The Best Rolex to Buy! Rolex Deepsea Sea Dweller What the real Submariners wear!!

[@cheapwatchman_official]

I meant to say "ceramic" bezel insert... I"m not very good at this KZbin thing...

[@VintageVic93]

Better than me... I don’t even have a channel!

[@paulaxton72]

I find the Edox Neptunian to be an affordable joy to wear and nothing that will upset you when you bang the case against a wall. I have the green dial green ceramic bezel only waterproof to 3300 ft. Nice helium escape valve and excellent finishing. The version I have has the numbers on the bezel.

[@alfredkonig4639]

You are too good. Much too good, because you are one the persons who are guilty for ruining myself, because NOW I have to buy this expensive, sexy beast!

[@markmcfeaters9116]

904L is another grade of stainless steel.

[@Zozolid]

Do you think this watch is gonna come back in 5 years

[@nicoras8803]

Had my Sea Dweller since 1985 and have been wearing it every day. It looks as if I bought it yesterday. As you say every time I look at it even after almost 40 years I still love it and it gives me a feeling of accomplishment.

[@MichaelB-qx1eh]

I'm chuckling so hard at the fact that the first time I ever encountered the "Cheap Watch Man" channel, I land directly on a video about the fifteen thousand dollar Deepsea.

[@Rick-sq8xg]

Welcome to 2023.

[@eric_in_florida]

hahaha

[@mtbbiker6401]

inflation hurts

[@mattiasahnfelt7147]

Same here bro👍

[@drbones3rd]

I bought the JC 126660 about 1.5 years ago and I absolutely love it. Wear it 24/7. Very comfortable watch to wear....

[@cl302]

I have a 7” wrist and own the JC deepsea amongst other Rolexes. This is my favourite watch of all time for all the same reasons you mentioned.

[@SS-sr2ur]

Good video . I've had the 126660 for a year now , I wear it most days , I find it comfortable and not top heavy as some critics state . I waited a year before AD got it for me . Glad you are enjoying it . Cheers Gary

[@cheapwatchman_official]

Right on

[@Dnooch74]

I have the JC126660and love it. BTW, my brother served on the USS Stonewall Jackson, SSBN 634.

[@mik3ymomo]

I have the 126660 myself. Love it.

[@RPNJ85]

The absolute best video about the DSSD out there. Thanks for sharing all of the details. This is next on my list.

[@gavinstratospherec453]

I have the original 116660 and love it even with the slimmer band - its my favourite watch by far - gets 90% of the wrist time. I feel the slimmer band looks more elegant and the taper is beautiful plus the glidelock clasp system is amazing. Good luck with the watch, I am sure you will get many years of love out of it!

[@howardsprague5146]

I’ve purchased two new Rolexes from ADs in my life, both of which I still own. The first is a “two tone” gold and steal Submariner that I bought long enough ago that it’s now considered “vintage”. The other is the one DeepSea model earlier than yours; 122666 JC Deep blue DeepSea.. FYI on just a of couple things you didn’t mention in your very well done video.. One: there’s a point to the green writing on the dial.. It’s an homage to the same color of green color as the submersible James Cameron used on his Mariana dive. Two: another difference between the 11666, the 126666, and 13666, is the elimination the the diver extension on the bracelet on the 13. Three: the reason there’s a bit of distortion on the sapphire crystal at certain angles is because of its ridiculous thickness, 5mm, a necessity for any watch designed to withstand the insane depths the DeepSea is. I really like this watch for many reasons, and I wear it more than any of others I own. Hell, after a couple years now it almost makes my 29 year old Submariner feel too small,,, almost.. On a personal note, and at the risk of displaying my “toxic masculinity”, another reason I like the DeepSea is it is without a doubt a man’s watch!.. A Rolex AD told me not long ago that with the ongoing style of women preferring larger watches, Rolex has more and more been marketing most Rolexes as unisex watches, particularly Oyster Perpetuals, Submariners, Daytonas, and other sports references.. Great choice on your first Rolex!. You couldn’t have done better IMO, and I agree with everything you said regarding the “it’s too big” conventional thinking not being a problem for most.. Anyone with a a 6 3/4 wrist or larger will be just fine with this watch…..

