Which Would You Rather Have DD40/Daytona OF or Platona?

[HogwldFLTR]

OK, just to finalize this as most have stopped voting or reading. My thoughts are that if I let the Platona go I'll never get another one. With its value going up and even the potential of discontinuation (total speculation) it would be a shame to let it go for something as common as a Day Date and a faddish OF watch (even though I really love both of them). I'm really surprised to see almost a two to one vote against the Platona.

[acheronsgrief]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

OK, just to finalize this as most have stopped voting or reading. My thoughts are that if I let the Platona go I'll never get another one. With its value going up and even the potential of discontinuation (total speculation) it would be a shame to let it go for something as common as a Day Date and a faddish OF watch (even though I really love both of them). I'm really surprised to see almost a two to one vote against the Platona.

This matches my thoughts exactly, makes a ton of sense to me. Glad you came to a decision you’re happy with! I too am surprised by the results.

[timeldn]

WG DD40 and Daytona OF very nice combo

[HippoPAPAmus]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

OK, just to finalize this as most have stopped voting or reading. My thoughts are that if I let the Platona go I'll never get another one. With its value going up and even the potential of discontinuation (total speculation) it would be a shame to let it go for something as common as a Day Date and a faddish OF watch (even though I really love both of them). I'm really surprised to see almost a two to one vote against the Platona.

Thanks for letting us know. I agree with your logic. You can certainly revisit at any time you like in the future as the Platona is likely to remain one of Rolex’s top pieces for quite some time.


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[NYG1121]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

OK, just to finalize this as most have stopped voting or reading. My thoughts are that if I let the Platona go I'll never get another one. With its value going up and even the potential of discontinuation (total speculation) it would be a shame to let it go for something as common as a Day Date and a faddish OF watch (even though I really love both of them). I'm really surprised to see almost a two to one vote against the Platona.

Good decision. Although if you went through this mental exercise, I am worried that the thought has been planted..

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

OK, just to finalize this as most have stopped voting or reading. My thoughts are that if I let the Platona go I'll never get another one. With its value going up and even the potential of discontinuation (total speculation) it would be a shame to let it go for something as common as a Day Date and a faddish OF watch (even though I really love both of them). I'm really surprised to see almost a two to one vote against the Platona.

Be rid of the platinum Daytona and get the Day Date 40 of your choice and a bunch of cash money back also. Win win in my opinion.
The date function on the DD40 trumps the Daytona. Unless you really use the chronometer function. Daytona dials are too busy and hard to read IMO

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

Be rid of the platinum Daytona and get the Day Date 40 of your choice and a bunch of cash money back also. Win win in my opinion.
The date function on the DD40 trumps the Daytona. Unless you really use the chronometer function. Daytona dials are too busy and hard to read IMO

Ultimately I've owned two DD 36 watches and never really bonded with either; I don't believe that is a good omen of my future with a 40mm DD.

[MichelleP]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Ultimately I've owned two DD 36 watches and never really bonded with either; I don't believe that is a good omen of my future with a 40mm DD.

I've actually done the same with 2 DD 36 watches but my 40mm DD is here to stay. It's definitely my favorite. I think it would be difficult to give up the Platona.

[TDOR]

Daytona has always been my favorite Rolex so I rather keep it

[kans86]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

OK, just to finalize this as most have stopped voting or reading. My thoughts are that if I let the Platona go I'll never get another one. With its value going up and even the potential of discontinuation (total speculation) it would be a shame to let it go for something as common as a Day Date and a faddish OF watch (even though I really love both of them). I'm really surprised to see almost a two to one vote against the Platona.

Good decision, although I'm not much surprised with the poll outcome.

[Largoshark]

Keep the Platona...sell any combination of the following for the DD40: Ball, YM, Milgauss, TT Daytona (am I missing anything?) When it comes to watches, less is more IMO. Remember, there is a reason you consolidated your collection for the Platona. If you sell it now for two watches, you're moving in the wrong direction.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by Largoshark

Keep the Platona...sell any combination of the following for the DD40: Ball, YM, Milgauss, TT Daytona (am I missing anything?) When it comes to watches, less is more IMO. Remember, there is a reason you consolidated your collection for the Platona. If you sell it now for two watches, you're moving in the wrong direction.

I've got three Balls and two Grand Seikos, fwiw!!! I do like all the Rolex I own so they'd be hard to part with!!!

[MrMercedes]

Never sell your beautiful Platona. I`m sure you would regret it.

[JSolution]

Definitely the right choice. (Although you already put me out of my misery before your post ha)

From my limited time on this forum compared to yourself I know for a fact you really love and wear your Daytona and although I don’t know you personally I think you’re in that position where you have found “your watch”. Which is hard to do. I think you will understand what I mean. The sky dweller is the one for me.

Just some food for thought, if after a change maybe “upgrade” ( I use this term because it’s more expensive) to the diamond dial.

Definitely think you made the right decision and agree with all your points.