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AngelaH · 23 March 2009, 11:22 AM

I've been looking at stainless DJs and I've got some questions about bezels:

Does the fluted bezel only come in WG? Why is that? it seems like with the other bezels, the material is the same as the rest of the watch--is that true?

Also, is domed bezel the same as smooth? I'm thinking probably not. Are smooth bezels still available on new DJs? Here's an example of a watch that I came across with a smooth bezel:

http://www.bernardwatch.com/Rolex/Da...d-Size/RLX3940

kcmo · 23 March 2009, 11:27 AM

On the newer SS DJs, there are 2 options for bezels - fluted and smooth. The fluted is WG and the smooth is SS. And yes, smooth is the same as domed.

Older DJ models offer a third option called 'engine-turned'....looks a bit similar to fluted but SS.

MrRetep · 23 March 2009, 11:29 AM

Fluted Bezels ONLY come in precious metals ie:WG,YG. Im not sure why Rolex does that

With any other bezel it is indeed the same metal as the rest of the watch (I think)

and I believe smooth and domed are the same.

AngelaH · 23 March 2009, 11:33 AM

Thanks for the answers!
Is there any advantage to having the fluted WG bezel? like is it more durable or anything? or is it just a matter of personal preference?

kcmo · 23 March 2009, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by AngelaH

Thanks for the answers!
Is there any advantage to having the fluted WG bezel? like is it more durable or anything? or is it just a matter of personal preference?

It's more preference than anything else. For me, I chose the fluted bezel on my DJ because it goes so nicely with the jubilee bracelet....classic! Some prefer the smooth bezel with oyster.

txbikerdude · 23 March 2009, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by kcmo

On the newer SS DJs, there are 2 options for bezels - fluted and smooth. The fluted is WG and the smooth is SS. And yes, smooth is the same as domed.

Older DJ models offer a third option called 'engine-turned'....looks a bit similar to fluted but SS.

you so smart...

MrRetep · 23 March 2009, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by AngelaH

Thanks for the answers!
Is there any advantage to having the fluted WG bezel? like is it more durable or anything? or is it just a matter of personal preference?

It looks freaking awesome when it catches the light

But when speaking of durability, the stainless steel would be better as it is harder than gold. But i wouldnt let that stop me from getting fluted. So basically yes it is a matter of personal preference

kcmo · 23 March 2009, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by txbikerdude

you so smart...

Glad someone thinks so!

txbikerdude · 23 March 2009, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by kcmo

Glad someone thinks so!

I am known to be wrong sometimes though... hehe

kcmo · 23 March 2009, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by txbikerdude

I am known to be wrong sometimes though... hehe

Geez, there goes my chance!

ijen0311 · 23 March 2009, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by AngelaH

Thanks for the answers!
Is there any advantage to having the fluted WG bezel? like is it more durable or anything? or is it just a matter of personal preference?

After seeing it in person, it's much blingier. In a good way.

txbikerdude · 23 March 2009, 11:44 AM

oh yes i agree, i like the fluted bezel better, but the smooth looks good on the milgauss

and fluted...

MrRetep · 23 March 2009, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by txbikerdude

oh yes i agree, i like the fluted bezel better, but the smooth looks good on the milgauss

Image

and fluted...
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Great Examples

LOVE that DD

AngelaH · 23 March 2009, 11:53 AM

that day-date is gorgeous! I can see what you mean about it being bling-ier

23 March 2009, 11:22 AM	#1
AngelaH Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 85	Teach me about bezels please! I've been looking at stainless DJs and I've got some questions about bezels: Does the fluted bezel only come in WG? Why is that? it seems like with the other bezels, the material is the same as the rest of the watch--is that true? Also, is domed bezel the same as smooth? I'm thinking probably not. Are smooth bezels still available on new DJs? Here's an example of a watch that I came across with a smooth bezel: http://www.bernardwatch.com/Rolex/Da...d-Size/RLX3940

23 March 2009, 11:27 AM	#2
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	On the newer SS DJs, there are 2 options for bezels - fluted and smooth. The fluted is WG and the smooth is SS. And yes, smooth is the same as domed. Older DJ models offer a third option called 'engine-turned'....looks a bit similar to fluted but SS.

23 March 2009, 11:29 AM	#3
MrRetep "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Pete Location: Orange County, CA Watch: the Lakers Posts: 686	Fluted Bezels ONLY come in precious metals ie:WG,YG. Im not sure why Rolex does that With any other bezel it is indeed the same metal as the rest of the watch (I think) and I believe smooth and domed are the same.

23 March 2009, 11:33 AM	#4
AngelaH Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 85	Thanks for the answers! Is there any advantage to having the fluted WG bezel? like is it more durable or anything? or is it just a matter of personal preference?

23 March 2009, 11:44 AM	#12
txbikerdude Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: texas Posts: 622	oh yes i agree, i like the fluted bezel better, but the smooth looks good on the milgauss and fluted...

23 March 2009, 11:53 AM	#14
AngelaH Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 85	that day-date is gorgeous! I can see what you mean about it being bling-ier

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