One Year Later: The Rolex Deepsea 

I have the opposite opinion. I own the James Cameron , Hulk and the no date 14060. I have a large wrist and all 3 fit comfortably and look fantastic. Being tool watches, their reason of manufacturing was purpose built. Rolex's Modus Operandi is to constantly improve their product and this piece takes the Rolex dive watch to the next level. No other Rolex has a 5.5 mm crystal and as you know, creates a wonderful dome effect that no other Rolex can,. It's dial rivals the beauty of the Hulk all the while offering a two tone gradient that no other Rolex has. It's the only Rolex to be honour a scientific exploration. The green DEEPSEA text itself unique to represent the colour of the Deepsea challenger. BTW, James Cameron was the first to make the descent alone. it's the only Rolex dive watch to be made in 2 materials, both steel and titanium. it's construction is also unique. I love this watch for it's aesthetic, it's unique construction and then fact its is the most technical dive watch you can buy. no, your not going to take it down to 12,880 ft but that.s not the point. from a collectors standpoint, the 126660 is a must. it represents what Rolex is all about. Personally, if you love the historical aspect Rolex and their dive watch ethos, you probably understand and respect what this watch represents. And most importantly, if you own one or are thinking of buying one, it looks fantastic on the wrist. I would never sell it. And BTW, this and the Hulk seem to attract the most comments from casual watch lovers. First is always the colour of the dial on both. in the cool light of shade. it's a personal choice and personally, I smile every time it buckle the Cameron up. From a collectors perspective, this piece is a strong hold! When (if) discontinued, this will pay handsomely. LWC, think twice about deep sixing the 126660.

I just got it 2 weeks ago during the Covid-19 period from a premium watch shop and this is my 1st Rolex which I bought for myself and till now I love it so very much. It is very unique compared to all the Submariners that i notice people wearing and I feel it is really me.

It’s a keeper. I just bought mine in December 2019. I love it. It’s one my most complemented watch. My favorite is the dial. The thickness and size, don’t bother me at all. It’s still comfortable to wear.

I really appreciate your videos, as a student i can only affoard a collection of Tissot, Hamilton, seiko and citizen, your special collection really inspires and motivates me!!!

I have no rolexes but im looking to buy this one as my first and only rolex. It looks beautiful and is near indestructible - that's enough for me

Keep it !!! The best steel rolex ever ... not like mainstream Sub or Daytona. I had all three of them and just kept my Deepsea Blue ! Definitely a keeper.

I also have the 126660 James Cameron in my collection. Most people know about the wider bracelet and the new 3235 movement, but one thing most people don't know (including most dealers) is that they made the minutes and seconds hand slightly longer such that they sweep exactly with the indices (vs. the discontinued 116660, which has a slight gap between the tips of the hands and the indices).

That’s a perfect way to describe this watch. I picked this up in February 2020 and it is the only Rolex Dive Watch in the collection. Resonates with me how I told myself I won’t need any other variant/model. Cheers!

I started to look at this watch one year ago. The price was a big obstacle. I always said that never I would cross the US$10K mark for a watch. Your video helped me to decide to pull the trigger. I sold my Submariner and my Milgauss Z blue to get it. So far no regrets whatsoever. This one will go nowhere any time soon. 🙂. My wrist can handle the size easily.

I think it is very unique and more special than a sub. The dome’d Crystal without the cyclops, the gorgeous dial are great and the size make it look modern and sporty. It’s the perfect weekend and holiday watch.

I have the same watch. The extra thick crystal gives it another dimension when you look at it from the side. It’s a keeper for me!

Great vid!!! I bought the 126660 and fell in love with it. Suddenly after wearing this watch my 36 mm rolexes seemed under watched. I sold them and this is my one watch collection and I love it. I will say. The 22 mm bracelet makes a big difference from the 1st gen!! This is the Humvee of wrist watches!!

