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rdschicago · 10 November 2010, 04:01 PM

Hi,

I am deciding what to buy next and was thinking of a sporty gold Rolex. I like the President but at 36mm it's a bit small for my taste, and the 41mm for some reason just looks out of proportion to me.

I am not a huge fan of the blue dial Submariner, but like the black dial very much.

So if you had a choice, would you go for the Sub black dial, a GMT, or a Daytona? I do like rose gold. Is the Daytona available in rose with the black dial? That seems like it would be a killer combo.

Finally, in the Sub or GMT categories, vintage would be great, but how hard is it to find a vintage in good condition with papers?

Thanks!

Rob in Chicago

Cato · 10 November 2010, 04:38 PM

I've been debating on whether to go YG Subbie or DD as well. I really like the black face Subbie in yellow gold. Just the bigger size makes it seem "grander: rich and thick"

johnbeth · 10 November 2010, 05:06 PM

My opinion sub, or Daytona.. However, the YMII in WG or YG is awesome as well!!

John

George Ab · 10 November 2010, 05:46 PM

Gold Daytona is a value as good condition are have of MSRP. While a SS Daytona are 90% of MSRP. However, what watch do you like out of the three.

No on the rose gold Daytona, white or yellow only.

No problem finding gold Sub or GMT, but be mindful of bracelet stretch.

If you like the President, the DJII at 40mm can be had in Rose Gold. Sounds like that is the watch for you.

Welcome to TRF!!

sirjohnbrian · 10 November 2010, 05:52 PM

I've thought about this myself. I think, if you're going to wear a lot of long sleeve shirts with it, I would go with a Daytona only because it looks cool from the side with the three pushers.

TSW · 10 November 2010, 06:09 PM

Daytona would be my choice hands-down

Puffy · 10 November 2010, 07:05 PM

Daytona, 116528,

pure watch porn.

Search for threads by Kevin in Hong Kong, think his user name is CX007

travisb · 10 November 2010, 08:01 PM

18k GMT2C all the way. That was my choice.
I do love the blue dial sub though

dddrees · 10 November 2010, 08:08 PM

If I were to purcahse a Gold Rolex I would always have to consider the iconic Gold Rolex,the Day Date. Since you do not like that one my next choice would be a Gold Daytona. There are a couple more options of this model than any other model in gold to consider. This includes those on a strap. If I were you I would take a look at these first. The different dials and such are just amazing.

I might just have to select the Daytona in Rose Gold however as that is the one that made me smile first.

RolexABC · 10 November 2010, 08:15 PM

If/When I was/am in your position a Rose Gold Daytona would be my choice.

With regards to the Black Dial, you should be able to select any dial you wish, provided its not exclusive to the more precious metal, which I don't think applies to the Black Dial and Rose Gold combo - i think that makes sense... lol

HL65 · 10 November 2010, 08:48 PM

Sub for sure my choice!!

Sweramic · 10 November 2010, 08:56 PM

Difficult choice, but I love my GMT IIc and think it looks GREAT in YG. I wouldn't buy an expensive YG Daytona only because the lack of date information.

moo · 10 November 2010, 09:06 PM

I was debating the same topic with some friends.

The WG or YG sub would look killer on anyone. I loved the rose gold daytona with the black dial in pictures but when i tried it on it looked a bit dark/dull (still love the watch though).

naturally tastes will vary.

Art 1 · 10 November 2010, 09:39 PM

I would want the Daytona.

RRGHOST1 · 10 November 2010, 10:46 PM

Difficult decision as you can't go wrong in any of your choices. My choice is the YG GMT only because i like GMT's better than the others, but they are all killer watches.

rdschicago · 10 November 2010, 10:46 PM

Thank you for all your replies which are as diverse as my broad question.

Guess I will take my time and try them all on.

Does anyone else beside me like the YG President with the black onyx dial with no hour markers? The Spartan quality of the dial against the deep yellow gold is a real turn-on to me.

