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johnbeth · 11 February 2016, 07:37 PM

Hi everyone,

To cut a long story short. Looking to replace my recently sold platinum DD glacier blue, however, would like to have a poll to see what your thoughts might be.

Here is my list of possible candidates.

DD40 Platinum
DDII Platinum
Daytona Platinum
Or maybe a YG Sky-Dweller Silver dial

Appreciate your help and Thank You!

jenniferjanef · 11 February 2016, 08:50 PM

IMHO if you are interested in getting extra large PT watch, DDII is the one for you. DDII discontinued. The rest of your options are easy to find. Good luck. All are good choice! My personal take is the DDII first then followed by the Platona.

.. jen

Rolexdaydateii · 11 February 2016, 08:53 PM

how do I retract lol, I did not see the sky dweller was in yellow gold

Jason71 · 11 February 2016, 08:55 PM

Platinum Daytona for me........not even close.

johnbeth · 11 February 2016, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jenniferjanef

IMHO if you are interested in getting extra large PT watch, DDII is the one for you. DDII discontinued. The rest of your options are easy to find. Good luck. All are good choice! My personal take is the DDII first then followed by the Platona.

.. jen

Thanks Jen! My dilemma is that I love the DDII, however, the new DD40 movement is just

, the dial for me isnt what I am used to

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexdaydateii

how do I retract lol, I did not see the sky dweller was in yellow gold

No worries

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

Platinum Daytona for me........not even close.

travisb · 11 February 2016, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

Platinum Daytona for me........not even close.

Same here. No contest for me.

lee fowler · 11 February 2016, 09:11 PM

Daytona for me, no brainer.

1William · 11 February 2016, 09:36 PM

I voted for the Platinum Daytona but own the Platinum DDII. While I like my DDII the President Band is not the most comfortable and there is no adjustment except for the addition or subtraction of links. The other issue is how much you will have tied up in a Platinum piece. Easily there is the price of a different PM watch and maybe two or more other SS models there. With that said, it is a beautiful watch.

TK-710 · 11 February 2016, 09:37 PM

If you're talking the DD40 with diagonal motif then that's a clear winner IMO.

rolex_DateJust · 11 February 2016, 09:38 PM

Daytona for me... Wish I had the funds to afford one :(

jenniferjanef · 11 February 2016, 09:52 PM

Platona doesn't have date function.. I personally do not use the chronograph at all. That maybe a factor when making your decision. I been using my DDII for a few years now. Very accurate watch and since it is a daily beater for me, I do not need the extra power reserve. I think the dial is important for a daily beater watch. You need to buy the dial that sing to you or else you will not like to use it everyday. Just my humble opinion as an owner. I own Daytonass too. I find them a bit small for me and I much prefer a date fruition to a chrono.

Good luck!

Best regards,
James

ap1 · 11 February 2016, 10:06 PM

Daytona, done

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Racerdj · 11 February 2016, 10:09 PM

This one!

RXAPPP · 11 February 2016, 10:16 PM

Dd2 - I am biased of course but the Dd40 ice blue dial option is not as nice as the DD2. There are better looking Chrono's than the Daytona and the SkyDweller is too thick

Copasetic · 12 February 2016, 12:11 AM

[QUOTE=Broxi;6461851]Dd2 - the Dd40 ice blue dial option is not as nice as the DD2.

agree totally!

brandrea · 11 February 2016, 10:20 PM

My vote would go to the DD40.

Superior movement and the motif dial is stunning in person. The braclet also feels much more comfortable on the DD40 vs the DD2 IMO.

I don't own either, but if I were spending that kind of money, I'd want the 40 hands down.

Good luck in your decision.

jenniferjanef · 11 February 2016, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

My vote would go to the DD40.

Superior movement and the motif dial is stunning in person. The braclet also feels much more comfortable on the DD40 vs the DD2 IMO.

I don't own either, but if I were spending that kind of money, I'd want the 40 hands down.

Good luck in your decision.

DD40 lugs are 20mm?

subtona · 11 February 2016, 10:45 PM

Dd40
New case
New movement
Perfect proportion

AK797 · 12 February 2016, 03:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Dd40
New case
New movement
Perfect proportion

Agree with this, plus I have the Daytona in ceramic already.

Also I presume you are looking for a dress/sports watch rather than pure sports to replace the DD with.

Eric Chan · 12 February 2016, 03:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Dd40
New case
New movement
Perfect proportion

This.