Keep it.. granted it’s not an everyday wearer but you’re a hardcore real deal Rolex collector particularly when it comes to steel pieces so it would be strange if that JC deepsea was missing.. the dial alone makes it a keeper but it’s also the biggest meanest looking Rolex out there capable of depths other dive watches can only dream about.. this isn’t just a watch it’s a feat of engineering and should sit proud in your collection imo! Love the channel keep up the good work.

I want this chap to talk me to sleep every night with a nice watch story...

No cyclops, means it’s a keeper!

Own this watch. It is bulky, but with that bulk comes beauty and strength. I have it on a Rubber B band and I know it is there but that is part of the fun in owning it. Not an everyday watch, , but great for outside adventures. I am only 5’ 8” and do not feel as if it is too imposing on my wrist.

A beautiful collection, I would just keep the Deepsea in the collection and admire it.A stunning watch !

Engineering wise this is a piece of art! Also love the dial! Rolex will not produce this for 5 years I think so it's also a nice collecting piece.

Definitely its one of the most iconic diver's watch of all time. The science behind the escape valve truly seeks my attention but on the other hand I felt that this is crafted more for an occasional purpose for the fact that the weight of the watch does not suits the daily workings and this might be annoying at times. But after all when you look at the collection this watch definitely owns a place. Thanks for the video @londonwatchcollector ❤

I would keep this beautiful timepiece for the appropriate occasions and events.

Just don't buy Deepsea, if you have pencil wrists. This watch is for real men.

Keep it! I believe that the thickness is what makes it so unique! When you look at someone's wrist from a distance, at that angle where you can see just how thick it really is, it makes an impressionable statement!!👍

The thick heavy deepsea rolex oyster rezimbles the sub that was used during the dive. An iconic symbol in recognition of an amazing dive in history. Keep it in your collection, it is one of a kind. Every time you wear it, the substantial oyster casing is a resemblance of the incredible vessel every time you put it on your wrist.. THANK YOU for sharing.. There's a story behind every timepiece rolex creates and the deepsea is not tobe left out. It is part of history in the making. Treasure the moment..

This deepsea is the first one in my collection (mine is old bracelet version) It's special with very unique gradient dial and very loud size which serves the purpose if you want to be slightly loud with taste Of course I have other pieces including couple PP but this one is just good for everyday use I've been worn it consecutively for 3 years without a problem Yes, it's big but it's also comfortable With this one, I'm not looking at submariner at all I like this one and it will be always in my collection as it's so versatile

Definitely a keeper. My wife bought me one for my birthday last year and it blows me away everytime I get it out of the box.

Great watch my friend! I absolutely adore it. Sold my deep-sea (the old version) and will get the new version soon..dont ever sell it..you will regret it as I do....take care and keep safe!

It's the nicest one coming from Rolex. It's the prettiest mid ranger.

I chose the 126660 as my very first Rolex, and I like it so much I’m looking at an Explorer II for daily wear!!

More like this would be absolutely wonderful, LWC. Very thoughtful assessment and well done video as always-thank you for continuing to share your content with us!

Always gives me a smile when I hear that intro music

I picked mine from my AD just before lockdown and I am still in the honeymoon period. I have worn it every day and love it more and more. We will see how I feel in 6 months.

So glad I bought mine when I did (2016) as I paid £8,250 with a Rolex wallet and watch winder thrown in too! This beast currently costs £10,350...so for once I was in the right place at the right time and I still love this watch, definitely a keeper!

I have 8 watches, I rotate to the next watch every ~4 days. You are right, it’s an awesome feeling each time you move on to the next watch.

I agree. I'm on the list for a James Cameron. When I buy it it will be my only dive watch. Having this and a sub seems redundant.

Really like the One Year Later series. Would love to see it as a regular thing on your channel. Thanks for the vid

Another wonderful video, thank you very much, Sir ! The Deep Sea blue J. Cameron is a really wonderful watch, and the Blue of her dial is almost magical !! I know the feeling very well: "this is THE Rolex diver par excellence !". Although I have 3 more diver-models with the "Crown" in my collection: the James Cameron is just perfect ! My heartbeat rises every time I look at this beautiful watch, even after 2 years. It`s a great Love. Salut, Tom/Germany...

