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Old 21 April 2018, 12:09 AM   #91
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Seems to me, based on the bold, you have a fascination with the chase of having the ones which cannot be had. More so than actually being in love with a specific piece. Shocker Daytona C was on the top of your list....



I would never trade my SD43 and I have 42, 40 and 39mm pieces as well. The SD43 wears smaller than my ROO's and larger of course than the others, its perfect and I love it.





Hey looks wicked mate. I’m the same as you, I wouldn’t swap my SD43 for any SS sports model. I would add the sky dweller to my small collection but as far as the Daytona c and Pepsi I have little to no interest at all.


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Old 21 April 2018, 12:16 AM   #92
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Hey looks wicked mate. I’m the same as you, I wouldn’t swap my SD43 for any SS sports model. I would add the sky dweller to my small collection but as far as the Daytona c and Pepsi I have little to no interest at all.


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Thanks, same to you!

I have absolutely zero interest in a Daytona, never did a thing for me. Skydweller to me looks like a large Datejust with a fancier complication, not very appealing either. But for many, guy here in this thread included, my guess is he wants it because they are sought after. I personally think the new Pepsi looks like ass with the Jubliee, mixing dress with sport and I do not like it one bit. Had it been on oyster or had the ability to swap for one, I may have been interested. But alas..... Rolex would never do that!
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Old 21 April 2018, 01:40 AM   #93
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I don't think I would. It fills the black diver niche really well in my stable.

Now, as to not offend anyone, I'm not saying it's the best steel model available. Not at all. But...I'm pretty happy with my steel state of the collection right now. It's a little diver heavy, sure, but then again, that's my comfort zone. So, I could see a Sky-D sneaking its way in at some point, but I don't think I would flip for it.

Notice I did use the word "think".
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Old 21 April 2018, 02:40 AM   #94
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To me the SD43 is everything I want in a sports Rolex watch, it trumps them all, so I wouldn't swap for any other sports steel model.
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Old 21 April 2018, 02:43 AM   #95
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I don't think I would. It fills the black diver niche really well in my stable.

Now, as to not offend anyone, I'm not saying it's the best steel model available. Not at all. But...I'm pretty happy with my steel state of the collection right now. It's a little diver heavy, sure, but then again, that's my comfort zone. So, I could see a Sky-D sneaking its way in at some point, but I don't think I would flip for it.

Notice I did use the word "think".
SD43 + SkyD make a perfect pairing Larry. No need to think
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Old 21 April 2018, 02:45 AM   #96
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I don't think I would. It fills the black diver niche really well in my stable.

Now, as to not offend anyone, I'm not saying it's the best steel model available. Not at all. But...I'm pretty happy with my steel state of the collection right now. It's a little diver heavy, sure, but then again, that's my comfort zone. So, I could see a Sky-D sneaking its way in at some point, but I don't think I would flip for it.

Notice I did use the word "think".
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SD43 + SkyD make a perfect pairing Larry. No need to think
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Old 21 April 2018, 02:46 AM   #97
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This should be re-titled the SD43 Appreciation Thread or alternatively--"SD43 is the GOAT"
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Old 21 April 2018, 02:54 AM   #98
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With my 8 in. wrist, my SD43 complements my YG YM2 perfectly.

The wider bracelet on the SD43 makes it much more easier/comfortable to wear than a the current version of the DSSD.
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Old 21 April 2018, 03:02 AM   #99
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I’m enjoying this watch very much and can’t see trading it at any point. I’ve really enjoyed my 16600 and Kermit for well over a decade now and will continue to do so. But if I had to go with only one pro this would be the one.
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Old 21 April 2018, 03:12 AM   #100
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The D-blue is my favorite also the Hulk and the moonphase and the Zblue and the SS daytona and SD50 and the white skyD..... okay, I love them all.
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Old 21 April 2018, 04:50 AM   #101
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There is a serious lack of SD43 pics on this thread.. I’m going hit you Gents with a loom shot


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Old 21 April 2018, 04:52 AM   #102
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Old 23 April 2018, 09:53 AM   #103
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OK, understood. Right and Wrong as far as fit is definitely a subjective opinion. I posted on other threads that I feel like 7" is the cutoff for wrist size from what I have seen and far as proportional fit. However, many folks with smaller wrists simply prefer bigger watches and are also very happy with it.



I have ~7.5" wrists so for me the Subs/GMT's wear smaller than I like, which is how I ended up trading my GMT +cash for the SD43. Glad Rolex has options in many different size ranges now. Something for everyone I suppose


What GMT did you sell? Are you happy with the trade? Thinking about my BLNR for the SD43..


