Why pick the Rolex President over something more exciting?

[@trinity3422]

Your day-date is a legendary status watch Bruce. Definitely a watch I’d love to own. I’m a bracelet guy too and that’s one of the best, if not the best bracelet ever produced.

[@roylobue7125]

Nothing says retirement like an all gold day date - enjoy the time off Bruce, you earned it!

[@ordoabchao4202]

Exactly! When you need a watch to tell you what day of the week it is, you know you've made it 😅

[@keltecdan]

Gotta get the Tony Soprano Rolex president.

[@CosmicPipe]

Perfection. This rolex is my grail watch too. The yellow gold with champagne dial is gorgeous! It's the perfect combination, precious metal, Rolex brand, this is truly timeless with maximum impact, maximum resale value.

[@JinxPalm2023]

The Rolex president is hands down the best watch that Rolex makes. It's easy to set the day and date function, it's very practical for everyday use and it's made of precious metal all the way around. You just don't get any better than that. In an age of cell phones, watches have become accessories and there's no better premium accessory for a man than the Rolex Day-Date 40 in my opinion. 💯

[@itzjdub282]

I totally agree

[@AB-xh4vr]

Tony soprano agrees,😂

[@arj-]

day date 36 is the move

[@andrewnguyen612]

Well Said 👍

[@robbyrose6904]

@@arj-For girly wrists true

[@LetsPlayThru]

I paired down to 3 myself recently and that has really helped me enjoy the ones I kept so much more.

[@JOHNNYSD-43]

4 nice pieces and 2 “beaters” in my case

[@cjsolarmusic]

I don’t think day date is boring or predictable. Great decision and lifetime watch.

[@anthonyiadarola1201]

I’ll 2nd that

[@rickovery]

I have never found 18k gold to he boring.

[@dannysimenauer5745]

You cannot go wrong with the Rolex Day-Date in solid gold. A piece you hand down to the next generation.

[@torqueofthedevil8145]

Nah he’ll get bored and flip it within a year

[@dannysimenauer5745]

@@torqueofthedevil8145 The other concern I have is it a hard piece to wear since it screams “wealth”. I could see wearing it in a business situation or wedding, but not wearing it for every day use.

[@Mega-zi7ys]

​@@dannysimenauer5745not "wealth" ... Just loud i think.

[@alexlandy7422]

Yes I wish my Dad would lol

[@anthonyiadarola1201]

The yellow gold DD is for men that don’t care what other people think about him or what he earns just because a guy has a yellow gold Rolex on his wrist doesn’t mean that he’s rich. You could buy one that is 30 or 40 years old between 12 and $15,000 or you could get one a little newer 20-30 years old for 18-30k or a brand new one for 38-42k and from a few feet away people all they’ll see is the iconic presidential bracelet.I have a mint bark finish 18248 36mm and love it

[@Ruby_Sterling]

Rolex Day Date President champagne dial is a classic

[@j.e.marquez6753]

Imo the Rolex day date in yellow gold is greatest watch ever. Nothing beats that classic yet modern design. It goes with everything. From a suit to a track suit. It’s my grail watch

[@19NJS71]

that daydate is stunning, the cartier is terrible

[@himself1417]

What don’t you like about the Cartier ?

[@19NJS71]

@@himself1417 everything

[@banginzaza]

I agree. Rolex all day!

[@triniboy05]

The Cartier is simply a silly design too. It has a timing bezel without any minute markers, and the dial doesn’t have minute markers either 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@kimchiwasabee]

It's designed by Gerald Genta.

[@VmanStudioz]

Great move Bruce! You have to give big! To get big! Great choice on that Daydate! When you’re done playing with tin-can steel sport Rolex; all roads lead back to the Daydate! The details in that new DD40 also unpeel slowly over time. That is not a boring piece at all. Keep up the outstanding work!

[@MrMustangrick]

It’s beautiful. Love your choice. Champagne face is my preference also.

[@fastlane2479]

This is one of the most refreshing and true to self collecting moves I've seen on a watch channel. Kudos on keeping your Cartier too. The naysayers to both are probably clueless or doing so to sleep better at night.

