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Dan Pierce · 5 August 2009, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Numismatist

Thanks, my new M-serial has the super which I like a lot. Has that only been out a few years?

Since the introduction of the updated DateJust's, about 2005, I think.
dP

sexner · 5 August 2009, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Alan111

Here's a wrist shots. My original configuration is with the Oyster (my preference!!) But I borrow my 16233 A-Series' bracelet once in a while....

I feel the Jubilee looks much more at home on the Datejust.

I do not like the bracelet on any of the Professional line watches at all. It has an out of proportion look.

Just another point of view and as we all know - taste is very subjective.

Balboa · 5 August 2009, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by landroverking

The Jubilee was introduced on the GMT in 1954, I think, I like both. the new Jubilee is much better then the old model which some say was more comfortable, but had it;s drawbacks and issues with ware. The Oyster is tought as nails and if is all bushed is very easy to maintain.

Actually introduced in 1945 with the Datejust.

Although the Jubilee might look and work fine with many different models, IMO, it is just perfect on the Datejust. Jubilee with fluted bezel whether SS or TT is classic.

Mark

HIGH · 5 August 2009, 07:22 AM

ROLEX AIR KING DATE is a rare models???
Let me know

Welshwatchman · 5 August 2009, 07:58 AM

I was never a fan of the jubilee bracelet until the 116 replaced the 16.

This particular combination is just the best, IMO.

BLM2 · 5 August 2009, 08:29 AM

I think the jubilee is more dressier and the oyster is more casual. JMO.

Lee

Wolfgang427 · 5 August 2009, 02:16 PM

Oyster for me.

keschete · 5 August 2009, 03:29 PM

I purchased my Rolex because the Tag I purchased was such a mess. I have a Tag ladies Link SS with the polished bezel and bracelet.

After a few months, the Tag was damaged beyond fixing. I still have a dent in my bezel that can't be polished out.

So I went to my AD and joined this forum and asked a lot of questions. I purchased a ladies SS DJ with the new style jubilee bracelet and hidden clasp.

I have to say, with all the abuse my watch gets and the 24/7 wear, I wouldn't have anything but the jubilee bracelet. After almost 2 years of wear and abuse, my bracelet looks almost new.

The oyster is gorgeous, but after having the Tag and having it all scratched up, I am happy I went with the jubilee. So my advice, if you really wear your watch...get the jubilee.

Colnago · 5 August 2009, 03:50 PM

Agreed....my wife broke so many watches leading up to me buying her this Rolex in 1997 that she was very worried about wearing it....I told her that you can break them, but you have to really try hard to do so.....this photo is just before it was serviced a couple of months ago (new crystal fitted as well, yep, that's a scratch)....look closely, it has paint splashes on it.....it is worn for everything....when it came back it was literally "as new".....the Jubilee bracelet, even in its early forms, is a great design......

keschete · 5 August 2009, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Colnago

Agreed....my wife broke so many watches leading up to me buying her this Rolex in 1997 that she was very worried about wearing it....I told her that you can break them, but you have to really try hard to do so.....this photo is just before it was serviced a couple of months ago (new crystal fitted as well, yep, that's a scratch)....look closely, it has paint splashes on it.....it is worn for everything....when it came back it was literally "as new".....the Jubilee bracelet, even in its early forms, is a great design......

I should have taken a picture, but I was too traumatized, when I dropped my watch on the tile floor. My crystal shattered, and I mean shattered. The AD kept the watch two weeks to make sure no glass got in the mechanism.

My jubilee bracelet still looks great! Congrats on your wife wearing and enjoying her watch! I am very happy with my Rolex and its durability!

My AD is a family business and I actually got fussed by the matriarch of the family for taking my watch off (when I shattered the crystal). She has had her Rolex almost 40 years and it still looks great! She actually gave me a little lecture about bathing without removing my Rolex...hehehe!

Dan Pierce · 5 August 2009, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by HIGH

ROLEX AIR KING DATE is a rare models???
Let me know

The Air King date model is relatively rare compared to the no date version. Not sure how rare though.
dP

lancelf08 · 10 December 2010, 03:15 AM

Thanks for the info guys. I finally figured out the difference between the old jubilee and the new jubilee. Thanks!

lancelf08 · 10 December 2010, 03:22 AM

Which bracelet is easier to adjust? I'm leaning towards a new jubilee, but the oyster looks cool as well. I like watches that fit snug on my wrist. Which bracelet would be easier to adjust?

JBat · 10 December 2010, 03:35 AM

This is an old thread but very appropos for me. I'm very close to pulling the trigger on a new Datejust, but I've been waffling something fierce on which bracelet to get it with. To me, the Jubilee goes with the DJ like ice cream goes with the cone (I'm getting mine with the fluted bezel), but my other watches have the Oyster, which I love.

