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Bobert123 · 26 March 2009, 12:30 PM

What would be the best watch to get for someone just starting full time on Wall Street? Some possibilities but other opinions are welcome...
1. Submariner (steel black)
2. DateJust (steel black)
3. DeepSea (steel black)

Would black be the best combo with steel for every day Wall Street attire?

Wolfgang427 · 26 March 2009, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobert123

What would be the best watch to get for someone just starting full time on Wall Street? Some possibilities but other opinions are welcome...
1. Submariner (steel black)
2. DateJust (steel black)
3. DeepSea (steel black)

Would black be the best combo with steel for every day Wall Street attire?

Welcome.

considering you would most likely have to wear a suit to work everyday I would go with a Datejust.

TheVTCGuy · 26 March 2009, 02:33 PM

Agreed... out of those options, a nice looking Datejust would be perfect.

jas55 · 26 March 2009, 02:35 PM

I once read here that many of them wear Dytona's

Dom · 26 March 2009, 02:47 PM

DJ seems like a nice choice. Depending on the firm the daytona might stand out quite a bit these days (might or might not be the intended effect).

WatchTimes · 26 March 2009, 02:48 PM

GMT or Exp

I think the 2nd time zone would be of help....

If you aren't going to go with either of those
from your choices Id pick the deep sea

1) It will stand out and not everyone on the floor will have it BUT it may not be ideal under a suit depending on what style suits you wear.

2) I think you will truly be able to test the depth rating as you are diving
into a DEEP pile of crap just starting in the market now with this economy.

3) A DJ will of course be the classic choice. Id say wait till the DJ II starts to ship and get yourself a SS one.... That will really be nice!

CKLinLA · 26 March 2009, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobert123

What would be the best watch to get for someone just starting full time on Wall Street? Some possibilities but other opinions are welcome...
1. Submariner (steel black)
2. DateJust (steel black)
3. DeepSea (steel black)

Would black be the best combo with steel for every day Wall Street attire?

I have always thought that a white face works great at the office, so of the 3 models mentioned, a Datejust SS White/Roman gets my vote. Its the classic work/office watch.

Andad · 26 March 2009, 03:03 PM

IMO a Deepsea is not much good with a shirt cuff and a DJ at 36mm might be on the small side.
How about a GMT IIc. Probably the most popular Rolex at this time.
I enjoy wearing my GMT II TTc and would probably have bought the SS model if they had been available at the time.

Jackal · 26 March 2009, 03:15 PM

You just can't go wrong with the Sub!

Carlos

Tombstone · 26 March 2009, 03:50 PM

Sub or the GMT II all purpose watches work and play.

Yume-sama · 26 March 2009, 04:30 PM

I'd go with the Datejust. It's more sleek and professional.

walds11 · 26 March 2009, 07:30 PM

Sub for me, both casual and formal.

scottschoe · 26 March 2009, 07:32 PM

#1 or 3

Omega_Precision · 26 March 2009, 07:47 PM

Make sure it's a DJII.

ob1 · 26 March 2009, 08:20 PM

My big bro is a city bod, he and his friends prefer the sports watches. As you've just started, I think you should go for the sub/ sea dweller. If they ever start giving out bonus' again, I'm sure you'll buy a daytona.

seantk · 26 March 2009, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

IMO a Deepsea is not much good with a shirt cuff and a DJ at 36mm might be on the small side.
How about a GMT IIc. Probably the most popular Rolex at this time.
I enjoy wearing my GMT II TTc and would probably have bought the SS model if they had been available at the time.

I agree. The Deepsea is to large with a shirt/tie. A GMT IIc would be ideal

Sean

Jazz · 26 March 2009, 09:26 PM

SS Sub Date, hands down, IMO: -

tthopp05 · 26 March 2009, 11:06 PM

Welcome.I would get the one I like the best.

bodybump · 26 March 2009, 11:13 PM

Date Just for me too.....

Turn-o-Graph to be exact!!

Ning Dynasty · 26 March 2009, 11:18 PM

The GMT-II w/Black Bezel of course! You need to know when the other markets are open!!

Pookie · 26 March 2009, 11:44 PM

I have to wear a suit everyday as a banker, and I plan on wearing the deepsea everyday. Go with the deep sea! =)

tommypit · 27 March 2009, 12:12 AM

SS black sub, for a first rollie. No matter what street your on.

