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daysky1 · 29 July 2024, 09:40 AM

According to Chrono 24 the Date Just is the most popular Rolex. Using the filters available at Chrono 24 inputting a search for the most popular Rolex, it shows the Date Just..Go figure?

brandrea · 29 July 2024, 09:52 AM

Makes sense to me

TheVision · 29 July 2024, 09:57 AM

I mean the DJ is the most sold model in Rolex's history. It's always been that way. Sub/gmt/daytona are nice but DJ has always been the BEST selling model...

Decent price, a clean readable dial, jubilee bracelet is the trademark of Rolex and double crown lock and 100M means ya can actually dive with it as well (Dr Earle has been diving with her ladies DJ for years!). For most non WIS folks, it can be a daily wear and the ONLY watch they've ever need.

I love my sub but on the waitlist for one...what I didnt know was Rolex has secretly been putting AR coating now (same as sub/daytona and exp2) last couple of years. My rep said their newer models have AR.

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TimeAZ · 29 July 2024, 10:01 AM

DateJust is the most timeless, most iconic, most classic, and most recognized model Rolex makes, of all time, ever, period. Of course it would be most popular. If there is only ONE Rolex to have, it's a datejust.

123Blueface · 29 July 2024, 10:08 AM

Makes sense

Krash · 29 July 2024, 10:09 AM

Not surprising.

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Apdl · 29 July 2024, 10:16 AM

This just in.....water is wet.

haha

THC · 29 July 2024, 10:27 AM

Sub 1B

Easy E · 29 July 2024, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by krash

not surprising.

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+1.

Ny325 · 29 July 2024, 11:09 AM

I’ve owned my 36mm white dial, Roman numerals, oyster bracelet Datejust since 1998. It gets the most wrist time out of my collection. I have a 7 1/2 inch wrist, and it’s my favorite.

saltyandwet · 29 July 2024, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by daysky1

According to Chrono 24 the Date Just is the most popular Rolex. Using the filters available at Chrono 24 inputting a search for the most popular Rolex, it shows the Date Just..Go figure?

That's only because that's all that are available for the masses. It's like saying a Honda Accord is the most popular car in America. That's what more people can afford and that are available. There is just no way a Honda is more "popular" than say a Porsche or a Ferrari but when not many can afford a Porsche, hence there are less of it and as such a Porsche is "less popular". If a datejust and say, a GMT or a Daytona both have the same availability and same price range, there is absolutely no way a datejust is more popular.

csaltphoto · 29 July 2024, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by saltyandwet

That's only because that's all that are available for the masses. It's like saying a Honda Accord is the most popular car in America. That's what more people can afford and that are available. There is just no way a Honda is more "popular" than say a Porsche or a Ferrari but when not many can afford a Porsche, hence there are less of it and as such a Porsche is "less popular". If a datejust and say, a GMT or a Daytona both have the same availability and same price range, there is absolutely no way a datejust is more popular.

Mmmm. The DJ still might be. It's a classic Rolex, understated in some iterations, and functional. Which is it's own kind of appeal. I mean it's still a watch that starts around 7-8K which for most people is an insane amount of money to spend on a watch. The latest iterations of GMT and Daytona are pretty flashy. Not everyone wants that. Plus the Daytona is hard to read with a dedicated function that is pretty much useless yet takes up a lot of the real estate on the watch.

Doood · 29 July 2024, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by TimeAZ

DateJust is the most timeless, most iconic, most classic, and most recognized model Rolex makes, of all time, ever, period. Of course it would be most popular. If there is only ONE Rolex to have, it's a datejust.

Well said.

Harry-57 · 29 July 2024, 02:48 PM

It's the most recognisable Rolex you can buy and lots of people do.

S’portEye · 29 July 2024, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by saltyandwet

That's only because that's all that are available for the masses. It's like saying a Honda Accord is the most popular car in America. That's what more people can afford and that are available. There is just no way a Honda is more "popular" than say a Porsche or a Ferrari but when not many can afford a Porsche, hence there are less of it and as such a Porsche is "less popular". If a datejust and say, a GMT or a Daytona both have the same availability and same price range, there is absolutely no way a datejust is more popular.

