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rolex16 · 7 April 2022, 11:01 AM

I am considering buying platinum DD 40. Curious about long term comfort from owners. Is it wearable as a daily or does it just get too uncomfortable. I tried on a gold DD 40 and it was substantial but not uncomfortable for the few minutes I had on at the AD.

365DAS · 7 April 2022, 11:05 AM

At first it’ll feel heavy but you then become used to the weight imo.

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rmlovett1 · 7 April 2022, 11:15 AM

Weight will be noticeable at first, but becomes a non issue after a little while. Can be comfortable all day IMO. This was my experience at least.

zagazar · 7 April 2022, 04:22 PM

the president bracelet is constructed to grasp your wrist perfectly. you won't feel the weight at all.

Carguy87 · 7 April 2022, 05:03 PM

Platinum DD40 is around 250 grams yea?

George58 · 7 April 2022, 07:25 PM

it's heavy very heavy with the non adjust pres band better hope you get the right fit if it's lose on the wrist with that weight not good I have a old DD in gold so I know

zapokee · 7 April 2022, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Carguy87

Platinum DD40 is around 250 grams yea?

A quarter of a kilo?? You'll have to switch it between arms every day so that you don't end up with one arm bigger than the other.

You'll be able to skip arm day at the gym forever, too.

rolexpure · 7 April 2022, 08:48 PM

You'll get used to it.

A Skydweller is more than 250grams and its comfy as to wear.

It will feel like night and day if your coming from SS. The first time I tried on a full PM watch I was like WOW.....i love the weight.

samson66 · 7 April 2022, 09:18 PM

Platinum I believe is 11% heavier than gold. The weight of the DD is part of a alure. Precious metals weigh more than stainless steel, but I've never heard from anyone that a DD is uncomfortable. I think you appreciate the weight with that model.

rolex16 · 7 April 2022, 09:56 PM

Thanks everyone!

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brandrea · 7 April 2022, 10:01 PM

Some folks like the heft of PM watches, part of the wearing experience.

My only word of caution, is that there is no easy way to adjust the bracelet if your wrist is subject to swelling.

Something to think about

samson66 · 7 April 2022, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Some folks like the heft of PM watches, part of the wearing experience.

My only word of caution, is that there is no easy way to adjust the bracelet if your wrist is subject to swelling.

Something to think about

Excellent point Brian that gets overlooked often. No micro adjust on the president bracelet.

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brandrea · 7 April 2022, 10:32 PM

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Excellent point Brian that gets overlooked often. No micro adjust on the president bracelet.

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I use it as an excuse not to own one Mike

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travisb · 7 April 2022, 10:32 PM

Not uncomfortable. The weight will be noticeable but in a good way.

samson66 · 7 April 2022, 10:40 PM

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I use it as an excuse not to own one Mike

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Smart move. Take that Rolex! Brian and I aren't buying your Day Dates until you add micro adjustments to the bracelet!

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brandrea · 7 April 2022, 10:43 PM

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Smart move. Take that Rolex! Brian and I aren't buying your Day Dates until you add micro adjustments to the bracelet!

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Great minds Mike!

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downtorock · 8 April 2022, 01:19 AM

all day every day.

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BNA/LION · 8 April 2022, 03:15 AM

Platinum DD... I've tried one on as well and felt heavy but like others have said you'll likely get used to it. The weight will not stop me from getting one.

The weight of the 40 mm YG DD is fine. I love the feel of the bracelet and the gold actually warms up as you wear it. I have a smaller wrist and adjustment was perfect after removing several links. You can get a 1/2 link if you need and that will solve most fitting issues.

V25V · 8 April 2022, 03:34 AM

Better get that fitment right. If not, the weight will be too much for sure. I prefer PM on rubber straps for this reason, heavy but not too much. All PM pieces are generally too hefty for me.

s14roller · 8 April 2022, 03:40 AM

Gold feels fine, but IMO, plat is uncomfortable for daily wearing (and I strength train…)

Panader · 8 April 2022, 06:38 AM

Go for it!

Its an amazing watch

mannyv11 · 8 April 2022, 07:12 AM

I love mine

rolex16 · 8 April 2022, 11:20 AM

Thanks for all the feedback folks. I would go for gold but that ice blue dial is too nice to pass up. I also like the tone of the platinum. Want to make it my daily, so hoping it works out.

fixinbones · 8 April 2022, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by samson66

Excellent point Brian that gets overlooked often. No micro adjust on the president bracelet.

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Yeah but you can get a 1.5 link which should solve any fit issues.