Rocco21 · 11 February 2016, 10:45 PM

Platona

qman · 11 February 2016, 11:27 PM

Having recently considered all of those options, I opted for the platinum daytona. Congrats in advance.

ltmgeller · 11 February 2016, 11:45 PM

My vote is the sky dweller in YG with the silver dial. As awesome as platinum is, for pm watches I prefer YG. I love the look, the sound it makes etc... That's my opinion. I also prefer a larger watch. I was torn between the same sky dweller and the YG white Roman day date II and got such a good deal on the day date II I couldn't pass it up. Happy hunting. You can't make a bad choice with the watches you are considering.

schwantz1 · 12 February 2016, 12:02 AM

I love the detached Roman numerals.

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rmlovett1 · 12 February 2016, 12:22 AM

Just wondering if you've tried them all on? As the SKD is bigger than all the others, and with Ygold vs Plat....a much different look. I have/had/tried on, all of your picks....my PM choice was the SKD. that was the look I wanted, but still have my SS pieces as well. So, for me, I wanted all bases covered for daily wear. I rotate all equally. Love the Platona, platinum in general, and DD. I decided on Ygold after owning TT Daytona and Sub. It really spoke to me and complimented/ differed from what I already have.

jon_jon · 12 February 2016, 01:58 AM

It would be good to know why OP sold his platinum glacier blue DD. Did you need the money? Was the watch too small? I assume it wasn't the weight if you are looking to replace it with another platinum watch.

I have tried on all the platinum watches mentioned above. I think the DD40 is really nice. But I think the DDII will be the most collectible in the long run because of its relative short production run of ~ 6 years. My guess is the DD40 and the Platona will be produced for many more years to come. But buy what you like as they are all very nice watches. Of course you want to get it at the right price as there are steep discounts available on platinum watches.

nyc2la · 12 February 2016, 02:02 AM

Platona for me, but the DD40 with motif dial is also beautiful. Do you have anything else is in your collection?

Both are winners IMO, but try on both and make sure you can get the right fit with the DD bracelet. Since these are heavy watches, a good fit is very important. The Easylink on the Platona is a nice feature and facilitates a comfortable fit.

Good luck and look forward to the incoming!

A little enabling...

tkerrmd · 12 February 2016, 02:05 AM

no sure why you got rid of your last Platinum watch?

in any event I personally prefer the Platinum and Rolex overall heavy weight champion...

fskywalker · 14 February 2016, 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

no sure why you got rid of your last Platinum watch?

in any event I personally prefer the Platinum and Rolex overall heavy weight champion...

Follow the doctor's order above!

T01 · 12 February 2016, 02:46 AM

Platinum Daytona by far

View Poll Results: Platinum Dilema
DD40 Platinum	65	25.59%
DDII Platinum	20	7.87%
Daytona Platinum	155	61.02%
Maybe YG Sky-Dweller Silver dial	14	5.51%
Voters: 254. You may not vote on this poll

11 February 2016, 07:37 PM	#1
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	Platinum Dilema - POLL Hi everyone, To cut a long story short. Looking to replace my recently sold platinum DD glacier blue, however, would like to have a poll to see what your thoughts might be. Here is my list of possible candidates. DD40 Platinum DDII Platinum Daytona Platinum Or maybe a YG Sky-Dweller Silver dial Appreciate your help and Thank You!

11 February 2016, 08:55 PM	#4
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	Platinum Daytona for me........not even close. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

11 February 2016, 09:11 PM	#7
lee fowler 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 2,559	Daytona for me, no brainer. __________________ Instagram: @lee1563

11 February 2016, 09:36 PM	#8
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,801	I voted for the Platinum Daytona but own the Platinum DDII. While I like my DDII the President Band is not the most comfortable and there is no adjustment except for the addition or subtraction of links. The other issue is how much you will have tied up in a Platinum piece. Easily there is the price of a different PM watch and maybe two or more other SS models there. With that said, it is a beautiful watch. Attached Images

11 February 2016, 08:50 PM	#2
jenniferjanef "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,828	IMHO if you are interested in getting extra large PT watch, DDII is the one for you. DDII discontinued. The rest of your options are easy to find. Good luck. All are good choice! My personal take is the DDII first then followed by the Platona. .. jen

11 February 2016, 08:53 PM	#3
Rolexdaydateii "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Toronto Posts: 68	how do I retract lol, I did not see the sky dweller was in yellow gold

11 February 2016, 09:37 PM	#9
TK-710 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Upstate Watch: 116600 Posts: 2,156	If you're talking the DD40 with diagonal motif then that's a clear winner IMO.

