Tried on Plat Daytona

[HL65]

Originally Posted by datejusting

Something I forgot to say: Congratulations, it is a beautiful watch and I hope you will enjoy it.

Thanks!!

[tkerrmd]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

First off the 3970p is twice the amount of the Platinum Daytona and that is if you paid retail so certainly anything but an even comparison. So for price of 3970P you can get 2 plat Daytonas and a WG sub as an extra if you get a good discount. I happen to know quite a bit about both of these and they are a world apart. One is a much smaller dress watch and one is a larger sports watch and will attract completely different buyers unless a certain buyer wants both. I will tell you now that having worn and owned both of these two watches the platinum Daytona is my favorite watch I have owned yet and I have owned some pretty interesting watches over the years. Again this is my opinion and based on my taste and experience. Nothing has the look and feel of the new Daytona and I am quite thankful they designed it exactly the way they did as that is exactly what attracted me to the watch! I love the brown ceramic bezel and sub dials and the glacier blue goes amazingly well with it--Far better than any other combo I have heard suggested. Rolex to me knows how to design and manufacture watches and that is a good thing which is why I keep coming back to them. This watch is second to none in my opinion and for me I will continue to love it!! Cheers,

Ken I have nowhere near the knowledge of various watches as you do and I am a self admitted Rolex fan boy. So it makes me feel good to read an opinion from one as worldly in the watch world as you that I COMPLETELY AND TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOUR ABOVE OPINION

[HL65]

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

Ken I have now where near there knowledge of various watches as you do and I am a self admitted Rolex fan boy. So it makes me feel good to read an opinion from one as worldly in the watch world as you that I COMPLETELY AND TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOUR ABOVE OPINION

We share the same taste Tom and that puts me in good company.

[tfly212]

Its definitely nice looking, but for that price level I definitely think I would go with something more exotic...FP Journe or PP.

From my Note 2 running Beans 21

[normandy]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

First off the 3970p is twice the amount of the Platinum Daytona and that is if you paid retail so certainly anything but an even comparison. So for price of 3970P you can get 2 plat Daytonas and a WG sub as an extra if you get a good discount. I happen to know quite a bit about both of these and they are a world apart. One is a much smaller dress watch and one is a larger sports watch and will attract completely different buyers unless a certain buyer wants both. I will tell you now that having worn and owned both of these two watches the platinum Daytona is my favorite watch I have owned yet and I have owned some pretty interesting watches over the years. Again this is my opinion and based on my taste and experience. Nothing has the look and feel of the new Daytona and I am quite thankful they designed it exactly the way they did as that is exactly what attracted me to the watch! I love the brown ceramic bezel and sub dials and the glacier blue goes amazingly well with it--Far better than any other combo I have heard suggested. Rolex to me knows how to design and manufacture watches and that is a good thing which is why I keep coming back to them. This watch is second to none in my opinion and for me I will continue to love it!! Cheers,

WOW! must be a great feeling having that piece on your wrist
Congratulation!!

[520Matt]

What a beauty Ken! best Matt

[Baselman]

PP would be white gold 3970 - both watches are very nice and neither can be knocked in anyway whatsoever

[CrownMe]

While i like the plat daytona....i think your Blueberry GMT is my favorite watch you have. Your collection is amazing my friend!



[QUOTE=SteelerFan65;4595062]First off the 3970p is twice the amount of the Platinum Daytona and that is if you paid retail so certainly anything but an even comparison. So for price of 3970P you can get 2 plat Daytonas and a WG sub as an extra if you get a good discount. I happen to know quite a bit about both of these and they are a world apart. One is a much smaller dress watch and one is a larger sports watch and will attract completely different buyers unless a certain buyer wants both. I will tell you now that having worn and owned both of these two watches the platinum Daytona is my favorite watch I have owned yet and I have owned some pretty interesting watches over the years. Again this is my opinion and based on my taste and experience. Nothing has the look and feel of the new Daytona and I am quite thankful they designed it exactly the way they did as that is exactly what attracted me to the watch! I love the brown ceramic bezel and sub dials and the glacier blue goes amazingly well with it--Far better than any other combo I have heard suggested. Rolex to me knows how to design and manufacture watches and that is a good thing which is why I keep coming back to them. This watch is second to none in my opinion and for me I will continue to love it!! Cheers,

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[speedy_master1]

Not that I can ever afford any of these two beast but I must say that Daytona is a very special piece. I love Patek also but not that model, I love the the world time.