[@jchong416]

I was in the budapest rolex AD 2 days ago and tried on the day date 36 (I'm a small wristed guy). It was absolutely magic. I felt like I put on the lord of the rings power ring. I will own this watch one day and I will work as hard as it takes to own it.

[@alexlandy7422]

Damn bro that makes me want one even more! Nicest I’ve owned was a Tag and I felt more confident with on wrist

[@jockdodson9093]

I was initially heartbroken that you nuked your beautiful collection. Then I thought that you have attained, at a very young age, a life goal in your watch journey. Congratulations on your latest Watch achievement. Cheers!

[@jcrobles63]

I’m in complete agreement with you, the Day-Date is also one of my grail watches. Lucky you!

[@WatchDisplay]

Congrats on your day date 40! I rem my first DD40. I was glued at looking at that watch dial. I still have a DD40 but moved to rose gold from yellow and did the fully factory pave and diamond bezel.

[@scottwexlin6456]

It's a stunner. Looking forward to hearing you SWaT with Oisin soon.

[@TheSuaveEntrepreneur]

I was between a day date and a Breguet. I went Breguet. Thanks for this. It’s always on my mind to get a yellow gold bracelet watch.

[@TrendyStone]

Total respect and love your channel. I just can't get the "retired old man with hairy arms living in Florida" image out of my head when I see the watch. So I couldn't pull it off. But it does indeed look good on you.

[@GunGlutton]

So jelly! Congratulations! This is my grail. I never thought I would get a two tone DJ 41, when I turn 40 I hope to get a two tone sub. Then when I’m 50 a DD

[@AlejandroFlores-ub5jv]

I think it's a great move. If and only if you don't sell it later, but start growing the collection upon this. Congrats!!

[@TruthProphet2045]

Been thinking of consolidating my collection for a full gold piece as well. Love the day date!

[@andrewm9669]

I admire it. I'm 40, and toyed with the idea of yg dd for my birthday, in the end went for a black ss daytona. I'll join you one day with one, I'm just not ready yet.

[@steffydog]

Wowza, that Day-Date is STUNNING 🤩👏 Many congratulations fella, keep well.

[@garebear150]

The yellow gold day-date is a fantastic watch. Enjoy and wear in good health.

[@cjammer18]

I really enjoy your channel Bruce. Just know that you don’t need to justify yourself. It is ok to like what you like, and you don’t need others’ approval for your decision to be valid ❤

[@waymoregooder]

There is nothing boring or predictable about the 228238 in YG. I went with the exact configuration and can’t stop looking at it. Pure sophistication and elegance. Wear it and enjoy it in health. Cheers

[@lvbajt]

That ending! Haha love it

[@MarcoDeLasVegas]

Day-Date is nothing boring. It has been a dream watch of me for years. Nevertheless, yellow gold with silver dial or rose gold with green dial are my favorite choices.

[@anthonyiadarola1201]

Get the yellow it’s timeless

[@timgore829]

Such a classic, iconic watch. It looks great on you’re wrist.

[@motey99]

I think you absolutely made the right choice Bruce a daydate is timeless elegance it will never go out of style if I was a baller like you I'd get one too but Rose gold for me

[@arnoldjenkins5455]

Just picked up the Ombre green dd40- by far the best watch I’ve ever owned 😁😁😁

[@nickgee7291]

more exciting than a president? I think not! the OP, DJ AND DD are all tastefull and well balanced, my faves

[@landerwyoming9720]

Beautiful Rolex, congratulations and thanks for sharing!

[@TunaXPress]

Beautiful. I have a 36mm Double Quick Set Presidential from the 80’s that has never been worn outside the house. And even then I would put it on, look at it and put it back in the safe. It is basically new will all the box and papers and has sat in the safe at my mom’s house for all these years. The sticker on the back of the watch is like new. Thank you for the tip on “watch you seek”. I am moving to Thailand and want to buy a condo with my new wife, so I am selling it.

[@jamesmoninger1982]

Great watch. I always wanted to own one. Hope you continue to enjoy it!

[@teddyhenriquez5192]

That's my Grail watch one day I'll make my dream come true you made the right decision Bruce!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Wear it in good health for many years to come always watching your six.

