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joli160 · 12 October 2018, 09:14 PM

The DD is the ultimate Rolex

afaber12 · 12 October 2018, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Jake B

1- Classic Rolex Oyster case.
2- Available in 36mm size.
4- Incredibly vast selection of dial colours, markers, hands, bezels, bracelets, metals, finishes, etc..
5- The excellent President bracelet is only available on it.
6- Day-Date dials are very clean.
7- Produced only in precious metals.

pic borrowed from the net-- credit to unknown photographer

And that black onyx... just bananas!

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Roll the Lex · 12 October 2018, 09:33 PM

I like the president bracelet looks, the dial options, the day complication- I’ve pretty much owned only watches with a date complication, and the pm only options. I also like how it has a classic design that has withstood the test of time.

If they make a easy link bracelet? Oh boy...

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Innocenti · 12 October 2018, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Jace

There is a definite appeal to precious metals. It’s one of the few Rolexes that are that way. It’s interesting to think of that considering the speculative prices of stainless steel watch is nowadays but at the end of the day precious metal is always valuable.

The bracelet and the case and the size make for an amazing time piece. It’s not a sports watch but it’s not a dress watch. It really serves both purposes extremely well.

It’s value lies in its simplicity and its power to create reaction. It’s durable and easy to read.

I agree on the DD 40 platinum.

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Very pretty

katch · 12 October 2018, 09:35 PM

As i get older I find myself drawn to the classics. The classics are the classics for a reason

Innocenti · 12 October 2018, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanmarsenille

Seriously?

Yeah I would imagine if you had a mild case of dementia having a watch that tells you the day of the week and date would probably be very helpful.
This isn’t meant to be mocking by the way.

Innocenti · 12 October 2018, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by crowncollection

Of why they are special needs explaining to you, it’s obvious you will never get it

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Little bit rude , I think (it’s a little hard to understand what you’re implying)

Innocenti · 12 October 2018, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by katch

As i get older I find myself drawn to the classics. The classics are the classics for a reason

I’m in the same boat

Understated simple and easy to read

subprimero · 12 October 2018, 10:11 PM

My father and godfather both had a Day Date. So purchasing one when I had the opportunity was a way to remember both of them.

Innocenti · 12 October 2018, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by subprimero

My father and godfather both had a Day Date. So purchasing one when I had the opportunity was a way to remember both of them.

Perfect !

rmlovett1 · 12 October 2018, 11:05 PM

The complications are nice....you could argue...who needs to know the weekday...but that’s part of the history and appeal. The date being most important for me. I love the DD40....I love the DD history, the proportions, the bracelet and bezel, and the fact it is only in PM (I prefer PM pieces). It’s iconic and always relevant, an all-around, do everything, watch!

zjd168 · 13 October 2018, 12:29 AM

the president bracelet in YG is so irresistible, and this model is almost a symbol of what most people first coming to their mind when imaging a rolex watch.

marcotagudelo · 13 October 2018, 01:53 AM

was my grail since i saw the movie with alec baldwin glengary glenn ross.
got it in white DD40 silver quadrant with romans... stil have remorse after 5 months of
purchase when i wear it but its for a little while jeje

Phrank · 13 October 2018, 03:11 AM

Yes, what's not to love about the DD, now into my second week of ownership, and can't seem to take it off my wrist....

Rolex, A serial, 18238 Day-Date, silver dial.....

pickettt · 13 October 2018, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by marcotagudelo

was my grail since i saw the movie with alec baldwin glengary glenn ross.

I've got a SS Datejust worth more than my car

marcotagudelo · 13 October 2018, 03:21 AM

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Originally Posted by pickettt

I've got a SS Datejust worth more than my car

Hahahahaha epic

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schro · 13 October 2018, 04:09 PM

Love my 118209... with the oyster bracelet it's totally under the radar... wearing it every day as my only watch...

Cauhauna · 13 October 2018, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

What is the appeal of paying thousands of dollars for something that just tells the time?

In other words, if you don't get it...we can't explain it to you.

yep, close thread.

HK Islandboy · 13 October 2018, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Vipes

The look is iconic. The main appeal for me is the presidential bracelet. Elegant and well made but one of the most comfortable bracelets.

Agreed.

The WG DD is, IMHO, is a case-study in understated elegance

Maiden · 13 October 2018, 05:41 PM

I agree with everything said. Sometimes a pic sums it up for me.

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Twisted Vicar · 13 October 2018, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Innocenti

Is it just the fact it’s a more prestigious model , indicating more wealth , success?

Yes, but I sometimes get them mixed up because they are both gold, they both tell the time, day and date.

I own and wear both with impunity

Amex4711 · 14 October 2018, 06:59 AM

DD are really amazing especially the older ones - 1803

danwatchdill · 14 October 2018, 07:34 AM

Rolex describes the DD as it's most "prestigious model," so even they love it best!

CNDguy · 14 October 2018, 07:54 AM

Yeah I mean it’s a feeling I guess. Like some other ppl have said, not really something you can explain. For me a yellow gold Champaign dial 36mm is the absolute ultimate. Until then my Datejust and Tudor “Vice President” will have to do. Something about a 36mm oyster to me is just perfection in every way

DahMan · 14 October 2018, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeyV

For me, the DateJust (and the Day Date) are THE quintessential Rolex.

