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sapper17 · 31 December 2015, 06:16 AM

If you could have a Platinum Daytona, or a number of watches for the same value, which way would you go?

TheMethod · 31 December 2015, 06:20 AM

I could sell my watches and get a Platona but to me I don't really have a watch that I must have over everything (grail), I like a bit of variety.

locutus49 · 31 December 2015, 06:22 AM

sco · 31 December 2015, 06:22 AM

Variety for sure. I'd rather have several great watches over one.

Gasoil4ever · 31 December 2015, 06:25 AM

Are you a one watch guy ?

Old Expat Beast · 31 December 2015, 06:27 AM

For the money, I'd go for two or three very special vintage pieces.

CRM114 · 31 December 2015, 06:32 AM

If it's only one or others, I'd opt for the variety especially taking into account vintage pieces. For me those are must-haves, so in this hypothetical scenario apparently no Platona for me!

nyc2la · 31 December 2015, 06:34 AM

Over the last several years, I have pared down my collection to effectively three watches that I wear (I have a 4th that I am hanging on to given it marked a professional milestone.) The Platona is one of the three watches. The others are a PP 5712/1a and a SDc. If I had to narrow it down further, I think the Platona and the SDc make a perfect pairing and would meet all needs and satisfy all occasions (dressy or casual.) And if I could only have one, it would be the Platona, hands down.

So, depending on what your "number" means in your original post, I would shrink the number of watches and go for the Platona given the chance. Once you start wearing the Platona, it will dominate your wrist time.

brandrea · 31 December 2015, 06:37 AM

Very tough call although I think I would need to have more than just one watch for variety sake.

Solo118 · 31 December 2015, 06:40 AM

I would rather have more pieces, you can have one hell of a collection for the price of one Platona. I have never tried on a Platona as I am scared I too would want to sell it all to get one.

ZeKe · 31 December 2015, 06:47 AM

Such a tough decision....
I'd go with the Platona as I consider it a "grail" piece. Nothing wrong being a one watch type of guy; actually I think its ideal.

Platona is a perfect watch IMO. It can be worn with a suit or jeans and its an absolute GEM!

rollee1 · 31 December 2015, 06:48 AM

Face with the same dilemma .
My mind says Platona.
My heart goes for variety.
For now...

Wcdhtwn · 31 December 2015, 06:49 AM

You can have a nice car for the price of a Platona (Retail at AD in Houston is $75,000)... I put one on, big mistake because it's all I thought about for a few days after. Why not a WG or RG Daytona and an SD4K? I guess that question is my answer, go for variety. With a Platona budget the variety need not be limited to SS.

sapper17 · 31 December 2015, 06:50 AM

I get that people would like some variety but as nyc2la stated, how could you say "yeah, leaving the Platona home today" I have a BLNR and if I had both I cant imagine saying I will wear the BLNR today.

tkerrmd · 31 December 2015, 06:52 AM

For me, once I got the Platona really lost interest in all other watches. Every time I have another watch on I ask myself why am I wearing this and LEAVING THE PLATONA AT HOME??? Just makes no sense to me to wear other watches at all

I have kept and still enjoy my collection, the Platona, however, if able to obtain, makes you forget your other watches anyway!! So, YES I would do what it takes to get it!!!

I think the consensus here however is the more the merrier so keep a variety, only you will know what is best for you

For me this is all I would ever need........

allprettythings · 31 December 2015, 06:52 AM

Go with the Platona and then get a few moderate priced pieces or pre-owned to round out your collection.

sapper17 · 31 December 2015, 06:55 AM

Exactly Tom! Its easy to say have some variety, but in reality I cant imagine saying, "nope, I will wear a Sub today"

tkerrmd · 31 December 2015, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by sapper17

Exactly Tom! Its easy to say have some variety, but in reality I cant imagine saying, "nope, I will wear a Sub today"

Well, honestly that is what happened to me!! But everyone's different!

Really goes everywhere with me but I still do rotate others in occasionally, especially if travel...

kunlun · 31 December 2015, 07:02 AM

Well, you could get a PP Nautilus 5711 and a platinum FPJourne. Depending on how you work it out, you might even squeeze in a DJ or OP...

Or, a PP 5711, an FPJ Chronometre Bleu, and a steel Daytona, plus some change?

Or a platinum DD40, plus a Sub-C, plus change.

There are a lot of options.

nyc2la · 31 December 2015, 07:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sapper17

I get that people would like some variety but as nyc2la stated, how could you say "yeah, leaving the Platona home today" I have a BLNR and if I had both I cant imagine saying I will wear the BLNR today.

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

For me, once I got the Platona really lost interest in all other watches. Every time I have another watch on I ask myself why am I wearing this and LEAVING THE PLATONA AT HOME??? Just makes no sense to me to wear other watches at all

I have kept and still enjoy my collection, the Platona, however, if able to obtain, makes you forget your other watches anyway!! So, YES I would do what it takes to get it!!!

