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LuminousMaximus · 6 October 2016, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

It's pretty simple for me. My dad owns many 36mm DDs. I've had the opportunities to wear any of them more or less anytime. I never had one on my wrist for more than 5-10 minutes despite the proportions admittedly being perfect.

I simply never really took to the size. Too small for my liking.

The first time I tried on the DD40, I knew it was special. The proportions are also perfect, the size and weight provide endless warm and fuzzy feelings ;)

All of the extra bells & whistles and "upgrades" are just gravy for me. It's just extraordinary.

Haha! I can't argue with that type of picture!...

Oop's i mean Rationale...

That DD-40 is just.................................................. .......

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JP Chestnut · 6 October 2016, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Juantxo

I only wish the 36mm DJ had the upgraded movement. The 36mm DJ is the perfect watch.

However, I don't much care for Hodinkee as I believe they have an agenda of their own which they push fiercely. I like it here much better.

Probably sitting on a load of 36mm DDs that they are looking to pump and dump.

Hairdude1 · 6 October 2016, 02:06 PM

Hodinkee has always been classic "older" model fans. Very few are Modern fans. Are you surprised they prefer 36mm. As stated above they are prob sitting on a bunch of 36 PM DD and looking to move them.

Juantxo · 6 October 2016, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Probably sitting on a load of 36mm DDs that they are looking to pump and dump.

ajas · 6 October 2016, 03:19 PM

I love YG and WG 36 mm. one of them could be my grail but not sure yet :)

BLACKHORSE 6 · 6 October 2016, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chadridv

It's pretty simple for me. My dad owns many 36mm DDs. I've had the opportunities to wear any of them more or less anytime. I never had one on my wrist for more than 5-10 minutes despite the proportions admittedly being perfect.

I simply never really took to the size. Too small for my liking.

The first time I tried on the DD40, I knew it was special. The proportions are also perfect, the size and weight provide endless warm and fuzzy feelings ;)

All of the extra bells & whistles and "upgrades" are just gravy for me. It's just extraordinary.

I got to try on this exact model at an AD not too long ago. What a great watch. Everything about it was perfect for me, as I have an 8" wrist. Where's the 36mmm seemed slightly small, the DDII was spot on.

Cru Jones · 6 October 2016, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

All of the extra bells & whistles and "upgrades" are just gravy for me. It's just extraordinary.

really great picture (and watch, of course).

zama · 6 October 2016, 07:30 PM

There are no losers in this comparison. Once a watch is on your wrist for a few weeks your brain is totally accustomed to it. I enjoy my 36 DD but i would not knock back a 40mm either, but the cost difference is just too great given I buy used not new.

HL65 · 6 October 2016, 07:31 PM

I'd take a DD40 over a 36 all day long. Perfect size/feel and improved movement. The 36 is of course a classic but 36 on a 7.5 " wrist is too small compared to the 40. The 40 is truly the best of all the DD's IMHO.

fskywalker · 6 October 2016, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed

I would like an older model 36mm in WG. That would feel great and not be as much of a Beacon to others.

X2

gossbeau · 6 October 2016, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Personally, tried both and prefer the 40 even tho I have smaller wrist size. Used prices on the 36 in yellow gold is $12k or so, this makes it a 'bargain' per se.

For 12g's you must be referring to the 18238 and not the 118238 I believe. The cheapest 118238 I have seen goes for 13.5

1William · 6 October 2016, 08:57 PM

I read the article and thought from the beginning that the author was locked in on the 36mm. Both are great watches but if you dropped his account of being a young man and seeing the 36 mm DD very little to separate the two watches. I don't think he gave the 40 mm its due. I believe the size of a DD that someone likes has a lot to do with personal preference but also wrist size. You can wear what you want but what looks the best is what fits.

fskywalker · 6 October 2016, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 1William

You can wear what you want but what looks the best is what fits.

Words of wisdom!

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dmitrii_ · 6 October 2016, 10:14 PM

Perhaps the original DD will be updated next year with the new movement and new bracelet.

