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Old 6 July 2020, 03:41 AM   #1
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Old 27 July 2020, 09:00 AM   #2
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Great write-up. Love mine. Enjoy and wear in good health.
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Old 2 August 2020, 09:37 AM   #3
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Great write-up. Love mine. Enjoy and wear in good health.
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Old 28 September 2020, 11:58 AM   #4
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Came in with my SD43, tried on the 124060, would have loved to leave with both but no chance... *sigh*





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Old 28 September 2020, 12:36 PM   #5
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Fantastic and very helpful as I have been looking at the scheduler… Thank you very much
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Old 23 October 2020, 08:47 AM   #6
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Old 22 November 2020, 01:04 AM   #7
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I've had mine for a couple of weeks - really loving it.

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Old 23 November 2020, 03:38 AM   #8
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I've had mine for a couple of weeks - really loving it...
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I've had mine for a couple of weeks - really loving it.



That red really stands out in the sun! gorgeous.
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Old 28 November 2020, 05:22 AM   #10
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Old 28 November 2020, 12:34 PM   #11
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Let me add this recent SD43 sight to this catalogue...
Looking good T4S
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Old 15 December 2020, 08:48 AM   #12
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A great article, many thanks to the OP for sharing with excellent photos.
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Old 9 March 2021, 08:59 PM   #13
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How would this look on a 7" wrist?

Any photo examples?
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Old 10 March 2021, 03:18 AM   #14
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what is SD43 dial color? Is it black or dark grey? Some pictures looks like deep black, some - like grey.
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Old 10 March 2021, 03:33 AM   #15
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It’s matte black.


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Old 11 March 2021, 05:55 AM   #16
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what is SD43 dial color? Is it black or dark grey? Some pictures looks like deep black, some - like grey.
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I beg to differ.

I realize lotta people say matte... but this dial is more than that imo.

To me:
In low light, it’s matte.
In sunlight, it’s satin-like.

Rolex website used to state “black, gloss, fine satin finish” but now doesn’t show any description except “black” lol
I think even they r confused.
Yes the screen shot from Rolex site below is of the 18k sd43.. but afaik they both have same dial.

Hodinkee says 126600 is “little glossy”

All I know is that it’s special
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Very cool and detailed review.Good news is that my AD called and my SD50 has arrived also:-)
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Old 12 March 2021, 05:57 AM   #18
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Rolex 126600: sixth generation of the Sea Dweller

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Very cool and detailed review.Good news is that my AD called and my SD50 has arrived also:-)

SD43 - 43 mm
SD50 - 50th anniv.
SD54 - 54th anniv. in 2021
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Old 18 March 2021, 01:35 AM   #19
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A great article, many thanks to the OP for sharing with excellent photos.
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Very cool and detailed review.Good news is that my AD called and my SD50 has arrived also:-)
Many thanks, gents @Morganfletch - please be sure to post some shots once yours gets in

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To me In low light, it’s matte. In sunlight, it’s satin-like...
I have to agree - it's not purely matte so "satin-like" sounds good to me

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Old 25 March 2021, 09:53 PM   #20
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Hey guys, great review loved it.
Just a quick question When did they change that SWISS MADE writing at 6 o'clock has a crown between them?
It's different than in this first review pics.

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Old 25 March 2021, 10:10 PM   #21
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Hey guys, great review loved it.
Just a quick question When did they change that SWISS MADE writing at 6 o'clock has a crown between them?
It's different than in this first review pics.

thanks M.
Early summer 2018 the first mk2 dials started to pop up.
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Old 6 April 2021, 04:28 PM   #22
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Great write up, made me love the SD even more! Does the Mk2 have the laser crown?
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Old 6 April 2021, 05:53 PM   #23
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Great write up, made me love the SD even more! Does the Mk2 have the laser crown?
Yes, both mk1 and mk2 have the LEC.
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Early summer 2018 the first mk2 dials started to pop up. ... Yes, both mk1 and mk2 have the LEC.
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Old 20 July 2021, 07:37 AM   #26
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A Great review as everyone has already stated.

I have had my new SD for a few weeks now and can't help feeling that this is the one I will die wearing.
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Old 13 August 2021, 10:45 AM   #27
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A Great review as everyone has already stated.

I have had my new SD for a few weeks now and can't help feeling that this is the one I will die wearing.
Sorry for the late reply - I somehow missed your post

More importantly, a big congrats to you, sir!!! By all means, let's have a wristshot of your awesome new beast

p.s. I tend to snap mine on the 1st because just like you, I believe this is my ultimate diver

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Thanks for sharing all these pics and reviews
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Old 26 November 2021, 11:47 PM   #29
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Thanks for sharing all these pics and reviews
Many thanks it's always a great pleasure when talking about such an awesome reference

Speaking of which...



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Old 27 November 2021, 08:39 AM   #30
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