[@cheapwatchman_official]

thanks for all of that info! I had heard or read all of the points you made but they obviously escaped me when making this vid. I'm so glad that you love yours. for me I know when a watch connects with me because I'm constantly looking down at it. I constantly look down at this watch

[@kamimcmmm]

I am debating between 126660 and 136660, in your opinion which one is the one to go for, if you only pick one? And why?

[@tommybahamax]

Great honest review, keep up the good work bud!

[@epicv7dayz824]

Here in oz didn’t see too many Rolex(s) on our boats. We were issued Hamiltons. But then again our boats were diesel-electric

[@macallandrinker]

Just caught this video after I saw the Bob’s Watches video where you’re unloading it. I get it though. The DSSD JC is amazing to look at but it’s thick. It’s a beat and it seems to get heavier once I’m home from work. Nice IM shirt too!

[@sosaix3545]

Don't forget that Rolex certifies their chronometers to 1.25X the rated depth, so this is actually rated to exactly 16,000 feet. I have the 126660 and it's my daily driver - love it.

[@jb678901]

It's good to know that the watch will still function at that depth...so that they can potentially identify the time of death +/- 40 hours.

[@davidparrishproductions5082]

Randy thank you for your service, man! Something especially badass about submariners (the PEOPLE) I salute YOU!

[@carloc8763]

Great video, great watch. I have had a Sub for almost 30 yes (now passed on to my son), and I have always lusted after a Deepsea, in particular your reference. Thus I have enjoyed your "conversation" (much better than "review") about it. A couple of things you said resonated particularly well with me. First, you do not buy a watch for the specs (spot on), second, there is no other brand (other than Patek, maybe?) who executes steel bracelets as well as Rolex, regardless we are talking about Oyster or Jubilee.

[@scubainstr]

Thanks for the video. Got my JC 126660 - same configuration as yours for all the reasons you mentioned . Chunky watch, but for a professional diver, this is an iconic piece. I know what everything this watch can do whenever I’m in the waters… An essential on my wrist everyday … Hooya !!!

[@jameshollingsworth2821]

19:42 mins and every other sentence talked about the submariner. Not one mention about the in between diver model - the Sea Dweller - which is really the best model in terms of scale, proportionality and looks.

[@cheapwatchman_official]

Send me a sea dweller and I’ll shoot another video

[@Simon_Hawkshaw]

Glad you like the watch, brother. Happy that it is in a worthwhile home. As for the Rolex, you enjoy it too, from the fruits of your labours. May it bring you all the happiness you deserve. Lovely review, perspectives, and promotion of this watch to end all searches for others. I will enjoy it vicariously through you. Thank you for taking the time and making the effort to share this with us all.

[@cheapwatchman_official]

thanks, brother!

[@JohnScheppler]

Awesome looking watch Simon you gave Randy.

[@Simon_Hawkshaw]

@JohnScheppler Thanks John. I'm just happy that he likes it and it has a good home.

[@udosmesovsky4249]

A very honest and humble presentation of the Deepsea! Thank you! I have similar thoughts about this watch and I'm going to buy this JC 13ref version as well. Fits better than expected on my 17.5cm wrist and looks absolutely stunning. Enjoy your time with that extraordinary diver from Rolex 👍

[@shogun884]

What a beauty man, wear it in good health, new to the channel and I love the laid back , common sense approach, I'm subbed.

[@sinjinadams2862]

Ocean X just came out with a limited edition homage of this watch in grade 5 Titanium. I received mine a couple of days ago. I absolutely love it! It weighs in at 131g versus 223g for my Rolex DeepSea.

