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pamountainbiker · 6 March 2021, 12:47 AM

Thought this might be an interesting comparison. Which would you prefer, and why?

stmoore · 6 March 2021, 12:52 AM

4K has perfect dimensions and is a future classic.
The LV has vastly improved lines too and a pop of color.

For most getting the 4K is going to be cheaper / easier.

Presently wearing my LV. It’s beautiful.

kieselguhr · 6 March 2021, 12:56 AM

116600 would be my choice

GT3 Mike · 6 March 2021, 01:00 AM

4k. I like the deep divers.

Fabrice M · 6 March 2021, 01:06 AM

SD4k for sure. It's the last of an era...

Bluesy · 6 March 2021, 01:09 AM

4k

GB-man · 6 March 2021, 02:07 AM

Two of my favorites but I’d prefer the LV based on comfort alone. Otherwise preferred my trusty SDc.

SN13 · 6 March 2021, 02:17 AM

Black is classic. I made my choice.... Especially with Grey Pricing nowadays.

116600 -- $14k
126610LV -- $18k

brandrea · 6 March 2021, 02:19 AM

I want to love Sea-dwellers, unfortunately they just aren’t comfortable to me.

LVC for the win

OG1982 · 6 March 2021, 02:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I want to love Sea-dwellers, unfortunately they just aren’t comfortable to me.

LVC for the win

Even the 40mm SD4k version? I would imagine one would wear fairly similar to a 40 / 41mm sub? But then I am perhaps not taking into consideration the protruding caseback of the SD4k...

pamountainbiker · 6 March 2021, 02:43 AM

In this group, I'm sensing a clear cut favorite

pamountainbiker · 6 March 2021, 02:43 AM

Those are fantastic shots!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SN13

Black is classic. I made my choice.... Especially with Grey Pricing nowadays.

116600 -- $14k
126610LV -- $18k

subx · 6 March 2021, 02:44 AM

the irony is you say : Black is Classic, but you proceed to immediately add a touch of color with bands

the LV has the touch of color built in ,and the classic black dial :)

enjoy the sd4k ! no wrong choices really

Quote:

Originally Posted by SN13

Black is classic. I made my choice.... Especially with Grey Pricing nowadays.

116600 -- $14k
126610LV -- $18k

SN13 · 6 March 2021, 02:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ollie1982

Even the 40mm SD4k version? I would imagine one would wear fairly similar to a 40 / 41mm sub? But then I am perhaps not taking into consideration the protruding caseback of the SD4k...

I would read this:

https://www.horobox.com/en/review-de...e-rolex-divers

I did a long time ago... Best picture to compare is here:

Token74 · 6 March 2021, 02:46 AM

116600

Purely based on personal preference.

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2nastie · 6 March 2021, 02:48 AM

Easy choice SD4K all the way. Best overall proportions on a modern sub!

nr1416 · 6 March 2021, 02:48 AM

Take away the limited run of the SD4K out of the equation, then it's the LV size and look. I think the SD4K will defiantly be more collectable in 10 years.

SN13 · 6 March 2021, 02:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subx

the irony is you say : Black is Classic, but you proceed to immediately add a touch of color with bands

the LV has the touch of color built in ,and the classic black dial :)

enjoy the sd4k ! no wrong choices really

It's easier to add color to black, then add color to green

RazorD · 6 March 2021, 02:51 AM

Probably LV for me

OG1982 · 6 March 2021, 02:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SN13

I would read this:

https://www.horobox.com/en/review-de...e-rolex-divers

I did a long time ago... Best picture to compare is here:

That was a great, informative read. Thanks, every day is a school day!

I had a feeling the SD4k would have a more pronounced caseback but didn't realise the watch was over 2mm thicker than its Submariner cousin

Jay18 · 6 March 2021, 02:54 AM

Both great choices! Personally I would choose the SD4K as it is a more versatile piece and Is classy and simple. Can’t go wrong with either of them in my opinion!

