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eleven11prints · 19 February 2020, 06:23 AM

My good friend Johnny (@flywatch) kindly loaned me his 16600 Sea-Dweller. Not being one for hollow centre links, I’ve put my Oysterflex on it with Smarty end links. Quite possibly a worlds first and not one for the purists. What I will say is that the combination has definitely peaked my interest to the point that I’m seriously considering one for my next piece. The faded and scratches bezel, thin lugs and proportions as a whole - I think - are perfect.

Would love to know if anyone has previously tried this combo or thoughts on it.

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Cru Jones · 19 February 2020, 06:29 AM

Since you are soliciting opinions, end links on a classic diver really really clash, IMHO, but if you’re happy, why not?

Simon_jrees · 19 February 2020, 06:32 AM

I will say the strap colour matches the watch nicely. Looks comfy too!

doramas · 19 February 2020, 06:39 AM

Fantastic!

037 · 19 February 2020, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Since you are soliciting opinions, end links on a classic diver really really clash, IMHO, but if you’re happy, why not?

I share that opinion.

Wore my 16600 on an Isofrane strap for years. A rubber strap on a dive watch works well. End links, IMO, not so much.

eleven11prints · 19 February 2020, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 037

I share that opinion.

Wore my 16600 on an Isofrane strap for years. A rubber strap on a dive watch works well. End links, IMO, not so much.

Tried with and without, much prefer with.

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eleven11prints · 19 February 2020, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Since you are soliciting opinions, end links on a classic diver really really clash, IMHO, but if you’re happy, why not?

Clash, how? Do they clash on the modern PM Daytona? I think you need to get used to it, because I think it’ll be a future iteration.

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Strummer25 · 19 February 2020, 07:12 AM

I like it tbh

subtona · 19 February 2020, 07:12 AM

Agree the end links don’t work however the oysterflex may handle the weight distribution better than the original bracelet.

TurboTim14 · 19 February 2020, 07:16 AM

Nice, 16600 is a favorite.

42itus · 19 February 2020, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by eleven11prints

Clash, how? Do they clash on the modern PM Daytona? I think you need to get used to it, because I think it’ll be a future iteration.

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You asked for opinions and he gave you his and it clashed with what you like so he “should get used to it”?

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Jackie Daytona · 19 February 2020, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Since you are soliciting opinions, end links on a classic diver really really clash, IMHO, but if you’re happy, why not?

Agreed as well. Strap looks good, but really not feeling the end links with it.

eleven11prints · 19 February 2020, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

You asked for opinions and he gave you his and it clashed with what you like so he “should get used to it”?

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No, my point was, he should get used to a dive watch on rubber with end links.

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MattyL147 · 19 February 2020, 07:43 AM

Your buddy lent you his watch and you swapped the bracelet?

eleven11prints · 19 February 2020, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MattyL147

Your buddy lent you his watch and you swapped the bracelet?

Yes. With permission.

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42itus · 19 February 2020, 07:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eleven11prints

No, my point was, he should get used to a dive watch on rubber with end links.

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FWIW I like the look.

eleven11prints · 19 February 2020, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

FWIW I like the look.

Yeah, I’m really falling for it and am not really a vintage guy. This has totally changed my mindset. Everything I love about vintage with a modern feel. Really like it.

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037 · 19 February 2020, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by eleven11prints

Tried with and without, much prefer with.

Fair enough. You asked for thoughts and used "sacrilege" in the title.

Hibbyx · 19 February 2020, 08:26 AM

I have a 2005 Sea Dweller and really am thinking About putting a Everest strap on it

77T · 19 February 2020, 09:00 AM

Painful to see a true diver without a means to extend its fitment to use it over a wetsuit. Or did you fit the original clasp to it?

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Amochosto · 19 February 2020, 09:38 AM

I think it looks great in that photo, and I don’t usually prefer end-links. Judging by the “Sacrilege SeaDweller” title I was expecting to have to come here and defend my TT Sea-Dweller, I was pleasantly surprised!

abozz · 19 February 2020, 09:49 AM

Nice!

Is this another sacrilege?

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aquanaut · 19 February 2020, 01:02 PM

I like it

BrazenC5 · 19 February 2020, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by abozz

Nice!

Is this another sacrilege?

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That's more appropriate rather than sacrilege.

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Rori · 19 February 2020, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eleven11prints

My good friend Johnny (@flywatch) kindly loaned me his 16600 Sea-Dweller. Not being one for hollow centre links, I’ve put my Oysterflex on it with Smarty end links. Quite possibly a worlds first and not one for the purists. What I will say is that the combination has definitely peaked my interest to the point that I’m seriously considering one for my next piece. The faded and scratches bezel, thin lugs and proportions as a whole - I think - are perfect.

Would love to know if anyone has previously tried this combo or thoughts on it.

