[4K] Rolex Sea-Dweller 43 vs Submariner 41 - SD43 vs SUB41; Beyond the obvious | Hafiz J Mehmood

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References:
Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600, Rolex Submariner 126610LN
My wrist size in all the clips: 6.5"
My wrist span: 55mm
Watch Cases: 41mm on paper
Watch Lug to Lug: As per Video
Watch Dial Sizes: As per Video
Watch bracelet width at lugs: As per Video

Music Credits: Andy Leech X Victoriya - Aerolith

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[Newtypenewtype]

Love that you're wearing the Sea Dweller, it's always good to see actual scratches on watches these days instead of pristine examples sitting in boxes for "investment" purposes...

[Mark..P]

The problem we have Hafiz, is that every watch you wear just looks really good and makes me want it. I am not sure if it’s your style, build, skin tone, photography, or all of the above, but I don’t think many of us can wear some of these pieces quite as well in reality 😁👏

[simonassouline]

You Sir, are by Far the best and professional educator and narrator of Boutique Watches! Saw your Patek Philippe Aquanat Video, you pointed out all the flaws to the point of detail, on such an expensive entry point Watch! I’m a subscriber for life! Watch many other Videos, High expensive Boutique Watches, Like Audemares Piguet, Vacheron Constantin, Patek Philippe, Rolex, and etc.! Your explanation and references to the key subtle differences are amazing! Thanks, Sir!

[wfwiwck]

Just picked up a Seadweller after owning a Submariner previously. The size suits me perfectly and doesn't look big at all. I have an 18cm wrist. If anyone is worried about the SD being massive it isn't unless you have tiny wrists...

[clarkgwozdecki]

Bigger bezel, bigger bezel teeth, bigger clasp, more gold, and bigger wrist presence are the reason I picked the TT seadweller over Blusy. No comparison when you hold them side by side. It is a beast

[Wristshot]

This first 2 minutes of narrative used was just amazing! Well done for expressing your thoughts so articulately! 👍👍👍👍 from London!

[Nexus.Achiles]

This is like comparing a standard Porsche 911 with a 911 GTS. Some people will be happy with the basic model and feel there's no need for more. Others will want something extra, push the enveloppe a bit further. No right or wrong, just a question of finding what one likes and is happy with.

[davidofglenbrook]

I prefer the SD43. [A really spectacular video and narrative, BTW. But then again, we’ve all come to expect that from you....]

[regisbarou]

Hafiz's videos are famous for offering the best pictures that can be seen on Utube.
But please don't forget the text which is also perfect, always sharp and balanced.
The point of view given on every watch is always so clever and interesting.
Pictures and text make Hafi's vidéos a unic contribution.

[ngtilui]

The only thing that's stopping me from sd is the lack of the glossy black dial.

[Badlighter]

Just found your channel. Brilliant. I love your relaxed view on the use of the definite article “the”. Stay well. Amazing watch descriptions. It’s like you are the Cervantes of horological reviews.

[sprocketdog]

Are you a professional film maker? Seriously the best produced watch videos on here.

[shoikajohnson]

Best watch videos on YouTube. Love the comparisons. Love the fact that you give real measurements including thickness. Love being able to see how the watch looks on a person, rather than just someone’s wrist. Great voice. Great dialogue. Keep it up Hafiz!

[dirkdiggler]

Just bought my 43m Sea Dweller from my AD and it fits perfect on my 8in wrist👍

[ticktology]

SD43 for me. Although iconic & just about perfect, the Sub is way too common & overdone. Love the heft, the red text, & complete bezel markings on the SD43.

[veilofmayaa]

I watched this video a month and a half ago. I probably rewound the first bit like a zillion times I mean the SD sits so well on your wrist. The pelagos LHD and the SD have been my grail watches. By some divine grace I got both in the last couple of weeks. I love the SD and this video got me borderline obsessed with it. Very informative, perfect camera angles and of course a very soothing voice to go with it. Doesn't get better!!

[macrolex]

Photography 10/10 and the most detailed commentary on YouTube - there are some differences on these two models that I wasn’t even aware of until you pointed them out - despite watching countless reviews by others. I was offered the steel SD43 last year from an AD which I politely refused saying I preferred the ‘inky black’ gloss dial of the Sub to the Matt grey of the SD - even the experienced AD manager wasn’t aware of the difference🙄 Your top quality content is appreciated - keep up the good work👍🤓

[scotthowie]

SD 43 with the red text is just outstanding and I like the writing on the back of the case also the bezel is more practical and these are more rarer than subs definitely a collection piece that anniversary one

[JFK-]

Happy with mine SD43. Great content Hafiz

[rootedrotor]

I've got the SD43 and love it, but I must say that the sub gives me pause. I think I prefer that gloss black dial and its smaller proportions. But the SD43 has a lot of wrist prescence.