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Lorier ZephyrvsRolex Day-Date

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549
Day-Date
RolexDay-Date
MSRP $65,400
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Lorier Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its stunning guilloche-style dial, refined and perfectly sized unique case shape, and comfortable wearability. The Miyota 9 series movement is noted by owners as being a little noisy, with a rotor whirring audible on quick hand movements. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its distinctive dial and case design at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

Rolex Day-Date

Owners widely appreciate the Rolex Day-Date for its historical significance and beauty, with some finding the 36mm size perfect and others preferring larger variants. The "President" bracelet is noted for its jewelry-like drape, and some specific dial configurations are trading above retail. Owners report wait times of one to six months for full gold models from authorized dealers, which are generally easier to acquire than stainless steel sports models. The plating on a BP factory 36mm Day-Date remained strong after two years of wear, with its movement running within -1 to 3 seconds per day. Some owners find stone dials unique and potentially value-retaining, while others debate the aesthetics of specific dials and bezels. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Day-Date highly for its historical significance and the refined feel of its "President" bracelet.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zephyr36mm
Day-Date36mm
Power Reserve
Zephyr40h
Day-Date70h
Water Resistance
Zephyr
Day-Date100m
MSRP
Zephyr$549
Day-Date$65,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
18 kt yellow gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
18 kt Everose gold
Water Resistance
100m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Roman numerals

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
3255
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
32
Complications
None
Day-Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$65,400
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