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tazzy1 · 15 August 2018, 12:16 PM

After reading and looking on line for a long time I’m debating if I should go for the classic 36mm or the 40 or 41 DDii. My thought are it’s a classic and Rolex made the watch bigger to please the masses. I have small wrist and I think the DDii is almost too flashy...where the 40 or 36mm to me look more aesthetically pleasing.please let me know your thoughts. I’m looking to purchase soon.

Phrank · 15 August 2018, 12:19 PM

I've been going down this wormhole myself lately.

After some time researching and reading, I'm off the 40 or 41mm. I have 8" wrists, and to me the DD 36 is the classic DD, just my opinion. Classic and perfectly stated at that size IMO.

I'm just stuck on reference now, 1803 is stunning, some classic dials, but still wandering down that road myself.

Looking forward to seeing your choice.

Etschell · 15 August 2018, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by tazzy1

After reading and looking on line for a long time I’m debating if I should go for the classic 36mm or the 40 or 41 DDii. My thought are it’s a classic and Rolex made the watch bigger to please the masses. I have small wrist and I think the DDii is almost too flashy...where the 40 or 36mm to me look more aesthetically pleasing.please let me know your thoughts. I’m looking to purchase soon.

id get the 40 if i were you.

lenfried29 · 15 August 2018, 12:37 PM

IMO Go bigger 41mm. I have small wrist myself but like DSSD 44mm, it wears nice.

peterpl · 15 August 2018, 12:43 PM

Id get the 40 if I was you as well. Especially if your considering the DD41 which would mean your wrists arent exactly tiny

huncho · 15 August 2018, 12:46 PM

i have a small wrist so had to go with the 36

ap1 · 15 August 2018, 12:47 PM

40 is just perfect

Rolexlover43 · 15 August 2018, 01:36 PM

36..the ultimate classic!

CoveWatch · 15 August 2018, 02:48 PM

Lucky for you, these are readily available at AD's to try on, which is what I would suggest you do and from there you should know which works! Good Luck!

Bigsoftee · 15 August 2018, 02:58 PM

40 all the way for me

Erks · 15 August 2018, 02:59 PM

36mm won my vote when i was in the same position about a year ago

glimmer · 15 August 2018, 03:07 PM

36mm

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Juclaq · 15 August 2018, 03:08 PM

I would go for the 40. It is the sweetspot.

roosvelt · 15 August 2018, 07:16 PM

Im 6' 1'' 210ibs 8 inch wrists. When I do wear my fathers 18078 it feels perfect and looks classic. Get the 36 and never look back!

fskywalker · 15 August 2018, 07:55 PM

Another vote for 36mm

Fat_ninja · 15 August 2018, 07:55 PM

My wrist is 6.75” i went for DD40. I thought about the 36 but the 40 case was more modern and i bought a gold watch... it should be more in your face and thats what the 40 was for me.

My advice go try it on and try on the different dials

fastfreddie · 15 August 2018, 08:44 PM

Remember the max 5 rule ie. 5x wrist radius, this will always mean that you are wearing it, not the reverse.

1William · 15 August 2018, 08:59 PM

All three sizes of the DD are great. It comes down to personal preference and wrist size. Also the amount of money you would like to spend. Go try on the DD40 and the 36 at your AD and see which one works the best. See what they will do on a deal and then get over to look at our TS. Many a deal to be had and watch to be found. I own a DD II and I like the size and the look but I am a larger person and have a 7.5-7.75 wrist depending on the weather. See what works and go forward.

Maiden · 15 August 2018, 09:00 PM

I decided on 36 for my 7.25 in wrist. Just perfectly sized. However get the one you like best. You can never go wrong with a DD

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watchwatcher · 15 August 2018, 10:46 PM

I vote for this one.

