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etinetalmai · 30 November 2016, 04:54 AM

Had kind of a silly question. I just inherited my fathers 1979 Day-Date and was just wondering if there was any difference in owning one that's 37 years old versus one that would be store bought today. I'm sorry to say I don't know much about Rolex.

P.S. Just to be clear, I have no interest in knowing what it's worth or selling it, I would just like to know more about the history behind it and if there's anything special about it since it's from that time period. And yes I already know it's plenty special cause it belonged to my dad.

watchwatcher · 30 November 2016, 08:20 AM

I'm not a DD expert, by any means, but I think the two major differences would be the double quick movement found in the modern models and the bracelet.

And the price, of course.

AK797 · 30 November 2016, 11:00 AM

Post some pics here and the folks will be more forthcoming.

Onikage · 30 November 2016, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

Post some pics here and the folks will be more forthcoming.

and frothing at the mouth.

Pharaoh_83 · 30 November 2016, 11:14 AM

Ya ya ya.... Pics pics pics. We LOVE pics

aced75 · 30 November 2016, 01:34 PM

with pictures we can help!

dbhak22 · 30 November 2016, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by etinetalmai

Had kind of a silly question. I just inherited my fathers 1979 Day-Date and was just wondering if there was any difference in owning one that's 37 years old versus one that would be store bought today. I'm sorry to say I don't know much about Rolex.

P.S. Just to be clear, I have no interest in knowing what it's worth or selling it, I would just like to know more about the history behind it and if there's anything special about it since it's from that time period. And yes I already know it's plenty special cause it belonged to my dad.

Major differences that come to mind:

Quickset v. Double Quickset: Ability to change the DAY and DATE independently. Moderns have this feature.
Crystal: Acrylic (yours) v. Sapphire (modern)
Dial: Modern ones have the lume inside the hour markers v. yours which has a lume dot on the outside of the hour markers.

Rolex fan 61 · 30 November 2016, 06:03 PM

The price!!!!!

etinetalmai · 1 December 2016, 06:46 AM

I currently have the watch being serviced but I have a picture of the face of the watch before I sent in. I also have the presidential bracelet with it. Also, is there anything unique about the dial? For instance is it possible that this dial is no longer made or the color is no longer available. Thank you all for your input. It's greatly appreciated.

etinetalmai · 1 December 2016, 09:40 AM

Sorry, the image wasn't loading on the last post. Here's the picture of the watch. I'll try to upload more pictures later.

etinetalmai · 4 December 2016, 07:30 AM

I just got the watch back and wanted to post pictures so you guys could see it and maybe tell me a little more about it if you could. Thanks! Your infinite knowledge and wisdom is greatly appreciated!

AgentHsu · 4 December 2016, 01:22 PM

I don't know too much about Daydates history, but it's a beautiful vintage piece. Wear it in good health!

Allanmodel · 4 December 2016, 01:37 PM

The blue looks good~~

anuradha · 4 December 2016, 10:52 PM

Wear in good health and don't worry about the value. Its invaluable.

locutus49 · 4 December 2016, 11:09 PM

That is a gorgeous reference, especially that blue dial. Just enjoy it.

Newer ones have some improvements to the movement but vintage pieces are highly desirable. If it runs well, it is a keeper IMO.

adawil2002 · 4 December 2016, 11:19 PM

That is an exquisite Day-Date.

dddl · 4 December 2016, 11:26 PM

It is a beautiful vintage watch and a wonderful remembrance of your dad... have it serviced, then enjoy and wear it in good health...

ragingcao · 4 December 2016, 11:33 PM

That's a cool DD that looks great on you. I must say I like it better on the Presidential bracelet than the blue band. Wear in good health.

brandrea · 4 December 2016, 11:38 PM

What a fantastic inheritance! Wear it well and make your father proud

Chadridv · 5 December 2016, 12:18 AM

Beautiful watch! I believe that dial is not easy to find.

