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newbieincali · 13 March 2013, 10:47 AM

So I have been saving up for quite a while for a Rolex andbetween that time I got engaged, fortunately married, then moved across the country with a new job from (NC to Cali), so the savings have been slower than expected.

I keep thinking that 4 years ago I was offered a heck of a discount at Jared and held off because I wanted to pay cash even though they offered zero interest

about a month later Jared lost their AD status......

Anyways I'm free and clear financially and on Friday I will finally hit my budget goals where I can easily pay cash for my first self-funded Rolex and not worry about a thing. I was even tempted to do a down payment last month but I told myself whats one more month... Well its felt like a very very long month.

My wife just got me a watch box with my initials engraved on the glass on top and there is a spot missing for my future incoming watch. I keep going back and forth on what to get because this one will be with me forever. I have my heart set on the blue stick dial DJII but for some reason i keep looking at the roman numeral DJII.

What a tough decision!

Sorry just had to vent cause Friday seems like an eternity

ecsub44 · 13 March 2013, 11:10 AM

Watcha gettin?

porschejeff · 13 March 2013, 11:18 AM

I prefer the Roman, personal choice. Get what you like.

Gaijin · 13 March 2013, 11:19 AM

Roman Numerals is what I would get...

newbieincali · 13 March 2013, 11:19 AM

Its between the smooth bezeled blue stick dial DJII but for some reason i keep looking at the roman numeral DJII. Im afraid that the stick dials are so large that the patina it may develop may not look as nice as in other watches like you see in a sub. I think the small round yellowish looks nice in older subs.

Trouble15 · 13 March 2013, 11:22 AM

I'm partial to roman numerals.

kcmo · 13 March 2013, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trouble15

i'm partial to roman numerals.

x2

jeffjcc · 13 March 2013, 11:43 AM

I like Roman. Sticks are boring.

threemonkeys · 13 March 2013, 11:43 AM

I love the Roman dial. The stick makes the watch sportier - which isn't a bad thing.

Hairdude1 · 13 March 2013, 12:30 PM

Romans are sweet

bimmerboy · 13 March 2013, 12:44 PM

I vote Roman. Classy

mruhland31 · 13 March 2013, 12:54 PM

Roman all the way...

Jsan20 · 13 March 2013, 02:24 PM

Jared. Crazy they couldn't sell. Are you from mi? I have a great ad. I would to the dj2 rhodium roman.

Bangel · 13 March 2013, 05:53 PM

Looking at the posts above I can see I'm going against the tide, but I actually quite like the sticks on the blue dialled DJII.

That said, carry on Roman lovers....

CoachRolexRyan · 13 March 2013, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bangel

Looking at the posts above I can see I'm going against the tide, but I actually quite like the sticks on the blue dialled DJII.

That said, carry on Roman lovers....

X2

CJ01 · 13 March 2013, 06:18 PM

Go for the Romans. Classy!

boywondergq1 · 13 March 2013, 06:24 PM

There is a whole thread on DJII's in here recently, I was recently faced with a similar decision and I went with black stick. The blue looks stunning too:

Deego · 13 March 2013, 06:31 PM

I prefer roman

77T · 13 March 2013, 07:09 PM

Congrats on reaching that goal in spite of the higher cost of living you're having to cover after the move from NC.

This will be a big decision for your first Rolex, it being a lifetime keeper. You want to ask yourself where you will wear it the most (business & formal settings or casual/sport). And get some input from that supportive spouse of yours!

BTW, on the sticks becoming unattractive over time due to aging lume creating patina - the luminova doesn't do this. And if it did discolor, this can easily be handled by RSC since the luminova compound can be refreshed. The tritium dials that you are probably seeing as "patina-rich" are not able to be refreshed since tritium is no longer used.

travisb · 13 March 2013, 07:57 PM

Both blues look great.
I initially was drawn to the sticks, but lately it's the romans.

cop414 · 13 March 2013, 09:04 PM

Congratulations on the budget and upcoming purchase. And since you asked I as do many prefer the roman numeral version but you are the one wearing it so get what sings to you!

gpfps · 13 March 2013, 09:19 PM

Sticks give the watch dial a simple classic look uncluttered . Romans belong on clock walls.

WyoWatch · 14 March 2013, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gpfps

Romans belong on clock walls.

This. Personally you couldn't pay me to own a watch with roman numerals. I would go for the stick dial, smooth bezel. But in the end, it's your taste, your money and your watch so go with what speaks to you.

watchf · 13 March 2013, 09:59 PM

One more vote for roman numeral.

kilyung · 14 March 2013, 12:24 AM

I think you need some Gold Bond first.

mjclark32 · 14 March 2013, 12:59 AM

go try them both on and go with your guy, congrats on all your milestones

beebox · 14 March 2013, 01:11 AM

Roman, they just look better !

mrbill2mrbill2 · 14 March 2013, 04:41 AM

I vote roman numerals. But, it's your watch.

Armyguy03 · 14 March 2013, 06:16 AM

After seeing Romans in person, I fell in love.

datejusting · 14 March 2013, 10:42 AM

I prefer romans but you can't go wrong with either one.

