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slawnyc · 17 December 2011, 05:17 AM

I'm just curious.... If you had to pick 1 watch to wear all year, what would your choice be? RG DD for me!

CAPDSSD · 17 December 2011, 05:18 AM

I have chosen and it's not one of those.

jimbones43 · 17 December 2011, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by capdssd

i have chosen and it's not one of those.

+1

slawnyc · 17 December 2011, 05:20 AM

I meant any watch

CAPDSSD · 17 December 2011, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by slawnyc

I meant any watch

OK. I have still chosen.

Hydrographer · 17 December 2011, 05:25 AM

Would probabbly be the SubC LN for me

superdog · 17 December 2011, 05:42 AM

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Would probabbly be the SubC LN for me

yep.

Fiery · 17 December 2011, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Hydrographer

Would probabbly be the SubC LN for me

+1. But if I had to dress up more than twice a year, then I would pick a black sticks dial WG/SS DJ II instead.

HDHNTER · 17 December 2011, 06:14 AM

First choice: PAM312
Second choice: Sub-C LN

boogiebot · 17 December 2011, 05:28 AM

out of those watches posted i would pick that WG daytona.

great collection BTW

The GMT Master · 17 December 2011, 05:31 AM

Of the ones in your collection, the AL&S Datograph. Speaking more broadly, I would say the SS GMT IIc - in my opinion, the best all-round watch money can buy today

Rolexis · 17 December 2011, 05:36 AM

I think I agree on the RG DD. Or even a YG DD. Yesterday I went to the grocery store liquor shop and compilmented the cashier on his YG DD. Only in Naples, FL cashier at a grocery store with solid gold Pres. I have to settle for wearing my 16713 or 5512 everyday. If I could do it over I would have tried to keep the Double Red Sea Dweller I got my hands on in 2000. I have not seen one since

Timepeice · 19 December 2011, 03:59 AM

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I think I agree on the RG DD. Or even a YG DD. Yesterday I went to the grocery store liquor shop and compilmented the cashier on his YG DD. Only in Naples, FL cashier at a grocery store with solid gold Pres. I have to settle for wearing my 16713 or 5512 everyday. If I could do it over I would have tried to keep the Double Red Sea Dweller I got my hands on in 2000. I have not seen one since

I find its hard to believe its real...I've had similar experiences with the gold president...30k watch on a cashiers salary? seems fishy if you ask me

Paul B · 19 December 2011, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Timepeice

I find its hard to believe its real...I've had similar experiences with the gold president...30k watch on a cashiers salary? seems fishy if you ask me

You can find a used DD with bracelet for $6~$8K, he also may have been the store owner.

That being said, a DD is way to bling for me... my perfect all occasion go anywhere Rolex would be a SS Datejust, bulletproof and doesn't scream "LOOK AT ME".

Paul

T.S.Eliot · 17 December 2011, 05:37 AM

From the collection:

1. RG Daytona by far!
2. Harry Winston.
3. A Lange Sohne.

Nice collection.

Cheers,
K

bugawako · 17 December 2011, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by the gmt master

speaking more broadly, i would say the ss gmt iic - in my opinion, the best all-round watch money can buy today

+1

Boothroyd · 19 December 2011, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Of the ones in your collection, the AL&S Datograph. Speaking more broadly, I would say the SS GMT IIc - in my opinion, the best all-round watch money can buy today

Could you elaborate on your opinion regarding GMT IIC? Not disagreeing, but interested in your perspective vis-a-vis Sub, etc. Thank you.

The GMT Master · 19 December 2011, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Boothroyd

Could you elaborate on your opinion regarding GMT IIC? Not disagreeing, but interested in your perspective vis-a-vis Sub, etc. Thank you.

Of course, Daniel, here's what I wrote earlier today in response to the same question

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I've always had a bit of a thing for the GMT IIc. It was the first Rolex that I sold (a bi-metal, don't ask me how I managed to sell it, I had zero product knowledge at the time!), the first one that really caught my eye, and a really wonderful backstory.

The thing I particularly like about the GMT is that it is unquestionably the purest and most user-friendly GMT watch on the market. With the Submariner, although it is undoubtedly an extremely good diver's watch, there are a lot of brands that make diver's watches that are either equal or very close in quality to it. Its very much a crowded market, whilst the GMT is almost in a league of its own.

I also think the GMT complication is a very handy feature to have as well. You have almost the same functionality of the Sub (100m water resistance is more than enough for all bar professional divers), plus a very unusual complication. You also get a movement that is only used in two models within the range, whilst the venerable cal. 3135 is used in the vast majority of Rolexes. This, for me, creates a watch that both stands out visually and technically.

This is certainly my rationale when it comes to the GMT, I know some folks absolutely adore the Submariner, and I completely understand why. Just for me, the GMT is a real stand out watch in an already excellent range offered by Rolex

Chris

Riseman Weather · 17 December 2011, 05:32 AM

None of the busy dial chronographs I would choose as a daily watch to wear in my opinion.

opaline460 · 17 December 2011, 05:34 AM

The DD is stunning!

dddrees · 17 December 2011, 05:37 AM

Based on what you have I would chose the Day Date. Bracelets wear better as a daily watch in my opinion.

