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grecco · 12 August 2010, 01:43 PM

I am thinking about making my first Rolex purchase ... I have almost everything else, but a Rolex. I don't really know which way to go the President, or the Daytona .... any suggestions?

Also, I like to buy watches in gold, but is it worth it to spend the extra money with a Rolex? I really like the Daytona in stainless.

Which Roles is the hardest to get right now?

Lol-x · 12 August 2010, 02:04 PM

Daytona in SS is very popular.

sakuraba · 12 August 2010, 02:21 PM

Your choices are polar opposites IMHO.

You can't go wrong with your dressy gold DD vs SS Daytona dilemma.

If it were my choice, though, it would be the Daytona with a white dial in SS.

MaryKendall · 13 November 2018, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by sakuraba

Your choices are polar opposites IMHO.

You can't go wrong with your dressy gold DD vs SS Daytona dilemma.

If it were my choice, though, it would be the Daytona with a white dial in SS.

I love the white dial! Such a nice touch that a lot of people don't go for. I agree with you here.

ragnk · 9 December 2018, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Lol-x

Daytona in SS is very popular.

That's true, Daytona in SS is really popular

sleddog · 12 August 2010, 02:29 PM

Out of the two in yellow gold,I'd go the DD with white dial and Roman numerals...
If it were white gold,I'd go the Daytona with meteorite dial...
Best of all would be the Platinum DD and ice blue dial......
Hard choices,good luck!

Shadi · 13 August 2010, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by sleddog1000

Out of the two in yellow gold,I'd go the DD with white dial and Roman numerals...
If it were white gold,I'd go the Daytona with meteorite dial...
Best of all would be the Platinum DD and ice blue dial......
Hard choices,good luck!

I fully agree with these choices

Chipmunk · 13 August 2010, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by sleddog1000

Out of the two in yellow gold,I'd go the DD with white dial and Roman numerals...
If it were white gold,I'd go the Daytona with meteorite dial...
Best of all would be the Platinum DD and ice blue dial......
Hard choices,good luck!

X2. YG= DD, WG=Daytona

GMC · 13 August 2010, 04:41 AM

I love my Presidential. It was passed on from my father who bought it in the 80's. It actually has Tiffany & Co. on the dial. Great watch. Looks the exact same as the ones they still make today.

welem · 13 August 2010, 11:38 AM

isn't this supposed to be in the general discussion forum?

TimeOnHand · 15 August 2010, 02:09 AM

You know I went threw the same question a while back when I was considering my first Gold Rolex... In the end I wanted something that would suit my style and lifestyle...

I went to different AD's over 2 weeks trying out different watches, dials, and versions and finally decided on this... and I love it!

dddrees · 14 September 2010, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by cx007

You know I went threw the same question a while back when I was considering my first Gold Rolex... In the end I wanted something that would suit my style and lifestyle...

I went to different AD's over 2 weeks trying out different watches, dials, and versions and finally decided on this... and I love it!

That is such an oustanding watch, looks fantastic.

TRW · 14 September 2010, 10:41 AM

I'd go with this

BarkMaster · 15 September 2010, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

That is such an oustanding watch, looks fantastic.

+1

It really depends if you want a more sporty vs. a more "dressy" watch (did I just say that?

)...

You can get pretty good deals on used DD's...

SCD · 15 September 2010, 11:23 AM

It depends if you want to be reminded of the day and date, or if you want to find out how long it takes to drive to the supermarket. I'd go for the Day-Date, or this

ps - It's Tuesday the 14th, and it takes me 2 minutes and 36 seconds.

rangrov · 7 October 2010, 04:31 AM

I whent for this in rose gold..

rpryan55 · 23 October 2010, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cx007

You know I went threw the same question a while back when I was considering my first Gold Rolex... In the end I wanted something that would suit my style and lifestyle...

I went to different AD's over 2 weeks trying out different watches, dials, and versions and finally decided on this... and I love it!

THAT is one beautiful watch, friend! I have an SS Daytona AND a DD and I still got jealous when I saw that beauty!

QueueCumber · 19 August 2010, 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grecco

I am thinking about making my first Rolex purchase ... I have almost everything else, but a Rolex. I don't really know which way to go the President, or the Daytona .... any suggestions?

Also, I like to buy watches in gold, but is it worth it to spend the extra money with a Rolex? I really like the Daytona in stainless.

Which Roles is the hardest to get right now?

As a first Rolex, the SS. Then you can buy something more expensive later and still have an everyday watch. IMO, of course...

larrysb · 25 February 2011, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by QueueCumber

As a first Rolex, the SS. Then you can buy something more expensive later and still have an everyday watch. IMO, of course...

Nahh, just go right for a platinum DD from the beginning. That's what I did. If you want the top step and you can get it, just get it. There's no training involved in wearing a watch. It isn't like buying your first motorcycle or airplane to get some experience before moving up.

QueueCumber · 25 February 2011, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by larrysb

Nahh, just go right for a platinum DD from the beginning. That's what I did. If you want the top step and you can get it, just get it. There's no training involved in wearing a watch. It isn't like buying your first motorcycle or airplane to get some experience before moving up.

Someone has a problem understanding Internet acronyms apparently...

IMO = In My Opinion.

There is no right or wrong way to buy a watch, just many different opinions.

larrysb · 25 February 2011, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by QueueCumber

Someone has a problem understanding Internet acronyms apparently...

IMO = In My Opinion.

There is no right or wrong way to buy a watch, just many different opinions.

