WHo here has purchsed a 2006 SEA-DWELLER?

[Loaded]

After careful reading and asking questions i have found a few things weird for 2006.

1. No anchor ( no big deal)
2. No extra links
3. No tool
4. No Dive chart.



Late this evening after JJ asked if I got a extra link or tool I called my AD sales person.. He gave me is number because he is a watch wh0r3 like me.

He was absolutely certain 2006 sea-dweller no longer come with these extra's



What did you get in your box?

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Loaded

After careful reading and asking questions i have found a few things weird for 2006.

1. No anchor ( no big deal)
2. No extra links
3. No tool
4. No Dive chart.



Late this evening after JJ asked if I got a extra link or tool I called my AD sales person.. He gave me is number because he is a watch wh0r3 like me.

He was absolutely certain 2006 sea-dweller no longer come with these extra's



What did you get in your box?

If this is true, then shame on Rolex. Never mind that stupid anchor, but how can they supply a Sea-Dweller (which is definitely a professional diver's watch) without the extra link and a screwdriver to attach it?

Also the dive chart may never be used by 99.99% of us, but there could be a few guys out there who would buy the SD specifically for diving purposes only...and that too maybe professional diving.

I find this all very hard to comprehend. That superb screwdriver and extra link with the diving chart were all a part of the SD kit. Now the whole value of the SD image would have dropped without these essentials!!

Sad to see these 2 items no longer come with the SD...

[jolton]

I just recently purchased a 2006 sea-dweller, and I can assure you, that aside that anchor thing, every thing else you mention does come with it.

I recieved the tool, the chart, and the extra "L" extension link.

Perhaps some one was being a little less than honest with you?

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by Loaded

After careful reading and asking questions i have found a few things weird for 2006.

1. No anchor ( no big deal)
2. No extra links
3. No tool
4. No Dive chart.



Late this evening after JJ asked if I got a extra link or tool I called my AD sales person.. He gave me is number because he is a watch wh0r3 like me.

He was absolutely certain 2006 sea-dweller no longer come with these extra's



What did you get in your box?

You have been duped. Go to www.rolex.com and to the Professional line. Then to Sea-Dweller. In the description, the link and tool are mentioned as part of the package. Go back and demand these items! Are you sure it is an AD?

[JJ Irani]

You are right, Frans...it has been stated that the tool kit and extra link come with the SD. Just hope this is not last year's ad still to be updated.

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

You are right, Frans...it has been stated that the tool kit and extra link come with the SD. Just hope this is not last year's ad still to be updated.

They have no reason to do so, the items at hand are not expensive. I smell a rat here.

But the decision to drop the anchor still baffles me. We all know it’s a trinket. It’s a toy. But it’s also a part of the Rolex heritage. In my case it was a metal anchor, unless I’m very mistaken. I mention this because I’ve read that some owners claim it is plastic. My letters to Rolex were always answered so how about a campaign to get the anchor back?

Rolex owners of the world unite! GTAB, Get The Anchor Back!

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

They have no reason to do so, the items at hand are not expensive. I smell a rat here.

But the decision to drop the anchor still baffles me. We all know it’s a trinket. It’s a toy. But it’s also a part of the Rolex heritage. In my case it was a metal anchor, unless I’m very mistaken. I mention this because I’ve read that some owners claim it is plastic. My letters to Rolex were always answered so how about a campaign to get the anchor back?

Rolex owners of the world unite! GTAB, Get The Anchor Back!

Definitely plastic, coated with some stuff to just make it "look" like steel. I still have one from my previous collection. POS if you ask me. But the screwdriver and extra "L" link are a must with the SD...along with the Dive Chart.

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Definitely plastic, coated with some stuff to just make it "look" like steel. I still have one from my previous collection. POS if you ask me. But the screwdriver and extra "L" link are a must with the SD...along with the Dive Chart.

????? It feels cold to the touch and plastic doesn't do that. I think it's the material some toy cars are made from, a mix of lead and zink, chrome plated. Never mind. The items are not exiting, it's the fact that someone stole them, because that's what it is

[Loaded]

See my other thread Big stinking rats at Bachendorfs Dallas!

