

View Poll Results: Would you acquire a larger Sea Dweller (other and Deep Sea) if Rolex releases one?
Yup - 42-43mm is for me!	67	27.57%
Good with 40mm as is	144	59.26%
Both - love me a bunch of SD!	18	7.41%
Neither - SD ain't for me!	14	5.76%
Voters: 243. You may not vote on this poll

21 March 2017, 04:45 AM	#1
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	Sea Dweller - 40mm, Bigger is Better, or Both? Bit surprised to see as much support for the maybe bigger Sea Dweller coming this week in the various speculation threads this past week. Perhaps that is just a small group that happens to be vocal here? Upsizing the ExpII didn't seem to make it a big seller. Curious to see how the poll goes.

21 March 2017, 05:04 AM	#2
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	If there is a 42/43mm SD, I'm in the market. Compared to Subs/GMTs/DJs I doubt that any Rolex is a 'big seller'. The 216570 has been with us for 6 years, and if I had to guess I would say that it outsells the SD and DSSD. __________________

21 March 2017, 05:58 AM	#6
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	And so far voting so far has 54% preferring the 40mm....though maybe those voters already bought and now Rolex can tap the market for the bigger model Attached Images

21 March 2017, 06:08 AM	#9
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	42/43 is going to be too big __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

21 March 2017, 05:07 AM	#3
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	I am happy with 40 mm but would consider anything if the result is well executed.

21 March 2017, 05:10 AM	#4
Cam4034 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 43	As much as I would like that I feel like they are still kinda bulky, if it had a cyclops though it would actually make the biggest difference for me

21 March 2017, 05:16 AM	#5
rushca01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Indiana Watch: GMT BLRO Posts: 1,754	I like my 40mm size. The 39mm-40mm size fits me the best. I have an Omega Planet Ocean XL and another watch the is 45mm and they are just too big for me.

21 March 2017, 06:03 AM	#7
jsg1976 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Chicago Posts: 247	A 42mm SD4k would be perfect. I think the thickness of the current watch would be better balanced by a wider case. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 March 2017, 06:06 AM	#8
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	For me, 42 would give the SDc more personality, so, yes, I'd be more interested. Today I'd take a 116610LN over an SDc.

21 March 2017, 06:14 AM	#10
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	This is a tough one.... In general I'm against the size increase and cyclops.... But I want to see the final watch before I write it off. I'm with the minority hoping for tastefully done green elements maintaining 40mm.

21 March 2017, 06:52 AM	#12
Toivonen "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Vittorio Location: Italy Watch: SeaDweller Deepsea Posts: 1,001	SD 40mm and no cyclope, please. __________________ No HEV? No Party!!! If you LOVE the Sea Dweller... Join the "BDV" https://www.instagram.com/bandadellavalvola/ https://www.facebook.com/bandadellavalvola/ http://orologi.forumfree.it/?t=75294392

21 March 2017, 06:53 AM	#13
Glidelock "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Will Zdorf Location: So. Cal. Watch: SDC4000, Sub LVC Posts: 1,947	Current SDC4K is pure perfection as it stands!

21 March 2017, 07:01 AM	#14
behardt "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Yoda Location: USA Posts: 468	I always thought a couple millimeters wouldn't really matter. I bought the 42mm Exp II and is was not very comfortable compared to my subs and GMts. I learned my lesson, for me 40mm is a perfect sweet spot. __________________ "The world embarrasses me, and I cannot dream that this watch exists and has no watchmaker." Voltaire

21 March 2017, 07:16 AM	#15
tomchicago Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710BLRO, 214270. Posts: 2,717	and so castles made of sand, fall in the sea....

21 March 2017, 07:20 AM	#16
Bmac187 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Overland Park Watch: Panerai 90 Posts: 32	For those of you griping that a 42/43 mm would be too big, at least you guys have another option with the submariner or one of the older sea dwellers. The guys like me that want a larger diver watch have only one option which is to go to the DSSD- way too thick. That said, let's have more options for the guys that prefer a larger watch! Every other model already caters to the 40 mm and under lovers.

21 March 2017, 07:28 AM	#19
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,061	First time I tried one on I thought 42 would be better. But as time has past, and I've tried them on about 50 times, I'm good with 40. But whatever they do, except flat out kill the model, I'll be happy. Clearly I voted 'either'.

21 March 2017, 07:43 AM	#20
Melchizedek "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Westport, CT Posts: 294	I bought a Davosa ternos professional when it first came out years ago and it was 42mm by 15mm and it felt fine to me. 7.5" wrist, 16" forearms, 20" biceps. 40mm is perfect though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

21 March 2017, 07:46 AM	#22
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	As long as it doesn't have a cyclops I'm in

21 March 2017, 07:48 AM	#23
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,785	40mm perfect! Awesome watch!!!

21 March 2017, 08:39 AM	#24
fishingbear 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: George Location: Alabama Watch: GMTsSubLVEx2SDDayt Posts: 4,549	It has been confirmed that the SD4000 has been discontinued and I feel it is unlikely for Rolex to completely kill the Sea Dweller on it's 50th anniversary so I fully anticipate some change more than just font color to the Sea Dweller this year. We will all know in about 36 hours! ...by the way, I voted for both.

21 March 2017, 09:50 AM	#26
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	40 > 42, dulp

21 March 2017, 09:52 AM	#27
HoustonRoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Matthew Location: Houston, TEXAS Watch: Sea Dweller 116600 Posts: 212	I have the current SD4K and it's my favorite watch. I love it the way it is. This watch is a keeper for me because to me, it is perfect. I've never been happier with a watch. If Rolex makes a larger case for the SD, I will probably buy one to complement my existing SD but I don't think the watch needs anything changed.

21 March 2017, 10:50 AM	#28
waterman1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 889	Love the SD. Had 16600. Have 116600 and DSSD. I'm sure I'd find a way to budget for a SD that fits between those two if it is presented well. Cylclops or more bling and I'm probably out.

21 March 2017, 11:40 AM	#29
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	I like the size of the deepsea

21 March 2017, 12:26 PM	#30
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	42 would fit nicely in with the Diver range.

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