You can wear it everyday in every situation

My father works on the street and has for about 35 years now. FYI he said alot of the guys have been wearing the the watch that starts with the letter B.

I dont want to say the B-word

tszyu#1 · 27 March 2009, 12:13 AM

I worked on 40 Wall and 80 Broad, hundreds of brokers, inv bankers, lawyers, etc. In my office, avg age 40 and up, only spotted 1 Day Date, I just got my Datejust, and a two tone blue Sub. When I worked in midtown maybe 40 man office, 1 Day Date, 2 SS Subs, lots of Cartiers, 3 Datejusts, but that was a younger office, avg age was 28. You can't go wrong with a SS Sub, imo. I think the 'Wall St. Rolex' thing was more 80s than now

mfer · 27 March 2009, 12:27 AM

I vote IIc then Sub.

Sperry · 27 March 2009, 12:33 AM

A rotating bezel may make you more aware of how little things can eat up a day. It is a tool watch, in an elegant way.
I time particularly long-winded supervisors in meetings, especially when they say "Just one more quick point before we break".

Not that I'm biased, but a Sub, GMT, or TOG are all fine. TOG is my first choice, however.

Lion · 27 March 2009, 12:41 AM

Buy the one YOU LIKE and WILL ENJOY everyday!!!
Remember when you ask for opinions you will get many different answers.

sea-dweller · 27 March 2009, 01:06 AM

My cousin, who started on Wall Street in 1998, has worn a SS Sub since day one. It is his only watch and continues to be.

flyback · 27 March 2009, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lion

Buy the one YOU LIKE and WILL ENJOY everyday!!!
Remember when you ask for opinions you will get many different answers.

I agree. If GMTs and Subs are everywhere, it doesn't sound especially conservative. Go with what you like.

I6-S54B32 · 27 March 2009, 01:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jackal

You just can't go wrong with the Sub!

Carlos

I couldn't think of a more odd looking watch on someone from New York City. A Sub to me yells water sports. . Surfing, skiing, or beach activities in general. All that concrete makes a Sub seem seriously out of place. I'd go DJ without a doubt.

DS/B MINI S · 27 March 2009, 01:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CKLinLA

I have always thought that a white face works great at the office, so of the 3 models mentioned, a Datejust SS White/Roman gets my vote. Its the classic work/office watch.

Excellent choice

26 March 2009, 02:35 PM	#4
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26 March 2009, 02:48 PM	#6
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	GMT or Exp I think the 2nd time zone would be of help.... If you aren't going to go with either of those from your choices Id pick the deep sea 1) It will stand out and not everyone on the floor will have it BUT it may not be ideal under a suit depending on what style suits you wear. 2) I think you will truly be able to test the depth rating as you are diving into a DEEP pile of crap just starting in the market now with this economy. 3) A DJ will of course be the classic choice. Id say wait till the DJ II starts to ship and get yourself a SS one.... That will really be nice! __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

26 March 2009, 03:03 PM	#8
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,533	IMO a Deepsea is not much good with a shirt cuff and a DJ at 36mm might be on the small side. How about a GMT IIc. Probably the most popular Rolex at this time. I enjoy wearing my GMT II TTc and would probably have bought the SS model if they had been available at the time. __________________ E

26 March 2009, 03:15 PM	#9
Jackal Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Carlos Location: Jamestown, NC Watch: TT Submariner Posts: 25	Get The Sub! You just can't go wrong with the Sub! Carlos

26 March 2009, 03:50 PM	#10
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	Sub or the GMT II all purpose watches work and play. __________________ Always working...by choice

26 March 2009, 12:30 PM	#1
Bobert123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: US Posts: 10	Wall Street Rolexes What would be the best watch to get for someone just starting full time on Wall Street? Some possibilities but other opinions are welcome... 1. Submariner (steel black) 2. DateJust (steel black) 3. DeepSea (steel black) Would black be the best combo with steel for every day Wall Street attire?

26 March 2009, 02:33 PM	#3
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	Agreed... out of those options, a nice looking Datejust would be perfect.

