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naptown airking · 28 September 2006, 02:08 AM

Hello everyone,
Just wanted to know is the major differences of the Sea-Dweller model and Submariner model? Is there any advantages or disadvantages? More features with the Sea-Dweller than the Sub?
There is a jewerly store in my area that has a SS Sea-Dweller within the $3400 range. It is a mid 90's model (91 to be exact).

What you guys think?

Oh, the cool thing about it, is that it has hellium gas value on the side. COOOLL!

Darrick

RogerF · 28 September 2006, 02:13 AM

SD has no cyclops
SD good for 4000ft WR and Sub is 1000ft
SD has thicker crystal and slightly smaller dial
SD has a thicker case
SD has polished sides on the bracelet
SD has Helium escape valve
SD is heavier

I think thats it (I only have a SD and no sub to compare it to)

Oh and that price seems to be high, I bought a BNIB for $4000 USD in 2005, for 3400 I would expect you to get something a little newer.

RogerF · 28 September 2006, 02:14 AM

One more thing, if you are not a professional diver, you won't be able to take advantage of the SD's extras. It comes down to preference.

BTW

I LOVE ME SOME SD

padi56 · 28 September 2006, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RogerF

SD has no cyclops
SD good for 4000ft WR and Sub is 1000ft
SD has thicker crystal and slightly smaller dial
SD has a thicker case
SD has polished sides on the bracelet
SD has Helium escape valve
SD is heavier

I think thats it (I only have a SD and no sub to compare it to)

Oh and that price seems to be high, I bought a BNIB for $4000 USD in 2005, for 3400 I would expect you to get something a little newer.

Just about sums it up in a nut shell so to speak Rodger,will add SD a little bit more exclusive,not so many around as the Sub.

morgman · 28 September 2006, 03:15 AM

For $3800 you can get a brand new 14060m

TNRonin · 28 September 2006, 03:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by morgman

For $3800 you can get a brand new 14060m

I had a 14060M and the SD just feels like the Sub on steriods. I love my SD, never take it off.

C.J. · 28 September 2006, 03:19 AM

Roger pretty much wrapped it up

It pretty much comes down to cyclops or not to cyclops

watchdrummer · 28 September 2006, 03:35 AM

I would go with Sub even though I am not wild about cyclops. I now have these great dive watches and I can barely swim even though I have a huge pool. My kids laughed because before jumping in the pool the other day I about panicked because I had my Sub on.My son: " dad I think it can withstand 7 feet".

JJ Irani · 28 September 2006, 03:47 AM

You guys forgot ONE very important difference.

The SD has FIVE full links on the '6' side, whereas the Sub-date has 4½ links on that same side!!

C.J. · 28 September 2006, 03:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

You guys forgot ONE very important difference.

The SD has FIVE full links on the '6' side, whereas the Sub-date has 4½ links on that same side!!

QUIET, JJ. He said SD vs Sub not lamb vs sheep. This is not part of your field of expertise

JJ Irani · 28 September 2006, 03:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C.J.

QUIET, JJ. He said SD vs Sub not lamb vs sheep. This is not part of your field of expertise

Shhhhhhhhhhh....don't tell anyone I told you this, but the sheep has an extra link too....and ONLY Yoda knows where that is, tosser!!

RogerF · 28 September 2006, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by morgman

For $3800 you can get a brand new 14060m

My buddy picked up a 14060M brand new from an AD for $3300.

Deals are out there just have to look and know how to talk to the AD.

C.J. · 28 September 2006, 03:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RogerF

My buddy picked up a 14060M brand new from an AD for $3300.

Deals are out there just have to look and know how to talk to the AD.

I got mine for $3350 back in March

Like you said, they are out there

mike · 28 September 2006, 04:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by naptown airking

Hello everyone,
Just wanted to know is the major differences of the Sea-Dweller model and Submariner model? Is there any advantages or disadvantages? More features with the Sea-Dweller than the Sub?
There is a jewerly store in my area that has a SS Sea-Dweller within the $3400 range. It is a mid 90's model (91 to be exact).

What you guys think?

Oh, the cool thing about it, is that it has hellium gas value on the side. COOOLL!

Darrick

If I may add one thing to what has been said. How important is luminosity to you? You mention the vintage on the dweller is circa 1991. That watch should have a tritium dial. Tritium has a usefull life of about 12.5 years after the lume degrades. Is this ok?
I have a dweller, but love the sub--more comfortable to me. But, if I could get a mint tritium dial dweller I'd be all over it!!!!

mailman · 28 September 2006, 04:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Shhhhhhhhhhh....don't tell anyone I told you this, but the sheep has an extra link too....and ONLY Yoda knows where that is, tosser!!

60 yrs old and you probably still haven't found it

JJ Irani · 28 September 2006, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by mailman

60 yrs old and you probably still haven't found it

astcell · 28 September 2006, 05:38 AM

One thing I wish was different:

The SD has any color face you want, as long as it's black.

C.J. · 28 September 2006, 05:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Shhhhhhhhhhh....don't tell anyone I told you this, but the sheep has an extra link too....and ONLY Yoda knows where that is, tosser!!

