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Ferdelious · 24 March 2017, 12:22 AM

Since there's no room in the watch fund to add the Sky-Dweller I'd be letting go my GMT 16710 Pepsi and Explorer I 214270. It was never even an option in PM but I've always loved the complications, annual calendar and dual time zone is amazing in one watch. I will probably wait until discounts can be had but am I nuts to make this move?

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Speed · 24 March 2017, 12:25 AM

Yes.

That watch will be around a while! Finding a 16710 in great condition at a reasonable price will only get harder...assuming you'd want to replace it.

I have respect for the Skydweller - like I do for Lima beans. I just could not stomach either of them every day.

AK797 · 24 March 2017, 12:25 AM

Go for it!

zoenoadad · 24 March 2017, 12:26 AM

Not nuts at all, I'm considering flipping my 116500LN which I absolutely love. This blue is spectacular.

Wcdhtwn · 24 March 2017, 12:28 AM

Talk you out of it? No.

GoingPlaces · 24 March 2017, 12:28 AM

Not nuts, maybe wait until prices stabilize? It does everything the GMT and Explorer do, and it's sharper.

It's a beautiful piece.

904VT · 24 March 2017, 12:31 AM

No, don't do it. Keep this one quiet

In all seriousness, I think Rolex hit a home run with the SS(white Rolesor) Skydweller

If you like it I say why not

Abdullah71601 · 24 March 2017, 12:31 AM

No, you're not crazy. Go for it.

Speed · 24 March 2017, 12:34 AM

Anyone else liquidating a Pepsi or some other borderline vintage watch for a Steel Sky Dweller?

< crickets >

Investr · 24 March 2017, 12:36 AM

Done and done!! This watch is cool (I will prob get one) but I do not think it will be super popular. Should be an easy find at least after the first couple of months after its release

Ravager135 · 24 March 2017, 12:39 AM

Love the blue dial. Still shocked Rolex did this. I think it will compete with the Datejust as a stainless steel dress piece especially now that any steel Datejust over 36mm is going to cost between 7.5-9.5k.

Brockton · 24 March 2017, 12:51 AM

I love it! great shot, I want to buy one!

bostonrecruit · 24 March 2017, 12:59 AM

dont do it
wears way too big

anothernewphone · 24 March 2017, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bostonrecruit

dont do it
wears way too big

It's almost as if people have different sized wrists and / or preferences!

Chewbacca · 24 March 2017, 02:01 AM

do it.

we need a volunteer for this watch asap.

bigpig · 24 March 2017, 02:03 AM

buybuybuybuybuybuybuybuybuybuy

handsfull · 24 March 2017, 02:03 AM

Best stainless dress watch on this planet IMO....for sure the best movement for the $$

kdphan · 24 March 2017, 02:04 AM

we need a group intervention...

J/k, we can all go out and get one together.

Boaters · 24 March 2017, 02:07 AM

It is all in what you want to do. I personally would not sell my 16710 and another to obtain that watch. Is it nice sure but think it out before as said the 16710's in good condition will get harder to find. Just my .02

rw2008 · 24 March 2017, 02:19 AM

What's the thickness on a SkyDweller?

samson66 · 24 March 2017, 02:22 AM

I'm planning on flipping my DJII (+ $$$) for it in a year or two when they start to show up in the secondary sales market. Totally love this watch and I think the various functions are very cool.

BUT - I have a 16710 also, but I'll hold onto that. That would be touch to part with

rootbeer7 · 24 March 2017, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bostonrecruit

dont do it
wears way too big

It doesn't. I just tried a gold one on to make sure! I'm definitely in, don't like the blue, love the black, but fancy a white face for a change!!!

BobDyl · 24 March 2017, 02:25 AM

I feel that I've slipped through a gateway into an alternate universe reading all the praise. This thing is an abomination. But to each his own.

Masteryacht · 24 March 2017, 02:34 AM

The fluted bezel is a deal breaker for me. No can do.

WAK4 · 24 March 2017, 02:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by anothernewphone

It's almost as if people have different sized wrists and / or preferences!

You just might be on to something there!

WAK4 · 24 March 2017, 02:58 AM

Will it pair with the Sea Dweller in your avatar? I think it'd be a nice pairing...but if you ditch the other two to become a one watch guy, maybe not.

Loevhagen · 24 March 2017, 03:01 AM

Many people thought the DJ2 was way too big and bold and too large sticks on the dial - but now that the SS version of the SkD comes along with stick dial, the new SkD is perfect.

Image from Fratello.

Lordofrolex · 24 March 2017, 03:10 AM

complications is amazing. Personally a little pricey for a SS rolex but a pretty nice buy if you have the funs.

AK797 · 24 March 2017, 03:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobDyl

I feel that I've slipped through a gateway into an alternate universe reading all the praise. This thing is an abomination. But to each his own.