Then I would strongly consider it over the dd40 I have next up on my list but until then I am totally into the the dd40.

Hope Rolex adds a ruby dial option next year, always loved that on the 36 and DD2.

OmegaJJH · 6 October 2016, 10:22 PM

I have very small wrists so my Sub C looks a little big whereas my 36mm DJ fits perfectly.

If I were ever lucky enough to buy a DD it would be the 36mm without hesitation.

locutus49 · 6 October 2016, 10:25 PM

I love this classic on others but it just does not look good on me. I prefer SS, WG, or platinum.

Great, very well-written article. Thanks for posting the link.

mechanicaltime · 7 October 2016, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by OmegaJJH

I have very small wrists so my Sub C looks a little big whereas my 36mm DJ fits perfectly.

If I were ever lucky enough to buy a DD it would be the 36mm without hesitation.

This is exactly my situation. The 36mm DD looks just fine on my smaller wrist. It looks like a dress watch.

The Sub C is on the large side and is great for daily casual wear even with my wrist.

porschedude · 7 October 2016, 12:08 AM

Yes, I thought it was a good read. I've always been a fan of hodinkee.

kilyung · 7 October 2016, 01:18 AM

Both are gold so both are winners to me.

sea-dweller · 7 October 2016, 01:33 AM

I like the 36mm.

rodo · 7 October 2016, 01:53 AM

I'm seriously contemplating trading my SS daytona for a 18238 champagne dial.

If I would afford a DD40 I'd pick that instead.

rollee1 · 7 October 2016, 03:33 AM

Thanks for sharing.
36mm Rolex is classic size, cause I think the majority of watches that Rolex makes is 36mm.
I recently found new love going the opposite, from 44, 42, 40, 39 back to 36.

datejust24 · 7 October 2016, 03:41 AM

40 looks to be the best fit, proportionately. Personally, anything bigger than 40 just looks goofy IMO...unless you have big wrists....44mm (DSSD)....I literally laughed when I tried it on....it's a beast of a watch but man....entirely too big and I don't have small wrists at all.

ppbskis · 7 October 2016, 04:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chadridv

It's pretty simple for me. My dad owns many 36mm DDs. I've had the opportunities to wear any of them more or less anytime. I never had one on my wrist for more than 5-10 minutes despite the proportions admittedly being perfect.

I simply never really took to the size. Too small for my liking.

The first time I tried on the DD40, I knew it was special. The proportions are also perfect, the size and weight provide endless warm and fuzzy feelings ;)

All of the extra bells & whistles and "upgrades" are just gravy for me. It's just extraordinary.

Agree 100%- I have several 36MM Rolex' in my possession and when you have them side by side the 40 wins with me hands down.
The new movement, ceramic bracelet inserts, and a few more facets added to the bezel make it an awesome piece.

enjoythemusic · 7 October 2016, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ppbskis

Agree 100%- I have several 36MM Rolex' in my possession and when you have them side by side the 40 wins with me hands down. The new movement, ceramic bracelet inserts, and a few more facets added to the bezel make it an awesome piece.

crazycarlitos · 7 October 2016, 07:50 AM

There's no loser in this comparison. Only preference.

breitlings · 7 October 2016, 07:57 AM

The 36mm size is oft derided for being too small, but when it is a yellow gold day-date on president it is just the right size for business and personal situations. It is hard to dislike any gold rolex though.

Onikage · 7 October 2016, 08:06 AM

The 40mm is a nice modern take on a classic. Classic anything will take some beating to be fair.

KrismanX · 7 October 2016, 09:48 AM

Interesting read! Waiting until I can get my own..

BLACKHORSE 6 · 7 October 2016, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ppbskis

Agree 100%- I have several 36MM Rolex' in my possession and when you have them side by side the 40 wins with me hands down.
The new movement, ceramic bracelet inserts, and a few more facets added to the bezel make it an awesome piece.

Do all of the DD40 models have the ceramic bracelet inserts, or just the platinum models?

