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Old 14 June 2010, 06:09 AM   #1
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DateJust Newbie...

As a Rolex Sports Watch enthusiast, I have now ventured out a little bit and got myself something a tad different.

I debated going "Vintage" for a while, but after trying on various models of SS / Silver / fluted bezel / Jubilee (my must-have configuration) I went new. The pricing was a bit rich for the 70's, 80's and 90's models I was finding, and I was pretty particular re: the condition of the watch I wanted. Needless to say, most of the original bracelets would have needed replacing.

My first BNIB Rolex ever. An early Birthday present to myself.

I have to say, I love the simple, understated dial and certainly the substantial Super Jubilee!



















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Old 14 June 2010, 06:11 AM   #2
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My fave Dial on the Datejust. Love it, Bill! Enjoy it to the max, and I know that the Super Jubilee won't let happen what happened to me!
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:12 AM   #3
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Thanks Gaby.

I was loving your before / after DJ pix. Nice to have an old friend back, eh?
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:15 AM   #4
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Beautiful watch. That classy dial goes perfect with the Jubilee bracelet. Congratulations.
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:33 AM   #5
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Congrats Bill, on a timeless classic !!
Killer pics also
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:26 AM   #6
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Thanks Gaby.

I was loving your before / after DJ pix. Nice to have an old friend back, eh?
Reunited and it feels soo good!
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:17 AM   #7
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Just stunning Bill, enjoy it!
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:17 AM   #8
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thats a lovely watch bud and great photos too
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:18 AM   #9
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:21 AM   #10
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Looking good my friend.

Enjoy
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Thanks David...

Did I mention what a wonderful experience I had with my trusted TRF seller? Funny. His name is DavidSW as well
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:33 AM   #11
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Great shots as always Bill!!!. I love your macro work....

Oh....Lovely watch as well.!
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:35 AM   #12
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wow VERY nice! Such a sharp yet understated watch!
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Old 14 June 2010, 06:35 AM   #13
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Thanks all!!!
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Old 14 June 2010, 07:10 AM   #14
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Very nice!
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Old 14 June 2010, 07:16 AM   #15
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I like it! Great macro pics too.
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Old 14 June 2010, 07:26 AM   #16
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A true classic.
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Old 14 June 2010, 07:29 AM   #17
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Thanks KC, Dean...

Yes Rick. Just like BBQ and/or grilling - I know...there is a difference!
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Old 14 June 2010, 07:34 AM   #18
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Old 14 June 2010, 08:11 AM   #19
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Bill you sure know how to take amazing photo's...

Congrats again buddy!
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Old 14 June 2010, 08:13 AM   #20
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Cool watch and pictures!

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Old 14 June 2010, 08:30 AM   #21
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Superb acquisition. Cool pix, too.
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Old 14 June 2010, 09:22 AM   #22
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Congrats Bill! What a classic! Enjoy it!
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Old 14 June 2010, 10:53 AM   #23
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Happy B-D ..... very nice present for yourself, its a beauty.... Im thinking of a DJ for my next watch also
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Old 14 June 2010, 10:58 AM   #24
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A Classic!
Congrats Bill!!
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Old 14 June 2010, 01:45 PM   #25
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Stunning!
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Old 14 June 2010, 01:49 PM   #26
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Stunning!!!
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Old 14 June 2010, 01:55 PM   #27
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Love the DJ, must be why I still have 3.

In the race towards bigger, bigger, bigger, the 36 mm DJ still holds its ground.

Wear yours in good health.
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Old 14 June 2010, 02:16 PM   #28
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Much thanks to TRFers old / not so old for your nice comments / congrats

I am glad to see we have some newer folks who made it through the recent unpleasantness.

BTW Karis,
My wife is now an unwilling "twin." You will recall I got her the identical Lady DJ configuration this past spring after swaying her away from the Lady Yachtmaster (TT / white dial / black markers - not my thing!)

Had no intention of EVER doing the his / hers thing. That's OK though. As she and my TRF buddy Marcinthemiddle told me, you have other watches, you won't be wearing them at the same time - much.
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Old 14 June 2010, 02:38 PM   #29
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She's a beauty Bill! That would be the one for me if I were looking for a modern datejust.
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Old 14 June 2010, 04:40 PM   #30
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Nice choice...any wrist shots of the new DJ?
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