Reference Guide
Jay (Eire)'s insightful post offers a unique comparative look at Rolex clasps spanning 45 years and various models. His personal collection provides a rare opportunity to observe the evolution of Rolex clasp design across different metals and references. This article synthesizes Jay's observations with community insights, highlighting the nuances that make each clasp distinct and functional.
That piece is probably the star of the show. The DD, and that bracelet, may be the most underrated of all. Although the modern 40mm and 41mm Day Date does seem to have captured a broader audience.
Could you share some more pictures of your Day-date (including the dial!)? The president is my favorite bracelet here, and one of the nicest, generally, for me.
Perfect size. And there is something to having some weight on the wrist too. The Date Date and the President are as I said above surely the most underrated in the catalogue. I looked at so many older Day Dates, most yellow gold some red always looking for an interesting dial. Found many but never pulled the trigger (note, this was before Phillips blew the market up with their Day Date sale several years ago). At the same time was hoping to find a white gold piece with an “interesting” dial and f
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