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donq · 28 July 2015, 04:22 AM

Which do you prefer?

brandrea · 28 July 2015, 04:28 AM

I've tried both on rather recently, (last week in fact). To me the size difference is quite noticeable, especially the thickness of the case, which doesn't seem to get mentioned here much.

Overall the DD40 is better proportioned, at least to my eye. Nothing wrong with the Dd2, but I'm glad I held off.

Aesthetics aside, the new movement alone would push me toward this piece.

jjnd08 · 28 July 2015, 04:30 AM

Haven't tried the DD40 yet, but I like it much better in pictures.

However, if I were looking for a Roman Numerals dial, I'd probably go DDII. I don't like the Roman layout on the 40.

tkerrmd · 28 July 2015, 04:33 AM

well the new movement would do it for me for the DD40

Eric Chan · 28 July 2015, 04:46 AM

DD 40 for me. I still think the DD II is an amazing reference, but if I had to choose, the DD 40 would be my choice.

watchwatcher · 28 July 2015, 05:00 AM

Both great...but as Tom said, the movement would swing it for me if I was in the market for one.

HL65 · 28 July 2015, 05:11 AM

Love the DD 40 just not crazy about the dials. The new RN's look bad to me so hopefully they go back to older style or change them up. The one exception is the new platinum which I do rather like.

SearChart · 28 July 2015, 05:14 AM

Can't afford either but the DDII never got my juices flowing and the new 40 platinum with that 'wafer' pattern dial is just stunning.

AK-Rolestar · 28 July 2015, 05:23 AM

I chose DDII.

I am warming up to the new DD40 but like others have stated, I also am not a huge fan of the deconstructed romans.

Surprisingly, liked the baguette diamond dial that a member posted here a while back though.

PerioBear · 28 July 2015, 05:27 AM

I prefer the DD2. I haven't seen a DD40 dial that I like.

gummy · 28 July 2015, 05:29 AM

Either way DD40 or DDII - love the the platinum...

osamu · 28 July 2015, 05:32 AM

I really love the new dials. I think it adds an element of interest that was missing from the DD previously. Like the tapestry dial of the AP or the lines on the 5711, I really like the added texture. I haven't seen them in person yet either, but I feel like the 40mm would fit me a lot better too.

Numberjack · 28 July 2015, 05:38 AM

This poll will be pretty one sided in favour of the 40mm I think.
As an owner I am probably somewhat biased and voted for the DDII.
I prefer the dial options on the DDII and I don't mind the extra size.
I have read lots about the 40mm being "more elegant" but as I wear mine as an everyday sports style watch I think the proportions and size of the DDII suit what I want from the watch.
Hope that makes sense

ronricks · 28 July 2015, 05:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I've tried both on rather recently, (last week in fact). To me the size difference is quite noticeable, especially the thickness of the case, which doesn't seem to get mentioned here much.

Overall the DD40 is better proportioned, at least to my eye. Nothing wrong with the Dd2, but I'm glad I held off.

Aesthetics aside, the new movement alone would push me toward this piece.

agree that the movement alone is reason to go with the DD40 over the DDII.

rudegar · 28 July 2015, 05:50 AM

Interesting the debate of 40 v 41 compared to cars where you pick your size. While nobody would have trouble distinguishing a BMW 135i from a 750iL, try a 2 v 3 v 4 v 5. I'm a BMW fanatic and I sometimes doubletake distinguishing a 3 series from a 5 series... We WISs are parsing 1mm!

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Jaycnyp · 28 July 2015, 06:15 AM

For me the curves are just different enough that I'm swayed to the DD40. Though the DD2 is still an amazing piece.

997.2 · 28 July 2015, 06:23 AM

DD2 is just gaudy.

Way too big and the proportions are cancerous and made for rappers. Just my opinion of course.