Gerardus · 15 August 2018, 10:47 PM

Bought recently the 36mm, like both sizes
You can not go wrong with a 40 or 36mm.
36mm although is THE classic reference.

oysterflexer · 15 August 2018, 11:15 PM

Day Date II

It's the most versatile
It's the flashiest
Has the best dials
It's the flashiest
Has the most gold
It's the flashiest

Do it right

BzKneez · 15 August 2018, 11:39 PM

40

SLS · 15 August 2018, 11:43 PM

36mm due to your wrist size.

justdate · 15 August 2018, 11:44 PM

See DD40 vs DJ2 on the left.

The DJ2 also features the oversized bezel same as the DD2. Honestly I think it looks a bit bad, definitely not as good as the refined and correctly proportioned DD40 or DJ41.

I keep the DJ2 anyway as it was a gift, but I would flip it for a DJ41 if it wasn’t. Newer proportions are much better and aesthetically pleasing.

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3581512 · 16 August 2018, 05:32 AM

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See DD40 vs DJ2 on the left.

The DJ2 also features the oversized bezel same as the DD2. Honestly I think it looks a bit bad, definitely not as good as the refined and correctly proportioned DD40 or DJ41.

I keep the DJ2 anyway as it was a gift, but I would flip it for a DJ41 if it wasn’t. Newer proportions are much better and aesthetically pleasing.

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Great collection you have almost the same models I would choose.

Does the Rosegold GMT include ceramic pins in the bracelet similar to the DD40?

justdate · 17 August 2018, 08:41 PM

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Great collection you have almost the same models I would choose.

Does the Rosegold GMT include ceramic pins in the bracelet similar to the DD40?

Hm, I’ve not heard that it does though I don’t think bracelet flex and weakening is such an issue with the oyster so maybe not necessary.

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rtalk · 15 August 2018, 11:50 PM

Buy a pre quick set DD. It's the best value out there. You can pick one up for around 10k, whereas a good clean vintage entry level SS sub also starts at 10k.

shirtguy · 15 August 2018, 11:53 PM

go with the dd40
better and newer movement, ceramic insert for the bracelet

enginerd · 16 August 2018, 12:04 AM

I'm sure I'd love a 40mm DD (I wear a Deepsea regularly), but the 36 is just so classic.

15 August 2018, 12:16 PM	#1
tazzy1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Tom F Location: NYC Watch: 116520 "M Series" Posts: 294	Daydate which one though After reading and looking on line for a long time I’m debating if I should go for the classic 36mm or the 40 or 41 DDii. My thought are it’s a classic and Rolex made the watch bigger to please the masses. I have small wrist and I think the DDii is almost too flashy...where the 40 or 36mm to me look more aesthetically pleasing.please let me know your thoughts. I’m looking to purchase soon. __________________ Best Regards, Tom F

15 August 2018, 12:46 PM	#6
huncho 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: nyc Posts: 6,720	i have a small wrist so had to go with the 36 Attached Images

15 August 2018, 07:55 PM	#15
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,181	Daydate which one though Another vote for 36mm __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

15 August 2018, 08:59 PM	#18
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	All three sizes of the DD are great. It comes down to personal preference and wrist size. Also the amount of money you would like to spend. Go try on the DD40 and the 36 at your AD and see which one works the best. See what they will do on a deal and then get over to look at our TS. Many a deal to be had and watch to be found. I own a DD II and I like the size and the look but I am a larger person and have a 7.5-7.75 wrist depending on the weather. See what works and go forward. Attached Images

15 August 2018, 09:00 PM	#19
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,652	I decided on 36 for my 7.25 in wrist. Just perfectly sized. However get the one you like best. You can never go wrong with a DD Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

15 August 2018, 12:19 PM	#2
Phrank 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Toronto Watch: ♕ Posts: 2,124	I've been going down this wormhole myself lately. After some time researching and reading, I'm off the 40 or 41mm. I have 8" wrists, and to me the DD 36 is the classic DD, just my opinion. Classic and perfectly stated at that size IMO. I'm just stuck on reference now, 1803 is stunning, some classic dials, but still wandering down that road myself. Looking forward to seeing your choice.

15 August 2018, 12:37 PM	#4
lenfried29 Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Far Far Away Watch: tick-tock Posts: 1,206	IMO Go bigger 41mm. I have small wrist myself but like DSSD 44mm, it wears nice.

