The Rolex DateJust (current model)

[alan6]

does anyone know when rolex introduced the blue parachrom hairspring a into their datejusts? Great pics everyone!

[Maxtor]

I think 25% is a good discount in Canada. You did well.

[nada027]

Just got a new tuxedo dial with white gold fluted bezel datejust 36mm with oyster bracelet. I will post pictures once I receive it from mail

[HogwldFLTR]

Here's one I've got en route. It's a 15000. I agree that the DateJust to me is a watch which meets most of my needs as a Rolex better than the Submariner. For a Rolex it is more elegant and beautifully sculpted. To me the Submariner looks like the work watch which it was designed to be. Even as an all gold watch it is hard for me to look past the work watch form. Obviously most on the forum here disagree since I would estimate it as the most popular watch given the plethora of sub related pictures and threads. It also fits better in with the current culture of watch worship with bigger being better.

[GED]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Here's one I've got en route. It's a 15000. I agree that the DateJust to me is a watch which meets most of my needs as a Rolex better than the Submariner. For a Rolex it is more elegant and beautifully sculpted. To me the Submariner looks like the work watch which it was designed to be. Even as an all gold watch it is hard for me to look past the work watch form. Obviously most on the forum here disagree since I would estimate it as the most popular watch given the plethora of sub related pictures and threads. It also fits better in with the current culture of watch worship with bigger being better.

I basically agree, but purchased my Sub to replace an Air King that was stolen because I felt I "needed" something that flew a little lower under the radar and/or to wear with my usual more casual wear that would clash with my DJ.Also, everyone seemed to have a Sub, and wanting to separate from the crowd...

(There:three rationalizations-all equally suspect).

But now that I'm a Sub owner, I understand why they're so popular and always will be.

[HogwldFLTR]

They are both nice watches. Mine is an OPD and my other an OP. Neither truly a DJ.

[kyodo]

Guys does dings/dents on your flutted bezel bother you? Just realized that the flutted bezel easily gets dinged

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[human007]

Hi All,

Can anyone please suggest if I could replace the dial of my datejust ladies watch in some other colour.

I want to change my watch dial with diamond to some new colour dial like black, brown etc.

Is it possible to change and what should be price in exchange of old dial.

The dial is in 31 mm

Thanx

[nyczdave]

Hi All,

I am planning on purchasing my 1st Rolex in the upcoming weeks and I am coming to this forum for some opinions and hopefully some pictures to help me decide what to get. I have my mind pretty set on a Date Just, just because this is one that I always wanted since I started working. This is a pretty big purchase so I have a ton of questions and just trying to get some insight from you guys.

I currently have a Tag Carrera with a black bezel and face, so I am looking for a watch with a little different look that I can wear casual and formal.
I know I want a DJ with a fluted bezel and a jubilee bracelet. The other specs I am up in the air with, so I am hoping with some pictures and opinions from people who have a DJ, I can make a decision.

What I definitely want:
DJ 36mm
Fluted Bezel
Jubilee Bracelete

Undecided options:
1. Silver or Two Tone? (I am leaning more towards Silver)
a. Which is a better resale value or hold its value better?
b. Is TT to “old fashion”? I am a 30 yr old guy and would like something more trendy and fashionable, but at the same time eloquent. I hear the TT might look to "old".

2. Diamond dial or plain dials? (I am leaning more towards Diamond)
a. How are the quality diamonds in the Rolex?
b. I see on alanfurman.com they have both a Rolex Factory Diamond & a Custom Diamond setting (which is about $500 less)
c. Is this to tacky? I looked around the site only see only a few people with diamond dials.
3. Color of face. (Leaning more towards silver)
a. Silver – sharp looking and simple. I heard this gives it a better pop, especially if I have diamond dials.
b. White – different look and can match with a lot of different color outfits. Hard to see the time?
c. Gold – looks good on the TT, not sure how it will look on a Silver.

Also, I am located in NYC so my options of purchasing the watch would be the Rolex store, Tourneau, authorized Rolex dealers and some online stores like alanfurman.com.
Any benefits of purchasing at the Rolex store or Tourneau? I hear they are usually overpriced vs. AD.
There seems to be a ton of AD’s around NY. Does anyone recommend any?
Any other reputable websites I should consider?

Any opinions or pictures would be great.

Thank you in advance for your help.


Dave

[civicHB]

First post on rolex forums, has anyone put a stainless band on a 16031?
My watch came with aftermarket band and the only authentic bands I can find are only stainless, no two tones. Anybody have a two tone crown with a stainless band?

Thanks!

[astrobi_astrobi]

when did Rolex introduce Date just 116200?

[Eric Chan]

Originally Posted by astrobi_astrobi

when did Rolex introduce Date just 116200?

I believe it was released in 2007.

[astrobi_astrobi]

Originally Posted by Eric Chan

I believe it was released in 2007.

thanks...

[HogwldFLTR]

Well the Date went back and was replaced a bit later with 16013 shown below on leather.



It came with a Jubilee dial (installed) and its original dial. All in all a really comfortable classic vintage watch.

[USALV]

Quick question. Does the Jubilee bracelet still have any stretching problems?

thank you

[jatco]

Originally Posted by USALV

Quick question. Does the Jubilee bracelet still have any stretching problems?

thank you

Any and all metal bracelets will stretch over time...TT ( two tones) perhaps a little more since gold is softer than steel, whether it be a Jubilee or Oyster. ..!.

[tjustice3545]

Love Mine!

[USALV]

Originally Posted by tjustice3545

Love Mine!

Nice!!

[BEGNAT64]

My 1601...

[BEGNAT64]

An other in my collection....
Vintage 1603 of 1971

[jatco]

/\ tres bien...

[BEGNAT64]

Merci!

[Murph1119]

I have been curious about this? Was there ever a datejust TT produced with a blue face? Does anyone know what year these were offered? Curretly they do not offer a blue face on the ss/yg. Or if I see one is it an aftermarket adjustment?

[Limey-]

My 66 DJ on Rolex Gator strap.

[jatco]

Originally Posted by Limey-

My 66 DJ on Rolex Gator strap.

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That, .. looks Sharp..!!

[Limey-]

Originally Posted by jatco

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That, .. looks Sharp..!!

Thanks !!!

[Roma315]

The smooth bezel is always SS and never WG am I correct? Thanks and hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!

[Eric Chan]

Originally Posted by Roma315

The smooth bezel is always SS and never WG am I correct? Thanks and hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!

As far as I am aware, the smooth bezels on modern SS Datejusts are SS and the fluted bezels at WG. Can't comment on vintage Datejusts, though.

[Roma315]

Anyone have a 16200 next to a 116200 by chance?

[Roma315]