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Loaded

See my other thread Big stinking rats at Bachendorfs Dallas!

Seen and replied, pal!!!

[Val]

We have a SD in the store now, and it did NOT come with the screwdriver and anchor. I believe the extra link is attached already... (extention link?) I will prob to find out why. Also, how do you know if it's and 06 model? I thought we were still in the D series, (which is 05 IIRC) .

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Val

We have a SD in the store now, and it did NOT come with the screwdriver and anchor. I believe the extra link is attached already... (extention link?) I will prob to find out why. Also, how do you know if it's and 06 model? I thought we were still in the D series, (which is 05 IIRC) .

While I'm not doubting what you've just said, Val, it is rather surprising if Rolex does not supply those items with a professional dive watch.

Also, there is already the "S" link attached to the bracelet. How can they also attach the "L" link to that which would then make the bracelet impossibly BIG for any average wrist? The "L" link is ONLY attached when the owner wishes to wear the watch over and outside a very thick diving suit.

JJ

[Val]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

While I'm not doubting what you've just said, Val, it is rather surprising if Rolex does not supply those items with a professional dive watch.

Also, there is already the "S" link attached to the bracelet. How can they also attach the "L" link to that which would then make the bracelet impossibly BIG for any average wrist? The "L" link is ONLY attached when the owner wishes to wear the watch over and outside a very thick diving suit.

JJ

I see what you are saying. I believe you are correct. I will definitely look into this when I'm at work.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Val

I see what you are saying. I believe you are correct. I will definitely look into this when I'm at work.

Thanks for that, Val.

What I'd really like you to do is open up the box of a brand new Sea-Dweller and check for the following extras...

A green leather pouch with a small loop on the top though which the screwdriver is inserted. Then there is a slot in front for the special Dive Card and on the left will be the "L" link (which I have pictured on the previous page) in a small plastic bag.

The above is of course besides the usual warranty card holder, booklets, etc.

Thanks - JJ

[Val]

You are 100% correct JJ. Actually, you helped us find and fix an error in our store. When we receive Rolexes or any watch for that matter, we take them out of the box along with the warranty papers (if applicable). After, we put them in the display cases and we store the boxes. As most of you know, Rolex has 4 main box sizes ( new Rolexes, excluding Cellini), so we store them according to size. I never knew that the SD came with these items, so I never looked for them. (actually, my manager was the only one who knew of them, but he figured that Rolex was not providing them anymore). That was one issue, not knowing to look for it, the second issue is that on occasion we transfer watches to other stores, If the person doing the transfer does not know about these items, they are left in the original store, with the original box. We are now implementing measures to correct the problem.

Also, Rolex is no longer issuing the anchors like they used to...

[Launch Mini]

Great work JJ
We all know this is gonna go to JJ's head & I see Balloon Head pictures soon to follow.

[Flick]

Hey guys,

Bought my SD from Ben Bridge yesterday and it came with all the fore mentioned items in a green pouch. I believe Subs and SD's should still come with anchors. My watches serial is D720XXX.

"L" link
Dive chart
Tool(screwdriver)
Anchor

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Val

You are 100% correct JJ. Actually, you helped us find and fix an error in our store. When we receive Rolexes or any watch for that matter, we take them out of the box along with the warranty papers (if applicable). After, we put them in the display cases and we store the boxes. As most of you know, Rolex has 4 main box sizes ( new Rolexes, excluding Cellini), so we store them according to size. I never knew that the SD came with these items, so I never looked for them. (actually, my manager was the only one who knew of them, but he figured that Rolex was not providing them anymore). That was one issue, not knowing to look for it, the second issue is that on occasion we transfer watches to other stores, If the person doing the transfer does not know about these items, they are left in the original store, with the original box. We are now implementing measures to correct the problem.

Also, Rolex is no longer issuing the anchors like they used to...

Thanks for the appreciation, Val. You're right, no more anchors. I didn't get one with my new Sub but it looks like our friend, Flick, did get one with his SD!!

JJ

[Flick]

Here's the pic of my box from yesterday.



and the "L" link:

[JJ Irani]