Suggestions on a Rolex for my wife

[iwant1]

Am a newbie to Rolex and high end watches in general. Looking to buy a Rolex for my wife. We just got to know that she's pregnant. She is quite petite and I was thinking of a Lady Datejust (26 mm) with a pink dial. Looking towards the forum and the experienced members here to guide me. I am working within a limited budget and will probably look to buy one here on TRF. Any suggestions/ alternatives I should consider? Thanks in advance.

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[gqllc]

Simple...bring her to an AD and let HER pick out the watch she likes! I have been there and done this before and the first time me picking it out was not such a hit...second time with her picking it out was MUCH better experience...once you know what she likes then hit up the trusted sellers here

[nim]

get a white daytona

[iwant1]

Originally Posted by gqllc

Simple...bring her to an AD and let HER pick out the watch she likes! I have been there and done this before and the first time me picking it out was not such a hit...second time with her picking it out was MUCH better experience...once you know what she likes then hit up the trusted sellers here

Going to the AD is not really an option. She's not really in favor of buying a relatively expensive watch. Besides, its a surprise...

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[kto_1201]

i personally would recommend chanel j12. girls might not know a rolex but a girl def know a chanel

[chicfarmer1]

Is she pretty traditional in her jewelry choices, or more edgy? If trad, stick with the 26mm or possibly go up to the 31mm. Your idea sounds quite lovely.

Take a look on the various threads with women posting their watches, like the His and Hers, Ladies show us your watches, etc. You will see that there is a broad range. If you know her style overall you will be fine.

The pricey options are: two-tone, mother of pearl, and/or diamonds. To some women, these are the features that make a Rolex really appealing. What would she most care about? Think that through. The answer could be, steel and a plainer dial is fine, but only you know.

The last point: don't compromise on the basis of price alone. Get the nicest, most likely to please watch you can. If that means saving more, save for it.
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PS about the Chanel suggestion: no.

[Fiery]

Chanel J12 is a great idea. Also check its "sister" watch, the Dior VIII. Just make sure to get a black one, it's more of a classic, and looks better too.

If you insist on getting a Rolex, then go for a 31mm DJ instead of 26mm. Even petite ladies wear bigger watches nowadays, so picking a small watch may not be the best idea. As for materials and dial options, if you go the BNIB/LNIB route, then your options may be limited. For a young woman I'd get a steel DJ with fluted WG bezel, and a pink or white dial.

[Fiery]

PS: Best of health for your soon to be expanding family

[Lisa]

Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

Is she pretty traditional in her jewelry choices, or more edgy? If trad, stick with the 26mm or possibly go up to the 31mm. Your idea sounds quite lovely.

Take a look on the various threads with women posting their watches, like the His and Hers, Ladies show us your watches, etc. You will see that there is a broad range. If you know her style overall you will be fine.

The pricey options are: two-tone, mother of pearl, and/or diamonds. To some women, these are the features that make a Rolex really appealing. What would she most care about? Think that through. The answer could be, steel and a plainer dial is fine, but only you know.

The last point: don't compromise on the basis of price alone. Get the nicest, most likely to please watch you can. If that means saving more, save for it.

J speaks words of wisdom.

Another thought - babies seem to adore shiny watches and find them irresistible for teething use. Just sayin' - a diamond bezel would assist in this matter.

[iwant1]

Originally Posted by Fiery

PS: Best of health for your soon to be expanding family

Thank you very much...

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[s14roller]

A 26mm DJ would be a classic choice. Can't go wrong with that.

[Keeperoftime]

Rolex ref. 15000
lovely classic & 34mm.
Undervalued

[iwant1]

Originally Posted by s14roller

A 26mm DJ would be a classic choice. Can't go wrong with that.

That was my thought as well..what about a YM?

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[iwant1]

Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

Is she pretty traditional in her jewelry choices, or more edgy? If trad, stick with the 26mm or possibly go up to the 31mm. Your idea sounds quite lovely.

Take a look on the various threads with women posting their watches, like the His and Hers, Ladies show us your watches, etc. You will see that there is a broad range. If you know her style overall you will be fine.

The pricey options are: two-tone, mother of pearl, and/or diamonds. To some women, these are the features that make a Rolex really appealing. What would she most care about? Think that through. The answer could be, steel and a plainer dial is fine, but only you know.

The last point: don't compromise on the basis of price alone. Get the nicest, most likely to please watch you can. If that means saving more, save for it.
--
PS about the Chanel suggestion: no.

She would definitely prefer something thats not too traditional. I am think she will prefer something in steel/ silver, with little or no gold. A pink dial with diamonds on the dial.