Onikage · 5 December 2016, 12:31 AM

Beautiful dial. Wow.

etinetalmai · 5 December 2016, 02:40 AM

Wow! Thanks everyone! Yeah I really love the blue dial. I haven't seen many pictures with that blue dial. I've been reading that a desirable feature of these vintage pieces is that the patina match all around, so looking at the pictures I posted, I can see what they mean by that. I don't plan on getting the lume on the dots or the hands redone or the date and day numbers replaced. I want to keep it as original as I can. Any do's and dont's that anybody recommends I should request when getting it serviced in the future?

Again, thank you all for your invaluable input. I really appreciate it!

etinetalmai · 5 December 2016, 12:35 PM

Here's a couple Macro Shots for your viewing pleasure!

VIG · 5 December 2016, 03:05 PM

That's a seriously beautiful piece. Your dad had great taste.

Wear it proudly in good health.

GB-man · 5 December 2016, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VIG

That's a seriously beautiful piece. Your dad had great taste.

Wear it proudly in good health.

Can't say it any better than this. Just wow. Love that DD

Tbonewalk · 5 December 2016, 03:14 PM

you show it with blue leather and gold band. Is the gold band original, is the blue from your dad?

Guys, has the case changed at all, as it has on the subs, or in the DD or DJ has it stayed the same...

a beauty!

etinetalmai · 6 December 2016, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tbonewalk

you show it with blue leather and gold band. Is the gold band original, is the blue from your dad?

Guys, has the case changed at all, as it has on the subs, or in the DD or DJ has it stayed the same...

a beauty!

The gold band is the original band. The blue band is one he bought for it later on so it wouldn't be so "flashy". I personally love the gold band and don't mind a little "flash".

locutus49 · 6 December 2016, 12:33 AM

Excellent. You are very fortunate to have inherited a genuine Rolex and a stunning one at that. I would rock that baby every day of my life.

Quote:

Originally Posted by etinetalmai

The gold band is the original band. The blue band is one he bought for it later on so it wouldn't be so "flashy". I personally love the gold band and don't mind a little "flash".

Tbonewalk · 7 December 2016, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by etinetalmai

The gold band is the original band. The blue band is one he bought for it later on so it wouldn't be so "flashy". I personally love the gold band and don't mind a little "flash".

it looks great with the bracelet or the strap... I may need one myself...

crowncollection · 5 December 2016, 06:20 PM

Nice piece

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30 November 2016, 04:54 AM	#1
etinetalmai "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Andres Location: Miami, FL Watch: 1979 18k Day-Date Posts: 9	New'b question Had kind of a silly question. I just inherited my fathers 1979 Day-Date and was just wondering if there was any difference in owning one that's 37 years old versus one that would be store bought today. I'm sorry to say I don't know much about Rolex. P.S. Just to be clear, I have no interest in knowing what it's worth or selling it, I would just like to know more about the history behind it and if there's anything special about it since it's from that time period. And yes I already know it's plenty special cause it belonged to my dad.

1 December 2016, 09:40 AM	#10
etinetalmai "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Andres Location: Miami, FL Watch: 1979 18k Day-Date Posts: 9	Picture of watch Sorry, the image wasn't loading on the last post. Here's the picture of the watch. I'll try to upload more pictures later.

4 December 2016, 07:30 AM	#11
etinetalmai "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Andres Location: Miami, FL Watch: 1979 18k Day-Date Posts: 9	Just got watch back (pics) I just got the watch back and wanted to post pictures so you guys could see it and maybe tell me a little more about it if you could. Thanks! Your infinite knowledge and wisdom is greatly appreciated!

4 December 2016, 01:22 PM	#12
AgentHsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mr. Hsu Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Datejust Posts: 607	I don't know too much about Daydates history, but it's a beautiful vintage piece. Wear it in good health! __________________ Good things come to those who wear Rolexes.

4 December 2016, 11:19 PM	#16
adawil2002 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Andrew Wilson Location: Brunswick, Maine Watch: 16550 Explorer II Posts: 1,773	That is an exquisite Day-Date. __________________ 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

30 November 2016, 08:20 AM	#2
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,044	I'm not a DD expert, by any means, but I think the two major differences would be the double quick movement found in the modern models and the bracelet. And the price, of course.

