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Old 13 October 2018, 06:41 PM   #1
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Daydate 40 which metal?

I am saving up for my ultimate grail watch Daydate 40 to conclude my small collection of Rolex watches. I love the blue dial white gold but it’s too close to stainless steel metal. Then rose gold and yellow gold both have it own appeal and class. My question is which PM would you choose and why? I am very curious of how you processsing your thoughts when purchasing such an expensive item. TIA TRF.
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Old 13 October 2018, 06:46 PM   #2
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My grail Day Date is also WG, Blue dial. Doesn't matter to me if it has a similar appearance to SS. In fact that keeps it under the radar. I personally don't like the YG watch look and could never afford the PT version.
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Old 13 October 2018, 06:48 PM   #3
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Platinum Ice blue dial would be my ultimate day date
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Old 13 October 2018, 07:36 PM   #4
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RG, it's a bit more modest compared to the YG
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Old 13 October 2018, 07:44 PM   #5
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I am saving up for my ultimate grail watch Daydate 40 to conclude my small collection of Rolex watches. I love the blue dial white gold but it’s too close to stainless steel metal. Then rose gold and yellow gold both have it own appeal and class. My question is which PM would you choose and why? I am very curious of how you processsing your thoughts when purchasing such an expensive item. TIA TRF.
Did u try the WG in the shop? Or just purely from the picture?
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Old 13 October 2018, 09:07 PM   #6
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If your only going to have a single DD40 - get the YG.

Its iconic precious metal, it will never go out of fashion. I have a feeling long term Rose Gold will not stand the test of time even though I have numerous full RG pieces.
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Old 13 October 2018, 09:28 PM   #7
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Do you have any other PM watch? If not go YG with silver dial IMO.
If yes then RG and Olive.
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Old 13 October 2018, 09:30 PM   #8
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Platinum is king!!
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Old 13 October 2018, 09:34 PM   #9
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Without a doubt, YG!
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Old 13 October 2018, 09:36 PM   #10
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I'm partial to WG. It looks and feels incredible and is so very versatile.

But then again, whether it looks like steel or not doesn't concern me, as I wear my watches for myself and not to impress others.
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Old 13 October 2018, 09:42 PM   #11
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I went with white gold,even though it “might fly” under the radar compared to yellow gold at a distance when its near it has a yellow hue so it does not look at all like steel.
This pic was when i was picking up my DD40
After you see the difference,you cant unsee it
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Old 13 October 2018, 09:59 PM   #12
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RG Green dial or platinum glacier...those to me are the standouts.
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Old 13 October 2018, 10:50 PM   #13
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Platinum rules but way too heavy for my liking.
YG is sweet and classic but I prefer the rose gold.
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Old 13 October 2018, 10:59 PM   #14
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WG for sure
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:10 PM   #15
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I like all versions expect for platinum. If I had to choose, I would go YG because it’s such an iconic look.


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Old 13 October 2018, 11:12 PM   #16
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Olive green dial. Either RG or WG.
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:15 PM   #17
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YG black dial DD40
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:17 PM   #18
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If the platinum with glacier blue is not an option, I would pick YG.
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:20 PM   #19
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Plat ice blue stick dial.
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:20 PM   #20
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I’m going to get a WG with black dial when the time comes. I have other PM Rolexes. I prefer the WG DD40 because I can wear it at work without creating too much drama. People can say what they want about an All Gold Rolex, but the fact is an All Gold Rolex stands out BIG TIME! Not that I mind in every situation, but I do prefer my WG BLRO and RG YM when I’m at work.

Also, once you’ve worn a WG Rolex, you will see it’s nowhere near a SS model.
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:27 PM   #21
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I have YG champagn on romans. Its a gold watch in my mind and its going to look like a gold watch
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:29 PM   #22
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I love the WG DD40, and the dial combos are great — blue, green, dark rhodium. All stunning. I tried on a YG DD 40 and it felt like too much. If I go YG, it’ll be the DD 36.


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Old 13 October 2018, 11:31 PM   #23
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Love the WG. Love the versatility. I own the WG, black dial, with the baguette markers. It's a stunning piece.
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:34 PM   #24
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I'm partial to WG. It looks and feels incredible and is so very versatile.

But then again, whether it looks like steel or not doesn't concern me, as I wear my watches for myself and not to impress others.
Exactly my sentiments on WG ...and the blue or green dial are fantastic!

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Agree with Doc...Love the platinum as well, but prefer the fluted bezel if getting the DD

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If your only going to have a single DD40 - get the YG.

Its iconic precious metal, it will never go out of fashion. I have a feeling long term Rose Gold will not stand the test of time even though I have numerous full RG pieces.
Agree..yes... if only one DD or PM....I’d go YG. Especially with the DD...although I’m biased, it was my first choice in a DD. So iconic!
Good luck! All great choices
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:40 PM   #25
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I would go WG or PT. I love the color of both the WG and PT. But I may prefer the warmth of the WG color and the fluted bezel. I could never wear rose or yellow gold, it is too flashy for me. I prefer the stealth wealth look. Staying under the radar, high class, low flash.
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:45 PM   #26
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I’m all over the map on this one.

I used to think platinum was the way to go ... love the glacier dial and deconstructed Romans on the D40

I also LOVE the WG Olive dial. The flutted bezel is kind of a hallmark of the model.

Lately I think YG with champagne or silver dial is the most iconic looking DD

So, perhaps you need these three
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Old 13 October 2018, 11:46 PM   #27
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WG has a very subtle tone. When you first get it you think it looks like ss. Overtime you realize the warmer tone more often. If you rotate it with a ss watch, you’ll really notice the difference. But it is a subtle metal.

For the dd40 it would be a yg with silver romans, platinum, or rg with brown dial. I’d want some flash with it.


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Old 14 October 2018, 12:03 AM   #28
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While I do like YG and RG as well, I always felt they don't carry the complexity (not referring to class, nor elegance, nor prestige, etc) as WG does.

What do I mean? Unlike YG and RG, WG keeps the other person guessing. It's messing with their heads. I can tell they're struggling with, "Is it a steel watch? Why the %$&@ is it so shiny? What is that other hue coming through?". No, I'm not a sadist. It does it to me as well, even though I know for a fact it's a gold watch.

So if you like a quick burn and let everyone, including yourself assert that its a gold watch, go for YG or RG.

But if you prefer the slow burn effect like I do, you just can't beat WG!
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Old 14 October 2018, 12:53 AM   #29
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While I do like YG and RG as well, I always felt they don't carry the complexity (not referring to class, nor elegance, nor prestige, etc) as WG does.

What do I mean? Unlike YG and RG, WG keeps the other person guessing. It's messing with their heads. I can tell they're struggling with, "Is it a steel watch? Why the %$&@ is it so shiny? What is that other hue coming through?". No, I'm not a sadist. It does it to me as well, even though I know for a fact it's a gold watch.

So if you like a quick burn and let everyone, including yourself assert that its a gold watch, go for YG or RG.

But if you prefer the slow burn effect like I do, you just can't beat WG!
lol i don't think most people think what you described when they see a WG watch, if they even notice it

to OP though i would go with YG
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Old 14 October 2018, 01:28 AM   #30
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I'd vote platinum if there was a fluted bezel. Since not....WG.
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