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23 August 2013, 11:47 AM
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Datejust: Fluted vs smooth bezel. Opinions?
I am in the market for a datejust and have it narrowed down to the following two. Just curious on yalls thoughts on the fluted vs smooth bezel. Any input/opinions are appreciated
  This will be my first rolex, and am having a hard time deciding between the two. I was also wondering if I would be better off going with a used one for my first rolex? Again, any input is greatly appreciated!!! |
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23 August 2013, 08:29 PM
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Smooth. A classic. And definitely go pre-owned. Just like buying a used Lexus...you know it is a great machine and will last many years if taken care of.
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23 August 2013, 09:06 PM
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The fluted bezel on the datejust is one of the most iconic Rolex features and I love the way it catches light. Timeless styling and impeccable craftsmanship.
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23 August 2013, 09:17 PM
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Fluted of course!
 No need to even think! 
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23 August 2013, 09:19 PM
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My personal preference is the smooth bezel...clean, elegant and looks great. Go pre owned if you can find one in the appropriate condition...just be careful of who you buy from as authenticity can be an issue.
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23 August 2013, 10:03 PM
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Fluted, seems more Rolex to me, just my opinion of course!
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23 August 2013, 10:05 PM
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For that watch model I would go with fluted.
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23 August 2013, 10:13 PM
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Fluted all the way
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23 August 2013, 10:21 PM
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Fluted.......sorry, lol!
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23 August 2013, 10:22 PM
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Fluted is an iconic look - like the way light reflects of the bezel.
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23 August 2013, 10:29 PM
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Smooth, fluted is too blingy IMO.
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23 August 2013, 11:00 PM
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With smooth bezel Oyster bracelet with jubilee either. IMHO.
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23 August 2013, 11:04 PM
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I used to think fluted, exclusively. However, when the 116300's came out, I was smitten by the silver face version...still am.
You really can't go wrong with either. I tend to think the darker dials and those with Roman/Arabic numerals look better with fluted, but I don't base this on any logic, just pure personal preference. |
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23 August 2013, 11:06 PM
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Fluted is the classic look.
As a luxury item buy new. If it is a first Rolex and therefore a potential keeper buy new. If you think you might flip it consider used. If you are not bothered about spending thousands on a luxury item with someone else's name on the papers, with potential unknown damage or misuse, or with perhaps missing accessories buy used. |
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23 August 2013, 11:07 PM
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Fluted with jubilee, smooth ok with oyster. I personally like fluted the best for DJ.
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23 August 2013, 11:18 PM
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I bought smooth but couldn't live with it so I flipped it to fluted and don't regret it's the iconic look!
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23 August 2013, 11:23 PM
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Fluted gets my vote. I'd go with an Exp I if I wanted a smooth bezel.
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23 August 2013, 11:31 PM
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None diamond bezel
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23 August 2013, 11:39 PM
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I like both, but prefer Fluted
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23 August 2013, 11:43 PM
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Fluted......
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24 August 2013, 12:18 AM
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How about a combination of smooth and fluted in 1 bezel ?
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24 August 2013, 12:20 AM
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I'm a smooth bezel fan. It can't be over polished over time like a fluted.
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24 August 2013, 12:21 AM
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fluted
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24 August 2013, 12:22 AM
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Flutted...the smooth looks so plain
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24 August 2013, 12:22 AM
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fluted
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24 August 2013, 12:24 AM
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fluted
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24 August 2013, 12:54 AM
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24 August 2013, 12:56 AM
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Fluted.
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24 August 2013, 12:57 AM
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Fluted or diamond for me.
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24 August 2013, 12:57 AM
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Quote:
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