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boss001 · 19 January 2012, 03:33 AM

The Rolex 118206 SD Platinum Day Date (priced between $ 45,000.00 - $ 60,000.00) is my grail watch, meant to be passed on from generation to generation.

I love everything about it from the diamond hour markers to the outer tool ring and smooth bezel. The only thing I would change is the dial:
I would like it to be meteorite with the diamond hour markers and the outer tool ring.

Amazing right?

liuk3 · 19 January 2012, 03:35 AM

That is one of my grail watch as well. One day...

esm · 19 January 2012, 03:36 AM

Yes, it is amazing, but I wouldn't call it the "ultimate watch" if there is something you would change on it.

boss001 · 19 January 2012, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

Yes, it is amazing, but I wouldn't call it the "ultimate watch" if there is something you would change on it.

Even without the ateration it is the ultimate watch but when you look at it from a distance the untrained eye sees nothing special just a 'steel-like' watch but a meteorite dial changes its appearence completely.

Lion · 19 January 2012, 03:41 AM

Yes, I would love to own a DayDate someday...they are a beautiful watch!!!

omegabenz · 19 January 2012, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

Yes, it is amazing, but I wouldn't call it the "ultimate watch" if there is something you would change on it.

in that case it would be the penultimate watch.
Agreed: meteorite dial or blue, but if you are going to spend that kind of money get meteorite.

FeelingTheBlues · 19 January 2012, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by omegabenz

in that case it would be the penultimate watch.
Agreed: meteorite dial or blue, but if you are going to spend that kind of money get meteorite.

Although from the tone of Platinum in this picture I'm wondering if a Glacier dial wouldn't add a better contrast?

Of course either dials would look amazing on this ultimate watch!

TimmerSuds · 19 January 2012, 03:58 AM

Here's the 41mm real life version of that watch...

dddrees · 19 January 2012, 04:07 AM

It's a very nice looking watch. It's not something most would notice, but the person wearing the watch knows what they really have.

omegabenz · 19 January 2012, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Although from the tone of Platinum in this picture I'm wondering if a Glacier dial wouldn't add a better contrast?

Of course either dials would look amazing on this ultimate watch!

I should have been more specific, I meant Rolex Ice Blue, like the cover of WatchTime: Rolex Review, but I still think meteorite would be most suited. Any wrist shots?

padi56 · 19 January 2012, 04:17 AM

Not my cup of tea not a fan of any precious metal watches especially with diamonds just plain old S.Steel for me and basically the same movement as in a steel DJ with a added day complication.

tkerrmd · 19 January 2012, 04:23 AM

Nice watch but everyone has a different "Grail" watch and I bet that is not on alot of peoples lists of "must haves" especially the Sport watch guys.

to each his own and hope you get it and are happy that is all that counts!

chiko323 · 19 January 2012, 04:41 AM

For that kind of money maybe you should take a look at some Patek Phillipes. Also a good choice to pass down through the generations.

omegabenz · 19 January 2012, 04:44 AM

There is just something about the commanding presence of the day of the week spelled out!

FeelingTheBlues · 19 January 2012, 04:48 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Not my cup of tea not a fan of any precious metal watches especially with diamonds just plain old S.Steel for me and basically the same movement as in a steel DJ with a added day complication.

I see the Day-Date as being a watch for a certain public. It surely isn't everyone's grail but boy do its fans love it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by omegabenz

There is just something about the commanding presence of the day of the week spelled out!

Bingo!

kkwn98 · 19 January 2012, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by TimmerSuds

Here's the 41mm real life version of that watch...

Very nice indeed, but it's not quite the 41mm real life version of the watch in the OP's post, as that one is platinum, while the one in your post is white gold.

m5blitzer · 19 January 2012, 06:45 AM

Great watch to own but not a grail watch by my definition.

Caraptor · 19 January 2012, 06:50 AM

Not for me, personally. At that price I could think of some alternatives from other houses that might make better heirlooms. I would feel I was putting a disproportionate amount of money into the case and dial than in the movement.
But when a watch sings to you, it sings! Start saving!

