Datejust on leather

[Swiss_Time_Watches]

So for the past five years one Rolex had been all the watch I needed. Since the sub went in for a service last week I have realised the onewatch path may not be the ideal and I've been looking at used datejusts behind my subs back..

I really like the look of a dj on a leather strap, but also on a jubilee band, so do I take the saving and buy one with a strap? Or pay extra and have the option?

Please bear in mind money is an issue for me I'm afaird but I could conceivably stretch to a used dj to join the sub.

So is buying a dj without a band a good idea? Opinions welcome.

[bridgs]

Originally Posted by SuperDanX

So for the past five years one Rolex had been all the watch I needed. Since the sub went in for a service last week I have realised the onewatch path may not be the ideal and I've been looking at used datejusts behind my subs back..

I really like the look of a dj on a leather strap, but also on a jubilee band, so do I take the saving and buy one with a strap? Or pay extra and have the option?

Please bear in mind money is an issue for me I'm afaird but I could conceivably stretch to a used dj to join the sub.

So is buying a dj without a band a good idea? Opinions welcome.

I have had my sub many years. I felt the same way after having to wear cheaper watches while the sub was in for service. So I purchased a new ss/dj with jubilee a few years back. The jubilee is a beauty but a pain in terms of sizing. One must actually remove links unlike with the sub where a ball point pen can be inserted in the size adjustment holes to adjust the oyster. If I would have known the shrink swell factor would have been so significant with my wrist, I would have purchased a newer or even used dj with no strap or bracelet and chosen my own instead. When looking at the dj with the jubilee though, I was struck by its beauty to the point I was willing to chance it. My dj is currently on a five dollar velcro strap. I occasionally return to the jubilee but not for long. The velcro does not look wonderful, but I love the fit. Good Hunting to you!

[gpfps]

I like a leather band. I keep on thinking to buy a nice croc brown for my yg DD.

[Rags]

With the price of a replacement jubilee band for my DJ going for 4K I will definitely be looking into a nice brown croc band if & when the time comes or I might even choose a aftermarket 18k Italian jubilee if I could save 50% of the price of a new jubilee.

[Swiss_Time_Watches]

What I have in mind is two leather straps (one black, one brown) The leather should offer a nice change from the oyster, the jubilee not so much.
I think this is the way (I'll go) to go unless anyone thinks otherwise?

[bridgs]

Originally Posted by SuperDanX

What I have in mind is two leather straps (one black, one brown) The leather should offer a nice change from the oyster, the jubilee not so much.
I think this is the way (I'll go) to go unless anyone thinks otherwise?

That sounds perfect! You can't go wrong with brown and black too.

[PMiddy]

I love the the leather strap idea, especially on a tt dj or yg dj....plus maybe you wouldn't worry about bracelet stretching or scratches.....leather is easily replaceable and plain looks good

[Dr. Robert]

I like reptile straps.......

[gnuyork]

^ I like your watch. Seen it a few times posted.

[crowncollection]

Finacially no, because you never pay full price in the package deal, you could sell it for 700 seperately on ebay used if its a nice one. You will probably only pay 400 in the package.
I like croc leather by the way in brown on a two tone dj. :thumbup:

[Swiss_Time_Watches]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I like reptile straps.......

Stunning. Which strap is that exactly?

Originally Posted by crowncollection

Finacially no, because you never pay full price in the package deal, you could sell it for 700 seperately on ebay used if its a nice one. You will probably only pay 400 in the package.
I like croc leather by the way in brown on a two tone dj. :thumbup:

Intresting idea, never thought of selling the band.

Cheers guys.

[Cru Jones]

It's definitely a LOT cheaper to buy the watch with bracelet instead of picking it up later.

That being said, having options is great, so, bracelet plus a set of Etur's end links is the way I'd go.

[mruhland31]

I really like the look of the DJ with a leather band...classic

[BarkMaster]

Originally Posted by mruhland31

I really like the look of the DJ with a leather band...classic

+1

[mikkibarry]

I've been pondering bracelets etc. myself, and the leather strap that Time Travelers made for me is SO comfortable that I can't imagine a bracelet could compare. Please forgive the crappy picture.

[Swiss_Time_Watches]

Have my eye on this one:

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...64#post3960864

Does it look okay?

[DJJon]

A Datejust positively MUST either:

a. Use Etur End Links (I love this approach best), or

b. The other choice is to use a Curved Lug End Band

Otherwise the watch will look like a misfit. One way or the other you simply must 'fill the gap' between top of strap and curved bottom of the DJ Case.

DJs can look terrific with the proper strap matched to the metal and the dial. Use a padded strap for extra height as those 20 mm straps that are flat as pancakes can at times look ridiculously bad.

[mikkibarry]

Oh crap, sorry. I posted the wrong picture. That was the DD, not the DJ. Here's the DJ.

[mikkibarry]

How does one order Etur end links? I tried Google but couldn't find where. I saw a few photos and they look gorgeous.

[ng608]

I tried the crocodile, alligator, and curved end leather straps with black, brown, light brown, and dark brown. DateJust with the black java lizard and Etur endlinks look the best

[Swiss_Time_Watches]

Very nice again ^ Ive upped my budget a little (sighs) and pulled the trigger vintage DJ incoming.. Will post picture when it arrives later this week

[The Joker]

Originally Posted by mikkibarry

How does one order Etur end links? I tried Google but couldn't find where. I saw a few photos and they look gorgeous.

Just PM him Mikki. Username is Etur. Nice DD and DJ.

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180711

[VADanno]

I'm thinking about a YG DJ myself, but think the Jubilee is too much YG. A brown or black leather band looks perfect. Let the hunt begin!