Another First Rolex questions? Opinions

[218225]

Originally Posted by dreamcar88

Thanks for all the replies. Yea ive been doing my homework a lot lately and cant really find many date justs that i want under 3k. I drive a supra and lexus. I have money in stocks that is just sitting during the summer and had the idea . Ive always wanted one. I dont consider it a huge investment but definitely something ill have the rest of my life. The biggest issue is finding a good dj with papers and a box now. Ill find one soon enough but i appreciate all the comments!

For the depreciation you take on your cars every year you can probably buy a very nice watch.
Any watch is with you every second of your life (when you wear it), the good and the bad times. It will get scarred like you, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder:)

For a first Rolex I would buy a new one to signify the moment / achievement. Buy the watch you want, not the watch your budget allows.

[soybeanwatches]

If you see yourself wearing it with enjoyment for years to come then I could see worst ways to spend 1500-2k on instant gratification. If it's only to cross something off your list... I'd hold off... then wait till you've found appreciation for said brand or a model that really screams to you then go for it. You'll be far more thankful and happy imho.

[dreamcar88]

Originally Posted by 218225

For the depreciation you take on your cars every year you can probably buy a very nice watch.
Any watch is with you every second of your life (when you wear it), the good and the bad times. It will get scarred like you, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder:)

For a first Rolex I would buy a new one to signify the moment / achievement. Buy the watch you want, not the watch your budget allows.

Hehe fortunately my car does not lose value its a rare select few thats over 20 years old and never lost any money . I appreciate the comment and has me thinking alot on that last sentence.

Originally Posted by soybeanwatches

If you see yourself wearing it with enjoyment for years to come then I could see worst ways to spend 1500-2k on instant gratification. If it's only to cross something off your list... I'd hold off... then wait till you've found appreciation for said brand or a model that really screams to you then go for it. You'll be far more thankful and happy imho.

I agree. The more i have been looking the more the number goes up. Im really not a fan of the sub i really like the older date justs. Looking for a two tone with a nice fluted bezel. I found a local dealer of rolex who can source some for me im going to look tomorrow. The more homework i do the more i learn. Most members here all scream to wear wear wear!!!

[Formulansx]

Originally Posted by dreamcar88

Hehe fortunately my car does not lose value its a rare select few thats over 20 years old and never lost any money . I appreciate the comment and has me thinking alot on that last sentence.




I agree. The more i have been looking the more the number goes up. Im really not a fan of the sub i really like the older date justs. Looking for a two tone with a nice fluted bezel. I found a local dealer of rolex who can source some for me im going to look tomorrow. The more homework i do the more i learn. Most members here all scream to wear wear wear!!!

High five for mid 90's Japanese sports car prices right now

[porschedude]

I wouldn't look at it as an investment, buy what you like and enjoy. May be tough in the price range but there are some options.

[masyv6]

Save up a little more and buy a better Rolex. Your price range is a little low right now.

[dreamcar88]

Originally Posted by masyv6

Save up a little more and buy a better Rolex. Your price range is a little low right now.

agreed. most the nice dayjusts are in the 3200-3900 range. Looking to look at one tomorrow

[dreamcar88]

Call me basic but always liked this one. Just got serviced by a local jewler with box. Was asking 4000$ but paid 3700$ Adjusted to current date . Thanks for all the help. Only live once and i work very hard. Fit like a glove. Didnt have to take one link out. Looks like a 95 by a clasp markings. Another good one for ar morris

[dr35mm]

Buy what ever you feel happy with.

But with all honesty, with 2k I would be looking at tudor, not rolex.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by dreamcar88

Call me basic but always liked this one. Just got serviced by a local jewler with box. Was asking 4000$ but paid 3700$ Adjusted to current date . Thanks for all the help. Only live once and i work very hard. Fit like a glove. Didnt have to take one link out. Looks like a 95 by a clasp markings. Another good one for ar morris

Congrats.

[dreamcar88]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Congrats.

[Rolex95]

can be an investment if it was purchased 20 years ago.

[William.L.]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Where can you find a "decent datejust" for $2k? Lowest I've seen were $3k-ish.

Mine was $2750. There out there but anything sub 3k is gonna be fairly worn and definitely in need of a service. I bought a stainless datejust with a linen dial for 2200 if I remember correctly. I serviced it and it's going strong today

[aekdb]

Originally Posted by dreamcar88

Call me basic but always liked this one. Just got serviced by a local jewler with box. Was asking 4000$ but paid 3700$ Adjusted to current date . Thanks for all the help. Only live once and i work very hard. Fit like a glove. Didnt have to take one link out. Looks like a 95 by a clasp markings. Another good one for ar morris

Congrats!

[dreamcar88]

Originally Posted by William.L.

Mine was $2750. There out there but anything sub 3k is gonna be fairly worn and definitely in need of a service. I bought a stainless datejust with a linen dial for 2200 if I remember correctly. I serviced it and it's going strong today

I agree . I thought it was a good deal considering they literally didnt even have it in the show case yet back from its rebuild. Spent 500$ they said and everything was taken care of. The other djs i was looking at in the same conditon were not under 3k. I had a good week trading stocks last week and i work a day job as well and just wanted to treat my self:) The hardest part is finding a local rolex authorized shop who can get you pre owned into the store. I called a week ago to make sure they had one. Didnt even ask price so i was thinking they were going to try to beat me over the head. The actual only rolex they had was a 15223 but had a white face but he told me he just got a black faced recently serviced. Didnt have to take off a single link and was perfect'! I wore it out to dinner and another rolex owner noticed across the bar and came up to talk to me.

Originally Posted by Deyj28

Congrats!

I cant stop looking at it and wearing it :)

[LuminousMaximus]

Congrat's on a real Beauty!

[dreamcar88]

Crazy how addictive i have become of this forum and the pure joy and beauty from this brand. Funniest question i ask my self am i crazy buying a car on my wrist . I dont feel bad only smile when i wear it

[Formulansx]

Originally Posted by dreamcar88

Crazy how addictive i have become of this forum and the pure joy and beauty from this brand. Funniest question i ask my self am i crazy buying a car on my wrist . I dont feel bad only smile when i wear it

Sometimes I look at my day date and think "that could have been a supercharger for my NSX" or "that's my golf R with 500+hp and a built motor right there" lol Honestly I would miss the yellow gold awesomeness too much though so there it stays, taunting me from my wrist

[dreamcar88]

Originally Posted by Formulansx

Sometimes I look at my day date and think "that could have been a supercharger for my NSX" or "that's my golf R with 500+hp and a built motor right there" lol Honestly I would miss the yellow gold awesomeness too much though so there it stays, taunting me from my wrist

Hahah you rule!! I cant agree more are you on instagram?

[Formulansx]

Originally Posted by dreamcar88

Hahah you rule!! I cant agree more are you on instagram?

Nah don't have any social media but I hang out on car forums now and then.

[braxd]

Originally Posted by masyv6

Buy watches to enjoy, not be investments

I couldn't have said it better.

[dreamcar88]

Still cant believe i own one of my life goals. Its not about the money but does anyone ever sit and say damn i have a $10,000 watch retail on my wrist? I only paid $4300 for a 91 amazing datejust but even now im still mindblown. Makes me feel blessed

[F1polesitter]

Personally not into TT Datejusts, but gotta say OP, that's a heck of a watch you got. Well done!