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Rolex Sea-DwellervsSinn U50 SDR with TEGIMENT option

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Rolex Sea-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sea-Dweller's matte dial with red lettering, with some calling it the best dial on a modern Rolex. The watch is noted for its substantial presence, with some owners appreciating its "chunkiness" and "clean look," while others find it wears smaller than its 43mm size suggests. The Sea-Dweller is considered by some to be a superior, more masculine dive watch than alternatives. However, the watch's thickness and 215-gram weight are frequently cited as potential drawbacks, making it best suited for larger wrists. Some owners find the cyclops on newer models detracts from the watch's aesthetic, with one reviewer calling it "goofy." The Sea-Dweller is also considered less versatile and popular than other models due to its size and thickness. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Sea-Dweller highly for its distinct dial and substantial presence, though its size and thickness make it a niche choice for those with larger wrists.

Sinn U50 SDR with TEGIMENT option

The Sinn U50 SDR with TEGIMENT option is widely praised for its robust submarine steel construction, impressive 50bar water resistance, and excellent anti-reflective coating. Owners and reviewers highlight its toolish, legible dial, satisfyingly tactile bezel, and the outstanding scratch resistance provided by the TEGIMENT hardening. Some owners note the lume is underwhelming, and a few find the clasp aesthetically large and chunky despite its functional diver's extension. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn U50 SDR with TEGIMENT option highly for its exceptional build quality and scratch resistance at its price point.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sea-Dweller43mm
U50 SDR with TEGIMENT option41mm
Power Reserve
Sea-Dweller70h
U50 SDR with TEGIMENT option38h
Water Resistance
Sea-Dweller1,220m
U50 SDR with TEGIMENT option500m
MSRP
Sea-Dweller$14,550
U50 SDR with TEGIMENT option$3,326

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
11.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Oystersteel
Stainless Steel
Finish
bead-blasted
Water Resistance
1220m
500m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Indices
Index
Lume
Chromalight
Luminescent

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
3235
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
70h
38h
Jewels
31
25
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$14,550
$3,326
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