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GolfPunk · 15 June 2015, 05:15 AM

This picture shows that the precious metal (white gold, rose gold and platinum) Daytona are around 1mm bigger than the stainless steel 116520:

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superdog · 15 June 2015, 05:18 AM

It does? Please explain.

FTX I · 15 June 2015, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

It does?

Tony-GB · 15 June 2015, 05:26 AM

How do you work that out...?

GolfPunk · 15 June 2015, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

How do you work that out...?

Keep reading all my replies

GolfPunk · 1 July 2015, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

How do you work that out...?

Are you satisfied with the explanation now?

thewatchguy93 · 15 June 2015, 05:20 AM

They are identical sizes.

GolfPunk · 15 June 2015, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by thewatchguy93

They are identical sizes.

No they are not

GolfPunk · 1 July 2015, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by thewatchguy93

They are identical sizes.

Still feel this way??

perf0rmance · 15 June 2015, 05:20 AM

Are you sure you're not confusing what you're seeing with perspective?

GolfPunk · 15 June 2015, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by perf0rmance

Are you sure you're not confusing what you're seeing with perspective?

Quite sure! 100% sure in fact

perf0rmance · 15 June 2015, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by GolfPunk

Quite sure! 100% sure in fact

Ok. Well, I'm not going to argue as I don't know the answer personally. After reading the rest of the comments, you have to admit that your post was quite vague, thus the responses you've received.

Had you started with: "FACT - PM versions are slightly larger..." then you might have gotten more pleasant reactions.
My point: clearly convey the intent of your thread.

Thanks for sharing the info btw

Cheers

tylerad1 · 15 June 2015, 05:24 AM

So that's why precious metal Daytonas cost so much more than the stainless models!

AS1 · 15 June 2015, 05:30 AM

I wish my eyesight was good enough to discern a 1mm difference based on that.

Copasetic · 28 November 2015, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by AS1

I wish my eyesight was good enough to discern a 1mm difference based on that.

What he said!

GolfPunk · 28 November 2015, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Copasetic

What he said!

You don't need good eyesight to see it, you just need some eyesight it's that obvious

belligero · 28 November 2015, 02:17 AM

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Originally Posted by GolfPunk

You don't need good eyesight to see it, you just need some eyesight it's that obvious

I also find that it's a pretty obvious difference.

Though a caliper works, too:

ratty · 28 November 2015, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by GolfPunk

You don't need good eyesight to see it, you just need some eyesight it's that obvious

Everything is obvious if you know it's there. If you aren't or don't look for something you often don't see it. What is obvious to one person may not be so obvious to another.

GolfPunk · 28 November 2015, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by ratty

Everything is obvious if you know it's there. If you aren't or don't look for something you often don't see it. What is obvious to one person may not be so obvious to another.

I'm referring to the timing of his post and that he still doesn't see there's a difference after the entire thread has been read with obvious conclusive proof!

I know what you mean though 👍

slm9555 · 15 June 2015, 05:34 AM

It is true that the PM models have slightly thicker lugs and the crown guards are also larger. Any side by side pictures will show this difference. However, both models are 40mm.

dardeca · 27 November 2015, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by slm9555

It is true that the PM models have slightly thicker lugs and the crown guards are also larger. Any side by side pictures will show this difference. However, both models are 40mm.

^^this

GolfPunk · 15 June 2015, 05:38 AM

Both models are 'stated by Rolex' as 40mm.

In fact, the SS is 38.66mm the PM are 39.66mm.

If you look at the right hand side of the watch leading to the crown guards, you must surely notice there is more metal and the right hand lugs are also wider and not tapered like the SS Daytona??

This is FACT not my opinion!

tkerrmd · 15 June 2015, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by slm9555

It is true that the PM models have slightly thicker lugs and the crown guards are also larger. Any side by side pictures will show this difference. However, both models are 40mm.

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Originally Posted by GolfPunk

Both models are 'stated by Rolex' as 40mm.

In fact, the SS is 38.66mm the PM are 39.66mm.

If you look at the right hand side of the watch leading to the crown guards, you must surely notice there is more metal and the right hand lugs are also wider and not tapered like the SS Daytona??

This is FACT not my opinion!

