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philster · 28 February 2017, 03:29 AM

Help, me choose - I am considering the following two options and wanted to get people’s opinions.

1) Picking up a Day Date WG - Green Dial -- I can’t explain it, but every time I see it online (haven’t seen one in person yet) I want it. I am worried that over time, I might not like the green dial as much….sigh….

2) Trading in my Aquanaut 5164 Travel Time + Cash for a Platinum Day Date with Blue Dial -- I have tried on the platinum day date and the heft of the watch is amazing, just feels so solid.

Other watches in my collection that I wear regularly:

• Sub C (Black) & Sub C (Hulk)– everyday wear
• GMT II C & Aquanaut 5164 – my travel watches
• DeepSea – the beast, just love how over engineered this watch is and wear this when I want a larger watch.
• Datejust 36 (blue dial) – my first rolex from my pops, I wear this when I go visit him.

Thanks in advance for your input :) Happy Monday!

armen34 · 28 February 2017, 03:36 AM

Ice blue PT dd40 is an awesome watch!

vladamir15 · 28 February 2017, 04:12 AM

The green dial one is just magnificent. No other watch like it.

sensui · 28 February 2017, 04:19 AM

Both winners but the green sings to me personally. I'm saving the icy blue dial for Daytona.

DramaTurtle · 28 February 2017, 04:20 AM

Go green and don't look back.

Lordofrolex · 28 February 2017, 04:22 AM

WG green dial + PP = great collection

HL65 · 28 February 2017, 05:17 AM

philster · 28 February 2017, 05:44 AM

HL65 - your photos always sing to me!

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Originally Posted by HL65

HL65 · 28 February 2017, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by philster

HL65 - your photos always sing to me!

Thanks and I can tell you I easily could have gotten the platinum and have owned 4 over the years but this one much nicer looking IMHO.

WAK4 · 28 February 2017, 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by HL65

And...there it is. The watch that tortures me!

Trading in the 5164 aside, this particular DD would probably be my choice over the platinum anyway. Being able to keep the 5164...bonus.

KingRichard · 28 February 2017, 05:22 AM

Ice blue PT is the ultimate

jb335 · 28 February 2017, 05:24 AM

I prefer the WG/green over the PT/blue, so the scenario of the WG/green AND the PP is a no-brainer for me.

willski · 28 February 2017, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jb335

I prefer the WG/green over the PT/blue, so the scenario of the WG/green AND the PP is a no-brainer for me.

Same for me. HL65s pictures are the ultimate enablers.

TonyD · 28 February 2017, 05:46 AM

The green dial actually looks BETTER in person than photos.

However the platinum DD wins out for me for sure. Its just such a cut above the rest. I don't know if I will ever be able to afford one but it is certainly on my bucket list!

AK797 · 28 February 2017, 05:55 AM

I'd def keep the 5164, even if you go for the Platinum I'd sell off a couple of other watches instead.

brandrea · 9 March 2017, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

I'd def keep the 5164, even if you go for the Platinum I'd sell off a couple of other watches instead.

That would be my call too

The new platinum 41 doesn't sing to me like the Dd2 did.

Bluside · 9 March 2017, 10:35 PM

Congratulations.

toucan · 28 February 2017, 06:53 AM

The dd Platinum is unbelievable in person. A
beautiful watch and would be my choice.
If you go green sell the hulk . Too much green!

ap1 · 28 February 2017, 06:54 AM

Id go green and PP

FYI - can get platinum smooth bezel with anny green

watchwatcher · 28 February 2017, 06:57 AM

Keep your Aqua and add what I think is the best looking DD in the lineup, the WG/Green. That's what I call a win-win.

Thinking about picking one up myself.

Wcdhtwn · 28 February 2017, 09:21 AM

if you only had the PP I'd say the WG and keep it. But you have a solid collection without it, even if all Rolex. I'm leaning towards the platinum and trade the PP. But you should see the green in person before you decide. How much do you like having a non-Rolex option to wear?

philster · 28 February 2017, 11:44 AM

I have only on PP and like it, it is a great watch and very understated, super comfy as well. I have been simplifying this past year and gotten rid of my Panerais and IWCs...something about the rolexes

I haven't been able to get rid of one yet, I like that they are built like tanks and I don't have to worry too much about them when I wear them.

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Originally Posted by Wcdhtwn

if you only had the PP I'd say the WG and keep it. But you have a solid collection without it, even if all Rolex. I'm leaning towards the platinum and trade the PP. But you should see the green in person before you decide. How much do you like having a non-Rolex option to wear?

pd999 · 28 February 2017, 10:25 AM

Platinum DD40 Ice-Blue Dial is the ultimate Rolex

behardt · 28 February 2017, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by pd999

platinum dd40 ice-blue dial is the ultimate rolex

+1 Also, I just don't like fluted bezels at all. Changes the whole watch..

blue16613 · 28 February 2017, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by pd999

Platinum DD40 Ice-Blue Dial is the ultimate Rolex

x2+++++!
This is what "drop dead gorgeous" is all about!

pierrickboyer · 28 February 2017, 10:56 AM

Love the green dial. Love the Platinum too. Either ways I'll be super happy.

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Etschell · 28 February 2017, 11:23 AM

If you are going platinum go platona. In other words go for the gold.

