DJ for 30+ old?

[hendry88]

Hi, I love collecting watches from any brands, but everything change suddenly when I got my first W series 16234WR DJ. I've seen many models and I can see that major youngers prefer sport models like SD and GMT, but when I'm still 32, I much like the classic looks of DJ and planning to collect more in the future. Am I out of date or are there others like me? Thanks.

[ezod]

I'm your age and I love the classic look of DJ's. I have a DJ(ss/roman white dial) and a SD. Two very different looks. Both equally wearable. I say 'wear what you like'.

[mpower78]

I'm your age (30) and I got my first Rolex, TT DJ with Diamond dial for my wedding gift when I got married at 25. now I have TT DJ and Sub w/date (M serial). Looking to purchase IWC portuguese in next year!

[gmtobsessed]

Wear what you like, dont have to follow the crowd.
I'm 22 and was given tt DJ. I dont it like at first, looks old,
then the more I wear it the more I like it

[bodybump]

[/SIZE][QUOTE=hendry88;776696]Hi, I love collecting watches from any brands, but everything change suddenly when I got my first W series 16234WR DJ. I've seen many models and I can see that major youngers prefer sport models like SD and GMT, but when I'm still 32, I much like the classic looks of DJ and planning to collect more in the future. Am I out of date or are there others like me? Thanks.[/QUOTE

I got my first watch last week posted on my avatar and love it..then saw this forum and my life changes so fast now i want to sell my one week old watch for a daytona!!!! hahahahaha

[C. Davidson]

Originally Posted by hendry88

Hi, I love collecting watches from any brands, but everything change suddenly when I got my first W series 16234WR DJ. I've seen many models and I can see that major youngers prefer sport models like SD and GMT, but when I'm still 32, I much like the classic looks of DJ and planning to collect more in the future. Am I out of date or are there others like me? Thanks.

Professional models are all the rage right now....but who knows in a few years. Its your money, wear what you like. If you like the classic styling of the Datejust, go and get more! Life's too short to follow the crowd, go with your heart, you will never regret it.

[akhamdani]

I think DJ is a beautiful watch for all ages.

[Tools]

The DJ is an excellent choice no matter what your age..

And you can get so many dial and bezel/bracelet combinations, there's something for everybody..

[BigHat]

The big problem around here at times is people have to create a poll to be told what they should like.
I applaud your variety of brands and a willingness to wear what you like. Case size, gold, TT, SS, etc -- there are no rules other than wearing what you like.

That said I'd caution against wearing a diamond encrusting 26mm Lady DJ.

[Z-Sub]

there is no rule that you must have sports models here. I don't have one but bought a mid size one for my wife with MOP and diamond dials. It's stunning watch on her and I love it.

[NickJames]

Originally Posted by Tools

The DJ is an excellent choice no matter what your age..

And you can get so many dial and bezel/bracelet combinations, there's something for everybody..

Agreed. The combinations for DJ's are immense.

[Jocke]

I believe that is a old man watch and that is the reason why JJ never get one.

Come on man if you like it, just get it. Period.

Don´t listen to what other guys says about it.

Jocke

[Dan Pierce]

THe DJ is a classic Rolex and works great for any age.
dP

[Quicksilver]

All Rolex models are timeless and ageless. I have seen young and old alike wear both the professional and DJ models. Look at the famous people wearing Rolex watches thread - you will see some very young people, such as the Jonas Brothers, wearing DJ's and some quite old ones wearing both Sub's, Daytonas and DJ's.

In many ways the DJ is quite a young persons watch - I have heard many on this site comment that their first Rolex, as quite a young man, was a DJ.

Also, some of the current DJ dial combinations are quite snazzy and contemporary - not something you would associate with an old timer's watch.

Go for it - DJ is not an older mans watch and is pure superior Rolex. The key thing is what you like.

[chriseskew24]

Im 28 and prefer the clasic/timeless look of the dj I do love sports models as well but my first was a date model Rolex....

[Brianm]

I got my first watch last week posted on my avatar and love it..then saw this forum and my life changes so fast now i want to sell my one week old watch for a daytona!!!! hahahahaha[/QUOTE]

I'll trade you my 3 week old ExpII for your one week old TOG!

