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GMT Aviator · 5 January 2017, 08:27 AM

So I took a trip to my AD today and finally pulled the trigger on a TT DJ2 I'd been considering for the last 18 months.

Now that Rolex has (unbelievably) consigned these models to the history books, I just couldn't pass up the opportunity of letting one get away.
I picked it up for a great price and couldn't be happier.

Personally I think this watch is a work of art. To me, the proportions are just perfect, despite the feelings of many that they are not true enough to the original DJ36 design, which in my eyes, simply sets it apart as being a fresh modern take on an old design and I'm saddened that this beautiful bold watch has finally fallen victim of its own 'dare to be different' styling. The wide open face, the large baton markers...simply lovely.

This one, the TT Ivory dial, is seen little by comparison to the other dial options often seen on the forum, and in my eyes, one of the nicest options they made, even though the others are also beautiful.

I think one day, these will likely become desired as they are the only DJ in history to break with tradition, to being bold and to going where no Datejust has gone before.

Just glad I've now finally got one in the collection.

watchwatcher · 5 January 2017, 08:29 AM

Congrats...now let's see some pics.

Chewbacca · 5 January 2017, 08:31 AM

stickers. lose them.

congrats!

THC · 5 January 2017, 09:31 AM

Agree with all you said.. beautiful pick up.. congrats

Iloreyix · 5 January 2017, 09:38 AM

I am sad they are discontinuing the DJII??
I was hoping to make that my next. Oh well. I guess a trusted seller with a used one will get my business in the future.

GMT Aviator · 5 January 2017, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iloreyix

I am sad they are discontinuing the DJII??
I was hoping to make that my next. Oh well. I guess a trusted seller with a used one will get my business in the future.

The two tone models have already gone from the Rolex website.

Likely the steel models will be next come Basel 17 in March when they release the DJ41 steel models.

Don't hang around too long. Just waiting 18 months to buy mine cost me an extra pile of £££ I could have saved had I purchased sooner, but timing is everything!

mjclark32 · 5 January 2017, 09:57 AM

Very nice, congrats!

ryansoulsit · 5 January 2017, 10:12 AM

Wow It looks nice.

SemperFi · 5 January 2017, 10:16 AM

Congratulations! Enjoy it in excellent health.

FremStar · 5 January 2017, 10:50 AM

Gorgeous watch! I still believe the DJ2 on oyster is the model to own in this range, if the jubilee bracelet was flush like the 36mm version then my opinions would differ. Enjoy yours in good health!

Watchgeek5000 · 5 January 2017, 11:06 AM

It's always been my favorite! I believe all the naysayers of this watch have never even tried one on.

brandrea · 5 January 2017, 11:11 AM

It's a beauty and I feel the same regarding the DJ2 proportions. It shouldn't be compared the the original as it was never intended to compete. A modern take off from the classic design.

Enjoy it, it looks great on you

G.D.BeanCounter · 5 January 2017, 11:48 AM

Congrats. Decided the only way I'd give mine up, is if trading up to a DD2.

And1dre · 5 January 2017, 12:39 PM

Congrats!

RichM · 5 January 2017, 12:49 PM

Very nice addition. Congrats

GerardoG · 5 January 2017, 12:54 PM

AMCK87 · 5 January 2017, 01:02 PM

Great incoming, wear it in good health! I had no idea they were discontinuing the DJ41, I have always admired this line from afar but now might need to source one.

drfaulkner · 5 January 2017, 01:07 PM

Beautiful watch!! Enjoy!!

HogwldFLTR · 5 January 2017, 01:11 PM

Sharp watch and too bad Rolex had to kill these; they are my favorites.

hun23 · 5 January 2017, 02:40 PM

Looks sharp!

sea-dweller · 5 January 2017, 03:35 PM

Looks great!

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Bigsykedaddy · 5 January 2017, 03:56 PM

Congratulations on the pickup she's a beauty!

