Hi Guys! New to Forum! Just got my first Rolex! (Need Advice!)

[Julie33]

Hey guys!

I am brand new to the forum! I am loving all your gorgeous photos of your Rolexes!

My best friend and I just got our very first Rolexes and we're in love!

After much deliberation, I decided to go with the two tone Rose Gold Datejust in the 36MM size, with diamond markers and the classic Jubilee band.
My friend Debbie got the same exact watch, but in two tone yellow gold and steel. We both love our watches, but the only thing I keep wondering in my mind is if I should've gotten this watch with the Oyster band, instead of the Jubilee. I know it's a matter of preference, and I will probably get equal answers telling me to stick with the Jubilee, as I will get those who definitely prefer the Oyster, but I thought I would still post some photos of my gorgeous watch for feedback.

I will be wearing this watch every day, I am in the arts, (writer, producer) and I lived in NYC. I know the Jubilee band is more dressy than casual, so that's why I wonder if the Oyster may have been a better choice for every day.

Anyway, here are some photos, I would love to hear some feedback on how it looks on. Also, I had considered buying an additional Oyster band in order to switch it out from time to time, but I am hearing the bands cost nearly half the price of the watch, so that would just be ridiculous, I rather just get another Datejust for that price! LOL

Anyway, I am glad to be here and look forward to everyone's posts! I am new to the Rolex world, but I am already in love!

Cheers!

Julie

[Tools]

Welcome.

The Jubilee is the traditional bracelet for the DJ; the one that it was "born" with.

[Rocket_Man]

I wore a 36mm with a Jubilee for many years. It is a very comfortable bracelet and is the 'intended' bracelet for that watch. I wouldn't change it.

On the larger 41mm DJ's the combo of the larger flutes and Jubilee can be a bit more flashy. Rolex offers more combinations to fit personal tastes. I intend to get that watch ne day and still haven't decided on which bezel and bracelet to get. But if I were buying a 36mm I'd go with the fluted bezel and jubilee.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Tools

Welcome.

The Jubilee is the traditional bracelet for the DJ; the one that it was "born" with.

Can't state it any better than that

Congratulations Julie and welcome

[Sky21]

That is a beautiful and timeless classic on its originally intended bracelet, you made a great choice.

[Tony64]

Bracelet looks right, and I'll add that the ring, nails, and watch in your third photo look perfect together!

[celticjohn]

Originally Posted by Tony64

Bracelet looks right, and I'll add that the ring, nails, and watch in your third photo look perfect together!

I had the same thought as I glanced at that photo. Looks very smart.

[Julie33]

Thank you guys so much! I have to say that the rose gold that Rolex uses is just so gorgeous and subtle, I am in love! xoxo

[Julie33]

Oh thank you guys so much!! You made me feel so much better about my choice and you are all so nice!! I am so glad to be here, thanks for the warm welcome! xoxo

[kcmo]

Hi Julie! Glad to have another gal onboard Welcome to TRF and congrats on your new DJ I can feel your excitement!

I’ve had a DJ 36mm on jubilee and it certainly is classic and dressy, but personally I prefer the versatility of the oyster bracelet. It really is personal preference. Did you try on the same configuration on oyster?

[The Libertine]

[Julie33]

Originally Posted by kcmo

Hi Julie! Glad to have another gal onboard Welcome to TRF and congrats on your new DJ I can feel your excitement!

I’ve had a DJ 36mm on jubilee and it certainly is classic and dressy, but personally I prefer the versatility of the oyster bracelet. It really is personal preference. Did you try on the same configuration on oyster?

Hi there!!! Thank you for the warm welcome!!! I actually never thought to try on the Oyster Bracelet in the store, it wasn't until after I purchased it, (and it was too late to exchange), that I realized I should have tried it on. My other close friend recently got the same exact watch for her anniversary but with the oyster band, and when I tried it on, I loved it. I honestly love both bands, I really also do love the oyster band because it's more casual and seems cooler to me.
I am going to attach a photo of me trying on her watch with the Oyster band yesterday. LOL

I wish there was a way to just switch out bands like with the Michele Watches, but it's not as simple, (and much more expensive) with the Rolex....sigh LOL

Here are some pics! Thanks again for your response, you are all so nice here!
xo

Julie

[Swiss Mad!]

Originally Posted by Julie33

Hi there!!! Thank you for the warm welcome!!! I actually never thought to try on the Oyster Bracelet in the store, it wasn't until after I purchased it, (and it was too late to exchange), that I realized I should have tried it on. My other close friend recently got the same exact watch for her anniversary but with the oyster band, and when I tried it on, I loved it. I honestly love both bands, I really also do love the oyster band because it's more casual and seems cooler to me.
I am going to attach a photo of me trying on her watch with the Oyster band yesterday. LOL

I wish there was a way to just switch out bands like with the Michele Watches, but it's not as simple, (and much more expensive) with the Rolex....sigh LOL

Here are some pics! Thanks again for your response, you are all so nice here!
xo

Julie

Agree the Jubilee is the classic choice, but actually think the Oyster brings it bang up to date and gives it a more contemporary look... sorry if that doesn't really help much... lol

[Julie33]

Originally Posted by kcmo

Hi Julie! Glad to have another gal onboard Welcome to TRF and congrats on your new DJ I can feel your excitement!

I’ve had a DJ 36mm on jubilee and it certainly is classic and dressy, but personally I prefer the versatility of the oyster bracelet. It really is personal preference. Did you try on the same configuration on oyster?