The Sub is an undersized Deepsea!

My favourite channel. Love the passion and dedication you put in this Channel.

Fantastic love your videos

She’s beautiful, a stunning piece.

This is the one you SHOULD keep!!!! I think it looks so much better than the more expensive pieces you have!

how many baby scratches you got on it? i had mine for a week and i alread y have a bunch of hairline scratches

Definitely a great watch for bigger wrists. I’m looking to get one for occasional use when going out. Wouldn’t get one for an everyday watch.

I have been watching for a while, and I could swear in one of your videos you said you were unsure if your were going to keep it because of its size. Am I wrong? Or did you change your mind on how you felt about it? And if so why?

You are very lucky to have two boxes of Watches so enjoy and if you have to make room so be it . Enjoy

As I doubt you need the cash, I’d keep it, it’s a stunner to look at.

Hi! I'm a huge fan of this watch. I hope the James Cameron will be my 1st high end watch. The cost is too high from the grey market but if you ever wish to sell yours to a newbee for a reasonable price, please consider me? Love your channel, hope you're well.

Thank you for you great videos and all your comments. I have owned the same watch but I couldn’t keep it in my collection, the weight was too much and I was feeling the pressure on my wrist on my bones, I wasn’t able to wear it on a daily basis. I loved the blue fading to black and I can say that this was the main reason that made me buy the watch. I didn’t want to keep it in my collection something that I wasn’t going to wear. I wish to see the same dial on submariner which that will be a must buy. Thank you and looking forward to seeing your new posts.

Thank you for sharing your video. I must ask, do you own any Panerai or JLC timepieces? If not what are your opinions on those two brands and will you consider owning a PAM or a JLC? Cheers

Hope you and yours have been safe and well LWC!! Who makes the black watch attaché case that appears at 6:05? Is that Underwood? Always enjoy watching your videos and keep up the good work.

I just found your videos and appreciate the way to develop each of them. I have wanted a Sea-Dweller for many years. I very much appreciate the development of the watch and can't imagine every selling it if I could afford one. I have a severe spinal cord injury that has taken all of my disposable income from me for the past 6 years and probably will for the near future or I would have been able to afford a timepiece like this. Thank you for the video and the others I have watched since finding your channel.

Given your current collection, I understand the challenge around size of this reference, but it looks quite good on your wrist. It will always be a watch that you “occasionally” come back to, but it will never be a staple for you. My recommendation would be: 1) retain it as a watch for occasions or 2) move from your collection and find a better wrist/home for such a beautiful piece.

I have mine since 11 years now, can't say anything wrong with it. I have a bigger wrist and it fits like a charm. Love it.

I will probably never be able to afford one of these, but I appreciate the honesty when you talk about the watch.

My Deepsea is 6 years old I don't baby it it still looks brand new I only wear it for good occasions it's the black dial

Nice review. I got mine in Dec 2019 and I'm still honeymooning! Sure it's thick but I think it's so special. Have my second Rolex Diver coming soon so hopefully do a comparison video 👍🏻

a friend of mine (really big guy) has one of these seepsea's and it looks great on him

Too bad. I think the “ombré” dial makes it a keeper. They will not make another with this configuration. I have the JC-1 version of this watch and you have to adjust the bracelet to a tighter fit so the bulk of the case becomes less evident. Just my opinion and looking forward to seeing your next purchase.

I would keep it because its very different from the rolex subs.

I would keep this watch,, because is my dream watch as of now

I understand your decision. You just said it bothers you because of the thikness. When I had mine, I also was in constantly pain as this watch is not only thick but very heavy and presses on certain spots on your wrist, that can seriously inflame it. That was the reason I just had to get rid of mine, eventhough I iced it out completely with even an skull dial and green smaragds in the bezel. Oh well lesson learned on that one.

