Looking for a Beater Rolex.....

[Tricolore66]

This is my beater as well, in the sense that there is nothing I’m afraid to wear this watch doing. It doesn’t mean I don’t care about the watch or go out of my way to abuse it, but it’s a tool and not a status symbol for me. I wouldn’t wear my Daytona or DD the same way.

Originally Posted by liuk3

My Exp2 Polar 216570 is my beater watch. Seems like my most tool/sporty version in a Rolex (e.g., brushed fixed stainless steel bezel, no PCLs, less shiny parts, big super legible large face, etc.).

I agree with previous posts though if you are budgeting under $5k, take a look at Tudor. They make some fantastic watches in that price point. I have a Tudor Black Bay Noir 79220N that I bought brand new back in 2016 for something like $2800. I love my Tudor as much as my Rolexes.