Day-Date

[egzbuen]

Originally Posted by The GMT Kid

Let's keep it simple. The Day-Date is a beautiful watch that should be in your rotation.

All this back and forth about what it is and when to wear it is driving me crazy.

Just shut up and enjoy the view.

Agree

It was my grail and very lucky I was able to pick one up last December.

Although it is not currently in my rotation ......... it is my daily wearer for work



Can't go wrong with the classy DD

[z32turbo]

If I could buy a DD I would in a heart beat.

[Gerardus]

Originally Posted by vukotab

IMHO, the Day-Date is "Rolex of all Rolexes", so I think that you should go for it!

Thank you, i agree 100%

[rolexsweep]

a day date... it is a classic and elegant watch, especially with the president bracelet, its amazing, i cant wait till a get a 18k president day date. ONE DAY.

[Paracentesis]

This one has an Oyster bracelet, and the jazzy blue dial, just like this:

http://www.fitzroviawatches.co.uk/Sa...0White%20Gold/

I'm still humming and harring. Thanks for all replies.

[1bad750]

Ill be honest the presi band is what makes it a president, and the wg ?? If thats the case get a Dj stainless with oyster band and call it a day.

[Paracentesis]

There's no way I'd ever wear a YG Rolex. Too much bling.

[CKLinLA]

Sounds like you have to decide why you'd want this watch.
Is it because you like the president/gold bracelet or the watch itself.
Maybe ask yourself if you would you wear it on a leather strap.

BTW, on leather it would work as dress watch, like your vintage Omega,
but a bit larger, and IMHO hence more versatile for daily use as well.
Plus even a gold DD does not bling when on leather.

[Chipmunk]

Day date......"the ultimate Rolex". Get it already.

[ydna808]

I love my DD and my something else as well.

[Paracentesis]

Originally Posted by Grumpy Badger

Yeah, I just feel that because the DD is still an Oyster (ie has to be waterproof to 100m) can never be truly smart. You end up with a watch that has a foot in every camp.

The more I think about this, the more I think you are right. It's a nice piece of gold, but I think it falls between several stools.

[horseco]

There are a few things a man should never leave this earth without experiencing, driving his home country's fastest car, in the US that would be a Corvette or Viper, having a suit bespoke for him at least one time in his life, & wearing a "president"... No matter WG, YG, or PT... you feel like a royal when you wear it... I have had a few DD's from time to time, they are special beyond explanation .... go for it!!!

[bewithabob]

But what you like...and buy with confidence. As long as what you buy is authentic, you can't go wrong. Get what you like and ignore the influence and opinion of others on this acquisition. There are as many who like it as those who would choose another.

[Grumpy Badger]

Originally Posted by Paracentesis

The more I think about this, the more I think you are right. It's a nice piece of gold, but I think it falls between several stools.

Sorry, man! It seems from the last few posts that the pendulum has swung and there is much love for the DD!

The only person who can decide is you...

You've got some GREAT watches and seem to have one for most occasions but, if you feel the love for the "golden goose" you'd better just pull that trigger!

[Lion]

James, what are you waiting for buy the watch and start enjoying it on your wrist!!!

[Paracentesis]

Yes, I am still slightly torn! I can see the appeal of the Day-Date, it is a nice object, but I think it would always be playing second fiddle to my PP, and for the same money (less, actually) I could get this:

http://www.watchesofdistinction.com/...el%20No%201675

and this:

http://www.watchesofdistinction.com/...el%20No%205513

[1bad750]

My dd was dropped off this morning, and to the above poster please dont compare a dd to a stainless sub...

[Paracentesis]

I was comparing a DD with a PP 5146G. No contest, amigo. And in many ways, a vintage GMT plus a vintage Sub might be a little bit more interesting?

[Grumpy Badger]

Originally Posted by 1bad750

My dd was dropped off this morning, and to the above poster please dont compare a dd to a stainless sub...

The above poster is the OP and the original question was should he buy the DD or something else, so seems relevant to me!

I can see both sides of this and it's actually made me analyse my prejudices, but I can see the appeal of the pepsi and the 5513...

For me too much of the mystique of the President is tied to the scrap value of the metal, whereas the sport models only have a value in the movement, asthetics and history.

[1bad750]

Ohh you meant 2 watches..i see i see, def a good point. Nothing has wrist presence like a dd tho..

[Grumpy Badger]

[QUOTE=Paracentesis;2389730]I was comparing a DD with a PP 5146G. No contest, amigo./QUOTE]

I know this may be grounds to be banded from The ROLEX Forum, but...

SWEET GOOD JESUS...THATS A WATCH IF EVER THERE WAS ONE!

[Paracentesis]

Originally Posted by 1bad750

Nothing has wrist presence like a dd tho..

I think that's in many ways true. And the blue one I've been looking at is absolutely stunning.

[Paracentesis]

Originally Posted by Grumpy Badger

I know this may be grounds to be banded from The ROLEX Forum, but...

SWEET GOOD JESUS...THATS A WATCH IF EVER THERE WAS ONE!

Hi Mark, thanks. It's very nice.

[BarkMaster]

Most folks have responded "Day-Date", so you have to get it now. It's a rule.

[Grumpy Badger]

Oh, my... I've just had one of my funny turns!

"Oh, Lord... Won't you buy me,
A Patek Philippe,
My friends all wear Day Dates,
I must make amends...!"

[mrbill2mrbill2]

As stated numerous time on this, and other forums, buy what you l¡ke. Who cares what other people say or think. Go with what you desire.

[1bad750]

I say dd

[Justjosh]

I believe a Rolex Collection requires a Day Date.