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miamiclay · 13 June 2023, 11:39 PM

So, our hypothetical is this - You’ve decided to buy a Stella dial 1803/9 DD. You’ve decided you want a white gold 1803 with a “Kelly” green Stella dial. (Your name is Gates, or Walton, or Bezos, etc. - Neither price nor resale are a factor.)

For purposes of this inquiry, we’ll assume further (contra-factual) matters - I.e., we’ll take it as a given that the cases, hands, movements, bracelets, bezels, service history, etc. are all identical. Further, assume the condition of the two Stella dials is identical (also, both are black text “rail” dials).

Your only remaining decision is - Diamond dial or baton dial? Which *look* do you prefer?
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carwashchris · 13 June 2023, 11:45 PM

BATON , I prefer the cleaner look. Chris

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Ristretto · 14 June 2023, 12:01 AM

Diamonds are forever.

lupus66 · 14 June 2023, 12:03 AM

Diamanten

southtexas · 14 June 2023, 12:11 AM

Batons. In my opinion the diamonds distract from the feature, being the dial itself.

cowboy music · 14 June 2023, 12:28 AM

Batons. Very rarely do I think diamonds look good on the dial.

Kingface66 · 14 June 2023, 12:49 AM

Diamonds…if you need to ostentatiously declare thy you’re wearing a gaudy Rolex when you enter the room.
Batons….if you’ve got nothing to prove and have taste.

fmc000 · 14 June 2023, 01:19 AM

Diamonds, not even close IMHO.

TimeLord2 · 14 June 2023, 01:42 AM

I know for a fact my sister would prefer the diamonds over the batons. I on the other hand, prefer the batons. Diamonds might be forever but they would not last long on my wrist.

TuRo · 14 June 2023, 02:38 AM

Personally batons by far....as I'm not a diamond geezer in any sense of the term.

swaini3 · 14 June 2023, 04:40 AM

Batons for me, for this eg.

foxytimes · 14 June 2023, 04:59 AM

I don't know. The diamonds look tempting. But if the sunlight hits the batons the contrast to the stella color dial might be unbeatable...

MrBlobby · 14 June 2023, 05:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TuRo

Personally batons by far....as I'm not a diamond geezer in any sense of the term.

What is a diamond geezer (non Rolex sense)?

DD58 · 14 June 2023, 05:41 AM

Diamonds it just looks so much more complex with the beautiful green dial just a boom factor

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crowncollection · 14 June 2023, 07:49 AM

Diamond dial for sure

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BigBlue1 · 14 June 2023, 08:40 AM

Diamonds.

zapokee · 14 June 2023, 09:21 AM

Batons for me, please.

I enjoy the stark simplicity, like a Japanese Zen rock garden.

For me, diamonds would be like hand-brake skidding a 911 into the garden. Beautifully raked gravel flying everywhere.

KY.. · 14 June 2023, 10:26 AM

Complete the look with a diamond dial for sure…

Avs Fan · 14 June 2023, 10:49 AM

I've never seen one, but based on these photos I'd choose the diamond dial.

derek001 · 14 June 2023, 11:37 AM

I prefer it with Diamonds, it actually makes it look unique.

htm998 · 14 June 2023, 01:49 PM

I wouldn't hesitate to go with the batons.

Boopie · 15 June 2023, 12:59 PM

Baton.

watchmaniacgollumfox · 16 June 2023, 02:44 AM

When it comes to that Stella dial, the choice between diamonds and batons is all about your vibe. Diamonds bring that flashy bling, while batons keep it sleek and classy.

TuRo · 16 June 2023, 02:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrBlobby

What is a diamond geezer (non Rolex sense)?

I'm guessing you are under 40 sir and from UK - A diamond geezer is a UK term from the 80/90s, for a self assured bloke (or geezer) from the London area. It's typically used by the mildly nefarious or criminal fraternity for a sort of very showy but reliable bloke .... of which I am probably neither

actionkwj · 17 June 2023, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southtexas

Batons. In my opinion the diamonds distract from the feature, being the dial itself.

^this!

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miamiclay · 18 June 2023, 04:16 AM

I chose batons - I do have some sparkly bits, but prefer batons on a Stella, especially with a fluted bezel. I might prefer diamonds on an 1802 or other smooth bezel reference.

With my vote, batons lead diamonds 12-9 (with a few abstentions). I’m a little bit surprised, it seems that Rolex made most Stellas with diamonds.

(Obviously, I should’ve just made this a poll … )

carwashchris · 20 August 2024, 01:05 AM

The other factor, ( now in hindsight ) is diamonds create another spot for small hair line cracks to form. You picked the right one Clay.

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DarknerImperator · 20 August 2024, 10:54 PM

Diamonds for ever....

Incroyable12 · 21 August 2024, 03:48 AM

Was there ever a factory all baguette Stella?

