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nick800 · 21 November 2018, 10:31 AM

Totally self indulgent post. I’ve been thinking about getting one of these and may have a deal closed soon. I have a 114060, but I saw several SD’s and DS’s on a recent trip and was mesmerized.

marcotagudelo · 21 November 2018, 10:36 AM

Because of the same reason you are soon closing a deal

037 · 21 November 2018, 10:38 AM

Because it dives 920 meters deeper.

outtatime · 21 November 2018, 10:38 AM

Err...I dunno? Do you want one? I have one but don’t really wear it and am probably going to flip it at some point. If you think you want a sub, you probably don’t want an SD.

abozz · 21 November 2018, 10:40 AM

The history behind the most wonderful diver ever made:

http://www.rolexmagazine.com/2017/07...-gold.html?m=1

https://www.revolution.watch/history...eller/?archive

BT1985 · 21 November 2018, 12:38 PM

Because Rolex took an awesome watch (submariner) and made it awesomer (sea dweller).

But in all seriousness, it is more true to the original Sea-Dweller and the shorter production run makes it a relatively unique Rolex to own. I find the proportions to be perfect and the history is intriguing. God Speed!

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swils8610 · 21 November 2018, 01:30 PM

Let me ask you this? Why shouldn’t you get an SD4k?

brandrea · 21 November 2018, 01:31 PM

Go deep

sheldonsmith · 21 November 2018, 02:25 PM

I live mine. More here: https://www.minus4plus6.com/SD4000.php

sensui · 21 November 2018, 02:53 PM

Because it's awesome... And imo the best modern diver (most balanced) money can buy.

MinMay · 21 November 2018, 02:57 PM

it's not my money. lol get it. We need more people to spend money in this world...life is short.

watchmework · 21 November 2018, 02:59 PM

-60 second graduations on the bezel.
-More wrist presence.
-Less common than the Sub.
-More technical watch from what Rolex was able to do with it.
-better proportions than the 114060
-dude it’s a sea dweller

SS Oyster · 21 November 2018, 03:15 PM

Because you can’t find the SD43

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HogwldFLTR · 21 November 2018, 03:23 PM

SD4K is the last in the true line reflecting the original design lines. It is the best they made before going over to the Sub reminiscent design with some Red ink to make it appear different.

nyc2la · 21 November 2018, 03:31 PM

Because it’s the best of both worlds - it gives a nod to the old with its case size, lugs, and matte dial yet has the new upgrades such as the ceramic bezel, the glidelock clasp....

Token74 · 21 November 2018, 06:31 PM

Comparing to the Sub...

- Fully Graduated Bezel
- Satin Dial
- No Date Magnifier
- Thicker Crystal
- Deeper Case-back
- Helium Escape Valve
- More Shapely Lugs
- More Shapely Cron Guards
- Impressive Depth Rating
- Less Common

No-brainer for me, and has been since the day it was launched.

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1William · 21 November 2018, 10:32 PM

The SD4K is a nice watch but I would not pay a primum for one. I prefer the 114060 ND Submariner-C if you are going 40mm. I prefer the SD43 for the size, bracelet, dial, red text and even the cyclops over the SD4K.

Strummer25 · 21 November 2018, 11:22 PM

Can’t go wrong with 116600

Mick8moses · 21 November 2018, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

The SD4K is a nice watch but I would not pay a primum for one. I prefer the 114060 ND Submariner-C if you are going 40mm. I prefer the SD43 for the size, bracelet, dial, red text and even the cyclops over the SD4K.

Agreed.... But if you are collecting subs and don't plan on selling the 114060. Then I would certainly add it to the collection :)

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Rolexavidfan · 22 November 2018, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

The SD4K is a nice watch but I would not pay a primum for one. I prefer the 114060 ND Submariner-C if you are going 40mm. I prefer the SD43 for the size, bracelet, dial, red text and even the cyclops over the SD4K.

Agree. I really don’t understand the fuzz on the SD4K. What bugs me is the date window without the cyclops - it’s unbalanced to the opposite 9 hour marker like the issue I have with the AP 15400. I prefer the 114060 with the perfect symmetry of the dial.

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Ferdelious · 22 November 2018, 01:44 AM

Because....

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gaeleus · 22 November 2018, 05:01 AM

If you really need to ask in a forum, you probably shouldn’t buy it.

BT1985 · 22 November 2018, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gaeleus

If you really need to ask in a forum, you probably shouldn’t buy it.

Are you kidding? This is the place we turn to feed the confirmation bias we need to justify adding watches we want to purchase. If he is asking he wants one.

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RolexLuthor · 22 November 2018, 05:20 AM

Don’t buy one, it just makes mine that much more exclusive!

Rolex.c6 · 22 November 2018, 06:47 AM

[QUOTE=Token74;9108502]Comparing to the Sub...

- Fully Graduated Bezel
- Satin Dial
- No Date Magnifier
- Thicker Crystal
- Deeper Case-back
- Helium Escape Valve
- More Shapely Lugs
- More Shapely Cron Guards
- Impressive Depth Rating
- Less Common

No-brainer for me, and has been since the day it was launched.

This sums it up!

albmich · 22 November 2018, 06:58 AM

It would be the perfect watch if they got rid of the helium escape valve. It’s close to perfection

marcotagudelo · 22 November 2018, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by albmich

It would be the perfect watch if they got rid of the helium escape valve. It’s close to perfection

it was born with it, its what makes a sea dweller A sea dweller!

avilhena · 22 November 2018, 08:12 AM

Just do it!

Watchdaytona · 22 November 2018, 08:27 AM

I would personally hold out for a Daytona, they are around the same money.