30 November 2016, 11:00 AM	#3
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Post some pics here and the folks will be more forthcoming.

30 November 2016, 11:14 AM	#5
Pharaoh_83 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Toronto Posts: 280	Ya ya ya.... Pics pics pics. We LOVE pics

30 November 2016, 01:34 PM	#6
aced75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Ballon Bleu Posts: 164	with pictures we can help!

30 November 2016, 06:03 PM	#8
Rolex fan 61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK Posts: 1,262	The price!!!!!

1 December 2016, 06:46 AM	#9
etinetalmai "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Andres Location: Miami, FL Watch: 1979 18k Day-Date Posts: 9	I currently have the watch being serviced but I have a picture of the face of the watch before I sent in. I also have the presidential bracelet with it. Also, is there anything unique about the dial? For instance is it possible that this dial is no longer made or the color is no longer available. Thank you all for your input. It's greatly appreciated.

4 December 2016, 01:37 PM	#13
Allanmodel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Allan Location: Little Red Dot Watch: Still Looking....! Posts: 3,899	The blue looks good~~

4 December 2016, 10:52 PM	#14
anuradha "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Anuradha Location: Sri Lanka Watch: 16234,116613LN Posts: 345	Wear in good health and don't worry about the value. Its invaluable.

4 December 2016, 11:09 PM	#15
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	That is a gorgeous reference, especially that blue dial. Just enjoy it. Newer ones have some improvements to the movement but vintage pieces are highly desirable. If it runs well, it is a keeper IMO.

4 December 2016, 11:26 PM	#17
dddl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Conshohocken Watch: What? Posts: 905	It is a beautiful vintage watch and a wonderful remembrance of your dad... have it serviced, then enjoy and wear it in good health... __________________ dive deep dive long 1503 16263 16610 228238 16623

4 December 2016, 11:33 PM	#18
ragingcao "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Tokyo Watch: cha talking about? Posts: 2,919	That's a cool DD that looks great on you. I must say I like it better on the Presidential bracelet than the blue band. Wear in good health.

4 December 2016, 11:38 PM	#19
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,089	What a fantastic inheritance! Wear it well and make your father proud

5 December 2016, 12:18 AM	#20
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	Beautiful watch! I believe that dial is not easy to find. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

5 December 2016, 12:31 AM	#21
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Beautiful dial. Wow. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

5 December 2016, 02:40 AM	#22
etinetalmai "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Andres Location: Miami, FL Watch: 1979 18k Day-Date Posts: 9	Wow! Thanks everyone! Yeah I really love the blue dial. I haven't seen many pictures with that blue dial. I've been reading that a desirable feature of these vintage pieces is that the patina match all around, so looking at the pictures I posted, I can see what they mean by that. I don't plan on getting the lume on the dots or the hands redone or the date and day numbers replaced. I want to keep it as original as I can. Any do's and dont's that anybody recommends I should request when getting it serviced in the future? Again, thank you all for your invaluable input. I really appreciate it!

5 December 2016, 12:35 PM	#23
etinetalmai "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Andres Location: Miami, FL Watch: 1979 18k Day-Date Posts: 9	Macro Shots for your viewing pleasure Here's a couple Macro Shots for your viewing pleasure!

5 December 2016, 03:05 PM	#24
VIG "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: USA Watch: this! Posts: 409	That's a seriously beautiful piece. Your dad had great taste. Wear it proudly in good health. __________________ Follow me on Instagram: @workshardplayshard

5 December 2016, 03:14 PM	#26
Tbonewalk 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Posts: 869	you show it with blue leather and gold band. Is the gold band original, is the blue from your dad? Guys, has the case changed at all, as it has on the subs, or in the DD or DJ has it stayed the same... a beauty!

5 December 2016, 06:20 PM	#30
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	Nice piece Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

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