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Dr.Mehr · 16 November 2023, 10:24 AM

Dear members of the TRF community,

After years of collecting, during which I was blessed to have acquired the Hulk, GMT's in steel (Pepsi and TT Rootbeer), and the Skydweller in both white and blue. Now, I am now considering adding the President to my collection.

Initially, I was set on getting the white gold version. However, after comparing both the rose gold and white gold in person at my local AD, I am now undecided. Although the AD did not have the Day dates with the olive dial that I prefer, the comparison of the metals was still helpful.

Based on my skin tone, I feel that the white gold would make a more noticeable statement, which is something I prefer to avoid. As a result, I am leaning towards the rose gold with the olive dial instead of the white gold with the olive dial.

I would love to hear your opinions on this matter!

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avv2001 · 16 November 2023, 10:30 AM

I know you want to be more understated — but that WG blue dial looks absolutely epic on you. That’s what I would do :)

KY.. · 16 November 2023, 10:37 AM

White gold would be more understated because it’s so close to SS.
Rose gold jumps off the arm and sings I’m a Rolex!

Rollei35 · 16 November 2023, 10:38 AM

Have you tried YG with black dial? I think it would look good on your skin tone.
But understating is the least factor I would consider when buying a DD. Because no matter what you choose DD is never understating

S’portEye · 16 November 2023, 10:40 AM

White gold does not make a statement on anyone. It’s stealth.

Dr.Mehr · 16 November 2023, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by avv2001

I know you want to be more understated — but that WG blue dial looks absolutely epic on you. That’s what I would do :)

Thank You !

1665fan · 16 November 2023, 11:44 AM

Wg

Rollei35 · 16 November 2023, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by avv2001

I know you want to be more understated — but that WG blue dial looks absolutely epic on you. That’s what I would do :)

I disagree.
WG looks epic not because it's WG but because of its blue dial.
YG or RG with green/olive dial will be more epic.

carwash66 · 16 November 2023, 11:53 AM

The WG looks amazing. Good luck.

Mystro · 16 November 2023, 11:57 AM

At this price point it better “scream” to you which one is absolutely THE one. If none does then pass and keep looking. This is not a watch to compromise with because it may be currently available.

Kiddodoc · 16 November 2023, 12:29 PM

The RG is gorgeous and is much more opulent than the WG and the lighting does not do the WG DD any justice as in different lighting it is stunning. I think if they made the blue dial with baguettes it would be out of this world. Good luck on your choice but agree with the other poster..........make damn sure you love it.

6SpeedTA95 · 16 November 2023, 12:30 PM

So here's an unpopular take. I love...I LOVE and ADORE Rolex rose gold. It's stunning.

BUT

On a day date? It looks all wrong. The day date is just too formal I think? It needs to be white gold or yellow gold.

ap1 · 16 November 2023, 12:37 PM

I’ve owned the wg blue and wg olive. I know it’s popular, but the blue is nuts. I’d pick that for your tone

TomCarter · 16 November 2023, 01:00 PM

No RG for me, the WG looks good on you. Personally I prefer YG DD.

ltmgeller · 16 November 2023, 01:02 PM

Blue dial all the way

Kenny G · 16 November 2023, 01:12 PM

Both look good. The RG sort of blends into your skin tone for a monotone look if that’s what you’re looking for. The WG does pop more just due to the greater contrast.

Before you buy either, I’d at least try on a YG DD. IMO, it’s the DD…but it’s not for everyone and might be a lot more flash than you’re looking for.

David5807 · 16 November 2023, 01:13 PM

The contrast of the WG with your skin tone makes it look more noticeable to me. The RG seems more subdued on you despite it being gold, so my vote goes there.

BriansRolex · 16 November 2023, 06:22 PM

I have that exact RG DD40 so that's my vote!

Flex368 · 16 November 2023, 06:55 PM

I think the choice here should be between the WG and YG version.

WG looks very nice.

Gmt+10 · 16 November 2023, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6SpeedTA95

So here's an unpopular take. I love...I LOVE and ADORE Rolex rose gold. It's stunning.

BUT

On a day date? It looks all wrong. The day date is just too formal I think? It needs to be white gold or yellow gold.

Definitely an unpopular one. Day date is still considered a sport watch from what I've read here in the forums. It's just more dressy.

Formal to me are on a strap and many are offered in rose gold.

chris007 · 16 November 2023, 08:05 PM

Wg :)

travisb · 16 November 2023, 08:19 PM

The WG looks great on you!

mario1971 · 16 November 2023, 08:38 PM

RG looks better.

HL65 · 16 November 2023, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mario1971

rg looks better.

x2

DoricSpiker · 16 November 2023, 08:49 PM

I would go WG but as someone else said, don't dismiss the YG versions. Could work for you to.

brandrea · 16 November 2023, 08:49 PM

I’ll throw you a curve ball … you should try the YG as well, just to compare.

1William · 16 November 2023, 10:19 PM

The WG is the one. Blue or green dial. The RG is not my favorite.

PenDelicate · 16 November 2023, 10:25 PM

RG looks more subtle on you. WG looks more noticeable.

sys999 · 16 November 2023, 11:30 PM

WG looks more subtle. More skin contrast, but less “I’m an all gold Rolex” statement if you are concerned about that.

Also the earth hues on the RG always to be look like a wall of rose/pink and too much for me in 40mm.

samson66 · 16 November 2023, 11:45 PM

For your skin tone the white gold works better. I'd still like to see a YG piece tho.