I guess my biggest concern was whether the bracelet would stretch a lot over the years. Reading this thread has eased that concern. It sounds like the newer design is rock-solid. My wife's DJ has the Jubilee, and I really like the way it looks.

greenfan · 10 December 2010, 05:14 AM

I love my Oyster bracelet. But jubilee certainly goes with some ROLEX watches better...

kcmo · 10 December 2010, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by JBat

This is an old thread but very appropos for me. I'm very close to pulling the trigger on a new Datejust, but I've been waffling something fierce on which bracelet to get it with. To me, the Jubilee goes with the DJ like ice cream goes with the cone (I'm getting mine with the fluted bezel), but my other watches have the Oyster, which I love.

I guess my biggest concern was whether the bracelet would stretch a lot over the years. Reading this thread has eased that concern. It sounds like the newer design is rock-solid. My wife's DJ has the Jubilee, and I really like the way it looks.

John, don't worry at all about the new style jubilee stretching. Mine is 2.5 years old and like the day I got it! Looks and feels awesome

Funnily enough, I'm thinking seriously of grabbing an oyster bracelet to keep on hand so that I can switch things up every now and then. Love options!

Let us know what you decide! I adore the DJ line!

jizeal · 10 December 2010, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by art 1

oyster for me. I will not buy a watch with the jubilee.

for sure!

JBat · 10 December 2010, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by kcmo

John, don't worry at all about the new style jubilee stretching. Mine is 2.5 years old and like the day I got it! Looks and feels awesome

Funnily enough, I'm thinking seriously of grabbing an oyster bracelet to keep on hand so that I can switch things up every now and then. Love options!

Let us know what you decide! I adore the DJ line!

Thanks Karis! It really helps to hear from people who own and live with the watch I am considering. I went to an AD to look today and am pretty well set on which combo I'm going to get. Will post pics when I get it!

And I can understand wanting options.

sea-dweller · 10 December 2010, 08:31 AM

For DJ's, Jubilee on fluted bezels and Oyster for smooth bezels. For Professional models, Oyster exclusively.

playingolf · 10 December 2010, 11:15 AM

Jbat,

It appears that you already have a couple oyster bracelets, correct? If so, I was in the same boat having a gmt and daytona. I've always liked the jubilee bracelet and finally pulled the trigger just before the price increase. My latest addition is a DJ, fluted, jubilee, silver dial with stick markers. Huge fan of that combo...

Good luck

kcmo · 10 December 2010, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JBat

Thanks Karis! It really helps to hear from people who own and live with the watch I am considering. I went to an AD to look today and am pretty well set on which combo I'm going to get. Will post pics when I get it!

And I can understand wanting options.

Sure thing, John! I'm really looking forward to finding out which combo you're getting! Very exciting for you

tfarchio · 10 December 2010, 11:35 AM

Oyster all the way!! The Jubilee looks too formal IMO.

Osbong · 10 December 2010, 02:08 PM

I think osyter bracelet is cool for sport's rolex watch and jubilee is looks good on dress watch.

oo7 · 10 December 2010, 02:17 PM

They're both great choices!

StarSovereign · 10 December 2010, 02:56 PM

Jubilee bands hide wear and tear VERY well. Oysters scratch very easily...especially those with pcl's. Jubilees are also more "formal" with Oyster' being more "sporty." If you have a fluted bezel, go for the Jubilee. If you have a domed bezel go for the Oyster...just my 2 cents...

GradyPhilpott · 10 December 2010, 03:14 PM

Oyster on my 114270 and a Super Jubilee on my 116200.

The Oyster seems perfect for the Explorer and the SJ seem perfect for the DJ.

To me they make a perfect combo.

Dr. Robert · 10 December 2010, 03:45 PM

I like the oyster over the jubilee....as the jubilee pulls at my arm hairs!

zhiunit · 10 December 2010, 04:16 PM

TT DJ jubilee is BEAUTIFUL =D
just my 2 cents

dddrees · 10 December 2010, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tools

i like them both, but some watches look better on one rather than the other...

x2

Rolex2 · 25 May 2011, 05:08 AM

Always preferred the Jubilee-and loose, as they always are when you buy a used Rolex.
An Oyster is a watchband. A Jubilee is a bracelet--a piece of jewelry.

My first Rolex was an Oyster manual with Oyster band. I traded it after 7 years for a Perpetual Date with Jubilee band.

5 August 2009, 07:58 AM	#35
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	I was never a fan of the jubilee bracelet until the 116 replaced the 16. This particular combination is just the best, IMO. __________________ ..33

5 August 2009, 03:50 PM	#39
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	Agreed....my wife broke so many watches leading up to me buying her this Rolex in 1997 that she was very worried about wearing it....I told her that you can break them, but you have to really try hard to do so.....this photo is just before it was serviced a couple of months ago (new crystal fitted as well, yep, that's a scratch)....look closely, it has paint splashes on it.....it is worn for everything....when it came back it was literally "as new".....the Jubilee bracelet, even in its early forms, is a great design...... Attached Images __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

10 December 2010, 05:14 AM	#45
greenfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: George Location: Athens Greece Watch: GMT II 16710 Coke Posts: 1,046	I love my Oyster bracelet. But jubilee certainly goes with some ROLEX watches better... __________________ $C:\Documents and Settings\George.HOME\My Documents\My Pictures\Rolex$