13 March 2013, 10:47 AM	#1
newbieincali Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 411	going nuts with itchiness... So I have been saving up for quite a while for a Rolex andbetween that time I got engaged, fortunately married, then moved across the country with a new job from (NC to Cali), so the savings have been slower than expected. I keep thinking that 4 years ago I was offered a heck of a discount at Jared and held off because I wanted to pay cash even though they offered zero interest about a month later Jared lost their AD status...... Anyways I'm free and clear financially and on Friday I will finally hit my budget goals where I can easily pay cash for my first self-funded Rolex and not worry about a thing. I was even tempted to do a down payment last month but I told myself whats one more month... Well its felt like a very very long month. My wife just got me a watch box with my initials engraved on the glass on top and there is a spot missing for my future incoming watch. I keep going back and forth on what to get because this one will be with me forever. I have my heart set on the blue stick dial DJII but for some reason i keep looking at the roman numeral DJII. What a tough decision! Sorry just had to vent cause Friday seems like an eternity

13 March 2013, 11:10 AM	#2
ecsub44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Watch: Sub Posts: 3,175	Watcha gettin? __________________ *侘寂 -- wabi-sabi --* acceptance of transience and imperfection by finding beauty in that which is imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete Commissioner of WEIRD POLICE , Badge # ecsub44

13 March 2013, 06:24 PM	#17
boywondergq1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 792	There is a whole thread on DJII's in here recently, I was recently faced with a similar decision and I went with black stick. The blue looks stunning too: __________________ "Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes." - Oscar Wilde

13 March 2013, 07:09 PM	#19
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	Congrats on reaching that goal in spite of the higher cost of living you're having to cover after the move from NC. This will be a big decision for your first Rolex, it being a lifetime keeper. You want to ask yourself where you will wear it the most (business & formal settings or casual/sport). And get some input from that supportive spouse of yours! BTW, on the sticks becoming unattractive over time due to aging lume creating patina - the luminova doesn't do this. And if it did discolor, this can easily be handled by RSC since the luminova compound can be refreshed. The tritium dials that you are probably seeing as "patina-rich" are not able to be refreshed since tritium is no longer used. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is? Last edited by 77T; 13 March 2013 at 07:15 PM.. Reason: added text

13 March 2013, 09:04 PM	#21
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,261	Congratulations on the budget and upcoming purchase. And since you asked I as do many prefer the roman numeral version but you are the one wearing it so get what sings to you! __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

13 March 2013, 11:18 AM	#3
porschejeff "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Jeff Location: Michigan Watch: DD 228238 Posts: 2,460	I prefer the Roman, personal choice. Get what you like.

13 March 2013, 11:19 AM	#4
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Roman Numerals is what I would get...

13 March 2013, 11:22 AM	#6
Trouble15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: USA Watch: A few Posts: 8,884	I'm partial to roman numerals.

13 March 2013, 11:43 AM	#8
jeffjcc "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin TX Posts: 80	I like Roman. Sticks are boring.

13 March 2013, 11:43 AM	#9
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	I love the Roman dial. The stick makes the watch sportier - which isn't a bad thing.

13 March 2013, 12:30 PM	#10
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Romans are sweet

13 March 2013, 12:44 PM	#11
bimmerboy Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: toronto Watch: TTsub/ss sea-dwell Posts: 243	I vote Roman. Classy

13 March 2013, 12:54 PM	#12
mruhland31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Santa Clarita CA Posts: 1,028	Roman all the way...

13 March 2013, 02:24 PM	#13
Jsan20 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: James Location: Michigan Watch: 116613LB Posts: 861	Jared. Crazy they couldn't sell. Are you from mi? I have a great ad. I would to the dj2 rhodium roman.

13 March 2013, 05:53 PM	#14
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	Looking at the posts above I can see I'm going against the tide, but I actually quite like the sticks on the blue dialled DJII. That said, carry on Roman lovers....

13 March 2013, 06:18 PM	#16
CJ01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Craig Location: Dorset UK Posts: 383	Go for the Romans. Classy!

13 March 2013, 06:31 PM	#18
Deego "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Nader Location: Egypt Watch: DSSD , DJII , YMII Posts: 430	I prefer roman

13 March 2013, 07:57 PM	#20
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,500	Both blues look great. I initially was drawn to the sticks, but lately it's the romans.

13 March 2013, 09:19 PM	#22
gpfps Banned Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: George Location: Detroit Michigan Watch: 18078 Posts: 1,142	Sticks give the watch dial a simple classic look uncluttered . Romans belong on clock walls.

13 March 2013, 09:59 PM	#24
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	One more vote for roman numeral.

14 March 2013, 12:24 AM	#25
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	I think you need some Gold Bond first.

14 March 2013, 12:59 AM	#26
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	go try them both on and go with your guy, congrats on all your milestones __________________

14 March 2013, 01:11 AM	#27
beebox "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: singapore Posts: 108	Roman, they just look better !

14 March 2013, 04:41 AM	#28
mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	I vote roman numerals. But, it's your watch. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of the Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons - ID # 13

14 March 2013, 06:16 AM	#29
Armyguy03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: DM[V] Watch: 16710 \| 16600 Posts: 3,546	After seeing Romans in person, I fell in love. __________________ Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

14 March 2013, 10:42 AM	#30
datejusting "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Al Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,153	I prefer romans but you can't go wrong with either one.

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