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escobar144 · 27 October 2019, 05:27 PM

What watch do you consider is rolex's entry level piece? And would you consider that a great first rolex?

Oreo0817 · 27 October 2019, 05:34 PM

I love the Air King 116900. Its sporty, but you can also wear it with business attire and its a good price for what you get. And if you dont like the air king, the explorer 1 is a great option as well. I like the more sporty Air king though but its personal preference imo

praveen · 27 October 2019, 05:36 PM

The Oyster Perpetual 39 is a great entry level Rolex. Very versatile and can dress up or down easily.

badass09 · 27 October 2019, 06:09 PM

Explorer 1 214270.

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tanask211 · 27 October 2019, 06:13 PM

Oyster perpetual 39, Explorer 1, Air King are entry level and if you hv more budget then go for Sub no date.

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padi56 · 27 October 2019, 06:19 PM

No such thing as a entry level Rolex as they are all same quality, only difference movements whether SS of precious metal and price.

Dsmith1974 · 27 October 2019, 06:22 PM

OP, AK, MG, smooth DJ. I was happy with the MG for a first purchase.

JayHantz · 27 October 2019, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

No such thing as a entry level Rolex as they are all same quality, only difference movements whether SS of precious metal and price.

I agree with Peter. There is not really an "entry level" model, unless you are basing that on prices alone. I would recommend a DJ with a fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. It checks all the boxes and can easily be your forever watch.

Smarties · 27 October 2019, 06:39 PM

Datejust?

Cru Jones · 27 October 2019, 06:47 PM

Getting the least expensive watch that happens to have the name “Rolex” on it is not the way I would go about it.

Fire bloke · 27 October 2019, 06:48 PM

No date Sub ..one of the cheapest watches in the range, why go second tier get the classic Rolex sports watch

Pros
The classic watch. Could be the one watch for life superb. Instant streetcread

Con
Try and find one at retail price

redfoxer · 27 October 2019, 07:03 PM

Mine was the OP39. Many people generally start with a DJ I think, unless they're a WIS.

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Nairn1980 · 27 October 2019, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by escobar144

What watch do you consider is rolex's entry level piece? And would you consider that a great first rolex?

Oyster Perpetual, Air King, Explorer 1 etc
Great watches in every way

abozz · 27 October 2019, 07:24 PM

OP 39 or explorer I.

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Token74 · 27 October 2019, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Getting the least expensive watch that happens to have the name “Rolex” on it is not the way I would go about it.

Agree with this 100%

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jimcameron · 27 October 2019, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by escobar144

What watch do you consider is rolex's entry level piece? And would you consider that a great first rolex?

I don't think of any Rolex as an "entry level". I'd buy the watch that suits my needs, and actual uses.

RazorD · 27 October 2019, 07:28 PM

Splitting hairs I know, but Not sure I necessary agree with the term “entry level” in this market, I’d say more set a budget and see what you like In that range.

As for lower priced watches in the brand’s lineup, I personally like the Explorer and the Oyster Perpetual 39mm.

Art 1 · 27 October 2019, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by escobar144

What watch do you consider is rolex's entry level piece? And would you consider that a great first rolex?

No such thing as entry level. They are all equal. The cost has nothing to do with it.

Brew · 27 October 2019, 08:14 PM

Any one of them can be a first, likely won't be the last. I think where you get in is a matter of budget, research, patience, taste, and luck.

Oxfordian · 27 October 2019, 08:28 PM

Buy the watch you like, not a brand, you will enjoy the watch all the more if it is one you like and not one that you bought because you wanted to get into the brand.

If the truth be known then one of the cheapest Rolex watches is the Oyster Perpetual 26 priced at £3700, would that suit you?

joli160 · 27 October 2019, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

No such thing as a entry level Rolex as they are all same quality, only difference movements whether SS of precious metal and price.

Exactly, each model has their own charm

peterpl · 27 October 2019, 08:56 PM

OP, Exp I or a Airking come to my mind when thinking entry level Rolex.

VegasMilgauss · 27 October 2019, 09:06 PM

The ones that are available so TT anything or day date. Joke - kind of....

HogwldFLTR · 27 October 2019, 09:10 PM

Best pricing is on the OP34 or OP36. Anything larger costs more.

Harry-57 · 27 October 2019, 09:16 PM

The entry level Rolex is the one you want to own and enjoy. How much it costs is down to the individual.

akilis · 27 October 2019, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by escobar144

What watch do you consider is rolex's entry level piece? And would you consider that a great first rolex?

114060 is the best

APPRF · 27 October 2019, 09:18 PM

Most SS sport are entry level according to Rolex. It’s just the demand that elevated them, and increased their market price. It’s all because of the Chinese, and grays hoarding and flippers. AK,OP,MIL, Explorer, Cheaper SS DJs are entry level. A great first Rolex among those would be an SS oyster or jubilee DJ.

amh · 27 October 2019, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by escobar144

What watch do you consider is rolex's entry level piece? And would you consider that a great first rolex?