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Driver8 · 6 March 2021, 03:06 AM

SD4K for me too. Classic colourway, the first SD with a ceramic bezel and the last in 40mm with no cyclops. Plus it's more understated and not remotely an "obvious" or "of the moment" choice.

(As a side point, I had a chance to buy one when it was the current model, but turned it down as I felt at the time it was too small. Sadly I was into wearing 44-48mm Breitlings at the time, so pretty much anything would've felt small!

Been kicking myself ever since)

ndls · 6 March 2021, 03:55 AM

I wore the SD4k for a good two months, and I tried to like it, but man it was not comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. It looked good proportionally, but I think my ulna/radius relationship makes it so that "thicker" watches aren't too comfortable. I had the same problem with James Cameron and the Speed Master Professional on Nato. 40mm and smaller work best for me.

That said, I love my current 126610LV.

TimeAZ · 6 March 2021, 03:58 AM

LV for sure.

sd4k is way too thick. I'd pick a modern 41mm sub any day over that.

Tools · 6 March 2021, 04:00 AM

I don't do green, so pretty easy choice.

brandrea · 6 March 2021, 04:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ollie1982

Even the 40mm SD4k version? I would imagine one would wear fairly similar to a 40 / 41mm sub? But then I am perhaps not taking into consideration the protruding caseback of the SD4k...

I owned that version and the previous gen as well.

I'd say for me, the 5 digit wore the best of them all but then again it lacked the glidelock.

Every iteration I've tried wears a bit too top-heavy and yes the caseback does play into the comfort as well ,(for me).

Of the lot, I'd say the 166600 Dblue wore the best YMMV

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ofelas · 6 March 2021, 05:05 AM

A bit off track here - I have a '67 1665 that I hardly wear, and a 16600 that's been my daily since early 2005.

Lately, I've been curious about the glide lock 116600, as my new to me & unloved 126660 has that clasp.

How does the 116600 wear compared to my two existing 40mm SDs?

rmlovett1 · 6 March 2021, 05:26 AM

I’d love to say the SD, as I love the graduated bezel vs the sub bezel. The only reason I don’t own it is because I personally think the proportion is off, at least to my eye. I think it’s just too compact for its thickness. If the SD had a lug to lug of 49/50....I’d never own a black submariner.
I have the LV....give me that or the previous sub versions dimensions everyday over the SD. As someone else said.… No wrong choice, just personal preference… And I really love Sea-dwellers, that one’s proportions are just a bit off for me

samuel019 · 6 March 2021, 05:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

I don't do green, so pretty easy choice.

Same here. Love my SDK.

Unless I win one "hint hint"

steeevvvooo · 6 March 2021, 05:34 AM

Classic size, colour, slimmer lugs, ceramic bezel, no cyclops. Perfect IMO

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6 March 2021, 12:47 AM	#1
pamountainbiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 31	Would you rather? SD4K or 126610LV Thought this might be an interesting comparison. Which would you prefer, and why?

6 March 2021, 12:56 AM	#3
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,623	Would you rather? SD4K or 126610LV 116600 would be my choice

6 March 2021, 02:07 AM	#7
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Would you rather? SD4K or 126610LV Two of my favorites but I’d prefer the LV based on comfort alone. Otherwise preferred my trusty SDc. __________________

6 March 2021, 02:17 AM	#8
SN13 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 1,124	Black is classic. I made my choice.... Especially with Grey Pricing nowadays. 116600 -- $14k 126610LV -- $18k __________________ IG@Construction_Time --- 1986 DD 18038 --- 1992 YM 16628 --- 2015 116600 SD4K --- SBDX001 MM300 --- 2009 Omega Ploprof White --- 2010 Omega LE LMPO

6 March 2021, 02:46 AM	#15
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	116600 Purely based on personal preference. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

6 March 2021, 12:52 AM	#2
stmoore Banned Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: US Watch: Gilt Posts: 1,592	4K has perfect dimensions and is a future classic. The LV has vastly improved lines too and a pop of color. For most getting the 4K is going to be cheaper / easier. Presently wearing my LV. It’s beautiful.