I admit the SkyD is not classically great looking and a bit of an acquired taste, so it's pretty impressive to see so many here who are interested in the AC and GMT comps now that the price is very reasonable.

ocwatching · 24 March 2017, 03:26 AM

it will wear big but sounds like your wrist size is good for it...like the DSSD and ROO, a lot of metal on the wrist...will wear bigger than the 43mm

24 March 2017, 12:22 AM	#1
Ferdelious 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,178	Sky-Dweller Stainless, talk me out of it Since there's no room in the watch fund to add the Sky-Dweller I'd be letting go my GMT 16710 Pepsi and Explorer I 214270. It was never even an option in PM but I've always loved the complications, annual calendar and dual time zone is amazing in one watch. I will probably wait until discounts can be had but am I nuts to make this move? image1.jpg __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

24 March 2017, 03:10 AM	#28
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,690	complications is amazing. Personally a little pricey for a SS rolex but a pretty nice buy if you have the funs. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

24 March 2017, 03:26 AM	#30
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,372	it will wear big but sounds like your wrist size is good for it...like the DSSD and ROO, a lot of metal on the wrist...will wear bigger than the 43mm __________________ too much into watches...

24 March 2017, 12:25 AM	#2
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,695	Yes. That watch will be around a while! Finding a 16710 in great condition at a reasonable price will only get harder...assuming you'd want to replace it. I have respect for the Skydweller - like I do for Lima beans. I just could not stomach either of them every day.

24 March 2017, 12:25 AM	#3
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,225	Go for it!

24 March 2017, 12:26 AM	#4
zoenoadad "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Jason Location: Brussels, Belgium Watch: Daytona C, JC DSSD Posts: 348	Not nuts at all, I'm considering flipping my 116500LN which I absolutely love. This blue is spectacular.

24 March 2017, 12:28 AM	#5
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 4,975	Talk you out of it? No.

24 March 2017, 12:28 AM	#6
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,341	Not nuts, maybe wait until prices stabilize? It does everything the GMT and Explorer do, and it's sharper. It's a beautiful piece.

24 March 2017, 12:31 AM	#7
904VT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: All Rolex Posts: 6,976	No, don't do it. Keep this one quiet In all seriousness, I think Rolex hit a home run with the SS(white Rolesor) Skydweller If you like it I say why not

24 March 2017, 12:31 AM	#8
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	No, you're not crazy. Go for it.

24 March 2017, 12:34 AM	#9
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,695	Anyone else liquidating a Pepsi or some other borderline vintage watch for a Steel Sky Dweller? < crickets >

24 March 2017, 12:36 AM	#10
Investr Banned Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: LSU Watch: Constantly changes Posts: 3,815	Done and done!! This watch is cool (I will prob get one) but I do not think it will be super popular. Should be an easy find at least after the first couple of months after its release

24 March 2017, 12:39 AM	#11
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,122	Love the blue dial. Still shocked Rolex did this. I think it will compete with the Datejust as a stainless steel dress piece especially now that any steel Datejust over 36mm is going to cost between 7.5-9.5k.

24 March 2017, 12:51 AM	#12
Brockton "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1	I love it! great shot, I want to buy one!

24 March 2017, 12:59 AM	#13
bostonrecruit "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Providence, RI Posts: 141	dont do it wears way too big

24 March 2017, 02:01 AM	#15
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,113	do it. we need a volunteer for this watch asap.

24 March 2017, 02:03 AM	#16
bigpig "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Thailand Posts: 31	buybuybuybuybuybuybuybuybuybuy

24 March 2017, 02:03 AM	#17
handsfull "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: J Location: The great Midwest Watch: youlookinat? Posts: 2,369	Best stainless dress watch on this planet IMO....for sure the best movement for the $$

24 March 2017, 02:04 AM	#18
kdphan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: SF Bay Area Watch: Fitbit Posts: 265	we need a group intervention... J/k, we can all go out and get one together.

24 March 2017, 02:07 AM	#19
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,649	It is all in what you want to do. I personally would not sell my 16710 and another to obtain that watch. Is it nice sure but think it out before as said the 16710's in good condition will get harder to find. Just my .02

24 March 2017, 02:19 AM	#20
rw2008 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex AP Patek Posts: 659	What's the thickness on a SkyDweller?

24 March 2017, 02:22 AM	#21
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 12,903	I'm planning on flipping my DJII (+ $$$) for it in a year or two when they start to show up in the secondary sales market. Totally love this watch and I think the various functions are very cool. BUT - I have a 16710 also, but I'll hold onto that. That would be touch to part with

24 March 2017, 02:25 AM	#23
BobDyl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 917	I feel that I've slipped through a gateway into an alternate universe reading all the praise. This thing is an abomination. But to each his own.

24 March 2017, 02:34 AM	#24
Masteryacht "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: USA Watch: 16622,BLNR,116500 Posts: 974	The fluted bezel is a deal breaker for me. No can do.

24 March 2017, 02:58 AM	#26
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,170	Will it pair with the Sea Dweller in your avatar? I think it'd be a nice pairing...but if you ditch the other two to become a one watch guy, maybe not.

24 March 2017, 03:01 AM	#27
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,908	Many people thought the DJ2 was way too big and bold and too large sticks on the dial - but now that the SS version of the SkD comes along with stick dial, the new SkD is perfect. Image from Fratello.

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