15 August 2018, 12:43 PM	#5
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	Id get the 40 if I was you as well. Especially if your considering the DD41 which would mean your wrists arent exactly tiny

15 August 2018, 12:47 PM	#7
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	40 is just perfect

15 August 2018, 01:36 PM	#8
Rolexlover43 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Somewhere Posts: 121	36..the ultimate classic!

15 August 2018, 02:48 PM	#9
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	Lucky for you, these are readily available at AD's to try on, which is what I would suggest you do and from there you should know which works! Good Luck!

15 August 2018, 02:58 PM	#10
Bigsoftee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Dubai/UK Watch: Meteorite DD40 Posts: 1,019	40 all the way for me

15 August 2018, 02:59 PM	#11
Erks "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 24	36mm won my vote when i was in the same position about a year ago

15 August 2018, 03:07 PM	#12
glimmer Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Here, everywhere Posts: 1,244	36mm Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 August 2018, 03:08 PM	#13
Juclaq "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: SoCal Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 158	I would go for the 40. It is the sweetspot.

15 August 2018, 07:16 PM	#14
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	Im 6' 1'' 210ibs 8 inch wrists. When I do wear my fathers 18078 it feels perfect and looks classic. Get the 36 and never look back!

15 August 2018, 07:55 PM	#16
Fat_ninja Banned Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: USA Watch: P-01 Posts: 11,772	My wrist is 6.75” i went for DD40. I thought about the 36 but the 40 case was more modern and i bought a gold watch... it should be more in your face and thats what the 40 was for me. My advice go try it on and try on the different dials

15 August 2018, 08:44 PM	#17
fastfreddie Banned Join Date: May 2018 Location: Uk Posts: 164	Remember the max 5 rule ie. 5x wrist radius, this will always mean that you are wearing it, not the reverse.

15 August 2018, 10:46 PM	#20
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	I vote for this one. Attached Images

15 August 2018, 10:47 PM	#21
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Bought recently the 36mm, like both sizes You can not go wrong with a 40 or 36mm. 36mm although is THE classic reference. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

15 August 2018, 11:15 PM	#22
oysterflexer Banned Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Guelph, On Watch: SOON. Posts: 104	Day Date II It's the most versatile It's the flashiest Has the best dials It's the flashiest Has the most gold It's the flashiest Do it right

15 August 2018, 11:39 PM	#23
BzKneez "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: toronto Posts: 503	40

15 August 2018, 11:43 PM	#24
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	36mm due to your wrist size. __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

15 August 2018, 11:44 PM	#25
justdate "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: RJ Location: UK Coast Watch: PP/AP/Rolex Posts: 1,359	See DD40 vs DJ2 on the left. The DJ2 also features the oversized bezel same as the DD2. Honestly I think it looks a bit bad, definitely not as good as the refined and correctly proportioned DD40 or DJ41. I keep the DJ2 anyway as it was a gift, but I would flip it for a DJ41 if it wasn’t. Newer proportions are much better and aesthetically pleasing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 August 2018, 11:50 PM	#28
rtalk "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Seattle Watch: 16710T Posts: 547	Buy a pre quick set DD. It's the best value out there. You can pick one up for around 10k, whereas a good clean vintage entry level SS sub also starts at 10k. __________________ 116519 Grey dial Oysterflex Daytona. 116500 Black. 116710BLNR. 16710T. Rolex Explorer I 39MM. 4 digit DateJust. JLC Master Control with Sector Dial. Omega FOIS. Grand Seiko Four Seasons (Spring Version). Tudor Royal. IWC Cal 83 (~1940s). 41MM sub. Omega CK859.

15 August 2018, 11:53 PM	#29
shirtguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: ny Watch: sub-c Date Posts: 1,322	go with the dd40 better and newer movement, ceramic insert for the bracelet

16 August 2018, 12:04 AM	#30
enginerd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Nathan Location: Denver, CO Watch: Too many Posts: 1,008	I'm sure I'd love a 40mm DD (I wear a Deepsea regularly), but the 36 is just so classic. Attached Images

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