I understand "IMO" perfectly. What makes you think I'm ignorant? I'm saying you're wrong!!!

QueueCumber · 25 February 2011, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by larrysb

I understand "IMO" perfectly. What makes you think I'm ignorant? I'm saying you're wrong!!!

The proof is in the pudding (i.e. actions speak louder than words)....

DG123 · 26 February 2011, 05:24 AM

Your watch looks really good. How does platinium compare to steel in terms of weight, scratch resistance etc...?

Quote:

Originally Posted by larrysb

Nahh, just go right for a platinum DD from the beginning. That's what I did. If you want the top step and you can get it, just get it. There's no training involved in wearing a watch. It isn't like buying your first motorcycle or airplane to get some experience before moving up.

larrysb · 26 February 2011, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by DG123

Your watch looks really good. How does platinium compare to steel in terms of weight, scratch resistance etc...?

It's much heavier than stainless. I wear it daily, in a year and a half it still looks good. I'd say it is about equal with the stainless watches I've owned to scratch resistance. It doesn't get babied. I bought it to enjoy it and I do.

Was looking at gold GMT's, but saw this one in glacier and had to have it.

No regrets.

Rolexlover123 · 11 January 2019, 01:37 PM

I know that is the popular logic to have a "beater" and then a grail watch that you baby, but shouldn't the more expensive watch be the everyday watch instead? I mean, don't you want to maximize wrist time with the watch you spent the most money on? What are the benefits of "saving" the more expensive watch for special occasions, only to give all the wrist time to the "beater"?

Quote:

Originally Posted by QueueCumber

As a first Rolex, the SS. Then you can buy something more expensive later and still have an everyday watch. IMO, of course...

edyu · 11 January 2019, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexlover123

I know that is the popular logic to have a "beater" and then a grail watch that you baby, but shouldn't the more expensive watch be the everyday watch instead? I mean, don't you want to maximize wrist time with the watch you spent the most money on? What are the benefits of "saving" the more expensive watch for special occasions, only to give all the wrist time to the "beater"?

This is exactly how I do it. My 126715 is my beater. It’s got a lot of “scars,” but I don’t care since I buy a watch to enjoy and wear.

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Kuya · 13 September 2010, 12:23 AM

In my opinion, I like the Daytona.

When comparing a sport watch design to a dress watch design, there is a difference of course.

My preference is the Daytona, since I lean towards sport designs.

If I had my druthers, I would choose the Daytona, white gold, meteorite dial, with gold bracelet.

Gerardus · 13 September 2010, 12:46 AM

imho always the president

bobfernandes · 14 September 2010, 11:29 PM

Daytona

prismresearch · 15 September 2010, 09:17 AM

I've always been a President guy; if you are looking for something a bit different, get one in rose gold...........

12 August 2010, 01:43 PM	#1
grecco "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: charlotte Watch: Lange Posts: 1	President vs. Daytona in 18k I am thinking about making my first Rolex purchase ... I have almost everything else, but a Rolex. I don't really know which way to go the President, or the Daytona .... any suggestions? Also, I like to buy watches in gold, but is it worth it to spend the extra money with a Rolex? I really like the Daytona in stainless. Which Roles is the hardest to get right now?

12 August 2010, 02:04 PM	#2
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,227	Daytona in SS is very popular. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

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sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	Your choices are polar opposites IMHO. You can't go wrong with your dressy gold DD vs SS Daytona dilemma. If it were my choice, though, it would be the Daytona with a white dial in SS. __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

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sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,903	Out of the two in yellow gold,I'd go the DD with white dial and Roman numerals... If it were white gold,I'd go the Daytona with meteorite dial... Best of all would be the Platinum DD and ice blue dial...... Hard choices,good luck! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

15 August 2010, 02:09 AM	#11
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	You know I went threw the same question a while back when I was considering my first Gold Rolex... In the end I wanted something that would suit my style and lifestyle... I went to different AD's over 2 weeks trying out different watches, dials, and versions and finally decided on this... and I love it! __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

13 August 2010, 04:41 AM	#9
GMC "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Texas Watch: Presidential Posts: 6	I love my Presidential. It was passed on from my father who bought it in the 80's. It actually has Tiffany & Co. on the dial. Great watch. Looks the exact same as the ones they still make today.

13 August 2010, 11:38 AM	#10
welem Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Indonesia Posts: 167	isn't this supposed to be in the general discussion forum?

15 September 2010, 11:23 AM	#15
SCD "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 511	It depends if you want to be reminded of the day and date, or if you want to find out how long it takes to drive to the supermarket. I'd go for the Day-Date, or this ps - It's Tuesday the 14th, and it takes me 2 minutes and 36 seconds.

13 September 2010, 12:23 AM	#27
Kuya Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 17	Chronograph Is My Choice In my opinion, I like the Daytona. When comparing a sport watch design to a dress watch design, there is a difference of course. My preference is the Daytona, since I lean towards sport designs. If I had my druthers, I would choose the Daytona, white gold, meteorite dial, with gold bracelet.

13 September 2010, 12:46 AM	#28
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: EU Watch: ♕ Posts: 11,854	imho always the president __________________ ♕16570 ♕126610 ♕126333

14 September 2010, 11:29 PM	#29
bobfernandes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Roberto Location: Brasil Watch: Rolex Posts: 2	Daytona

15 September 2010, 09:17 AM	#30
prismresearch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Keith Location: Orange County, CA Watch: 118238 Posts: 241	I've always been a President guy; if you are looking for something a bit different, get one in rose gold...........

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