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

No such thing as a entry level Rolex as they are all same quality, only difference movements whether SS of precious metal and price.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Getting the least expensive watch that happens to have the name “Rolex” on it is not the way I would go about it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimcameron

I don't think of any Rolex as an "entry level". I'd buy the watch that suits my needs, and actual uses.

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Originally Posted by Art 1

No such thing as entry level. They are all equal. The cost has nothing to do with it.

Obviously price has a lot to do with it. Otherwise why would OP even post? If money is not a consideration then just splurge on whatever you like from the TRF FS listings or Chrono24! (don't bother with AD)

AF_Rob · 27 October 2019, 10:08 PM

The OP is a great watch. Even after a Sub, DJ and an ExII, I still want an OP.

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Dsmith1974 · 27 October 2019, 10:15 PM

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114060 is the best

14060. Corrected that for you.

27 October 2019, 05:27 PM	#1
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27 October 2019, 08:28 PM	#20
Oxfordian "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Martin Location: England Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 3,117	Buy the watch you like, not a brand, you will enjoy the watch all the more if it is one you like and not one that you bought because you wanted to get into the brand. If the truth be known then one of the cheapest Rolex watches is the Oyster Perpetual 26 priced at £3700, would that suit you? __________________ Martin Small Rolex, Omega, Seiko and Oris Collection

27 October 2019, 09:10 PM	#24
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,692	Best pricing is on the OP34 or OP36. Anything larger costs more. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

27 October 2019, 05:34 PM	#2
Oreo0817 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Real Name: Aria K Location: N/A Watch: Air King 116900 Posts: 33	I love the Air King 116900. Its sporty, but you can also wear it with business attire and its a good price for what you get. And if you dont like the air king, the explorer 1 is a great option as well. I like the more sporty Air king though but its personal preference imo

27 October 2019, 05:36 PM	#3
praveen "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: SF Bay Area Watch: OP 39 White Posts: 118	The Oyster Perpetual 39 is a great entry level Rolex. Very versatile and can dress up or down easily.

27 October 2019, 06:09 PM	#4
badass09 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: prabhu Location: singapore Watch: ROLEX 116613LBD Posts: 713	Explorer 1 214270. Sent from my SM-G965F using Tapatalk

27 October 2019, 06:13 PM	#5
tanask211 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Posts: 318	Oyster perpetual 39, Explorer 1, Air King are entry level and if you hv more budget then go for Sub no date. Sent from my HMA-L29 using Tapatalk

27 October 2019, 06:22 PM	#7
Dsmith1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Duncan Location: London Watch: DD 40 Posts: 2,263	OP, AK, MG, smooth DJ. I was happy with the MG for a first purchase.

27 October 2019, 06:39 PM	#9
Smarties "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Asia Posts: 714	Datejust?

27 October 2019, 06:47 PM	#10
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	Getting the least expensive watch that happens to have the name “Rolex” on it is not the way I would go about it.

27 October 2019, 06:48 PM	#11
Fire bloke Banned Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 329	No date Sub ..one of the cheapest watches in the range, why go second tier get the classic Rolex sports watch Pros The classic watch. Could be the one watch for life superb. Instant streetcread Con Try and find one at retail price

27 October 2019, 07:03 PM	#12
redfoxer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: London Posts: 405	Mine was the OP39. Many people generally start with a DJ I think, unless they're a WIS. Sent from my SM-G9750 using Tapatalk

27 October 2019, 07:24 PM	#14
abozz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: In my home. Watch: 116660, 126600 Posts: 2,905	OP 39 or explorer I. Enviado desde mi SM-G975F mediante Tapatalk

27 October 2019, 07:28 PM	#17
RazorD "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: David Location: New England Posts: 1,888	Splitting hairs I know, but Not sure I necessary agree with the term “entry level” in this market, I’d say more set a budget and see what you like In that range. As for lower priced watches in the brand’s lineup, I personally like the Explorer and the Oyster Perpetual 39mm.

27 October 2019, 08:14 PM	#19
Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	Any one of them can be a first, likely won't be the last. I think where you get in is a matter of budget, research, patience, taste, and luck.

27 October 2019, 08:56 PM	#22
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	OP, Exp I or a Airking come to my mind when thinking entry level Rolex.

27 October 2019, 09:06 PM	#23
VegasMilgauss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: UK Posts: 1,030	The ones that are available so TT anything or day date. Joke - kind of....

27 October 2019, 09:16 PM	#25
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,669	The entry level Rolex is the one you want to own and enjoy. How much it costs is down to the individual.

27 October 2019, 09:18 PM	#27
APPRF "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Here Posts: 1,480	Most SS sport are entry level according to Rolex. It’s just the demand that elevated them, and increased their market price. It’s all because of the Chinese, and grays hoarding and flippers. AK,OP,MIL, Explorer, Cheaper SS DJs are entry level. A great first Rolex among those would be an SS oyster or jubilee DJ.

27 October 2019, 10:08 PM	#29
AF_Rob "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Virginia Watch: Sub/Polar/OP/BB Posts: 4,671	The OP is a great watch. Even after a Sub, DJ and an ExII, I still want an OP. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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