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justbrowsing · 10 September 2013, 11:52 AM

These seem like the two ultimate all-occasion watches. Suit, business casual, t-shirt, the pool, etc. Which would you pick for all occasions? Rolex Day Date / Day Date II platinum with ice blue dial or the Patek Nautilus with blue dial?

If you pick the DD say whether you pick the DD or DD II.

FeelingTheBlues · 10 September 2013, 11:54 AM

I'll have to think about that one for quite a long time but right now I know I would go with a 36mm Day-Date all day, anyday before a Day-Date II.

Presa canary · 10 September 2013, 11:56 AM

I'd take the nautilus over any rolex... That is, any rolex made this century...

robotkiller · 10 September 2013, 12:19 PM

The platinum DDII is a pretty impressive piece of metal - I've heard in the neighborhood of 300grams. Definitely going to have greater presence than the Nautilus. Both are classic and appealing in completely different ways. That said, the Nautilus is going to be more flexible - I can't imagine wearing a platinum DDII with shorts, for instance. The Rolex, however, will undoubtedly be tougher and can put up with more abuse. The Patek has the obviously finer movement, but there is something very appealing about a massive hunk of platinum on the wrist.

Tough call. Gut feeling is the Patek.

Hairdude1 · 10 September 2013, 12:21 PM

Patek gets my vote

SWISSAHOLICS · 10 September 2013, 12:24 PM

Ice blue Rolex Plat is gorgeous...but Patek is in a different league.

DCGuy1965 · 10 September 2013, 12:24 PM

DayDate all the way. I'm bucking the general trend here but the DayDate 2 just doesn't do it for me. I know the TRF members love them and they are beautiful but the 36mm is perfect for my liking. As for the Nautilus it's a timeless classic but Patek watches I've heard from dealers and read in the WSJ are extremely fragile. Not very water resistant and basically should be treated like fine pearls - the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off. Good luck.

nick c · 10 September 2013, 12:29 PM

DD platinum

AK797 · 10 September 2013, 12:32 PM

I would take platinum over a simple Patek. But Id take the chrono 5980 over the plat DD2.

520Matt · 10 September 2013, 12:37 PM

Platt DD 2 all the way! Of course it can be worn casual

Qimchi · 10 September 2013, 01:02 PM

Currently got a 5711 and now am working hard for a DD Platinum next.

But if I were to buy the DD first, I will still be looking to get the 5711 soon after. You just need to own both of them. They are just so beautiful....

justbrowsing · 10 September 2013, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Qimchi

You just need to own both of them.

That is a good plan! How often do you wear your 5711? Most of the time or do you rotate with other favorites?

Cc1966 · 10 September 2013, 01:09 PM

DD Plat is one sweet watch. Can't go wrong there.

afc1 · 10 September 2013, 01:17 PM

Haven't tried on the Nautilus so it's hard to say but assuming it's a Nautulus chrono I'd probably go with that. However a white gold or platinum DD II with black dial would be hard to pass up...

Gaijin · 10 September 2013, 01:19 PM

DD II Platinum is the grail of grails.

boogiebot · 15 September 2013, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Gaijin

DD II Platinum is the grail of grails.

Totally agree!

dddrees · 10 September 2013, 01:21 PM

Two entirely different watches, and the platinum DD cost quite a bit more than the nautilus.

I would never get the platinum DD, because I would have to get the DDII and it's just to heavy for my liking.

benlee · 10 September 2013, 01:21 PM

If you don't mind the weight, definitely the DD2 Plat. That's the ultimate Rolex. But if the competition is a RG Nautilus, then it's a toss up for me.

kilyung · 10 September 2013, 02:05 PM

Which Nauilus are you talking about? 5711, 5726, or 5980? The 5980 is closest in cost to a 218206 plat DD2.

However the 5711 is IMO the better comparison with Rolex as a do it all watch.

While the Nautilus is at another level in terms of movement, finishing, and refinement; the DD2 is stunning in its heft and value. That's right... value. Try buying a full platinum watch from any other brand for less than a DD/DD2. It's also the more rugged watch of the two.

As such, I'd grudgingly vote DD2 before Nautilus. However you really need BOTH.

jimmypark54 · 10 September 2013, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Which Nauilus are you talking about? 5711, 5726, or 5980? The 5980 is closest in cost to a 218206 plat DD2.

However the 5711 is IMO the better comparison with Rolex as a do it all watch.