The GMTIIC would be my choice as the ultimate daily watch in my opinion.

Grey.Coupe · 17 December 2011, 05:46 AM

The only thing I would miss by wearing my RG DD all year is being able to read it in the dark...

Actsulb · 17 December 2011, 05:47 AM

I would wear the GMT II (coke), a watch for all seasons.

slawnyc · 17 December 2011, 05:54 AM

It sure goes to show how versatile a Rolex can be. Some horologists may disagree but if I had to chose only 1 watch to wear... It would be a Rolex.

TSW · 17 December 2011, 06:03 AM

A.L&S hands down!

Mickey® · 17 December 2011, 06:07 AM

Anyone of these three...
I think that is why I like/have them...I can wear each of them with a dress suit or a bathing suit...Of course some look slightly better in one occasion over another but they all work.

slawnyc · 17 December 2011, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Mickey®

Anyone of these three...
I think that is why I like/have them...I can wear each of them with a dress suit or a bathing suit...Of course some look slightly better in one occasion over another but they all work.

GREEN SUBMARINER 4 sure. Very nice!

FeelingTheBlues · 17 December 2011, 06:12 AM

My, way too many potential choices here! Can't I pick two!?

I think just for the sake of it I'd go with the RG Daytona!

eric23 · 17 December 2011, 06:20 AM

I would go with that RG Daytona

thewatchguy93 · 17 December 2011, 06:22 AM

Holy Mackrell!!!!

What a stunning varied collection you have!!!

Out of what you have, it would be the WG Daytona

17 December 2011, 06:14 AM	#9
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17 December 2011, 05:37 AM	#21
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	Based on what you have I would chose the Day Date. Bracelets wear better as a daily watch in my opinion. The GMTIIC would be my choice as the ultimate daily watch in my opinion. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

17 December 2011, 05:47 AM	#23
Actsulb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Ali Location: California Watch: GMT II (Coke) Posts: 1,746	I would wear the GMT II (coke), a watch for all seasons. __________________ A Crown for Every Achievement

17 December 2011, 06:03 AM	#25
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	A.L&S hands down! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

17 December 2011, 06:12 AM	#28
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	My, way too many potential choices here! Can't I pick two!? I think just for the sake of it I'd go with the RG Daytona! __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

17 December 2011, 05:18 AM	#2
CAPDSSD Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Huntington Bch CA Posts: 258	I have chosen and it's not one of those.

17 December 2011, 05:20 AM	#4
slawnyc Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: NYC Posts: 18	I meant any watch

17 December 2011, 05:25 AM	#6
Hydrographer Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Alan Location: Offshore Watch: 116610LN 116613LB Posts: 219	Would probabbly be the SubC LN for me

17 December 2011, 05:28 AM	#10
boogiebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: canada Watch: me post! Posts: 3,804	out of those watches posted i would pick that WG daytona. great collection BTW

17 December 2011, 05:31 AM	#11
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,149	Of the ones in your collection, the AL&S Datograph. Speaking more broadly, I would say the SS GMT IIc - in my opinion, the best all-round watch money can buy today

17 December 2011, 05:37 AM	#15
T.S.Eliot "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: K Location: KSA Watch: aholic Posts: 1,499	From the collection: 1. RG Daytona by far! 2. Harry Winston. 3. A Lange Sohne. Nice collection. Cheers, K

17 December 2011, 05:32 AM	#19
Riseman Weather Banned Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: U.S.A. Watch: G-Shock Riseman Posts: 198	None of the busy dial chronographs I would choose as a daily watch to wear in my opinion.

17 December 2011, 05:34 AM	#20
opaline460 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,385	The DD is stunning!

17 December 2011, 05:46 AM	#22
Grey.Coupe "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NC, USA Posts: 555	The only thing I would miss by wearing my RG DD all year is being able to read it in the dark...

17 December 2011, 05:54 AM	#24
slawnyc Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: NYC Posts: 18	It sure goes to show how versatile a Rolex can be. Some horologists may disagree but if I had to chose only 1 watch to wear... It would be a Rolex.

17 December 2011, 06:07 AM	#26
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	Anyone of these three... I think that is why I like/have them...I can wear each of them with a dress suit or a bathing suit...Of course some look slightly better in one occasion over another but they all work.

17 December 2011, 06:20 AM	#29
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	I would go with that RG Daytona

17 December 2011, 06:22 AM	#30
thewatchguy93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: thewatchguy Location: UK Watch: me buy gold.. Posts: 7,441	Holy Mackrell!!!! What a stunning varied collection you have!!! Out of what you have, it would be the WG Daytona __________________ Instagram.. @thewatchguy www.thewatchguyofficial.co.uk Got a GREEN Submariner 116610LV.. Visit the official thread here! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=179580 Don't forget to visit the Rolex & Attire thread too! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=215077

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