[@Leftystrat]

Pre ceramic 16600 all day wearer and twice on Sunday’s, but that JC is the beast😊

[@CanadianBeachcomber]

I’m a big believer in the idea of “enclothed cognition”. Who wouldn’t feel good wearing this spectacular wristwatch.

[@bobotmeister]

I have the blue 126660. I love mine. ❤ Oh, i have a 6in wrist. 😂 The bezel "filling" is also platinum. I notice a rolex in the wild because of the "unusual" shine. It's shinier than what's common.

[@Utalkbollocks2061]

Ive just got this watch and im not gonna lie.. i absolutely love it

[@alistairg6770]

Love this watch. Both this and the earlier editions.

[@nedflanders3769]

I’m interested in the Sea Dweller 126600 (not the deep sea). 43mm case should look great on my 8.3 inch wrist

[@Piergiovanni]

You look like Walter White after the New Hampshire. I love it! :D Now I can reprise the video...

[@jb678901]

Still own a Submariner (16613, "Sultan", blue face, 18kt two-tone) that I purchased new in '98. However, as a daily driver I have shifted to a DeepBlue Master 2000 (with ETA 2824-2 movement) or a SteelDive 1953 "Cermit"/"Starbucks" or a SteelDive 1964 "Big Hulk". I still wear the Submariner "Sultan" from time to time, mostly on special occasions and in safe places. Around town or on foreign travel...it's the DeepBlue or a SteelDive, usually. For dress occasions I have a Glashutte Original Senator...another terrific timepiece with date/moonphase/power reserve. I bought that Sub after having left the US Navy (1120 / SSN 722) and while working as a manager at a large corporation. Single with no kids....it was a rather impulsive purchase. That damn watch was plastered all over a billboard (in Richmond, VA) that I had to pass every morning on my way to work. Bought the watch on a hot Saturday afternoon, after having just washed my car. Decided to take a break and buy an ice cream cone at an airconditioned mall just south of Richmond. While still in a sweaty t-shirt marked by brake dust, shorts, and flip flops...I strolled into the jewelry boutique (from the billboard), took one look at that watch...and bought it. Pretty sure the lady behind the counter was worried that I might rob the place, given my attire. I did manage to haggle...just a bit...and I got them down in price by about 6%. I think I paid about $5200, at the time. Those days are over.

[@dexon555]

Dude! I have a sub date and D-Blue Deep Sea, I love them both. I also have a Tudor original MN version and you have to check it out.

[@VintageVic93]

Man, that is a beautiful watch. Good point on focusing on how a watch makes you feel!

[@leeprior-rr2jb]

I have the deep-sea and a omega seamaster and I am eyeing up a rolex sub.

[@ripperx444]

Best Rolex. Had them all. Subs/GMTs/Daytonas and always liked the Deepsea the best. Once you remove that dive extension these become some of the most comftsble larger watches. The black vs the James Cameron is night and day difference as far as looks. That gradient blue to black dial really does make it looks much nicer.

[@hugohernandez3651]

Excellent review. I have the 12x version. I absolutely love it. It is very comfortable. Pictures and videos don't do justice to the beauty of the dial. Now, the Seadweller and the Deepsea are in different lineups. As a result, the dial has less text 😂.

[@joeclifford4953]

Great honest video. I love mine just like you. I'm looking forward to getting the Challenger

[@danielfrancis3660]

Interesting to hear you were part of the submarine service. I was involved in the structural integrity of equivalent UK designs.

[@JakeyJay26]

Just picked mine up after 2+ years on a wait list and love it!

[@majuodalamri]

I just got one and I'm enjoying its look and size❤

[@Behemoth66]

I bought the two tone sea dweller 2024 for retail price and now getting the James Cameron 2024. I’m 6’3 250 lbs so it looks like a normal sized watch on me and I chose it over the GMTll without hesitation . Going to have a custom bezel made for it in the color of the Batman

[@kimotomass]

136660 doesn’t have the divers extension over 126660. They also jacked up the price by $3000. Love my 126660 black. It’s simple and classy monochromatic.