16 November 2023, 10:24 AM	#1
Dr.Mehr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Europe Posts: 682	White gold VS Rose gold Day Date 40 Dear members of the TRF community, After years of collecting, during which I was blessed to have acquired the Hulk, GMT's in steel (Pepsi and TT Rootbeer), and the Skydweller in both white and blue. Now, I am now considering adding the President to my collection. Initially, I was set on getting the white gold version. However, after comparing both the rose gold and white gold in person at my local AD, I am now undecided. Although the AD did not have the Day dates with the olive dial that I prefer, the comparison of the metals was still helpful. Based on my skin tone, I feel that the white gold would make a more noticeable statement, which is something I prefer to avoid. As a result, I am leaning towards the rose gold with the olive dial instead of the white gold with the olive dial. I would love to hear your opinions on this matter! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 November 2023, 10:37 AM	#3
KY.. 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Real Name: Keith Location: California Watch: 60s to 90s Posts: 1,269	White gold would be more understated because it’s so close to SS. Rose gold jumps off the arm and sings I’m a Rolex! __________________ Just an admirer/enthusiast of vintage Rolex/Heuer/Zenith/Breitling/Hamilton watches since the 80’s… ”I Do Love The Details, But I Can Choose If I Accept The Flaws…”

16 November 2023, 10:38 AM	#4
Rollei35 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: NYC Posts: 283	Have you tried YG with black dial? I think it would look good on your skin tone. But understating is the least factor I would consider when buying a DD. Because no matter what you choose DD is never understating __________________ Rolex:126234 \| 124060 \| 126622 Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar

16 November 2023, 11:53 AM	#9
carwash66 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Watch: Rolex/Tudor Posts: 1,420	The WG looks amazing. Good luck. __________________ The Times They Are A-Changin' - Bob Dylan

16 November 2023, 11:57 AM	#10
Mystro 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 14,909	At this price point it better “scream” to you which one is absolutely THE one. If none does then pass and keep looking. This is not a watch to compromise with because it may be currently available. __________________

16 November 2023, 10:30 AM	#2
avv2001 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: California Posts: 36	I know you want to be more understated — but that WG blue dial looks absolutely epic on you. That’s what I would do :)

16 November 2023, 10:40 AM	#5
S’portEye "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: Shreveport Posts: 1,169	White gold does not make a statement on anyone. It’s stealth.

16 November 2023, 11:44 AM	#7
1665fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: East coast Posts: 6,630	Wg

16 November 2023, 12:29 PM	#11
Kiddodoc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: Texas Watch: 15 and counting! Posts: 3,510	The RG is gorgeous and is much more opulent than the WG and the lighting does not do the WG DD any justice as in different lighting it is stunning. I think if they made the blue dial with baguettes it would be out of this world. Good luck on your choice but agree with the other poster..........make damn sure you love it.

16 November 2023, 12:30 PM	#12
6SpeedTA95 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Oklahoma Watch: Planet Ocean Posts: 36	So here's an unpopular take. I love...I LOVE and ADORE Rolex rose gold. It's stunning. BUT On a day date? It looks all wrong. The day date is just too formal I think? It needs to be white gold or yellow gold.

16 November 2023, 12:37 PM	#13
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,182	I’ve owned the wg blue and wg olive. I know it’s popular, but the blue is nuts. I’d pick that for your tone

16 November 2023, 01:00 PM	#14
TomCarter "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: USA Posts: 231	No RG for me, the WG looks good on you. Personally I prefer YG DD.

16 November 2023, 01:02 PM	#15
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,658	Blue dial all the way __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

16 November 2023, 01:12 PM	#16
Kenny G "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 961	Both look good. The RG sort of blends into your skin tone for a monotone look if that’s what you’re looking for. The WG does pop more just due to the greater contrast. Before you buy either, I’d at least try on a YG DD. IMO, it’s the DD…but it’s not for everyone and might be a lot more flash than you’re looking for.

16 November 2023, 01:13 PM	#17
David5807 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,664	The contrast of the WG with your skin tone makes it look more noticeable to me. The RG seems more subdued on you despite it being gold, so my vote goes there.

16 November 2023, 06:22 PM	#18
BriansRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: United States Posts: 525	I have that exact RG DD40 so that's my vote!

16 November 2023, 06:55 PM	#19
Flex368 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Felix Location: GMT +1 Watch: Yes! Posts: 2,988	I think the choice here should be between the WG and YG version. WG looks very nice.

16 November 2023, 08:05 PM	#21
chris007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Paris Posts: 95	Wg :)

16 November 2023, 08:19 PM	#22
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,539	The WG looks great on you!

16 November 2023, 08:38 PM	#23
mario1971 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: Mariusz Location: Poland, EU Watch: Rolex, ALS Posts: 2,546	RG looks better. __________________ This is my opinion and I fully support it

16 November 2023, 08:49 PM	#25
DoricSpiker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,299	I would go WG but as someone else said, don't dismiss the YG versions. Could work for you to.

16 November 2023, 08:49 PM	#26
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,699	I’ll throw you a curve ball … you should try the YG as well, just to compare.

16 November 2023, 10:19 PM	#27
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 45,504	The WG is the one. Blue or green dial. The RG is not my favorite.

16 November 2023, 10:25 PM	#28
PenDelicate "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Stockholm Watch: P-serial 116518 Posts: 1,169	RG looks more subtle on you. WG looks more noticeable.

16 November 2023, 11:30 PM	#29
sys999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: USA Posts: 50	WG looks more subtle. More skin contrast, but less “I’m an all gold Rolex” statement if you are concerned about that. Also the earth hues on the RG always to be look like a wall of rose/pink and too much for me in 40mm.

16 November 2023, 11:45 PM	#30
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,117	For your skin tone the white gold works better. I'd still like to see a YG piece tho.

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