Dr.Smellody · 21 August 2024, 04:33 AM

Go big! �� Diamonds

14 June 2023, 12:01 AM	#3
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14 June 2023, 12:11 AM	#5
southtexas 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,731	Stella dial - Diamonds or batons? Batons. In my opinion the diamonds distract from the feature, being the dial itself. __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

14 June 2023, 12:49 AM	#7
Kingface66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: The Empire State Watch: Many Posts: 3,447	Diamonds…if you need to ostentatiously declare thy you’re wearing a gaudy Rolex when you enter the room. Batons….if you’ve got nothing to prove and have taste. __________________

14 June 2023, 02:38 AM	#10
TuRo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Real Name: Paul Location: Cantabrigia - G.B Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 2,725	Personally batons by far....as I'm not a diamond geezer in any sense of the term. __________________ As silent as car lights that move across this room As cold as our bodies silhouetted by the moon I would lie awake and wonder, Is it just me or this the way love is supposed to be? THE THE - Kingdom of Rain.

14 June 2023, 04:59 AM	#12
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13 June 2023, 11:45 PM	#2
carwashchris 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Ohio Watch: Vintage DD'S Posts: 858	BATON , I prefer the cleaner look. Chris Sent from my SM-S908U using Tapatalk

14 June 2023, 12:03 AM	#4
lupus66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: holland Posts: 296	Diamanten

14 June 2023, 12:28 AM	#6
cowboy music "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Texas Watch: 5513 Posts: 133	Batons. Very rarely do I think diamonds look good on the dial.

14 June 2023, 01:19 AM	#8
fmc000 Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Fabio Location: Como - Italy Posts: 4,811	Diamonds, not even close IMHO.

14 June 2023, 01:42 AM	#9
TimeLord2 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Valencia, CA Watch: GMT Master 1675/3 Posts: 2,151	I know for a fact my sister would prefer the diamonds over the batons. I on the other hand, prefer the batons. Diamonds might be forever but they would not last long on my wrist.

14 June 2023, 04:40 AM	#11
swaini3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Mo Location: Dubai Watch: 1675 GMT, DRSD Posts: 1,449	Batons for me, for this eg.

14 June 2023, 05:41 AM	#14
DD58 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: USA Posts: 394	Diamonds it just looks so much more complex with the beautiful green dial just a boom factor Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 June 2023, 07:49 AM	#15
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,186	Diamond dial for sure Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

14 June 2023, 08:40 AM	#16
BigBlue1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Webmaster Location: Space Watch: it pal ! Posts: 2,956	Diamonds. __________________ " Even I don't wake up looking like Cindy Crawford". Cindy Crawford Hypochondria is the only disease I haven't got RIP Mikey

14 June 2023, 09:21 AM	#17
zapokee "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Japan Posts: 4,361	Batons for me, please. I enjoy the stark simplicity, like a Japanese Zen rock garden. For me, diamonds would be like hand-brake skidding a 911 into the garden. Beautifully raked gravel flying everywhere.

14 June 2023, 10:26 AM	#18
KY.. 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Real Name: Keith Location: California Watch: 60s to 90s Posts: 1,299	Complete the look with a diamond dial for sure… __________________ Just an admirer/enthusiast of vintage Rolex/Heuer/Zenith/Breitling/Hamilton watches since the 80’s… ”I Do Love The Details, But I Can Choose If I Accept The Flaws…”

14 June 2023, 10:49 AM	#19
Avs Fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,469	I've never seen one, but based on these photos I'd choose the diamond dial.

14 June 2023, 11:37 AM	#20
derek001 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: USA Posts: 89	I prefer it with Diamonds, it actually makes it look unique.

14 June 2023, 01:49 PM	#21
htm998 Banned Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: USA Posts: 50	I wouldn't hesitate to go with the batons.

15 June 2023, 12:59 PM	#22
Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,892	Baton.

16 June 2023, 02:44 AM	#23
watchmaniacgollumfox "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: Australia Posts: 16	When it comes to that Stella dial, the choice between diamonds and batons is all about your vibe. Diamonds bring that flashy bling, while batons keep it sleek and classy.

18 June 2023, 04:16 AM	#26
miamiclay 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: 33139/95460 Posts: 1,348	I chose batons - I do have some sparkly bits, but prefer batons on a Stella, especially with a fluted bezel. I might prefer diamonds on an 1802 or other smooth bezel reference. With my vote, batons lead diamonds 12-9 (with a few abstentions). I’m a little bit surprised, it seems that Rolex made most Stellas with diamonds. (Obviously, I should’ve just made this a poll … )

20 August 2024, 01:05 AM	#27
carwashchris 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Ohio Watch: Vintage DD'S Posts: 858	The other factor, ( now in hindsight ) is diamonds create another spot for small hair line cracks to form. You picked the right one Clay. Sent from my SM-S908U using Tapatalk

20 August 2024, 10:54 PM	#28
DarknerImperator "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Francesco Location: Italy Posts: 96	Diamonds for ever....

21 August 2024, 03:48 AM	#29
Incroyable12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 1,076	Was there ever a factory all baguette Stella?

21 August 2024, 04:33 AM	#30
Dr.Smellody "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Salem, OR Posts: 5,331	Go big! �� Diamonds

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