10 December 2010, 08:31 AM	#49
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	For DJ's, Jubilee on fluted bezels and Oyster for smooth bezels. For Professional models, Oyster exclusively. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

10 December 2010, 02:56 PM	#55
StarSovereign "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Erik Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 116234, 116710LN Posts: 936	Jubilee bands hide wear and tear VERY well. Oysters scratch very easily...especially those with pcl's. Jubilees are also more "formal" with Oyster' being more "sporty." If you have a fluted bezel, go for the Jubilee. If you have a domed bezel go for the Oyster...just my 2 cents... __________________ Submariner 116610LN - Black Dial & Stainless Steel DateJust 116234 - White Stick Dial & Roulette Wheel GMT-Master II 116710LN - Black Dial & Green "Fouth Hand"

5 August 2009, 07:22 AM	#34
HIGH "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Quebec,Canada Watch: ROLEX DATEJUST 18K Posts: 87	ROLEX AIR KING DATE is a rare models??? Let me know

5 August 2009, 08:29 AM	#36
BLM2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: USA Posts: 361	I think the jubilee is more dressier and the oyster is more casual. JMO. Lee

5 August 2009, 02:16 PM	#37
Wolfgang427 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Wolfgang Location: New Jersey. Watch: Rolex Tudor Omega Posts: 5,592	Oyster for me.

5 August 2009, 03:29 PM	#38
keschete "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Kaya Location: Louisiana Watch: 116500 Posts: 3,575	I purchased my Rolex because the Tag I purchased was such a mess. I have a Tag ladies Link SS with the polished bezel and bracelet. After a few months, the Tag was damaged beyond fixing. I still have a dent in my bezel that can't be polished out. So I went to my AD and joined this forum and asked a lot of questions. I purchased a ladies SS DJ with the new style jubilee bracelet and hidden clasp. I have to say, with all the abuse my watch gets and the 24/7 wear, I wouldn't have anything but the jubilee bracelet. After almost 2 years of wear and abuse, my bracelet looks almost new. The oyster is gorgeous, but after having the Tag and having it all scratched up, I am happy I went with the jubilee. So my advice, if you really wear your watch...get the jubilee.

10 December 2010, 03:15 AM	#42
lancelf08 Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 22	Thanks for the info guys. I finally figured out the difference between the old jubilee and the new jubilee. Thanks!

10 December 2010, 03:22 AM	#43
lancelf08 Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 22	Which bracelet is easier to adjust? I'm leaning towards a new jubilee, but the oyster looks cool as well. I like watches that fit snug on my wrist. Which bracelet would be easier to adjust?

10 December 2010, 03:35 AM	#44
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	This is an old thread but very appropos for me. I'm very close to pulling the trigger on a new Datejust, but I've been waffling something fierce on which bracelet to get it with. To me, the Jubilee goes with the DJ like ice cream goes with the cone (I'm getting mine with the fluted bezel), but my other watches have the Oyster, which I love. I guess my biggest concern was whether the bracelet would stretch a lot over the years. Reading this thread has eased that concern. It sounds like the newer design is rock-solid. My wife's DJ has the Jubilee, and I really like the way it looks.

10 December 2010, 11:15 AM	#50
playingolf Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: USA Watch: GMTIIC,Daytona,DJ Posts: 31	Jbat, It appears that you already have a couple oyster bracelets, correct? If so, I was in the same boat having a gmt and daytona. I've always liked the jubilee bracelet and finally pulled the trigger just before the price increase. My latest addition is a DJ, fluted, jubilee, silver dial with stick markers. Huge fan of that combo... Good luck

10 December 2010, 11:35 AM	#52
tfarchio "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Todd Location: Boston Watch: Explorer I Posts: 144	Oyster all the way!! The Jubilee looks too formal IMO.

10 December 2010, 02:08 PM	#53
Osbong "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Makatiyi Location: California Watch: Rolex, Omega Posts: 220	I think osyter bracelet is cool for sport's rolex watch and jubilee is looks good on dress watch.

10 December 2010, 02:17 PM	#54
oo7 Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Julius Location: Toronto CANADA Posts: 217	They're both great choices!

10 December 2010, 03:14 PM	#56
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	Oyster on my 114270 and a Super Jubilee on my 116200. The Oyster seems perfect for the Explorer and the SJ seem perfect for the DJ. To me they make a perfect combo. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

10 December 2010, 03:45 PM	#57
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,285	I like the oyster over the jubilee....as the jubilee pulls at my arm hairs! __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

10 December 2010, 04:16 PM	#58
zhiunit "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: zhi Location: delaware Watch: grandseiko sbgj001 Posts: 374	TT DJ jubilee is BEAUTIFUL =D just my 2 cents

25 May 2011, 05:08 AM	#60
Rolex2 Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: PA, USA Posts: 164	Always preferred the Jubilee-and loose, as they always are when you buy a used Rolex. An Oyster is a watchband. A Jubilee is a bracelet--a piece of jewelry. My first Rolex was an Oyster manual with Oyster band. I traded it after 7 years for a Perpetual Date with Jubilee band.

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