Masteryacht · 28 February 2017, 11:27 AM

The platinum looks fantastic in photos so I cannot imagine how great it must be in the metal. I've never "gotten it" as far as the aquanaut or nautilus for that matter, at least not for those prices. So, this would be an easy decision for me.

pd999 · 28 February 2017, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Masteryacht

I've never "gotten it" as far as the aquanaut or nautilus for that matter...

+1

busytimmy · 28 February 2017, 11:29 AM

I voted platinum, just before I scrolled down to see Ken's picture. How do I change my vote?

View Poll Results: Which option would you choose?
Day-Date White Gold with Green Dial (Keep Patek Aquanaut 5164)	87	59.18%
Day-Date Platinum with Blue Dial (trade Patek Aquanaut 5164)	60	40.82%
Voters: 147. You may not vote on this poll

28 February 2017, 03:29 AM	#1
philster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: California Posts: 161	Which Day Date to Get? Help, me choose - I am considering the following two options and wanted to get people’s opinions. 1) Picking up a Day Date WG - Green Dial -- I can’t explain it, but every time I see it online (haven’t seen one in person yet) I want it. I am worried that over time, I might not like the green dial as much….sigh…. 2) Trading in my Aquanaut 5164 Travel Time + Cash for a Platinum Day Date with Blue Dial -- I have tried on the platinum day date and the heft of the watch is amazing, just feels so solid. Other watches in my collection that I wear regularly: • Sub C (Black) & Sub C (Hulk)– everyday wear • GMT II C & Aquanaut 5164 – my travel watches • DeepSea – the beast, just love how over engineered this watch is and wear this when I want a larger watch. • Datejust 36 (blue dial) – my first rolex from my pops, I wear this when I go visit him. Thanks in advance for your input :) Happy Monday!

28 February 2017, 04:12 AM	#3
vladamir15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: N/A Watch: AP, VC, Breguet Posts: 1,581	The green dial one is just magnificent. No other watch like it. __________________ The Most Valuable Commodity is Time Audemars, Vacheron, Breguet, Jaquet Droz, JLC, Rolex, Omega, Cartier

28 February 2017, 04:22 AM	#6
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	WG green dial + PP = great collection __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

28 February 2017, 05:17 AM	#7
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	__________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

28 February 2017, 03:36 AM	#2
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	Ice blue PT dd40 is an awesome watch!

28 February 2017, 04:19 AM	#4
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,446	Both winners but the green sings to me personally. I'm saving the icy blue dial for Daytona.

28 February 2017, 05:22 AM	#11
KingRichard "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Canada Posts: 378	Ice blue PT is the ultimate

28 February 2017, 05:24 AM	#12
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,467	I prefer the WG/green over the PT/blue, so the scenario of the WG/green AND the PP is a no-brainer for me.

28 February 2017, 05:46 AM	#14
TonyD 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Boston North Watch: Meteorite Daytona Posts: 1,471	The green dial actually looks BETTER in person than photos. However the platinum DD wins out for me for sure. Its just such a cut above the rest. I don't know if I will ever be able to afford one but it is certainly on my bucket list! __________________ Pepsi GMT/SD43/DSSD Blue/ DJ41 TT Rose Diamond Dial/ Daytona Meteorite/ SS Sky Dweller White Dial/ IWC Bronze Big Pilot/ Aquanautic Super King / Omega Ploprof 1200 / Graham Scarab Diver

28 February 2017, 05:55 AM	#15
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I'd def keep the 5164, even if you go for the Platinum I'd sell off a couple of other watches instead.

9 March 2017, 10:35 PM	#17
Bluside 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 3,081	Congratulations.

28 February 2017, 06:53 AM	#18
toucan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: NYC Watch: 5970 Posts: 1,980	The dd Platinum is unbelievable in person. A beautiful watch and would be my choice. If you go green sell the hulk . Too much green!

28 February 2017, 06:54 AM	#19
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	Id go green and PP FYI - can get platinum smooth bezel with anny green

28 February 2017, 06:57 AM	#20
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,055	Keep your Aqua and add what I think is the best looking DD in the lineup, the WG/Green. That's what I call a win-win. Thinking about picking one up myself.

28 February 2017, 09:21 AM	#21
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,061	if you only had the PP I'd say the WG and keep it. But you have a solid collection without it, even if all Rolex. I'm leaning towards the platinum and trade the PP. But you should see the green in person before you decide. How much do you like having a non-Rolex option to wear?

28 February 2017, 10:25 AM	#23
pd999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: London, UK Posts: 356	Platinum DD40 Ice-Blue Dial is the ultimate Rolex

28 February 2017, 10:56 AM	#26
pierrickboyer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Melbourne Posts: 92	Love the green dial. Love the Platinum too. Either ways I'll be super happy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk AP, Rolex ...

28 February 2017, 11:23 AM	#27
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	If you are going platinum go platona. In other words go for the gold. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

28 February 2017, 11:27 AM	#28
Masteryacht "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: USA Watch: 16622,BLNR,116500 Posts: 1,009	The platinum looks fantastic in photos so I cannot imagine how great it must be in the metal. I've never "gotten it" as far as the aquanaut or nautilus for that matter, at least not for those prices. So, this would be an easy decision for me.

28 February 2017, 11:29 AM	#30
busytimmy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 3,745	I voted platinum, just before I scrolled down to see Ken's picture. How do I change my vote?

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