6 March 2021, 01:00 AM	#4
GT3 Mike Banned Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Indiana Watch: SD43 / BLNR Posts: 62	4k. I like the deep divers.

6 March 2021, 01:06 AM	#5
Fabrice M 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Denver Watch: This and that... Posts: 1,649	SD4k for sure. It's the last of an era...

6 March 2021, 01:09 AM	#6
Bluesy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Spain Posts: 61	4k

6 March 2021, 02:19 AM	#9
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	I want to love Sea-dwellers, unfortunately they just aren’t comfortable to me. LVC for the win

6 March 2021, 02:43 AM	#11
pamountainbiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 31	In this group, I'm sensing a clear cut favorite

6 March 2021, 02:48 AM	#16
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	Easy choice SD4K all the way. Best overall proportions on a modern sub!

6 March 2021, 02:48 AM	#17
nr1416 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: NA Posts: 774	Take away the limited run of the SD4K out of the equation, then it's the LV size and look. I think the SD4K will defiantly be more collectable in 10 years.

6 March 2021, 02:51 AM	#19
RazorD "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: David Location: New England Posts: 1,888	Probably LV for me

6 March 2021, 02:54 AM	#21
Jay18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 15	Both great choices! Personally I would choose the SD4K as it is a more versatile piece and Is classy and simple. Can’t go wrong with either of them in my opinion! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 March 2021, 03:06 AM	#22
Driver8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,874	SD4K for me too. Classic colourway, the first SD with a ceramic bezel and the last in 40mm with no cyclops. Plus it's more understated and not remotely an "obvious" or "of the moment" choice. (As a side point, I had a chance to buy one when it was the current model, but turned it down as I felt at the time it was too small. Sadly I was into wearing 44-48mm Breitlings at the time, so pretty much anything would've felt small! Been kicking myself ever since)

6 March 2021, 03:55 AM	#23
ndls "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Vancouver/Seattle Posts: 400	I wore the SD4k for a good two months, and I tried to like it, but man it was not comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. It looked good proportionally, but I think my ulna/radius relationship makes it so that "thicker" watches aren't too comfortable. I had the same problem with James Cameron and the Speed Master Professional on Nato. 40mm and smaller work best for me. That said, I love my current 126610LV.

6 March 2021, 03:58 AM	#24
TimeAZ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 2,240	LV for sure. sd4k is way too thick. I'd pick a modern 41mm sub any day over that.

6 March 2021, 04:00 AM	#25
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	I don't do green, so pretty easy choice. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

6 March 2021, 05:05 AM	#27
ofelas "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: On the Edge Watch: Dinged & Gouged Posts: 204	A bit off track here - I have a '67 1665 that I hardly wear, and a 16600 that's been my daily since early 2005. Lately, I've been curious about the glide lock 116600, as my new to me & unloved 126660 has that clasp. How does the 116600 wear compared to my two existing 40mm SDs?

6 March 2021, 05:26 AM	#28
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	I’d love to say the SD, as I love the graduated bezel vs the sub bezel. The only reason I don’t own it is because I personally think the proportion is off, at least to my eye. I think it’s just too compact for its thickness. If the SD had a lug to lug of 49/50....I’d never own a black submariner. I have the LV....give me that or the previous sub versions dimensions everyday over the SD. As someone else said.… No wrong choice, just personal preference… And I really love Sea-dwellers, that one’s proportions are just a bit off for me

6 March 2021, 05:34 AM	#30
steeevvvooo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: London Posts: 1,365	Classic size, colour, slimmer lugs, ceramic bezel, no cyclops. Perfect IMO Sent from my VOG-L09 using Tapatalk __________________ Once you aquire your "grail"... then what?!

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