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Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce some recommended watches!
Today we'll be comparing the old and new Deep Blue.
Deep Blue, a new model was announced in 2018.
They look almost the same, but there are some clear differences.
Let me introduce you to...
By the way, the photo on the left is
On the right is the new Ref. 126660 (stamped September 2018), and on the right is the older Ref. 116660 (stamped May 2018).
Let's start by looking at the dial!
*The top is the current model and the bottom is the older model.
○Crown mark at 6 o'clock
The current model has the SWISS MADE at 6 o'clock.
It has
the "crown mark" which is proof of the new caliber.
You can see the difference at a glance by looking here!
[New Caliber 3235] Models equipped
Rolex patented technology is introduced,
- Achieves a power reserve of approximately 70 hours
〇Calendar dates can be adjusted at any time
High magnetic resistance
Impact resistance
This is a significant improvement over the previous model.
*The top is the current model and the bottom is the older model.
○Logo at 12 o'clock
The font is clearly thicker on the current model.
*Depending on the year of the old model, there may be older models with bold font.
*The top is the current model and the bottom is the older model.
○Five-line notation
The five-line notation looks the same, but
If you look closely, you will notice that the thickness of the “SEA-DWELLER” logo is different.
The current model is thicker.
*Depending on the year of the old model, there may be older models with bold font.
*The top is the current model and the bottom is the older model.
○ Font of "ORIGINAL GAS ESCAPE VALVE" on the inside of the bezel
If you look closely, you can see differences in the font.
*The top is the current model and the bottom is the older model.
Overall, there are differences,
I think
the “S” in GAS is relatively easy to understand.
*The current model is on the left and the old model is on the right.
○Differences in lug width, bracelet and buckle
This is a big difference between the old and the new.
The current lug width is wider.
with this,
*The current model is on the left and the old model is on the right.
The new model has a bracelet and
*The current model is on the left and the old model is on the right.
The buckle is obviously thicker.
*The current model is on the left and the old model is on the right.
The bracelet is thicker and more balanced.
The wearing comfort has been improved.
*The top is the current model and the bottom is the older model.
○Width of crown guard
Upon closer inspection, we notice that the width of the crown guard on the current model is narrower.
What did you think?
At first glance, these two look the same,
When compared, a clear difference was observed.
The big difference is,
○Caliber change
○ The dial features a crown mark
○Bracelet and buckle become thicker
These are the three points!
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Commit Ginza Executive Advisor
Tsuyoshi Kaneko
