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Nathan_Barnes · 7 June 2014, 03:16 AM

Hey all,

After reading the various commentary and opinions on the new SD 116600, I have been curious to experience the new piece for myself.

My AD recently received a 116600 and I dropped by to quickly try it on.

At first, I thought I was going to be somewhat passive on it. However, once I placed it on my wrist and viewed it in the flesh, I was very surprised.

3 favourite features:

1) The weight. I think it is the perfect weight for a Rolex sport watch.
2) I LOVE the case. I am happy that is is different than the SubC case and is unique on its own.
3) The Bezel: I was skeptical when it came to the bezel. Again, once on the wrist in person, you learn to appreciate this new piece.

All in all, I am sold and may acquire one down the road.

I hope my 2 cents contributed to the debate.

HAGWE

SPACE-DWELLER · 7 June 2014, 03:21 AM

I hate pretty much every thing about the SD 116600...

Why?

Because I haven't felt like wearing any other watch since I got it....

brettpaul · 7 June 2014, 03:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

I hate pretty much every thing about the SD 116600...

Why?

Because I haven't felt like wearing any other watch since I got it....

andyol1966 · 7 June 2014, 03:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

I hate pretty much every thing about the SD 116600...

Why?

Because I haven't felt like wearing any other watch since I got it....

I fear I might have the same problem when I get mine

Mack Bolan · 7 June 2014, 04:11 AM

I just noticed the markers on the bezel go all the way around.....

Speed · 7 June 2014, 04:19 AM

Anyone know the weight comparison of the new SDC with the prior SD 11600?

subtona · 7 June 2014, 04:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nathan_Barnes

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I hope my 2 cents contributed to the debate.

HAGWE

Wait...what ... Theres a debate?

No debate at all, it is a winner.

660ft · 7 June 2014, 06:02 AM

Great picture. I love the flat dial over the glossy sub dial.

Touring · 7 June 2014, 06:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mack Bolan

I just noticed the markers on the bezel go all the way around.....

One of the reasons I'll probably stick with my 16600 and not upgrade.

MrJ320 · 7 June 2014, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nathan_Barnes

Hey all,

After reading the various commentary and opinions on the new SD 116600, I have been curious to experience the new piece for myself.

My AD recently received a 116600 and I dropped by to quickly try it on.

At first, I thought I was going to be somewhat passive on it. However, once I placed it on my wrist and viewed it in the flesh, I was very surprised.

3 favourite features:

1) The weight. I think it is the perfect weight for a Rolex sport watch.
2) I LOVE the case. I am happy that is is different than the SubC case and is unique on its own.
3) The Bezel: I was skeptical when it came to the bezel. Again, once on the wrist in person, you learn to appreciate this new piece.

All in all, I am sold and may acquire one down the road.

I hope my 2 cents contributed to the debate.

HAGWE

Exactly the same things that sold me on it. I would add the other two things are the raised crystal and thickness of the watch, right in between the sub-c and DSSD. Add all these up and you get one amazing watch. It's going to be a great summer :)

strafer_kid · 7 June 2014, 08:17 AM

I'm pretty much a hardened SD16600 fan and not big on the latest sports releases as I think they are a little too flash in some ways. That said, I tried the new SDc on and was hooked from the start, so I picked one up. Compliments the older 16600 nicely. Not sure of the precise stats for each but having worn mine for a few weeks now, I can say that the new SDc feels slightly bigger (maybe down to the bezel insert) and a little heavier. Whilst both are Seadwellers, each has it own good points and you would be hard pressed to say that one is entirely better than the other...........just a little different but that is part of the beauty of Rolex!

tkerrmd · 7 June 2014, 11:17 AM

No question it is a great watch! Certainly has a place in the line up...

eco8gator · 7 June 2014, 01:01 PM

The only thing I am not a fan of is the price especially since a nice 16600 example can be had for around 5k-6k...

You can get a preloved no date sub and a SD16600 for the same price as the new SDC...

In the end buy what you love if you can afford it but for me Id rather have 2 watches for the 11K.

7 June 2014, 03:16 AM	#1
Nathan_Barnes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: N Location: Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 148	Quick Thoughts on Sea Dweller 116600 Hey all, After reading the various commentary and opinions on the new SD 116600, I have been curious to experience the new piece for myself. My AD recently received a 116600 and I dropped by to quickly try it on. At first, I thought I was going to be somewhat passive on it. However, once I placed it on my wrist and viewed it in the flesh, I was very surprised. 3 favourite features: 1) The weight. I think it is the perfect weight for a Rolex sport watch. 2) I LOVE the case. I am happy that is is different than the SubC case and is unique on its own. 3) The Bezel: I was skeptical when it came to the bezel. Again, once on the wrist in person, you learn to appreciate this new piece. All in all, I am sold and may acquire one down the road. I hope my 2 cents contributed to the debate. HAGWE

7 June 2014, 03:21 AM	#2
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I hate pretty much every thing about the SD 116600... Why? Because I haven't felt like wearing any other watch since I got it.... __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

7 June 2014, 04:11 AM	#5
Mack Bolan Banned Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Anywhere but here Watch: Submariner Posts: 259	I just noticed the markers on the bezel go all the way around.....

7 June 2014, 04:19 AM	#6
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,695	Anyone know the weight comparison of the new SDC with the prior SD 11600?

7 June 2014, 06:02 AM	#8
660ft "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: LA Watch: 1680 Posts: 161	Great picture. I love the flat dial over the glossy sub dial.

7 June 2014, 08:17 AM	#11
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,127	I'm pretty much a hardened SD16600 fan and not big on the latest sports releases as I think they are a little too flash in some ways. That said, I tried the new SDc on and was hooked from the start, so I picked one up. Compliments the older 16600 nicely. Not sure of the precise stats for each but having worn mine for a few weeks now, I can say that the new SDc feels slightly bigger (maybe down to the bezel insert) and a little heavier. Whilst both are Seadwellers, each has it own good points and you would be hard pressed to say that one is entirely better than the other...........just a little different but that is part of the beauty of Rolex!

7 June 2014, 11:17 AM	#12
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	No question it is a great watch! Certainly has a place in the line up...

7 June 2014, 01:01 PM	#13
eco8gator "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Florida Watch: 5060/a Posts: 1,119	The only thing I am not a fan of is the price especially since a nice 16600 example can be had for around 5k-6k... You can get a preloved no date sub and a SD16600 for the same price as the new SDC... In the end buy what you love if you can afford it but for me Id rather have 2 watches for the 11K.

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