Nikrnic · 22 November 2018, 08:28 AM

I have a 114060 myself but the SD4K is a great piece made for a short time and will wear slightly smaller than an SD43

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21 November 2018, 10:31 AM	#1
nick800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 1,578	Why should I get a SD 4K? Totally self indulgent post. I’ve been thinking about getting one of these and may have a deal closed soon. I have a 114060, but I saw several SD’s and DS’s on a recent trip and was mesmerized.

21 November 2018, 10:38 AM	#4
outtatime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: Toledo, OH Watch: Deepsea Posts: 1,136	Err...I dunno? Do you want one? I have one but don’t really wear it and am probably going to flip it at some point. If you think you want a sub, you probably don’t want an SD. __________________ The above represents my opinion. I may be wrong, but that's how I feel. Scratches ≠ "Character"

21 November 2018, 02:25 PM	#9
sheldonsmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Member 202♛ Posts: 1,810	I live mine. More here: https://www.minus4plus6.com/SD4000.php __________________

21 November 2018, 03:23 PM	#14
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	SD4K is the last in the true line reflecting the original design lines. It is the best they made before going over to the Sub reminiscent design with some Red ink to make it appear different. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

21 November 2018, 03:31 PM	#15
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,176	Because it’s the best of both worlds - it gives a nod to the old with its case size, lugs, and matte dial yet has the new upgrades such as the ceramic bezel, the glidelock clasp.... __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

21 November 2018, 10:36 AM	#2
marcotagudelo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: in my house Posts: 357	Because of the same reason you are soon closing a deal

21 November 2018, 10:38 AM	#3
037 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: USA Posts: 6,171	Because it dives 920 meters deeper.

21 November 2018, 10:40 AM	#5
abozz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: In my home. Watch: 116660, 126600 Posts: 2,905	The history behind the most wonderful diver ever made: http://www.rolexmagazine.com/2017/07...-gold.html?m=1 https://www.revolution.watch/history...eller/?archive

21 November 2018, 12:38 PM	#6
BT1985 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,911	Because Rolex took an awesome watch (submariner) and made it awesomer (sea dweller). But in all seriousness, it is more true to the original Sea-Dweller and the shorter production run makes it a relatively unique Rolex to own. I find the proportions to be perfect and the history is intriguing. God Speed! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 November 2018, 01:30 PM	#7
swils8610 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 8,993	Let me ask you this? Why shouldn’t you get an SD4k?

21 November 2018, 01:31 PM	#8
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,651	Go deep

21 November 2018, 02:53 PM	#10
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	Because it's awesome... And imo the best modern diver (most balanced) money can buy.

21 November 2018, 02:57 PM	#11
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	it's not my money. lol get it. We need more people to spend money in this world...life is short.

21 November 2018, 02:59 PM	#12
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	-60 second graduations on the bezel. -More wrist presence. -Less common than the Sub. -More technical watch from what Rolex was able to do with it. -better proportions than the 114060 -dude it’s a sea dweller

21 November 2018, 03:15 PM	#13
SS Oyster "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 8,800	Because you can’t find the SD43 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 November 2018, 06:31 PM	#16
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,707	Comparing to the Sub... - Fully Graduated Bezel - Satin Dial - No Date Magnifier - Thicker Crystal - Deeper Case-back - Helium Escape Valve - More Shapely Lugs - More Shapely Cron Guards - Impressive Depth Rating - Less Common No-brainer for me, and has been since the day it was launched. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

21 November 2018, 10:32 PM	#17
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,718	The SD4K is a nice watch but I would not pay a primum for one. I prefer the 114060 ND Submariner-C if you are going 40mm. I prefer the SD43 for the size, bracelet, dial, red text and even the cyclops over the SD4K.

21 November 2018, 11:22 PM	#18
Strummer25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: London Calling Watch: SD4K Dj41 SubC YM Posts: 791	Can’t go wrong with 116600

22 November 2018, 01:44 AM	#21
Ferdelious 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,178	Because.... IMG_6766.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

22 November 2018, 05:01 AM	#22
gaeleus "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: texas Posts: 281	If you really need to ask in a forum, you probably shouldn’t buy it.

22 November 2018, 05:20 AM	#24
RolexLuthor "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: London Watch: Seadweller 116600 Posts: 202	Don’t buy one, it just makes mine that much more exclusive!

22 November 2018, 06:47 AM	#25
Rolex.c6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Netherlands/Spain Watch: Sea-Dweller 116600 Posts: 1,030	[QUOTE=Token74;9108502]Comparing to the Sub... - Fully Graduated Bezel - Satin Dial - No Date Magnifier - Thicker Crystal - Deeper Case-back - Helium Escape Valve - More Shapely Lugs - More Shapely Cron Guards - Impressive Depth Rating - Less Common No-brainer for me, and has been since the day it was launched. This sums it up! __________________ Rolex.c6 Sea-Dweller 4000 SD4K Ref. 116600

22 November 2018, 06:58 AM	#26
albmich "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: WI Watch: SD4k Posts: 1,333	It would be the perfect watch if they got rid of the helium escape valve. It’s close to perfection __________________ ♛ SD4k 116600 ♛ SD43 126600 Ω PloProf 224.32.55.21.01.001

22 November 2018, 08:12 AM	#28
avilhena "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Brazil Posts: 1,115	Just do it! __________________ Once you wear the crown, you can never go down.

22 November 2018, 08:27 AM	#29
Watchdaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: London/NY Posts: 275	I would personally hold out for a Daytona, they are around the same money.

22 November 2018, 08:28 AM	#30
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,159	I have a 114060 myself but the SD4K is a great piece made for a short time and will wear slightly smaller than an SD43 Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

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