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Old 27 June 2010, 12:50 AM   #1
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DJ Sodalite Serti or Submariner?

Hi all, new the the forums from Kentucky but a long time Rolex lover. I've only had a few and for fleeting times in my life. Traded one in for the (ex) wife a new car, sold one to make end's meet, etc but finally back on my feet and able to reach my lifetime goal of being a Rolex owner. I've had a MOP TT Datejust with gold roman numerals and the oyster band (that one was gorgeous), an older DJ TT with jubilee and the blue vignette dial (my first Rolex), had the wife a white TT DJ with the gold roman numerals and a white porcelain dial, and just recently traded off an older BMW for a TT Daytona, which left me where I am now. For the record, I loved the Daytona but it was too much watch for me. I appreciated the weight behind this model though!

I have the choice between a 2003 blue face TT Submariner or a 2004 SS DJ jubliee band with the sodalite serti dial. Both are in 9/10 shape, have all paperwork, and come from a reputable dealer. You all are the experts, which one is a better investment? Which is more collectable? Which is more desirable? The price is the same on both watches. I am wearing the sodalite now but it just feels light and doesn't have the heft of the past TT's I've owned. I've read how popular the blue face Sub is so I am leaning towards sending the Sodalite back and grabbing the Sub. This may be a no brainer to a Rolex fan, so please educate me!

Thanks in advance for any thoughts!
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Old 27 June 2010, 12:54 AM   #2
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Go with the Sodalite. Its good looking and you it will be more unique.

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Old 27 June 2010, 01:00 AM   #3
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I guess the big question is which watch is valued higher? I've searched a few old threads and it looks like the sodalite is a few grand less than the Sub. I want to end up with the watch with the highest value.

On Ebay the prices seem within a few hundred of each other but those are all dealer prices, and we know how inflated those can be!
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Old 27 June 2010, 02:03 AM   #4
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29 views and only one comment? Would appreciate the input from fellow Rolex lovers!
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Old 27 June 2010, 02:46 AM   #5
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I had the sodalite DJ, I loved it. I had to change to the oyster bracelet the jubilee always felt a bit tin like. In the end I flipped it, just couldn't llive with the fluted bezel in white gold, the tone didn't match the rest of the watch.
Anyway to get back to your question, Id take the sub, far more versitile. Best of luck.
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Old 27 June 2010, 03:41 AM   #6
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Good points thanks!
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Old 27 June 2010, 03:45 AM   #7
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Post pix of both watches if you can.
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Old 27 June 2010, 04:01 AM   #8
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Post pix of both watches if you can.
no pic of the sub but I will try and get a few of the DJ and post up in a few.
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Old 27 June 2010, 03:52 AM   #9
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Welcome to TRF from down in Glasgow, KY.

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Old 27 June 2010, 04:02 AM   #10
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Hola Eddie...good friend of mine is a teacher at Caverna and from Horse Cave (Chris Crain, approx. 35 yrs old)
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Old 27 June 2010, 04:32 AM   #11
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A few cruddy videocam shots of the DJ







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Old 27 June 2010, 08:22 AM   #12
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Forget "investment value" and go for the one you REALLY like! IMO, the sodalite dial DJ is one sweet unique watch. And, for me, unique is important!
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Old 27 June 2010, 10:31 AM   #13
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Forget "investment value" and go for the one you REALLY like! IMO, the sodalite dial DJ is one sweet unique watch. And, for me, unique is important!
Sigh the blue face sub is one I've always wanted to have so I am leaning heavily towards it. The DJ feels too light, I like the heavy duty feel of the thicker watches.
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Old 27 June 2010, 11:07 AM   #14
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go for the one you REALLY like!
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Buy the sub!
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Old 27 June 2010, 01:36 PM   #16
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I'd got for the blue sub..
Even though it is TT, I feel it is more versatile (to me, diamonds don't really go with casual clothing!)
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Old 27 June 2010, 04:23 PM   #17
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I'm lucky enough to have a reseller that is letting me try the sodalite but will swap even for the TT blue face sub if the DJ doesn't win me over. I am a diamond fan but I agree that they don't go with casual attire, which is what I wear 99% of the time. Gotta love that big blue and yellow Sub for making a statement.

I did like the Daytona but in my job it's just too much watch for a daily wear. I actually swapped it for this choice and cash back, which made my bank account a much happier place.
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Old 29 June 2010, 06:46 AM   #18
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Well I sent the Sodalite back today for the Sub. Thanks for everyone's input!
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Old 29 June 2010, 07:04 AM   #19
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Good choice, post some pics of the sub when you get it!
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Good choice imo
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Old 29 June 2010, 07:31 AM   #21
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Can't go wrong with the Blue TT Sub. DJ is very nice too.
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Old 29 June 2010, 07:44 AM   #22
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Old 29 June 2010, 12:12 PM   #23
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Old 30 June 2010, 01:33 AM   #24
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I'll post a few pics even though I am the worst at shooting close ups such as is needed. Thanks again everyone..can't wait to get it tomorrow!
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You can never go wrong with a Sub !! But go with what your heart tells you
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Old 30 June 2010, 01:43 AM   #26
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Old 30 June 2010, 02:00 AM   #27
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You said it yourself, the DJ does not have the heft of the Sub.

Plus I am NOT a fan of jewels on dials, not-not-not.
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