I think the consensus here however is the more the merrier so keep a variety, only you will know what is best for you

For me this is all I would ever need........

Quote:

Originally Posted by sapper17

Exactly Tom! Its easy to say have some variety, but in reality I cant imagine saying, "nope, I will wear a Sub today"

Yeah, leaving the Platona at home is tough to do.

For the OP, expounding on the "all occasions" I wrote earlier, I usually will wear the SDc if I go to the beach or on a similar-type (i.e. active) vacation and the Platona most other times. These two watches pack a great 1-2 punch. Good luck!

Rolex addict · 31 December 2015, 07:07 AM

That is a very tough call. This is my current collection and I love every one of them. Upon Dr. Tom's enabling, I bought the Smurf last January and it gets the most wrist time by far. However, the others do find their way into the rotation occasionally. I'm afraid that when (99% sure not an if) I get the Platona, it and the Smurf will dominate wrist time. There is just something about the heft and feel of those watches that I can't explain. Those that have one know exactly what I'm talking about. It's something you just have to experience to know.

Le Chef · 31 December 2015, 07:10 AM

For the same money I would consider a pre owned Lange Datograph in pt. the movement is outstanding and stunning to look at.

AzHadEnuf · 31 December 2015, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Le Chef

For the same money I would consider a pre owned Lange Datograph in pt. the movement is outstanding and stunning to look at.

X2. Got to try on the platinum Daytona the other night and it made me forget about many watches. An hour later a had the Datograph on, forgot all about the Platona. Both killer watches though.

stockjock1975 · 31 December 2015, 07:25 AM

I never imagined being a "one watch" kind of guy. And although I still own many pieces and varying brands, the Platona is getting almost all the wrist time. Is simply checks all the boxes for me.
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kilyung · 31 December 2015, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sapper17

Its easy to say have some variety, but in reality I cant imagine saying, "nope, I will wear a Sub today"

Well...

kilyung · 31 December 2015, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Le Chef

For the same money I would consider a pre owned Lange Datograph in pt. the movement is outstanding and stunning to look at.

Been there and while I love Lange, there's really no better value in PM watches than Rolex.

Tvall13 · 31 December 2015, 07:40 AM

I absolutely love the platinum Daytona but I would probably prefer a white gold Daytona and a DD40 because I would like a little variety. That being said I don't have the money to spend that much on watches and if I did my choice might be different...

kilyung · 31 December 2015, 07:44 AM

Don't get me wrong. I love the idea of a platinum Daytona but I have had a love/hate relationship with Daytonas in the past. I haven't been able to keep a Daytona before deciding to part with it every time.

Etschell · 31 December 2015, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex addict

That is a very tough call. This is my current collection and I love every one of them. Upon Dr. Tom's enabling, I bought the Smurf last January and it gets the most wrist time by far. However, the others do find their way into the rotation occasionally. I'm afraid that when (99% sure not an if) I get the Platona, it and the Smurf will dominate wrist time. There is just something about the heft and feel of those watches that I can't explain. Those that have one know exactly what I'm talking about. It's something you just have to experience to know.

could be tommorrow just sell everything but one lv and the 16619 :)

dysondiver · 31 December 2015, 07:51 AM

tough tough question ,, id probably buy pre owned and buy a companion pre owned as well.

31 December 2015, 06:16 AM	#1
sapper17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Joe Location: NYC Watch: Rolex - Omega Posts: 441	Choice: Platinum Daytona or..... If you could have a Platinum Daytona, or a number of watches for the same value, which way would you go?

31 December 2015, 06:25 AM	#5
Gasoil4ever "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cameroun Watch: GS Snowflake Posts: 1,534	Are you a one watch guy ? __________________ 16710 GMT Master II "M" , SD4000, GS Snowflake, Stowa Marine Original.

31 December 2015, 06:34 AM	#8
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,424	Over the last several years, I have pared down my collection to effectively three watches that I wear (I have a 4th that I am hanging on to given it marked a professional milestone.) The Platona is one of the three watches. The others are a PP 5712/1a and a SDc. If I had to narrow it down further, I think the Platona and the SDc make a perfect pairing and would meet all needs and satisfy all occasions (dressy or casual.) And if I could only have one, it would be the Platona, hands down. So, depending on what your "number" means in your original post, I would shrink the number of watches and go for the Platona given the chance. Once you start wearing the Platona, it will dominate your wrist time. Attached Images

31 December 2015, 06:48 AM	#12
rollee1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Rollee Location: Boston Watch: it watching me Posts: 1,945	Face with the same dilemma . My mind says Platona. My heart goes for variety. For now... __________________ Time you enjoy wasting was not wasted

31 December 2015, 07:07 AM	#21
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	That is a very tough call. This is my current collection and I love every one of them. Upon Dr. Tom's enabling, I bought the Smurf last January and it gets the most wrist time by far. However, the others do find their way into the rotation occasionally. I'm afraid that when (99% sure not an if) I get the Platona, it and the Smurf will dominate wrist time. There is just something about the heft and feel of those watches that I can't explain. Those that have one know exactly what I'm talking about. It's something you just have to experience to know. Attached Images

31 December 2015, 06:20 AM	#2
TheMethod "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Rolex, AP, GS, JLC Posts: 790	I could sell my watches and get a Platona but to me I don't really have a watch that I must have over everything (grail), I like a bit of variety.

