Sherrington Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I can't make my mind up between leaving my MBW as a DRSD or a Great White, so I want you guys to help me decide. Here are the pics:- MBW DRSD Genuine Tropic 39, Genuine Pearl and the best aftermarket insert, Genuine Crown and tube, CG's reworked, Dial relumed in vintage lume by The Zigmeister (hardly any lume at all really, but very realistic), Bold font datewheel, Correct 93150 hollow link bracelet with correct clasp, Lugholes drilled and genuine springbars fitted, Caseback aged and stripped of paint. MBW Great White Mods as above but with:- Genuine Pearl and insert, Genuine Tropic 39 flat top crystal (notice the 5 minute markers are not as distorted!!), Dial lumed as above by The Zigmeister. Which ever comes out on top I will keep to that model and sell the spare dial!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RiverwindMDS Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 The DRSW is better in my opinion... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Keep the DRSD and sell me the great white parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherrington Posted January 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Keep the DRSD and sell me the great white parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cskent69 Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Great white. Less conspicious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Great White gets my vote... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsons Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I'm partial to the white 1665 as well. Gorgeous watch and easier to wear. Having said this, both of yours are fantastic vintage pieces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hupholland Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 The DRSD is the most beautifull IMHO ' Mine is getting a lot of wrist time! regards Huub I can't make my mind up between leaving my MBW as a DRSD or a Great White, so I want you guys to help me decide. Here are the pics:- MBW DRSD Genuine Tropic 39, Genuine Pearl and the best aftermarket insert, Genuine Crown and tube, CG's reworked, Dial relumed in vintage lume by The Zigmeister (hardly any lume at all really, but very realistic), Bold font datewheel, Correct 93150 hollow link bracelet with correct clasp, Lugholes drilled and genuine springbars fitted, Caseback aged and stripped of paint. MBW Great White Mods as above but with:- Genuine Pearl and insert, Genuine Tropic 39 flat top crystal (notice the 5 minute markers are not as distorted!!), Dial lumed as above by The Zigmeister. Which ever comes out on top I will keep to that model and sell the spare dial!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linkukbora Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I'll take your great white anytime........of cos if you decide to let her go IMHO.......you should keep both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I'm partial to the white 1665 as well. Gorgeous watch and easier to wear. Having said this, both of yours are fantastic vintage pieces. Agreed TT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I am converting my Comex SD to a great white. The white is more subtle and you already have the right flat top crystal. IMHO, there are too many DRSD 's walking around as we speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I think that you should follow the local trend, and go with the white dial (I'd like to end up being the only one with a DRSD ). One other consideration is the case back. I can't see yours, but I'm guessing that it has the straight "Rolex" text, which is correct for the DRSD. Do you also have the correct back for the white? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherrington Posted January 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I think there is some confusion. I only have one MBW but different dials and crystals to enable either version to be created. I will decide which version I will create after your input. Then I will sell the spare parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I think there is some confusion. I only have one MBW but different dials and crystals to enable either version to be created. I will decide which version I will create after your input. Then I will sell the spare parts. It is tricky for people that want to buy the left-overs to be impartial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tribal Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Take the white Dial...... Doublered is hard to find in real life... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RiverwindMDS Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I think it have to be a matter of taste. More or less the 98% of the population don't know the difference between a double red and a white sd so don't ask too many questions to you and ask yourself what do you like more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherrington Posted January 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I think it have to be a matter of taste. and ask yourself what do you like more. I think I am leaning more towards the Great White. The lugs are the right width and the case looks a bit too new for a DRSD. The dials both have their flaws but I like the fact you can easliy see "Sea Dweller" on the Great White a lot easier than the DRSD. I also like the look of the genuine flat top crystal than the superdome. The only left over part I will be selling will be a dial (already sold the insert and the SD is staying with me!!!), which considering The Zigmeister lumed it, someone will be getting a fantastic deal!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falco Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 choose whatever you feel you'd like to wear everyday, maybe white is more discreet? wouldn't sell extra parts unless you realy need the money since you never know what you could end up do with them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Great white. The dial is far more accurate. A great white project is on the horizon for me, though I'll be using a superdome T39 - just because. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Just because you have one? - You lucky guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Here's some discussion on the topic from Timezone: GW vs. DR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherrington Posted January 8, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2007 OK Guys, decision made. It's the Great White from now on. And to stop me changing back I've sold the DRSD dial!!!! Thanks Tony you have a fantastic dial. OK, R, yes you were right......again!!!!!!!!! Thanks mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted January 8, 2007 Report Share Posted January 8, 2007 Thank you, Dave. Now all you need is one of these: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherrington Posted January 8, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2007 Thank you, Dave. Now all you need is one of these: I don't really mind the caseback that I have on which is the version with the Rolex in a straight line. Backs have been interchanged over the years anyhow and I have seen White 1665's with the older style back on. Also if someone asks you to take off your watch for a closer look then you would be called out anyway. Especially if he was a WIS, or Randy!!!! You could always send me your caseback!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted January 8, 2007 Report Share Posted January 8, 2007 Nice choice... But, both dials are nice! And, with both having been ziggy-lumed, both VERY desirable as wel! As for the casebacks... It's possible to see a straight back on a white as the dials have been known to have been changed by Rolex during service (e.g. because of chipped dials, etc. as mentioned in the TZ discussion). What might be a little more questionable is to see a curved back with a DRSD dial As always, beautiful work, DS. Good stuff! Randy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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