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Old 20 February 2015, 04:46 AM   #1
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Icon20 Which Rolex for a 40 year old brother in law who is a lawyer?
Want to gift a Rolex to my brother in law who turns 40 early next month and it also happens to be his 10th wedding anniversary too a day after his birthday. He is a lawyer by profession. Would prefer giving a SS model as he is not the dress watch types. Any suggestions?
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Old 20 February 2015, 04:48 AM   #2
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Is it for wearing with suits or sports clothes? That would make a difference IMO. My first choice would be a Sub if it is a sports watch.
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Old 20 February 2015, 04:50 AM   #3
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Is it for wearing with suits or sports clothes? That would make a difference IMO. My first choice would be a Sub if it is a sports watch.
Should basically be an all-rounder i.e for all occasions :)
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Old 20 February 2015, 05:12 AM   #4
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Should basically be an all-rounder i.e for all occasions :)
A DJ or Sub are really timeless, safe choices. Although I believe it really depends on what type of person he is outside of the office. Is he active, sporty, casual or is he more of a dressier, professional individual?

Another great option in between the DJ and Sub would be a smooth bezel DJ2, stick dial on oyster bracelet. Very clean and versatile IMO.

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PS - I have a hard time wrapping my head around buying a Rolex for a sibling... let alone an inlaw (lol) but good for you! And him!! Geez
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Old 20 February 2015, 05:23 AM   #5
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A DJ or Sub are really timeless, safe choices. Although I believe it really depends on what type of person he is outside of the office. Is he active, sporty, casual or is he more of a dressier, professional individual?

Another great option in between the DJ and Sub would be a smooth bezel DJ2, stick dial on oyster bracelet. Very clean and versatile IMO.

Good luck

PS - I have a hard time wrapping my head around buying a Rolex for a sibling... let alone an inlaw (lol) but good for you! And him!! Geez
He is more of the studious types who does a of reading and is more of an introvert. Not the overtly dressy types. Being a lawyer he will surely do his research on the gift that will be eventually given to him. :)
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Old 20 February 2015, 05:35 AM   #6
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He is more of the studious types who does a of reading and is more of an introvert. Not the overtly dressy types. Being a lawyer he will surely do his research on the gift that will be eventually given to him. :)
With that being said, I'd probably day DJ or DJ2. Sounds like it would fit his personality more IMO and a great choice.
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Old 20 February 2015, 05:30 AM   #7
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Should basically be an all-rounder i.e for all occasions :)
I think an Explorer (214270) is an excellent all-rounder that can be dressed up or down very comfortably... Nice size, not too small or big, and a low profile easy wearing watch.
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Old 20 February 2015, 04:52 AM   #8
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Ceramic GMT basic SS with a little flash and extra time zone feature

bezel all black or black/blue
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Old 20 February 2015, 02:01 PM   #9
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Ceramic GMT basic SS with a little flash and extra time zone feature

bezel all black or black/blue
That would be my choice.
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Old 20 February 2015, 04:53 AM   #10
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I'm a lawyer. How big a guy?

A date just if he is smallish and sub if a big guy.


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Old 20 February 2015, 04:56 AM   #11
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I'm a lawyer. How big a guy?

A date just if he is smallish and sub if a big guy.


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182 cms (6 ft) and around 82 kgs to be somewhat precise :)
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Old 20 February 2015, 04:55 AM   #12
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It's so personal. Why not let him pick?
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Old 20 February 2015, 04:57 AM   #13
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It's so personal. Why not let him pick?
Surprise gift!
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Yep! He will only get the watch but the warranty card stays with me...
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Old 20 February 2015, 05:00 AM   #18
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GMT is a great all around piece. I prefer the black vs the blue black.
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Old 20 February 2015, 05:02 AM   #19
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How about a DJ II ?
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Old 20 February 2015, 06:41 AM   #20
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How about a DJ II ?
x2, classic, understated and killer with a suit. Don't listen to these guys, wearing a sub with cuffs is NOT the best way to go...
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Old 20 February 2015, 05:03 AM   #23
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You really can't go wrong with a Sub, GMT, Explorer II or DJ II they will fit all occasions.
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Old 20 February 2015, 05:07 AM   #25
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Sub would be an amazing all-around watch.
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If he works on a midsize or larger firm new Sub dates are probably a dime a dozen.

Birth year Sub, DJ II in interesting dial/metal combo or Blue-Black GMT would allow for a more cherished selection.
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I'm an attorney (not yet 40) and I wear a DJII fluted bezel. Love it! Works great with a suit but I wear it with anything, including shorts and a t-shirt.
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I'm an attorney (not yet 40) and I wear a DJII fluted bezel. Love it! Works great with a suit but I wear it with anything, including shorts and a t-shirt.
agree with this. DJII is the new classic
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I'm a lawyer and close to 40. I alternate between a DJ and. Sub date. Either would be a great choice and awesome gift.


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