mike00 Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 Hi Guys, Rarely posting nowadays due to a busy private life but... still here though and still buying a watch every now and then. Kudos to Andrew for the quick deliverey and rocketfast communication as always. Recenlty I purchased the new 2017 Sea Dweller from Andrew. A previous version from another factory was launched already but i knew this BP version was on his way. Finally it's here. The Deepsea I still own but I wear the regular subs more because of the balanced look. The minute I saw this 2017 version was launched I knew I had to have one. For me this is kinda a BIG Submariner brought as a Sea Dweller. Due to the balanced looks I wanted one. The bracelet is more balanced towards the size of the watch IMO. Also, the ARF version (with the so called 904L steel) was not made from a genuine piece. BP did purchased the GEN and they have the HE valve made correct as per GEN. One of the reasons I went for this version. You can see some comparison pics up here: http://www.ttw-1388.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=17861 The thing I noticed after receiving was the smooth polished bracelet. It seems they put allot of attention into the finishing touch (no sharp edges). Although it is a big Rolex it wears perfect. I made some pics so you guy can judge the quality. Specs from Trusty: Ultimate 1:1 BP Factory Basel 2017 Rolex Ref.126600 Sea Dweller 43mmThis is the Ultimate version made 1:1 with reference to a Genuine Ref.126600Correct 21mm Lug Width Bracelet MOVEMENT: Nickel Plated Asia Clone 3235 Automatic Movement, 25J, 28800bph with Perforated Rotor, Decorated Bridges & Plates to look like Genuine Calibre 3235.CASE DIAMETER: 43mmTHICKNESS: 14mmDIAL COLOR: Black Dial with Round markers and "Single Red" Graphic on Dial(With Swiss Grade Blue Superlume Applied)CASE MATERIAL: Solid Stainless Steel 316F (With Correct Color Tone for the "HE Valve")BRACELET: Solid Stainless Steel 316F with Flip Lock Deployant BuckleFRONT GLASS: Sapphire Crystal (Same thickness as Genuine) - Etched crown at 6:00 positionCASE BACK: Solid case back with detailed engravingBEZEL: Uni-directional High Grade Ceramic Diver Bezel, Anti-Clockwise (With Superlume on Bezel Dot)HACK MOVEMENT: YesCLASP TYPE: Deployant BuckleDATE INDICATOR: At 3:00 position (Adjusted via the crown) OTHER REMARKS: Waterproofed to 30m direct from FactoryHE Valve at 9:00 has same color tone as genuine Verzonden vanaf mijn iPhone met Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sogeha Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 It always pleases me when long time members reappear. I notice a few long standing members who don’t post or rarely post, but when I check their profile, they log in everyday ? It might be the light, but the red on the dial looks better than any I’ve seen before. I’m with you on the balanced look and more to the point more balanced feel of this piece. I have found recent Sea Dwellers too tall and top heavy for my small wrists. These sit a lot better, even though they are a bigger diameter. When life slows a little, you know where we are 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack1993 Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 My old man has always told me if I can’t get the real thing don’t get it at all. Him being an avid collector. Since joining this forum I have been showing him the quality of the watches you boys are turning out and modding! Long story short I’ve just showed him this post, he loves the Watch, and has just brought one! ? he’s come to the dark side enjoy the Watch! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sogeha Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 “The Dark Side of the Force is the pathway to many abilities some consider to be.... Unnatural” Senator Palpatine Tell me again, which nation was it that invented the concept of mass production of horological fakes? ?? Many of us own and appeciate the genuine, but this hobby teaches one to appreciate more of the detail of genuine watches than a lifetime of collecting gens ever would. Besides which I have met far more genuine people and made more real friends here on the dark side than I have in all the gen forums I frequent 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack1993 Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 Amen ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indywatchguy Posted October 26, 2017 Report Share Posted October 26, 2017 Hey Mike! Glad to see you back my friendYou always do great reviews and I've bought a couple of watches because of them. Glad life is treating you well. Thanks for sharing and staying in touch. I'd love to see your review on the new ARF Daytona Enjoy to the max! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phener9 Posted October 28, 2017 Report Share Posted October 28, 2017 Good review and great pictures have got me considering this as my next purchase. Thanks Sent from my SM-A300FU using Tapatalk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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