Dd>>dd40>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>rapperDD IMHO

captainnice · 28 July 2015, 06:23 AM

DayDate 40

dadonn2 · 28 July 2015, 07:16 AM

I like the DD II for its "disproportion." To my eyes, it looks a little bolder and sportier, hence versatile. This is by no means a knock on the relatively understated elegance of the new DD.

Racerdj · 28 July 2015, 07:46 AM

This and the new dials! The new platinum is a home run IMO!

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

well the new movement would do it for me for the DD40

kunlun · 28 July 2015, 08:45 AM

DD40 all the way, but I understand that the DD2 really works for some folks.

daytonaTBR · 28 July 2015, 10:51 AM

Prefer the new 40

rudegar · 28 July 2015, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 997.2

DD2 is just gaudy.

Way too big and the proportions are cancerous and made for rappers. Just my opinion of course.

Dd>>dd40>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>rapperDD IMHO

Wow. No offense but as a DD II owner and a DD 40 wanna be, I continue to be bemused by some of the strong opinions. I like them both. Its 1mm different. That's 2 1/2%. You are correct that the DD II is bolder then the DD 40 and perhaps less aesthetically correct if the 36mm is the reference. But its pretty understated (especially WG and Pt).

adawil2002 · 28 July 2015, 11:52 AM

Not a fan of the thick fluted bezel of the DDII.

kneedeep · 28 July 2015, 12:12 PM

Platinum DD40 is what tempts me the most of all the Rolex PMs.

Nidal · 28 July 2015, 12:20 PM

DD40 is timeless size not to mention the new movement

TimeOnHand · 28 July 2015, 12:31 PM

Tried on the DD 40 and loved it. Perfect size! Now if they came out with some really "wow" dials!

BNA/LION · 28 July 2015, 12:36 PM

DayDate 40

GradyPhilpott · 28 July 2015, 01:15 PM

DD40, based solely on pictures.

I can't wait to see one in real life.

kilyung · 28 July 2015, 01:26 PM

I still love my DD2 but would consider getting RG DD40.

View Poll Results: DayDate 40 Vs. DayDate II
DayDate 40	237	76.21%
DayDate II	74	23.79%
Voters: 311. You may not vote on this poll

28 July 2015, 04:22 AM	#1
donq "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas tx Watch: 16610,1675,16030 Posts: 1,135	DayDate40 VS DayDate II Which do you prefer?

28 July 2015, 04:30 AM	#3
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,605	Haven't tried the DD40 yet, but I like it much better in pictures. However, if I were looking for a Roman Numerals dial, I'd probably go DDII. I don't like the Roman layout on the 40. __________________ ---------------------- Instagram: watchesandchickensandwiches

28 July 2015, 04:46 AM	#5
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	DD 40 for me. I still think the DD II is an amazing reference, but if I had to choose, the DD 40 would be my choice. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016

28 July 2015, 05:11 AM	#7
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,450	Love the DD 40 just not crazy about the dials. The new RN's look bad to me so hopefully they go back to older style or change them up. The one exception is the new platinum which I do rather like. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

28 July 2015, 04:28 AM	#2
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,952	I've tried both on rather recently, (last week in fact). To me the size difference is quite noticeable, especially the thickness of the case, which doesn't seem to get mentioned here much. Overall the DD40 is better proportioned, at least to my eye. Nothing wrong with the Dd2, but I'm glad I held off. Aesthetics aside, the new movement alone would push me toward this piece.

28 July 2015, 04:33 AM	#4
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	well the new movement would do it for me for the DD40

28 July 2015, 05:00 AM	#6
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,509	Both great...but as Tom said, the movement would swing it for me if I was in the market for one.

28 July 2015, 05:23 AM	#9
AK-Rolestar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Toronto Watch: Sub Posts: 834	I chose DDII. I am warming up to the new DD40 but like others have stated, I also am not a huge fan of the deconstructed romans. Surprisingly, liked the baguette diamond dial that a member posted here a while back though.

