DD day date old vs new

[sambb]

I was going to buy a day date 40, but concerned since the watch goes south in value and when bracelet wears out it costs >10k. Older ones with quickset DD are in the teens but are 36. Any advice on committing to a DD. I wear a suit to work

[huncho]

if you're concerned about value then buying a 5 digit is probably your best option. bracelet wear is not an issue with 6 digits though, especially the dd40s

[Onikage]

Bracelet wear isn't an issue with regular cleaning. Great thread for some 5 digit presidential porn. ..

[Kliminator]

I'd go DD40. Size and proportions are perfect. Ceramic sleeves should help prevent bracelet stretch. Key is to keep it clean

At the end of the day - either would be great in a collection

[Phrank]

Originally Posted by Onikage

Bracelet wear isn't an issue with regular cleaning. Great thread for some 5 digit presidential porn. ..

Watch pron it is....as mentioned, look after your watches with regular cleaning no matter what bracelet you have and you will extend and preserve it's life.

I'm 6'4", 225lbs, and my 18238 Day-Date is perfect, dresses up or down, sits beautifully, and is truly a classic timepiece.

This one is an A series, so it's 1999...took my time finding the right one. Here's a pic of the watch and a pic before I bought it of the bracelet - primo condition.

For some reason, there are lots of people who buy these spectacular watches, then leave them in a safe or generally never wear them, always stumped me why people do this, I thank them though, for buying me a watch at retail price, taking great care of it for a decade or two, then selling it to me at a huge discount - win! :-)

[timepieceluvr]

They’re both great. I had a 36MM and thought it was the perfect watch.... Until I got the DD40. The new one is really special


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[s2h904]

Beautiful guys-this model is next on my list. I am concerned about bracelet stretch myself so I am conserving my pesos for a 6 digit DD in yellow.

[GoingPlaces]

DD40 is the way to go, with ceramic sleeves.

[Dsmith1974]

10K for a new bracelet is making me think twice about acquiring a five digit DD now. Although I do was with the bracelet with soap and water every day I wear it in the shower. It’d probably be ok, but still enough to make you think twice.

Maybe in ten years time a DD40 will be about £15K.


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[huncho]

Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

10K for a new bracelet is making me think twice about acquiring a five digit DD now. Although I do was with the bracelet with soap and water every day I wear it in the shower. It’d probably be ok, but still enough to make you think twice.

Maybe in ten years time a DD40 will be about £15K.


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you can always have the stretch fixed for way less. you don't have to pay for a new bracelet

[Tangier11]

[Dsmith1974]

Originally Posted by huncho

you can always have the stretch fixed for way less. you don't have to pay for a new bracelet

Oh that’s good. I heard RSC wouldn’t service a president bracelet once the stretch goes beyond a certain angle. Not sure how true that is.

Actually I heard they wouldn’t service the watch but I don’t believe that as you could always just send the head in and decline to have a new bracelet fitted


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[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

10K for a new bracelet is making me think twice about acquiring a five digit DD now. Although I do was with the bracelet with soap and water every day I wear it in the shower. It’d probably be ok, but still enough to make you think twice.

Maybe in ten years time a DD40 will be about £15K.


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Don't buy a watch needing a new bracelet and have it properly sized. Bracelet repair is definitely doable (Michael Young).

[Dsmith1974]

A snug fit is good for preventing stretch right? I do that on my jubilees.


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[huncho]

Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

Oh that’s good. I heard RSC wouldn’t service a president bracelet once the stretch goes beyond a certain angle. Not sure how true that is.

Actually I heard they wouldn’t service the watch but I don’t believe that as you could always just send the head in and decline to have a new bracelet fitted


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well it wouldn't be through rsc. rolliworks fixes stretch for cheap (starting at $300) and they do a great job based on all the reviews here

[just1time]

DD40...My dream watch : )

[Maiden]

I was able to purchase a mint safe queen 18238. These bracelets will last 30 years plus with proper cleaning and fitment. I wouldn't worry too much if you take care of your watches. I am also 6'2, 255lbs 7.25 in wrist and love the 36mm! Someone asked for wrist porn of the 36mm

[Phrank]

Originally Posted by Maiden

I was able to purchase a mint safe queen 18238. These bracelets will last 30 years plus with proper cleaning and fitment. I wouldn't worry too much if you take care of your watches. I am also 6'2, 255lbs 7.25 in wrist and love the 36mm! Someone asked for wrist porn of the 36mm

Thanks brother, was waiting for that fantastic tapestry dial to show up!

Other aspect with the older DD's....dials, dials, dials...there is a cornucopia of dials you can swap out on your DD is you so desire.

[Jabbo84]

...I want one

[peterpl]

There is no bracelet stretch on the newer DD40s. That is all eliminated.

I personally think its a DD40 or nothing. If your going to get the presidential just get the top of the line.

[Onikage]

Originally Posted by peterpl

There is no bracelet stretch on the newer DD40s. That is all eliminated.

Gold still has contact with moving parts in the bracelet so I don't see how. The ceramic sleeves are just loose around the pins. There is no metal on metal contact anymore but now even more moving parts to grind around. Regular cleaning is obviously still a must. Even if they generally bode better. Which no one knows yet. This 'sleeves in the link' is nothing new btw just now they're ceramic.

[Calatrava r]

I have never ever heard anyone worry about the bracelet wearing out. Some of these watches from the 1950s still wear fine. Sure they drape a little after years of wear but the trick is to size them right so there is not a lot play and not too tight so your wrist hurts. DDs are a special purchase and resale should be no issue with most buyers. Its a luxury watch not an investment. Think of it over your life and that of an heir. Money well spent. The key is not to load up on a bunch of other watches so it sits in a drawer.

[amilch]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I have never ever heard anyone worry about the bracelet wearing out. Some of these watches from the 1950s still wear fine. Sure they drape a little after years of wear but the trick is to size them right so there is not a lot play and not too tight so your wrist hurts. DDs are a special purchase and resale should be no issue with most buyers. Its a luxury watch not an investment. Think of it over your life and that of an heir. Money well spent. The key is not to load up on a bunch of other watches so it sits in a drawer.

Very well said. 100% agree

[huncho]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I have never ever heard anyone worry about the bracelet wearing out. Some of these watches from the 1950s still wear fine. Sure they drape a little after years of wear but the trick is to size them right so there is not a lot play and not too tight so your wrist hurts. DDs are a special purchase and resale should be no issue with most buyers. Its a luxury watch not an investment. Think of it over your life and that of an heir. Money well spent. The key is not to load up on a bunch of other watches so it sits in a drawer.

agreed, its a watch you buy to keep and not for value