Anyone Move to a Day Date 40 from a Sub or other Rolex Sport Model?

[LuminousMaximus]

I also asked on the day date club thread but I felt like those folks might not have fitment issues

Thinking about coming over as I am infactuated with the RG 40, but wonder if I’ll have issue without having the adjustability

Anyone add a DD or move to a DD from Sports Model?

[KBM]

Unfortunately, the fit for the DD is hit or miss, as there isn't any micro adjustment. I was lucky, as it fit me perfectly, but YMMV.

[ppbskis]

Sub was my first Rolex purchased 1985, addded a TT Dj for dressier occasions . Then came the DD40, followed by the Daytona. I have no issues wearing any except the DJ is a size 36 and seems smaller the first few minutes wearing. I’ve been lucky in that the watches fit perfectly with all the links on my wrist.

[rmlovett1]

Added a DD40, but not instead of a Sub. I got pretty lucky with the fit (6.5 inch wrist) it’s a hair, I mean barely, more loose than I wear my others, and being PM, definitely feel the weight moving around a bit. I generally wear them somewhat loose anyway, as I tend to shake them down to the bottom (near my hand) for the most comfort...for me. I could go the other way and wear a little more snug but it doesn’t feel right for me. The only One I wear somewhat snug is the OF Daytona.
But, no way would I ...NOT HAVE IT, beacause it’s a tiny bit tight or loose! Love the YG DD40

[Andrew NYC]

I have 3 sport models (sub 16620, BLNR and SD43) as well as a 36mm Day-Date. I too got a good fit with a few links taken out. That said the Rolex Boutique told me hat a half link could be ordered if the fit wasn’t perfect. I love the DD bracelet. Without an external buckle it feels more svelte on the wrist. Do give it a try and see what you think.

[mysticblu999]

I have a 116610 and a 18238, I will eventually part ways with the 18238 for a DD40. I find the president bracelet a hit or miss also. I have it sized great for the most part, except when I go outside in the summer and a swell up, it gets a little too tight. I tried adding a link. When my wrist swells it fits great, but the other times, it's just too sloppy. I love the micro adjustments from the glidelock clasp from the 116610. Wish you could get a half a link to add to the president bracelet, then it would be perfect.

[Vipes]

I added a DD40 to my Rolex collection. I was really worried about the fit but I lucked out and got a perfect fit. I think the President links are smaller than the Oyster links so I think this helps with fit. Have to say the President bracelet is very comfortable.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by kauebm

Unfortunately, the fit for the DD is hit or miss, as there isn't any micro adjustment. I was lucky, as it fit me perfectly, but YMMV.

[Jp28]

I think the DD is an add not a trade.
Fit can always be sorted with half links etc, it’s just the adjustability if it is extra hot etc that you do not have.

[Wing-Co]

Got rid of YMII and DSSD for DD40. No problems, feels much better than either of the others.

[Pimpsy]

I actually found the lack of adjustment on my DD2 annoying after being totally spoiled by the DSSD clasp. Even my bluesy clasp was not as nice as the DSSD. I ended up wearing the DD2 a little bit loose but I'm still surprised that Rolex hasn't introduced some sort of micro adjustment clasp on the DD40.

That said, I have always found Rolex bracelets to be very comfortable when sized properly.

[watchtabs]

I just don't like the 40mm.. I think the DD has to be 36.

[Gravity]

Originally Posted by LuminousMaximus

I also asked on the day date club thread but I felt like those folks might not have fitment issues

Thinking about coming over as I am infactuated with the RG 40, but wonder if I’ll have issue without having the adjustability

Anyone add a DD or move to a DD from Sports Model?

I just added the RG DD 40 and absolutely love it. My daily is still the SD43 and also love my ROO 44 and find they all feel and fit perfectly. I generally like larger watches but the DD40 is just perfect but I guess that will vary from person to person on their body / wrist size and personal fit preference.