[@NK-wy8wp]

Mine as well.

[@mellyc6550]

❤ A very good choice Bruce. That bracelet is gorgeous ❤. Number one rule is buy what you like.

[@dr.supersnake4627]

Bruce congratulations and you made the right decision!! Beauty is in the eye of the beholder!! Just got my DD yellow gold white dial and Roman numerals !! Can’t get any more elegant and traditional.

[@philo2197]

I bought the same day date but with baguette markers last year. Hard to appreciate them until you actually HANDLE one in the flesh. Precious metal is mesmerizing in person.

[@highnrising]

If a guy who dresses like Bruce walks around with a solid gold Rolex with 2:54 a solid gold band on his wrist, it looks ridiculous.

[@texex9251]

Bruce, first of all, you're insane! Can't believe you let all those beauties go! But.....your new Day date is amazing. I would not have made the switch but I TOTALLY understand why you did. Stunning watch and a fun reset. Can't wait to see what your 3rd watch to the collection is. Keep up the vids!

[@ralphplaza-e7q]

Hahahaha!! Love the tantrum at the end. Bruce I really had my doubts of you departing the Tudor Panda and Hulk. Wow!!! Kudos to you. I can’t do it.

[@btmontres1423]

Great review addressing questions many of us have. Like dealing with regret over selling, or buying the wrong timepiece, or simply getting confused by not being able to stay focussed on that grail watch. Love the day-date cause how can you really go wrong? IMHO its not possible to mess up unless you buy from a questionable source, and then that's not the watches fault. Love your yellow gold president, seems to work well on you.

[@STAng7788]

Yellow Gold being a soft metal is usually worn occasionally & blingy loud statement piece favored by high net worth investment bankers in suits & media sports celebrities as part of attention grabbing image building or endorsement deal.

[@lefataliste]

You’ve made a very good choice, Bruce: simply beautiful and timeless as you say!

[@truevegas]

I'm not usually a fan of Grand Seiko, but that GS at 2:25 is stunning...

[@Bornia1982]

I can totally get the Day date in gold. I always tought the Sub was it for me. Then I got a Yachtmaster and it just feels more special. Most of us star sporty and rugged but time softens the edges of man and his watches, and we desire precious metals and intricate bracelets more when we go into battle less.

[@Mpantiques]

Yachaster is way more rlegsnt end hand huging than sub.

[@watchnerds]

Bruce, you still might have to add something affordable like moonswatch, PRX, or Casioak, for the "go anywhere safely without getting robbed" watch

[@wjggmt1180]

MoonSwatch is clown town. They really hurt the Omega image with that garbage.

[@watchnerds]

@@wjggmt1180 I wish. There's too much speedy for double qc check in the workshop due to the moonswatch.

[@craigwoolbert2443]

Selling everything sure is completely bonkers! The President sure is purrrrrrty. What to see how you sold the Hulk. Dude- super happy for you!

[@MegaAtlacatl]

Great choice 👍🏽 the rose gold day date with a brown dial and Spanish day wheel is my grail watch

[@pandjichristian7872]

Hi Bruce - nice video. I love that same Day Date but in white dial. Looking forward to your next watch!

[@billballeza377]

I have owned three Day Dates since the 1970’s, updating them as the movements changed and the bracelet became solid 18k yellow gold. My current D/D was purchased in 2013, the 118238. To me it is the perfect watch in 36mm.

[@caiobriski8841]

Congratulations Bruce, nice watch and bold move!

[@Mayhap34]

That's a beautiful watch, that is the quintessential gold watch others imitate, but never duplicate.

[@kevinmccalister8197]

Congrats Bruce. This is my ultimate grail!

[@watchfalcon122]

At 40, I think I'm too young for a YG Day Date for style and identity. Stunning watch but not the time yet for me. This is the GMT and Daytona, SS Patek/RO/Overseas era. Regardless, congrats Bruce. Killer piece.

