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brettpaul · 6 September 2011, 03:40 AM

SD without question.....the Sub C is a great watch and I hope to get a Non-date if they're released next year.....but IF only 1, the SD would be THE ONE!

gwalker · 6 September 2011, 03:45 AM

Sub-C. They are practically the same watch that 99.999999% of the population can't tell apart though. The new bracelet is worth it alone to me and the ceramic bezel. That said I always like new, shiny, things. I don't like old things that aren't made anymore.

Paulie 50 · 6 September 2011, 03:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmsrolls

Sea-Dweller = THE Rolex diver!

Rolex ceramic bezels =

Fr. John†

That's also my view.

Woody · 6 September 2011, 04:01 AM

I have been lucky to own both and I would pick the Sub-C everytime

Mitchbo · 6 September 2011, 04:01 AM

I have a lot of nice watches but always wanted a Rolex in the stable. Because of the prices, I thought if I'm only going to have one Rolex what would it be? The straight forward, no bling, made for professionals, tool watch was my hands down choice.

tgoose1 · 6 September 2011, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gwalker

Sub-C. They are practically the same watch that 99.999999% of the population can't tell apart though. The new bracelet is worth it alone to me and the ceramic bezel. That said I always like new, shiny, things. I don't like old things that aren't made anymore.

From a modern day metro sexual perspective I agree. However, if both the classic sub/dweller and ceramic sub been available 50 years ago, for the heavy lifting pioneering tasks Rolex Subs/SD were engineered to conquer, chances are better than 99.999999% that the Sub/C would never have seen the light of day, for the two most cited reasons as "improvements". Life saving, mission critical rugged dependability is worth infinitely more than a shiny fragile bezel insert and additional moving parts in a clasp.

landroverking · 6 September 2011, 04:23 AM

Subs are everywhere. Soon the Subc will be too. SD best Rolex dive watch.

le_baroudeur · 6 September 2011, 04:27 AM

dweller. Classic case is definitely more refined.

psv · 6 September 2011, 04:28 AM

The brain says SubC: (slightly) improved movement, much improved bracelet (micro-adjustment) and lume (both hands and hour plots).

The heart says Sea-Dweller: rugged good looks and a true less-is-more classic. Lug holes!

I had both. I still have the SD...

Having said that, if you don't spend your time online and let yourself be influenced by the cult-status of the SD and your plan is only to have and use one single watch, then I think it is hard to beat a new Submariner with full warranty.

fstnlgl · 6 September 2011, 04:30 AM

Sd

RJC · 6 September 2011, 04:33 AM

Had 3 or 4 SD's over the years and swore I'd never get rid of the last one....... Until I tried the Sub C LN and couldn't flip it fast enough!

Sorry RG's, The SD is dead, long live the Sub C!!

folexhater · 6 September 2011, 04:38 AM

the mighty SD for me!

birdawg · 6 September 2011, 04:40 AM

Most responses are SD. I had one and traded for a sub c. I have zero regrets.
I liked the SD but had two issues. No cyclops and the tuna can clasp. I had the watch come loose several times and was afraid it was going to eventually get lost.
Mind you i ride motorcycles and do lots of communications work on vehicles and tower sites.

I will say that if Rolex had offered a bracelet upgrade I would have opted for that.
The sub c is a more substancial watch and having had it for more than a year I am happy with it. I sure do wish the blue face was available in stainless.

All of the value comments are true on the SD i sold it for a couple grand more than I paid.

Onikage · 6 September 2011, 04:53 AM

Sd.

mrloneranger · 6 September 2011, 05:19 AM

Sea Dweller

ufboy73 · 6 September 2011, 06:04 AM

no question - SD

desmo996 · 6 September 2011, 06:07 AM

The Sub is THE iconic Rolex....enough said.

buddy13 · 6 September 2011, 06:11 AM

I have both and can tell you that the SubC is superior in both form and function...

the glidelock clasp, larger minute hand and markers, improved in house lume and improved movement take the watch to an all new level...

