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Rolex Freak · 9 January 2012, 04:58 AM

Hello Friends,

Wondering which one you would pick and why? I'm leaning towards the AP, but could be otherwise persuaded.

Happy Sunday. Images borrowed from the web.

improviz · 9 January 2012, 05:11 AM

I voted neither, as I prefer SS or TT watches, and if I were going to get an AP (which I'm thinking of at the moment

), I'd get it with a band as their bands are just fabulous. So, I'll say "neither" with a caveat: if you get it with the band, I'm in the AP column.

Dr. Robert · 9 January 2012, 07:34 AM

I vote for the DD....a more timeless look, IMHO

drockadam · 9 January 2012, 05:12 AM

Go for the DD! Are you getting it from Royale De Versailles on Bloor? I'm pretty sure they sell AP there.

Rolex Freak · 9 January 2012, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by drockadam

Go for the DD! Are you getting it from Royale De Versailles on Bloor? I'm pretty sure they sell AP there.

Probably not. My trusted TRF dealer.

Speed · 9 January 2012, 06:33 AM

Hey Sandro,

Long time. Wow. Your collection has grown / diversified.

I like the old-school day date myself. Would love one in platinum. Not a fan of that brown strap on the AP...although I find myself more intrigued by the brand. This is just what happened to me with Panerai!!!

travisb · 9 January 2012, 06:39 AM

I've owned the Safari and it is an absolutely gorgeous watch.

I am yet to have the DD2.
Two very different watches but I think I would go DD2 as I've realized I'm not much of a strap guy even though that hornback is a stunner.

Rolex Freak · 9 January 2012, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by travisb

I've owned the Safari and it is an absolutely gorgeous watch.

I am yet to have the DD2.
Two very different watches but I think I would go DD2 as I've realized I'm not much of a strap guy even though that hornback is a stunner.

I didn't think I was a strap guy either, but I'm a changed man now that I own a few with straps. Very comfortable.

Rolex Freak · 9 January 2012, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Hey Sandro,

Long time. Wow. Your collection has grown / diversified.

I like the old-school day date myself. Would love one in platinum. Not a fan of that brown strap on the AP...although I find myself more intrigued by the brand. This is just what happened to me with Panerai!!!

Hey Bill, yes I've broadened the horizon. In fact, I have a JLC Master Compressor Chrono 2 coming. I love Rolex, but IWC, AP and JLC are top notch as well, and they offer a different look and feel.

mike · 9 January 2012, 05:19 AM

Between those two I'd favor the AP.

HL65 · 9 January 2012, 05:26 AM

X2

Ps. Love the Hornback strap. Had a Safari and it is a looker! I also prefer DD over both but since it is a DDII- Safari for me.

MonBK · 9 January 2012, 05:30 AM

Is this a trick question, the DD of course.

Dream99 · 9 January 2012, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Is this a trick question, the DD of course.

x2

Rolex Freak · 9 January 2012, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

X2

Ps. Love the Hornback strap. Had a Safari and it is a looker! I also prefer DD over both but since it is a DDII- Safari for me.

I'm thinking Safari but with a black Hornback strap. I think that would look sharp.

bradiowausa · 9 January 2012, 05:33 AM

I don't really like the strap for the AP, it wouldn't have the same life as a metal band.

TSW · 9 January 2012, 05:36 AM

If it was the classic 36mm DD it would get my vote.

Mickey® · 9 January 2012, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by TSW

If it was the classic 36mm DD it would get my vote.

Thats what I was thinking when I voted neither...

horseco · 9 January 2012, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by TSW

If it was the classic 36mm DD it would get my vote.

I agree 36mm White Roman dial

gold canyon · 29 January 2012, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by TSW

If it was the classic 36mm DD it would get my vote.

Same here. But, I'd want it in WG.

nauticajoe · 9 January 2012, 06:31 AM

The DD has my vote.

dddrees · 9 January 2012, 07:26 AM

The DD, but I would go for a different dial.

Gerardus · 9 January 2012, 07:30 AM

DD for me out of those 2.

