Is The DeepSea The RockStar SS Watch..

[DCgator]

DSSD is THE rock star, no other choice in similar dive watch lineup. My 2c.

[DCheeta]

Originally Posted by CoachRolexRyan

Yes. And for all the haters out there you can get a 36 mm old lady's watch and think you're cool because it says Rolex.
You guys that keep dissing the watch because of it's proportions need to grow a pair already and get with the times...seriously!
I'm at the Palma Real in Punta Cana right now,..and it's a young, attractive, fashionable, international crowd.
And let me tell you my Deapsea fits in perfectly here,...but when I visit my grandpa at the nursing home,..not so much.

Wow.

[Macnavara]

Originally Posted by postalworker

The Deep-Sea is a white elephant

Well thats that then...now thats official i guess rolex will halt immediate production of this horological disaster with immediate effect!

[Cru Jones]

i thought this was the "rock star rolex"??

[submariner123]

no, it is a fat Submariner.

[Macnavara]

Originally Posted by Dr DRW

I'm guessing Rolex brought out the new Seadweller for a reason probably because the DSSD hasn't sold that well. The new SdC is a much better offspring to the 16600.

I think its the opposite.

I think the 4000 has been introduced as the standard sub is starting to feel very thin and lightweight so this way rolex can please both traditionalist and people that want a more modern heft to there watches.

As far as not selling many dssd how have you concluded this as rolex do not release sales figures so you are guessing....i guess

[steveclocks]

I always feel like a Rockstar or moviestar with my DSSD on my wrist
Oh and for the "haters" on here...I just know you'll want a DSSD and will appreciate it, once it's discontinued ! It will be a grailwatch then.
YES I am keeping mine

[Rosex]

Yes!

[vette boy 52]

Yes, it is the rock star. The engineering is second to none, the bracelet is the best in the Sub line. And it is just an overall cool watch.

[capote]

Its the Jersey Shore Rolex

[Degas]

Originally Posted by postalworker

The Deep-Sea is a white elephant

in a porcelain shop

[eightbore]

While an interesting technical exercise, the Deep Sea needs to be smaller and without all the text all over it. It doesn't need to shout with all its practical prowess and owners who use it don't want to shout with the watch either. As noted above, there is a reason the new Sea-dweller came out...because the Deep Sea was NOT doing the job of effectively replacing the old one.

The real Rock Star in the SS line was discontinued. It was the one that knew it's was cool enough to not have to visually brag about itself....The 36mm Explorer I.

[Shikar]

Originally Posted by StaceeJaxx

Having owned/Own both, depends on the wrist

Correct.

I had a DSSD and felt it was too big, but missed it after wearing the SD. So got another DSSD which I was wearing and a buddy who is looking to get a SD tried it on yesterday. It looked comically large on his wrist.

The watch and owners proportions have to match.

I am 6'1" with a 7.5" wrist and he is 5'9" with a 6.5" wrist. The SD would suit him better proportionately than a DSSD.

It's not that complicated. :-)

Regards.

[TotalReturn]

I love these posts about opinion as it seems in this robust community everyone has one and they are fierce. Bottom line- if you were to pose this question with "is the SubC..." or "is the Daytona..." you would have the same positive/negative response. Ultimately I would make any decision on a purchase this important on what you like- not what other people think. Either way you are going to get an absolutely wonderful watch from one of Earth top brands. IMHO! Btw- I do love the DSSD but could do without the text...


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[tkerrmd]

Originally Posted by TotalReturn

I love these posts about opinion as it seems in this robust community everyone has one and they are fierce. Bottom line- if you were to pose this question with "is the SubC..." or "is the Daytona..." you would have the same positive/negative response. Ultimately I would make any decision on a purchase this important on what you like- not what other people think. Either way you are going to get an absolutely wonderful watch from one of Earth top brands. IMHO!


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Agree, I think some forget the many sizes and styles are for the many different tastes. One doesn't suit all and everyone doesn't like everything so pick what ya like, appreciate others tastes and why they like what they like and enjoy

[ash20]

Originally Posted by Rosex

Yes!

+1 Once you own one, you'll know...

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by eightbore

As noted above, there is a reason the new Sea-dweller came out...because the Deep Sea was NOT doing the job of effectively replacing the old one.

you know this how??

i dont agree with the speculation - the DSSD was never intended to effectively replace any older model. it was (and continues to be) its own watch with its own place in the lineup - this is fact, as they have now brought back the SD and yet the DSSD still continues....

