What would you do?

[lurchzilla]

Ok, so i go ino my AD today to check on the watch i had ordered (SS DJ, blue dial). Why i am there i ask them about the 50th anniversary sub in passing and they say they have one. They show it to me, i try it on and i like it.

We talk a bit and they ask me if i am interested. They go on to ask if i would be interested in that instead of the DJ.

The price they want is $4875 + tax.

Is this a rare opportunity to own this watch? Will i see one again for retail anytime soon? Exactly how rare are these? Will i regret not taking it?

What would you guys do? and would i be stupid to pass up an LV for retail? By the way this is my first Rolex.

[C.J.]

It seems like they're becoming more available now. If it's not smiling at you the way the DJ does, hold out. The opportunity will present itself again

[dman]

Finding them and finding them at list is more and more common. Honestly, get the one that you REALLY want. Otherwise you will still get that one. Both have some very strong selling points, so it is all about personal taste. Let us know what you decide.

[dman]

P.S. And why the hell hasn't your DJ gotten there already, that is still strange to me.

[lurchzilla]

Originally Posted by dman

P.S. And why the hell hasn't your DJ gotten there already, that is still strange to me.

I ordered it 7 weeks ago and they are telling me another 10 days. They already told me it shipped now they are telling me it hasn't.

I don't know really what to say to them because i don't know if this is normal.

[dman]

Originally Posted by lurchzilla

I ordered it 7 weeks ago and they are telling me another 10 days. They already told me it shipped now they are telling me it hasn't.

I don't know really what to say to them because i don't know if this is normal.

That is not normal. Unless they shipped it via boat from the motherland of Rolex.

All those deliveries are brought in via a major company, my AD uses Fed Ex, so there is no reason it should be that slow. What are your thoughts on the LV?

[lurchzilla]

Originally Posted by dman

What are your thoughts on the LV?

Well i really like the LV alot. My problem is if i already had a datejust and was looking for another watch i would snag it and not think twice about it. Right now i want a dress up watch and a datejust is perfect for that. After trying on some larger watches (Sub, Omega Speedmaster), i think i like a larger watch, which is something i didn't think i would.

So the problem is i like the LV's size and style but i dont think it would wear well with alot of things especially dressed up.

What do you think about it?

[Launch Mini]

I can probably speak for Daren here, You seem to have you heart set on the DJ ( I don't blame you), Take a look at the PAM line. These are fun,unique watches. That would give you an awesome pair.
I do like the LV, but you are right, the green doesn't go as a dress watch.
As others have said, the LV is becoming more readily available.
Hit you AD up for a discount or some freebies for the delay on the DJ.
Good luck

[JJ Irani]

If you like the larger 40 mm size, then the LV would be the one for you. However, if you're thinking dress then the DJ would be perfect.

Just one thing....the DJ is a mere 36 mm and will look fine as your FIRST Rolex; but once you get a 40 mm in the future, the DJ will start to look small and you may not be all that awe inspired by it as you are now.

I say get the LV....and why on earth is the DJ taking so long?

Good luck in your decision - JJ

[Tom]

I think the boat from China sank and they are making those replicas as fast as they can! I'm kidding, but that is strange, why is it taking so long.

As for the LV, I had the exact same situation as you. I went in to look for a Rolex and had my heart set on the SS Turn-o-Graph I believe it's called, red second hand, beautiful dark blue face, it was calling my name! But when I tried it on, I was pretty disapointed byt the size. It looked really tiny on my wrist?? Even the sales guy said it looked a little akward, so, he showed me a Seadweller. Now that size matched great. And boy did we start sweating like when JJ sees a new sheep running loose in the yard! I inquired about the SS sub, and they didn't have any, but he showed me the TT Sub, black face, gold shining in the light, I thought I was gonna drop a load right then and there. Took five minutes and I was waiting for it to get cleaned, adjusted, and paperwork drawn up!

Everyone will tell you it's a matter of what you want, and they are right! I got mine because it matched me wrist better, and because I'm a weight lifter, the larger watch looked a lot better. It wears very well! But whatever your choice, do what want and what makes you happy!

[Uncle-AJ]

I would buy the LV because I prefer any sports watch over a DJ. You however should get the one you prefer.

[Rockrolex]

I agree it's strange that the DJ is taking so long to ship. After all, they are not that rare.

I also agree you would be limited in what goes with the LV. I'm not a big fan of it personally, but, hey, that's why the man makes 28 flavors.

If you really want a dress watch, stick with the DJ. But that's just MHO.

To me it sounds like your AD is ing you. If they said the DJ was shipped and on it's way, and then they see you get interested in an LV (I'm guessing it costs more than your DJ) and then they tell you the DJ isn't shipped. Well it sounds like your AD wants you to take the LV off their hands.

Get the DJ, since you obviously ordered it as you want it. LVs are beautiful, but not that hard to get anymore and you can pick one up pretty easily. I had one on my wrist at my AD two weeks ago and it's STILL in their window.

Stick to your guns, and also consider using a different AD, if they're going to pull that shite.