28 July 2015, 05:27 AM	#10
PerioBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 758	I prefer the DD2. I haven't seen a DD40 dial that I like.

28 July 2015, 05:29 AM	#11
gummy 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,302	Either way DD40 or DDII - love the the platinum...

28 July 2015, 05:32 AM	#12
osamu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Honolulu Posts: 1,322	I really love the new dials. I think it adds an element of interest that was missing from the DD previously. Like the tapestry dial of the AP or the lines on the 5711, I really like the added texture. I haven't seen them in person yet either, but I feel like the 40mm would fit me a lot better too.

28 July 2015, 05:38 AM	#13
Numberjack "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Uk Posts: 158	This poll will be pretty one sided in favour of the 40mm I think. As an owner I am probably somewhat biased and voted for the DDII. I prefer the dial options on the DDII and I don't mind the extra size. I have read lots about the 40mm being "more elegant" but as I wear mine as an everyday sports style watch I think the proportions and size of the DDII suit what I want from the watch. Hope that makes sense

28 July 2015, 05:50 AM	#15
rudegar "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: California Watch: DD 40 Pt Posts: 365	Interesting the debate of 40 v 41 compared to cars where you pick your size. While nobody would have trouble distinguishing a BMW 135i from a 750iL, try a 2 v 3 v 4 v 5. I'm a BMW fanatic and I sometimes doubletake distinguishing a 3 series from a 5 series... We WISs are parsing 1mm! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 July 2015, 06:15 AM	#16
Jaycnyp "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: Classified Watch: Addict Posts: 1,122	For me the curves are just different enough that I'm swayed to the DD40. Though the DD2 is still an amazing piece.

28 July 2015, 06:23 AM	#17
997.2 Banned Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Chaz Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Posts: 2,721	DayDate40 VS DayDate II DD2 is just gaudy. Way too big and the proportions are cancerous and made for rappers. Just my opinion of course. Dd>>dd40>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>rapperDD IMHO

28 July 2015, 06:23 AM	#18
captainnice Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Dennis Location: Aliso Viejo, Ca Watch: Timex Posts: 668	DayDate 40

28 July 2015, 07:16 AM	#19
dadonn2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 1,557	I like the DD II for its "disproportion." To my eyes, it looks a little bolder and sportier, hence versatile. This is by no means a knock on the relatively understated elegance of the new DD.

28 July 2015, 08:45 AM	#21
kunlun "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,905	DD40 all the way, but I understand that the DD2 really works for some folks.

28 July 2015, 10:51 AM	#22
daytonaTBR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: N/A Posts: 1,466	Prefer the new 40

28 July 2015, 11:52 AM	#24
adawil2002 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Andrew Wilson Location: Brunswick, Maine Watch: 16550 Explorer II Posts: 1,762	Not a fan of the thick fluted bezel of the DDII. __________________ 6284 SS, 16014 SS Jubilee silver stick, 16253 TT Blue Thunderbird, 16550 SS Exp II Cream, bought in 1986, 116400GV Z-blue Milgauss, 79260 Tudor, 116660 DSSD-Blue, 116500LV Daytona White, 116710 BLNR, 326934 Blue Skydweller

28 July 2015, 12:12 PM	#25
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	Platinum DD40 is what tempts me the most of all the Rolex PMs.

28 July 2015, 12:20 PM	#26
Nidal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: USA Watch: SubC LV Posts: 1,821	DD40 is timeless size not to mention the new movement

28 July 2015, 12:31 PM	#27
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	Tried on the DD 40 and loved it. Perfect size! Now if they came out with some really "wow" dials! __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

28 July 2015, 12:36 PM	#28
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,237	DayDate 40 __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

28 July 2015, 01:15 PM	#29
GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 34,351	DD40, based solely on pictures. I can't wait to see one in real life. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

28 July 2015, 01:26 PM	#30
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,873	I still love my DD2 but would consider getting RG DD40.

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