Opinions on SS Sky Dweller

[G'ed]

Another shot. Don’t think it’s huge on 6.5” wrist..

[A.I.]

Originally Posted by yannis

It is not huge it is a bit larger than a Sub or GMT. Awesome looking piece and one of the best (if not the best) movements/complications Rolex currently makes.

Sub and GMT wear a bit small on my flat 6.5" wrist. SD43 is fine and I am waitlisted for SkyD.

Each to their own.

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by Vipes

Members who have received a SS Sky Dweller, can you tell me how long you waited?

Have purchased from Mayor's previously (never asked/received discount) and yet am #1 on lists for Tampa and UTC in Bradenton (called minutes after Mayors opened, talked with my sales guy when the SkyD was first announced). Still waiting for the call, waited... waited.... so i got it elsewhere a few months back.

Still waiting for the Daytona ceramic white dial call..... waiting.... waiting....

Has ANYONE here who deals with Mayors ever received a ceramic Daytona white dial or SS SkyD blue?

[topcat30093]

I have been looking at this model.
I have a reasonably flat 6 3/4 inch wrist.
The first is obviously the white dial while the second is a Bi-Metal
What do you think?







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[HL65]

My wrist is 7.5" I don't think I would have gotten one if it were 6.5" as it would be too large IMHO.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by topcat30093

I have been looking at this model.
I have a reasonably flat 6 3/4 inch wrist.
The first is obviously the white dial while the second is a Bi-Metal
What do you think?







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Absolutely fine, even with those close in shots.

[BrazenC5]

Originally Posted by tng11

Look at this - a white dial on my 6.5" wrist. The angle is exacerbating the size, but it looks like a dinner plate strapped to...

I have a 6.5in wrist also, but doesnt hang over.

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[Vipes]

Thanks, guys. All of the pics are very helpful

[ap1]

Originally Posted by tng11

Look at this - a white dial on my 6.5" wrist. The angle is exacerbating the size, but it looks like a dinner plate strapped to my wrist.

I too have a 6.5 and here’s a pic, not the same overhang? That said it’s large and when I find myself questioning size, the watch normally grows on me (even larger than reality) and it’s time to flip. I moved my black dial. Naturally I’d take a blue just bc. Then sell that one a month later after making same mistake.....





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[tng11]

I will have to admit the angle of the one I posted earlier was not very flattering and might have exaggerated the overhang.

I guess it goes to show, just going by wrist size to gauge fit is a mistake, others here have 6.5" wrists and it doesn't overhang like it did on mine.

[Devildog]

Originally Posted by tng11

I will have to admit the angle of the one I posted earlier was not very flattering and might have exaggerated the overhang.

I guess it goes to show, just going by wrist size to gauge fit is a mistake, others here have 6.5" wrists and it doesn't overhang like it did on mine.

Absolutely. It’s all about the shape not simply the diameter.

For the OP. I own an SD43 and have had the SkyD in all dial colours on my wrist at the same time. The white dial wears the largest of all three Sky D dials.

But. The Sky D is not “huge”. On my wrist it wore (and looked) slightly smaller than the SD43 does. When I strap on a Sky D I feel like I’m ever so slightly downsizing.

In fact, it wears no bigger on me than the DJII does. Just slightly thicker.

Lug to lug the Sky D and the SD43 are the same at 50mm.

[ap1]

Originally Posted by Devildog

Absolutely. It’s all about the shape not simply the diameter.

For the OP. I own an SD43 and have had the SkyD in all dial colours on my wrist at the same time. The white dial wears the largest of all three Sky D dials.

But. The Sky D is not “huge”. On my wrist it wore (and looked) slightly smaller than the SD43 does. When I strap on a Sky D I feel like I’m ever so slightly downsizing.

In fact, it wears no bigger on me than the DJII does. Just slightly thicker.

Lug to lug the Sky D and the SD43 are the same at 50mm.

For what it’s worth, I felt the sdc43 was too large yet the SkyD at my max

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by AK797

No they were about the same when I tried them both on, SD43 wears a touch smaller and SKD a touch bigger.

That’s exactly what I thought when I tried both pieces on at last years Basel release party in Toronto.

[DoctorA]

Originally Posted by tng11

Look at this - a white dial on my 6.5" wrist. The angle is exacerbating the size, but it looks like a dinner plate strapped to my wrist.

