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caryyee · 4 October 2012, 01:27 PM

My 36mm Plat DD feels more 'dense' than my all gold GMT and Daytona, but in terms of 'weight', there is little appreciable difference between them. The DSSD is a beast, that wears to uncomfortably for me as the weight distribution isn't right for me, whereas the DD feels great.

I'm now so use to the weight of my gold and plat models that my SS models seem featherlight and unsubstantial ... :(

tom2517 · 4 October 2012, 01:35 PM

You get used to it. I can hardly tell between my PT DD II and my Citizen.

Cesium133 · 4 October 2012, 01:59 PM

Funny this was posted, because I just had a conversation with a colleague about the weight of platinum watches yesterday. I've never tried one on but now I have to see what all the fuss is about. In general, the heavier the watch the better, IMO. I have found you get used to it quickly and miss the weight when it's not there.

alanc · 1 November 2012, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Monte Cristo

The dangers of platinum...

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you'll just have to buy two - one for each wrist!

kgglonghorn · 1 November 2012, 12:49 PM

Plat DD is probably not something you will wear every day. Pull the trigger and save it for work or for evenings out. Then it will be a real treat when you wear it. Surely there is something else you can find to wear at other times. Personally, GMT is the daily wear and the DD is something I reserve for nights out, etc. Then I really appreciate the extra weight.

andyboy39 · 1 November 2012, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Monte Cristo

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Lol..

Vincent65 · 1 November 2012, 05:50 PM

work-boots, loafers, sneakers - we can wear them all! The heaviest thing about platinum is the price-tag.

ronbo710 · 1 November 2012, 07:51 PM

Whoa!! I guess it better go on this wrist for a while :) ...

Chris B · 1 November 2012, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ronbo710

Whoa!! I guess it better go on this wrist for a while :) ...

Great pic Ron

Gaijin · 1 November 2012, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ronbo710

Whoa!! I guess it better go on this wrist for a while :) ...

Wow! Nicely done Ron.

Brushpup · 1 November 2012, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by nick c

Platinum better then gold

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Originally Posted by DSJ

It's currently cheaper than gold (by weight) right now, too!

Platinum, the Rich Man's Gold.

I love PT beyond measure.

ronbo710 · 2 November 2012, 02:08 AM

Thanks Guys :). Actually it DOES feel different in a BIG way wearing it over on the other side.I guess because I use my right arm more. You guys with the Platinum DDII have my utmost respect. I can't imagine wielding another 10-20 grams around without being in the on deck circle lol. Cheers -Ron

TimeOnMyHands · 2 November 2012, 02:16 AM

From my experiences wearing large and or heavy watches -- ensuring that the fit of the bracelet -- the correct snugness if you will -- is achieved. Otherwise the weight will move it about when ever you raise/lower your arm and or through athletic endeavors. Once fitted so it moves less -- comfort is achieved.

Manofsteelpt · 2 November 2012, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by TimeOnMyHands

From my experiences wearing large and or heavy watches -- ensuring that the fit of the bracelet -- the correct snugness if you will -- is achieved. Otherwise the weight will move it about when ever you raise/lower your arm and or through athletic endeavors. Once fitted so it moves less -- comfort is achieved.

I agree with this 100%... As for the Pt DD, it needs a half link as mentioned above, or a bracelet with micro adjustments

ronbo710 · 2 November 2012, 02:43 AM

Quite possible. I wear mine slightly loose but it doesn't move all over the place. Check out this vid of Placido Domingo and look how loose his is!! Cheers -Ron http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7m70j63-hr0

Micha · 2 November 2012, 02:59 AM

no DSSD for you....

Chris B · 2 November 2012, 03:07 AM

Great vid Ron, thanks for sharing.

