Originally Posted by
paskinner
The sd4000 was a poor seller; the SD43 seems to sell strongly. Buyers in general prefer it. And, I think, with good reason, the 4000 is a bit ‘toppy’ because the ration of width to depth is inferior,compared with the 43, which in my experience, sits better on the wrist.
Then we get the cyclops; Rolex made it clear that the lack of the cyclops was because technology wasn’t up to it. Now it is and the 43 joins the other members of the range in having a date you can easily see.
Finally, for me, the 43 is a more interesting dial to look at.
The 4000 will always do well, in the way short-run models often do, but it won’t compete with the 43mm in the real test.....retail sales. Because, I believe, it is the less interesting watch unless you have very small wrists, when the depth will make it look a bit unbalanced.