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19 May 2011, 01:09 AM | #31 |
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I would also shy away from the diamonds, but it isn't a huge deal. I do believe that buying your watch in "stock" condition is a better idea. You can add a diamond bezel, later, if you still want one. The bezels are available at low cost or very high cost.
If you're looking for a stainless DJ with a white gold bezel, you might be surprised at how sparkly/dressy it already looks. |
19 May 2011, 01:15 AM | #32 |
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that's a real beauty. I agree with you, leave the diamonds out (especially if you're under 65 yo). I also started with a DJ - very versatile - and then added up some sport models. But if I were young nowadays I probably would start with a sub and add a DJ later.
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19 May 2011, 01:19 AM | #33 |
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TT DJ white face is a on my list for future pick ups. Can't go wrong with this classic.
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19 May 2011, 01:37 AM | #34 |
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Go for it! The DJ is such a classic and versatile piece! You can always get a professional model later on for diversity sake.
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19 May 2011, 01:54 AM | #35 |
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DJ is my first and only now. Saving for a subbie... You cant go wrong. I dont favor the diamonds too...maybe gold for bling..
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19 May 2011, 02:33 AM | #36 | |
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While your choice of that particular DJ is truly excellent, you must bear in mind that diamonds do not hold any kind of resale value.................so don't buy it if you're thinking of selling it in the future. It's NOT a good investment. Your best bet as an onward investment would be the older SS Sub-date 16610 which still seems to be in demand. Trusted TRF sellers here still seem to be advertising them, so perhaps that would be the best way to go. This is one model you can use for years and then still hope to get a fair return on your initial investment if you wish to ever sell it. Good luck - JJ
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19 May 2011, 02:42 AM | #37 |
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19 May 2011, 03:22 AM | #38 |
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I can't agree that the DJ is top dog. Maybe it's a bestseller because they do ladies versions aswell. Maybe it is more popular in other regions. i.e asia
I work in London and since I been looking at watches in the last year, have spotted at least 50 subs, and only 1 DJ. That's no exaggeration. So I say if you wanna stand out from the crowd, get a DJ! |
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19 May 2011, 04:01 AM | #40 |
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which one do u wear mostly, DJ or EXPII?
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19 May 2011, 04:17 AM | #41 |
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My recent purchase - SS WG Datejust with a white dial, a classic Rolex.
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19 May 2011, 04:38 AM | #42 |
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Ha, yeah surprised you say this. Even though I'm amougst the bankers(I'm not one of them) and they all have subs, I would say even away from the city my statement still holds true. Can't work this one out then.
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19 May 2011, 05:05 AM | #43 |
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I must be in the wrong part of town...
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20 May 2011, 01:54 AM | #44 |
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Diamonds are a GIRLS best friend!
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20 May 2011, 02:05 AM | #45 |
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For a lot of people, when they think Rolex they think Date Just.
As for the diamonds, sure. It's your dress watch so bling it up if you want. Whatever makes that watch more special to you.
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I could never understand how adding small diamonds - which are usually of a lower quality than say what you would buy in a wedding ring - can improve a watch. |
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20 May 2011, 12:02 PM | #47 |
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Thanks for the welcome, great place here! I agree with all - NO diamonds. I'm in my early 30's. My wife (also new/naive about timepieces like myself) wanted me to get diamonds. She says it makes the Rolex look so much more impressive. But she's not a TRF reader and may not understand. I can see most non-WIS people out there seeing a Rolex with diamonds and be awed. More awed than a non-diamond DJ. But it's not what I'm shooting for.
Well, I have decided to wear the Rolex most of the time. I can't justify leaving it in a winder. So I've narrowed it down to a DJ NON-diamonds :) or a black sub-c I like the sub-C a lot. Goes well with all kinds of dress. Problem is my freakishly tiny wrist. 5.5" which is holding me back from the sub-C. Anyhow, the DJ 36mm sits nice. The 40mm sub-C gives that "oversized" look. I'll visit a few more AD's to try them on some more, until I'm comfortable choosing one over the other. Hmm decisions, decisions |
21 May 2011, 02:34 AM | #48 | |
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21 May 2011, 03:48 AM | #49 |
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Like the watch but I'd leave the diamonds out.
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22 May 2011, 03:01 AM | #50 |
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I have that same exact watch you're looking at! It was love at first sight and also my first Rolex, huge milestone in my life... silly but true!
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22 May 2011, 05:28 AM | #51 |
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5 June 2011, 04:48 AM | #52 |
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I wanted to say thanks to all of the regular posters here for all of the insight. I have recently put a DJ on a goal list of sorts. I have seen a number of posters mention that leaving the diamonds off was a good thing. However, when I do get to make this purchase, I was intentionally wanting something "flashier" than normal. That's not my usual personality, but this is serving a dual purpose beyond just being awesome.
Anyway, so my question is two-fold, I know that aftermarket anything will cause Rolex to deny servicing and may cause a loss of value. With these two things in mind, how bad of a financial hit should a person expect these considerations to make and how much more difficult would resale and servicing become? Thanks a bunch. BTW, here are pics of two DJ's that I like the looks of. |
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