31 December 2015, 06:22 AM	#3
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194

31 December 2015, 06:22 AM	#4
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	Variety for sure. I'd rather have several great watches over one.

31 December 2015, 06:27 AM	#6
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,826	For the money, I'd go for two or three very special vintage pieces.

31 December 2015, 06:32 AM	#7
CRM114 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: HK & USA Watch: GMTs,1803, 16610LV Posts: 2,001	If it's only one or others, I'd opt for the variety especially taking into account vintage pieces. For me those are must-haves, so in this hypothetical scenario apparently no Platona for me!

31 December 2015, 06:37 AM	#9
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,129	Very tough call although I think I would need to have more than just one watch for variety sake.

31 December 2015, 06:40 AM	#10
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,092	I would rather have more pieces, you can have one hell of a collection for the price of one Platona. I have never tried on a Platona as I am scared I too would want to sell it all to get one.

31 December 2015, 06:47 AM	#11
ZeKe "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Texas Watch: Grandpa's Tissot Posts: 733	Such a tough decision.... I'd go with the Platona as I consider it a "grail" piece. Nothing wrong being a one watch type of guy; actually I think its ideal. Platona is a perfect watch IMO. It can be worn with a suit or jeans and its an absolute GEM!

31 December 2015, 06:49 AM	#13
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,061	You can have a nice car for the price of a Platona (Retail at AD in Houston is $75,000)... I put one on, big mistake because it's all I thought about for a few days after. Why not a WG or RG Daytona and an SD4K? I guess that question is my answer, go for variety. With a Platona budget the variety need not be limited to SS.

31 December 2015, 06:50 AM	#14
sapper17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Joe Location: NYC Watch: Rolex - Omega Posts: 441	I get that people would like some variety but as nyc2la stated, how could you say "yeah, leaving the Platona home today" I have a BLNR and if I had both I cant imagine saying I will wear the BLNR today.

31 December 2015, 06:52 AM	#15
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	For me, once I got the Platona really lost interest in all other watches. Every time I have another watch on I ask myself why am I wearing this and LEAVING THE PLATONA AT HOME??? Just makes no sense to me to wear other watches at all I have kept and still enjoy my collection, the Platona, however, if able to obtain, makes you forget your other watches anyway!! So, YES I would do what it takes to get it!!! I think the consensus here however is the more the merrier so keep a variety, only you will know what is best for you For me this is all I would ever need........

31 December 2015, 06:52 AM	#16
allprettythings Banned Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Linda Location: San Francisco Watch: What happens Posts: 75	Go with the Platona and then get a few moderate priced pieces or pre-owned to round out your collection.

31 December 2015, 06:55 AM	#17
sapper17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Joe Location: NYC Watch: Rolex - Omega Posts: 441	Exactly Tom! Its easy to say have some variety, but in reality I cant imagine saying, "nope, I will wear a Sub today"

31 December 2015, 07:02 AM	#19
kunlun "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,970	Well, you could get a PP Nautilus 5711 and a platinum FPJourne. Depending on how you work it out, you might even squeeze in a DJ or OP... Or, a PP 5711, an FPJ Chronometre Bleu, and a steel Daytona, plus some change? Or a platinum DD40, plus a Sub-C, plus change. There are a lot of options.

31 December 2015, 07:10 AM	#22
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	For the same money I would consider a pre owned Lange Datograph in pt. the movement is outstanding and stunning to look at.

31 December 2015, 07:25 AM	#24
stockjock1975 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland, OH Watch: Platona Posts: 1,569	I never imagined being a "one watch" kind of guy. And although I still own many pieces and varying brands, the Platona is getting almost all the wrist time. Is simply checks all the boxes for me.

31 December 2015, 07:40 AM	#27
Tvall13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: US Watch: Rolex Datejust II Posts: 370	I absolutely love the platinum Daytona but I would probably prefer a white gold Daytona and a DD40 because I would like a little variety. That being said I don't have the money to spend that much on watches and if I did my choice might be different...

31 December 2015, 07:44 AM	#28
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Don't get me wrong. I love the idea of a platinum Daytona but I have had a love/hate relationship with Daytonas in the past. I haven't been able to keep a Daytona before deciding to part with it every time.

31 December 2015, 07:51 AM	#30
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	tough tough question ,, id probably buy pre owned and buy a companion pre owned as well.

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