6 October 2016, 02:06 PM	#33
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Hodinkee has always been classic "older" model fans. Very few are Modern fans. Are you surprised they prefer 36mm. As stated above they are prob sitting on a bunch of 36 PM DD and looking to move them. __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

6 October 2016, 07:30 PM	#38
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,807	There are no losers in this comparison. Once a watch is on your wrist for a few weeks your brain is totally accustomed to it. I enjoy my 36 DD but i would not knock back a 40mm either, but the cost difference is just too great given I buy used not new. __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

6 October 2016, 07:31 PM	#39
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,993	I'd take a DD40 over a 36 all day long. Perfect size/feel and improved movement. The 36 is of course a classic but 36 on a 7.5 " wrist is too small compared to the 40. The 40 is truly the best of all the DD's IMHO. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

6 October 2016, 10:14 PM	#44
dmitrii_ "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: dmitrii Location: NYC Posts: 1,725	Perhaps the original DD will be updated next year with the new movement and new bracelet. Then I would strongly consider it over the dd40 I have next up on my list but until then I am totally into the the dd40. Hope Rolex adds a ruby dial option next year, always loved that on the 36 and DD2. __________________ ig: therolexgram

7 October 2016, 01:33 AM	#50
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I like the 36mm. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

6 October 2016, 03:19 PM	#35
ajas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Will Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SubC, Pam, Speede Posts: 3,146	I love YG and WG 36 mm. one of them could be my grail but not sure yet :)

6 October 2016, 08:57 PM	#42
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,671	I read the article and thought from the beginning that the author was locked in on the 36mm. Both are great watches but if you dropped his account of being a young man and seeing the 36 mm DD very little to separate the two watches. I don't think he gave the 40 mm its due. I believe the size of a DD that someone likes has a lot to do with personal preference but also wrist size. You can wear what you want but what looks the best is what fits.

6 October 2016, 10:22 PM	#45
OmegaJJH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 6,668	I have very small wrists so my Sub C looks a little big whereas my 36mm DJ fits perfectly. If I were ever lucky enough to buy a DD it would be the 36mm without hesitation.

6 October 2016, 10:25 PM	#46
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	I love this classic on others but it just does not look good on me. I prefer SS, WG, or platinum. Great, very well-written article. Thanks for posting the link.

7 October 2016, 12:08 AM	#48
porschedude "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: USA Watch: 116610LV Posts: 1,207	Yes, I thought it was a good read. I've always been a fan of hodinkee.

7 October 2016, 01:18 AM	#49
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Both are gold so both are winners to me.

7 October 2016, 01:53 AM	#51
rodo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 640	I'm seriously contemplating trading my SS daytona for a 18238 champagne dial. If I would afford a DD40 I'd pick that instead.

7 October 2016, 03:33 AM	#52
rollee1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Rollee Location: Boston Watch: it watching me Posts: 1,945	Thanks for sharing. 36mm Rolex is classic size, cause I think the majority of watches that Rolex makes is 36mm. I recently found new love going the opposite, from 44, 42, 40, 39 back to 36. __________________ Time you enjoy wasting was not wasted

7 October 2016, 03:41 AM	#53
datejust24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati,Ohio Watch: Rolexssss Posts: 3,504	40 looks to be the best fit, proportionately. Personally, anything bigger than 40 just looks goofy IMO...unless you have big wrists....44mm (DSSD)....I literally laughed when I tried it on....it's a beast of a watch but man....entirely too big and I don't have small wrists at all.

7 October 2016, 07:50 AM	#56
crazycarlitos "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,909	There's no loser in this comparison. Only preference. __________________

7 October 2016, 07:57 AM	#57
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	The 36mm size is oft derided for being too small, but when it is a yellow gold day-date on president it is just the right size for business and personal situations. It is hard to dislike any gold rolex though.

7 October 2016, 08:06 AM	#58
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	The 40mm is a nice modern take on a classic. Classic anything will take some beating to be fair. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

7 October 2016, 09:48 AM	#59
KrismanX "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Kristofer Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: my feet. Posts: 2,364	Interesting read! Waiting until I can get my own..

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