Lol-x · 10 November 2010, 10:49 PM

The blue dial white gold Submariner for sure.

HL65 · 10 November 2010, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Lol-x

The blue dial white gold Submariner for sure.

Stevo--Clearly my choice as well--biased of course.

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Sweramic · 10 November 2010, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

Stevo--Clearly my choice as well--biased of course.

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Can't see that picture too many times. Stunning piece for sure!

I love the blue shirt/sweater that go with it too. Perfect match

You should get one of those too

Lol-x · 10 November 2010, 11:19 PM

Yes great photo Ken

esm · 10 November 2010, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

Stevo--Clearly my choice as well--biased of course.

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love that WG and your pic Ken.

it always gives me a warm and fuzzy feeling everytime i see that pic of yours

psv · 11 November 2010, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by schroder

daytona would be my choice hands-down

+1

R1@160@alltimes · 11 November 2010, 12:34 AM

All three are just stunning in precious metal

dalip · 11 November 2010, 12:36 AM

1. WG sub
2. Daytona
3. YG sub
4. YG GMT2c

Frogman4me · 11 November 2010, 01:07 AM

Rose gold is a beauty as well.

barstoolman · 11 November 2010, 01:31 AM

For me, the DD or DDII will always be the ultimate, iconic Gold Rolex. However, since it doesn't do it for you, there is only one choice (actually two)..........the YG or WG Daytona with Panda dial..........wow!!!!

johnbeth · 11 November 2010, 01:36 AM

I am bias to daytona's. Here is the reason why!

However Ken's WG sub is friking awesome!

George Ab · 11 November 2010, 03:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by George Ab

Gold Daytona is a value as good condition are have of MSRP. While a SS Daytona are 90% of MSRP. However, what watch do you like out of the three.

No on the rose gold Daytona, white or yellow only.

No problem finding gold Sub or GMT, but be mindful of bracelet stretch.

If you like the President, the DJII at 40mm can be had in Rose Gold. Sounds like that is the watch for you.

Welcome to TRF!!

Pardon, Rolex does manufacture a rose gold Daytona.

SaddleSC · 11 November 2010, 04:46 AM

1) Everose Daytona (Black Dial)
2) GMTIIC (116718LN)

WARVET · 11 November 2010, 06:40 AM

That would be a great combo if you could keep both, I have a GMT Pepsi but I vote to keep the LV

10 November 2010, 04:01 PM	#1
rdschicago "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 22	First Gold Rolex - Submariner, GMT or Daytona? Hi, I am deciding what to buy next and was thinking of a sporty gold Rolex. I like the President but at 36mm it's a bit small for my taste, and the 41mm for some reason just looks out of proportion to me. I am not a huge fan of the blue dial Submariner, but like the black dial very much. So if you had a choice, would you go for the Sub black dial, a GMT, or a Daytona? I do like rose gold. Is the Daytona available in rose with the black dial? That seems like it would be a killer combo. Finally, in the Sub or GMT categories, vintage would be great, but how hard is it to find a vintage in good condition with papers? Thanks! Rob in Chicago

10 November 2010, 05:46 PM	#4
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	Gold Daytona is a value as good condition are have of MSRP. While a SS Daytona are 90% of MSRP. However, what watch do you like out of the three. No on the rose gold Daytona, white or yellow only. No problem finding gold Sub or GMT, but be mindful of bracelet stretch. If you like the President, the DJII at 40mm can be had in Rose Gold. Sounds like that is the watch for you. Welcome to TRF!! __________________

10 November 2010, 05:52 PM	#5
sirjohnbrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Watch: 'chu lookin' at??? Posts: 964	I've thought about this myself. I think, if you're going to wear a lot of long sleeve shirts with it, I would go with a Daytona only because it looks cool from the side with the three pushers. __________________ "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." Mark Twain "Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true." Homer Simpson SS Midsize DJ 68274 "L" TT Jubilee DJ 116233 "Z" Sea Dweller DS 116660 "V" SS White Dial Daytona "V"

10 November 2010, 06:09 PM	#6
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Daytona would be my choice hands-down __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

10 November 2010, 07:05 PM	#7
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Daytona, 116528, pure watch porn. Search for threads by Kevin in Hong Kong, think his user name is CX007 __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

10 November 2010, 04:38 PM	#2
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	I've been debating on whether to go YG Subbie or DD as well. I really like the black face Subbie in yellow gold. Just the bigger size makes it seem "grander: rich and thick"

10 November 2010, 05:06 PM	#3
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	My opinion sub, or Daytona.. However, the YMII in WG or YG is awesome as well!! John

10 November 2010, 08:01 PM	#8
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	If it's gotta be a black dial... 18k GMT2C all the way. That was my choice. I do love the blue dial sub though

10 November 2010, 08:08 PM	#9
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	If I were to purcahse a Gold Rolex I would always have to consider the iconic Gold Rolex,the Day Date. Since you do not like that one my next choice would be a Gold Daytona. There are a couple more options of this model than any other model in gold to consider. This includes those on a strap. If I were you I would take a look at these first. The different dials and such are just amazing. I might just have to select the Daytona in Rose Gold however as that is the one that made me smile first.

10 November 2010, 08:15 PM	#10
RolexABC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Saf Ahmed Location: UK Posts: 298	If/When I was/am in your position a Rose Gold Daytona would be my choice. With regards to the Black Dial, you should be able to select any dial you wish, provided its not exclusive to the more precious metal, which I don't think applies to the Black Dial and Rose Gold combo - i think that makes sense... lol

10 November 2010, 08:48 PM	#11
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	Sub for sure my choice!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

10 November 2010, 08:56 PM	#12
Sweramic "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Movies Posts: 4,531	Difficult choice, but I love my GMT IIc and think it looks GREAT in YG. I wouldn't buy an expensive YG Daytona only because the lack of date information.

10 November 2010, 09:06 PM	#13
moo Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mohammed Location: Dubai Posts: 62	I was debating the same topic with some friends. The WG or YG sub would look killer on anyone. I loved the rose gold daytona with the black dial in pictures but when i tried it on it looked a bit dark/dull (still love the watch though). naturally tastes will vary.

10 November 2010, 09:39 PM	#14
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I would want the Daytona.

10 November 2010, 10:46 PM	#15
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,997	Difficult decision as you can't go wrong in any of your choices. My choice is the YG GMT only because i like GMT's better than the others, but they are all killer watches.

10 November 2010, 10:49 PM	#17
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,588	The blue dial white gold Submariner for sure. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

10 November 2010, 11:19 PM	#20
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,588	Yes great photo Ken __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

11 November 2010, 12:34 AM	#23
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	All three are just stunning in precious metal __________________

11 November 2010, 12:36 AM	#24
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	1. WG sub 2. Daytona 3. YG sub 4. YG GMT2c __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

11 November 2010, 01:07 AM	#25
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	Rose gold is a beauty as well.

11 November 2010, 01:31 AM	#26
barstoolman Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 801	For me, the DD or DDII will always be the ultimate, iconic Gold Rolex. However, since it doesn't do it for you, there is only one choice (actually two)..........the YG or WG Daytona with Panda dial..........wow!!!! Attached Images

11 November 2010, 01:36 AM	#27
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	I am bias to daytona's. Here is the reason why! However Ken's WG sub is friking awesome! Attached Images

11 November 2010, 04:46 AM	#29
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	1) Everose Daytona (Black Dial) 2) GMTIIC (116718LN) __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

11 November 2010, 06:40 AM	#30
WARVET "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Vincent Location: Louisiana Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 448	That would be a great combo if you could keep both, I have a GMT Pepsi but I vote to keep the LV

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