Having said that however the SD is a classic with a ridiculous depth rating and a useless HRV so I can really understand why some people like it so much...they want to feel all masculine and stuff

....

You will be fine with both...just listen to your heart

...

le_baroudeur · 6 September 2011, 06:16 AM

As always, if you do not want to miss the "watch of your life", try both and wear (without thinking about the forum comments) the one that sings at you!

nauticajoe · 6 September 2011, 06:41 AM

Hmmmm.....tough choice!

capote · 6 September 2011, 07:30 AM

You answered your own question when you chose the name for the thread: Classic Sea Dweller or Sub C.

Mickey® · 6 September 2011, 07:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by capote

You answered your own question when you chose the name for the thread: Classic Sea Dweller or Sub C.

Give this man a Cigar and Lock this POST!!! This is the line of the day...IMHO.

pokpok · 6 September 2011, 07:36 AM

I'd be happy with either honestly but I had the choice a few months ago and went with the Sea Dweller. No regrets.

Quote:

Originally Posted by capote

You answered your own question when you chose the name for the thread: Classic Sea Dweller or Sub C.

/thread

Melanotaenia · 6 September 2011, 08:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desmo996

The Sub is THE iconic Rolex....enough said.

That may be true, but the new design leaves a lot to be desired compared to the classic case/design that had remained very close to the same for a VERY long time.

If this were a comparison between the SD and the non-ceramic Sub, well, that would definitely be a different discussion altogether!!

Nica64 · 6 September 2011, 08:46 AM

SD all the way!!

rollieguy · 6 September 2011, 08:51 AM

Sea Dweller without a doubt.

gwozhog · 6 September 2011, 11:48 AM

Come on Dude. Sub C kills the classic Seadweller. However if we are talking about the new Seadweller than there is no better dive watch made IMHO.

AirKing527 · 6 September 2011, 11:50 AM

Sd

Eric88 · 6 September 2011, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gwozhog

Come on Dude. Sub C kills the classic Seadweller. However if we are talking about the new Seadweller than there is no better dive watch made IMHO.

Ok tell us more about this thanks

jizeal · 6 September 2011, 02:00 PM

Both, but a SD first.

6 September 2011, 04:01 AM	#35
Mitchbo Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Mitch Location: Fort Wayne, IN Watch: Z Series SD Posts: 40	The Sea Dweller for me... I have a lot of nice watches but always wanted a Rolex in the stable. Because of the prices, I thought if I'm only going to have one Rolex what would it be? The straight forward, no bling, made for professionals, tool watch was my hands down choice.

6 September 2011, 04:27 AM	#38
le_baroudeur "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rennes, FRANCE Posts: 802	dweller. Classic case is definitely more refined. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Assoc. of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons.

6 September 2011, 04:33 AM	#41
RJC "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cheshire, UK Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,125	Had 3 or 4 SD's over the years and swore I'd never get rid of the last one....... Until I tried the Sub C LN and couldn't flip it fast enough! Sorry RG's, The SD is dead, long live the Sub C!! __________________ Current - DSSD 116660 - Sea-Dweller 126600

6 September 2011, 04:53 AM	#44
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Sd. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

6 September 2011, 05:19 AM	#45
mrloneranger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: UK Watch: Sea Dweller 116600 Posts: 252	Sea Dweller __________________ Ex. 2014 GMT II BLNR 116710 Ex. 2014 Daytona 116520 Black Ex. 2004 GMT II "Coke", "Pepsi", "Black" 16710 Ex. 2006 Platinum Yacht-Master 16622 Ex. Breitling Emergency Coral E76321

6 September 2011, 03:40 AM	#31
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	SD without question.....the Sub C is a great watch and I hope to get a Non-date if they're released next year.....but IF only 1, the SD would be THE ONE!

