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Post by sheldonsmith on Mar 29, 2014 23:14:33 GMT -6
  One of the watches that always fascinated me is the DeepSea SeaDweller. Despite the size, I always appreciated the engineering and details that are in the Rolex DeepSea. Also appealing is that the DeepSea has functions and details found on no other Rolex model. Like my other favorite Rolex, the revised 42mm Explorer II, the DeepSea is only available in 904L stainless steel. The DeepSea aspects that speak to me (aka -are just cool) are the crystal, bracelet clasp, and the titanium ring lock caseback. These details are what drew me to the watch and are the same features that are found on no other watch, including ones in the Rolex line. There is more to the review at www.minus4plus6.com/deepsea.htmAll errors and omissions are mine, so feel free to point them out -Sheldon |
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Post by CHIP on Mar 29, 2014 23:15:23 GMT -6
About to read it right now!
Good to see you here Sheldon!
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Post by Pete on Mar 30, 2014 3:01:42 GMT -6
Hi Sheldon!
I always enjoy your website when I pop in.
Gotta love the DSSD.
A unique watch in every regard.
I love mine.
Cheers
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Post by carl on Mar 30, 2014 5:31:23 GMT -6
A really excellent review. Also some great comparisons with the regular SubC, some differences that are not apparent unless revealed in depth by an owner like yourself.
As you say, the premier Rolex diver. Perhaps the premium diver of all makes and models. Even though I am not a diver, there are so many unique features of this watch that, if I had the funds, it might well be a consideration for me.
An interesting observation about the case size, thickness ratio. Comparing with the 16600 SeaDweller. Although I don't own an Omega Planet Ocean, I found the same thing to be true when wearing a 42mm PO compared to the 45.5mm XL.
I always wondered about the difference in Glidelock clasps between the Sub and the DSSD. The Sub Glidelock is more like a bit of an upgrade from the Easylink found on the Explorer, which only allows 1 increment of 5mm. I had a Milgauss with the Easylink, and personally found it to be of no use at all. At least the Sub has more, and smaller, adjustable increments.
Very interesting. I'm reading it at 4:30am, though. I will go back and have another read when I am a bit fresher!
Cheers,
Carl
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Post by Robb on Mar 30, 2014 5:46:17 GMT -6
Great review Sheldon! I always love to visit your site
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Post by rw16610 on Mar 30, 2014 11:46:50 GMT -6
Excellent review, Sheldon! The DSSD is certainly an engineering marvel! The funny thing is, the size actually is rather modest compared to some of the large offerings from Oris, Breitling, Hublot and so many other brands. The blue lume is one of my favourite aspects! Although no one will ever go that deep into the ocean it's all about what the company achieved and how this represents it being impervious to almost anything you could ever put it through. Those updated Explorer II's are amazing as well.
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Post by king780 on Mar 30, 2014 12:41:58 GMT -6
Great review. Thank you.
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