That’s beautiful!! Even though the hype is for the Blue but I prefer the white much more!! It’s much more elegant and cleaner!!

[DoctorA]

Larger watches are coming back and I see that it’s perfectly fine and good size for a 6.5” wrist

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by ap1

I too have a 6.5 and here’s a pic, not the same overhang? That said it’s large and when I find myself questioning size, the watch normally grows on me (even larger than reality) and it’s time to flip. I moved my black dial. Naturally I’d take a blue just bc. Then sell that one a month later after making same mistake.....

So...you lost me there, bud.

Did you flip black for blue and then back to black...or just gone?

[ap1]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

So...you lost me there, bud.



Did you flip black for blue and then back to black...or just gone?

I flipped black from the syndrome I described. Since the blue is the hot one, I wouldn’t deny adding it. I’d do this silly move knowing ahead of time it’s still too large so I’d wind up selling that one too.....you know, a WIS move you just can’t help but do


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[johnnyjazz]

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The pm on leather was really comfy, i don,t think the SD wears as big as you might think, good luck.

[tng11]

Originally Posted by DoctorA

Larger watches are coming back and I see that it’s perfectly fine and good size for a 6.5” wrist

For me personally, I can tolerate big on a sporty dive watch like the SD43. The fluted bezel and PCLs of the SkyD make it more a dress watch in my books, so it's not for me as much as I want it to be.

[Chalet]

Fine on my 6.5 inch wrist IMHO

https://www.rolexforums.com/showpost...7&postcount=37

[mpliskin]

I have a 7.25 inch wrist and the Daytona is too small but the SD is perfect.
I was lucky to get a blue dial SS.
I think that it is the next Daytona which would be great considering the small size of the Daytona. Wish that the Daytona was 42 mm.

[oldcarz]

I like larger watches as I have a large wrist. Comfortable with the Sky Dweller, a 44mm Big Bang, also Panerai Luninor.

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by Vipes

Members who have received a SS Sky Dweller, can you tell me how long you waited?

Was #1 on two AD lists, and yes did buy from AD previously (full list plus tax) and still waiting for call from Mayors. Gave up waiting, bought from a friend instead. BTW, still waiting for Mayors to call me for the SS 'tona white dial.

My wrist is pretty small at about 6.5 in. and I would appreciate opinions of this piece on smaller wrists. Thanks!

About the same size as my wrist, and the SS SkyD blue is my daily beater. Wife loves how it looks on me too! Looks perfect considering today's fashion imho

[HogwldFLTR]

I've got a 6.5 wrist and I'm very comfortable with the SkyD Blue. I ordered mine three days following its intro in March and received it mid August. So about five month wait. Here's a photo showing the fit. Even this photo makes it appear larger and more cumbersome than it really feels on the wrist.

[ewdi]

I got a tiny 6.3 wrist, but pretty flat, so not a big issue for me. This is an amazing piece, I actually wore it more than my RO and Blnr

[Vipes]

Tried on the WG version with white dial. No lug overhang but felt pretty thick. I think I’m going to pass on this watch. It would be perfect for me if it was thinner. Thanks again everyone for the help.

[Easy E]

One AD that I talk with often just told me they have received 1 blue and 2 white SkyD since last Basel. They seem to move a fair amount of product (when available). In the grand scheme I would say these guys are a very mid-tier AD. If that gives you any gauge on timeline.

Oh yeah, this guy also admitted point blank they have no real idea of when they will get anything. I have a paid in full order on a white Daytona and his answer of when was basically I'll call you when I call you, peace out. In a nice way.

[Vipes]

Originally Posted by Easy E

One AD that I talk with often just told me they have received 1 blue and 2 white SkyD since last Basel. They seem to move a fair amount of product (when available). In the grand scheme I would say these guys are a very mid-tier AD. If that gives you any gauge on timeline.

Oh yeah, this guy also admitted point blank they have no real idea of when they will get anything. I have a paid in full order on a white Daytona and his answer of when was basically I'll call you when I call you, peace out. In a nice way.

Sounds like my AD.

[Matteo E]

Looks like a DJII to me with a busy dial.

[Aces Full]

I have a chance to buy a White Dial Sky-Dweller (pre owned). My first choice was Blue Dial. Does anyone who bought a White Dial regret their color choice, and wish they'd waited for Blue?