[@czguy3045]

A coworker has one of the earlier Sea Dwellers. From a couple feet away, it doesn't look ridiculously big but holding it... I dunno... that thickness is... it's a really thick watch. If I bought a Rolex, 80% chance it would be an Explorer I and 20% it would be a Datejust. Among the Subs, I like the 10-ish year old ones with the thinner lugs.

[@gsrossco]

Nice vid, first time to your channel, not so cheap watch reviewed on Cheap Watch Man, but I guess the price is subjective. Beaut watch, enjoy.

[@olliwi]

Congrats! My absolute dream watch! Waiting for it patiently.

[@DCbell5]

Great to see a fellow submariner with a channel. 🙌🏻 641 & 655 here.

[@fredallen217]

I really enjoyed your content !!!!

[@jeranemo5504]

I was at a wedding last summer and a guy there was rocking the deepsea. For some silly reason I couldn’t believe it. Anyway, he pulled the look off. Crisp white shirt, sleeves rolled up and he was tall/skinny. I’d never seen the deepsea worn out like that, all dressed up. I was wearing my sub date, and it looked tiny 😅. Anyway, I was impressed and also surprised he had IWC and other watches but it was the deepsea for the wedding. Pretty cool and made me think for a second 😂 but I love my sub. Great video.

[@SpaceG95]

Finally a non hype Rolex video I can respect 👍🏾

[@cheapwatchman_official]

thanks for watching!

[@JB-up4pm]

Great review and perspective.

[@j.j.h.atemycereal]

So wait… you DIDN’T get issued a Sub when you reported onboard the sub? I’ve been SORELY misinformed. Great video. Cool watch. Thanks.

[@kamimcmmm]

Since watches and wonders 2024, all DeepSeas are now advertised with the same reference number but without the sea-dweller print on the dial anymore. What’s ur take on that?

[@rafaelmeneses5066]

I just bought my 2nd Sea Dweller. I gave my 1st to my son and missed it too much.

[@paulsagbakken2996]

Hmmm, Aliens was directed by Ridley Scott!

[@snarlbuckle]

subs are cool. everybody has a sub. not everybody has a JC.

[@brianpalay2]

7:27 exactly why I've been looking at (non-Deepsea) Sea Dwellers.

[@omoniyikaye]

I love it just subscribed to your channel. Great content.

[@davidhilt9527]

Rolex Grand Diver lol….just a poor wishing he could afford with 4 kids and a stay at home wife. Wouldn’t trade you for the world, but very much admire the lovely piece of craftsmanship that you get to be the caretaker of!

[@OliverBird-d3i]

Great video👍

[@the_shadow_realm5110]

Hey @cheapwatchman_official, how does this compare with your Omega Seamaster. Which one is coming with you if you were to be stranded on a desert island?

[@Whatisthis94]

Still love the 16600 best

[@Leftystrat]

Classic, symmetrical gem without the bling👏

[@lukegalloway2402]

Brilliant review bud really enjoyed it

[@cheapwatchman_official]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@marcdee4427]

Lovely watch, great video 😎👍🏻

[@WatchRob]

Do you know how much that weighs sized for your wrist?

[@woonfaseng8737]

didnt u make 1 episode on this watch previously ?>??? or i getting senile already. ur subscriber from singapore....

[@MyWatchTherapy]

Cheap watch guy, how did this video sneak in?

[@andreleverettejr3747]

Subby that thumbnail is funny 😂

[@j3r3me]

Finally! A watch I can swim with.

[@eyegooner]

Best Rolex ever made. Esp the 136660

[@kenweller2032]

Quite the timepiece!! When you get into that price range, it's not really a consumable good. You compared it to buying a house, but a big plus is no property tax. It's a place to park wealth that's enjoyable and probably a good inflation shield. Just curious. Have you worn it swimming in the ocean?

