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Racerdj · 26 October 2016, 12:32 AM

While I have not seen either in person, I prefer the WG model. That could change after seeing both on my wrist. I highly suggest seeing both on your wrist before deciding.

gav329 · 28 October 2016, 08:31 PM

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Very difficult and one I've given a lot of thought to. My collection is all white metal and my one concern would be spending this amount on something that just sort of blends in with the rest. RG would avoid that, so that's how I voted. Love the looks of both of them.

Ahhh mine are all white metal (stainless I can't afford the WG) but I think you could make a mistake here and buy a coloured gold and it doesn't suit you whereas the WG would suit?

Just a thought however your post makes a good point too.

All the best from the other end of the M8

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Bobby T · 28 October 2016, 11:51 PM

Definitely the WG with the green dial.........all I could think of when I saw the pic of the green with Rose Gold was that scene from the Exorcist!!!!! Enjoy!!!!!

gav329 · 29 October 2016, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Bobby T

Definitely the WG with the green dial.........all I could think of when I saw the pic of the green with Rose Gold was that scene from the Exorcist!!!!! Enjoy!!!!!

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cinciwatch · 29 October 2016, 01:06 AM

I like the understated aspect of the WG- The dial would not be my choice personally, I would go with the blue.

brettpaul · 29 October 2016, 05:55 AM

WG for me - like RG just not with the green dial....really pops with WG!!

simbal · 29 October 2016, 06:52 AM

RG for me

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Tampashooter · 29 October 2016, 08:57 AM

Voted with my wallet today.

TickTockChuck · 29 October 2016, 09:14 AM

Both wonderful watches. I generally prefer white gold as there is something special in the sheen/feel over stainless steel. But, I would have to say the olive & rose gold combo looks best. How that translates to one's own wrist & lifestyle is a personal choice. Cheers!

gav329 · 29 October 2016, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Tampashooter

Voted with my wallet today.

Nice one!! That's fantastic good on you!!

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sensui · 29 October 2016, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Tampashooter

Voted with my wallet today.

So damn jealous. I think that has to be my next modern piece. Congrats.

GFONG · 29 October 2016, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Tampashooter

Voted with my wallet today.

Gorgeous! Huge congrats!

brmeyers · 29 October 2016, 01:59 PM

^^ Very Nice Shawn

That watch (and pic) looks familiar

Oh wait, I have seen that EXACT watch before...

WGDD40.jpg

Tampashooter · 29 October 2016, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by brmeyers

^^ Very Nice Shawn

That watch (and pic) looks familiar

Oh wait, I have seen that EXACT watch before...

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True! Thanks for getting it back up here in one piece...

Wing-Co · 29 October 2016, 05:33 PM

Super duper.

HL65 · 29 October 2016, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Tampashooter

Voted with my wallet today.

Well done - congrats!

sechsgang · 29 October 2016, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Tampashooter

Voted with my wallet today.

Congrats man!!!! ONE OF US, ONE OF US! It's really an amazing watch.

Borossd · 31 October 2017, 11:29 AM

Rose gold all day

epc2 · 31 October 2017, 01:01 PM

White Gold.

JBoone · 31 October 2017, 01:09 PM

Beautiful green on the day date. Wow

sensui · 31 October 2017, 01:13 PM

Holy thread revival......I know I made the right choice since then:

wuyeah · 31 October 2017, 01:36 PM

Olive dial looks the best with Rose Gold combo.

Bello_nyc · 31 October 2017, 03:21 PM

Wg !!

Lol-x · 31 October 2017, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by HL65

The white gold is basically the same as platinum--visually speaking that is.

Since you are comparing it to stainless(visually speaking that is)and there are no stainless President bracelets but plenty of platinum ones.

Interesting point as we know that Rolex does not make a stainless steel DD40.

So unless the onlooker is that well informed to know the watch is a Rolex DD40 and it only comes in platinum and white gold, the average uninformed onlooker may well believe (I assume) the DD40 in white gold to be stainless steel.

I find the whole argument for and against the WG quite entertaining.

I can see that in some situations the RG may be too much or sending out a signal that may too much, but on the other hand to some the signal that WG sends out may be ambiguous too and not 'gold' enough

69ways · 31 October 2017, 06:53 PM

Voted the rose gold
Its my all time fav

HK Islandboy · 31 October 2017, 07:23 PM

I love the DD in WG. I think it looks wonderfully elegant

carlhaluss · 31 October 2017, 11:35 PM

I understand your dilemma. While I have not seen either one in real life, I am going to go for the RG in a few months. And I can't wait. When I first saw a photo of the Olive Green dial on the RG, I thought it was the most beautiful watch I had ever seen.

My dilemma was whether or not I would think the RG would have too much pink in it for me. That all changed when I saw it in real life the other day, and although my AD did not have one with the green dial, I knew that I would love the RG. It is not nearly as red in real life as in the photos.

I love the Olive Green dial so much, that I got an OP34 with that dial a few months ago. It is stunning as well. The Olive Green is my favorite dial, so when I finally get the RG DD40 I will have no problem owning two watches with the same color dial. Even without the OP34, though, I would still go with the RG.

It's a shame that more guys don't go for the OP34. Yes, it is a smaller watch, but it does still have a good wrist presence with the slight cushion shape case. Just my

.

It will be interesting to follow this thread and see which one you end up with. You cannot go wrong with either IMO.

Cheers,
Carl

carlhaluss · 31 October 2017, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Lol-x

Interesting point as we know that Rolex does not make a stainless steel DD40.