I have zero interest in the sport models. (This is a good thing for me and all of you!)

The look, the jubilee bracelet, the proportions, the fluted bezel, are what I think of when I think Rolex.

The date is super handy for me. I usually know what day of the week it is (MTWTF) but often, at work, or dating something, of if you forgot about an appointment, it's super handy. Plus the cyclops---so very classic Rolex.

Got me a DJ41 TT Champagne/Jubilee, and the next one will be a DayDate-40.

Thank God I don't have a compulsion to have every bezel option they offer on the GMTs!

I too have a DJ41, along with a sub, I was disappointed that the DJ41 on TT, didn’t have a hidden clasp, hence traded for WG, Blue Stick, Oyster.
I wish Rolex offered hidden clasp on DJ41, and I would go TT again.
I know they can slot a 5mm adjustment, and now they want me to buy a day/date..
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Drive · 14 October 2018, 10:24 AM

For me personally a sign of some success, or luck maybe.

Just got this on Thursday.

CFF92AF8-BE34-489A-B511-8DCEE54F29E3.jpeg

nyc2la · 14 October 2018, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Drive

For me personally a sign of some success, or luck maybe.

Just got this on Thursday.

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Congrats!

rgwrjs · 14 October 2018, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by huncho

the president bracelet is the biggest appeal to it imo

Completely agree. I have both DJ and DD and there is no comparison. I do not use or care about the day function, but the DD gets the vast majority of my wrist time.

schro · 22 April 2019, 01:20 AM

glamorama · 22 April 2019, 01:33 AM

Some ppl like to pretend they are, or aspire to be, divers or pilots others President.

13 October 2018, 04:09 PM	#77
schro "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: :-) Location: Germany Watch: 114270, 118209 Posts: 216	Love my 118209... with the oyster bracelet it's totally under the radar... wearing it every day as my only watch... __________________ "Forget the watch - discover the time!" (Walter Ludin)

13 October 2018, 05:41 PM	#80
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,650	I agree with everything said. Sometimes a pic sums it up for me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

14 October 2018, 06:59 AM	#82
Amex4711 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Thomas Location: Germany Watch: yes of course Posts: 1,889	DD are really amazing especially the older ones - 1803 __________________ current Rolex collection: to much......

22 April 2019, 01:20 AM	#89
schro "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: :-) Location: Germany Watch: 114270, 118209 Posts: 216	__________________ "Forget the watch - discover the time!" (Walter Ludin)

12 October 2018, 09:33 PM	#63
Roll the Lex "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,842	I like the president bracelet looks, the dial options, the day complication- I’ve pretty much owned only watches with a date complication, and the pm only options. I also like how it has a classic design that has withstood the test of time. If they make a easy link bracelet? Oh boy... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 October 2018, 09:35 PM	#65
katch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: NY Posts: 15	As i get older I find myself drawn to the classics. The classics are the classics for a reason

12 October 2018, 10:11 PM	#69
subprimero "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: John Location: Texas Watch: 14060 Posts: 3,431	My father and godfather both had a Day Date. So purchasing one when I had the opportunity was a way to remember both of them.

12 October 2018, 11:05 PM	#71
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,509	The complications are nice....you could argue...who needs to know the weekday...but that’s part of the history and appeal. The date being most important for me. I love the DD40....I love the DD history, the proportions, the bracelet and bezel, and the fact it is only in PM (I prefer PM pieces). It’s iconic and always relevant, an all-around, do everything, watch!

13 October 2018, 12:29 AM	#72
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	the president bracelet in YG is so irresistible, and this model is almost a symbol of what most people first coming to their mind when imaging a rolex watch.

13 October 2018, 01:53 AM	#73
marcotagudelo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: in my house Posts: 357	was my grail since i saw the movie with alec baldwin glengary glenn ross. got it in white DD40 silver quadrant with romans... stil have remorse after 5 months of purchase when i wear it but its for a little while jeje

14 October 2018, 07:34 AM	#83
danwatchdill "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Dan Location: NYC Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 34	Rolex describes the DD as it's most "prestigious model," so even they love it best!

14 October 2018, 07:54 AM	#84
CNDguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Sean Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: 16234/Speedy Posts: 182	Yeah I mean it’s a feeling I guess. Like some other ppl have said, not really something you can explain. For me a yellow gold Champaign dial 36mm is the absolute ultimate. Until then my Datejust and Tudor “Vice President” will have to do. Something about a 36mm oyster to me is just perfection in every way

14 October 2018, 10:24 AM	#86
Drive "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Mn Watch: Wife has way more Posts: 185	For me personally a sign of some success, or luck maybe. Just got this on Thursday. CFF92AF8-BE34-489A-B511-8DCEE54F29E3.jpeg

22 April 2019, 01:33 AM	#90
glamorama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Dan Location: Benelux Posts: 1,919	Some ppl like to pretend they are, or aspire to be, divers or pilots others President.

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