Datejust 41 black vs slate dial

[JohnnyW]

I have the black, but in TT and it really pops in sunlight.

[Beginner]

Originally Posted by Weber35

Hey everyone,

I have been on the waitlist for a Datejust 41 (fluted bezel, oyster bracelet). My preference was a black dial. I just got the call for the configuration I want but in a slate dial. It looks pretty sweet from the pictures. Does anyone have any experience with these dial colors? Any reason to prefer one over the other? Any thoughts would be appreciated. I'm going to try on this afternoon to see it in the metal. Many thanks.

Photos below.

Both are really nice but the slate dial is special.

More importantly, get what you like!

Congrats

[crazycarlitos]

Black dial offers better legibility imo

The slate dial above is too cold for me. I prefer the slate Wimbledon dial.

Between the two above, I would pick black.

[crazycarlitos]

Duplicate

[Dav1dB]

I’ve been on the list for a slate dial DJ since September 2021 and was offered the black dial last month. Let’s say I’m still waiting.

[Robf52]

Slate.

[Weber35]

Thanks, everyone, for your thoughts--much appreciated. I left the AD with the DJ 41 this afternoon! Was there any doubt? I couldn't be happier. I would post pics, but I'm not sure how (looks like it needs to be web based). Anyways, cheers!

[bestwatch1]

Slate. Looks amazing when you are outdoors.

[Soultime]

Originally Posted by duquephart

Give serious consideration to slate/plain bezel/jubilee.

Like this.

[Maxtor]

Congrats. Beautiful watch.

[mac_135]

Slate 100%. So many other black dials out there. This is my favourite configuration, picked mine up last year.

[samson66]

Originally Posted by Weber35

Thanks, everyone, for your thoughts--much appreciated. I left the AD with the DJ 41 this afternoon! Was there any doubt? I couldn't be happier. I would post pics, but I'm not sure how (looks like it needs to be web based). Anyways, cheers!

Congratulations! Great choice

And as I stated earlier there was pretty much no doubt.

Post some pics. Try Imgur for photo hosting. Or you can use Tapatalk app to upload pics directly from your phone

[Weber35]

Originally Posted by samson66

Congratulations! Great choice

And as I stated earlier there was pretty much no doubt.

Post some pics. Try Imgur for photo hosting. Or you can use Tapatalk app to upload pics directly from your phone

Haha.. Yea, I chuckled when I saw your first post, knowing you were likely dead on. I'll try Imgur.

[Weber35]

https://imgur.com/a/lmYB3pD

[samson66]

Originally Posted by Weber35

Haha.. Yea, I chuckled when I saw your first post, knowing you were likely dead on. I'll try Imgur.

Originally Posted by Weber35

https://imgur.com/a/lmYB3pD

Ha! Been there done that. You can check my thread from last year on the same topic.

Here's some help with the pics. Beautiful watch

[alund]

I would go with Slate dial

[Utomow]

Go with slate, it is more exclusive


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[carwash66]

Black stick is my vote.
Classy and legible.
Shorts or suit, it works.

[dannyboy123]

Out of interest I have a Slate YM, is the DJ colour identical?

[JohnRogue]

Slate or grey is a very trendy shade right now. In the Northeast region of the U.S. (were I live) greys have become the most popular color choice for new cars among many buyers.

I would hold out for your main choice of the black dial. 1) Because that was your first instinct and the most likely way to avoid any buyers remorse 2) Not to let trends effect your decision making, after-all a champagne dial two-tone Datejust was once the most popular model they sold. 3) All Rolex is so hard to get right now. I would hate to have to play the AD game all over again in case you change your mind.

[Beginner]

Originally Posted by Weber35

https://imgur.com/a/lmYB3pD

Congrats!

Awesome looking watch!

[mg18]

Originally Posted by Weber35

https://imgur.com/a/lmYB3pD

Congrats! This is my favourite combo for the DJ41 at the moment. I know most recommend the jubilee, but I still prefer oyster as an every day, and jubilee to add later if you want to mix it up.

Enjoy it!