[golfball123]

why not.. ?

[MrRetep]

I find the DJ VERY VERY attractive It sits second on my wish list. And I am half your age( Yes Im a youngen) So In my opinion, I dont think age should play a factor in what watch you want, If you like it get and enjoy it

[stockjock1975]

I certainly don't want to get the great people here at TRF upset with me, but I will take the opposite side to this question and say that I DO feel that the DJ may be more at home on a persons wrist that has some miles behind them, so to speak. Perhaps it's just my personal life experience that is in play here that forms my opinion. Both of my grandfathers regularly wore DJ and I have just come to associate that particular model with seniority and age. As such, when I purchased my first rollie, I tried on a DJ..... but ultimately went with a sport model (16610) because I just felt it was better suited for a younger person.

I guess we all have things that we associate with different stages in life. For example, my wife will under no circumstances ever, ever, ever drive a minivan. She just feels that that is a symbol of old age. In her mind, she associates this type of vehicle "old women" driving kids to soccer practice. Even though we have kids now and a minivan would make all the sense in the world for our lifestyle, that is just one barrier my wife refuses to cross. Don't get me wrong, the minivan is a terrific piece of machinery, as is the DJ. So I guess what I am saying is that the DJ is my manly version of the minivan!

Please don't misunderstand my comments.... I feel that the DJ is a beautiful timepiece and I further agree that we should each chose to wear what "smiles back at us". And if the DJ does just that for someone in their 20's or 30's then more power to you. Just my $.02.

[redshirt1957]

Originally Posted by BigHat

That said I'd caution against wearing a diamond encrusting 26mm Lady DJ.

And to think that I have held your opinions and open-mindedness in such high regard. I am shocked, deeply saddened, and crestfallen at your post.

[ttannert]

I am 34 and I love my DJ. It was my first Rolex and I wear it all of the time. Get what feels good on your wrist and don't worry about want anyone thinks. Good luck!

[Widows Son]

I too love the DJ. I have a TT Date with a white dial and Roman Numerals. Very elegant especially when I put a black strap on it. I don't have any Rolex sport watches. Since I don't dive, my vintage Speedy Pro fills that void. I also have a SS Airking for casual dress. PS, buy and wear whatever you like!!!

[superman]

Originally Posted by hendry88

Hi, I love collecting watches from any brands, but everything change suddenly when I got my first W series 16234WR DJ. I've seen many models and I can see that major youngers prefer sport models like SD and GMT, but when I'm still 32, I much like the classic looks of DJ and planning to collect more in the future. Am I out of date or are there others like me? Thanks.

I dont think I buy/wear my rolex just because he/she has it. Or because a lot of people my age wear it. I'd like to see it on my wrist because I was attracted to it. "they do really smile at you". Im 25 and I have a DJ and an AK. Sometimes the shadows of the sportsmodels (SUBDATE) come to haunt me in my sleep... ok not sometimes.. almost on a daily basis now.. but I love my watches and I wear 'em coz I bought them and they fit me perfectly.

[hendry88]

Hi, thanks for all replies. I just came back from a 2 days vacation and can only reply now. It's great to find out that still many people my age wearing DJ and I'll not looks oldie. Wearing the Rolex does pump up my self-confidence and like everybody says: the classic looks last forever. I just wonder if the jubilee bracelet will handle tougher wearing condition, eq swimming in the sea or hiking, which may cause the watch contact with hard material. I'm asking this question because of the "fragile" looks of the jubilee bracelet. Thanks again.

[rocco1109]

Get a "sporty" DJ!!

[mlb]

I'm 23 and wear a SS DJ

[ezod]

I'm 30ish and love my DJ. But, I also split some time with my SD.

[hendry88]

I like rocco's black Turn O Graph, but can you tell me what is Turn O Graph? What is the difference from others without Turn O Graph?

[carbon6]

Who cares what others think as long and you enjoy wearing it. My first Rolex was a TT DJ but because it was the Rolex to get. I soon realized that I seldom work it because it was too dressy. So I flipped it and got a Sub LV instead. Buy what you like and like what you buy.

[hendry88]

Here's my 16234WR, looks very like as ezod's blue roman