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Copasetic · 3 September 2015, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

i wish i could agree as i think they look really nice. It would be so much easier too. I just find them to be way too small on the wrist. My wife wears a 36mm dj and it looks fantastic on her.

+1

rolexnub · 3 September 2015, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by shirtguy

36mm day date is the way to go

mmmmp · 26 December 2018, 09:00 AM

I'm considering a DD in the near future (No later than next year I hope) so I really appreciate the trio comparison shot and learned comments. I, too, had difficulty seeing the 'finer points' of the redesigned DDII and DD41 when viewing them individually. Although the bezel on the DDII was clearly larger and the case had that "Maxi-Case" blocky look which I dislike, those Romans look very odd scaled down. (IMO)

Don't get the notion I dislike like these rededigned watches! They're beautiful and the 36mm and DDII are SPECTACULAR in person! I've yet to try on a DD41 but I'm certain it's as gorgeous as the other two. I certainly understand how tough it will be to choose amongst the three. Despite the DDII being discontinued, NOS or previously owned is an viable option.

Thanks again for the pix which I will study carefully before the 'trying on' phase. To those who already own one - congrats on having great taste.

Happy Holidays to all,
Mark

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dadonn2 · 26 December 2018, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mmmmp

I'm considering a DD in the near future (No later than next year I hope) so I really appreciate the trio comparison shot and learned comments. I, too, had difficulty seeing the 'finer points' of the redesigned DDII and DD41 when viewing them individually. Although the bezel on the DDII was clearly larger and the case had that "Maxi-Case" blocky look which I dislike, those Romans look very odd scaled down. (IMO)

Don't get the notion I dislike like these rededigned watches! They're beautiful and the 36mm and DDII are SPECTACULAR in person! I've yet to try on a DD41 but I'm certain it's as gorgeous as the other two. I certainly understand how tough it will be to choose amongst the three. Despite the DDII being discontinued, NOS or previously owned is an viable option.

Thanks again for the pix which I will study carefully before the 'trying on' phase. To those who already own one - congrats on having great taste.

Happy Holidays to all,
Mark

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You definitely dug up the ghosts of Day Date past, reviving this thread Mark. Happy Holidays to you as well.

mixx23 · 26 December 2018, 09:25 AM

Would go for the DD2.

oldman2005 · 26 December 2018, 09:31 AM

Platinum DD2 would be my choice

watchwatcher · 26 December 2018, 10:59 AM

This would be my choice.

rolinole · 26 December 2018, 11:20 AM

is this the 41?

returntorolex · 26 December 2018, 11:30 AM

DD40 between the two.

fixinbones · 26 December 2018, 12:59 PM

Definitely like the DD40 better. As others have mentioned the bezel on the DD2 looks to big

mmmmp · 26 December 2018, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by returntorolex

DD40 between the two.

Man o man, that looks fantastic!

Mark

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997.2 · 26 December 2018, 03:26 PM

36 > 40 >>>>>>>> ddii

101031-28 · 26 December 2018, 03:44 PM

I prefer the chunkier design and sportier look of the DDII

FrançoisCzapek · 15 May 2024, 04:23 PM

can I confirm that based on the photos above, the DD2 is "boxier" and less rounded than DD40? it looks more like an AP Royal Oak or a certain style of diver watch, which is why many perceive the DD2 as being more sporty and having a stronger presence than the dressier DD40?

JSolution · 15 May 2024, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrançoisCzapek

can I confirm that based on the photos above, the DD2 is "boxier" and less rounded than DD40? it looks more like an AP Royal Oak or a certain style of diver watch, which is why many perceive the DD2 as being more sporty and having a stronger presence than the dressier DD40?

It wears more like a sky dweller

FrançoisCzapek · 15 May 2024, 08:33 PM

Thanks. So same idea, it subtly feels like a larger, chunkier, more sporty pilot watch even though it's only 1 mm larger and you might not be able to articulate why it looks a little different?