I didn't know Rolex was discontinuing all of the DJ II's???

I was thinking about trading my DJ II blue stick dial (domed bezel) in towards a sub c date... Maybe I should hang on to it and just save up for the Sub C instead? I'm glad I saw this thread before I shipped mine off.

Congrats again on the pickup!

AJM914 · 5 January 2017, 04:42 PM

Congrats looks great!

mr_mike · 5 January 2017, 05:28 PM

I feel the same way - it's a great looking watch. The bezel tends to look much larger in photos and on a window display stand than it does on the wrist, especially with the paler dials. It looks very much more in proportion when it's moving around.

As for discontinuation, no-one actually knows until it's announced formally. However dropping half the range at the same time as introducing a very similar new model... the signs aren't looking good...

Congratulations - nice purchase!

Gerardus · 5 January 2017, 06:48 PM

Congratz.

Formulansx · 5 January 2017, 06:59 PM

Great watch Sir! I've had a 116333 on my mind for a few years now

OmegaJJH · 5 January 2017, 07:20 PM

Great post and huge congrats!

I must admit that I'm in the camp that never really took to the DJ2 preferring the 36mm version but I'm thrilled for you and it would be very boring if we all liked the same things.

Psmith · 5 January 2017, 08:26 PM

Congrats

Shamorai · 5 January 2017, 08:46 PM

Grats on your awesome watch, and great post! I agree with you. I love mine!

Gerry62 · 5 January 2017, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

stickers. lose them.

congrats!

5 January 2017, 08:27 AM	#1
GMT Aviator 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: London Posts: 3,318	Incoming.....the last of the DJ2's 116333. So I took a trip to my AD today and finally pulled the trigger on a TT DJ2 I'd been considering for the last 18 months. Now that Rolex has (unbelievably) consigned these models to the history books, I just couldn't pass up the opportunity of letting one get away. I picked it up for a great price and couldn't be happier. Personally I think this watch is a work of art. To me, the proportions are just perfect, despite the feelings of many that they are not true enough to the original DJ36 design, which in my eyes, simply sets it apart as being a fresh modern take on an old design and I'm saddened that this beautiful bold watch has finally fallen victim of its own 'dare to be different' styling. The wide open face, the large baton markers...simply lovely. This one, the TT Ivory dial, is seen little by comparison to the other dial options often seen on the forum, and in my eyes, one of the nicest options they made, even though the others are also beautiful. I think one day, these will likely become desired as they are the only DJ in history to break with tradition, to being bold and to going where no Datejust has gone before. Just glad I've now finally got one in the collection. Attached Images

5 January 2017, 09:31 AM	#4
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,666	Agree with all you said.. beautiful pick up.. congrats Attached Images

5 January 2017, 09:57 AM	#7
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Very nice, congrats! __________________

5 January 2017, 10:12 AM	#8
ryansoulsit 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 3,008	Wow It looks nice. __________________ Instagram: ryan.soulsit

5 January 2017, 10:16 AM	#9
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Congratulations! Enjoy it in excellent health. __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

5 January 2017, 08:29 AM	#2
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Congrats...now let's see some pics.

5 January 2017, 08:31 AM	#3
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	stickers. lose them. congrats!

5 January 2017, 09:38 AM	#5
Iloreyix "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: 114060 Sub-C Posts: 513	I am sad they are discontinuing the DJII?? I was hoping to make that my next. Oh well. I guess a trusted seller with a used one will get my business in the future.

5 January 2017, 10:50 AM	#10
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Gorgeous watch! I still believe the DJ2 on oyster is the model to own in this range, if the jubilee bracelet was flush like the 36mm version then my opinions would differ. Enjoy yours in good health! __________________ "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not of the pocket!" "A Watch Is An Emotional Object, And So, It Is The Responsibility Of The Brand To Create Emotion Through It's Products" - Georges Kern "In the 1950s and 60s, they made the Ref 8171, which is a cult collectible—now that’s the ultimate Rolex you could own with a calendar and a moon phase.” - John Reardon "Heh, heh, heh..." - Michael Kilyung

5 January 2017, 11:06 AM	#11
Watchgeek5000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Brooklyn USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,622	It's always been my favorite! I believe all the naysayers of this watch have never even tried one on.

