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EEpro · 20 December 2019, 02:46 PM

Another sub vote. Versatile and handsome and separates you from the herd with a big yellow middle finger.

logan5tx · 20 December 2019, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by rolexgiants

To last until the final breath... Just one!! Every single day the rest of the way!!

It can only be one of these two-

Yellow gold DD 40. (228238)

Or

Yellow gold blue sub. (116618LB)

Thanks in advance for the opinions!

Do you currently own a Rolex? Because if you don’t, and you start down this path, you’ll likely end up trading it out within a few years. I just got my sixth Rolex (didn’t own them all at the same time) and I stopped telling myself the “This is the one for life” lie about three watches ago. As we grow older we all change as do our tastes and preferences. I say pick the one you like best now. In 5, 10, 20 years you’ll always have the equity in it to trade for something else of equal value if your heart changes. In the meantime jut enjoy the one that speaks to you right now. Good luck!

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Verdi · 20 December 2019, 02:56 PM

I would go with a DD 40mm in WG, green dial.
https://www.rolex.com/watches/day-da...8239-0033.html

This is the best pick for one watch only, imo. I would not be comfortable later on with a chunk of yellow gold on the wrist, unnecessary attention. Assuming this is your only watch and you wear it everywhere. Its is exquisite and low key at the same time.

A blue dial Sub in yellow gold is gonna attract a lot of attention.....I would not want that everywhere I go, especially as a senior citizen.

GsurgBM · 20 December 2019, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by s7horton

Sub, hands down. I turned 40 this year and opted for the white gold instead of yellow. Felt a little younger to me.

Agree with this.

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james1787 · 20 December 2019, 04:22 PM

Of those choices I think I would go with the DD40.

Rori · 20 December 2019, 04:28 PM

I picked the SD 43 50th anniversary for my late 40s. Couldn’t find another reference that fits better the occasion. Also it is the one with timeless design built to outlast more than one owner.

Setarip · 20 December 2019, 05:31 PM

I would go with the DD40..but then I’m a little biased

jenniferjanef · 20 December 2019, 06:13 PM

I pick DD40.. The oyster bracelet do not have ceramic inserts.

joli160 · 20 December 2019, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by GoingPlaces

DD40, it's the flagship Rolex. Doesn't get better.

Exactly, DD rules them all

jimcameron · 20 December 2019, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Dougiebaby

Whereas the Sub may be a favorite for the first few decades but not when you’re in your 70s+.

Really? I'm in my 70's and I'll bet you a beer at Sloppy Joe's my 16800 got more underwater time this year than your's?

gpf · 20 December 2019, 08:04 PM

Being in my 60s, I would go with the DD. Consider when your older you're going to want less flash so think about going 36 DD.

1William · 20 December 2019, 10:12 PM

Both are great watches but I would and did go with the DD. I have owned all of the PM Submariners and really like them but with somewhat limited funds I prefer the DD for the PM look. I have a Platinum and YG DD II and really enjoy them. If I was to add a third PM watch it would be the YG Submariner with the sunburst blue dial. If a fourth, a Smurf. Go try them on and you will know. Good luck.

gpf · 20 December 2019, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 1William

Both are great watches but I would and did go with the DD. I have owned all of the PM Submariners and really like them but with somewhat limited funds I prefer the DD for the PM look. I have a Platinum and YG DD II and really enjoy them. If I was to add a third PM watch it would be the YG Submariner with the sunburst blue dial. If a fourth, a Smurf. Go try them on and you will know. Good luck.

Your patty DD is IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

VegasMilgauss · 20 December 2019, 11:16 PM

Yellow gold Day Date for me, can't beat the look with the president bracelet.

THC · 20 December 2019, 11:21 PM

This is so timely for me.. I am buying exactly one of of these myself on Jan 10th.. I am leaning DD 40

s7horton · 20 December 2019, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jenniferjanef

I pick DD40.. The oyster bracelet do not have ceramic inserts.

Yes they do.

Rolexavidfan · 21 December 2019, 12:22 AM

Another vote for DD. If you are going for a touch of gold, that’s the Rolex model to go for.

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TurboTim14 · 21 December 2019, 12:23 AM

I think I would have to go with the YG sub. Really there is no wrong answer to this question. Both options are great!

Dougiebaby · 21 December 2019, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by jimcameron

Really? I'm in my 70's and I'll bet you a beer at Sloppy Joe's my 16800 got more underwater time this year than your's?

I can ALSO guarantee your 16800 has got more underwater time this year (and any year) than mine

BTW, I’ll love to meet up for a beer at Sloppy Joe’s!

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Santiago79 · 21 December 2019, 01:27 AM

Yellow gold DD 40 is my choice. So at least I would always look classy until the final breath

breitlings · 21 December 2019, 02:33 AM

TBH, get the gold daytona... imho. It just works.

sctp39 · 21 December 2019, 02:55 AM

I vote for the DD. Platinum with blue stick dial looks amazing.