Definitely a keeper

KEEP!!! there is nothing out there to even compare it with.

Keeper! I picked up this same model about 3 weeks ago, love it. I also have a two tone sub circa 1990 and a YM 2 blue dial. I don’t see these as an overlap at all. I’m still looking to add GMT 2 Pepsi or Batgirl...haven’t decided yet. Great video!

This and the peps make the perfect week/weekend Rolex combo😎

Its a keeper for sure!

I have a Deeper Sea BLUE watch and I wear a Rolex Rubber bracelet. I bought it second hand and it came with the steel bracelet and this rubber bracelet with the same option to increase the size

Great video! I just acquired a Royal Oak Offshore and have been alternating between these two as both are big and thick watches. I do find the ROO to be more comfortable as it is not as top heavy. But the Deepsea looks smaller on my wrist even though it is 44mm vs 42mm. Even though you have many Rolex dive watches, I think you should keep this watch as it is quite different from SD and Hulk. It is much "louder" and tank like even comparing to a SD43. BTW, any intention on getting a ROO? I would love to see a review of ROO from you.

Amazing channel. Where you bought that watch box?

This Deepsea is an absolutely keeper, maybe for your wrist not an everyday watch, but you‘ll regret a lot when Rolex discontinue this guy one day. By the way, I hope to get mine before the summer starts, cheers for your Friday night surprise.

Really enjoy your content!!! Always look forward to your notifications!!!

you hit the nail in the head; makes sense as your 1 and only dive/sports watch, hard to position it in a bigger collection such as yours

Thanks for this great video. It is valuable hearing your perspectives on ownership of this Rolex after a year.

Can you do a similar review but for the Sky Dweller? I bought the 126660 earlier this year from the Dealer and still havent worn it. I am seriously thinking about selling it and getting the Blue 326934. It is killing me trying to decide. I love the Deep Sea, but can't have both.

i have a deepsea 116660 and i love it, but personally i find the thickness kinda of pleasurable since it really shows the watches real intention of being a serious diving watch compared to a normal sub

I had the same problem, took the JC DS back to the AD after two weeks and was allowed to swap it for a Sub and the rest as a voucher. Thanks for the good honest review! 👍

Don’t see the 50th anniversary see dweller in the first box? Are you still happy with that one? I have this one and although I do not have a large wrist, I love this one because of the thinner lugs and the details in the color.

Nice to see an up load on a Friday evening nice surprise, I understand your feeling on the thick ness of the watch but having said that the blue dial fading from top of the dial to the bottom in the day light looks superb think just on that note you should leave it in the collection and enjoy it from time to time . Another great up load enjoy the weekend people .

I understand your feelings. It's a heavy watch and "relatively " big compared to other rolex dive watches. But other rolex dive watches go only to 300-1220 meter. This beast goes down to 3900m. Fair ro say, that only comparison should be with the PloProf, just to get a feeling what "big" means. Dont get me wrong, I would love to own both, the SDDS and the PloProf, no question. They are both remarkable. I have choosen the SDDS. I do hope to get it this year.

Great vid. I adore my SDDS Blue. Keep yours - it’s different - that makes it special.

I like how you’ve put the watches by the respective books!

I almost bought this watch but it just looked too big. Have to admit that I regret not pulling the trigger on it. I'm sure it would have grown on me.

Thank you for all the videos; very enjoyable. I followed your recommendation last time and brought Bennett Winch watch roller. I received it yesterday and its just lovely. Regarding the DeepSea I have same feeling like you do, but I think its definitely a KEEP. It reflects the technology of Rolex and it looks very good in short sleeve especially in summer, of course the blue to black is elegant and conservative. Your Submariner Collection won’t be complete without the DeepSea. Thanks again