11 February 2016, 09:38 PM	#10
rolex_DateJust 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Sergio Location: Miami, FL Watch: Yes please! Posts: 1,781	Daytona for me... Wish I had the funds to afford one :( __________________ ♛ 126610LV ♛ 16220 Salmon ♛ 126713GRNR ♛ 18238 Ω Speedmaster Moonwatch

11 February 2016, 09:52 PM	#11
jenniferjanef "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,828	Platona doesn't have date function.. I personally do not use the chronograph at all. That maybe a factor when making your decision. I been using my DDII for a few years now. Very accurate watch and since it is a daily beater for me, I do not need the extra power reserve. I think the dial is important for a daily beater watch. You need to buy the dial that sing to you or else you will not like to use it everyday. Just my humble opinion as an owner. I own Daytonass too. I find them a bit small for me and I much prefer a date fruition to a chrono. Good luck! Best regards, James

11 February 2016, 10:06 PM	#12
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	Daytona, done Sent from my KFJWI using Tapatalk 2

11 February 2016, 10:09 PM	#13
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	This one! __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

11 February 2016, 10:16 PM	#14
RXAPPP "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Blue Planet Watch: 5 Posts: 1,201	Dd2 - I am biased of course but the Dd40 ice blue dial option is not as nice as the DD2. There are better looking Chrono's than the Daytona and the SkyDweller is too thick

12 February 2016, 12:11 AM	#15
Copasetic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Howie Location: Florida Watch: Varies Posts: 578	[QUOTE=Broxi;6461851]Dd2 - the Dd40 ice blue dial option is not as nice as the DD2. agree totally!

11 February 2016, 10:20 PM	#16
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,135	My vote would go to the DD40. Superior movement and the motif dial is stunning in person. The braclet also feels much more comfortable on the DD40 vs the DD2 IMO. I don't own either, but if I were spending that kind of money, I'd want the 40 hands down. Good luck in your decision. Attached Images

11 February 2016, 10:45 PM	#18
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,601	Dd40 New case New movement Perfect proportion __________________

11 February 2016, 10:45 PM	#21
Rocco21 Banned Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Rob Location: Cape Cod Watch: 126660,126600 Posts: 1,324	Platona

11 February 2016, 11:27 PM	#22
qman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: OH Watch: platona Posts: 158	Having recently considered all of those options, I opted for the platinum daytona. Congrats in advance. __________________ 1166131ln, 116719blro, 116506

11 February 2016, 11:45 PM	#23
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,591	My vote is the sky dweller in YG with the silver dial. As awesome as platinum is, for pm watches I prefer YG. I love the look, the sound it makes etc... That's my opinion. I also prefer a larger watch. I was torn between the same sky dweller and the YG white Roman day date II and got such a good deal on the day date II I couldn't pass it up. Happy hunting. You can't make a bad choice with the watches you are considering.

12 February 2016, 12:02 AM	#24
schwantz1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: Greensburg, Pa Watch: 228206 116719 Posts: 171	I love the detached Roman numerals. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

12 February 2016, 12:22 AM	#25
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,512	Just wondering if you've tried them all on? As the SKD is bigger than all the others, and with Ygold vs Plat....a much different look. I have/had/tried on, all of your picks....my PM choice was the SKD. that was the look I wanted, but still have my SS pieces as well. So, for me, I wanted all bases covered for daily wear. I rotate all equally. Love the Platona, platinum in general, and DD. I decided on Ygold after owning TT Daytona and Sub. It really spoke to me and complimented/ differed from what I already have.

12 February 2016, 01:58 AM	#26
jon_jon "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 4,351	It would be good to know why OP sold his platinum glacier blue DD. Did you need the money? Was the watch too small? I assume it wasn't the weight if you are looking to replace it with another platinum watch. I have tried on all the platinum watches mentioned above. I think the DD40 is really nice. But I think the DDII will be the most collectible in the long run because of its relative short production run of ~ 6 years. My guess is the DD40 and the Platona will be produced for many more years to come. But buy what you like as they are all very nice watches. Of course you want to get it at the right price as there are steep discounts available on platinum watches.

12 February 2016, 02:02 AM	#27
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,424	Platona for me, but the DD40 with motif dial is also beautiful. Do you have anything else is in your collection? Both are winners IMO, but try on both and make sure you can get the right fit with the DD bracelet. Since these are heavy watches, a good fit is very important. The Easylink on the Platona is a nice feature and facilitates a comfortable fit. Good luck and look forward to the incoming! A little enabling... Attached Images

12 February 2016, 02:05 AM	#28
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	no sure why you got rid of your last Platinum watch? in any event I personally prefer the Platinum and Rolex overall heavy weight champion...

12 February 2016, 02:46 AM	#30
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	Platinum Daytona by far

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