Hey there, thanks for the warm welcome!! I just posted a long reply to you with more photos but I don't see it yet, maybe it takes a few min for the photos to get approved? Anyway I had written that I tried on my other friends watch yesterday with the Oyster band....same watch as mine but with the oyster band and I loved it. I love the sporty look of it. I am torn honestly, and I wish I could just get both bands and switch them out as I want! I am going to wait to see if my reply shows up with the photos before posting the pics again! You guys are all so nice, so glad to see other girls on here as well!! xoxo

Julie

[kcmo]

Originally Posted by Julie33

Hey there, thanks for the warm welcome!! I just posted a long reply to you with more photos but I don't see it yet, maybe it takes a few min for the photos to get approved? Anyway I had written that I tried on my other friends watch yesterday with the Oyster band....same watch as mine but with the oyster band and I loved it. I love the sporty look of it. I am torn honestly, and I wish I could just get both bands and switch them out as I want! I am going to wait to see if my reply shows up with the photos before posting the pics again! You guys are all so nice, so glad to see other girls on here as well!! xoxo

Julie

Hmmm, don’t see any pics. Ok so you love it with oyster as well!? I just love that oyster can go sporty or dressy, plus you have it in two tone. And it’s more adjustable. But you have to go with your instinct!

[Julie33]

Originally Posted by kcmo

Hmmm, don’t see any pics. Ok so you love it with oyster as well!? I just love that oyster can go sporty or dressy, plus you have it in two tone. And it’s more adjustable. But you have to go with your instinct!

Hey there, I see the images were attached as files in my last message to you!
I am going to try to attach them again! The watch also looks gorgeous with the Oyster band which is why I questioned getting the Jubilee, but I think I am going to stick with this combo, and if I get another Rolex, I will get a model with the Oyster band to switch it up!

Julie

Let me know if you can see the pics! xo

[kcmo]

Originally Posted by Julie33

Hey there, I see the images were attached as files in my last message to you!
I am going to try to attach them again! The watch also looks gorgeous with the Oyster band which is why I questioned getting the Jubilee, but I think I am going to stick with this combo, and if I get another Rolex, I will get a model with the Oyster band to switch it up!

Julie

Let me know if you can see the pics! xo

I see them Julie! Looks lovely.....great idea to go oyster next time

[ChickoftheSea]

From another lady TRF member, a warm welcome!

This is the latest for me, a 35mm Yacht Master, as I prefer a sporty look. I bought my first Rolex as a sophomore in college, new from an authorized dealer, for $675! I won't say what year, but it was a long time ago as you can imagine!

You've chosen beautifully, enjoy the classic piece you've wisely chosen for many years, or until you're ready for your next one, whichever comes first!

[Julie33]

Originally Posted by ChickoftheSea

From another lady TRF member, a warm welcome!

This is the latest for me, a 35mm Yacht Master, as I prefer a sporty look. I bought my first Rolex as a sophomore in college, new from an authorized dealer, for $675! I won't say what year, but it was a long time ago as you can imagine!

You've chosen beautifully, enjoy the classic piece you've wisely chosen for many years, or until you're ready for your next one, whichever comes first!

Oh your watch is gorgeous, I love it!!! Congrats on such a great buy!
Thank you for the warm welcome you are all so sweet and nice!!
I have definitely been bitten by the Rolex bug, I can see how these gorgeous watches can be addicting! LOL

I love the sporty look as well, your watch is beautiful on you!!

So glad to be here!

xoxo

[Tangier11]

Beautiful choices. I think you picked the right style bracelet

[GB-man]

Looks fantastic on the jubilee! Jubilee would be my choice for a DJ hands down

[slide13]

I think a good general rule is anytime the bezel is fated the jubilee tends to look better. Smooth bezel oyster looks better. But even then, there are exceptions! I love the new DJ41 smooth bezel on the jubilee.

For me. Two tone Datejust with fluted bezel should always be on the jubilee, it’s a lovely bracelet in two tone!

Good choices!

[Julie33]

Originally Posted by slide13

I think a good general rule is anytime the bezel is fated the jubilee tends to look better. Smooth bezel oyster looks better. But even then, there are exceptions! I love the new DJ41 smooth bezel on the jubilee.

For me. Two tone Datejust with fluted bezel should always be on the jubilee, it’s a lovely bracelet in two tone!

Good choices!

Oh thank you so much! And I agree that the fluted bezel does go beautifully with the jubilee band! I don't think anyone can go wrong with either band, it's a matter of preference, I guess I just love how the Oyster band looks more causal and chunky. In a perfect world, I would have both bands to switch out whenever I felt like it LOL

Thanks for the response and warm welcome!

Julie

[tamiya]

Originally Posted by Julie33

In a perfect world, I would have both bands to switch out whenever I felt like it LOL

I don't see why so much thinking is required... just go back to the AD & buy a 2nd bracelet, they can make it happen!!

It's only money

Get a good spring pin tool and you can easily switch bracelets yourself.

[rolex75216]

You did great. Absolutely stunning!

[KrismanX]

Welcome to the fray! Looks like you both made outstanding choices...Oh, and the nails are on "fleek" (am I doing that right?)

[Tony64]

Originally Posted by KrismanX

Welcome to the fray! Looks like you both made outstanding choices...Oh, and the nails are on "fleek" (am I doing that right?)

2013 is calling and wants is slang back!
I'm sure there's a newer and equally annoying phrase the kids are using now, but sadly I'm too old to care.

[AK797]

They both look great Julie, welcome! You're a writer/creative and producer/money hustler? Straddling both sides is pretty rare, I've had to do the same in my time.

[dr3ws]

I think it looks great on you, the color works perfectly

[Theothergreg]

Datejust with a fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet is a timeless classic. Wear it in good health and don't have a second thought!