Buzzman11 · 9 January 2012, 07:33 AM

Definitely, definitely, definitely the AP. Far better presence on the wrist. Try it and you'll see in an instant.

Cru Jones · 9 January 2012, 07:35 AM

those are two very different watches.....i ended up going AP since, for AP, i really like the safari and diver, while for the DDs, i'm partial to the 36mm DDs that are not YG (platinum, please).

both are quite nice, though.

Lion · 9 January 2012, 07:38 AM

Tough call, either one is very nice!!!

MoBe · 9 January 2012, 08:33 AM

Get the old DD,the proportions of the DD II don`t have the same appeal,no way for the AP.

JustABreathAway · 9 January 2012, 08:58 AM

Hmm, the DD is a fine watch, but the DDII is a STATEMENT. It is phenomenally huge, and a wonderful watch for someone under 60 (over 60, as well, but the DD seems much more an older gentleman's watch compared to the DDII). Please try them both on if you're going to compare them.

I had seen and tried on the DD several times before I first laid eyes and hands on Big Brother. Certainly, the first time I saw the DDII the enormity of the case and dial were almost off-putting for me. However, after extended trials of both watches at the AD, my mind was made up - DDII it was.

As I've had it on my wrist constantly since purchase, I could not imagine being happier with my time piece. It's phenomenally heavy, and has enough presence to fill up an entire room, all on it's own. My advice would be to get some extended wrist time with both DD and DDII if you're deciding between the two, and have someone take pictures of the two watches on you for comparison.

If that's you in your avatar, you look like a younger gentleman, certainly under 60. Given that and your appearance, I would highly recommend DDII, and also recommend it over the AP (unless it's going to be a YG or RG Royal Oak on bracelet ($44k)).

Rolex Freak · 9 January 2012, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by JustABreathAway

Hmm, the DD is a fine watch, but the DDII is a STATEMENT. It is phenomenally huge, and a wonderful watch for someone under 60 (over 60, as well, but the DD seems much more an older gentleman's watch compared to the DDII). Please try them both on if you're going to compare them.

I had seen and tried on the DD several times before I first laid eyes and hands on Big Brother. Certainly, the first time I saw the DDII the enormity of the case and dial were almost off-putting for me. However, after extended trials of both watches at the AD, my mind was made up - DDII it was.

As I've had it on my wrist constantly since purchase, I could not imagine being happier with my time piece. It's phenomenally heavy, and has enough presence to fill up an entire room, all on it's own. My advice would be to get some extended wrist time with both DD and DDII if you're deciding between the two, and have someone take pictures of the two watches on you for comparison.

If that's you in your avatar, you look like a younger gentleman, certainly under 60. Given that and your appearance, I would highly recommend DDII, and also recommend it over the AP (unless it's going to be a YG or RG Royal Oak on bracelet ($44k)).

Yes that is me in my avatar, except it's a pic from 1999. Now I'm 39, but basically look the same. Thanks for the advice.

Rolex Freak · 9 January 2012, 10:42 AM

I guess I forgot to mention that I want to make the purchase to myself for my 40th birthday in July. Never owned a all gold watch, nor an AP. One or the other, but someone I think I'll end up with both at some point.

woods1999 · 9 January 2012, 09:05 AM

DDII. I am not a big fan of APs

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9 January 2012, 04:58 AM	#1
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	Which One? Opinions Welcome Hello Friends, Wondering which one you would pick and why? I'm leaning towards the AP, but could be otherwise persuaded. Happy Sunday. Images borrowed from the web. Attached Images

9 January 2012, 05:11 AM	#2
improviz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: your step Posts: 2,806	I voted neither, as I prefer SS or TT watches, and if I were going to get an AP (which I'm thinking of at the moment ), I'd get it with a band as their bands are just fabulous. So, I'll say "neither" with a caveat: if you get it with the band, I'm in the AP column. __________________ 116520 white; 16613 black; 116710; 16570 polar; 16600. AP 15400; 15703. Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. Glashutte Sport Evo GMT. Omega Planet Ocean 2907.50.91; Planet Ocean Liquidmetal LE 222.30.42.20.01.001; Seamaster 2255.80.00. Breitling Crosswind, white. Panerai PAM 005. VC Overseas Chrono, black.