While the Nautilus is at another level in terms of movement, finishing, and refinement; the DD2 is stunning in its heft and value. That's right... value. Try buying a full platinum watch from any other brand for less than a DD/DD2. It's also the more rugged watch of the two.

As such, I'd grudgingly vote DD2 before Nautilus. However you really need BOTH.

wow mike! thats all i have to say...

lig · 10 September 2013, 02:23 PM

Well... I recently voted with my dollars. :)

It's a beast and I love it. When it comes to Gentas designs - lucky for me I prefer the RO to the Nautilus.

One day I aspire to wear a Patek with complication(s) but this 284 gram hunk of .950 platinum was just something I had to have.

It actually works pretty well with shorts. Not necessarily shorts and a t-shirt but shorts and a linen shirt really work with this thing..

kilyung · 10 September 2013, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by lig

It actually works pretty well with shorts. Not necessarily shorts and a t-shirt but shorts and a linen shirt really work with this thing..

I don't know... It works pretty well casually at the pool. Nothing so decadent as doing laps with a platinum watch.

lig · 10 September 2013, 02:38 PM

Now that you mention it - it looks right at home!

iLLGT2 · 10 September 2013, 02:56 PM

Platinum DDII/// just so much more value, and it's a beauty

Patek may be in another league movement wise, yes… However they are OVERRATED, OVERPRICED ! Sorry to state it again, just my point of view and not so good experience.

benlee · 10 September 2013, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

As such, I'd grudgingly vote DD2 before Nautilus. However you really need BOTH.

Spoken like a true 1st Class Enabler Mike.

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Originally Posted by iLLGT2

Platinum DDII/// just so much more value, and it's a beauty

Patek may be in another league movement wise, yes… However they are OVERRATED, OVERPRICED ! Sorry to state it again, just my point of view and not so good experience.

Just curious, mine to share what is your not so good experience with PP?

kilyung · 10 September 2013, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by benlee

Spoken like a true 1st Class Enabler Mike.

Yes but I try to lead by example.

Graillover · 10 September 2013, 03:26 PM

Ddii

GB-man · 10 September 2013, 03:40 PM

I am not sure I buy that they are the "ultimate all occasion watches"...BUT I for one love the juxtaposition that is a platinum rolex DDII with trunks in the pool! You are my hero mike. Both presented to me as a gift I would opt for the pt ddii. I only wish the ice blue ddii was available for 5711 money.

tom2517 · 10 September 2013, 04:14 PM

I already have the platinum DDII so tried on this today.....

DreambreaX · 10 September 2013, 04:24 PM

Platinum Rolex

why want nautilus if the case made of stainless steel. its the same material of your spoon and fork. Platinum is jewel.

10 September 2013, 11:52 AM	#1
justbrowsing Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: California Posts: 151	DD platinum or SS Nautilus These seem like the two ultimate all-occasion watches. Suit, business casual, t-shirt, the pool, etc. Which would you pick for all occasions? Rolex Day Date / Day Date II platinum with ice blue dial or the Patek Nautilus with blue dial? If you pick the DD say whether you pick the DD or DD II.

10 September 2013, 11:54 AM	#2
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	I'll have to think about that one for quite a long time but right now I know I would go with a 36mm Day-Date all day, anyday before a Day-Date II. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

10 September 2013, 12:24 PM	#6
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	Ice blue Rolex Plat is gorgeous...but Patek is in a different league. __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

10 September 2013, 01:09 PM	#13
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	DD Plat is one sweet watch. Can't go wrong there. __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

10 September 2013, 01:17 PM	#14
afc1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Boston Posts: 1,848	DD platinum or SS Nautilus Haven't tried on the Nautilus so it's hard to say but assuming it's a Nautulus chrono I'd probably go with that. However a white gold or platinum DD II with black dial would be hard to pass up... __________________ afc1 Watch Collection: Rolex and AP

10 September 2013, 11:56 AM	#3
Presa canary "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Justin Location: Pa Watch: Explorer ii Posts: 3,155	I'd take the nautilus over any rolex... That is, any rolex made this century...

