Why The Blue Rolex Sky-Dweller is Still One of the Best Luxury Watches in 2023 

I do really like the mint green. I had seen it on DJ's prior and wasn't that excited about it but, seeing it on the SD - somehow it just works so well. Enjoy that piece. Thanks for stopping by the video!

Is it possible (if someone wanted to) switch the band to rubber and back?

The DJ has the mint green dial, but the Skydweller just wears that green so much better. I like the SD in mint green dial more than the blue dial now.

I think there are several that are. Some of the secondary market prices for sure I agree are way too high. But even a Datejust or a Daytona at retail I think are worth it. Sky Dweller holds its own regardless in my opinion, given the complications.

There are still some timeless pieces. And they're experimenting which I appreciate also. The titanium YM, the new 1908. SD is for sure on the bigger side of things but, in terms of value I think it's still a great piece for the technology you get inside. Quality, for sure that's consistent across the board. Thanks for the comment man!

That makes sense!

Thanks for the question! I can't say that I have a scale to actually measure it, but if I have to guess, I'd say removing the bracelet honestly takes about half the weight off the watch, because the Rubber B strap is very light. The standard weight of the piece on bracelet is about 175 grams, so I may estimate without the bracelet maybe 100? But that's just a rough estimate. Sorry for not being able to provide a more accurate number on that.

@@williamumbach592 yes, rivaled in complexity only by the Yacht Master II. I love the piece of Rubber B, I actually prefer it over factory bracelet. Thanks for the comment man!

Thanks for the comment! I was actually very close to going for the WG blue dial Cellini (50519) before my JLC limited edition came along. If I didn't have that I honestly think the Cellini might be my next pick.

@@williamumbach592 agreed my friend. Brilliant engineering, for all the folks who say Rolex doesn't innovate or take risks. They continue to prove that idea wrong, especially with some of the recent new dials and the 1908.

Hey thanks for stopping by the video, I appreciate the feedback. Glad you enjoyed the review!

I do love the white dial versions of this piece also, from SS to two-tone, to rose gold on Oysterflex. It's just a gorgeous piece. Thanks for the comment!

Yes, all about different preferences on these things. Get a YM2! I have the SS version and I love it! Haha

TT white on oyster is another version I was looking at. SD is really a perfect dress piece honestly, super versatile. And yes, for the money with the functionality you get it's tough to beat. Cheers, thanks for the comment!

It IS a bit larger, yes. If you like the overall look and feel, Rolex also has the Datejust 41 that gives you everything except the annual calendar/dual time function. That wears more comfortably on a smaller wrist size!

Yes, it would be pre-owned absolutely. But you can find them in great shape, some with box and papers. The white seems to be lowest, or two tone. Thanks for stopping by the video!

Thanks for the comment! Both are great watches, I do like the Batman but haven't gone after one yet. Currently have this and the YM2...if I were to look at a next Rolex it would probably be the YM40 rodium dial, I love the tiny blue accents on it and the platinum bezel looks amazing. As always, these are the dangers of getting into watches, there's continually another one to have 😂😂 hope you get your Pepsi soon, post a review - it's a beautiful watch!

The best thing about the watch world, is that everyone gets to wear their watches exactly how they prefer 🙂 I do like it on bracelet as well, but I LOVE it on Rubber B. Cheers!

All I can say is don’t knock it till you try it. I just wish Rubber B would attach the strap so you could continue to use the “easy link” extension.

Thank you! And yes, the mint is also lovely. I'm sure they will be equally difficult to obtain for quite a while. Appreciate you stopping by the video!

Same here!

Yes, one of the best alternative straps in my opinion. And for Rolex they integrate so nicely as the bracelets do.

@@Tmcde1 it's such a great and versatile watch. Plays well in both dress and sport situations. And yes, the Rubber B band suits it well! Thanks for the comment! rubberb.com/rolex-watch-band-products/sky-dweller-on-oyster-bracelet?selected-color=82

I think it looks just fine where it is 😁

For sure depending on wrist size and also personal preference, DJ makes a lot of sense. Also especially given you can configure them to look nearly identical to the SD models for the most part. So congrats on the DJ!

@@JamesCarian Thanks. When I collected my DJ the AD had a SS SD blue face on a bracelet. I really loved the look of the watch but again just to bulky. He's getting me a no date Sub as a consolation. Its a nice first world problem to have.

@@davidowen2859 it sure is haha I gave up on AD's long ago, it would have been great to be offered anything as consolation when I was looking for this piece! They told me they thought it was being discontinued when I first asked.

@@JamesCarian Lost my AD of 35 years about a year ago because he lost the franchise after 103 years. So I had to start over again. When in reality I could have had any watch I simply didn't ask, more fool me. Strange feeling having to prove yourself to strangers again at my age. However after a few miserable visits to rude AD's finally found a good one and hoping to build another long term relationship. To the rude AD's who dismissed me my wife tells me its like pretty woman. They missed out on loads of business. Enjoy your watches.

It hurts my soul that you sold such a beautiful piece 😂 but I do understand, if you're someone who prefers smaller sized watches and have small wrists, I get it. Do you have a favorite piece in your collection?

@@JamesCarian Yes : Daytona 116509 blu dial and gmt meteorite dial. Saving for the 509 soon might need sell one or two pieces then top up :)

@@singflorent both are gorgeous picks. I could see myself doing the rhodium dial YM 40, or a mint green SD if I can find one.

Hey I appreciate the support Jim, as always! See you on the next TTWTM 🙂

Thank you man! I appreciate the comment, it continues to be one of my favorites as well 🙂

Nah that doesn't make sense. Mine is an oyster, but lug spacing is the same on both oyster and jubilee, and it connects to the clasp in the same way. Look at any jubilee review of the watch online and you can see it. Rubber B will still work with jubilee.

