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Old 18 September 2020, 01:28 AM   #271
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What an uncommon dial option (what’s it called?), gives it a cool twist! Looks like the watch is also in great shape!
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Old 18 September 2020, 04:48 PM   #272
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What an uncommon dial option (what’s it called?), gives it a cool twist! Looks like the watch is also in great shape!
Yes, Its called the Oxford motif mother of pearl dial. Very rare. Thanks the watch is in like-new condition with no bracelet stretch.

Btw anyone know if the 118206 ref included ceramic links like the DD2?
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Old 19 September 2020, 08:35 AM   #273
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Yes, Its called the Oxford motif mother of pearl dial. Very rare. Thanks the watch is in like-new condition with no bracelet stretch.

Btw anyone know if the 118206 ref included ceramic links like the DD2?
Nice, congrats! I love my YG DD36. I also have a 118206, and much to my chagrin (bracelet stretch drives me nuts!), the sleeves weren’t integrated back then. I’m not sure if even the 128xxx models have them, but I haven’t looked since they don’t seem to offer a 36mm platinum version. I guess a “128206” would be the natural successor to mine, if it existed.
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Old 19 September 2020, 09:24 AM   #274
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Had my eye on this for a while—blessed to add the grail to my collection.


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Beautiful watch!

Might I ask how long the wait was to acquire?

This is my next watch but I need to sell a few first:)
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Old 19 September 2020, 09:30 AM   #275
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Old 19 September 2020, 09:50 AM   #276
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Beautiful watch!

Might I ask how long the wait was to acquire?

This is my next watch but I need to sell a few first:)

I had my eye on it for 2 years. Called an AD to ask if they had one, they did, and I pulled the trigger on it a week later.
You certainly won’t be disappointed.


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Old 19 September 2020, 12:06 PM   #277
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I had my eye on it for 2 years. Called an AD to ask if they had one, they did, and I pulled the trigger on it a week later.
You certainly won’t be disappointed.


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Thanks, I'm in, calling AD Monday. This is a timeless piece, such a beauty.
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Old 19 September 2020, 01:00 PM   #278
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Thanks, I'm in, calling AD Monday. This is a timeless piece, such a beauty.

Timeless.


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Old 6 November 2020, 09:28 AM   #279
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Wow.. this is my first time seeing the dial~~~~~~~~~very nice!!!
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Old 30 November 2020, 10:38 AM   #280
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Does anyone know why Rolex no longer makes the 36mm Day Date in Platinum? Will they ever be releasing it in 36mm again?
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Old 30 November 2020, 11:40 AM   #281
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Does anyone know why Rolex no longer makes the 36mm Day Date in Platinum? Will they ever be releasing it in 36mm again?
Good observation. I would guess its gone for good.
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Old 30 November 2020, 03:46 PM   #282
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Does anyone know why Rolex no longer makes the 36mm Day Date in Platinum? Will they ever be releasing it in 36mm again?
You know, I wondered the same thing. Before buying my 118206, I tried figuring that out. Since I don’t have a preference for the design of the newer end links of the 128xxx models, it all came down to the 3255’s extended 70-hour power reserve, and more importantly to me, the ceramic sleeves to eliminate bracelet stretch. When I realized they’d discontinued the PT models, like you’ve mentioned, I went forward.

I figured they already used the 3155 for a full 40 years of production, and I’d already enjoyed years of good luck with that movement in my collection. Truth be told, I’m not sure a “128206” would’ve been a justifiable move for only the 2 reasons above (though the potential for bracelet stretch may eventually change my mind), so I’m really pleased with the overall value proposition. Even my YG President doesn’t get enough wrist time to see any noticeable stretch, and it’s been 10 years.

Does anyone know something other than the anecdotal about this?
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Old 4 December 2020, 07:50 AM   #283
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This arrived yesterday - what a beauty!
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Old 4 December 2020, 08:04 AM   #284
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Amazing watch, congrats! I remember trying one on a few years ago and the weight of the platinum and the ice blue face cannot be beat!
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Old 4 December 2020, 11:29 AM   #285
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This arrived yesterday - what a beauty!

Agreed. It’s amazing. Congrats!


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Old 4 December 2020, 11:59 AM   #286
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Love the quadrant dial and the gun blued hands. It's the blued hands and numbers that drive me nuts. Beautiful. On my list...
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Old 4 December 2020, 12:02 PM   #287
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This arrived yesterday - what a beauty!
Saw one of these at an AD today. WOW! So beautiful. Huge congratulations!!
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Old 4 December 2020, 01:54 PM   #288
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Thx all I'm really loving this piece.
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Old 4 December 2020, 02:02 PM   #289
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To you guys that have earned that incredible watch, I offer a serious congratulations. It is the Apex of Rolex IMHO and I wish you all the best wearing them with pride.
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Old 4 December 2020, 03:24 PM   #290
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To you guys that have earned that incredible watch, I offer a serious congratulations. It is the Apex of Rolex IMHO and I wish you all the best wearing them with pride.
Paul thanks for that note and believe me I am amazed at this piece.

And thanks for your interesting and often hilarious posts !!
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Old 24 December 2020, 05:05 PM   #291
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Old 24 December 2020, 08:33 PM   #292
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Old 29 December 2020, 01:09 AM   #293
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Would be a perfect watch, if it had the newer clasp.

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Old 29 December 2020, 01:59 AM   #294
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I never thought I would get another diamond dial but I really adore this one!

IMO the baguettes blend with the smooth bezel in perfect harmony. Very subtle.

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Old 9 June 2021, 07:14 PM   #295
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The Official Platinum Day Date Owners Thread

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Tracking this down and making it happen have been a long time coming. (This is also my 1st experience posting photos, my apologies in advance!) Had I been more on the ball, this incoming would’ve happened quite awhile back.

Though not my only President, this represents a grail for me. I feel humbled and blessed to be it’s steward and a part of this thread. To those who’ve helped me put this together or otherwise contributed helpful information, thank you! More photos to come.
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Old 9 June 2021, 09:32 PM   #296
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Old 9 June 2021, 11:05 PM   #297
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Love being a member of this club! Though I realized quickly that due to the weight, you have to wear your watch a bit tigher than normal.
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Old 9 June 2021, 11:43 PM   #298
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Hi, does anybody have a picture from the rolex catalog showing all the dd2 dial options ?
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Old 10 June 2021, 03:53 AM   #299
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Love being a member of this club! Though I realized quickly that due to the weight, you have to wear your watch a bit tigher than normal.

I’ve got the factory options for newer-style DD36s like mine, but not the one showing options for 40s or 41s. Sorry.
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Old 10 June 2021, 06:34 AM   #300
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Darn shame they discontinued the blue romans.


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