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Very reliable piece to go to, I hear you about dents and things in the Jumbo 15202, at least,
Funny thing was, I had the 15202 for many years, and then the crown came out, literally no no no no scratches or anything on it. It was not until it was at the AP service center in Clearwater, that, the first scratches and dings appeared on the piece.
But I would never subject a 15202 to any harsh activities, heck, if I got it again, I wouldn't even adjust the time or set the date, I would just "wear it in place," and go forth with my day. Many disagree here with me on this, and that is okay, a case of "nurture," not "nature," on my end, I guess.
I am off on a tangent, and I apologize, any-who, yes that Day-Date rocks as a real "sports watch," and that you can do a lot with it. Rock on.
Ted
In praise of a white metal Rolex Day-Date
I’m watching the “luxury” sport steel watch market inflate into an odd bubble, that like most bubbles appears to receive its air from hype. When I purchased my Nautili (Nautiluses?) and AP Jumbo, these used to sit in dealers' cases and were regularly disc...
Very reliable piece to go to, I hear you about dents and things in the Jumbo 15202, at least,
Funny thing was, I had the 15202 for many years, and then the crown came out, literally no no no no scratches or anything on it. It was not until it was at the AP service center in Clearwater, that, the first scratches and dings appeared on the piece. But...
I couldn’t agree more
36mm Day Date’s, either in platinum or white gold, are of fantastic value and great daily wearers, at least if going for a sapphire crystal version. I mean, it’s the same proven oyster case design and sturdy movement found elsewhere in Rolex line, so it’s...
I am in agreement here.
There is a lot to love with the Day Date. Particularly the original (36mm) size and a white metal. It’s a pretty durable and versatile watch. And for sure it remains the forgotten watch (at least in 36mm, the 40mm is almost as difficult as a Submariner to...
When did you buy your Nautiluses and RO?
Agree that the dd is actually more of a sport watch
Your Rolex might be the true "sports" watch...
Rolex Watch. Monobloc case. Check (AP Royal Oak and Patek Philippe Nautilus have 2-3 part cases) Screw down crown (Royal Oak doesn't have this, but most Nautilus models do). Check. No exposed rubber gaskets (improved water resistance). Check. Nautilus and...
Good comparison.
I might add that RO and Nautilus have somewhat delicate movements, whereas Rolex movements are arguably among the most robust in the market. A consideration not to be overlooked when it comes to "sports" watches!
Great points, thanks for your thoughts.
Form over function for the AP and Nautilus. Form AND function for the DJ and DD.
You should try out a DD 36mm platinum.
There is something really satisfying about the weight, and the fit and finish are excellent. That said, not everyone may like the design and how the watch looks on the wrist.
