Thoughts on Datejust 2 vs Turn-O-Graph

[dgr8dude]

Hey guys, I guess once you become a watch addict, you're in it for a long time ...anyways, I wanted to add another watch in my Rolex collection (I currently only have one, a GMTIIc, wife is wearing LV, but I have an incoming SeaDweller from a trade) and I wanted to get a different looking Rolex. I'm currently looking at the new 41mm Datejust 2 with black dial with stick markers and a black dial turn-o-graph 36mm...which one is more classy looking? thanks.

[ObscureLight]

I vote for the dj2

[tkc324]

I think the most classy looking dj would be the original 36mm size. The turn-o-graph is a very nice looking watch... i especially like the red second hand with roulette date dial. It a very striking combination.

If you like the DJ2... i would suggest looking at the rhodium dial... the lume on those numbers and hands are super nice.

My vote goes to the TOG.

[Brushpup]

Originally Posted by tkc324

I think the most classy looking dj would be the original 36mm size. The turn-o-graph is a very nice looking watch... i especially like the red second hand with roulette date dial. It a very striking combination.

If you like the DJ2... i would suggest looking at the rhodium dial... the lume on those numbers and hands are super nice.

My vote goes to the TOG.

Mine too. IMO a much better looking watch.

[Gerardus]

TOG for me.

[SCD]

For bling, DJII. For classy, TOG, no doubt.

[Rolesor]

Originally Posted by SCD

For bling, DJII. For classy, TOG, no doubt.

x2 although both with fluted bezels so the TOG will still have a slight bling element to it!

[pz93c]

TOG.

The DJII's proportions are..... off.

[rmfnla]

Originally Posted by pz93c

TOG.

The DJII's proportions are..... off.

You're just not used to it yet.

Give it time.

[Strut99GT]

Originally Posted by SCD

For bling, DJII. For classy, TOG, no doubt.

Ditto.

[ersnyder]

IMO, the TOG is the classiest of the two.

[dgr8dude]

thanks for the suggestions...any ideas how much TOGs are worth?

[CKLinLA]

I think it depends what 'classy' means to you. It is personal,
and varies. I associate it more with classic styles than more
modern styles/sizing, so it would have to be the TOG

[dgr8dude]

looks like TOGs with the red seconds hand and red date are about $5k in eBay....Since my watches are all somewhat similar looking, I wanted to get a different looking Rolex and the DJ2 and TOG looks like a good fit.

[The GMT Master]

I'd vote DJ II, I've never been a fan of the TOG

[Jackxv]

TOG white dial is my grail for now.

Love it


Jack

[Chipmunk]

DJ II.....good luck.

[sturgeon123456]

I think it depends on the dial. The TOG is more sporty due to the rotating numbers bezel, the DJ2 is more classy and substantial IMO.

[tomchicago]

Originally Posted by dgr8dude

Hey guys, I guess once you become a watch addict, you're in it for a long time ...anyways, I wanted to add another watch in my Rolex collection (I currently only have one, a GMTIIc, wife is wearing LV, but I have an incoming SeaDweller from a trade) and I wanted to get a different looking Rolex. I'm currently looking at the new 41mm Datejust 2 with black dial with stick markers and a black dial turn-o-graph 36mm...which one is more classy looking? thanks.

if 36mm works on your wrist, get the turnograph. datejust ii is a great concept, but i just found that bezel way too honking big flash on my wrist. if they made a smooth bezel datejust ii it would be close to perfect.

[slcbbrown]

One of my favorites is an older TOG-- TT with a black face. It's a great balance of dressy and sporty in a traditional 36mm size that I think wears larger than the same DJ. That's no knock on the DJ's. I've got those, too.

[Warnsboy]

Both beautiful.......but I think in the in the case and after trying them on the DJII will win out.

[scl6118]

Without question, DJII!

[dgr8dude]

Thanks guys for the insights, however, after trying on the TOG from my brother's friend, I realized that its kind of small than I used to...so I now narrowed my search between the DateJust II with black dial/white sticks and the non GV Milgauss...I'll open a new thread shortly...thanks!

[SCD]

Originally Posted by dgr8dude

Thanks guys for the insights, however, after trying on the TOG from my brother's friend, I realized that its kind of small than I used to...so I now narrowed my search between the DateJust II with black dial/white sticks and the non GV Milgauss...I'll open a new thread shortly...thanks!

Consider having a variety of sizes. My smallest is my Air King. My biggest is a Breitling Superocean Heritage, at about 46mm. I really like having totally different sized watches. It's part of the fun of having a collection. I don't see the need to decide on one "right" size. They're all good...(though there limits I suppose).

[sturgeon123456]

The proportions seem fine on my DJ2

Maybe someone needs to advise Rolex that they are off

[brandxbrand]

IMHO, I cannot see what people see in the TOG. It looks dated, the number markings come off as cheap, and from a distance, looks like something you'd get out of those claw machines at the shore.

Just my .2

[Shadi]

Originally Posted by brandxbrand

IMHO, I cannot see what people see in the TOG. It looks dated, the number markings come off as cheap, and from a distance, looks like something you'd get out of those claw machines at the shore.

Just my .2

I agree, which is why I wouldn't necessarily see it as "classy". The classic is the DJ, and the DJII is its modern style.

[ParisDakarBmw]

The Turn-o-graph looks great, but is too small for me. I wish it was the size of the DJ II.

[dgr8dude]

Now that I've seen the TOG in the flesh this afternoon, I realized it's not my thing... narrowed down my search between the DJ2 and Millie.....

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