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Old 27 July 2014, 01:31 PM   #1
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Stopped by my AD for first Rolex.... dilema

I stopped by an AD in Scottsdale today and spent some time chatting and trying on some watches. I'm looking for my first Rolex. I currently have a Hamilton, Oris, and Tissot, so I'm looking to upgrade. The Rolex will probably see the most wrist time, but I'll still wear the others.

Prior to trying on, I was leaning towards the DJ II. But then I tried on the GMT and now I'm not so sure. One fine looking watch. I'm looking for some opinions from the fine folks on this forum. For the record, I'm a software engineer that dresses in Polo shirts in the summer, and long sleeve dress shirts in the winter. Rarely am I in a tie.

Thanks for any quips and qualms.

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Old 27 July 2014, 01:50 PM   #2
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Really like the blue dial DJII...of course how could you go wrong with that delicious GMT either...
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Old 27 July 2014, 01:51 PM   #3
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GMT all the way!
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Old 27 July 2014, 01:58 PM   #4
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:00 PM   #5
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Of those three the GMT
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:00 PM   #6
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I'd probably go for the gmt I think it looks better on your wrist.
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:01 PM   #7
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Gmt for me did you try blnr ?
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:01 PM   #8
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All great watches. Since you asked, I would rank them in terms of my choices as:
1- GMT
2- Blue dial Datejust
3- Silver dial datejust

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Old 27 July 2014, 02:02 PM   #9
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Of the watches shown in the pics...

I like the GMT.

But, since your like the black bezel I would consider the SDc. With the GMT I would definitely lean towards the black and blue version...stunning.

Definitely stay with a sports watch since your so casually dressed at work... Your watch becomes significantly more versatile since it can go anywhere.
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:03 PM   #10
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Did they have a black/blue ceramic bezel GMT?
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:07 PM   #11
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I really like that DJ II with the blue dial.
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:15 PM   #12
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For the record, I'm a software engineer that dresses in Polo shirts in the summer, and long sleeve dress shirts in the winter. Rarely am I in a tie.

Thanks for any quips and qualms.

Mark
If it is your first rolex and assuming you are still young, I say go for the GMT. It reflects a more sporty personality, the GMT function may be useful in your work, and it's a great piece that goes well with most clothing.
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:17 PM   #13
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:18 PM   #14
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If this is your first Rolex get the GMT and I would look at the BLNR. The DJII with the blue dial looks great too. I would opt for the sport watch as my first rolex though and would urge you to do the same
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:23 PM   #15
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All look great, GMT brings few more features with rotating bezel and additional hour hand
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:28 PM   #16
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:28 PM   #17
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:40 PM   #18
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Of those 3, definitely the gmt...

If not, get a Submariner...most probably your Hamilton , Oris and Tissot are dress like watches , so a diver doesn't hurt...and since you are always in Polo and long sleeves shirt, the Sub will fit in nicely on all occasion.
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Old 27 July 2014, 02:49 PM   #19
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GMT-C hands down....
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Old 27 July 2014, 03:13 PM   #20
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GMT or blue faced DJ for mine and in that order.
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Old 27 July 2014, 03:16 PM   #21
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I've been buying everything blue dial this year, including today's.. So its gonna be a biased one

But I vote the blue sticks also

Its darker than that pic but its beautiful in light and stunning in dark as its a very dark sexy blue
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Old 27 July 2014, 03:29 PM   #22
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If you have need for different time zones get the GMTII.
But I really like the blue stick DJII.
Get the one that smiles at you the most.
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Old 27 July 2014, 03:32 PM   #23
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Hmmm, did anyone suggested GMT to you before? LOL

Of course get the one that speaks personally to you the most!!!! That DJ blue dial looks amazing as well! I would go with GMT
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Old 27 July 2014, 03:46 PM   #24
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I say GMT however the DJII with blue dial is great as well
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Old 27 July 2014, 03:51 PM   #25
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Old 27 July 2014, 03:51 PM   #26
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Old 27 July 2014, 04:03 PM   #27
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Smooth bezel = scratch magnet

Go for the GMT......
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Old 27 July 2014, 04:18 PM   #28
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All great watches. Since you asked, I would rank them in terms of my choices as:
1- GMT
2- Blue dial Datejust
3- Silver dial datejust

Good luck..,
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Old 27 July 2014, 04:41 PM   #29
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Regardless of profession or dress sense, I think any Rolex (definitely the one's you mention anyway), is versatile enough to suit any occasion.

Take your time. Try them all on and then try them again.

I personally prefer the sports models (given my athletic nature?! ) so of those under consideration I would go for the GMT.

Good luck with your decision. Enjoy the chase and let us know which way you go.
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Old 27 July 2014, 05:10 PM   #30
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Love the gmt on u


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