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Old 12 August 2010, 01:15 PM   #1
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Best looking Rolex to Wear with a Suit?

Hey guys,

Newbie from Chicago here. I'm looking to purchase my first Rolex and was wonding what model looks best with a suit. I'm leaning towards a DateJust with the White Roman numbering as it seems to be a bit of a better look than the Submariner and Explorer II

I also like the look of the Turnograph & Milguass.

Looking for some opinions.

Thanks!
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:16 PM   #2
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The new Submariner c in black
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:17 PM   #3
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With a suit....any datejust.
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:17 PM   #4
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The Official Rolex Website sports only one watch with a suit:

The New Sub-c.

I agree with their choice.
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:18 PM   #5
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Any Sub!

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Old 12 August 2010, 01:32 PM   #6
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any sub!

If it's good for 007, it's good enough for me!
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:34 PM   #7
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The Official Rolex Website sports only one watch with a suit:

The New Sub-c.

I agree with their choice.
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:18 PM   #8
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The DD or DD2 would be the ultimate in my opinion, however if funds prevent getting a new or slightly used DD or DD2 then by all means in my opinion the next choice would be a DJ or DJII.
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:35 PM   #9
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:35 PM   #10
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I really like the red hand on the TOG!


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Old 12 August 2010, 01:40 PM   #11
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shiny, young, presentable, no fluted bezel
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:40 PM   #12
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You'll get as many answers here as there are models of Rolex :) I haven't seen any Rolex that wouldn't go well with a suit except maybe the YM2. I've seen everything from DDs, DJs, Subs, GMTs and even Milgausses worn with suits.
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:41 PM   #13
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I wear a suit 5 days a week to work and I've worn all my watches with my suits.

The Daytona and Milgauss seem to fit best under my cuffs but the SD and Sub can pull off the classy look as well.

You're good to go with may Rolex
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Old 12 August 2010, 01:42 PM   #14
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I wear a suit 5 days a week to work and I've worn all my watches with my suits.

The Daytona and Milgauss seem to fit best under my cuffs but the SD and Sub can pull off the classy look as well.

You're good to go with any Rolex
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:04 PM   #15
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You definitely can't go wrong with the icon, a Submariner.

A DJ goes with just about anything.

If you really want to stand out and be unique, Milgauss GV!!!
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:06 PM   #16
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Fortunately I don't have to wear suits or sport coats very often.... I'll probably go with my SD or SS/PT YM next time. I agree, though, that you can wear any Rolex with a suit.
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:04 PM   #17
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Any DJ would look great with a suite and still looks great in jeans and a T-Shirt!
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:08 PM   #18
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You could always go 007. If it works for Bond...
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I know this won't help,but I think every Rolex goes with a suit and tie as well as sandles,short's and a T......IMHO..!
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:15 PM   #20
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I know this won't help,but I think every Rolex goes with a suite and tie as well as sandles,short's and a T......IMHO..!
With the new Comex T!
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With the new Comex T!
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Old 13 August 2010, 01:10 AM   #22
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With the new Comex T!
Sakuraba, u dont wear a shirt much less a suit
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Old 13 August 2010, 01:15 AM   #23
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:23 PM   #24
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Honestly the DJ II, or a TT YM look really clean, and crisp. If you had to have something that would go with cuff links, and a Montblanc, I would stick with something like that.

If You work in a really nice environment the models with a touch of diamonds work well too.

I couldn't see the TOG being my top choice due to the small diameter, but it looks great.

A SS DJ II with a blue dial, and fluted bezel would wor great with a suit.
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:30 PM   #25
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It depends on what color suit.

Black suit = SS Sub, Brown = DJ, Gray = SS YM, White = EXP II Polar White.....
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:38 PM   #26
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:42 PM   #27
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Old 12 August 2010, 02:43 PM   #28
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There is no single best Rolex to wear with a suit IMHO, there are quite a few as already stated. Even a Daytona works well in a suit and tie.

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Old 12 August 2010, 03:10 PM   #29
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Old 12 August 2010, 04:32 PM   #30
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If you are looking to impress, a 1680/8 (18K Vintage Sub) or a 6265 (18k Vintage Daytona) will do wonders in a suit.

However, I also like a GMT C II or even the new Sub C will be very decent and matches well PCL bracelet in a suit.
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