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cody p · 14 November 2008, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

If the 40 mm sports models can be accepted, I see no reason why the 41 mm DD cannot.

In fact, I sincerely hope and pray Rolex pump up the DJ to 41 mm some day.

JJ

yes, but sports models have a reason for being traditionally larger: larger dials for better visibility, thicker cases for greater water resistance, larger bezels for easier manipulation etc. this is just bigger for the sake of being bigger. i don't get it.

Quicksilver · 14 November 2008, 06:32 AM

I don't like it. It looks disproportionate and bloated. A DD and a DJ should be 36mm - the perfect size for an elegant watch.

Frankly, I hope that Rolex get burned on this one so they won't bloat out other perfectly beautiful watches.

Otto · 14 November 2008, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by cody p

yes, but sports models have a reason for being traditionally larger: larger dials for better visibility, thicker cases for greater water resistance, larger bezels for easier manipulation etc. this is just bigger for the sake of being bigger. i don't get it.

I agree.

JJ Irani · 14 November 2008, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by cody p

yes, but sports models have a reason for being traditionally larger: larger dials for better visibility, thicker cases for greater water resistance, larger bezels for easier manipulation etc. this is just bigger for the sake of being bigger. i don't get it.

Well, I did try one on and thought it looked absolutely superb on my wrist.

By the same token, I find the 36 mm models way too small.

Just the way I feel, I guess. If I could really afford one, I'd have it in a heartbeat!!

JJ

sharif · 14 November 2008, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Quicksilver

I don't like it. It looks disproportionate and bloated. A DD and a DJ should be 36mm - the perfect size for an elegant watch.

Frankly, I hope that Rolex get burned on this one so they won't bloat out other perfectly beautiful watches.

I couldnt agree with you more.

When I tired on a smooth bezeled DD, it basically had the weight, size, and feel of my Milgauss. Just didn't feel right, or look right.

I still feel the original DD is the classic for all others to be judged.

chicagowatchman · 14 November 2008, 08:59 AM

I stated it many times before....

DD II

Its an AlarmClock for Your Wrist!

If they wanted to do a larger size they should have at least designed the bracelet to scale with larger links...not just a larger end link. Or better yet introduced a new style bracelet like they did for the 39mm Masterpiece line.

The bezel should have also been given more thought as well as the trendy dials.

I think the 36mm DD is for the classic crowd while the beefy larger case watches are for guys over 6'6" and 250lbs. Rappers, sports celebs, and super trendy artsey folk.

rpryan55 · 14 November 2008, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by chicagowatchman

I think the 36mm DD is for the classic crowd while the beefy larger case watches are for guys over 6'6" and 250lbs. Rappers, sports celebs, and super trendy artsey folk.

...and bald New Zealand sheep lovers, as well!

Seriously, I understand JJ's love for the new model - it is perfectly sized to him. But for me, the DD's eye-catching allure (and, believe me, it catches people's eye) has always been it's bracelet. When Rolex went to 41mm for the DD, the case (to my mind) over-shadowed the bracelet and took away a lot of the model's bling.

That's just my thought - and I also agree that it seems like size for size's sake. I've a feeling that smaller watches are coming back into vogue, and this "DD II" will go the way of the Rolex LED watches. On the other hand, my wife says I'm often wrong....about everything.

chicagowatchman · 14 November 2008, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by rpryan55

But for me, the DD's eye-catching allure (and, believe me, it catches people's eye) has always been it's bracelet. When Rolex went to 41mm for the DD, the case (to my mind) over-shadowed the bracelet and took away a lot of the model's bling.

I think you also understand the point

Maybe Rolex will design a new bracelet for the DD II in scale to the watch!

davidwatts · 14 November 2008, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by cody p

yes, but sports models have a reason for being traditionally larger: larger dials for better visibility, thicker cases for greater water resistance, larger bezels for easier manipulation etc. this is just bigger for the sake of being bigger. i don't get it.

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Originally Posted by Otto

I agree.

rpryan55 · 14 November 2008, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by chicagowatchman

Maybe Rolex will design a new bracelet for the DD II in scale to the watch!

Glad I'm not the only one who noticed they were out of whack in scale, brother!

Rob_b · 14 November 2008, 10:47 AM

This picture is an idea. But you really have to see them in the flesh.

I like this one, if I could afford it

GBJIV · 14 November 2008, 11:02 AM

I'm with JJ - I loved the DD II - Very classy.

chicagowatchman · 14 November 2008, 12:32 PM

The DDII above looks out of scale compared to the 36mm

vapalux · 28 November 2008, 02:18 AM

If I could afford it my choice would be the DD-II. They look the mutts. Also agreeing with JJ I hope they give the DJ a bit more size.

stevemulholland3 · 28 November 2008, 02:45 AM

for someone like me with man-sized wrists the new size is just perfect.he-he-he..

KINGMONKEY · 18 April 2009, 03:41 PM

Anyone got any pictures of a DD2 with a diamond dial please post pictures

Omega_Precision · 18 April 2009, 03:50 PM

That picture of the two DD's....looks like a "his and hers" pic.

That is a significant size difference....I'm starting to get use to the DDII, the bezel is perfect, the dial on the DD looks too big now.

DanP · 18 April 2009, 06:02 PM

I had the romnn platty on my wrist in HK this year and man....... if only.....$$$$

bmackinlay · 18 April 2009, 11:42 PM

I have the first one in this thread and love it!! I guess "opinions are like A--Holes ,everybody has one" Bill

Gerardus · 19 April 2009, 12:08 AM

I do not like this big size, the old one looks in my opinion nicer.