101031-28 · 21 December 2019, 03:09 AM

Have owned the DD several times and let it go. I love professionals, so YG Sub would be my pick. Which of the two styles resonates best with you, OP?

dddl · 21 December 2019, 03:28 AM

Just one, to last until your final breath

Day Date 36 or 40 your choice...

watchwatcher · 21 December 2019, 03:35 AM

Sub, of course.

rolexgiants · 21 December 2019, 03:45 AM

Leaning NO WAY! Lol. I have tried on both many times.

Ferdelious · 21 December 2019, 04:14 AM

Such a tough decision and there's no wrong choice. I think Sub would have a slight edge for me, only because of the dial colors available on the YG DD.

TswaneNguni · 21 December 2019, 04:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolexgiants

To last until the final breath... Just one!! Every single day the rest of the way!!
It can only be one of these two-

Yellow gold DD 40. (228238)

Or

Yellow gold blue sub. (116618LB)

Thanks in advance for the opinions!

I choose late 40s !

rolexgiants · 21 December 2019, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by huncho

which dials are you considering for the dd40

White Roman or black stick.

fskywalker · 21 December 2019, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolexgiants

It can only be one

with that phrase this comes to my mind!

Go DD !

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20 December 2019, 02:46 PM	#31
EEpro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Brad Location: Purdue Watch: Daytona Posts: 9,241	Late 40s and looking for one- Another sub vote. Versatile and handsome and separates you from the herd with a big yellow middle finger. __________________ ♛ ✠ Ω 2FA Active

20 December 2019, 02:56 PM	#33
Verdi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mitch Location: UAE Watch: Big Ben Posts: 2,451	I would go with a DD 40mm in WG, green dial. https://www.rolex.com/watches/day-da...8239-0033.html This is the best pick for one watch only, imo. I would not be comfortable later on with a chunk of yellow gold on the wrist, unnecessary attention. Assuming this is your only watch and you wear it everywhere. Its is exquisite and low key at the same time. A blue dial Sub in yellow gold is gonna attract a lot of attention.....I would not want that everywhere I go, especially as a senior citizen. __________________ IG: @watch_idiot_savant

20 December 2019, 04:28 PM	#36
Rori "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Middle East Watch: Rolex / Tudor Posts: 3,592	I picked the SD 43 50th anniversary for my late 40s. Couldn’t find another reference that fits better the occasion. Also it is the one with timeless design built to outlast more than one owner. __________________ Good watches are made to tell time but some brands are obsessed to tell it in the most beautiful way possible.

21 December 2019, 12:22 AM	#47
Rolexavidfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Har Location: Tukwila, WA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,571	Another vote for DD. If you are going for a touch of gold, that’s the Rolex model to go for. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Go for the timepiece you love. You will save more. ...

21 December 2019, 03:09 AM	#53
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,764	Have owned the DD several times and let it go. I love professionals, so YG Sub would be my pick. Which of the two styles resonates best with you, OP? __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

20 December 2019, 04:22 PM	#35
james1787 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: James Location: New Providence,NJ Watch: Submariner 14060 Posts: 2,371	Of those choices I think I would go with the DD40.

20 December 2019, 05:31 PM	#37
Setarip "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Margaritaville Watch: Rolex Posts: 625	I would go with the DD40..but then I’m a little biased

20 December 2019, 06:13 PM	#38
jenniferjanef "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,828	I pick DD40.. The oyster bracelet do not have ceramic inserts.

20 December 2019, 08:04 PM	#41
gpf Banned Join Date: Dec 2019 Real Name: jorje Location: USA Watch: My late fathers DD Posts: 37	Being in my 60s, I would go with the DD. Consider when your older you're going to want less flash so think about going 36 DD.

20 December 2019, 11:16 PM	#44
VegasMilgauss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: UK Posts: 1,030	Yellow gold Day Date for me, can't beat the look with the president bracelet.

20 December 2019, 11:21 PM	#45
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,659	This is so timely for me.. I am buying exactly one of of these myself on Jan 10th.. I am leaning DD 40

21 December 2019, 12:23 AM	#48
TurboTim14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Illinois Posts: 267	I think I would have to go with the YG sub. Really there is no wrong answer to this question. Both options are great!

21 December 2019, 01:27 AM	#50
Santiago79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Submariner a Posts: 467	Yellow gold DD 40 is my choice. So at least I would always look classy until the final breath

21 December 2019, 02:33 AM	#51
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	TBH, get the gold daytona... imho. It just works.

21 December 2019, 02:55 AM	#52
sctp39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Home Posts: 562	I vote for the DD. Platinum with blue stick dial looks amazing.

21 December 2019, 03:28 AM	#54
dddl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Conshohocken Watch: What? Posts: 896	Just one, to last until your final breath Day Date 36 or 40 your choice... __________________ dive deep dive long 1503 16263 16610 228238 16623

21 December 2019, 03:35 AM	#55
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,996	Sub, of course.

21 December 2019, 03:45 AM	#56
rolexgiants "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: new york, usa Posts: 2,902	Leaning NO WAY! Lol. I have tried on both many times.

21 December 2019, 04:14 AM	#57
Ferdelious 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,202	Such a tough decision and there's no wrong choice. I think Sub would have a slight edge for me, only because of the dial colors available on the YG DD. __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

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