[Gottahaverolex]

Most guys that dislike the DSSD can't pull it off because they have small wrists. Some don't like it because of the text on the ring lock or the bracelet taper. For me, any watch smaller than 42mm is just too small. I have a 7 3/4" flat wrist so I need the deepsea as a Sub or regular SD look like a woman's watch on me. Larger watches are not a fad they are the norm now. Rolex is in the minority of luxury watch brands by having most of its line 41mm and smaller. That's not a bad or good thing. IMHO making the SD4000 a 40mm watch was a huge mistake, should have made it 42mm and it would have appealed to a much larger audience. To those that like their tiny subC's and SD's enjoy! I'll stick with a man's watch thank you

[Keith1]

The DSSD is the Rock Star (SS) for me with it's bigger size, more weight, glidelock extension system, and the domed crystal is the greatest!

[Keith1]

Originally Posted by ufboy73

you know this how??

i dont agree with the speculation - the DSSD was never intended to effectively replace any older model. it was (and continues to be) its own watch with its own place in the lineup - this is fact, as they have now brought back the SD and yet the DSSD still continues....

+1. Well stated.

[jack81]

Originally Posted by Jake B

Likewise. Call me immature, but the big "GAS ESCAPE" printed on the rehaut in bold letters has me trying to find the hidden fart joke.

You forgot that its "THE" Original Gas that escapes. So may be it does have some funny hidden meaning.

[lig]

Originally Posted by Gottahaverolex

Most guys that dislike the DSSD can't pull it off because they have small wrists. Some don't like it because of the text on the ring lock or the bracelet taper. For me, any watch smaller than 42mm is just too small. I have a 7 3/4" flat wrist so I need the deepsea as a Sub or regular SD look like a woman's watch on me. Larger watches are not a fad they are the norm now. Rolex is in the minority of luxury watch brands by having most of its line 41mm and smaller. That's not a bad or good thing. IMHO making the SD4000 a 40mm watch was a huge mistake, should have made it 42mm and it would have appealed to a much larger audience. To those that like their tiny subC's and SD's enjoy! I'll stick with a man's watch thank you

Sounds like you should skip the girly DSSD and just rock a Welder or Nixon.

[Bernie.H.]

Originally Posted by CoachRolexRyan

Yes. And for all the haters out there you can get a 36 mm old lady's watch and think you're cool because it says Rolex.
You guys that keep dissing the watch because of it's proportions need to grow a pair already and get with the times...seriously!
I'm at the Palma Real in Punta Cana right now,..and it's a young, attractive, fashionable, international crowd.
And let me tell you my Deapsea fits in perfectly here,...but when I visit my grandpa at the nursing home,..not so much.

We'll said.

[jamesbondOO7]

Enjoy your new watch!

[Wesley Crusher]

Originally Posted by CoachRolexRyan

Yes. And for all the haters out there you can get a 36 mm old lady's watch and think you're cool because it says Rolex.
You guys that keep dissing the watch because of it's proportions need to grow a pair already and get with the times...seriously!
I'm at the Palma Real in Punta Cana right now,..and it's a young, attractive, fashionable, international crowd.
And let me tell you my Deapsea fits in perfectly here,...but when I visit my grandpa at the nursing home,..not so much.

That was a very ignorant thing to say.

[ronburgundy]

DSSD will be my next purchase. I like its size, partly because I'm a bigger guy with large wrists. It is to me, but it's different for everyone as I'm sure you can see by now.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by CoachRolexRyan

Yes. And for all the haters out there you can get a 36 mm old lady's watch and think you're cool because it says Rolex.
You guys that keep dissing the watch because of it's proportions need to grow a pair already and get with the times...seriously!
I'm at the Palma Real in Punta Cana right now,..and it's a young, attractive, fashionable, international crowd.
And let me tell you my Deapsea fits in perfectly here,...but when I visit my grandpa at the nursing home,..not so much.

Me thinks the lady doth protest too much, just sell it already!

[BMW Guy]

Instead of hating on one of the best watches ever built. I can see where it is top heavy on a smaller wrist. Perhaps you should buy a watch that fits you. I don't know of anyone that buys an Armani suits 3 sizes to big. I am somewhat of a bigger build and the DSSD is the perfect size for me. I have to admit though, that it took some time getting used to the extra weight on my wrist.

[landroverking]

Originally Posted by CoachRolexRyan

Yes. And for all the haters out there you can get a 36 mm old lady's watch and think you're cool because it says Rolex.
You guys that keep dissing the watch because of it's proportions need to grow a pair already and get with the times...seriously!
I'm at the Palma Real in Punta Cana right now,..and it's a young, attractive, fashionable, international crowd.
And let me tell you my Deapsea fits in perfectly here,...but when I visit my grandpa at the nursing home,..not so much.

Bet you got to drive a ford f-250 to feel big too.

[14060m]

Wear what you love
I'm a subc date kinda guy