Opinions on SS Sky Dweller

[Vipes]

Hi all,

I’ve always been intrigued by the Sky Dweller and I really like the look of the SS models. I contacted my AD today and he put an order in for the blue dial. He can’t give me an ETA. Members who have received a SS Sky Dweller, can you tell me how long you waited? My wrist is pretty small at about 6.5 in. and I would appreciate opinions of this piece on smaller wrists. Thanks!

[Etschell]

try on a PM sky dweller imo. it wear large and is over 14 mm thick.

[tng11]

I've been told by a few ADs that their lists for the blue dial are rather long, while black and white are relatively easily obtainable.

IMO, depending on how your wrist is shaped, with 6.5" wrists it's going to be a monstrous piece on your wrist. I tried a white dialed one and it looked ridiculous, even more so than an SD43 for example. That's because of the wider dial, thick case, and that it's a dressier piece with the fluted bezel and PCLs, whereas I find a larger size more palatable with a dive watch.

[Drixonite]

Originally Posted by Etschell

try on a PM sky dweller imo. it wear large and is over 14 mm thick.

Yeah, it's huge, 42mm dial, the lugs will lightly sit over your wrist. Beautiful piece but sadly too big for a lot of wrists. This isn't just a matter of taste territory, the thing is HUGE!

[G.D.BeanCounter]

Did they put in an order for you, or did they put you on "the list"? I would venture to say it is a big difference. ADs in my area are not even taking deposits or adding to their current lists on the Blue dial. Unfortunately, that is they only experience I can share. I would love to get my hands on one, but an indefinite delivery date is too much anxiety for me. I hope you can be added to the exception and get it sooner than later.

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by Drixonite

Yeah, it's huge, 42mm dial, the lugs will lightly sit over your wrist. Beautiful piece but sadly too big for a lot of wrists. This isn't just a matter of taste territory, the thing is HUGE!

yeah a black bay in house is thicker but wears smaller.

[Rrpdc]

Originally Posted by Vipes

Hi all,

I’ve always been intrigued by the Sky Dweller and I really like the look of the SS models. I contacted my AD today and he put an order in for the blue dial. He can’t give me an ETA. Members who have received a SS Sky Dweller, can you tell me how long you waited? My wrist is pretty small at about 6.5 in. and I would appreciate opinions of this piece on smaller wrists. Thanks!

I doubt dealer really knows when they will get one. Your wait will depend on their waitlist. I doubt they will get more than one blue skydweller a quarter. Most places in dc area have 20 plus people in list.

[Starhutch]

7 month wait for me on my black dial, limited arrivals to AD’s on SS models

[tng11]

Look at this - a white dial on my 6.5" wrist. The angle is exacerbating the size, but it looks like a dinner plate strapped to my wrist.

[Vipes]

Originally Posted by tng11

I've been told by a few ADs that their lists for the blue dial are rather long, while black and white are relatively easily obtainable.

IMO, depending on how your wrist is shaped, with 6.5" wrists it's going to be a monstrous piece on your wrist. I tried a white dialed one and it looked ridiculous, even more so than an SD43 for example. That's because of the wider dial, thick case, and that it's a dressier piece with the fluted bezel and PCLs, whereas I find a larger size more palatable with a dive watch.

The SD43 has bigger dimensions so the Sky D wears larger? Thanks

[Vipes]

Originally Posted by G.D.BeanCounter

Did they put in an order for you, or did they put you on "the list"? I would venture to say it is a big difference. ADs in my area are not even taking deposits or adding to their current lists on the Blue dial. Unfortunately, that is they only experience I can share. I would love to get my hands on one, but an indefinite delivery date is too much anxiety for me. I hope you can be added to the exception and get it sooner than later.

I think this means he has me on the list. He never tells me where I am on the list. When I got on the list for the Daytona C, he never gave me specifics about wait time and close to a year later, I got the call out of the blue.

[Vipes]

Originally Posted by tng11

Look at this - a white dial on my 6.5" wrist. The angle is exacerbating the size, but it looks like a dinner plate strapped to my wrist.

Very helpful. Thanks.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Drixonite

Yeah, it's huge, 42mm dial, the lugs will lightly sit over your wrist. Beautiful piece but sadly too big for a lot of wrists. This isn't just a matter of taste territory, the thing is HUGE!