Just an all around bad take.

ArtNouveau · 29 July 2024, 02:55 PM

The Datejust has been the core product of Rolex since it was introduced. Most model sold for decades, the popular sports models follow.

Krash · 29 July 2024, 03:09 PM

The most popular Rolex amongst hardcore enthusiasts like us is arguably the Submariner. The most popular Rolex amongst the general population is probably the Datejust.

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SudiYunus · 29 July 2024, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by krash

the most popular rolex amongst hardcore enthusiasts like us is arguably the submariner. The most popular rolex amongst the general population is probably the datejust.

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+1.

rolexpatek363 · 29 July 2024, 04:02 PM

I'd like a vintage or neovintage 36mm DJ with an engine-turned bezel. Maybe one day.

KatGirl · 29 July 2024, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by daysky1

According to Chrono 24 the Date Just is the most popular Rolex. Using the filters available at Chrono 24 inputting a search for the most popular Rolex, it shows the Date Just..Go figure?

Why does that surprise you? I thought that was common knowledge. It’s beautiful, versatile, and has a useful complication. It can be dressed up or down, worn by a man or woman. No surprise to me.

Kat

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KatGirl · 29 July 2024, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by saltyandwet

That's only because that's all that are available for the masses. It's like saying a Honda Accord is the most popular car in America. That's what more people can afford and that are available. There is just no way a Honda is more "popular" than say a Porsche or a Ferrari but when not many can afford a Porsche, hence there are less of it and as such a Porsche is "less popular". If a datejust and say, a GMT or a Daytona both have the same availability and same price range, there is absolutely no way a datejust is more popular.

I see your name fits you well…..

Kat

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TikTok · 29 July 2024, 05:13 PM

You wont be adding me to the stats anytime soon. The DJ, along with the OP are 2 of the 3 Rolex’s I have no intention of owning.

Oldfellow · 29 July 2024, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by KatGirl

I see your name fits you well…..

Kat

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padi56 · 29 July 2024, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daysky1

According to Chrono 24 the Date Just is the most popular Rolex. Using the filters available at Chrono 24 inputting a search for the most popular Rolex, it shows the Date Just..Go figure?

The biggest selling Rolex watch world wide has been the DJ range for the last 50 odd years anyone with common sense if a true Rolex collector would know this.

hojlund · 29 July 2024, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by KatGirl

I see your name fits you well…..

Kat

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lol.

Bazil · 29 July 2024, 06:46 PM

So many dial variations, bezels, colour schemes, and date function no wonder it is ..

Mr Ben · 29 July 2024, 07:09 PM

Most of the articles I’ve read speculating about production numbers seem to guess over 250k datejusts are produced annually or somewhere around 25% to 30% of production so makes sense.

RolexAwaytheDew · 29 July 2024, 07:40 PM

It is the most commonly available for sale on the aftermarket and an enduring and recognizable model for at least two generations. Does it necessarily follow that it is currently the “most popular”? I am not so sure…

rolexpatek363 · 29 July 2024, 08:07 PM

It doesn't necessarily follow, no. But it also doesn't follow that it isn't.

I thought it was common knowledge that the DJ is the most popular Rolex. And it's easy to see why.

travisb · 29 July 2024, 08:15 PM

Not surprised.

29 July 2024, 09:40 AM	#1
daysky1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 436	Most Popular Rolex is According to Chrono 24 the Date Just is the most popular Rolex. Using the filters available at Chrono 24 inputting a search for the most popular Rolex, it shows the Date Just..Go figure?