So unless the onlooker is that well informed to know the watch is a Rolex DD40 and it only comes in platinum and white gold, the average uninformed onlooker may well believe (I assume) the DD40 in white gold to be stainless steel.

I find the whole argument for and against the WG quite entertaining.

I can see that in some situations the RG may be too much or sending out a signal that may too much, but on the other hand to some the signal that WG sends out may be ambiguous too and not 'gold' enough

It is a wonderful dilemma! I felt that the RG might be a bit much as well, as I had only seen it in photos. When I tried on a DD40 the other day with the RG I absolutely loved it, and found it looks a lot better in real life. The most beautiful RG I have seen in any watch. It was, in fact, difficult for me to detect much red at all in some of the lighting conditions.

My dilemma was solved a few months ago. I can't afford the DD40 just yet, and I saw the olive green dial on the OP34, so ended up getting that. It is a stunning combo as well, as I love the warmth of the Rolex stainless steel.

Cheers,
Carl

watchwatcher · 31 October 2017, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by sensui

Holy thread revival......I know I made the right choice since then:

Yes...yes you did.

What a watch!

carlhaluss · 31 October 2017, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by sensui

Holy thread revival......I know I made the right choice since then:

Stunning. Apart from the gorgeous dial, I think that the choice of the applied Roman Numerals on both the RG and WG really enhances the look of the watch. In combination with the all gold hands and fluted bezel, they all catch the light in a beautiful way at all angles. The case size is perfect, and the President bracelet a work of art.

I think that this DD40, especially with this dial, is one of the best executed designs of any watch - bar none.

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228235 Green Dial (RG)	184	45.66%
228239 Green Dial (WG)	219	54.34%
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26 October 2016, 12:32 AM	#91
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	While I have not seen either in person, I prefer the WG model. That could change after seeing both on my wrist. I highly suggest seeing both on your wrist before deciding. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

29 October 2016, 05:55 AM	#96
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	WG for me - like RG just not with the green dial....really pops with WG!! __________________ Photostream on Instagram brett_in_bahrain

31 October 2017, 03:21 PM	#113
Bello_nyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Bello Location: NYC Watch: Rolex Posts: 698	Wg !! __________________ Ap Royal oak offshore 🌹 ♛ Sky-Dweller 326934🤍 ♛ Datejust41 126333 ♛ Datejust2 116334 💎💎

31 October 2017, 11:35 PM	#117
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	I understand your dilemma. While I have not seen either one in real life, I am going to go for the RG in a few months. And I can't wait. When I first saw a photo of the Olive Green dial on the RG, I thought it was the most beautiful watch I had ever seen. My dilemma was whether or not I would think the RG would have too much pink in it for me. That all changed when I saw it in real life the other day, and although my AD did not have one with the green dial, I knew that I would love the RG. It is not nearly as red in real life as in the photos. I love the Olive Green dial so much, that I got an OP34 with that dial a few months ago. It is stunning as well. The Olive Green is my favorite dial, so when I finally get the RG DD40 I will have no problem owning two watches with the same color dial. Even without the OP34, though, I would still go with the RG. It's a shame that more guys don't go for the OP34. Yes, it is a smaller watch, but it does still have a good wrist presence with the slight cushion shape case. Just my . It will be interesting to follow this thread and see which one you end up with. You cannot go wrong with either IMO. Cheers, Carl __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

28 October 2016, 11:51 PM	#93
Bobby T Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 934	Definitely the WG with the green dial.........all I could think of when I saw the pic of the green with Rose Gold was that scene from the Exorcist!!!!! Enjoy!!!!!

29 October 2016, 01:06 AM	#95
cinciwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Josh Location: Cincinnati, OH Watch: 114060 Posts: 52	I like the understated aspect of the WG- The dial would not be my choice personally, I would go with the blue.

29 October 2016, 06:52 AM	#97
simbal "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Joe Location: USA Posts: 833	RG for me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 October 2016, 08:57 AM	#98
Tampashooter "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: In the present Posts: 846	Voted with my wallet today.

29 October 2016, 09:14 AM	#99
TickTockChuck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Chuck Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 2,125	Both wonderful watches. I generally prefer white gold as there is something special in the sheen/feel over stainless steel. But, I would have to say the olive & rose gold combo looks best. How that translates to one's own wrist & lifestyle is a personal choice. Cheers!

29 October 2016, 01:59 PM	#103
brmeyers "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Bryant Location: Florida Watch: ...Your Thoughts Posts: 2,171	^^ Very Nice Shawn That watch (and pic) looks familiar Oh wait, I have seen that EXACT watch before... WGDD40.jpg

29 October 2016, 05:33 PM	#105
Wing-Co "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Germany Watch: Day Date 40mm WG Posts: 573	Super duper.

31 October 2017, 11:29 AM	#108
Borossd "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: California Posts: 58	Rose gold all day

31 October 2017, 01:01 PM	#109
epc2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: florida Watch: 116610LV,Pam etc. Posts: 1,310	White Gold.

31 October 2017, 01:09 PM	#110
JBoone "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: NC Posts: 404	Beautiful green on the day date. Wow

31 October 2017, 01:13 PM	#111
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	Holy thread revival......I know I made the right choice since then:

31 October 2017, 01:36 PM	#112
wuyeah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NYC Posts: 952	Olive dial looks the best with Rose Gold combo.

31 October 2017, 06:53 PM	#115
69ways Banned Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Cy Posts: 168	Voted the rose gold Its my all time fav

31 October 2017, 07:23 PM	#116
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	I love the DD in WG. I think it looks wonderfully elegant

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