Ref 118206 Plat DD Purchase

[wildcat465]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I agree totally. Forget the Platinum unless you just have to have it and can get a super great deal.

Ha! I have to have it. It's my grail and I have a strong preference for the domed bezel. It's a cleaner look to my eyes.

Why is it that some suggest I move in another direction? I'm purchasing pre-owned at a good price for a mint piece.

[Tangier11]

I am not a fan of the domed bezel with a Prez bracelet, but I would for sure go for the Plat over WG because of the weight and toughness

[wildcat465]

I'm a huge fan of all 36mm DD models except for this most recent rose gold recipe that looks like copper. As I mentioned, I had WG. Wifey has YG 36 mm and a YG DJ. Nothing, IMO, feels like the plat and when paired with the blue dial nothing, except for the meteorite dial with the two pear-shaped diamonds, comes close.

[returntorolex]

Originally Posted by wildcat465

I'm patient. So, I'll wait for the wait for one with the newer clasp.

Originally Posted by wildcat465

So, how important is this hinged crown on that fat buckle? There's a $3k difference between an early identical (No rehaut) watch and the later watch with the fat hinge.

If I could save that $3k, I'd use it to purchase a Speedmaster to wear on days that I wanted a change. . .but I don't want to sacrifice the 118206. Thoughts?

I think you answered your own question above. In particular, I prefer the hinged crown and like the authoritative snap when closed. The tension clasp if not aligned correctly would have a tendency to pop open on my buddy’s 18238.

That said, only you can decide what works best for you and your budget. Having had both as well, you will absolutely love the Pt DD.

Best of luck in your search!

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by wildcat465

Ha! I have to have it. It's my grail and I have a strong preference for the domed bezel. It's a cleaner look to my eyes.

Why is it that some suggest I move in another direction? I'm purchasing pre-owned at a good price for a mint piece.

Well there our are. Go for it. Its your opinion that matters most.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by returntorolex

Doesn’t affect performance or weight - the models you are looking at (2000 and 2006) both have the robust 3155 reference movement.

The rehaut is just another security feature and you can now read the serial number of the watch without removing the bracelet. It’s basically the latest/greatest unless you consider a random serial number to be important to you as well.

I spent about a year looking for mine before finding the right DD. I also had a 118239 WG DD that I bought new from an AD.....knew I wasn’t going to stop until I found the pinnacle DD (Pt)

Beauty Steve, I love that dial

[returntorolex]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Beauty Steve, I love that dial

You are too kind - thanks Brian! Yes, the “Jackie Stewart” definitely leaves an impression.

[wildcat465]

Originally Posted by returntorolex

I think you answered your own question above. In particular, I prefer the hinged crown and like the authoritative snap when closed. The tension clasp if not aligned correctly would have a tendency to pop open on my buddy’s 18238.

That said, only you can decide what works best for you and your budget. Having had both as well, you will absolutely love the Pt DD.

Best of luck in your search!

That's the piece I was missing...the hinged crown comes with the later clasps. Thank you sir. With luck, I will have it by week's end.

[returntorolex]

Originally Posted by wildcat465

That's the piece I was missing...the hinged crown comes with the later clasps. Thank you sir. With luck, I will have it by week's end.

Make sure to post an “Incoming” thread to celebrate!