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I recently had the opportunity to handle the first titanium release from Rolex. Photos seen ahead of the visit had me curious, so the opportunity was most welcomed.
First impression was a surprise at how wearable it felt. Not as a city dweller of course, but if I was on a deep sea exploratory expedition or rescue operation (think James Bond post D-Craig) I could well see myself wearing it for the task. The construction was so well executed and well thought out. Very Rolex. The brushed titanium surfaces makes for a perfect subtle look and immediately the mind raced to imagine how it would look on a modern Daytona or Yacht-Master (mentally drooling).
My personal speculation is this reference will be shortlived as the intent is to send a message. One being look what we can make, admittedly 11k wr is no small feat on a serially produced wristwatch. Second being a test run of the machinery and production process of serially producing titanium wristwatches. Third being signal to the world, we hear you and listening, titanium is in the pipe.
Would I want to own this piece? Well, unfortunately I do not engage in enough serious exploratory or rescue operation (yes a hint that I am not James Bond) so can not see when I would aptly wear it. And to own it and keep in a box is not for me so with my current (peaceful) lifestyle it is not a watch I find the necessity to own. But if I could think of good opportunities to put it to use, I think yes.
But I would love to see myself owning a titanium Rolex at some point. Question is which one. If I were to speculate freely based on current catalogue models (basically all the important models) my choice would land on:
- Daytona in full titanium, black dial and black ceramic bezel
- Yacht-Master 42 no date in titanium with oyster bracelet interchangeable with oysterflex using quick release (like new Pelagos) along with a newly designed black ceramic bezel
- Explorer in full titanium, white dial
However the probability think in me thinks a likely first will be a no date 41mm sub for the 70th anniversary next year. That would be a most suitable first and I think that would be perfect even if a touch too predictable.
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I recently had the opportunity to handle the first titanium release from Rolex. Photos seen ahead of the visit had me curious, so the opportunity was most welcomed. First impression was a surprise at how wearable it felt. Not as a city dweller of course, ...
Many thanks Keks for your valuable thoughts and writeup on this new remarkable Rolex! I already expressed my admiration for this piece and the technical achievements it represents, and your pictures only strongly confirm my first impressions! ;-)
Barring a significant (and unexpected) disappointment once I see it in person, I consider the DSC, by far, one of the most interesting and groundbreaking Rolex releases in recent years! Along with the many, incremental improvements Rolex periodically offe...
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yes for a Ti PP I have no chance of getting there before you do! You will not be disappointed when you see the DSC in challenge, I think on the contrary you will be most impressed. I agree it is a big release and many probably do not see it for what it is...
Haha yes
Titanium is a favorite metal for me in wristwatches and one day I hope to also have a Rolex and a Patek in this metal… I already have a few titanium pieces from other makers in my box that I wear with delight (but admittedly no Seamasters in Ti)
I couldnt think of one honestly to justify this watch 🤣
Maybe something for the mars mission?
Thank you Keks for sharing your thoughts with us
The reaction to this watch reminds me of the reaction to the DeepSea when introduced in 2008. It was a love at first sight for a wearable watch, a masterpiece of engineering. I got the black one then, even run the NY marathon that year with the DSSD on my...
thanks for sharing your love for the DSSD
this is indeed a most intriguing release and I love to see so many express positive sentiment as initially I experienced so much negativity around it. btw I think Charlize would look magnificent wearing one DSC on each wrist
Agree with everything you said ...
so, nothing to add other than more pics of CT with DSSD ... 😀 I think I spy a Patek Aquanaut in this one ... ...
An absolute marvel!
Huge indeed, but I'd like to stress that if Silvester Stallone wore a Panerai Egiziano, it would be no such a problem wearrng this Sea Dweller for most of us!
i can sympathize with that perspective....
but I think it is great to give the consumer the opportunity to own if that is the wish, nobody will be forced to buy in the end
It does suit your wrist!
A great watch to own, but difficult for a daily wear (depending of course on one's occupation).
Well
Yes it is not bad to wear but does not fit my lifestyle (fortunately for my wallet)
Thank you for sharing your thoughts ...
... on this gem! Wearability and comfort also caught me by surprise. That's something that has to be experienced ... can't be conveyed by pictures or words! This is my 2nd week of wearing it on a daily basis. No complaint about comfort. On the first day o...
“Wearability and comfort also caught me by surprise. That's something that has to be experienced ... can't be conveyed by pictures or words!
That’s what this guy found out about David Byrne’s Big Suit Really have To try it To see ...
indeed it is very funny how the mind works
most watches too big or too small feel just right after a little time on the wrist. I have not yet ventured this large but can imagine it feels just right after a while, perhaps only bother for me would be it might bang into walls and doors given its heig...