6 September 2011, 03:45 AM	#32
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	Sub-C. They are practically the same watch that 99.999999% of the population can't tell apart though. The new bracelet is worth it alone to me and the ceramic bezel. That said I always like new, shiny, things. I don't like old things that aren't made anymore.

6 September 2011, 04:01 AM	#34
Woody "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Africa Posts: 1,120	I have been lucky to own both and I would pick the Sub-C everytime

6 September 2011, 04:23 AM	#37
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Subs are everywhere. Soon the Subc will be too. SD best Rolex dive watch.

6 September 2011, 04:28 AM	#39
psv "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North America Posts: 11,066	The brain says SubC: (slightly) improved movement, much improved bracelet (micro-adjustment) and lume (both hands and hour plots). The heart says Sea-Dweller: rugged good looks and a true less-is-more classic. Lug holes! I had both. I still have the SD... Having said that, if you don't spend your time online and let yourself be influenced by the cult-status of the SD and your plan is only to have and use one single watch, then I think it is hard to beat a new Submariner with full warranty.

6 September 2011, 04:30 AM	#40
fstnlgl "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: california Posts: 136	Sd

6 September 2011, 04:38 AM	#42
folexhater Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: kel Location: Los Angeles Posts: 481	the mighty SD for me!

6 September 2011, 04:40 AM	#43
birdawg "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Tennessee Watch: Two Tone Sub Posts: 31	Most responses are SD. I had one and traded for a sub c. I have zero regrets. I liked the SD but had two issues. No cyclops and the tuna can clasp. I had the watch come loose several times and was afraid it was going to eventually get lost. Mind you i ride motorcycles and do lots of communications work on vehicles and tower sites. I will say that if Rolex had offered a bracelet upgrade I would have opted for that. The sub c is a more substancial watch and having had it for more than a year I am happy with it. I sure do wish the blue face was available in stainless. All of the value comments are true on the SD i sold it for a couple grand more than I paid.

6 September 2011, 06:04 AM	#46
ufboy73 Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: usa Posts: 1,601	no question - SD

6 September 2011, 06:07 AM	#47
desmo996 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: United States Watch: 116618LN Posts: 144	The Sub is THE iconic Rolex....enough said.

6 September 2011, 06:11 AM	#48
buddy13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Etienne Location: Malta Watch: Orient star 300m Posts: 724	I have both and can tell you that the SubC is superior in both form and function... the glidelock clasp, larger minute hand and markers, improved in house lume and improved movement take the watch to an all new level... Having said that however the SD is a classic with a ridiculous depth rating and a useless HRV so I can really understand why some people like it so much...they want to feel all masculine and stuff .... You will be fine with both...just listen to your heart ...

6 September 2011, 06:16 AM	#49
le_baroudeur "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rennes, FRANCE Posts: 802	As always, if you do not want to miss the "watch of your life", try both and wear (without thinking about the forum comments) the one that sings at you! __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Assoc. of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons.

6 September 2011, 07:30 AM	#51
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	You answered your own question when you chose the name for the thread: Classic Sea Dweller or Sub C.

6 September 2011, 08:46 AM	#55
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	SD all the way!! __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

6 September 2011, 08:51 AM	#56
rollieguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Toronto Canada Watch: utalkinboutwillis Posts: 113	Sea Dweller without a doubt. __________________ M 116520 Daytona Black dial , P 16600 Sea-Dweller , U 16570 Explorer II White

6 September 2011, 11:48 AM	#57
gwozhog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Point Blank, TX Posts: 2,893	Come on Dude. Sub C kills the classic Seadweller. However if we are talking about the new Seadweller than there is no better dive watch made IMHO.

6 September 2011, 11:50 AM	#58
AirKing527 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Nick Location: USA Watch: Explorer I Posts: 256	Sd

6 September 2011, 02:00 PM	#60
jizeal "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: South Florida Watch: neilswatches@gmail Posts: 5,157	Both, but a SD first.

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