[@cheapwatchman_official]

not in the ocean but it's been to the pool many times. I'll probably go diving with it this year (hopefully)

[@Mega-zi7ys]

House??? Not even close ..a house can have both income and appreciation over time. A Rolex is static jewelry not an investment. Even an SD doesn't come close to the price of a Modest house. 🙄

[@DL-wl6fk]

Amazing watch and a future classic

[@jouzel8951]

Great video, great take on why to buy a watch!

[@nogaroblu9321]

I have the OG version from 2016 and I love it. Your video was spot on. Such a unique piece. Congrats!

[@cheapwatchman_official]

thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@NoNameNo.5]

Congrats bro

[@22jeepmojave75]

I’m loving mines.

[@kobusvanrensburg4092]

Nope. DW5600. This is much prettier though 👌

[@betl5982]

Very nice watch.

[@j03y224]

This would be the last watch I ever buy. The grail. I love this watch. I need this watch

[@larceny3092]

How much

[@DerhamPaul-vo8fr]

I like mine black

[@DerhamPaul-vo8fr]

It's the only watch I have it's black dial

[@DerhamPaul-vo8fr]

Mine is the black dial

[@ericseidman8295]

Thanks for your service submariner

[@chollister08]

I have this watch and the sea dweller 43 I much prefer the 43 as I have banged that damn Deepsea into just about every door frame and it stops my heart every time . The thickness is just a bit too much. That said it’s an incredible watch , I have the original version with the narrower bracelet it may wear better with the wider bracelet

[@NICKVST]

If that watch had a green Dial and green bezel, that would truly be the hulk nice watch 👍

[@cheapwatchman_official]

no kidding

[@johnb8760]

as a former submariner, I could never had afforded that on my pay. lol

[@DerhamPaul-vo8fr]

It's waterproof it should be to 3900 meters down the ocean it's a long way down I'm never going to ever go diving with my watch ⌚️ why did I get it then I wanted to best Rolex watch they had and it was the Rolex Deepsea sea dweller it's full of white gold and platinum it's beautiful my black dial Rolex watch I don't wear it anymore but I know I have it when I need it I got mine in 2017 to get 1 now good luck you can't get them in my country Australia 🇦🇺 why I don't know they must have sent them overseas to other countries when I got mine they only had 1 and it was mine luckiy man I'm 51 now and older so it suits me well Rolex I love you 😍

[@pdmotors5027]

For me, this has more of a presence than a “Standard sub”....

[@georgiebestmanutd4746]

Bro, that James Cameron Deepsea can survive Crush Depth which your Hyman Rickover era Skipjack sub cudnt

[@CelebGMZ]

You have the old dial

[@chicagoemt8769]

Another good video… absolutely love watching (hah) all of your watch videos.

[@cheapwatchman_official]

You're the best!

[@mariobertora]

Well ,my deep sea , has the distinctions over your one, that it has been decompressing in the PTC (With me) maybe 200 times. Will your watch get the chance of at least one 400 feet's dive?

[@TopSecretVid]

Love my replica Deepsea :).

[@Propelled]

There’s no reason for the extra bulk of the deep sea unless you’re a deep sat diver. Period. It isn’t tougher, in fact, standing taller, it’ll get beat up easier. It also makes a pain in the butt putting gear on and off, catches on everything.

[@jamesdavis9115]

How much was this

[@DerhamPaul-vo8fr]

Everyone sayes about the size it's a normal size 44mm

[@flynow5614]

Love the watch. Being cheap buy Magico Ultimate III and review that. You are the cheapaudioman.

[@alexius8111]

Think I have to deal with the worst ADs .. so many youtubers get their watches it's just me after spending a mini fortune haven't got a single call in years

[@ronbond6259]

Aye a Parnis deep sea is only $100.👍😎

[@kevinpascual]

Holy Shit. Congrats sir!

[@cheapwatchman_official]

thanks!