[@flyingsaucer1268]

excellent purchase Bruce......don't scratch it 🙂

[@stentplacer1662]

Perfect….pure class. Timeless….have Rose w Tahitian MOP w Diamond baguette………love it

[@Raytona500]

That watch is absolutely stunning and perfect. I own one as well. It always makes me feel like a billion bucks, not just a million bucks! ;)

[@gregbe2269]

Nothing boring about that watch, congrats Bruce!

[@kimchiwasabee]

Love both pieces!! The Pasha is underrated. A bit dated,but underrated.

[@dannycph]

Bruce, You made the 100% right choice. That watch is the one and only grail.

[@rayBARInvest]

Dream watch, congrats brother! Hope to get one myself one day.

[@curtangle5440]

Your DD configuration would be my exact pick. Congrats!!

[@manishg214]

I have a 36mm daydate president and when I want to be my best, it’s my go to watch. I have several other Rolexes and other brands, but the President is the ultimate status symbol ❤

[@lasvegaskane]

A little late to the party but this will always be a classic. It's my dream watch. I love the 40mm but will probably go for a 36 for the classic look.

[@thangnguyen-iy4xf]

beautiful watch, congrats, it's a work of art on the wrists

[@woonfaseng8737]

good choice for your collection. while it ain't exciting , that unique , this while be timeless (never look out of fashion) and investment worthy too! can be worn daily if u wish plus pass down to your kids and grandkids too... hence when i chose my first rolex , i chose a 2 tone SS-18K gold 15053 OP date with BLACK/gilt dial. this black-gilt dial , SS and half gold will always look great all the time, regardless now or 30 or 50 years into the future .

[@Eric-w1f6f]

The Day-Date is one of the all-time classic luxury watches. It’s gorgeous. It’s timeless. It will be my third Rolex. ☺️

[@allanr.8727]

Agree with you.. ✅..Rolex DD YG champagne dial for me is the watch of a lifetime achievement. But size 36mm for me.. 😊. Enjoy wearing in good health..

[@johnbruce4003]

That’s been my dream watch for 40 years. From JR Ewing to Ric Flair! Whooo

[@matth4680]

Congratulations on a wonderful watch I agree it’s a classic and a great looking piece. Buying what you love is the only way to go so full marks to you sir. 😎👍👏👏👏

[@tagman1]

This watch with the old school stick markers has been the one watch that would complete my life's goals. I have been after that watch since I was 13 years old., back when they were 12K brand new. No Joke. Saw it on my neighbors wrist growing up and I was infatuated with it since the day I laid eyes on it. Yes I am huge into GS, AP and many others, but this piece is THE watch! Unfortunately I don't think I'll ever see it in my life. Well, maybe, but it's a crazy expensive piece for me to splurge on. And I don't do replicas, so I'll just keep marveling at them through the glass in the Las Vegas malls. LOL!

[@mikec3454]

I’m with you BW about selling watches and moving on. I just made a big move too after acquiring a BLNR. I blew up the rest and I’m preparing to rebuild around the BLNR. This hobby is about progression.

[@cliffordmenick7929]

A very good choice Bruce. I own the colourful one on the beautiful strap and it's a really mindboggling piece. It will always stay in my collection. Never gonna get tired of it. 😍

[@simonwright6882]

Hey Bruce, you don't need to justify your actions to anyone. You do you.

[@sylpascale7673]

Gorgeous watch, I would not feel comfortable wearing a Yellow Gold Date Day everywhere, however a White Gold version of the watch flies under the radar. What are your thoughts on that?

[@Trav-eller]

The president bracelet says it all. Tbh, not many Rolex models fly under the radar these days.

[@falrashed33]

Very well done move. The one in my mind is the 40 mm rose gold on chocolate dial. Enjoy it in good health

[@mattytreks]

Bruce, is this the 40 or the 36? I can't immediately tell -- thanks!

[@motokult]

Very nice choice. Most people cannot imagine, you can wear a actual Rolex Day Date without problem every day. My perfect collection I am happy since years ,is 228238 Stick/Champagne Dial & 116500 LN White Face

[@hatchegg80]

was this polished? any insights into this whole polishing thing? i've seen some rolex presidents but scratches are very common

[@eduardo1878]

Te felicito amiga, es el mejor reloj de todos, mi favorito por mucho, sólo que con la carátula blanca. Espero estrenar el mío pronto. Saludos desde Mérida, México!