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Old 23 April 2018, 11:04 AM   #104
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It's what I did. Very happy with the decision but BLNR is a beaut! SD43 just kills it on every level for me. I know its a small change but that single red lettering makes this watch amazing! This coming from someone who never really looked at buying an SD before. The proportions as well are quite perfect and the matte black dial that changes in the light :D! Definitely, my favorite sports Rolex at the moment with the Daytona C (white dial). The sky D blue dial is really nice but I have to agree that it does look like a date just 41 on steroids which is great but not something I'd give up my SD43 for.
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Old 23 April 2018, 10:30 PM   #105
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Good morning. I traded my 16710 Coke GMT +cash for the SD43. I loved the GMT, but for me it always felt a little small and a little less "robust" than I was looking for in a sports watch. I'm not a collector. I always wanted one Rolex dress watch and one Rolex sports watch. So I had no intention of keeping both. My wrist is ~7.5" and the GMT wore small on me. I wanted a watch a little more heft, size and presence. The SD43 ticked all the right boxes. The GMT felt a little dainty I hate to say - I know it's a legend around here and all. It was kind of light, and I was never impressed with the bracelet. Although I liked the versatility of the aluminum bezel inserts, the new ceramic bezels are just far and away superior to the older aluminum ones. On the newer GMT's I just couldn't get past the PCL's. I don't think they belong on there. I absolutely did not want PCL's on whatever watch I was going to get (which is part of the reason I went with the 16710).

Now the SD43 has the thickness, weight, bracelet (glide lock) and wrist presence that I was looking for. But in my opinion it is not for everyone. It took me a solid 2 months + to get used to wearing it. Not because it's TOO big or TOO heavy, it's just a big jump from what I was used to with the older GMT. In my mind it works best for people with 7" or greater wrists and for people who find the Sub/GMT current lineup to be too small for them. As for the watch itself, it is just amazing. The weight balance is terrific. It's heavy but does not flop around due to the balance and the wider bracelet. The dial and bezel are as close to perfect as Rolex have ever produced. It's a stunning model without being obnoxious in the process. It just looks like a tool watch but it's a work of art at the same time.

At the end of the day I'm very happy I made the trade. I wound up getting nearly $2,000 more in trade for the GMT than I paid for it only a few years ago. So all comes down to size I think. If you want a larger, bolder, (hate to use the word yet again but) robust model, the SD43 is the way to go. If you prefer 40mm and a lighter, smaller watch the new GMT's are pretty damn nice.
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Old 23 April 2018, 10:35 PM   #106
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I agree Steve, the EX 11 is a good size and the new movement caps it off.

But if you want to showcase a Rolex masterpiece of engineering with a reference to the old red you would pull that SD out of the tin tank.
I wont argue with that
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Old 23 April 2018, 11:05 PM   #107
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Nope. The SD43 is the favourite Rolex I own.

I don’t have the SkyD - and it is a magnificent piece - and that is the only one that could challenge the SD43 for me
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Old 23 April 2018, 11:57 PM   #108
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Love the SD43 so no. I may add a new DSSD if I can get one at MSRP.
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Old 24 April 2018, 12:12 AM   #109
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Nope. The SD43 is the favourite Rolex I own.

I don’t have the SkyD - and it is a magnificent piece - and that is the only one that could challenge the SD43 for me


Totally different watches. I own them both and I wouldn’t substitute one for another. They feel, look and function totally differently. You should add the Sky D to your Sea D


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Old 24 April 2018, 12:37 AM   #110
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For me the SD43 is a no go. It has nothing to do with hate. I'm certain I'd love it if it were a smaller diameter. With a 6.5in. wrist the watch is just too large for me. For me the discontinued SD4KC is just perfect in every way even if it doesn't have red on the dial.
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Old 24 April 2018, 01:19 AM   #111
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Totally different watches. I own them both and I wouldn’t substitute one for another. They feel, look and function totally differently. You should add the Sky D to your Sea D


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No disagreement here!

The plan is definitely to add one. I was checking out a SkyD Blue at a grey dealer today, and it really is a great piece
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Old 24 April 2018, 01:34 AM   #112
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INCOMING: My SD43 is arriving tomorrow!!!!


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Old 24 April 2018, 02:17 AM   #113
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For me the SD43 is a no go. It has nothing to do with hate. I'm certain I'd love it if it were a smaller diameter. With a 6.5in. wrist the watch is just too large for me. For me the discontinued SD4KC is just perfect in every way even if it doesn't have red on the dial.
Agreed. If I had 6.5 I would have kept the SD4K. The 43 is for those with 7 plus wrists imo. And no, I would not flip for any other reference.
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Old 30 April 2018, 12:33 AM   #114
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Old 30 April 2018, 11:09 AM   #117
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Old 30 April 2018, 08:59 PM   #118
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id take any 40mm sporr model over the sd43. it's bulky and plain. wow...1 red line, lol. having already owned 1 it's a pass 4me. still 2 this day I just don't get the hype? enjoy if it works 4u. :)
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Old 30 April 2018, 10:57 PM   #120
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Works for me sits between my other divers and comes out on top , fits great for my wrist size.I 100% get it
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