Got bit by the Rolex bug
Got bit by the Rolex bug
I think I may want a R DJ or something....
I've been on a dress watch hunt for some time now.... Those of you who have had a rolex DJ or similar model....
What do you think of it as a dress watch for the money and wrist presence.
Bill
(left field on this one I know.... feeling the waters on TZ and WUS)
I've been on a dress watch hunt for some time now.... Those of you who have had a rolex DJ or similar model....
What do you think of it as a dress watch for the money and wrist presence.
Bill
(left field on this one I know.... feeling the waters on TZ and WUS)
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
Wow, big step. I was trying them on at Lucido's on 19 mile and Scheonherr (they have alot, as much as Tourneau), and i think they are really a nice size. Heavy, but sits well on the wrist.
i say got for it! i love the Silver dial with roman numerals, thats my fave.
Good luck Bill!
i say got for it! i love the Silver dial with roman numerals, thats my fave.
Good luck Bill!
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A ss with a silver or black dial and the white gold bezel, cant go wrong with that! You might want to look at the Turnograph aswell, that is a real hidden beauty
I only had the Explorer wich is more or less the same watch without the date window. Loved it, and I will have one again.
The Black or grey dialed version of the Turnograph is on my Need to have list for sure
I only had the Explorer wich is more or less the same watch without the date window. Loved it, and I will have one again.
The Black or grey dialed version of the Turnograph is on my Need to have list for sure
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
Give the new cal.8500 aqua terra a look. They look better imo and cost a lot less new.
brad
Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
I would second this... but owning a Rolex is well a "good feeling", so I know the lure of them.brad.b wrote:Give the new cal.8500 aqua terra a look. They look better imo and cost a lot less new.
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If you really got the bug...brad.b wrote:Give the new cal.8500 aqua terra a look.
everything else will be nice (and maybe less)...
but, won't be a Rolex.
Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
mattcantwin wrote:If you really got the bug...brad.b wrote:Give the new cal.8500 aqua terra a look.
everything else will be nice (and maybe less)...
but, won't be a Rolex.
I know... sh1t
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
For a dress watch, the DJ is a classic choice. I wouldn't worry too much about wrist presence for a dress watch - in fact, you probably want it without much presence. You've got some larger watches, so the DJ isn't going to have any wrist presence compared to those.
For the money, I think Rolex is always going to be a good buy. You get a rock solid movement, long company history, and a recognizable brand (if you're into that).
A DJ is permanently on my list for a dress watch. I don't think you'd be disappointed.
For the money, I think Rolex is always going to be a good buy. You get a rock solid movement, long company history, and a recognizable brand (if you're into that).
A DJ is permanently on my list for a dress watch. I don't think you'd be disappointed.
Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
Just a nice classic dress watch that's still 100M WR..
Has decent presence at 36MM and 44MM lug to lug..
http://www.bernardwatch.com/watch/RLX3722
Mike
Has decent presence at 36MM and 44MM lug to lug..
http://www.bernardwatch.com/watch/RLX3722
Mike
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
One of the best things about this watch is how it quietly frames every life situation so well (from funerals to Monday Night Football).matt.wu wrote: I wouldn't worry too much about wrist presence for a dress watch - in fact, you probably want it without much presence.
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Another nice thing is that I never worry about it. One of my more indestructible possessions.
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
Always thought the only Rolex I'd try to get would be a Seadweller, but this is now the only one I want: (pic stolen from seller Lawrence B. over on Timezone)
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Wow Bill, big time piece.
As was already said, I think it's a great piece for dress and everyday use. It can be the 'one' watch.
Can you get to a dealer and try it on before you buy?
As was already said, I think it's a great piece for dress and everyday use. It can be the 'one' watch.
Can you get to a dealer and try it on before you buy?
WTF
Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
Yeh I did that... thats what put me over the edge.
I have my eye on a thunderbird........... like that one.
I have my eye on a thunderbird........... like that one.
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
yea, you are right. sorry for being the sensible onemattcantwin wrote:If you really got the bug...brad.b wrote:Give the new cal.8500 aqua terra a look.
everything else will be nice (and maybe less)...
but, won't be a Rolex.
brad
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
Bill, seems like this "bug" may be contagious!
Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
This and the Milgauss are my favs.Rambam wrote:A ss with a silver or black dial and the white gold bezel, cant go wrong with that! You might want to look at the Turnograph aswell, that is a real hidden beauty
I only had the Explorer wich is more or less the same watch without the date window. Loved it, and I will have one again.
The Black or grey dialed version of the Turnograph is on my Need to have list for sure
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
You can get DJ's in 40mm now also if size is a concern though I think 36 is fine for most ppl..
I think stick markers, serrated bezel and jubilee bracelet is the hot set-up personally.
I think stick markers, serrated bezel and jubilee bracelet is the hot set-up personally.
Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
You can find plenty of DJ on WUS for some good prices.
I bought a 36mm about a year ago for around $1800.00 great condition.
of course to small for me but it was for a friend.
I bought a 36mm about a year ago for around $1800.00 great condition.
of course to small for me but it was for a friend.
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Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
Love the classic, 36 mm DJ. My personal favorite is the tuxedo dial variant with the smooth, stainless steel bezel, on the oyster bracelet.
Re: Got bit by the Rolex bug
You tried one on???
HHAHAAA... you are so screwed now, brother!
Good luck!
Very nice watches on this thread too.. Chris, yours is tops!
HHAHAAA... you are so screwed now, brother!
Good luck!
Very nice watches on this thread too.. Chris, yours is tops!
VR/
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