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DoctorA · 30 May 2021, 11:02 PM

Ok, take it with a grain of salt, as I never believe rumors until Rolex actually confirms!

I was at my AD yesterday and we were talking watches, he mentioned that the Rolex rep told him, he’s highly suspecting the SD43 is getting discontinued next year

His reasoning(s) that with the release of the 41mm sub, it makes the SD43 redundant. At 43mm, it’s got a smaller fan club and finally it would be 5 years by next year, which is a decent run for an anniversary watch.

Anyone else heard the same? Honestly it all makes sense to me but again, rolex does what rolex does!

rolexgiants · 30 May 2021, 11:10 PM

Nahhhhh. They would be eliminating the sea dweller! The deep sea is a completely different animal.

dannyp · 30 May 2021, 11:15 PM

Also ignores the fact that for decades the Sub and SD shared a 40mm diameter (along with all other Pro models besides the Exp. I and YM S/M models).

fskywalker · 30 May 2021, 11:39 PM

Well could be replaced by a new 41MM SD? Time will tell

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ferrissteve11 · 31 May 2021, 12:18 AM

If anything I could see them eliminating the Red Text, but keeping everything else the same. OR they could be really radical and remove the cyclops too. End of the day only Rolex knows and they're not talking.

1William · 31 May 2021, 12:21 AM

Maybe. I like mine.

dannyp · 31 May 2021, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ferrissteve11

If anything I could see them eliminating the Red Text, but keeping everything else the same. OR they could be really radical and remove the cyclops too. End of the day only Rolex knows and they're not talking.

I predict cyclops elimination happening if, and only if, the DSSD is eliminated (which I suppose isn't out of the realm of possibility).

swexlin · 31 May 2021, 01:10 AM

We'll see. I've been waiting on a SD43 from my AD for 6 months now.

Mystro · 31 May 2021, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dannyp

I predict cyclops elimination happening if, and only if, the DSSD is eliminated (which I suppose isn't out of the realm of possibility).

X2. The DSSD is a technical showcase of Rolex engineering so it has a place at the head of the entire dive watch line. Its not going anywhere as Rolex doesnt need to sell a lot of the DSSD. There are enough main stream high volume models like the Sub that will pay the bills. The SD43 is the middle child now and really has to fight for a identity on its purpose because its big brother (DSSD) stole all the reason to by a SD. Historically, the SD was never a big seller but at that time it was a Rolex showcase of engineering. Those days are gone so whats its purpose and identity in the dive family other than a "bigger Sub"?

IMO, Rolex should revise the classic 40mm SD with no cyclops for historical reasons. I believe it would have a bigger niche than the current SD43.

padi56 · 31 May 2021, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoctorA

Ok, take it with a grain of salt, as I never believe rumors until Rolex actually confirms!

I was at my AD yesterday and we were talking watches, he mentioned that the Rolex rep told him, he’s highly suspecting the SD43 is getting discontinued next year

His reasoning(s) that with the release of the 41mm sub, it makes the SD43 redundant. At 43mm, it’s got a smaller fan club and finally it would be 5 years by next year, which is a decent run for an anniversary watch.

Anyone else heard the same? Honestly it all makes sense to me but again, rolex does what rolex does!

There is a old saga NEVER BELIEVE what some ADs say as many AD staff not always speak 100% reliable truth from the mouth, but may make noises from rear end and inside dress/trousers ,much like a bull - it's called bulls**t.

AD bullsh#te meter which every AD should have on there wall to see if they are telling truth or porkies.

EEpro · 31 May 2021, 01:36 AM

edingotham · 31 May 2021, 01:37 AM

Maybe the red text becomes white but Rolex isn't getting rid of the SD43

vh2k · 31 May 2021, 01:57 AM

The security guard at my AD — who is a super cool dude — thinks the SD43 is sticking around.

