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Old 31 July 2008, 06:32 AM   #1
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Icon5 Ladies Rolex... Which One?

I have been thinking about a ladies Rolex for my wife. She likes watches and always complains when she forgets to where her watch when out (I would never forget my watch....:) I have not seen may posts from women whom own Rolexes here...:( I would like to know which Rolex would make sense. Not a fancy Rolex either (no dimonds thank you). Say a SS Sub. Does that exsist? Something sporty I guess....yeah that's it.... sporty. Ideas??
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Old 31 July 2008, 06:37 AM   #2
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Mingo, is your wife the type who likes to wear larger watches?

I'm a woman who has pretty much worn 'men's' models for 10 years. I currently own two 36mm DJs and a Sub Date (see my avatar). Wouldn't wear a 'ladies' watch if you gave it to me.....but that's just my preference. For reference, my wrist is just under 6.5".

A 'ladies' size Sub doesn't exist. The only professional model offered in a ladies size and midsize is the yachtmaster.

I'd recommend taking her to an AD so that she can try on a bunch!

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Old 31 July 2008, 07:01 AM   #3
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.... The only professional model offered in a ladies size and midsize is the yachtmaster.

I'd recommend taking her to an AD so that she can try on a bunch!
I would buy the ladies Yachtmaster

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Old 31 July 2008, 07:06 AM   #4
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I like the Explorer. 36mm perfect for ladies.
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Old 31 July 2008, 07:08 AM   #5
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mid-size YM

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Old 31 July 2008, 07:14 AM   #6
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All depends on her wrist and hand size. If you think that the 26 mm DJ's look too small then you have the option of the 31mm mid size. Not keen on large gents watches on ladies writs. Sorry, old fashioned in that way!

IMO I would stick with the classic look, blue face gold indicies on a TT DJ.

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Old 31 July 2008, 07:23 AM   #7
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x2 great look, styish, sporty, excellent calibre!
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Old 31 July 2008, 07:46 AM   #8
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Old 31 July 2008, 07:58 AM   #9
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As I have learned about gifts for the wife, don't guess.
Make it a special day, lunch somewhere she loves and then drive to a pre-selected AD that allows her to pick the one she wants.
Don't try to guess.....the moment will be what matters.
She'll love that you planned something and made "it" matter!!!
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Old 31 July 2008, 08:10 AM   #10
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I took my wife to an AD She tried this on......................................


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Old 31 July 2008, 08:29 AM   #11
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My lady loves her mid size watches. I would say the mid YM blue dial is her favorite,but the Platy would run a close second.
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Old 31 July 2008, 08:33 AM   #12
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My wife wears an Explorer I and loves it.
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Old 31 July 2008, 04:00 PM   #13
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My wife likes the Date Just with diamond MOP dial
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Old 31 July 2008, 04:37 PM   #14
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I have been thinking about a ladies Rolex for my wife. She likes watches and always complains when she forgets to where her watch when out (I would never forget my watch....:) I have not seen may posts from women whom own Rolexes here...:( I would like to know which Rolex would make sense. Not a fancy Rolex either (no dimonds thank you). Say a SS Sub. Does that exsist? Something sporty I guess....yeah that's it.... sporty. Ideas??
I am not a fan of Rolex's selection for women - have you considered other (more attractive IMO) brands? If it must be a Rolex, I'd say an Exp I, 40MM YM, or SS Daytona.
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Old 31 July 2008, 04:42 PM   #15
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EXACTLY!!
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Old 31 July 2008, 05:53 PM   #16
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Let her pick.
But I could suggest this 29 mm beauty.....the exact same one my wife has!!

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Old 31 July 2008, 11:39 PM   #17
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Id let her choose what suits her!!
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Old 11 August 2008, 03:39 PM   #18
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I was never a fan of any of the Oyster/DJ, and Rolex doesn't make a women's Sub. I have the ladies' size SS/platinum Yachtmaster and love it. I know some women like the mid-size, but the ladies' size is definitely large enough. It is very versatile. I wear it swimming, with casual clothes, with business suits, and with formal gowns.
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Old 11 August 2008, 06:54 PM   #19
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Try the midsize YM platinum
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Old 11 August 2008, 06:57 PM   #20
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My girlfriend prefers larger watches on her wrist and infact 90% of my SS white Daytona has seen her wrist. But she really likes the TT GMT IIc or the All Gold 18ct GMT IIc (this is a bit steep).

But for ladies who like larger watches the TT GMT IIc is awesome in my opinion!
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Old 11 August 2008, 10:32 PM   #21
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My First and only Rolex, Midsize DJ black diamond dial, I know you said no diamonds, but this particular watch is sporty and elegant at the same time, and goes with anything. I must say that I also love the Midsize Platinum Yacht-Master, if I could, I would go out and buy that one too, just exudes class, sophistication, nobility and an understated elegance. I think the most important thing is that your wife gets the watch that she wants. I tried on many before I settled on the one I bought, at first I thought I'd get a MOP dial, but when I tried it on, it didn't look so go on me, I never thought I would get a black dial with diamonds, but it looked great on my wrist ( knew I wanted a DJ with Jubilee band tough).
Take your wife to an AD and let her try on as many as she wants, it'll be fun for you too!
Good luck, and all the best!
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Old 11 August 2008, 11:58 PM   #22
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Very nice, Leigh. And a style that can take you from jeans to a fancy dinner.

Here's my workhorse - I'm strictly a jeans and t shirts gal and I'm hard on my watches. This is the 34mm Date. I wear out this picture but some of the newer folks probably haven't seen it.



But I agree - take your wife to your jeweler and try on lots of watches. She'll know what she likes!
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Old 12 August 2008, 12:15 AM   #23
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I like the Explorer. 36mm perfect for ladies.
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Old 12 August 2008, 12:28 AM   #24
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I like the Explorer. 36mm perfect for ladies.
Perfect!!!
Or...YM midsize for blingy one!!!
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