WG DD40 vs WG Sky-Dweller?

[vladi123456]

Hi all,

First post here.. I currently have a 12 yo SS Omega that I bought brand new for about $1200. After 12 years I feel that I'm finally ready to replace it with a Rolex. Last weekend I tried the WG Sky-Dweller at my local AD - and fell in love with it. But yesterday I discovered for myself DD40, and it looks super nice in WG as well.

I always wear jeans (at work) or shorts (outside of work) - but despite that fact, I couldn't really warm up to the Daytona watches, so I'm not considering those. My plan is to buy just one expensive watch and use it on a daily basis - until my newborn graduates from college - and then it would be his graduation present.

So with all that being said, I have a few questions for all you fine Rolex people..
1. Would anybody happen to know the difference in weight between the SD and DD? I loved the weight of the SD, and as far as I understand, it weighs about 240 grams - what about DD40?
2. As far as wearing it - how easy is it to scratch or dent a golden watch compared to SS? As I plan to use my new watch daily - I'm slightly concerned it might deform, or am I being paranoid?
3. As far as DD40 issues with the date change at midnight - can anyone comment whether those issues have been addressed, or should I expect I might possibly have to send a brand new watch in for repairs?
4. Have there been any problems with SD watches so far - recalls or other issues - to anyone's knowledge?
5. Have there been any problems with DD40 other than the date change?
6. Has anybody regretted buying the SD after their "honeymoon" was over? And if so - what made you feel that way?
7. Anything else anybody could suggest/recommend/comment on?

Thank you all in advance
-v