9 January 2012, 07:34 AM	#3
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,277	I vote for the DD....a more timeless look, IMHO __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

9 January 2012, 05:12 AM	#4
drockadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Pepsi. Posts: 5,749	Go for the DD! Are you getting it from Royale De Versailles on Bloor? I'm pretty sure they sell AP there. __________________ - Adam Instagram: @GMTSUBTIME

9 January 2012, 06:33 AM	#6
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Hey Sandro, Long time. Wow. Your collection has grown / diversified. I like the old-school day date myself. Would love one in platinum. Not a fan of that brown strap on the AP...although I find myself more intrigued by the brand. This is just what happened to me with Panerai!!!

9 January 2012, 06:39 AM	#7
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Very tough call. I've owned the Safari and it is an absolutely gorgeous watch. I am yet to have the DD2. Two very different watches but I think I would go DD2 as I've realized I'm not much of a strap guy even though that hornback is a stunner.

9 January 2012, 05:19 AM	#10
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Between those two I'd favor the AP.

9 January 2012, 05:26 AM	#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	X2 Ps. Love the Hornback strap. Had a Safari and it is a looker! I also prefer DD over both but since it is a DDII- Safari for me. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

9 January 2012, 05:30 AM	#12
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	Is this a trick question, the DD of course.

9 January 2012, 05:33 AM	#15
bradiowausa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Brad Location: Iowa Watch: Air-King Posts: 625	I don't really like the strap for the AP, it wouldn't have the same life as a metal band.

9 January 2012, 05:36 AM	#16
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	If it was the classic 36mm DD it would get my vote. __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

9 January 2012, 06:31 AM	#20
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	The DD has my vote.

9 January 2012, 07:26 AM	#21
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	The DD, but I would go for a different dial. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

9 January 2012, 07:30 AM	#22
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	DD for me out of those 2. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

9 January 2012, 07:33 AM	#23
Buzzman11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: UK Posts: 29	Definitely, definitely, definitely the AP. Far better presence on the wrist. Try it and you'll see in an instant.

9 January 2012, 07:35 AM	#24
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	those are two very different watches.....i ended up going AP since, for AP, i really like the safari and diver, while for the DDs, i'm partial to the 36mm DDs that are not YG (platinum, please). both are quite nice, though.

9 January 2012, 07:38 AM	#25
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Tough call, either one is very nice!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

9 January 2012, 08:33 AM	#26
MoBe "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 6,773	Get the old DD,the proportions of the DD II don`t have the same appeal,no way for the AP.

9 January 2012, 08:58 AM	#27
JustABreathAway Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United States Watch: The Reference Posts: 1,743	Hmm, the DD is a fine watch, but the DDII is a STATEMENT. It is phenomenally huge, and a wonderful watch for someone under 60 (over 60, as well, but the DD seems much more an older gentleman's watch compared to the DDII). Please try them both on if you're going to compare them. I had seen and tried on the DD several times before I first laid eyes and hands on Big Brother. Certainly, the first time I saw the DDII the enormity of the case and dial were almost off-putting for me. However, after extended trials of both watches at the AD, my mind was made up - DDII it was. As I've had it on my wrist constantly since purchase, I could not imagine being happier with my time piece. It's phenomenally heavy, and has enough presence to fill up an entire room, all on it's own. My advice would be to get some extended wrist time with both DD and DDII if you're deciding between the two, and have someone take pictures of the two watches on you for comparison. If that's you in your avatar, you look like a younger gentleman, certainly under 60. Given that and your appearance, I would highly recommend DDII, and also recommend it over the AP (unless it's going to be a YG or RG Royal Oak on bracelet ($44k)).

9 January 2012, 10:42 AM	#29
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	I guess I forgot to mention that I want to make the purchase to myself for my 40th birthday in July. Never owned a all gold watch, nor an AP. One or the other, but someone I think I'll end up with both at some point.

9 January 2012, 09:05 AM	#30
woods1999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Atlanta Posts: 22	DDII. I am not a big fan of APs

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