29 July 2024, 09:57 AM	#3
TheVision "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 487	I mean the DJ is the most sold model in Rolex's history. It's always been that way. Sub/gmt/daytona are nice but DJ has always been the BEST selling model... Decent price, a clean readable dial, jubilee bracelet is the trademark of Rolex and double crown lock and 100M means ya can actually dive with it as well (Dr Earle has been diving with her ladies DJ for years!). For most non WIS folks, it can be a daily wear and the ONLY watch they've ever need. I love my sub but on the waitlist for one...what I didnt know was Rolex has secretly been putting AR coating now (same as sub/daytona and exp2) last couple of years. My rep said their newer models have AR. From __________________ [Rolex Sub Date, Seiko Tuna, Garmin Fenix 5, Bunch of Gshocks ]

29 July 2024, 10:01 AM	#4
TimeAZ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 2,240	DateJust is the most timeless, most iconic, most classic, and most recognized model Rolex makes, of all time, ever, period. Of course it would be most popular. If there is only ONE Rolex to have, it's a datejust. __________________ The perfect blossom is a rare thing. You could spend your life looking for one, and it would not be a wasted life.

29 July 2024, 10:08 AM	#5
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,315	Makes sense __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV, 126334 Blue Diamond Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

29 July 2024, 03:09 PM	#17
Krash 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida Watch: Sub, DJ41, GMT Posts: 8,244	Most Popular Rolex is The most popular Rolex amongst hardcore enthusiasts like us is arguably the Submariner. The most popular Rolex amongst the general population is probably the Datejust. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 July 2024, 09:52 AM	#2
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,074	Makes sense to me

29 July 2024, 10:09 AM	#6
Krash 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida Watch: Sub, DJ41, GMT Posts: 8,244	Not surprising. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 July 2024, 10:16 AM	#7
Apdl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Lakeville, MN Watch: 126610LN Finally! Posts: 414	This just in.....water is wet. haha

29 July 2024, 10:27 AM	#8
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,664	Sub 1B

29 July 2024, 11:09 AM	#10
Ny325 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Traffic Watch: DW-5600BB Posts: 2,890	I’ve owned my 36mm white dial, Roman numerals, oyster bracelet Datejust since 1998. It gets the most wrist time out of my collection. I have a 7 1/2 inch wrist, and it’s my favorite.

29 July 2024, 02:48 PM	#14
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,668	It's the most recognisable Rolex you can buy and lots of people do.

29 July 2024, 02:55 PM	#16
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 5,386	The Datejust has been the core product of Rolex since it was introduced. Most model sold for decades, the popular sports models follow.

29 July 2024, 04:02 PM	#19
rolexpatek363 Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: up a hill Posts: 1,979	I'd like a vintage or neovintage 36mm DJ with an engine-turned bezel. Maybe one day.

29 July 2024, 05:13 PM	#22
TikTok "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2023 Location: Uk Watch: this space Posts: 255	You wont be adding me to the stats anytime soon. The DJ, along with the OP are 2 of the 3 Rolex’s I have no intention of owning. __________________ Rolex, IWC, Omega, Blancpain (Mechanical) Grand Seiko (Quartz).

29 July 2024, 06:46 PM	#26
Bazil 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2022 Real Name: Bazil Brush Location: Star Gazing Watch: Any Daytona Posts: 3,460	So many dial variations, bezels, colour schemes, and date function no wonder it is .. __________________ *One day, it just stops ticking, so enjoy every second* If you have no enemies, you have no character. Taking a stand always creates opposition. Paul Newman *Being Serious = Onto the list you go*

29 July 2024, 07:09 PM	#27
Mr Ben "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: UK Watch: 226570 Posts: 980	Most of the articles I’ve read speculating about production numbers seem to guess over 250k datejusts are produced annually or somewhere around 25% to 30% of production so makes sense.

29 July 2024, 07:40 PM	#28
RolexAwaytheDew "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2024 Location: Missouri Posts: 38	It is the most commonly available for sale on the aftermarket and an enduring and recognizable model for at least two generations. Does it necessarily follow that it is currently the “most popular”? I am not so sure…

29 July 2024, 08:07 PM	#29
rolexpatek363 Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: up a hill Posts: 1,979	It doesn't necessarily follow, no. But it also doesn't follow that it isn't. I thought it was common knowledge that the DJ is the most popular Rolex. And it's easy to see why.

29 July 2024, 08:15 PM	#30
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,486	Not surprised.

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