5 January 2017, 11:11 AM	#12
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,091	It's a beauty and I feel the same regarding the DJ2 proportions. It shouldn't be compared the the original as it was never intended to compete. A modern take off from the classic design. Enjoy it, it looks great on you

5 January 2017, 11:48 AM	#13
G.D.BeanCounter Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: USA Watch: Sky DayDate 2 Posts: 1,317	Congrats. Decided the only way I'd give mine up, is if trading up to a DD2.

5 January 2017, 12:39 PM	#14
And1dre "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Silicon Valley Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,182	Congrats!

5 January 2017, 12:49 PM	#15
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,759	Very nice addition. Congrats __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

5 January 2017, 12:54 PM	#16
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098

5 January 2017, 01:02 PM	#17
AMCK87 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: USA Posts: 1,339	Great incoming, wear it in good health! I had no idea they were discontinuing the DJ41, I have always admired this line from afar but now might need to source one.

5 January 2017, 01:07 PM	#18
drfaulkner "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Daniel Location: Malaysia Watch: Expl II, TT DJII Posts: 420	Beautiful watch!! Enjoy!!

5 January 2017, 01:11 PM	#19
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: 33,693	Sharp watch and too bad Rolex had to kill these; they are my favorites. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

5 January 2017, 02:40 PM	#20
hun23 Banned Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: USA Posts: 872	Looks sharp!

5 January 2017, 03:35 PM	#21
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Looks great! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

5 January 2017, 03:56 PM	#22
Bigsykedaddy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Anthony Location: Florida Watch: LVc \| SubC Posts: 2,285	Congratulations on the pickup she's a beauty! I didn't know Rolex was discontinuing all of the DJ II's??? I was thinking about trading my DJ II blue stick dial (domed bezel) in towards a sub c date... Maybe I should hang on to it and just save up for the Sub C instead? I'm glad I saw this thread before I shipped mine off. Congrats again on the pickup!

5 January 2017, 04:42 PM	#23
AJM914 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: AJ Location: NY Watch: ♕ Posts: 6,761	Congrats looks great! __________________

5 January 2017, 05:28 PM	#24
mr_mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: England Watch: Datejust II white Posts: 50	I feel the same way - it's a great looking watch. The bezel tends to look much larger in photos and on a window display stand than it does on the wrist, especially with the paler dials. It looks very much more in proportion when it's moving around. As for discontinuation, no-one actually knows until it's announced formally. However dropping half the range at the same time as introducing a very similar new model... the signs aren't looking good... Congratulations - nice purchase!

5 January 2017, 06:48 PM	#25
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Congratz. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

5 January 2017, 06:59 PM	#26
Formulansx "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Guy Gadbois Location: Norcal Watch: Rolex,Omega,Seiko Posts: 1,759	Great watch Sir! I've had a 116333 on my mind for a few years now __________________ Day-Date President, Datejust (flipped), Bluesy 16613, Omega 14kt Seamaster, Seiko Cocktail Time, Seiko Alpinist, REC 901-2 (Porsche 911), REC TTT Escape (Steve McQueen Triumph). A few Bulovas, cars, and fountain pens

5 January 2017, 07:20 PM	#27
OmegaJJH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 6,668	Great post and huge congrats! I must admit that I'm in the camp that never really took to the DJ2 preferring the 36mm version but I'm thrilled for you and it would be very boring if we all liked the same things.

5 January 2017, 08:26 PM	#28
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Congrats __________________

5 January 2017, 08:46 PM	#29
Shamorai "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Sydney Watch: 16523, 116610LV Posts: 762	Grats on your awesome watch, and great post! I agree with you. I love mine!

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