PLEASE, keep that one to yourself

Goodwatch · 28 September 2006, 05:48 AM

With the SD your body can be crushed at 4000 ft, with the Sub at only 1000 ft. How's that for a difference?

And this thread was already hijacked, so don't look at me

RogerF · 28 September 2006, 07:24 AM

here's some history on both models for ya

http://www.thewatchquote.com/Sub-Sea-Dweller-No_94.htm

Goodwatch · 28 September 2006, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RogerF

here's some history on both models for ya

http://www.thewatchquote.com/Sub-Sea-Dweller-No_94.htm

Thanks, great reading!

naptown airking · 28 September 2006, 07:34 AM

Thanks all for your input. You guys are wonderfull when it comes to infomation. I did notice that it is alot more heavier than the Sub. And it looks like the AD price is even better. I guess the store thought SD carries the same big price tag as Sub's.

You guys are right, there are some good deals out there. I guess for that price, I could just upgrade to a Sub.

THANKS AGAIN GUYS,

Darrick

SWOS · 28 September 2006, 09:00 AM

Just get the Subdate 16610 .. u can thank me latter

morgman · 28 September 2006, 09:48 AM

What about this one?

JJ Irani · 28 September 2006, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SWOS

Just get the Subdate 16610 .. u can thank me latter

You're the man, Ahmed!!

RogerF · 28 September 2006, 05:17 PM

RogerF · 28 September 2006, 05:18 PM

RogerF · 28 September 2006, 05:19 PM

ahh one more

JJ Irani · 28 September 2006, 05:22 PM

You really do love that SD don't you, Roger?

RogerF · 28 September 2006, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

You really do love that SD don't you, Roger?

what makes you say that?

28 September 2006, 02:08 AM	#1
naptown airking Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Indiana Watch: SS AIR-KING Posts: 38	Differences and Advantages--Sea Dweller vs. Submariner Hello everyone, Just wanted to know is the major differences of the Sea-Dweller model and Submariner model? Is there any advantages or disadvantages? More features with the Sea-Dweller than the Sub? There is a jewerly store in my area that has a SS Sea-Dweller within the $3400 range. It is a mid 90's model (91 to be exact). What you guys think? Oh, the cool thing about it, is that it has hellium gas value on the side. COOOLL! Darrick

28 September 2006, 03:19 AM	#7
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Roger pretty much wrapped it up It pretty much comes down to cyclops or not to cyclops __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

28 September 2006, 03:47 AM	#9
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	You guys forgot ONE very important difference. The SD has FIVE full links on the '6' side, whereas the Sub-date has 4½ links on that same side!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

28 September 2006, 05:48 AM	#19
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	With the SD your body can be crushed at 4000 ft, with the Sub at only 1000 ft. How's that for a difference? And this thread was already hijacked, so don't look at me __________________ Member# 127

28 September 2006, 05:22 PM	#29
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	You really do love that SD don't you, Roger? __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

28 September 2006, 02:13 AM	#2
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573	SD has no cyclops SD good for 4000ft WR and Sub is 1000ft SD has thicker crystal and slightly smaller dial SD has a thicker case SD has polished sides on the bracelet SD has Helium escape valve SD is heavier I think thats it (I only have a SD and no sub to compare it to) Oh and that price seems to be high, I bought a BNIB for $4000 USD in 2005, for 3400 I would expect you to get something a little newer.

28 September 2006, 02:14 AM	#3
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573	One more thing, if you are not a professional diver, you won't be able to take advantage of the SD's extras. It comes down to preference. BTW I LOVE ME SOME SD

28 September 2006, 03:15 AM	#5
morgman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 475	For $3800 you can get a brand new 14060m

28 September 2006, 03:35 AM	#8
watchdrummer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Terry Location: va Watch: TT YM TT Sub TT Da Posts: 264	I would go with Sub even though I am not wild about cyclops. I now have these great dive watches and I can barely swim even though I have a huge pool. My kids laughed because before jumping in the pool the other day I about panicked because I had my Sub on.My son: " dad I think it can withstand 7 feet".

28 September 2006, 05:38 AM	#17
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	One thing I wish was different: The SD has any color face you want, as long as it's black.

28 September 2006, 07:24 AM	#20
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573	here's some history on both models for ya http://www.thewatchquote.com/Sub-Sea-Dweller-No_94.htm

28 September 2006, 07:34 AM	#22
naptown airking Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Indiana Watch: SS AIR-KING Posts: 38	Thanks all for your input. You guys are wonderfull when it comes to infomation. I did notice that it is alot more heavier than the Sub. And it looks like the AD price is even better. I guess the store thought SD carries the same big price tag as Sub's. You guys are right, there are some good deals out there. I guess for that price, I could just upgrade to a Sub. THANKS AGAIN GUYS, Darrick

28 September 2006, 09:00 AM	#23
SWOS Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Q8 Posts: 110	Just get the Subdate 16610 .. u can thank me latter

28 September 2006, 05:17 PM	#26
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573

28 September 2006, 05:18 PM	#27
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573

28 September 2006, 05:19 PM	#28
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573	ahh one more

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