Atone · 31 May 2021, 02:08 AM

I recall seeing posts for YEARS about the discontinuation of the hulk. Eventually it was accurate. I look at all lore of dc’s in the same way. Someday it will be accurate

Wcdhtwn · 31 May 2021, 02:10 AM

I have mine, just will make it more desirable to own if discontinued. But I seriously doubt this, unless they start putting an HEV on the Sub and increase its depth rating.

dannyp · 31 May 2021, 02:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mystro

X2. The DSSD is a technical showcase of Rolex engineering so it has a place at the head of the entire dive watch line. Its not going anywhere as Rolex doesnt need to sell a lot of the DSSD. There are enough main stream high volume models like the Sub that will pay the bills. The SD43 is the middle child now and really has to fight for a identity on its purpose because its big brother (DSSD) stole all the reason to by a SD. Historically, the SD was never a big seller but at that time it was a Rolex showcase of engineering. Those days are gone so whats its purpose and identity in the dive family other than a "bigger Sub"?

IMO, Rolex should revise the classic 40mm SD with no cyclops for historical reasons. I believe it would have a bigger niche than the current SD43.

That’ll never happen, no way they bring it back smaller than current Sub. I wonder: Can SD43 level of water resistance be achieved without the helium valve?

Merlin69 · 31 May 2021, 02:30 AM

Never heard about it. I don't think the SD will be discontinued.

oldman2005 · 31 May 2021, 02:34 AM

Eventually SD43 will be discontinued just like 50th Anniversary Submariner, it's not a big seller and Rolex doesn't need to sell more sport watches

Rolexsd4000 · 31 May 2021, 02:37 AM

If it is true what is Rolex going to do with this 43mm 126603?

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Pauln · 31 May 2021, 02:39 AM

Nah

alphadweller · 1 June 2021, 06:23 AM

Despite the fact its predecessor SD4K ref 116600 only lasted 3 years, I doubt they'll get rid ot the 126600 so soon considering its relative success. Also, I predict they'll soon come up with a blue dial TT SD43.

OrangeKenny · 1 June 2021, 07:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dannyp

I wonder: Can SD43 level of water resistance be achieved without the helium valve?

Yep. Omega Ploprof

Master_Grogu · 1 June 2021, 08:29 AM

AD are the least knowledgeable people and this is on purpose. HQ doesn’t want them to spill the beans.

Rolex owns a specific AD, and staff there told me they had absolutely no idea about the new release. They know they have a all hands meeting, but this is all. If this AD, closest to the HQ, doesn’t know, I doubt a random one elsewhere in the world will be privy to the secrets of the gods.

ks58 · 1 June 2021, 08:38 AM

Just another thread to try to hype up a watch. Granted, I think it’s a gorgeous watch and hope to get one someday. Would go well with my James Cameron.

RolexJB · 3 August 2021, 09:51 PM

They will be doing a date / no date version but with white text. Red line will stop in 2022.

inadeje · 3 August 2021, 09:57 PM

He probably said that because he’s tired of you asking for one. At ADs the TTs are never ever discontinued, even after they have been

HMHM · 3 August 2021, 10:22 PM

I think the DSSD will be discontinued first before the SD43 next year.

30 May 2021, 11:02 PM	#1
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	Is it another “my AD said”? Or have others heard it?? SD43 getting discontinued Ok, take it with a grain of salt, as I never believe rumors until Rolex actually confirms! I was at my AD yesterday and we were talking watches, he mentioned that the Rolex rep told him, he’s highly suspecting the SD43 is getting discontinued next year His reasoning(s) that with the release of the 41mm sub, it makes the SD43 redundant. At 43mm, it’s got a smaller fan club and finally it would be 5 years by next year, which is a decent run for an anniversary watch. Anyone else heard the same? Honestly it all makes sense to me but again, rolex does what rolex does! __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

30 May 2021, 11:39 PM	#4
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,182	Well could be replaced by a new 41MM SD? Time will tell Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ 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

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31 May 2021, 02:08 AM	#14
Atone "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Jesse Location: Los Angeles Watch: TinTin! Posts: 2,704	I recall seeing posts for YEARS about the discontinuation of the hulk. Eventually it was accurate. I look at all lore of dc’s in the same way. Someday it will be accurate __________________ 2 Factor Authentication Enabled