BriansRolex · 15 May 2024, 08:54 PM

DD40 one million percent of the time

Ballzzz · 16 May 2024, 03:18 AM

DDII - Sportier
DD40 - Less Sporty

Dial Choices Make up my mind BUT I like dials from both BUT prefer the DDII overall

FrançoisCzapek · 16 May 2024, 03:21 AM

If scouting for secondhand, is it safer to just buy DD40? DD2 prices seem to be much lower right? I'm trying to understand how to feel out DD prices for this.

Or just buy what you like?

Wee-Willie · 19 May 2024, 08:59 AM

YG DD 36...the true classic

1st amg · 19 May 2024, 10:00 PM

Holy, nine year old thread revival.....The DD2 has my vote. Just like the more muscular look of the DD2.

26 December 2018, 12:59 PM	#40
fixinbones "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: New York Watch: 118206 Posts: 910	Definitely like the DD40 better. As others have mentioned the bezel on the DD2 looks to big __________________ 126719 BLRO meteorite 126660 D-blue 118206 Day Date

26 December 2018, 03:44 PM	#43
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,749	I prefer the chunkier design and sportier look of the DDII __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

16 May 2024, 03:18 AM	#48
Ballzzz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: NY Posts: 2,485	DDII - Sportier DD40 - Less Sporty Dial Choices Make up my mind BUT I like dials from both BUT prefer the DDII overall __________________ Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction. - Albert Einstein

26 December 2018, 09:00 AM	#33
mmmmp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mark P Location: Toronto Watch: SS Wimbledon DJ41 Posts: 2,046	I'm considering a DD in the near future (No later than next year I hope) so I really appreciate the trio comparison shot and learned comments. I, too, had difficulty seeing the 'finer points' of the redesigned DDII and DD41 when viewing them individually. Although the bezel on the DDII was clearly larger and the case had that "Maxi-Case" blocky look which I dislike, those Romans look very odd scaled down. (IMO) Don't get the notion I dislike like these rededigned watches! They're beautiful and the 36mm and DDII are SPECTACULAR in person! I've yet to try on a DD41 but I'm certain it's as gorgeous as the other two. I certainly understand how tough it will be to choose amongst the three. Despite the DDII being discontinued, NOS or previously owned is an viable option. Thanks again for the pix which I will study carefully before the 'trying on' phase. To those who already own one - congrats on having great taste. Happy Holidays to all, Mark Sent from my SM-A520W using Tapatalk

26 December 2018, 09:25 AM	#35
mixx23 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Posts: 110	Would go for the DD2.

26 December 2018, 09:31 AM	#36
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	Platinum DD2 would be my choice

26 December 2018, 11:20 AM	#38
rolinole "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Pete Location: North Carolina Posts: 8	is this the 41?

26 December 2018, 03:26 PM	#42
997.2 Banned Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Chaz Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Posts: 2,721	36 > 40 >>>>>>>> ddii

15 May 2024, 04:23 PM	#44
FrançoisCzapek "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Singapore Watch: Classic Pateks Posts: 200	can I confirm that based on the photos above, the DD2 is "boxier" and less rounded than DD40? it looks more like an AP Royal Oak or a certain style of diver watch, which is why many perceive the DD2 as being more sporty and having a stronger presence than the dressier DD40?

15 May 2024, 08:33 PM	#46
FrançoisCzapek "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Singapore Watch: Classic Pateks Posts: 200	Thanks. So same idea, it subtly feels like a larger, chunkier, more sporty pilot watch even though it's only 1 mm larger and you might not be able to articulate why it looks a little different?

15 May 2024, 08:54 PM	#47
BriansRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: United States Posts: 524	DD40 one million percent of the time

16 May 2024, 03:21 AM	#49
FrançoisCzapek "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Singapore Watch: Classic Pateks Posts: 200	If scouting for secondhand, is it safer to just buy DD40? DD2 prices seem to be much lower right? I'm trying to understand how to feel out DD prices for this. Or just buy what you like?

19 May 2024, 08:59 AM	#50
Wee-Willie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Austin Tx Posts: 429	YG DD 36...the true classic

19 May 2024, 10:00 PM	#51
1st amg 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 9,576	Holy, nine year old thread revival.....The DD2 has my vote. Just like the more muscular look of the DD2.

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