[@zillsburyy1]

bruce thinks he is lyndon Johnson

[@rickovery]

Now, he is.

[@jasonhiggs4925]

do what you want. buy what you want! hope to see you next time you're in Lancaster!

[@ordoabchao4202]

Enjoy it mate. I am slowly warming up with the idea of a full-gold Rolex. But can't pull it off while still in the corporate grind

[@Ryan-pu9yw]

You're a brave man! You keep it exciting for us viewers.

[@alhusaini2916]

Stunning looking timepiece, please take good care of it and keep it always clean because it is an expensive piece of art

[@tarasmathers7423]

Good move, Bruce.....always go w/ your gut. All the best.....🥃

[@iconicetiquette4546]

Well done grail watch its my favourite 🎉😊

[@sternum29]

That Day Date looks very sharp on you. Congrats!

[@idonotexist_]

Classic piece 9head! Love it. It's the one watch that got me to break my "no pieces with a cyclops on the sapphire" rule. I was able to secure an Ice Blue 228206 with the Roman Markers last year from my AD with much less purchase history than I expected, but I'm in the Midwest and almost never saw anybody wearing anything special in the town I grew up in (and really only see anything decent when I'm downtown or AT an AD). I should be getting a call this week about either the RG Olive 40 with the Roman Markers or a few other configs I have inquired about that are definitely easier to get, and am definitely a bit conflicted. I'd really like a second Plat with a different Dial, but will likely be going Gold. Not so much a fan of YG on myself, but I can't deny the piece you have looks great. I'd wear the YG with a Black Dial, but I honestly wouldn't purchase one over other options. That Cartier is GOD AWEFUL, but I think the DAY-DATE 40 (I know you just used it as clickbait in the title, but come on now...) was a great choice. The fully brushed Oyster Bracelet was my favorite from Rolex until I had the chance to try a DD-40 on, and the Presidential stole that crown (no pun intended) damn near instantly.

[@JOHNNYSD-43]

I know people who sold all the big pieces like nautilus gold, and just keep the Seamaster, DJ and Sub. You will not wear the DD a lot, that’s a handicap, because your lifestyle. In my case I only buy pieces I can wear in all situations, and never gold, maybe when I will have 70 years old, but now SD43 and DJ is enough for me, also some Pam, and the SMP of course. Anyway you can sell it and get back almost all the money

[@jamescombs8316]

I wear my DD almost every day. Only received one compliment on it since 2019. Rolex owners recognize other Rolex owners. It's insured. Probably, most people don't recognize it or think it's fake. I'm always in older company with like minded people. Never felt unsafe wearing them. If I'm in mixed company, I wear a SS DJ.

[@JOHNNYSD-43]

@@jamescombs8316 in Europe you cant walk safe in the street of any big city with a Rolex, even a OP, i know many cases of robberies

[@jamescombs8316]

@@JOHNNYSD-43 I'll keep this in mind if I go back to Europe some day. Sad, but probably true.

[@tapirdeaalex7104]

As long as your happy with the purchase, nothing else matters. But please stop sayin that your going to keep it for a long time, given your history of collecting

[@rotzloffel4436]

Does the bracelet become „dirty“ or fooged up due to sweat between the links?…Heard about that but not sure…second question: is the missing easy link a problem? Thank you 🙌

[@dezmarinvestmentsllc9964]

You made the right choice that will never go out of style

[@officialMainspring]

you are collecting right. not to please anyone but yourself. watch collecting is a very personal journey. People have different taste, it's what partly makes watch collecting fun. gathering with fellow watch enthusiasts and checking out what they are doing and talking shop. It's also not a competition. I'm not big on Rolex but I love the day date and in yellow gold. I hate roman numerals usually but I think it looks right/perfect on this one. It's a beautiful watch. enjoy!

[@TheSuaveEntrepreneur]

I’m also a fan of the yellow gold and Champaign look. I’ll hope to buy the same watch soon. In it for the long haul. See you then Bruce

[@davidelliott948]

Congratulations! It is a very beautiful watch. The dial goes perfectly with the yellow gold case and bracelet.