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Old 19 May 2020, 04:02 AM   #1
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Would you like a Day Date in steel?
I don't think it will ever be possible, but would you like a Day Date in steel?
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:03 AM   #2
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:04 AM   #3
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No. I would be devastated if they ever did that.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:06 AM   #4
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They did it years ago, in the 50s I think. Very rare.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:07 AM   #5
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Yes, a steel day date would be ideal.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:09 AM   #6
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No, it would be the end of the world.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:13 AM   #7
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Leave that to Tudor.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:15 AM   #8
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:16 AM   #9
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They did it years ago, in the 50s I think. Very rare.
I did not know it. Does anyone have any images?
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They did it years ago, in the 50s I think. Very rare.
Although the first DD was launched way back in 1956 and was the first watch to display the day and date.If I remember it was around 1976 they did make a few SS prototypes but no ref number or serials on cases,as they were never manufactured for commercial purposes, but I believe one or two have made it to the commercial market, now they are really true rare Rolex watches.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:20 AM   #12
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I did not know it. Does anyone have any images?
Found this: https://monochrome-watches.com/more-...6611-in-steel/
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:20 AM   #13
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theres like 4 of them, as mentioned in the Davide/John Goldberger, hodinkee video.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:20 AM   #14
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100% not. DD is PM on a President bracelet or it’s not a DD.

While we’re at it, the President bracelet shouldn’t be an option for other watches (eg Sky Dweller) either.


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Old 19 May 2020, 04:21 AM   #15
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No way. This watch is the crown of The Crown and should be PM only
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:22 AM   #16
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I don't think it will ever be possible, but would you like a Day Date in steel?
The DD "President" can't and should not be but a PM watch.Anything else can.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:22 AM   #17
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Although the first DD was launched way back in 1956 and was the first watch to display the day and date.If I remember it was around 1976 they did make a few SS prototypes but no ref number or serials on cases,as they were never manufactured for commercial purposes, but I believe one or two have made it to the commercial market, now they are really true rare Rolex watches.
Here's one from the 70s, as you describe: https://www.phillips.com/detail/rolex/CH080218/25
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They make tool watches like the Sub and GMT in gold. Why not go the other direction and make the ultimate PM Rolex in SS?
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That would be cool to have an old one.....but let the new ones stay in
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No, it would be the end of the world.
I probably agree.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:27 AM   #21
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Very interesting. Thank you.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:28 AM   #22
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They make tool watches like the Sub and GMT in gold. Why not go the other direction and make the ultimate PM Rolex in SS?

It’s the Crown of the Crown. You don’t make Crowns out of steel.


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Old 19 May 2020, 04:29 AM   #23
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:29 AM   #24
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Another vote for "Wouldn't want to see that happen." Although most DD owners will likely share the same sentiment.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:30 AM   #25
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:35 AM   #26
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I might be interested to buy a 36MM Day Date with smooth bezel. Gold, steel, or two tone is o.k., so long as it's 36MM with a smooth bezel.
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You mean a steel Dayjust with a day complication for an extra $10-20k? Why? No thanks!
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:49 AM   #28
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The DD will always be PM, as it should be.
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:52 AM   #29
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Old 19 May 2020, 04:52 AM   #30
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The thought of this made me feel a little nauseous
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