31 May 2021, 02:30 AM	#17
Merlin69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Europe Watch: GMT II Posts: 393	Never heard about it. I don't think the SD will be discontinued. __________________ ♛ GMT Master II 116710LN, ♛ GMT Master II 126710BLRO, ♛ Submariner 116610LV, ♛ Explorer II 216570 Black, ♛ Deepsea D-Blue 126660 Ω Speedmaster Professional 1861 (Hesalite), Ω Speedmaster 321 "Ed White", Ω Speedmaster "Snoopy 50th Anniversary", IWC Fliegerchronograph, Cartier Tank Americaine Medium, Cartier Tank Must (Blue)

30 May 2021, 11:10 PM	#2
rolexgiants "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: new york, usa Posts: 2,903	Nahhhhh. They would be eliminating the sea dweller! The deep sea is a completely different animal.

30 May 2021, 11:15 PM	#3
dannyp Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: usa Posts: 6,765	Also ignores the fact that for decades the Sub and SD shared a 40mm diameter (along with all other Pro models besides the Exp. I and YM S/M models).

31 May 2021, 12:18 AM	#5
ferrissteve11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 1,116	If anything I could see them eliminating the Red Text, but keeping everything else the same. OR they could be really radical and remove the cyclops too. End of the day only Rolex knows and they're not talking.

31 May 2021, 12:21 AM	#6
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,786	Maybe. I like mine.

31 May 2021, 01:10 AM	#8
swexlin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: West Chester PA Posts: 429	We'll see. I've been waiting on a SD43 from my AD for 6 months now.

31 May 2021, 01:37 AM	#12
edingotham "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: I am here Posts: 127	Maybe the red text becomes white but Rolex isn't getting rid of the SD43

31 May 2021, 01:57 AM	#13
vh2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: USA Posts: 3,018	The security guard at my AD — who is a super cool dude — thinks the SD43 is sticking around.

31 May 2021, 02:10 AM	#15
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,061	I have mine, just will make it more desirable to own if discontinued. But I seriously doubt this, unless they start putting an HEV on the Sub and increase its depth rating.

31 May 2021, 02:34 AM	#18
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	Eventually SD43 will be discontinued just like 50th Anniversary Submariner, it's not a big seller and Rolex doesn't need to sell more sport watches

31 May 2021, 02:37 AM	#19
Rolexsd4000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: N.Y Watch: SD43 Mk1 , TT SD43 Posts: 970	If it is true what is Rolex going to do with this 43mm 126603? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

31 May 2021, 02:39 AM	#20
Pauln "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Paul Location: Colorado Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,543	Nah

1 June 2021, 06:23 AM	#21
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 6,198	Despite the fact its predecessor SD4K ref 116600 only lasted 3 years, I doubt they'll get rid ot the 126600 so soon considering its relative success. Also, I predict they'll soon come up with a blue dial TT SD43.

1 June 2021, 08:29 AM	#23
Master_Grogu Banned Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Tokyo Posts: 969	AD are the least knowledgeable people and this is on purpose. HQ doesn’t want them to spill the beans. Rolex owns a specific AD, and staff there told me they had absolutely no idea about the new release. They know they have a all hands meeting, but this is all. If this AD, closest to the HQ, doesn’t know, I doubt a random one elsewhere in the world will be privy to the secrets of the gods.

1 June 2021, 08:38 AM	#24
ks58 Banned Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United States Posts: 1,533	Just another thread to try to hype up a watch. Granted, I think it’s a gorgeous watch and hope to get one someday. Would go well with my James Cameron.

3 August 2021, 09:51 PM	#25
RolexJB "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: UK Posts: 6	They will be doing a date / no date version but with white text. Red line will stop in 2022.

3 August 2021, 09:57 PM	#26
inadeje 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,907	He probably said that because he’s tired of you asking for one. At ADs the TTs are never ever discontinued, even after they have been __________________ ♛ 218206 Roman ♛ 116689 ♛ 126710BLRO ♛ 16520 white ♛ 16523 white ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1R-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Bronzo 671 & 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Cartier Santos XL - Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

3 August 2021, 10:22 PM	#27
HMHM "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: HM Location: 🇲🇾 Posts: 2,477	I think the DSSD will be discontinued first before the SD43 next year.

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