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I finally stopped by my Rolex AD earlier this morning to examine the new DSSD and the new DJII...
I put them on my wrist, looked at them carefully and....bottom line....I wasn't really impressed....(just my opinion)
I kinda expected a little bit more; maybe I am just too picky?

The DSSD is not a very large watch and the bracelet is kinda small, especially near the buckle...
The DJII TT is very thin and kinda small as well.....
Are these 2 watches worth 20K ? ABSOLUTELY NOT

EDIT: BEWARE>>>>http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=104730&highlight=dssd

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I know it's only opinions, but I've got to disagree with on the SDDS. When I tried it on, I loved it. Yes the bracelet does taper quite a bit compared to a Breitling, but even in a couple of mins holding it, I kind of got used to it. Personally I think the SDDS is worth every penny. Just my opinion of course!

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Driver8

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I actually took a look at a DSSD today at my AD and I think I have the same feelings as you. I really wanted to like the DSSD, and I still am feeling disappointed by the watch. My biggest gripe is with the bracelet, whilst it does taper WAY too much (I think I commented that it looked like a bracelet for a ladies watch) the 21mm interhorn width puts me off the most. Even though the DSSD is not that large, it is too chunky for that bracelet in my opinion. I also was not too thrilled with the rather small face in comparison to the bezel.

I have to say, I am disappointed by the DSSD, and I could not bring myself to spend the $9K on it, I would rather save more and put it towards a Royal Oak Offshore. With that said though, I cannot say it is not worth the money, it simply does not do it for me, but the quality is undeniable. Yes it is rather tool-ish, not the most elegant with its larger than Rolex average proportions, but it is not supposed to be an overly refined watch. I guess my gripes with it are personal. Would I ever buy it, no, can I understand why people like it so much, yes.

100% with you. If only that amazing bracelet was just 2 mm wider.

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I'll tell you what. I've owned a DSSD for a little over the week now. While at first glance in the AD, you look at the bracelet and think it looks too thing, it is designed with a taper for a reason.

Once the bracelet is sized and is on your wrist, this is easily the most comfortable watch I've ever owned - bar none. I am used to PAMs with 24mm straps, and I have ZERO complaints about the wear-ability of the DSSD. The taper bracelet gives you wrist more range when it's on. Hard to explain, but it's genius.

Also, the Glidelock clasp is worth the cost of the watch You don't realize how badly all watches need a TRUE micro-adjustment clasp until you've worn one with the Glidelock.

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I must applaud you zirotti! Very well said and I totally agree. While it may be the largest watch Rolex currently has on the market it is small indeed. I think for me it is the smallest watch I would ever buy in the future, but thus little package does contain a lot of well thought engineering in my opinion.

I would love to see what rod the Prof has to say about this watch.

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Rolex DSSD

A forum member informed me that there are very good DSSD fakes, good enough to even
fool Rolex ADs

Great info:
http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t ... light=dssd

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Yeah, it is scary out there. I bought my DSSD from a reputable seller with full B&Ps and warranty and a V serial because of this.

Have you seen the newest Steelfish and Skyland fakes? They are amazing! At least there you only get hit for a $2000 watch instead of a $7000 watch.

thank God I picked up mine at govberg. I feel safe with George.

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Rolex DSSD

Very slightly off topic, but still related - I actually think that the 'quality' of the fakes out there now will probably do most manufacturers a big favour. For years Breitling have had that front sceen on their website saying that 90% of Breitlings available online are fake, and for years most of us have rolled our eyes and said anyone with even a passing interesting in Breitlings would be able to spot a fake a mile off. That's not the case nowadays at all.

It's really getting to the point that an AD is really the only way to go to be 100% sure. I've always been an AD purchaser myself anyway, although I have bought on-line on behalf of other people. Not anymore! AD all the way.

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Driver8

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Very off topic now -

I sold a 1999 Rolex GMT a few months back, the buyer took it to an AD who was unable to verify authenticity and even went so far as to state the case would need to be opened to verify the numbers matched the paperwork

Anybody who knows Rolex should know that Rolex dated in 1999 have the numbers on the case you just need to remove the bracelet to see them. HMMM some ADs employ staff who don't know or care about the brands they sell.

I nearly lost the sale due to an AD.

It is interesting you bring this up d8. I run an automobile shredder in new York and yesterday we were paid a visit from a federal officer who comes every 2 months or so. He usually brings a truck full of knives guns and various other weapons to be be distroyed. This particular time along with the normal items he had almost 20 boxes of fake Rolex watches. I wish I had a camera on me as I was amazed. I thought no one cared about the fakes. I wanted to take a Daytona just to check against a friend of mines. As usual I had to officers standing right behind me when I opened a box to see what was inside. Hope I didn't hijack the thread. I thought it might be interesting after d8 brought up the fakes...

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I have to agree with you, when I was looking for a luxury watch I considered a Rolex, when I tried it on it didnt feel special. When I tried the Breitling I really liked it and it felt more for less.

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