Apheaven · 8 April 2022, 01:31 PM

You WILL get used to the weight and likely appreciate the heft BUT do not forget to take it off at night. If I have a big night and forget to take it off, the next morning my wrist definitely feels it.…the struggle is real

ltmgeller · 8 April 2022, 01:33 PM

It's amazing all day long. I absolutely love the feeling and have a hard time not wearing it.

7 April 2022, 11:01 AM	#1
rolex16 Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Nick Location: FL Posts: 767	Platinum DD 40 Comfort I am considering buying platinum DD 40. Curious about long term comfort from owners. Is it wearable as a daily or does it just get too uncomfortable. I tried on a gold DD 40 and it was substantial but not uncomfortable for the few minutes I had on at the AD.

8 April 2022, 03:15 AM	#18
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,654	Platinum DD... I've tried one on as well and felt heavy but like others have said you'll likely get used to it. The weight will not stop me from getting one. The weight of the 40 mm YG DD is fine. I love the feel of the bracelet and the gold actually warms up as you wear it. I have a smaller wrist and adjustment was perfect after removing several links. You can get a 1/2 link if you need and that will solve most fitting issues. __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

8 April 2022, 01:31 PM	#25
Apheaven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SF Posts: 589	Platinum DD 40 Comfort You WILL get used to the weight and likely appreciate the heft BUT do not forget to take it off at night. If I have a big night and forget to take it off, the next morning my wrist definitely feels it.…the struggle is real

8 April 2022, 01:33 PM	#26
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,580	It's amazing all day long. I absolutely love the feeling and have a hard time not wearing it. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

7 April 2022, 11:05 AM	#2
365DAS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: RD Location: UK Posts: 629	At first it’ll feel heavy but you then become used to the weight imo. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

7 April 2022, 11:15 AM	#3
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	Weight will be noticeable at first, but becomes a non issue after a little while. Can be comfortable all day IMO. This was my experience at least.

7 April 2022, 04:22 PM	#4
zagazar "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Saudi Watch: 405.035 Datograph Posts: 56	the president bracelet is constructed to grasp your wrist perfectly. you won't feel the weight at all.

7 April 2022, 05:03 PM	#5
Carguy87 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Real Name: Steve Location: Nevada Watch: JC 126660 Posts: 4,534	Platinum DD40 is around 250 grams yea?

7 April 2022, 07:25 PM	#6
George58 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Home Watch: Patek Aquanaut Posts: 837	it's heavy very heavy with the non adjust pres band better hope you get the right fit if it's lose on the wrist with that weight not good I have a old DD in gold so I know

7 April 2022, 08:48 PM	#8
rolexpure Banned Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: San Fran Posts: 405	You'll get used to it. A Skydweller is more than 250grams and its comfy as to wear. It will feel like night and day if your coming from SS. The first time I tried on a full PM watch I was like WOW.....i love the weight.

7 April 2022, 09:18 PM	#9
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,793	Platinum I believe is 11% heavier than gold. The weight of the DD is part of a alure. Precious metals weigh more than stainless steel, but I've never heard from anyone that a DD is uncomfortable. I think you appreciate the weight with that model.

7 April 2022, 09:56 PM	#10
rolex16 Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Nick Location: FL Posts: 767	Thanks everyone! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

7 April 2022, 10:01 PM	#11
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,113	Some folks like the heft of PM watches, part of the wearing experience. My only word of caution, is that there is no easy way to adjust the bracelet if your wrist is subject to swelling. Something to think about

7 April 2022, 10:32 PM	#14
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Not uncomfortable. The weight will be noticeable but in a good way.

8 April 2022, 01:19 AM	#17
downtorock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,307	all day every day. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 April 2022, 03:34 AM	#19
V25V 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 4,406	Better get that fitment right. If not, the weight will be too much for sure. I prefer PM on rubber straps for this reason, heavy but not too much. All PM pieces are generally too hefty for me.

8 April 2022, 03:40 AM	#20
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	Gold feels fine, but IMO, plat is uncomfortable for daily wearing (and I strength train…)

8 April 2022, 06:38 AM	#21
Panader "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Toronto Posts: 155	Go for it! Its an amazing watch

8 April 2022, 07:12 AM	#22
mannyv11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Manny Location: MA Watch: DD,Sub,GMT,Daytona Posts: 4,510	I love mine

8 April 2022, 11:20 AM	#23
rolex16 Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Nick Location: FL Posts: 767	Thanks for all the feedback folks. I would go for gold but that ice blue dial is too nice to pass up. I also like the tone of the platinum. Want to make it my daily, so hoping it works out.

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