26 March 2009, 02:47 PM	#5
Dom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Dominik Location: Zürich Watch: Rolex, Patek, FPJ Posts: 381	DJ seems like a nice choice. Depending on the firm the daytona might stand out quite a bit these days (might or might not be the intended effect).

26 March 2009, 04:30 PM	#11
Yume-sama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: CAN / SIN Watch: Plat. Masterpiece Posts: 1,959	I'd go with the Datejust. It's more sleek and professional.

26 March 2009, 07:30 PM	#12
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,660	Sub for me, both casual and formal. __________________ Adam

26 March 2009, 07:32 PM	#13
scottschoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CA Posts: 3,295	#1 or 3 __________________ __________________

26 March 2009, 07:47 PM	#14
Omega_Precision Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Henry Location: CA, US Watch: ing basketball Posts: 2,977	Make sure it's a DJII.

26 March 2009, 08:20 PM	#15
ob1 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: canterbury Watch: new pussycat? Posts: 635	My big bro is a city bod, he and his friends prefer the sports watches. As you've just started, I think you should go for the sub/ sea dweller. If they ever start giving out bonus' again, I'm sure you'll buy a daytona.

26 March 2009, 09:26 PM	#17
Jazz "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Raymond Location: London, UK Watch: Sub Date 116610LN Posts: 686	SS Sub Date, hands down, IMO: - __________________ Rolex OP 116300 Datejust II - Random Rolex OP 116610LN Sub C - V series Rolex OP 116200 SS DateJust Z series - lost/stolen Rolex OP 16613 TT 'Bluesy' M series Rolex OP 16600 SS Sea-Dweller M series Rolex OP 116523 TT Cosmograph Daytona Z series Rolex OP 16610 SS Submariner Date Z series - lost/stolen Santos de Cartier TT 2004 silver dial (Limited Edition)

26 March 2009, 11:06 PM	#18
tthopp05 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NY Watch: THE MIGHTY DEEPSEA Posts: 839	Welcome.I would get the one I like the best.

26 March 2009, 11:13 PM	#19
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	Date Just for me too..... Turn-o-Graph to be exact!! __________________

26 March 2009, 11:18 PM	#20
Ning Dynasty "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Nolan Location: Tampa Bay Watch: Rolex GMT-II Posts: 95	The GMT-II w/Black Bezel of course! You need to know when the other markets are open!!

26 March 2009, 11:44 PM	#21
Pookie Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 16	I have to wear a suit everyday as a banker, and I plan on wearing the deepsea everyday. Go with the deep sea! =)

27 March 2009, 12:12 AM	#22
tommypit Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: tommy Location: NYC Watch: 2005 TT Sub Black Posts: 279	SS black sub, for a first rollie. No matter what street your on. You can wear it everyday in every situation My father works on the street and has for about 35 years now. FYI he said alot of the guys have been wearing the the watch that starts with the letter B. I dont want to say the B-word

27 March 2009, 12:13 AM	#23
tszyu#1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Steve Location: new york Watch: Day Date Posts: 1,044	I worked on 40 Wall and 80 Broad, hundreds of brokers, inv bankers, lawyers, etc. In my office, avg age 40 and up, only spotted 1 Day Date, I just got my Datejust, and a two tone blue Sub. When I worked in midtown maybe 40 man office, 1 Day Date, 2 SS Subs, lots of Cartiers, 3 Datejusts, but that was a younger office, avg age was 28. You can't go wrong with a SS Sub, imo. I think the 'Wall St. Rolex' thing was more 80s than now

27 March 2009, 12:27 AM	#24
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	I vote IIc then Sub. __________________ member#3242

27 March 2009, 12:33 AM	#25
Sperry "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Jim Location: Alpha Posts: 3,383	A rotating bezel may make you more aware of how little things can eat up a day. It is a tool watch, in an elegant way. I time particularly long-winded supervisors in meetings, especially when they say "Just one more quick point before we break". Not that I'm biased, but a Sub, GMT, or TOG are all fine. TOG is my first choice, however.

27 March 2009, 12:41 AM	#26
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Buy the one YOU LIKE and WILL ENJOY everyday!!! Remember when you ask for opinions you will get many different answers. __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

27 March 2009, 01:06 AM	#27
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	My cousin, who started on Wall Street in 1998, has worn a SS Sub since day one. It is his only watch and continues to be. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

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