I wear mine slightly loose too and as you say, it doesn't move around much.
Even in the vid, loose as it was Placido Domingo's watch seemed to dutifully sit there.

jctrolex · 2 November 2012, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Monte Cristo

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This guy must be a south paw he wears his watch on the right wrist

ROGERWILCO357 · 2 November 2012, 05:19 AM

Love the precious metals but after a looong day the classic stainless steel feels the best to me I love to wear the gold and platinum only on special occassions and or 8-10 hours at a time after that it does get a little heavy and uncomfortable. But I am older now so could just be that lol..either way love the precious metals love them...

2 November 2012, 02:59 AM	#46
Micha "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: S.Florida/Ontario Watch: 6263, 1675 Posts: 2,259	no DSSD for you.... __________________ life is good

4 October 2012, 01:27 PM	#31
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	My 36mm Plat DD feels more 'dense' than my all gold GMT and Daytona, but in terms of 'weight', there is little appreciable difference between them. The DSSD is a beast, that wears to uncomfortably for me as the weight distribution isn't right for me, whereas the DD feels great. I'm now so use to the weight of my gold and plat models that my SS models seem featherlight and unsubstantial ... :(

4 October 2012, 01:35 PM	#32
tom2517 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Asia & US Posts: 1,551	You get used to it. I can hardly tell between my PT DD II and my Citizen.

4 October 2012, 01:59 PM	#33
Cesium133 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Posts: 2,037	Funny this was posted, because I just had a conversation with a colleague about the weight of platinum watches yesterday. I've never tried one on but now I have to see what all the fuss is about. In general, the heavier the watch the better, IMO. I have found you get used to it quickly and miss the weight when it's not there.

1 November 2012, 12:49 PM	#35
kgglonghorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Posts: 375	Plat DD is probably not something you will wear every day. Pull the trigger and save it for work or for evenings out. Then it will be a real treat when you wear it. Surely there is something else you can find to wear at other times. Personally, GMT is the daily wear and the DD is something I reserve for nights out, etc. Then I really appreciate the extra weight.

1 November 2012, 05:50 PM	#37
Vincent65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Switzerland Posts: 14,298	work-boots, loafers, sneakers - we can wear them all! The heaviest thing about platinum is the price-tag.

1 November 2012, 07:51 PM	#38
ronbo710 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ron Location: US Watch: 118206/SD Posts: 431	Whoa!! I guess it better go on this wrist for a while :) ...

2 November 2012, 02:08 AM	#42
ronbo710 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ron Location: US Watch: 118206/SD Posts: 431	Thanks Guys :). Actually it DOES feel different in a BIG way wearing it over on the other side.I guess because I use my right arm more. You guys with the Platinum DDII have my utmost respect. I can't imagine wielding another 10-20 grams around without being in the on deck circle lol. Cheers -Ron

2 November 2012, 02:16 AM	#43
TimeOnMyHands Banned Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Canada Watch: 16570 Posts: 457	From my experiences wearing large and or heavy watches -- ensuring that the fit of the bracelet -- the correct snugness if you will -- is achieved. Otherwise the weight will move it about when ever you raise/lower your arm and or through athletic endeavors. Once fitted so it moves less -- comfort is achieved.

2 November 2012, 02:43 AM	#45
ronbo710 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ron Location: US Watch: 118206/SD Posts: 431	Quite possible. I wear mine slightly loose but it doesn't move all over the place. Check out this vid of Placido Domingo and look how loose his is!! Cheers -Ron http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7m70j63-hr0

2 November 2012, 03:07 AM	#47
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Great vid Ron, thanks for sharing. I wear mine slightly loose too and as you say, it doesn't move around much. Even in the vid, loose as it was Placido Domingo's watch seemed to dutifully sit there.

2 November 2012, 05:19 AM	#49
ROGERWILCO357 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Michigan Watch: Submariner LV Posts: 580	Love the precious metals but after a looong day the classic stainless steel feels the best to me I love to wear the gold and platinum only on special occassions and or 8-10 hours at a time after that it does get a little heavy and uncomfortable. But I am older now so could just be that lol..either way love the precious metals love them...

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