Andelain · 19 January 2012, 08:24 AM

I'd like a YG version of that with a meteorite dial.

omegabenz · 19 January 2012, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Caraptor

I would feel I was putting a disproportionate amount of money into the case and dial than in the movement.

probably more so when encrusting it with stones that are just for so, IMO. I suppose you could get his and hers WG or YG for the Pt price.

rolexkiwi · 19 January 2012, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by TimmerSuds

Here's the 41mm real life version of that watch...

Whilst it's not what the OP was after this is very sharp. Gotta be a certain kinda person and maybe dresser to pull of the diamonds I reckon.
Cool.

MoBe · 19 January 2012, 08:36 AM

The beauty of this watch is the fact that only those that know what it is will appreciate it and all others will assume it`s just another stainless watch.Hiding in plain sight never looked so good.

ArcticMoose · 19 January 2012, 09:02 AM

Hm, can I dive with it?

Rollie2011 · 19 January 2012, 09:47 AM

I would go with the glacier blue as opposed to the meteorite...

Just my two cents

HL65 · 19 January 2012, 09:56 AM

Me too...

rodrob59 · 19 January 2012, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Me too...

I thought it was green but realized it was just the reflection from my envious face. What a wonderful piece!

liptonnr · 19 January 2012, 01:42 PM

Love the platinum but I like the whit gold better at a lesser price point!

capote · 19 January 2012, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

I wouldn't call it the "ultimate watch" if there is something you would change on it.

Can't argue with that logic

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Andelain "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: The Sandbox Watch: ing your 6...... Posts: 1,379	I'd like a YG version of that with a meteorite dial. __________________ .

19 January 2012, 03:36 AM	#3
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	Yes, it is amazing, but I wouldn't call it the "ultimate watch" if there is something you would change on it.

19 January 2012, 03:58 AM	#8
TimmerSuds Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 44	Here's the 41mm real life version of that watch...

19 January 2012, 04:23 AM	#12
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	Nice watch but everyone has a different "Grail" watch and I bet that is not on alot of peoples lists of "must haves" especially the Sport watch guys. to each his own and hope you get it and are happy that is all that counts!

19 January 2012, 04:41 AM	#13
chiko323 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MA Watch: AP & Rolex Posts: 953	For that kind of money maybe you should take a look at some Patek Phillipes. Also a good choice to pass down through the generations.

19 January 2012, 04:44 AM	#14
omegabenz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: 209 Watch: 116400GV, o2531.80 Posts: 240	There is just something about the commanding presence of the day of the week spelled out!

19 January 2012, 06:45 AM	#17
m5blitzer Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Midwest, USA Watch: Enough is enough!! Posts: 597	Great watch to own but not a grail watch by my definition.

19 January 2012, 06:50 AM	#18
Caraptor Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: me save for it. Posts: 444	Not for me, personally. At that price I could think of some alternatives from other houses that might make better heirlooms. I would feel I was putting a disproportionate amount of money into the case and dial than in the movement. But when a watch sings to you, it sings! Start saving!

19 January 2012, 08:36 AM	#22
MoBe "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 6,773	The beauty of this watch is the fact that only those that know what it is will appreciate it and all others will assume it`s just another stainless watch.Hiding in plain sight never looked so good.

19 January 2012, 09:02 AM	#23
ArcticMoose "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Sea Posts: 1,894	Hm, can I dive with it?

19 January 2012, 09:47 AM	#24
Rollie2011 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: John Location: Palm Beach, FL Watch: Sub-C + Exp 42 Posts: 1,654	I would go with the glacier blue as opposed to the meteorite... Just my two cents __________________ John Submariner C LN Explorer 42 Polar

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19 January 2012, 01:42 PM	#27
liptonnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Nate Location: Pottsville, PA Watch: Sub-c LV, GMT's Posts: 988	Love the platinum but I like the whit gold better at a lesser price point!

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