[Lew Archer]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Yes you are right but I bought the watch as an everyday sports watch like all of my other Rolex. That is what attracts me to Rolex...Durable, sturdy, well built, timeless and superlative design. If I want a dress watch I wear or buy something different.

SteelerFan65, congratulations on your watch. I have a question about the brown bezel and sundials.

In terms of chronograph function, is that color combination more legible then, say, the White dial SS or Black dial SS Daytona?

I have a white dial SS Daytona and, while I love the watch overall, must concede that legibility issues exist. So, if I really wanted/needed to use a mechanical chronograph for sporting purposes, where precise and rapid time keeping was necessary, I would select something else, such as a Speedmaster or Navitimer.

I suspect that the platinum Daytona, given its color combination, would be more legible than the SS versions. If that is so, then, ironically, it might make a more practical chronograph then its SS siblings.

[benlee]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Of course the looks are different than a SS. That is why I bought it for the looks and feel....Brown and glacier blue exclusive to platinum. Just like the glacier blue dial is exclusive to the platinum DD. To me they look a world apart and that color combo is striking and will always set the watch apart.

I am curious to know ( and this may sound like a stupid question so please excuse me ), is there actually a very obvious visual difference between Platinum and very well polished SS other than the weight? Because I have seen the Platinum DD2 but only in boutique lighting conditions and it is very difficult to tell them apart from other SS Rolex just by visual. In fact, I can tell SS from WG easier due to the yellow shine in WG. I have unfortunately yet to see a Platinum watch under natural light.

[U5512]

I would pick the PP 3970 over the platinum Daytona.

[Passionata]

Ken,congrats

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by benlee

I am curious to know ( and this may sound like a stupid question so please excuse me ), is there actually a very obvious visual difference between Platinum and very well polished SS other than the weight? Because I have seen the Platinum DD2 but only in boutique lighting conditions and it is very difficult to tell them apart from other SS Rolex just by visual. In fact, I can tell SS from WG easier due to the yellow shine in WG. I have unfortunately yet to see a Platinum watch under natural light.

It's hard to tell on the polished surfaces but when you look at the brushed surfaces, platinum appears brighter than steel. Ymmv.

[Oryx]

the Platinum Daytona is seriously tempting - if one can negotiate a good deal on it the price point to me seems quite fair.

This is a solid platinum watch and bracelet with the exclusive glacier blue dial - so something that will always be immediately recognisable to any Rolex aficionado as the flagship Daytona model.

For Ken to explicitly state that this is his favourite watch yet means that it must be totally amazing in real life.

Infact this has inspired me to head down to my local AD today to check one out in the flesh.

Ken - Congrats again on a fantastic incoming

[Baselman]

It's a stunning watch for sure on chrono showing up already at 20-28% off retail before negotiating further. ADs won't budge on price but if they did give 20% off then I guess not too bad a deal for daytona.

[ironmanmarcus]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

He did do a good job copying my post didn't he.

Very funny....fell over laughing at this...

Nice pair! And no justification required on how/why/when you wear them.

[travisb]

2 amazing watches.
Ken summed it up best.
I like that the Plat D being a Rolex sport watch, there is pretty much no worries.
Patek is gorgeous , but will always be more of a dress watch for me. Even when talking SS models.

[fmc000]

Originally Posted by benlee

I am curious to know ( and this may sound like a stupid question so please excuse me ), is there actually a very obvious visual difference between Platinum and very well polished SS other than the weight? Because I have seen the Platinum DD2 but only in boutique lighting conditions and it is very difficult to tell them apart from other SS Rolex just by visual. In fact, I can tell SS from WG easier due to the yellow shine in WG. I have unfortunately yet to see a Platinum watch under natural light.

If you look at the two in person you will immediately notice all the differences, you can't go wrong with it.