[silverman]

Get the DJ. Dont get me wrong i love the LV but you said you wanted a dress watch so that would be the DJ.

But get the one that puts a smile on your dial !!!!!!!!

[lurchzilla]

Originally Posted by Atomic

To me it sounds like your AD is ing you.

I left the AD yesterday really down and disappointed. I was in there 45 minutes (having another watch sized), and i felt like no one in there would shoot me straight. I talked to the rep, the manager and the purchaser and i felt like they were all giving me a line of .

The pressure they were putting on me and the tactics were like dealing with a used car salesman. It really left a bad taste in my mouth. if i had it to do again i think i would go somewhere else. These guys are supposed to be very reputable to in my area. Today i am going to call them and have a little heart to heart with them!

When i was there i tried another DJ and it seemed very small. Thats whats got me thinking now. They also had a black Sub that i could get instead of the LV. Can the black Sub be worn well with a suit you think?

[GerardoG]

Dear Tony:

Been there many (MANY) times; trust me; the wait WILL be worth everything. You ordered the DJ because you fell in love with it; and you are desperate (as all of us) to get a new Rolex on your wrist; so you start looking at other 'in stock' models; but believe me, you will be satisfied (and VERY happy) as your dream DJ arrives; that is YOUR watch, you special ordered it; did not take it from current stock but had it shipped just for you....HOLD ON

Originally Posted by lurchzilla

I left the AD yesterday really down and disappointed. I was in there 45 minutes (having another watch sized), and i felt like no one in there would shoot me straight. I talked to the rep, the manager and the purchaser and i felt like they were all giving me a line of .

The pressure they were putting on me and the tactics were like dealing with a used car salesman. It really left a bad taste in my mouth. if i had it to do again i think i would go somewhere else. These guys are supposed to be very reputable to in my area. Today i am going to call them and have a little heart to heart with them!

When i was there i tried another DJ and it seemed very small. Thats whats got me thinking now. They also had a black Sub that i could get instead of the LV. Can the black Sub be worn well with a suit you think?

Glad to see I wasn't too far off the mark (sadly, however).

There aren't many guys around who think that a dress watch MUST be worn with a suit. They're a dying breed and it's far more acceptable to wear a sports and even a dive watch with a suit. I wear my ExpII with a suit all the time, sometimes on a strap, sometimes on the bracelet. It's more dressy on the strap but that's the beauty of it.

Get the watch YOU want most and worry about accessorizing afterwards. Truth be told, the only one who will notice your watch when you're in a suit is you (cuz the likelihood of meeting another WIS is like 1 in 1,000,000).

[dman]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

If you like the larger 40 mm size, then the LV would be the one for you. However, if you're thinking dress then the DJ would be perfect.

Just one thing....the DJ is a mere 36 mm and will look fine as your FIRST Rolex; but once you get a 40 mm in the future, the DJ will start to look small and you may not be all that awe inspired by it as you are now.

I say get the LV....and why on earth is the DJ taking so long?

Good luck in your decision - JJ

I disagree about the watch looking too small in the future. I switch between 44mm, 45mm and 40mm all the time and though there is a little transition period, none look too small. I even tried on a friends explorer yesterday and thought it was great. I would buy one of those in a hearbeat and it is "only" 36mm.

[dman]

Originally Posted by Atomic

Glad to see I wasn't too far off the mark (sadly, however).

There aren't many guys around who think that a dress watch MUST be worn with a suit. They're a dying breed and it's far more acceptable to wear a sports and even a dive watch with a suit. I wear my ExpII with a suit all the time, sometimes on a strap, sometimes on the bracelet. It's more dressy on the strap but that's the beauty of it.

Get the watch YOU want most and worry about accessorizing afterwards. Truth be told, the only one who will notice your watch when you're in a suit is you (cuz the likelihood of meeting another WIS is like 1 in 1,000,000).

Hell with it, get a Panerai then you don't have to worry about accessorizing!

Originally Posted by dman

Hell with it, get a Panerai then you don't have to worry about accessorizing!

Well said!

[silverman]

Forget the Panerai,the accessorising only begins.I got i dont know how many straps and when you go out you have to change the strap depending on what you are wearing.what you are doing etc etc.The cheapest part of my Panerai was the purchase price.

Size wise the Rolex sub does feel small compared to a Panny 44mm or a Breitling 44mm but its something you will get use to quickly.I had a problem with the 111 Panny in that due to its size and thickness it would not go under my business shirt sleeve.Not a major drama but worth noting.

You could definitely wear the sub with a suit( i plan to).Look at James Bond with his Seamaster.Not a sub but the same looks and size and if its good enough for James in his tux its good enough for me in mine.

Good luck and chin up.

[Launch Mini]

I have a couple PAN's and haven't got hooked on the accessory/strap thing (yet?)
I also have the AirKing in my lineup. It is small, but under a shirt sleeve it works very well. Don't have any issues with it's size.
And they guys are right, not many ( if any) will notice your watch, especially under a shirt sleeve. And if they do, any Rolex is a good choice.