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joli160 · 19 August 2016, 09:01 PM

Some people get mugged because of the shoes they wear.
Does staying below the radar means you have to dress like a bum, drive an old small car as well ? How far you want to go with this ?
Just wear and use what you like imho

AK797 · 19 August 2016, 10:03 PM

Fluted bezel is a signatory of Rolex so it does stand out a little for an SS, more under the radar would be an Exp, and if you want to go Axel Foley deep deep deep under the radar put it on a strap.

stil · 19 August 2016, 10:04 PM

It's hard to say. I have a SS DJ fluted bezel and a Sub. No one ever comments on either...but that doesn't mean they don't notice.

Honestly I never thought about it nor do I really care either way. Wear what you like for you.

cop414 · 19 August 2016, 10:09 PM

Paul, I really don't think that any variety of the DJ could be considered under the radar. Maybe keep the Exp as your travel watch and the DJ for more dressy occasions. Let Anna wear it every so often.

(Sorry, couldn't resist!)

Cru Jones · 19 August 2016, 10:07 PM

Paul, I think you need to accept that the cyclops and oyster bracelet of your Exp II stand out plenty for those looking for that sort of thing.

I don't think a DJ will stand out any more or less (although YG and/or fluted bezel will flash a bit more).

Colin10101 · 19 August 2016, 10:17 PM

Before I even got into this hobby, I could spot a Datejust from a mile away, especially with a fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. I couldn't do the same with any of the sport models. So my answer is an emphatic no.

THC · 19 August 2016, 10:26 PM

Is a Pepsi bezel over or under "the radar" ?

fskywalker · 19 August 2016, 10:28 PM

Yes Datejust is a low key watch, specially with plain bezel (vs flutted) and oyster band (versus jubilee)

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Verdi · 19 August 2016, 10:31 PM

DJ, flutted bezel on jubile=the most recognizable Rolex

If you want under the radar look at Explorer

Marcus09 · 19 August 2016, 11:03 PM

My most noticeable watch is the SS GMT II black ceramic. Although my Daytona SS is almost twice as much expensive.

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Rolex addict · 19 August 2016, 11:24 PM

The Datejust and Submariner are the most recognized watches in the world. Highly doubtful either will ever fly under the radar. Do what I do, wear a cheap watch when traveling. I would rather be wearing a Rolex, but you do what makes you comfortable.

r8t3d_M · 19 August 2016, 11:29 PM

I'd have to say no, especially with a fluted bezel.

douglasf13 · 19 August 2016, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

The Datejust and Submariner are the most recognized watches in the world. Highly doubtful either will ever fly under the radar. Do what I do, wear a cheap watch when traveling. I would rather be wearing a Rolex, but you do what makes you comfortable.

DateJust, yes, but the Sub is really only recognized by people interested in watches, and those people are becoming fewer and fewer. The market is so flooded with dive watches that I don't think many notice a Sub.

Ronin78 · 19 August 2016, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by douglasf13

DateJust, yes, but the Sub is really only recognized by people interested in watches, and those people are becoming fewer and fewer. The market is so flooded with dive watches that I don't think many notice a Sub.

Sadly I believe this is the case. Some notice and assume it's fake.

I had a customer wearing an Invicta that looked so much like a Sub I had to stare at it hard from a couple of feet away to determine that it was not a Rolex.

I'm not sure how companies are not sued for making something so blatantly similar.

douglasf13 · 20 August 2016, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Ronin78

Sadly I believe this is the case. Some notice and assume it's fake.

I had a customer wearing an Invicta that looked so much like a Sub I had to stare at it hard from a couple of feet away to determine that it was not a Rolex.

I'm not sure how companies are not sued for making something so blatantly similar.

Yep, I'm not only talking about blatant Sub copies. Most wouldn't be able to tell the difference between a Sub and any other diver with a timing bezel from a few feet away.

squeaks376 · 20 August 2016, 12:12 AM

I had a smooth bezel dj2 for years that was never noticed.

caprebels · 20 August 2016, 12:22 AM

I think it all depends on who notices and understands luxury watches. I work in an office and wear all my nice watches, no body notices or has said anything. It's good b/c I prefer to fly under the radar.

Speed · 20 August 2016, 12:39 AM

The DJ is the most iconic / recognizable Rolex there is.

Even folks not into watches can pick one out. Not as a Date Just but as a Rolex.