[mikkemus23]

They are both stunning pieces

I say "if you can then you must" on both

[T.S.Eliot]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

First off the 3970p is twice the amount of the Platinum Daytona and that is if you paid retail so certainly anything but an even comparison. So for price of 3970P you can get 2 plat Daytonas and a WG sub as an extra if you get a good discount. I happen to know quite a bit about both of these and they are a world apart. One is a much smaller dress watch and one is a larger sports watch and will attract completely different buyers unless a certain buyer wants both. I will tell you now that having worn and owned both of these two watches the platinum Daytona is my favorite watch I have owned yet and I have owned some pretty interesting watches over the years. Again this is my opinion and based on my taste and experience. Nothing has the look and feel of the new Daytona and I am quite thankful they designed it exactly the way they did as that is exactly what attracted me to the watch! I love the brown ceramic bezel and sub dials and the glacier blue goes amazingly well with it--Far better than any other combo I have heard suggested. Rolex to me knows how to design and manufacture watches and that is a good thing which is why I keep coming back to them. This watch is second to none in my opinion and for me I will continue to love it!! Cheers,

Major congrats Ken on a superb piece

[HL65]

Thanks guys!! Have a great Friday all....

[HL65]

Originally Posted by Lew Archer

SteelerFan65, congratulations on your watch. I have a question about the brown bezel and sundials.

In terms of chronograph function, is that color combination more legible then, say, the White dial SS or Black dial SS Daytona?

I have a white dial SS Daytona and, while I love the watch overall, must concede that legibility issues exist. So, if I really wanted/needed to use a mechanical chronograph for sporting purposes, where precise and rapid time keeping was necessary, I would select something else, such as a Speedmaster or Navitimer.

I suspect that the platinum Daytona, given its color combination, would be more legible than the SS versions. If that is so, then, ironically, it might make a more practical chronograph then its SS siblings.

It is easy to read with the color combo...you are correct. Again for me this color combo sets the watch apart and truly is breathtaking in the flesh. The dial mesmerizes me much like my platinum glacier diamond DD dial. It changes colors in the light and the chestnut brown is such a rich color with the glacier/ice blue. Again as I stated for me this is my ultimate watch and favorite one I have ever owned--modern or vintage and any brand including Patek...Yes Patek! With that again have a great day all!

[Cru Jones]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Again as I stated for me this is my ultimate watch and favorite one I have ever owned--modern or vintage and any brand including Patek...Yes Patek! With that again have a great day all!

Incredibly high praise, especially coming from you, Ken. Very interesting to read this. I would have though a couple of your ALSs would rank higher (Zeitwerk?). Just goes to show how awesome the platinum Daytona is. The watch is for sure!

Enjoy!!

[dysondiver]

Ken as ever some interesting and very thought provoking comments , stunning watch , i prefer some of the combinations in yellow gold and white , but theres no disputing its a stunning combo that wont be overlooked by those who know. and actually is fairly low profile for those who dont know ,,, never thought i could say low profile and plat daytona in the same sentence ,,,

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Baselman

PP would be white gold 3970 - both watches are very nice and neither can be knocked in anyway whatsoever

Yes I think that's what the OP meant as the plat PP is much more expensive even preowned.

[Tokyo Time]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Yes you are right but I bought the watch as an everyday sports watch like all of my other Rolex. That is what attracts me to Rolex...Durable, sturdy, well built, timeless and superlative design. If I want a dress watch I wear or buy something different.

Amen.

[fmc000]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Again as I stated for me this is my ultimate watch and favorite one I have ever owned--modern or vintage and any brand including Patek...Yes Patek! With that again have a great day all!

This sentence says it all, coming from one of the most respected and competent collectors available here on TRF.

To add my 2cents, I also had the opportunity to try the plat and I loved the look immensely but the real feeling was that I had something weird hanging on my wrist. Probably because I never owned a solid gold o platinum watch and thus I'm not used to the weight.

Anyway, I'll never be able to afford one so it's not a big deal, I will continue to just look at these awesome pics and enjoy them

[Lucky777]

Luxury items are never a necessity. Value is in the eye of the beholder/purchaser, and trying to compare the Plat Daytona to that Patek isn't even rational. The platinum Daytona is a Rolex sports watch through and through made out of precious metal. The Patek with a more complicated movement and dress look is a different animal. I love the look of the glacier dial and brown ceramic...a different move that I believe was well done.


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[mtrunner]

Great thread. I really didnt like the Platinum Daytona when it was first released but it has really grown on me. I have never been a fan of the huge price tag and this watch is never going to be in my price range but I have grown to really appreciate how gorgeous it is.