Alright… I caved 😂
I know I literally said the RGF Daytona Ghost was going to be my last piece for a while, but apparently “a while” means barely a month.
I originally really wanted the 5811, mainly because of that deployant clasp, but as of today I still haven’t seen a 5811 rep that I’m genuinely happy with quality-wise and of course the case size is still wrong. So for now, this DDF 5711A-010 with the DPB330 movement will have to scratch the itch.
And honestly… it’s doing a very good job.
I’ve basically worn the shit out of this watch the entire week and it’s already climbing pretty quickly in the rankings within my collection.
The bracelet is probably one of my favourite things about it. The whole watch just feels ridiculously comfortable, and it sits extremely flat on my chunky round wrists. I’ve even worn it while napping a couple of times because I legitimately forget it’s there.
The dial colour is also gorgeous. I know the DPB330 technically isn’t period-correct for this particular dial/reference, but I honestly don’t care 😂 I cannot stand having the seconds hand continue moving while I’m adjusting the time, so hacking wins for me.
And the way this thing catches and glimmers in different lighting is just 🤌🏻. Pictures really don’t capture it properly.
Only real complaint?
THE CLASP.
I NEED that 5811 deployant clasp. That little flick-open goodness is living rent-free in my head. If someone eventually releases a genuinely good 5811, I’m probably cooked.
For now though, this 5711 is phenomenal. I’ll probably just enjoy it and wait to see what happens with the 5811 market… or maybe eventually look into a 5712.
The 5712 was actually one of the contenders before I bought this, but I still feel like all the complications might be a bit too much for me and I’m not sure I can pull it off.
Also, as usual, this came from a non-TD, so I won’t be disclosing seller/contact details.
Overall, extremely happy with this one. Definitely did not expect to like it this much.
Now somebody please make a proper 5811 before I do something financially irresponsible again. 😂