I6-S54B32 · 19 April 2009, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by sharif

Obviously, everything had to get bigger with the new bigger watch, but I feel like they got the proportions all wrong, and made the watch TOOOO big. I think a mild bump to 39mm would have sufficed.

. . And disagree with "everything has to get bigger. ." That's why so many Americans are fat slobs. A watch with only a date function going to a trash lid sized size of 41mm is an utterly retarded idea, and I'm absolutely shocked Rolex did this. At least the gorgeous and classic 36mm DD is still available. A waste of metal in my opinion.

I6-S54B32 · 19 April 2009, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Otto

I agree.

Chasing fashion trends is NOT something I'd expect out of Rolex. . . A cheap Fossil watch yes; Not Rolex.

chicagowatchman · 19 April 2009, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by I6-S54B32

Chasing fashion trends is NOT something I'd expect out of Rolex. . . A cheap Fossil watch yes; Not Rolex.

X2!!!!

RoatanMan · 9 May 2009, 01:10 PM

I like the DDII, this is why I ordered one... I always wanted a President and they DD is an awesome watch, but the DDII in WG is just stunning... Rolex is just giving us size options in the DD... My next watch will most likey be a YG DD so that I can have both sizes for all occasions...

Here is my mix:

Nice jeans, cool shoes and a nice dress shirt = DDII WG
A suite and tie = DD YG
Just kicking back drinking a beer with friends = SS Sub-Date

14 November 2008, 06:32 AM	#32
Quicksilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: David Location: London+Guangzhou Watch: ing watches Posts: 2,603	I don't like it. It looks disproportionate and bloated. A DD and a DJ should be 36mm - the perfect size for an elegant watch. Frankly, I hope that Rolex get burned on this one so they won't bloat out other perfectly beautiful watches. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 116600, GMT Master II 16710 (Pepsi) and 116710 BLNR, Daytona 116500LN, Submariner 14060M.

14 November 2008, 08:59 AM	#36
chicagowatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicago IL Watch: Platinum DDMasterp Posts: 1,983	I stated it many times before.... DD II Its an AlarmClock for Your Wrist! If they wanted to do a larger size they should have at least designed the bracelet to scale with larger links...not just a larger end link. Or better yet introduced a new style bracelet like they did for the 39mm Masterpiece line. The bezel should have also been given more thought as well as the trendy dials. I think the 36mm DD is for the classic crowd while the beefy larger case watches are for guys over 6'6" and 250lbs. Rappers, sports celebs, and super trendy artsey folk. __________________ Men's Platinum Day Date Masterpiece Men's 18k Day Date Crown Collection Men's Franck Muller 18k Conquistador Cortez Men's SS Cartier Pasha MEMBER # 5534 USA CHICAGO IL

14 November 2008, 10:47 AM	#41
Rob_b "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Brisbane AUS Watch: SeaDweller Posts: 850	This picture is an idea. But you really have to see them in the flesh. I like this one, if I could afford it __________________ Travelling Through Time at The Speed of Life.

14 November 2008, 11:02 AM	#42
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	I'm with JJ - I loved the DD II - Very classy. __________________ Jackson

14 November 2008, 12:32 PM	#43
chicagowatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicago IL Watch: Platinum DDMasterp Posts: 1,983	The DDII above looks out of scale compared to the 36mm __________________ Men's Platinum Day Date Masterpiece Men's 18k Day Date Crown Collection Men's Franck Muller 18k Conquistador Cortez Men's SS Cartier Pasha MEMBER # 5534 USA CHICAGO IL

28 November 2008, 02:18 AM	#44
vapalux "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Si Location: united kingdom Posts: 1,655	If I could afford it my choice would be the DD-II. They look the mutts. Also agreeing with JJ I hope they give the DJ a bit more size.

28 November 2008, 02:45 AM	#45
stevemulholland3 Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: steven Location: tampa bay Watch: 1680 18k sub Posts: 6,672	for someone like me with man-sized wrists the new size is just perfect.he-he-he..

18 April 2009, 03:41 PM	#46
KINGMONKEY "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SAN DIEGO Posts: 38	Anyone got any pictures of a DD2 with a diamond dial please post pictures

18 April 2009, 03:50 PM	#47
Omega_Precision Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Henry Location: CA, US Watch: ing basketball Posts: 2,977	That picture of the two DD's....looks like a "his and hers" pic. That is a significant size difference....I'm starting to get use to the DDII, the bezel is perfect, the dial on the DD looks too big now.

18 April 2009, 06:02 PM	#48
DanP Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Dan P Location: Vancouver. Canada Watch: GV-U-Kno-Me :) Posts: 2,436	I had the romnn platty on my wrist in HK this year and man....... if only.....$$$$

18 April 2009, 11:42 PM	#49
bmackinlay "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Bill MacKinlay Location: Dade City, Fl. Watch: 18K Pres.DD 118238 Posts: 476	I have the first one in this thread and love it!! I guess "opinions are like A--Holes ,everybody has one" Bill

19 April 2009, 12:08 AM	#50
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	I do not like this big size, the old one looks in my opinion nicer. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

9 May 2009, 01:10 PM	#54
RoatanMan Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Roatan Posts: 42	I like the DDII, this is why I ordered one... I always wanted a President and they DD is an awesome watch, but the DDII in WG is just stunning... Rolex is just giving us size options in the DD... My next watch will most likey be a YG DD so that I can have both sizes for all occasions... Here is my mix: Nice jeans, cool shoes and a nice dress shirt = DDII WG A suite and tie = DD YG Just kicking back drinking a beer with friends = SS Sub-Date

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