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3 December 2022, 05:31 AM | #1 |
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I'm thinking of taking myself off of the waiting list
... for a blue Skydweller on oyster. The unobtainable that I probably will never get. But at 42mm, it's really a bit too big for my svelte wrists, and although I think it's gorgeous and I love the complications, I'm afraid that I'll just look like a clown wearing it.
Even the Sub wears a bit large on me. The 39mm OP is a better fit, I just don't like the watch! LOL What is a boy to do? I might be forced to buy another Omega. And before you suggest it, yes, the Daytona fits, but I can't tell what time it is on any of them except for the WG blue face edition, which I can't afford.
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3 December 2022, 05:37 AM | #3 |
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You probably weren’t on it anyway
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3 December 2022, 05:38 AM | #4 |
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It’s a great complication, and really unrivalled in that price bracket. Size however can be an issue it’s pretty big.
I can’t speak on ownership of the blue, but I have black and white and when I switch from one to the other the black looks deceivingly smaller by quite a lot. |
3 December 2022, 05:40 AM | #5 | |
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3 December 2022, 05:42 AM | #6 |
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3 December 2022, 07:12 AM | #7 |
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3 December 2022, 07:19 AM | #8 |
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There are no waiting lists so nothing to worry about.
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3 December 2022, 07:21 AM | #9 |
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3 December 2022, 07:24 AM | #10 |
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Ask to switch to a 36mm DJ blue dial! Go classic size:-)
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3 December 2022, 07:26 AM | #11 |
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why not consider a Day-Date - especially in WG?
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3 December 2022, 07:47 AM | #12 |
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For grins, remain on the list and report back in ___ years how long it took to “get the call.”
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3 December 2022, 07:48 AM | #13 |
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I just got offered a rose gold skydweller with black face at msrp. Brand new.
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3 December 2022, 07:52 AM | #14 |
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If the Daytona fits you well, try the YM40. Awesome watch with great dials and platinum bezel!
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3 December 2022, 08:43 AM | #15 |
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Never go off the list. If and when one shows up, you may think differently.
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3 December 2022, 08:45 AM | #16 |
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Finally someone who knows that you need to pick the right watch for the right wrist. Lugs sticking out is not a good look!
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3 December 2022, 08:48 AM | #17 |
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Stay on the list, buy it, and flip it for profit!
If Rolex is going to endorse a CPO program where ADs can charge market prices for used watches then we as consumers should be able to reap some of the profits as well. *ducks* |
3 December 2022, 09:16 AM | #18 |
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3 December 2022, 09:26 AM | #19 | |
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My thought too. Can always pass. Or if they offer a consolation piece, may be something he wants. Or, ask what he may be able to get into in a reasonable timeframe. Having a smaller wrist, more obtainable pieces come to mind. I have a smaller wrist and love the OPs. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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3 December 2022, 09:30 AM | #20 |
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I'm thinking of taking myself off of the waiting list
I tried the skydweller fascinated by the movement and complication
And promptly said “not for me” despite one being available on offer. I found it too large to be practical. Find the watch you love. Or several! I ended up with the DJ36 blue fluted jubilee to satisfy my classic model fix. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
3 December 2022, 09:33 AM | #21 |
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The obvious answer is go for a a blue DJ41 which measures to 39.5mm and wears a lot smaller than a sub. If you can wear a OP39 but prefer the looks of the Sky-D then this is literally the best option.
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3 December 2022, 09:36 AM | #22 |
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Go after a 36mm or 41mm DJ with blue face. Both are smaller than SkyD, both have excellent blue, classic and easy to read.
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3 December 2022, 10:01 AM | #23 |
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This. I've been taken off every single waiting list I ever joined.
Some of the "reasons": - Oh we did away with that paper registration years ago. You must re-register. - Those texts or emails to your SA don't count. You must re-register. - That SA you worked with? She is no longer with us. I don't see your registration. You must re-register. - Oh you live out of state? Sorry, your registration is not valid The only registration that counts is ~$50k spend. |
3 December 2022, 10:24 AM | #24 |
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Hold for 3 years with sole purpose to resell?
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3 December 2022, 11:35 AM | #25 |
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I never understand when people say they can't tell the time on the Daytona. I don't have the greatest eyesight either.
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3 December 2022, 12:00 PM | #26 |
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3 December 2022, 12:21 PM | #27 | |
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3 December 2022, 01:19 PM | #28 |
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No need. They don't really keep a list.
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3 December 2022, 01:21 PM | #29 |
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The list you were never on? Okay.
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3 December 2022, 11:20 PM | #30 |
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Thanks to those who made positive comments. I will take another look at the DJ.
As for the YM, btdt, it's a great watch, but too monochrome for me.
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