RepGuy 108 Posted July 5, 2017 Thanks to Ancon Watches, I now know what a bronze DSSD would look like. I saw this a while ago, and it resurfaced more recently, prompting the purchase. Although it just arrived, I can tell this is going to be a regular in my rotation, and it is the first watch (gen or rep) that I have purchased with a new ETA inside, so I am excited to see how this does compared to the box full of Miyota 9015's with accuracy. While this is basically a straight replication of the Rolex DSSD, the design looks good in bronze, and it seems to "fit" the style. The specifications are as follows: - Hours, minutes, seconds and quick set date at 3 o'clock position. - CuSn8 Bronze case, brushed finishing, 43.5mm diameter excluding crown, 52mm from lug to lug, 16.5mm thick, 21mm Lug, steel with see-through (sapphire crystal) case back. - Swiss made ETA 2824-2 automatic movement, 25 jewels, power reserve 38 hours up, 28,800 vibrations per hour. - Green with Super Luminova luminous hour markers. - CuSn8 Bronze screw-down crown, 8mm diameter, Water-resistance to 500 meters (1650 feet). - 43mm CuSn8 Bronze uni-directional rotating bezel with Green ceramic insert, 120 clicks, engraved with elapsed time markings, 4mm flat Sapphire Crystal. - Rubber strap with CuSn8 Bronze buckle. - 130 grams excluding strap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted July 5, 2017 Hate the strap. Love the head. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RepGuy 108 Posted July 5, 2017 Hate the strap. Love the head. I agree that the strap isn't the best looking, but it definitely feels well made. For the time being, I'll leave it as-is until I can get another strap from JohnG in the future. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gavmeister 1 Posted July 5, 2017 Awesome....now where to get one in Aus! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RepGuy 108 Posted July 5, 2017 Awesome....now where to get one in Aus! They ship worldwide from Hong Kong Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RepGuy 108 Posted July 6, 2017 Price? I paid around $950 shipped. But they also have SS and PVD models with a Miyota 9015 in the $600 range. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lagger 160 Posted July 6, 2017 I will be honest,I don't like the DSSD I think it's big, unbalanced and ugly, and I would liked to say nice things about this but I can't. But that is my opinion, and you seem very happy with it and I'm sure outside of my bubble of easy wearers there will be plenty of fans Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted July 6, 2017 Price? I paid around $950 shipped. But they also have SS and PVD models with a Miyota 9015 in the $600 range. Sounds reasonable I like this better than the DSSD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RepGuy 108 Posted July 6, 2017 I will be honest,I don't like the DSSD I think it's big, unbalanced and ugly, and I would liked to say nice things about this but I can't.But that is my opinion, and you seem very happy with it and I'm sure outside of my bubble of easy wearers there will be plenty of fans I can understand your stance on it. I'm personally a fan of chunky divers, and I loved my DSSD reps of the past, so when this came up again it was a no brainer for me. If you look at my current watchbox, this style is basically all I wear, so it's a good addition to the collection Left to Right: And in Sea Shadow III, Helson Shark Diver, Boschett Harpoon, Zelos Hammerhead, Prometheus Sailfish, Deep Blue Daynight, SO Schumacher, Hulbot 4000, SO 15400, Rolex, Rolex Submarines (my first ever rep. Saved for memories sake only) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteveA 308 Posted July 6, 2017 Lovely new watch and great collection of divers mate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lagger 160 Posted July 6, 2017 I see it now! The 15400 looks anorexic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RepGuy 108 Posted July 6, 2017 I see it now! The 15400 looks anorexic Anorexic and forgotten for the most part. But everybody needs at least one "official" dress watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paparolf 45 Posted July 6, 2017 Great collection, nothing in there I would not wear. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted July 6, 2017 Calling the 15400 anorexic is like calling the A380 a light aircraft... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RepGuy 108 Posted July 7, 2017 I finally got some shots in natural light Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cubic Hare 494 Posted July 7, 2017 That's special. I like it.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave47 6,471 Posted July 7, 2017 Thanks to Ancon Watches, I now know what a bronze DSSD would look like. I saw this a while ago, and it resurfaced more recently, prompting the purchase. Although it just arrived, I can tell this is going to be a regular in my rotation, and it is the first watch (gen or rep) that I have purchased with a new ETA inside, so I am excited to see how this does compared to the box full of Miyota 9015's with accuracy. While this is basically a straight replication of the Rolex DSSD, the design looks good in bronze, and it seems to "fit" the style. The specifications are as follows: - Hours, minutes, seconds and quick set date at 3 o'clock position. - CuSn8 Bronze case, brushed finishing, 43.5mm diameter excluding crown, 52mm from lug to lug, 16.5mm thick, 21mm Lug, steel with see-through (sapphire crystal) case back. - Swiss made ETA 2824-2 automatic movement, 25 jewels, power reserve 38 hours up, 28,800 vibrations per hour. - Green with Super Luminova luminous hour markers. - CuSn8 Bronze screw-down crown, 8mm diameter, Water-resistance to 500 meters (1650 feet). - 43mm CuSn8 Bronze uni-directional rotating bezel with Green ceramic insert, 120 clicks, engraved with elapsed time markings, 4mm flat Sapphire Crystal. - Rubber strap with CuSn8 Bronze buckle. - 130 grams excluding strap. That watch is down right BEAUTEOUS!! Eh, ah, in case I missed it with these old eyes, WHERE'D you find this gem?? dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RepGuy 108 Posted July 7, 2017 Thanks to Ancon Watches, I now know what a bronze DSSD would look like. I saw this a while ago, and it resurfaced more recently, prompting the purchase. Although it just arrived, I can tell this is going to be a regular in my rotation, and it is the first watch (gen or rep) that I have purchased with a new ETA inside, so I am excited to see how this does compared to the box full of Miyota 9015's with accuracy. While this is basically a straight replication of the Rolex DSSD, the design looks good in bronze, and it seems to "fit" the style. The specifications are as follows: - Hours, minutes, seconds and quick set date at 3 o'clock position. - CuSn8 Bronze case, brushed finishing, 43.5mm diameter excluding crown, 52mm from lug to lug, 16.5mm thick, 21mm Lug, steel with see-through (sapphire crystal) case back. - Swiss made ETA 2824-2 automatic movement, 25 jewels, power reserve 38 hours up, 28,800 vibrations per hour. - Green with Super Luminova luminous hour markers. - CuSn8 Bronze screw-down crown, 8mm diameter, Water-resistance to 500 meters (1650 feet). - 43mm CuSn8 Bronze uni-directional rotating bezel with Green ceramic insert, 120 clicks, engraved with elapsed time markings, 4mm flat Sapphire Crystal. - Rubber strap with CuSn8 Bronze buckle. - 130 grams excluding strap. That watch is down right BEAUTEOUS!! Eh, ah, in case I missed it with these old eyes, WHERE'D you find this gem?? dave Thank you, I purchased it new direct from Ancon (http://www.anconwatches.com). They also offer this model in different colors, as well as a bunch of SS and PVD models with Miyota movements for a lower price... one of which is a pretty nice homage to the actual DSSD colorway as shown below Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted July 24, 2017 They also make an oversized Rolex 5508 style NOCG sub with and without numerals.... But at 43.5mm it's a little large for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aksingh 16 Posted August 9, 2017 Doesnt look too bad, but not for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Stubbs 0 Posted August 11, 2017 I like this a LOT. The colours and materials make this more visually interesting to me than the DSSD. Loving your collection as well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites