DATE...Do you actually "need" it?

[Jake B]

As a fan of "non-date" watches, I'm just wondering....Do you really feel that you "need" the date function on a watch? I really prefer the clean and symmetrical look of a watch dial without, and it's reflected in my choices of Rolex watches..the Explorer and the Sub.





I mean, I wake up in the morning, glance at the calendar, the date on the computer, and then I'm pretty sure that it's gonna be that same date aaaalll day, until tomorrow comes.

Do you really feel that you "need" that date there, or is it just a "feature"?
I'm asking this mainly because here in Hong Kong, people really regard the date feature as a "value" and if you ask to look at a watch without, or show your non-date watch to someone, they'll invariably ask: "Why do you like that one?....It's got no date?" (Makes for some good pricing though! )

[usbzoso]

i don't own a single non-date watch and will never buy one in the future

[krzspeedstr]

I am on the fence on this issue. I do enjoy having the date on my watch and I like the cyclops on the Rolex. When I wear the Daytona I glance at it from habit and realize that there is no date. It varies with the watch.

[Jake B]

Originally Posted by usbzoso

i don't own a single non-date watch and will never buy one in the future

So you'd say you "need" it? Just wondering why?

[Frogman4me]

I really do enjoy the clean symmetrical look of the no date models. For me I like them both, as long as they are vintage

[mcneguy]

I need the date. If I didn't need to set the date on a watch I haven't worn in 10 days, what would I do first thing in the morning. I do love the date on my watch, I only have one that doesn't have a date and I kind of miss it when I wear that one.

[Dr. Robert]

Makes no difference to me......I have my cellphone for the date.

[smallcandle]

I also need the date feature on my watch. Sure, I'm quite sure I could manage through the day without it, but my 16610 is a LUXURY item in my world. As such I choose to have the date feature so I can enjoy my watch to its fullest while at the same time using it to 'help' me.

It's all about choices: if you don't need or like watches with a date feature - don't buy them.

[hunz]

Originally Posted by Jake B

I'm asking this mainly because here in Hong Kong, people really regard the date feature as a "value" and if you ask to look at a watch without, or show your non-date watch to someone, they'll invariably ask: "Why do you like that one?....It's got no date?"

HK ppl are show-offs. They like to show they got the more expensive date model, with Rolex bubble etc etc.

I love the simple clean lines of ND subs, and the Explorer. But then I also have a 1603 which has given to me which has a date and bubble, which I love - mostly for its overall classic design - pie pan dial, SS engine-turned bezel and jubilee bracelet. With the subs they are so busy already that for me at least the date complication is not needed as it complicates the design and look. And I have to reset is every short month etc, etc. With the ND's you just set and go. Only time you have to reset the hour hand is day light saving..

[usbzoso]

Originally Posted by Jake B

So you'd say you "need" it? Just wondering why?

Absolutely, its just a habit at this point ... when i am filling out some paper work or need to know a date for whatever reason i automatically look at my watch.

[MonBK]

Of course you do.

[Danand]

I always thought I needed he date-I do check it numerous times a day when filling out records. But when I had my watch engraved it was away at RSC for almost two months and I survived very nicely with a nondate watch. The next watch I will consider doesn't have a date and that is fine with me.
Btw autocorrect changes "nondate" to "bondage"?!
Cheers!

[Jake B]

Originally Posted by hunz

HK ppl are show-offs. They like to show they got the more expensive date model, with Rolex bubble etc etc.

I love the simple clean lines of ND subs, and the Explorer. But then I also have a 1603 which has given to me which has a date and bubble, which I love - mostly for its overall classic design - pie pan dial, SS engine-turned bezel and jubilee bracelet. With the subs they are so busy already that for me at least the date complication is not needed as it complicates the design and look.

Agreed..I think it does clutter things up. Also, I used to wear a watch with Day/date, and I never knew what day or date it was. After starting to wear watches without, I always know....like it was a dependence thing.

[UJU]

I agree on the clean and symmetrical look. But a datewindow is helpful for me as I easily forget which date it is.

[MonBK]

Originally Posted by Jake B

Agreed..I think it does clutter things up. Also, I used to wear a watch with Day/date, and I never knew what day or date it was. After starting to wear watches without, I always know....like it was a dependence thing.

Do you need glasses?

[Jake B]

Originally Posted by danand

btw autocorrect changes "nondate" to "bondage"?!
Cheers!

lol!!!!

[globe]

Date in nice to have and make life litte easy when you see date all time you need it. I have own all my life watches whit date so i am use to it.
Now i have buy my first no date watch Submariner 14060 and its nice that i dont need to change correct day to it ever other month.

So i say that day its nice to have if you really feel you really need it. Before i was thinking i need it but now after little time whit out it i dont feel that same.

[hunz]

Originally Posted by Jake B

[SIZE="4"]As a fan of "non-date" watches, I'm just wondering....Do you really feel that you "need" the date function on a watch?

Nah. Thats what my iPhone/Mac Pro/MacBook Pro is for.

I really prefer the clean and symmetrical look of a watch dial without, and it's reflected in my choices of Rolex watches..the Explorer and the Sub.

[Jake B]

Originally Posted by MonBK

Do you need glasses?

Not quite gettin' you here...You think I need glasses because I can remember the date without a date/magnifier on my watch dial?

[MonBK]

Originally Posted by Jake B

Not quite gettin' you here...You think I need glasses because I can remember the date without a date/magnifier?

No, because you're screaming with "Oscar size" lettering.

[Cabaiguan]

Simply put...yes. I need a date. Could I simply look at my phone or computer? Sure, but I can do that to tell the time too!

My Speedie does get substantial wrist time even without a date, but for business travel and daily wear, I prefer to have the date.

[ally]

This is something I am trying to decide on right now. I have the date on my Expo II and find I check it daily when I am writing out checks and invoices so think I would miss it...But I am smitten with the 14060M and am wondering if I will miss the date feature too much. The other option is the 16610 but think the ND will fit my wrist more snuggly

[JetRanger]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

Makes no difference to me......I have my cellphone for the date.

Cellphones also display the time in bold characters at the top of their display, so why even wear a watch at all?

[rolexertion]

Desperately.

[Jake B]

Originally Posted by usbzoso

Absolutely, its just a habit at this point ... when i am filling out some paper work or need to know a date for whatever reason i automatically look at my watch.

Yeah..That's what I was wondering about. "date dependence"

[klayface]

Yes. I find myself looking for my phone or a desk calender when I want to quickly know the date. I am switching from a sub w/date to a daytona and its a hard habit to break. I did depend on it a lot.

[Mike1066]

I had a 14060M and sold it b/c the lack of date really got to me. I'd look at my wrist and there was no date, so I'd have to find a calendar or look on my cell phone. Frankly, if I am going to drop this kind of money on a watch, I better not have to look at my cell phone to find the date.

And, yes, I am a rolex lover who appreciates the simplicity and history of the Sub no date... I just think it is impractical.

[Jake B]

Originally Posted by JetRanger

Cellphones also display the time in bold characters at the top of their display, so why even wear a watch at all?

Don't have the cellphone on/on me very often either. Call me nuts, but I think they're dangerous to your health. I set apointments in advance and check for messages 3 times a day. My watch tells me the time %99.9 of the time. I just find that looking at the date once a day in the morning is enough. I'm pretty sure it'll be the 28th of April until tomorrow.

[usbzoso]

Originally Posted by Jake B

Yeah..That's what I was wondering about. "date dependence"

yes "date dependence" same as "time dependence" i wear a watch for 2 reasons to know time and date.

[rad87gn]

We don't need a wristwatch anymore either.