Everybody Needs a DJ?

[Spartacus]

I really like the DJ, especially the new slate dial with green Roman numerals.

There are very few Rolex models I wouldn’t add to my collection.

[Pmt2]

ABSOLUTELY! It has become my favorite Rolex. The Dj41 is the most comfortable watch I’ve ever owned.

[matorama]

Personally, the Datejust is what got me hooked into Rolex. I just think it's such a beautiful watch, and so iconic. I'm the proud owner of a DJ41 (blue dial, fluted bezel, oyster bracelet). I also have a GMT, but the Datejust is what I initially fell in love with.

[rolehex]

I agree with your buddy. Love my Rhodium, Fluted with Jubilee. Most beautiful Rolex in my opinion. And extremely comfortable.

[Ruud Van Driver]

Everybody needs whatever it is that blows their skirt up in their collection. I don’t have a DJ and don’t feel the need for one. If I had money to burn, I’d have one but there are way too many other pieces I’d pick up first.

A DJ with a smooth bezel looks a bit wrong to me. Bit like wearing fins with a tux.

[You]

Everyone needs a Sub, anyways congrats!

[c41006]

I wouldn’t say every collection “needs” a Datejust but I definitely enjoy having one.

[D O C]

No DJ for me. Just not my style. Oh I admired them from afar. And yes they are beautiful. I love that DJ41 with the rhodium dial with the jubilee. Just nice. But when I try it on my wrist. It just doesn't suit me. I'm more of a Sub, Sub Date, GMT II kinda guy.

[skrtalal]

Personally, my first watch was a DJ 41.. so I tell yes

[jimcameron]

I would say Sub No.1, DJ No.2.

[Rocket_Man]

The DJ is a classic and holds its place in the history of modern watchmaking. The first watch to have an automatic changing date complication. The current reference DJ41 is a beautiful watch. There are many fanboys of the submariner on this forum, but to be fair, the Datejust has a more impressive history and a far greater impact on the watch market than the Sub.

Whether or not a DJ is a must have watch is up to the buyer. It is more of a commodity watch than a Sub which I think is why it gets slighted by some on TRF. But its popularity over the Sub should be an indication that many buyers appreciate the DJ. Me included. A DJ was my first watch and I hope to add a DJ41 Blue/Stick in the near future.

A Patek or Lange is hardly a substitute purchase to a DJ. Those watches are in a completely different category. It is not like a DJ buyer would instead decide a watch at ~4 times the cost is an alternative.

There are so many combos of the DJ that there is something for everyone. Sporty, dressy, two tone...

[Jacksh]

Thats absolutely ridiculous...I personally own a 41 TT DJ and a sub. Probably my next one will be a 36 SS silver dial DJ. So in my collection there will probably 2 DJ’s. Such a wonderful, luckily underestimated, available, price negotiable watch. Love it.


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[eonflux]

No

[Rolex511]

Originally Posted by chloebear

I’ve never seriously considered one until I saw the new rhodium dial DJ41 on a jubilee in person.

Wow is it a stunner!

It looks much better than Sub, GMT in my opinion. Especially the Oyster bracelet looks very boring to me after few days...

[Paul7]

Originally Posted by Rolex511

It looks much better than Sub, GMT in my opinion. Especially the Oyster bracelet looks very boring to me after few days...

Agreed, personally, I find something a bit pretentious about a non-diver wearing a dive watch (probably most Sub owners), kind of like a Land Rover owner who only drives it around his suburban neighborhood.

[dave023]

I love mine, but I can understand it’s not everyone’s cup of tea

[Rolex_Jack]

Yes. I bought a 16014 DJ (after getting a sub), and I like it so much I might get a modern DJ36. I’m not single, but still young (I guess?). But I think a single guy could easily pull off the oyster bracelet DJ.


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[Daryl]

I'm not a fan of DJ

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[toneafficianado]

Big DJ fan here.
Got my DJ41 a year ago. Blue stick, fluted , Jubilee. Definitely a keeper.
Just the right amount of bling, very versatile and you can still swim in it!


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[Rocco21]

I had a djii and I can say I’m not a fan.3 rolexes I don’t need to own are Milgauss,djii and exp ii.

With that said that is a sharp looking rhodium dial.

[Bt122]

I think so so. But I think it has to be fluted on jubilee. There’s a reason DJ’s are one of the biggest sellers for Rolex...I wear my DJ41 as my daily. Rhodium Fluted and jubilee for me but I got Some DIAMONDS lol. Just to add a certain level of F U

[1William]

If your collection is deep enough and the watch appeals to you. I own a DJ II and think it is great.

[ostatedchi]

Subs, GMTs just don't do it for me at all. DateJusts or Day Dates all the way. And love the 2 tone.
Mid 40's here. Does that make me old?

[Paul7]

Originally Posted by ostatedchi

subs, gmts just don't do it for me at all. Datejusts or day dates all the way.

+1

[Strummer25]

Agree 100% love mine

[jdpny]

Love mine as well.

[brandrea]

It’s an iconic Rolex for sure, just like a Sub.

Whether you need one is up to you

[Mystro]

Classic Rolex and the brands iconic look. I love my DJ2. Years ago all I looked at was profesional sport models. When the DJ2 came out in its larger size and I tried one on, I was hooked. The DJ IS Rolex and takes a back seat to none of the profesional sport models in the Rolex history and grand scheme of the brand. This forum tends to be profesional sport model centric and not represent the reality of who is buying what. From my last few vacations in higher end areas, the DJ was by far the most popular Rolex to be seen in the wild.

[chloebear]

Originally Posted by Mystro

Classic Rolex and the brands iconic look. I love my DJ2. Years ago all I looked at was profesional sport models. When the DJ2 came out in its larger size and I tried one on, I was hooked. The DJ IS Rolex and takes a back seat to none of the profesional sport models in the Rolex history and grand scheme of the brand. This forum tends to be profesional sport model centric and not represent the reality of who is buying what. From my last few vacations in higher end areas, the DJ was by far the most popular Rolex to be seen in the wild.

Every time I see your black DJ2 with fluted bezel I change my mind to that being the DJ configuration to own. I know most are partial to the DJ41, but I think the DJ2 is a little sportier. Absolutely love this configuration. Stunning!

[watchwatcher]

I may be a little biased, Mike.