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QuasPrimas25 · 19 October 2013, 10:11 AM

Hard to go wrong with a sub.

bradiowausa · 19 October 2013, 10:18 AM

I would go for the sub. The dj II is too big for a non-sports watch imho. But I wear a 34mm watch, so I'm used to smaller watches.

It does depend on wrist size though.

Eric88 · 19 October 2013, 10:26 AM

Sub all the way.

Jack T · 19 October 2013, 11:35 AM

I'll make it easy for you. Choose this Explorer and you husband will have the most versatile watch in the Rolex line, and no compromises.

paverman · 19 October 2013, 01:03 PM

Another sub vote here. The sub is very versatile and can be worn with almost anything. If he gets into wanting more watches, as many of us here do, there are certainly many more options to look at, but the sub will make a very good "first watch" or "only watch" in a collection.

Glidelock · 19 October 2013, 01:21 PM

Reach for the Sky's and go w/ a Sub Date! I'm sure one of the trusted sellers in the For Sale section can help you bridge the $ gap and get you into a Brand New in Box as well! In So Cal, I have done multiple transactions w/ Tony: JustRolexes and Brad of OCRolexguy! they are both great, but lots of reputable guys on this site that do tons of deals w/ great reputations!

43builder · 19 October 2013, 01:27 PM

i do love both of these watches. I love how large the DJII looks, but the revamped sub in a comparison of what i would want to wear on a daily basis takes the cake

Angrypuppy · 19 October 2013, 01:33 PM

If the sub date is what you really want to give him. Keep saving.

Watchflair · 10 November 2013, 02:35 AM

No question that the sub is the watch. Seek a sub date maybe even older sea dweller.

Armyguy03 · 10 November 2013, 04:44 AM

Yup, I'd go older Sub Date and save the cash and own a classic piece.

jrgougeon · 10 November 2013, 11:34 AM

I prefer the Sub but votes Datejust because of the suit wearing.

Jack T · 10 November 2013, 12:32 PM

This is why Rolex made the Explorer I; it splits the difference between the watches you are considering. To be sure, they are both fantastic choices - I have a Sub and the DJII is a great piece. In my opinion, the Exp I is the most versatile watch in the Rolex line - casual, dress, durable, lume, the updated movement, bracelet and clasp, it will fit any situation your husband wants to wear a nice watch. I love mine, no one who has one does not love theirs. Check it out.

Jack T · 10 November 2013, 12:35 PM

Ooh, just realized I posted my Explorer I a few weeks ago. Well, I just love the piece, it is a great one.

View Poll Results: My preference is
Datejust II	18	19.35%
Submariner	75	80.65%
Voters: 93. You may not vote on this poll

19 October 2013, 11:35 AM	#34
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	I'll make it easy for you. Choose this Explorer and you husband will have the most versatile watch in the Rolex line, and no compromises. Attached Images __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

19 October 2013, 01:27 PM	#37
43builder "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Patrick Location: Cleveland/NoVA Watch: 116528 YG Daytona Posts: 808	i do love both of these watches. I love how large the DJII looks, but the revamped sub in a comparison of what i would want to wear on a daily basis takes the cake __________________ Patrick Lewis Rolex Daytona 18K YG (M97 Serial) Rolex SS DAYTONA (On Order...it'll be a while) Omega Vintage 1970's 617 Movement

10 November 2013, 02:35 AM	#39
Watchflair 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: Love em all Posts: 5,920	No question that the sub is the watch. Seek a sub date maybe even older sea dweller. __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

10 November 2013, 04:44 AM	#40
Armyguy03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: DM[V] Watch: 16710 \| 16600 Posts: 3,546	Yup, I'd go older Sub Date and save the cash and own a classic piece. __________________ Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

19 October 2013, 10:11 AM	#31
QuasPrimas25 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: USA Posts: 36	Hard to go wrong with a sub.

19 October 2013, 10:18 AM	#32
bradiowausa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Brad Location: Iowa Watch: Air-King Posts: 625	I would go for the sub. The dj II is too big for a non-sports watch imho. But I wear a 34mm watch, so I'm used to smaller watches. It does depend on wrist size though.

19 October 2013, 10:26 AM	#33
Eric88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 88 keys Posts: 2,241	Sub all the way.

19 October 2013, 01:03 PM	#35
paverman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Ken Location: Illinois Watch: Too many Posts: 2,870	Another sub vote here. The sub is very versatile and can be worn with almost anything. If he gets into wanting more watches, as many of us here do, there are certainly many more options to look at, but the sub will make a very good "first watch" or "only watch" in a collection.

19 October 2013, 01:21 PM	#36
Glidelock "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Will Zdorf Location: So. Cal. Watch: SDC4000, Sub LVC Posts: 1,947	Reach for the Sky's and go w/ a Sub Date! I'm sure one of the trusted sellers in the For Sale section can help you bridge the $ gap and get you into a Brand New in Box as well! In So Cal, I have done multiple transactions w/ Tony: JustRolexes and Brad of OCRolexguy! they are both great, but lots of reputable guys on this site that do tons of deals w/ great reputations!

19 October 2013, 01:33 PM	#38
Angrypuppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Jason Location: FL390 Posts: 2,376	If the sub date is what you really want to give him. Keep saving.

10 November 2013, 11:34 AM	#41
jrgougeon "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Toronto Watch: 14060M & 1601 Posts: 180	I prefer the Sub but votes Datejust because of the suit wearing.

10 November 2013, 12:32 PM	#42
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	This is why Rolex made the Explorer I; it splits the difference between the watches you are considering. To be sure, they are both fantastic choices - I have a Sub and the DJII is a great piece. In my opinion, the Exp I is the most versatile watch in the Rolex line - casual, dress, durable, lume, the updated movement, bracelet and clasp, it will fit any situation your husband wants to wear a nice watch. I love mine, no one who has one does not love theirs. Check it out. Attached Images __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

10 November 2013, 12:35 PM	#43
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Ooh, just realized I posted my Explorer I a few weeks ago. Well, I just love the piece, it is a great one. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

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