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fc3s2k · 30 December 2010, 12:55 PM

It doesn't matter to me. that is why I have both!!

eteokles · 30 December 2010, 01:01 PM

It really comes down to a how often you need it. If you're signing alot of paperwork, it's awfully handy to have that date on your wrist.

Cato · 30 December 2010, 01:12 PM

I definately need the date: even if I remember it, I'm always afraid I'd remember the wrong date.

Rags · 30 December 2010, 01:16 PM

It doesn't really matter in my office there is always a calender..

RollieKid · 30 December 2010, 01:20 PM

I love the convenience of having the date function on my rollie...a quick flick of the wrist and I know the date.

It's a matter of preference....

jfash · 30 December 2010, 01:23 PM

I agree with RollieKid.

JimSnyder · 30 December 2010, 01:23 PM

No. And I would be happy to trade my 1601 DJ for a 14060

CKLinLA · 30 December 2010, 01:25 PM

Based on what you said, you need a watch
with a date function. You best be very sure
before you opt for a no date model!

For myself, I could go either way, though I do
have a bias to no date models.

GradyPhilpott · 30 December 2010, 01:47 PM

Honestly, no one really needs a date function, unless that person has dementia.

It's a preference and a very valid one to be sure.

If you prefer to look at your wrist for the date, cellphones, calendars, or other methods won't do, but it is entirely possible in the modern world to go about one's business without the date on the wrist.

If you even think that you'll miss the date feature, don't even think of buying a $6000+ watch that doesn't have the date.

You'll really hate yourself, I'm sure.

autisticlove · 30 December 2010, 01:56 PM

I have a bunch with date and a bunch without. Truth is, I never set the date and I use my computer or phone whenever I can't remember the date. When I buy the sub I'll do so w/o date as I'm not a fan of the cyclops.

Speed · 30 December 2010, 02:25 PM

It's simple for me...

Fridays and Weekends = wearing a watch with no date!

BTW, I love the set & go aspect of a No Date, which for me means a Speedy Pro or PAM 111.

DCgator · 30 December 2010, 02:31 PM

Two must-have features for me - the date and GMT function. I travel having the date and two time zones keep me on track when I call the U.S.

dba · 30 December 2010, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjm800

If you are only going to have one watch I would prefer one with a date though.

+1. When I'm wearing my ND, someone always manages to ask me what the date is. I also like the .5mm larger size on the 16610. It's small but noticeable.

Tek · 30 December 2010, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skywag

I don't use my Rolex for the date, or for the time for that matter. If I wanted accuracy I'd buy a Timex. Rolex is jewelry. Nothing else.

Andad · 30 December 2010, 05:34 PM

No problemo.

If that doesn't work - you have a mobile phone.

This is one of Rolex's best 'big dial' watches.

KirkWilfred · 30 December 2010, 06:18 PM

Do humans need water to live?
Is a frogs ass water tight?
Is Obama the ------------ president in the history of the US?

Lol!

YES!

Watch Fan · 30 December 2010, 06:40 PM

I like having the date, but not a deal breaker either way if I like the watch.

Gundam · 30 December 2010, 07:55 PM

Do people who need the date also need reminding of the weekday?

Why not go all the way and get a Day-Date?

ally · 30 December 2010, 08:13 PM

I am thinking my next purchase will be a Sub Nd, but i really do use the date on my Expo II when doing paperwork but as been said there are loads of other ways to check the date......

Maybe I could put up a calender in my office :)

rxonmymind · 30 December 2010, 09:53 PM

Yes I like to have it. If one is paying as much for a watch why not?

Gerardus · 30 December 2010, 10:05 PM

Yes, need it definitely.

Art 1 · 30 December 2010, 10:07 PM

No.

NMS75 · 30 December 2010, 10:09 PM

I can't say I really need the date function on my watches but part of me kind of likes it to be there. The one thing I do wish Rolex would do is drop the cyclops!

M

Clay · 30 December 2010, 10:29 PM

No, but it's nice to have.....

Lamone · 31 December 2010, 12:32 AM

Hellz yeah I need a date function!

Nicko · 31 December 2010, 12:34 AM

Yes, I do. I find myself looking at the date almost as much as the time. Yes, I just found out these things are for telling time too...

jamesbondOO7 · 31 December 2010, 02:02 AM

I bought my Explorer 2 days ago, on the 28th, because in the Rolex catalogue all watches with a date are set on the 28th (you can check, my wife pointed it out to me....I love her!)

Roley · 31 December 2010, 02:08 AM

Yes.

Roxas · 31 December 2010, 03:35 AM

It's nice to have but not necessary.

smartson · 31 December 2010, 03:36 AM

I only use the date window once in a while, but for me that's enough to make it a necessity.