Huge is an exaggeration, I think it is large for a Rolex that's it, and the white dial wears as usual the biggest, so black or blue would be better, just make sure the lugs don't overhang your wrist as a rule which it won't on flat 6.5 wrists.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Vipes

The SD43 has bigger dimensions so the Sky D wears larger? Thanks

No they were about the same when I tried them both on, SD43 wears a touch smaller and SKD a touch bigger.

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by AK797

No they were about the same when I tried them both on, SD43 wears a touch smaller and SKD a touch bigger.

i think its the case design that is longer lug to lug.i could be wrong.

[tng11]

Originally Posted by Vipes

The SD43 has bigger dimensions so the Sky D wears larger? Thanks

Sorry if I wasn't clear. As Neil said, the dimensions are similar with the SD43 being thicker and the SkyD having longer lug to lug design, but the optics of how they wear are very different.

[Vipes]

Originally Posted by tng11

Sorry if I wasn't clear. As Neil said, the dimensions are similar with the SD43 being thicker and the SkyD having longer lug to lug design, but the optics of how they wear are very different.

Got it. Congrats on your SD43.

[Drixonite]

Originally Posted by AK797

Huge is an exaggeration, I think it is large for a Rolex that's it, and the white dial wears as usual the biggest, so black or blue would be better, just make sure the lugs don't overhang your wrist as a rule which it won't on flat 6.5 wrists.

Fair enough, Panerai would be larger, but I also wouldn't recommend those (unless the new 38mm) for 6.5 wrist, flat or not. Really need to try it on and be honest with yourself if you will be comfortable wearing it.

Nice wrist pic - I think a full body shot would further highlight how large this thing looks. As others have noted the fluted bezel makes it really bling.

[tng11]

I believe HogwoldFLTR has 6.5" wrists and he has a blue dial, so that might be a better reference point than the shot of the white dial I put up (it wasn't sized either and not at the best angle.)

For me, the fluted bezel was a bridge too far on a watch that looked so gigantic on my wrist.

[Drixonite]

Originally Posted by tng11

For me, the fluted bezel was a bridge too far on a watch that looked so gigantic on my wrist.

Totally. I think the fluted bezel on datejusts really accentuate and draw attention, and it adds nice pop to Day-Dates (slimmer on those though), but the fluted bezel on a 42mm dial really captures/reflects a lot of light. Again, still a gorgeous piece.

[G.D.BeanCounter]

I have roughly 7.5 inch wrist, so doesn't help on the visual, but it's a nice watch if you can make it work for you. It is a hefty watch, and I think the SS feels a little better balanced on the wrist than PM, which may have a lot to do with the difference in weight and the changes to the bracelet. I visited an AD today and they had a full YG with the Champagne Batons, same as the TT, in the case.

[wisguy]

It’s huge, doesn’t work on smaller wrists. Pitty


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[G'ed]

Similar 6.5in wrist but mine pretty flat/square.

[Vipes]

Originally Posted by G'ed

Similar 6.5in wrist but mine pretty flat/square.

Yea, my wrist is pretty flat also. Is it pretty comfy?

[soundserious]

Wow looks massive. Nice watch!

[G'ed]

Originally Posted by Vipes

Yea, my wrist is pretty flat also. Is it pretty comfy?

I would say pretty good. Noticeable weight and presence but doesn’t annoy me much unlike DSSD.

[docmfg]

6.5 to 6.75





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[yannis]

It is not huge it is a bit larger than a Sub or GMT. Awesome looking piece and one of the best (if not the best) movements/complications Rolex currently makes.

[prlwatch]

I have 6.5" wrist, and found it just too big. Thick also. Haven't found a SD43 to try yet, so can't compare.

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[Stevec14]

I really like the sky dweller. Yes it’s quite big, but I think wrist shape rather than size is more important to how it looks and sits. Just about on the borderline for me, and I have a 7.25 inch wrist but it’s quite round (ie not flat). Lugs just about fit.

Interestingly the SD43 lugs do go over the edge of my wrist.

Best bet is to try on if you can. If they fit they are both fantastic.






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