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Big Tex Rolex · 21 March 2022, 09:15 AM

Another vote for Fluted … smooth is not even a consideration in my house.

Teksurv · 21 March 2022, 09:45 AM

Fluted for me as well.

Boaters · 21 March 2022, 09:54 AM

Fluted is the best IMPO but 2K more I don't know..

ronak0109 · 21 March 2022, 10:13 AM

Smooth bezels are a bit too boring for me.

Seddyspaghetti · 21 March 2022, 10:14 AM

Yes for me

VogelPhoenix · 21 March 2022, 10:37 AM

I would take the smooth bezel straight up - more casual. Fluted reminds me of all my Rolex-wearing retired in-laws.

raym0016 · 21 March 2022, 10:52 AM

I think I’ve decided to get a jubilee also but this combo is a good mix of sporty and dressy. And yes, I think it’s worth it.

Beginner · 21 March 2022, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by hoppes-no9

Absolutely. Fluted + jubilee = DJ perfection

Fully agree!!

edisonstar23 · 21 March 2022, 12:10 PM

On a DJ I like the fluted bezel and def worth to me.

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Zuger · 21 March 2022, 12:25 PM

It’s not worth it. Go smooth bezel. However, I do feel Datejust should be on the jubilee bracelet, which only cost slightly more than the oyster.

jets · 21 March 2022, 07:50 PM

WG bezel. Sparkles nice.

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Farsh14 · 21 March 2022, 08:23 PM

Absolutely the fluted bezel is an ICON and only way I would go DJ. Otherwise would go with other references or brands

Rolesor_66 · 22 March 2022, 12:29 AM

I think the fluted bezel looks better on the yellow gold or rose gold combo.

Tower7 · 22 March 2022, 05:34 AM

100% worth it.

shapa · 22 March 2022, 05:39 AM

Fluted is the signature character of the DJ. Otherwise, just get an OP and save even more.

mario1971 · 22 March 2022, 05:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beginner

Fully agree!!

I also.

Vesper Lynd · 22 March 2022, 05:43 AM

For me a Datejust has to be...

Datejust = Fluted bezel + Jubilee

It is the essence of the watch.

Bruse Wayne · 22 March 2022, 05:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vesper Lynd

For me a Datejust has to be...

Datejust = Fluted bezel + Jubilee

It is the essence of the watch.

Giovannibravo · 22 March 2022, 05:45 AM

It depends on whether you want a sport watch vibe. Some people opt for the oyster and smooth for a more sporty look. However, if you get a Datejust you should go for the classic fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. If you want a sports watch just get a sub.

Carguy87 · 22 March 2022, 05:54 AM

For me I like the fluted bezel on the DJ with the oyster bracelet to keep it looking a little more modern IMO (fluted plus jubilee is a gorgeous piece, but doesn’t go with my style). To me if you’re going to get a smooth bezel might as well go for the OP instead and save even more (possibly opening up room to add a fluted DJ to the collection later as well if budget is a factor). Just my $.02

EEpro · 22 March 2022, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shapa

Fluted is the signature character of the DJ. Otherwise, just get an OP and save even more.

Right. Don't even ask if the date wheel function is worth $2,000

Golfbone · 22 March 2022, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by 7enderbender

I personally would pay a bit more for a smooth bezel. The fluted bezel is among the Rolex features that I don’t like at all (together with the cyclops, use of yellow gold, and the jubilee style bracelet). So no Datejust for me….

If you don't like these things than it's sort of like being a mountain climber who hates heights. Or someone who loves Rolls Royce's but hates the hood ornament. But I get it....I don't like those elements on Sport watches (well I do like the Cyclops on the Sub/GMT but I digress) but I think the fluted bezel/Jubilee on a Datejust or Sky Dweller is great. It allows light to really dance off the watch and gives it great wrist presence. If you don't want that I would say buy an Oyster perpetual.

Yk101 · 22 March 2022, 07:04 AM

IIRC, fluted bezel is made out of white gold. That alone, would make it significantly more expensive in material and then there is labor to machine the flutes… of course you need to add some profit that is relative to the investment…

noshame · 22 March 2022, 07:22 AM

In Canada, the price difference between a fluted and smooth bezel for a DJ36, is $1500. To me, that IS WORTH it. For the bracelet I could go either way with jubilee or oyster, depending if I wanted a more elegant or sporty look, but the bezel needs to be fluted!

Rolexforthewin · 22 March 2022, 07:34 AM

Here’s a look at both. I much prefer the fluted bezel.

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Alcibiades · 22 March 2022, 07:37 AM

I think fluted is a must, but if you prefer smooth, I think jubilee is elevates it and makes it stand out relative to something like an OP. For example Biden’s smooth + jubilee looks OK. Fluted and oyster is also an ok mix. Fluted plus jubilee is best

21 March 2022, 10:52 AM	#37
raym0016 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: Burnsville, MN Posts: 76	Is Fluted Bezel worth 2000$ more on Datejust compare to Smooth Bezel? I think I’ve decided to get a jubilee also but this combo is a good mix of sporty and dressy. And yes, I think it’s worth it.