30 December 2010, 12:55 PM	#31
fc3s2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: california Watch: OFFICINE PANERAI Posts: 1,289	It doesn't matter to me. that is why I have both!! __________________

30 December 2010, 01:16 PM	#34
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	It doesn't really matter in my office there is always a calender.. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

30 December 2010, 01:20 PM	#35
RollieKid "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Down under Watch: my wrist candy Posts: 567	I love the convenience of having the date function on my rollie...a quick flick of the wrist and I know the date. It's a matter of preference.... __________________ “No amount of money ever bought a second of time.” — Howard Stark

30 December 2010, 01:23 PM	#37
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,726	No. And I would be happy to trade my 1601 DJ for a 14060 __________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

30 December 2010, 01:47 PM	#39
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	Honestly, no one really needs a date function, unless that person has dementia. It's a preference and a very valid one to be sure. If you prefer to look at your wrist for the date, cellphones, calendars, or other methods won't do, but it is entirely possible in the modern world to go about one's business without the date on the wrist. If you even think that you'll miss the date feature, don't even think of buying a $6000+ watch that doesn't have the date. You'll really hate yourself, I'm sure. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

30 December 2010, 01:01 PM	#32
eteokles "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: California Posts: 162	It really comes down to a how often you need it. If you're signing alot of paperwork, it's awfully handy to have that date on your wrist.

30 December 2010, 01:12 PM	#33
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	I definately need the date: even if I remember it, I'm always afraid I'd remember the wrong date.

30 December 2010, 01:23 PM	#36
jfash Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 48	I agree with RollieKid.

30 December 2010, 01:25 PM	#38
CKLinLA "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: KL Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer II Black Posts: 1,480	Based on what you said, you need a watch with a date function. You best be very sure before you opt for a no date model! For myself, I could go either way, though I do have a bias to no date models.

30 December 2010, 01:56 PM	#40
autisticlove "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 58	I have a bunch with date and a bunch without. Truth is, I never set the date and I use my computer or phone whenever I can't remember the date. When I buy the sub I'll do so w/o date as I'm not a fan of the cyclops.

30 December 2010, 02:25 PM	#41
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	It's simple for me... Fridays and Weekends = wearing a watch with no date! BTW, I love the set & go aspect of a No Date, which for me means a Speedy Pro or PAM 111.

30 December 2010, 02:31 PM	#42
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Two must-have features for me - the date and GMT function. I travel having the date and two time zones keep me on track when I call the U.S.

30 December 2010, 05:34 PM	#45
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,526	No problemo. If that doesn't work - you have a mobile phone. This is one of Rolex's best 'big dial' watches. Attached Images __________________ E

30 December 2010, 06:18 PM	#46
KirkWilfred "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Brian Location: West Hartford, CT Watch: 116710LN Posts: 1,224	Do humans need water to live? Is a frogs ass water tight? Is Obama the ------------ president in the history of the US? Lol! YES! __________________ “Time is an illusion.” – Albert Einstein

30 December 2010, 06:40 PM	#47
Watch Fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: California Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 676	I like having the date, but not a deal breaker either way if I like the watch. __________________ "The early bird might get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheeze."

30 December 2010, 07:55 PM	#48
Gundam "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: UK / HK Posts: 188	Do people who need the date also need reminding of the weekday? Why not go all the way and get a Day-Date?

30 December 2010, 08:13 PM	#49
ally "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Alan Location: london Watch: Explorer II Posts: 790	I am thinking my next purchase will be a Sub Nd, but i really do use the date on my Expo II when doing paperwork but as been said there are loads of other ways to check the date...... Maybe I could put up a calender in my office :) __________________ 14060M Explorer II TT DJ. 16610 LV.

30 December 2010, 09:53 PM	#50
rxonmymind "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Brandon Location: Sacramento Watch: Rolex woot! woot! Posts: 824	Yes I like to have it. If one is paying as much for a watch why not? __________________ Be yourself; Everyone else is taken! Oscar Wilde

30 December 2010, 10:05 PM	#51
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Yes, need it definitely. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

30 December 2010, 10:07 PM	#52
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	No.

30 December 2010, 10:09 PM	#53
NMS75 Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: United Kingdom Watch: 16610 & 116710LN Posts: 559	I can't say I really need the date function on my watches but part of me kind of likes it to be there. The one thing I do wish Rolex would do is drop the cyclops! M

30 December 2010, 10:29 PM	#54
Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	No, but it's nice to have.....

31 December 2010, 12:32 AM	#55
Lamone Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Watch: ya mawt! Posts: 3,448	Hellz yeah I need a date function!

31 December 2010, 12:34 AM	#56
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	Yes, I do. I find myself looking at the date almost as much as the time. Yes, I just found out these things are for telling time too...

31 December 2010, 02:02 AM	#57
jamesbondOO7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: BondJamesBond Location: The Algarve Watch: Rolex or nothing Posts: 4,081	I bought my Explorer 2 days ago, on the 28th, because in the Rolex catalogue all watches with a date are set on the 28th (you can check, my wife pointed it out to me....I love her!) __________________ ♛ 5-digit Rolex or nothing ♛

31 December 2010, 02:08 AM	#58
Roley "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Roland Location: GMT -4:00 Today Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 874	Yes.

31 December 2010, 03:35 AM	#59
Roxas "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Earth Watch: 14060M Posts: 516	It's nice to have but not necessary.

31 December 2010, 03:36 AM	#60
smartson "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Roger Location: Toronto Posts: 604	I only use the date window once in a while, but for me that's enough to make it a necessity. __________________ 116610LV Tudor 79190 Seiko MM300 Seiko SDGM001

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