10 September 2013, 12:19 PM	#4
robotkiller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: USA Watch: Daytona 116500 Posts: 93	The platinum DDII is a pretty impressive piece of metal - I've heard in the neighborhood of 300grams. Definitely going to have greater presence than the Nautilus. Both are classic and appealing in completely different ways. That said, the Nautilus is going to be more flexible - I can't imagine wearing a platinum DDII with shorts, for instance. The Rolex, however, will undoubtedly be tougher and can put up with more abuse. The Patek has the obviously finer movement, but there is something very appealing about a massive hunk of platinum on the wrist. Tough call. Gut feeling is the Patek.

10 September 2013, 12:21 PM	#5
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Patek gets my vote

10 September 2013, 12:24 PM	#7
DCGuy1965 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 335	DayDate all the way. I'm bucking the general trend here but the DayDate 2 just doesn't do it for me. I know the TRF members love them and they are beautiful but the 36mm is perfect for my liking. As for the Nautilus it's a timeless classic but Patek watches I've heard from dealers and read in the WSJ are extremely fragile. Not very water resistant and basically should be treated like fine pearls - the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off. Good luck.

10 September 2013, 12:29 PM	#8
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	DD platinum

10 September 2013, 12:32 PM	#9
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I would take platinum over a simple Patek. But Id take the chrono 5980 over the plat DD2.

10 September 2013, 12:37 PM	#10
520Matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: Tucson, AZ Watch: SD, LV,GMT II Pep Posts: 2,782	Platt DD 2 all the way! Of course it can be worn casual

10 September 2013, 01:02 PM	#11
Qimchi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Earth Watch: Everything Posts: 154	Currently got a 5711 and now am working hard for a DD Platinum next. But if I were to buy the DD first, I will still be looking to get the 5711 soon after. You just need to own both of them. They are just so beautiful....

10 September 2013, 01:19 PM	#15
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	DD II Platinum is the grail of grails.

10 September 2013, 01:21 PM	#17
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Two entirely different watches, and the platinum DD cost quite a bit more than the nautilus. I would never get the platinum DD, because I would have to get the DDII and it's just to heavy for my liking. __________________ 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

10 September 2013, 01:21 PM	#18
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	If you don't mind the weight, definitely the DD2 Plat. That's the ultimate Rolex. But if the competition is a RG Nautilus, then it's a toss up for me.

10 September 2013, 02:05 PM	#19
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Which Nauilus are you talking about? 5711, 5726, or 5980? The 5980 is closest in cost to a 218206 plat DD2. However the 5711 is IMO the better comparison with Rolex as a do it all watch. While the Nautilus is at another level in terms of movement, finishing, and refinement; the DD2 is stunning in its heft and value. That's right... value. Try buying a full platinum watch from any other brand for less than a DD/DD2. It's also the more rugged watch of the two. As such, I'd grudgingly vote DD2 before Nautilus. However you really need BOTH.

10 September 2013, 02:23 PM	#21
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,611	Well... I recently voted with my dollars. :) It's a beast and I love it. When it comes to Gentas designs - lucky for me I prefer the RO to the Nautilus. One day I aspire to wear a Patek with complication(s) but this 284 gram hunk of .950 platinum was just something I had to have. It actually works pretty well with shorts. Not necessarily shorts and a t-shirt but shorts and a linen shirt really work with this thing..

10 September 2013, 02:38 PM	#23
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,611	Now that you mention it - it looks right at home!

10 September 2013, 02:56 PM	#24
iLLGT2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Martin Location: NY And FLA Watch: AP ROO Blue Scuba Posts: 2,695	Platinum DDII/// just so much more value, and it's a beauty Patek may be in another league movement wise, yes… However they are OVERRATED, OVERPRICED ! Sorry to state it again, just my point of view and not so good experience.

10 September 2013, 03:26 PM	#27
Graillover "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Kenn Location: Dallas Watch: DD II Posts: 32	Ddii

10 September 2013, 03:40 PM	#28
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	I am not sure I buy that they are the "ultimate all occasion watches"...BUT I for one love the juxtaposition that is a platinum rolex DDII with trunks in the pool! You are my hero mike. Both presented to me as a gift I would opt for the pt ddii. I only wish the ice blue ddii was available for 5711 money.

10 September 2013, 04:14 PM	#29
tom2517 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Asia & US Posts: 1,551	I already have the platinum DDII so tried on this today.....

10 September 2013, 04:24 PM	#30
DreambreaX Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Rolex Estate Posts: 1,304	Platinum Rolex why want nautilus if the case made of stainless steel. its the same material of your spoon and fork. Platinum is jewel.

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