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Rolex Day-DatevsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Day-Date
RolexDay-Date
MSRP $65,400
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428
What people say

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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.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Day-Date36mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Day-Date70h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Day-Date100m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Day-Date$65,400
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18 kt yellow gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
18 kt Everose gold
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Green
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
3255
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
32
25
Complications
Day-Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$65,400
$428
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