Above are true...have both....easily see lug difference in my pic...

Blue Trident · 15 June 2015, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

Above are true...have both....easily see lug difference in my pic...

Wonderful close-up comparison, Tom. In fact, I noticed the differences between the SS versus the PM Daytona at an AD. And, your amazing photo makes this interesting difference very visible, indeed.

tkerrmd · 15 June 2015, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Blue Trident

Wonderful close-up comparison, Tom. In fact, I noticed the differences between the SS versus the PM Daytona at an AD. And, your amazing photo makes this interesting difference very visible, indeed.

Thanks my friend!!

gummy · 30 June 2015, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

Above are true...have both....easily see lug difference in my pic...

That's cool...Thanks for posting!

A little more platinum never a bad thing!

DoctorA · 13 January 2019, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

Above are true...have both....easily see lug difference in my pic...

But you’re comparing two different bezels (ceramic and ss)
I measured both the ss 500c and platinum and they’re identical
The dial color can give the illusion of the size difference

GolfPunk · 30 January 2019, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by DoctorA

But you’re comparing two different bezels (ceramic and ss)
I measured both the ss 500c and platinum and they’re identical
The dial color can give the illusion of the size difference

The Daytona size difference has nothing to do with the bezels, it’s the right hand lugs.

Devildog · 31 January 2019, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by DoctorA

But you’re comparing two different bezels (ceramic and ss)
I measured both the ss 500c and platinum and they’re identical
The dial color can give the illusion of the size difference

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Originally Posted by GolfPunk

The Daytona size difference has nothing to do with the bezels, it’s the right hand lugs.

Gary is correct (and always has been)

SS Daytonas have asymetric cases. The right hand lugs are notably thinner than the left. This picture below (and explanation from Rolex) makes it abundantly clear.

Its why I don't particularly like them. I cannot unsee the lack of symmetry.

All of the PM cases (except the YG on oyster) have completely symmetrical cases (making them 1mm larger in cases size) and the lugs curve down more too. I'll try and find a picture of that aspect.

breitlings · 15 June 2015, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by golfpunk

both models are 'stated by rolex' as 40mm.

In fact, the ss is 38.66mm the pm are 39.66mm.

If you look at the right hand side of the watch leading to the crown guards, you must surely notice there is more metal and the right hand lugs are also wider and not tapered like the ss daytona??

This is fact not my opinion!

+1.

15 June 2015, 05:15 AM	#1
GolfPunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: UK Watch: WG Daytona Posts: 4,395	Daytona:Size of PM versus SS This picture shows that the precious metal (white gold, rose gold and platinum) Daytona are around 1mm bigger than the stainless steel 116520: image.jpg __________________ ♕ Rolex DateJust 1601 Buckley Birth Year 1972 ♕ Breitling Chronomat 47 mm GMT Limited

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superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,681	It does? Please explain. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

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15 June 2015, 05:20 AM	#7
thewatchguy93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: thewatchguy Location: UK Watch: me buy gold.. Posts: 7,441	They are identical sizes. __________________ 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

15 June 2015, 05:38 AM	#22
GolfPunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: UK Watch: WG Daytona Posts: 4,395	Both models are 'stated by Rolex' as 40mm. In fact, the SS is 38.66mm the PM are 39.66mm. If you look at the right hand side of the watch leading to the crown guards, you must surely notice there is more metal and the right hand lugs are also wider and not tapered like the SS Daytona?? This is FACT not my opinion! __________________ ♕ Rolex DateJust 1601 Buckley Birth Year 1972 ♕ Breitling Chronomat 47 mm GMT Limited

15 June 2015, 05:20 AM	#10
perf0rmance "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 116234 Posts: 109	Are you sure you're not confusing what you're seeing with perspective?

15 June 2015, 05:24 AM	#13
tylerad1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: MI Posts: 812	So that's why precious metal Daytonas cost so much more than the stainless models!

15 June 2015, 05:30 AM	#14
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	I wish my eyesight was good enough to discern a 1mm difference based on that.

15 June 2015, 05:34 AM	#20
slm9555 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 614	It is true that the PM models have slightly thicker lugs and the crown guards are also larger. Any side by side pictures will show this difference. However, both models are 40mm.

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