Thieves can also spot them a mile away.

In other words - the least under the radar Rolex imaginable.

IMO

Professorfingers · 23 August 2016, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

The DJ is the most iconic / recognizable Rolex there is.

Even folks not into watches can pick one out. Not as a Date Just but as a Rolex.

Thieves can also spot them a mile away.

In other words - the least under the radar Rolex imaginable.

IMO

I agree!!!!!!

brandrea · 23 August 2016, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

The DJ is the most iconic / recognizable Rolex there is.

Even folks not into watches can pick one out. Not as a Date Just but as a Rolex.

Thieves can also spot them a mile away.

In other words - the least under the radar Rolex imaginable.

IMO

I agree. Your better bet would be a Sub, which is easily mistaken for Invicta

sea-dweller · 20 August 2016, 02:01 AM

I'd say "no"...

captain_NEMO · 20 August 2016, 02:15 AM

DJ + fluted bezel + jubilee + Cyclops = Rolex to most of the population. And to most, Rolex means money. Narrow that list with the criminal element group in a 3rd world country and it's a toxic combination for sure, but I digress.

I think the DJ's definitely fly above the radar, not under. Very noticeable and easily identifiable.

Professorfingers · 20 August 2016, 03:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by captain_NEMO

DJ + fluted bezel + jubilee + Cyclops = Rolex to most of the population. And to most, Rolex means money. Narrow that list with the criminal element group in a 3rd world country and it's a toxic combination for sure, but I digress.

I think the DJ's definitely fly above the radar, not under. Very noticeable and easily identifiable.

Yep, this!

masyv6 · 23 August 2016, 12:47 PM

No. It's one of the more obvious Rolexes.

Rebel · 23 August 2016, 09:30 PM

No.

locutus49 · 23 August 2016, 09:57 PM

Paul, as a former owner of TT Darejust in the 70's and 80's, I transitioned to SS and platinum as the TT's remind me of the 80's where every waiter wore real of fake TT DJ's: the became the iconic 80's watch.

There is good reason to wear TT if you wear mixed metal assessories: TT goes with both metal tones and can pull a look together, especially for women.

But nowadays I only wear silver toned blazer buttons, etc. But my wife sports a TT YM and it looks great on her. So each to their own.

HogwldFLTR · 23 August 2016, 10:16 PM

After wearing Omega through the entire Olympics, this thread has spurred my return to the fold with my 16013. Where I live it is pretty much an under the radar watch. Not too many in these parts pay attention to wrist jewelry.

porschedude · 23 August 2016, 11:07 PM

I would say it will definitely stand out more than your explorer but its still not going to stand out like a two tone would.

rkot07 · 23 August 2016, 11:18 PM

Dj2 is not under the radar

DJ 36mm depending on configuration can fly under radar

And the same 36mm a little louder with the bracelet

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anothernewphone · 24 August 2016, 12:07 AM

If there was an actual "Rolex radar," it'd have a fluted bezel and a cyclops on it.

19 August 2016, 09:01 PM	#1
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,758	Some people get mugged because of the shoes they wear. Does staying below the radar means you have to dress like a bum, drive an old small car as well ? How far you want to go with this ? Just wear and use what you like imho __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

19 August 2016, 10:09 PM	#4
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,234	Paul, I really don't think that any variety of the DJ could be considered under the radar. Maybe keep the Exp as your travel watch and the DJ for more dressy occasions. Let Anna wear it every so often. (Sorry, couldn't resist!) __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

19 August 2016, 10:17 PM	#6
Colin10101 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Colin Location: Toronto Watch: 16710 Posts: 1,336	Before I even got into this hobby, I could spot a Datejust from a mile away, especially with a fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. I couldn't do the same with any of the sport models. So my answer is an emphatic no. __________________ Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 "Z" Serial COKE Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea *BLACK*

19 August 2016, 10:28 PM	#8
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,180	Yes Datejust is a low key watch, specially with plain bezel (vs flutted) and oyster band (versus jubilee) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

19 August 2016, 10:31 PM	#9
Verdi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mitch Location: UAE Watch: Big Ben Posts: 2,451	DJ, flutted bezel on jubile=the most recognizable Rolex If you want under the radar look at Explorer __________________ IG: @watch_idiot_savant

19 August 2016, 10:03 PM	#2
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Fluted bezel is a signatory of Rolex so it does stand out a little for an SS, more under the radar would be an Exp, and if you want to go Axel Foley deep deep deep under the radar put it on a strap.