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Love it.

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Rashid.bk · 19 February 2020, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Since you are soliciting opinions, end links on a classic diver really really clash, IMHO, but if you’re happy, why not?

Yeah I think the end links ruin it. Otherwise the rubber is not bad. Lose the end links, five digit references look just fine without them.

Andad · 19 February 2020, 06:58 PM

I have tried different straps and NATO’s.

Rori · 19 February 2020, 07:21 PM

Oh you did it Abozz. Never thought this SD43 will take a nato with ease, seems it can take anything and sill manage to look awesome.
Now your bad-boy has not one but two red lines ;-).
Enjoy.

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Originally Posted by abozz

Nice!

Is this another sacrilege?

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HogwldFLTR · 19 February 2020, 07:40 PM

A dive watch on rubber is a natural and time proven combination!!! I think it looks fine or with or without the endlinks. I'd have considered an endlinkless fitted rubber bracelet to avoid the aggravation of getting the strap and endlinks on the watch.

txaggie9307 · 19 February 2020, 08:06 PM

I love the 16600 on a strap!

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19 February 2020, 06:23 AM	#1
eleven11prints "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Mike Location: UK Watch: Last:ALS Datograph Posts: 148	Sacrilege SeaDweller My good friend Johnny (@flywatch) kindly loaned me his 16600 Sea-Dweller. Not being one for hollow centre links, I’ve put my Oysterflex on it with Smarty end links. Quite possibly a worlds first and not one for the purists. What I will say is that the combination has definitely peaked my interest to the point that I’m seriously considering one for my next piece. The faded and scratches bezel, thin lugs and proportions as a whole - I think - are perfect. Would love to know if anyone has previously tried this combo or thoughts on it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 February 2020, 07:12 AM	#9
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	Agree the end links don’t work however the oysterflex may handle the weight distribution better than the original bracelet. __________________

19 February 2020, 09:00 AM	#20
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,016	Sacrilege SeaDweller Painful to see a true diver without a means to extend its fitment to use it over a wetsuit. Or did you fit the original clasp to it? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

19 February 2020, 09:38 AM	#21
Amochosto "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Canada Watch: Me Posts: 1,168	I think it looks great in that photo, and I don’t usually prefer end-links. Judging by the “Sacrilege SeaDweller” title I was expecting to have to come here and defend my TT Sea-Dweller, I was pleasantly surprised! __________________ 1771036 Stupidity is doomed, therefore, to cringe at every syllable of wisdom Heraclitus of Ephesus

19 February 2020, 01:02 PM	#23
aquanaut "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Scotland Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 353	I like it __________________ 1995 Rolex Sea-Dweller 2010 Rolex DSSD 2014 Rolex SD4000 Sea-Dweller 2020 Rolex SD43 Sea-Dweller 2022 Rolex Datejust 41 - Blue Dial, Fluted, Oyster

19 February 2020, 06:29 AM	#2
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	Since you are soliciting opinions, end links on a classic diver really really clash, IMHO, but if you’re happy, why not?

19 February 2020, 06:32 AM	#3
Simon_jrees "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Real Name: Simon Location: Wales Watch: whichever I wear Posts: 830	I will say the strap colour matches the watch nicely. Looks comfy too!

19 February 2020, 06:39 AM	#4
doramas Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Gran Canaria Posts: 3,469	Fantastic!

19 February 2020, 07:12 AM	#8
Strummer25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: London Calling Watch: SD4K Dj41 SubC YM Posts: 791	I like it tbh

19 February 2020, 07:16 AM	#10
TurboTim14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Illinois Posts: 267	Nice, 16600 is a favorite.

19 February 2020, 07:43 AM	#14
MattyL147 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,207	Your buddy lent you his watch and you swapped the bracelet?

19 February 2020, 08:26 AM	#19
Hibbyx Banned Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Carl Location: Nottingham UK Watch: Bluesy, Seadweller Posts: 199	I have a 2005 Sea Dweller and really am thinking About putting a Everest strap on it

19 February 2020, 09:49 AM	#22
abozz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: In my home. Watch: 116660, 126600 Posts: 2,905	Nice! Is this another sacrilege? Enviado desde mi SM-G975F mediante Tapatalk

19 February 2020, 06:58 PM	#27
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,533	I have tried different straps and NATO’s. Attached Images __________________ E

19 February 2020, 07:40 PM	#29
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,693	A dive watch on rubber is a natural and time proven combination!!! I think it looks fine or with or without the endlinks. I'd have considered an endlinkless fitted rubber bracelet to avoid the aggravation of getting the strap and endlinks on the watch. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

19 February 2020, 08:06 PM	#30
txaggie9307 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 564	I love the 16600 on a strap! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ *2 FACTOR AUTHENTICATION ENABLED.*

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