@@JamesCarian thanks for the reply. I will order one for mine. Love the blue/ blue combination you have there.

@@xmagnusx3605 appreciate that. Rubber B nailed the color of the dial with this strap. Sometimes it's tough to find that and it's like a slightly different color, just doesn't have the same effect. But when the strap perfectly matches the dial... 🔥🔥🔥

@@JamesCarian indeed, what I love most is that it become so much more sporty looking compared to jubilee bracelet.

@@xmagnusx3605 100% agree, and yet it maintains that elegance which is just always there with Rolex. It's a great combo.

But then it would be a Datejust (basically)! 🙂

@@JamesCarian it's already considered by many a super datejust. I only made my statements because it's not a professional series Rolex so it needn't be so blocky...same as the now defunct Milgauss (for blockiness 😂). I just think it would be more popular (and wearable) if it was made smaller and less thick. I owned a sky dweller so I speak from experience 😀

@@JinxPalm2023 I wouldn't have it any other way. The dial setup/layout was what initially attracted me to the watch. And I think even though it is bigger yes, it's not blocky like the prior model subs etc, it's got a curvier, more elegant case style. Agree to disagree on this one 🙂

@@JamesCarian yea, over the years, I've collected various models from the Rolex lineup and have now come to the conclusion I prefer daydate 40s. I'm hoping to add an eisenkeisel to my now small collection one day 💯

@@JinxPalm2023 the DDs are beautiful for sure. Lots of great color combos with the different metals, even how the indices can look different. And yeah some of those stone dials are incredible! I hope you land one! Though rare, I don't get the sense that the eisenkeisel ones were as popular so maybe that helps your chances.

I've honestly never tried on a DJ but in terms of dimensions, the SD is about 2mm thicker, maybe 3mm more lug to lug, and slightly larger diameter case. I personally love the feel of this watch! And I have smaller wrists so, for most people I'm sure it's a comfortable fit. Even when I've worn it on the bracelet it didn't feel overwhelming for me.

@@JamesCarian Brilliant. Thanks for the perspective! Torn between the Skydweller in jubilee with mint green or bright blue, or the Dayjust 41 in the same. Biggest thing here is just size. Like the low profile of the latter, and the complication of the former.

@@mek2350 I feel you, that is the exact same thing I was considering before I decided on the Sky Dweller, I was looking at doing a blue DJ41. They are both beautiful watches, I think I liked that the SD was a little more interesting with the ring command bezel & had the annual calendar. But - the DJ would save you some money for sure haha. I also really like the mint green, I was excited to see the new SD release in that color. For a second I considered trying to get one and trading this in but, I don't know that I could ever part with the blue. I'm finding a lot of variations of the color in my collection, it's kind of becoming a theme.

I purchased it with the SS Oyster bracelet (they offer the Jubilee on it now as well) and then I swapped that out with the Rubber B. I'm using the factory clasp though, Rubber B doesn't offer Rolex-style clasps that I've seen, only pin buckles on some bands. But they're pretty easy to swap out, just have to play with the fit a bit because the Rubber B doesn't attach to the EasyLink system, that gets removed when you take the bracelet off.

@@JamesCarian Thanks. Nice job. It looks great. I enjoy your videos.

@@davidelliott948 hey thank you I appreciate that! I definitely mean what I say about the journey, never expected any of this (other watches, making videos, etc.) before buying that first one! Just enjoying it and having fun. Are you on your own collecting journey as well?

@@JamesCarian Yes. A lot of the fun is in the hunt. My first was a Tudor Black Bay, followed by an AP Royal Oak Chrono, Arnold & Son Globetrotter, and IWC Pilot Chrono. On waiting list for Datejust 41 with mint green dial.

@@davidelliott948 that's awesome! And heck yes the mint green is great, I am coming to enjoy it almost as much as their blue dials.

Hey thanks man!

Appreciate you man. I've seen a few posts floating around on social with pictures/video, to me the dial almost looks the same color as this one, but that could be just because of the contrast of color to the rose gold. I'm with ya, I'll pay an AD just to see one in person 😂 what Rubber B did you pick up/for what watch?

@@JamesCarian I got the “espresso brown” for my Tudor 925. Been wanting a more summer look for that watch as it came on the leather strap. Couldn’t ask for better quality and comfort. Totally agree with you

@@michaelfierman3256 I love it, almost like a dark beige bezel/dial? It's a really interesting color on that watch.

@@JamesCarian yeah the whole look is grey/brown which really sets off against the sterling silver case. One of my favorite watches.

@@michaelfierman3256 that's killer man. Glad you're enjoying the Rubber B! I love the color and the black accents on the side of that strap. Is the Tudor your latest pickup, or the one and only? Or what else is in the mix for your collection?

Hey thanks for the comment! Appreciate you stopping by the video. There are many watches to love out there but the SD is one of my all-time favorites.

The clasp? I am using the factory one here, so when you change the bracelet out you simply remove the clasp and then attach the Rubber B strap onto it.

But where do you get the factory clasp I can’t find it anywhere on eBay nor chrono

@@990v6 it's the one that comes with the watch. It's not a separate one. You remove the clasp from the bracelet when you install the Rubber B strap. Does that make sense?

thank you it does however, i guess my question is a different one. where can one buy the clasp on its own. cheers @@JamesCarian

@@990v6 from my understanding you won't find a clasp on its own (unless eBay, etc) but you could buy a full bracelet including clasp from a Rolex AD.