Thank u very much for the great video. Been looking for a proper detailed video and urs is the one. Just checked out of a hotel in dubai and while staying there I checked a rolex store. All the watches people talking about (pepsi, batman, hulk, Daytona, and Starbucks) are not possible to order. I had a submariner that I purchased 2002 with black dial I love this watch and I gave it to my dad. I'm not a watch guy but I like to wear a nice watch for special occasions. In 2012 I purchased tag heuer monaco calibre 36. When I first saw this watch I fell In right away. The black titanium and blue and orange strip the looks from fron and back the mechanism. Its bulky but it fits my wrist fine. My wrist is 19 cm in circumference. The only thing that bothers me is the scratches that can not be repaired because of the black titanium. And the alligator strap (leather and hot weather doesnt mix) so decided to go back and purchase another rolex. Since all the watches with hype ain't available the guy offered me this watch your reviewing he told me it's possible to order and it would cost around $14,000 USD he said with my wrist size and wide shoulders the watch will look good. Would love to hear your opinion before I order the watch. They dont have it in the showroom so I couldn't try it. Is it too heavy for a daily watch? I just love the colors and the blend of blue and black. I read about it and realized that in 2018 they released a second version the one u have and it has wider traps made it smaller 44mm with some weight reduction. Do u think in the near future they will release a newer version with smaller size say maybe 43 or 42 mm? With the same depth capability? Is it a good investment for the future ? Ur opinion is greatly appreciated.

I actually love wearing this watch despite my small 6.5 inch wrist. But I sold it off after a few months cos I somehow managed to get 2 minor dents on the left edge of the case even though I was careful with it. It’s just too thick for someone who likes to maintain his watches in mint condition.

Hello LWC. Love the James Cameron 👍. Have u got any pieces in quarantine?

It's a keeper for me, it's one of my grail watches along with the two tone deep sea. If your not feeling it I'd probably flip it, or if your feeling really generous 😀 you could always send it my way... great vid, as always. 👍stay safe.

I had the opportunity to buy one from my AD but passed, I held out and went with my Datejust, 41 blue with fluted bezel. I've got my eyes on a bluesy later this year.

I almost forgot. I think you should do a video on how to open the diver extension on the Deep Sea and Sea- Dweller. No one else has made one, except on the older Rolexes with the “press the circle logo” on the dive extension clasp.

Hi, I have a question, do you know something about a brand called Perini? I had looking for information about it and theres´s no much on internet, congratulations for your videos, regards.

Deepsea definitely worth it

I‘m literally addicted to your channel 😂👍🏽

I have one (about a year in september) and I absolutely love the dial which is why I will keep mine, however I agree that it can get very heavy and sometimes even get in the way so it's not for everyday...it is a good and tough watch though and has withstood a lot of my watch-abusive behavior. With your collection of watches it might not be as wearable or might even be redundant but it stands out amongst the gmts and subs one usually sees and I appreciate that.

Best Rolex Sports watch.

i am so jealous of your collection . it is fantastic The James Cameron is one of my grail watches . love your reviews, keep them coming

I think the James Cameron would be my Rolex watch when I get one. I'm going for a Seamaster next, but want to own a Rolex one day. Holy grail watch is a Nautilus 5711-1A.

the thickness of the watch makes it distinctive than other rolex watches.

Thank you.

Luckily this is the first Rolex I bought and you are right. I don’t think I need to buy another one. I like diver watches to have the thickness and the weight on my 71/3” wrist and this fits the bill perfectly.

I own the deep sea dweller. Not the James Cameron but the 126660 3235. It's my first rolex. I started researching rolex watches about 2 months ago and decided to buy the deep sea dweller as my first rolex because it was so big with the 44mm diameter. I tried on the 43mm 40mm and 39mm Air King. They all felt and looked small on my wrist. Well the 43mm was ok. I'm 210lbs 5'10" I never measured my wrist I just went with what I felt good and looked good according to me. I'm a truck driver in the US and I've been wearing it every day. It dosen't feel too heavy. It's been 2 weeks now but I don't think I'll stop wearing it. The 44mm is the only size I want to stick with. The rest look like a women's watch on me. So small. The James Cameron will sit in a safe for obvious reasons and the DSea dweller will sit on my wrist.