21 March 2022, 07:50 PM	#41
jets "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mario Location: CANADA Posts: 2,483	WG bezel. Sparkles nice. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ♛ DJII 116234 · Submariner 126610LV · Yacht Master 42 226659 ✿ Pelagos 25600TN Ω X-33 Speedmaster Skywalker · 1861 Speedmaster Modsukoshi · SMP 2254.50 · SMP 2230.50 NAC · Seamaster 300 166.0324 · Genève 162.037 Seiko SLA033 Willard · SKX007

22 March 2022, 07:22 AM	#54
noshame "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Alex Location: Canada Posts: 1,680	In Canada, the price difference between a fluted and smooth bezel for a DJ36, is $1500. To me, that IS WORTH it. For the bracelet I could go either way with jubilee or oyster, depending if I wanted a more elegant or sporty look, but the bezel needs to be fluted! __________________ Submariner Date 116610LN \| GMT-Master II 126710BLNR on Jubilee \| Explorer Rolesor 124273 \| Submariner Date Bluesy 126613LB

21 March 2022, 09:15 AM	#31
Big Tex Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,574	Another vote for Fluted … smooth is not even a consideration in my house.

21 March 2022, 09:45 AM	#32
Teksurv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 182	Fluted for me as well.

21 March 2022, 09:54 AM	#33
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	Fluted is the best IMPO but 2K more I don't know..

21 March 2022, 10:13 AM	#34
ronak0109 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 15	Smooth bezels are a bit too boring for me.

21 March 2022, 10:14 AM	#35
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,789	Yes for me

21 March 2022, 10:37 AM	#36
VogelPhoenix "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Taiwan Posts: 3,866	I would take the smooth bezel straight up - more casual. Fluted reminds me of all my Rolex-wearing retired in-laws.

21 March 2022, 12:10 PM	#39
edisonstar23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 488	On a DJ I like the fluted bezel and def worth to me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 March 2022, 12:25 PM	#40
Zuger "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: me set the time Posts: 2,520	It’s not worth it. Go smooth bezel. However, I do feel Datejust should be on the jubilee bracelet, which only cost slightly more than the oyster.

21 March 2022, 08:23 PM	#42
Farsh14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: NYC Watch: The Green Sub Posts: 474	Absolutely the fluted bezel is an ICON and only way I would go DJ. Otherwise would go with other references or brands

22 March 2022, 12:29 AM	#43
Rolesor_66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Real Name: SC Location: USA Watch: 214270, FOIS, Posts: 39	I think the fluted bezel looks better on the yellow gold or rose gold combo.

22 March 2022, 05:34 AM	#44
Tower7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: California Posts: 66	100% worth it.

22 March 2022, 05:39 AM	#45
shapa "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 267	Fluted is the signature character of the DJ. Otherwise, just get an OP and save even more.

22 March 2022, 05:43 AM	#47
Vesper Lynd Banned Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: Europe Posts: 794	For me a Datejust has to be... Datejust = Fluted bezel + Jubilee It is the essence of the watch.

22 March 2022, 05:45 AM	#49
Giovannibravo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Canada Watch: Sub\| DJ41\| 79540 Posts: 1,412	It depends on whether you want a sport watch vibe. Some people opt for the oyster and smooth for a more sporty look. However, if you get a Datejust you should go for the classic fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. If you want a sports watch just get a sub.

22 March 2022, 05:54 AM	#50
Carguy87 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Real Name: Steve Location: Nevada Watch: JC 126660 Posts: 4,534	For me I like the fluted bezel on the DJ with the oyster bracelet to keep it looking a little more modern IMO (fluted plus jubilee is a gorgeous piece, but doesn’t go with my style). To me if you’re going to get a smooth bezel might as well go for the OP instead and save even more (possibly opening up room to add a fluted DJ to the collection later as well if budget is a factor). Just my $.02

22 March 2022, 07:04 AM	#53
Yk101 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: NY Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 204	IIRC, fluted bezel is made out of white gold. That alone, would make it significantly more expensive in material and then there is labor to machine the flutes… of course you need to add some profit that is relative to the investment…

22 March 2022, 07:34 AM	#55
Rolexforthewin "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Far far away! Posts: 335	Here’s a look at both. I much prefer the fluted bezel. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 March 2022, 07:37 AM	#56
Alcibiades "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: New York Posts: 148	I think fluted is a must, but if you prefer smooth, I think jubilee is elevates it and makes it stand out relative to something like an OP. For example Biden’s smooth + jubilee looks OK. Fluted and oyster is also an ok mix. Fluted plus jubilee is best

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