19 August 2016, 10:04 PM	#3
stil Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: not stil Location: USA Watch: Rolex n Omega Posts: 1,327	It's hard to say. I have a SS DJ fluted bezel and a Sub. No one ever comments on either...but that doesn't mean they don't notice. Honestly I never thought about it nor do I really care either way. Wear what you like for you.

19 August 2016, 10:07 PM	#5
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	Paul, I think you need to accept that the cyclops and oyster bracelet of your Exp II stand out plenty for those looking for that sort of thing. I don't think a DJ will stand out any more or less (although YG and/or fluted bezel will flash a bit more).

19 August 2016, 10:26 PM	#7
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,666	Is a Pepsi bezel over or under "the radar" ?

19 August 2016, 11:03 PM	#10
Marcus09 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Batman Location: Gotham City Posts: 1,184	My most noticeable watch is the SS GMT II black ceramic. Although my Daytona SS is almost twice as much expensive. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

19 August 2016, 11:24 PM	#11
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	The Datejust and Submariner are the most recognized watches in the world. Highly doubtful either will ever fly under the radar. Do what I do, wear a cheap watch when traveling. I would rather be wearing a Rolex, but you do what makes you comfortable.

19 August 2016, 11:29 PM	#12
r8t3d_M "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Felipe Location: NYC Watch: Me ;) Posts: 2,894	I'd have to say no, especially with a fluted bezel.

20 August 2016, 12:12 AM	#16
squeaks376 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Matt Location: Florida Watch: LV Sub Posts: 166	I had a smooth bezel dj2 for years that was never noticed.

20 August 2016, 12:22 AM	#17
caprebels "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: USA Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 131	I think it all depends on who notices and understands luxury watches. I work in an office and wear all my nice watches, no body notices or has said anything. It's good b/c I prefer to fly under the radar. __________________ * Rolex GMT 116710BLNR (2016)

20 August 2016, 12:39 AM	#18
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	The DJ is the most iconic / recognizable Rolex there is. Even folks not into watches can pick one out. Not as a Date Just but as a Rolex. Thieves can also spot them a mile away. In other words - the least under the radar Rolex imaginable. IMO

20 August 2016, 02:01 AM	#21
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I'd say "no"... __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

20 August 2016, 02:15 AM	#22
captain_NEMO "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Jansky Location: Midwest Watch: this! Hold my beer Posts: 610	DJ + fluted bezel + jubilee + Cyclops = Rolex to most of the population. And to most, Rolex means money. Narrow that list with the criminal element group in a 3rd world country and it's a toxic combination for sure, but I digress. I think the DJ's definitely fly above the radar, not under. Very noticeable and easily identifiable.

23 August 2016, 12:47 PM	#24
masyv6 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: 35000ft Posts: 3,771	No. It's one of the more obvious Rolexes.

23 August 2016, 09:30 PM	#25
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,254	No. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

23 August 2016, 09:57 PM	#26
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	Paul, as a former owner of TT Darejust in the 70's and 80's, I transitioned to SS and platinum as the TT's remind me of the 80's where every waiter wore real of fake TT DJ's: the became the iconic 80's watch. There is good reason to wear TT if you wear mixed metal assessories: TT goes with both metal tones and can pull a look together, especially for women. But nowadays I only wear silver toned blazer buttons, etc. But my wife sports a TT YM and it looks great on her. So each to their own.

23 August 2016, 10:16 PM	#27
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	After wearing Omega through the entire Olympics, this thread has spurred my return to the fold with my 16013. Where I live it is pretty much an under the radar watch. Not too many in these parts pay attention to wrist jewelry. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

23 August 2016, 11:07 PM	#28
porschedude "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: USA Watch: 116610LV Posts: 1,207	I would say it will definitely stand out more than your explorer but its still not going to stand out like a two tone would.

23 August 2016, 11:18 PM	#29
rkot07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: California Watch: GMT II, DD, DJ II Posts: 591	Dj2 is not under the radar DJ 36mm depending on configuration can fly under radar And the same 36mm a little louder with the bracelet Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 August 2016, 12:07 AM	#30
anothernewphone Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Bill Location: Plymouth Meeting Watch: 116520 Posts: 3,209	If there was an actual "Rolex radar," it'd have a fluted bezel and a cyclops on it.

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