I did look at a lot of pictures prior to posting. My favorite is the 31mm chocolate with diamonds on the bezel. Just so classy. Unfortunately, its quite some way out of my price range.

I am ok with saving and then buying, but the problem is, the watch is for my wife. She is someone who probably hasn't spent over $500 on a watch. If I buy her a 10K watch, she will be really happy, but also a little upset. And I obviously don't want that.

[azguy]

Originally Posted by s14roller

A 26mm DJ would be a classic choice. Can't go wrong with that.

I agree and you have lost of options from SS to TT and plenty of dial choices. If you are feeling more bold, maybe a ladies YM

[DoxaDavid]

I went through the same thing a few years ago but did bring my wife to an AD so she could see what was out there. Glad I did because I was about to pull the trigger on a mid size platty YM but she saw one and said she didn't like having numbers on the bezel. "Too sportish" she thought. Also didn't like the 26 mm because it was so small so I learned quite a bit.

I found a 34 mm Rose gold DateJust which she loves but now she just saw one with the flowers on the dial and wants me to get her that dial. never stops.

Congrats on your impending new addition to the family.

[iwant1]

Originally Posted by DoxaDavid

I went through the same thing a few years ago but did bring my wife to an AD so she could see what was out there. Glad I did because I was about to pull the trigger on a mid size platty YM but she saw one and said she didn't like having numbers on the bezel. "Too sportish" she thought. Also didn't like the 26 mm because it was so small so I learned quite a bit.

I found a 34 mm Rose gold DateJust which she loves but now she just saw one with the flowers on the dial and wants me to get her that dial. never stops.

Congrats on your impending new addition to the family.

Great looking watch. I love the clean look of the DJ without the fluted bezel. Also, wondering if I should go for a 31mm vs. the 26mm. He hand is really very slender...but the big look is in...

[Lisa]

David, that's a gorgeous watch and looks like my very first DJ. But are you sure it's 34mm? It sure looks like a 26.

[DoxaDavid]

Originally Posted by iwant1

Great looking watch. I love the clean look of the DJ without the fluted bezel. Also, wondering if I should go for a 31mm vs. the 26mm. He hand is really very slender...but the big look is in...

My wife liked that bezel style as well. The 34mm was a perfect compromise for us from something too small or large. If your wife is REALY petite, maybe the 31mm but for me, I wouldn't buy anything smaller. My mom tried on my Daytona and loved it so I wouldn't be afraid to go a little bigger. Besides, the 26mm is harder to read the time on.

[floater156]

Daytona

[chicfarmer1]

Originally Posted by Lisa

David, that's a gorgeous watch and looks like my very first DJ. But are you sure it's 34mm? It sure looks like a 26.

Agree, gorgeous, but it's a 26, 31mm, or a 36mm if it's in fact a DJ, right?

[CAPDSSD]

34mm Date.

[Kingair]

There is enough choice at the DA I guess.
But what does you wife like :
1. Small - Midsize - Large watch
2. Gold - Steel

I bought my wife a Yachtmaster Platinum 29 mm some years ago.
Actually in the week it was presented .
But now she like big watches like my Panerai or a Sub/Sea Dweller.
So as you see it all changes during the years.

That's why I bought myself a Day Date after 25 years thinking about it almost everyday

Yes I have to omit, thinking about the DD as much as thinking of my wife ;-) everyday again . . .

[iwant1]

Originally Posted by CAPDSSD

34mm Date.

Very nice.....

[iwant1]

Originally Posted by Kingair

There is enough choice at the DA I guess.
But what does you wife like :
1. Small - Midsize - Large watch
2. Gold - Steel

I bought my wife a Yachtmaster Platinum 29 mm some years ago.
Actually in the week it was presented .
But now she like big watches like my Panerai or a Sub/Sea Dweller.
So as you see it all changes during the years.

That's why I bought myself a Day Date after 25 years thinking about it almost everyday

Yes I have to omit, thinking about the DD as much as thinking of my wife ;-) everyday again . . .

I am thinking midsize...steel

[iwant1]

Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

Agree, gorgeous, but it's a 26, 31mm, or a 36mm if it's in fact a DJ, right?

Am guessing its a special edition..34mm

[chicfarmer1]

Originally Posted by iwant1

Am guessing its a special edition..34mm

No, those are $25,000-$48,000+ and are different from the regular options.

[SaddleSC]

Last fall, I bought my wife a 31mm Datejust with white roman dial and she absolutely loves it. The 31 allows her to dress it down and wear it with more casual attire, while the romans and classic looks allow her to dress it up for work...

[rad87gn]

I'd get her a 36mm DJ so you could wear it too.

[gqllc]

Here is the one that I got for my now ex fiance