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Old 25 November 2023, 10:15 PM   #1
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My first Rolex
Hi all.

Intro: first Swiss watch was an Oris artilier. My 2nd watch was an omega seamaster 2254.50.

And now my first ever Rolex. Expression of interest put down for the explorer 36mm, datejust 36mm and OP 36. Did this on October 1st 2023.

Followed up 2 days ago via email to try my luck for an early Christmas present. Got a call yesterday and they have the DJ 36 126200 black dial, smooth and oyster bracelet. Without hesitation I said YES! Picked it up today. I’m from Sydney, Australia. Either I got very lucky or this piece is easy to get these days. Put my expression of interest at 2 other AD’s but nothing.

Some pics here. Let me know what you think! Is it a sunburst dial? Wrist I think around 6.25”.

Thanks.
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Old 4 December 2023, 12:01 AM   #2
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Old 4 December 2023, 01:57 AM   #3
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Old 4 December 2023, 08:08 AM   #5
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Old 5 December 2023, 02:02 AM   #6
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Old 19 December 2023, 04:19 AM   #7
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Thanks all! I’m already thinking to get a 36mm green OP. Would it be a good 2 watch Rolex collection?
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Old 20 December 2023, 07:07 AM   #8
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Thanks! Don’t think my DJ will go well with a jubilee bracelet?
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Old 20 December 2023, 04:30 PM   #9
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Great piece. Simplicity at its finest.
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Old 22 December 2023, 09:11 AM   #10
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Nice pick up. Get ready for your second one!!
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Old 23 December 2023, 01:52 AM   #11
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The 36mm size is the only way to go for a datejust. Looks great. A 36mm OP would be nice, yes, but it is fairly similar. I like older models. Why not snag a 5 digit reference like a 14270 explorer. That would be a better combo than the OP IMO.
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Old 23 December 2023, 05:30 AM   #12
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The 36mm size is the only way to go for a datejust. Looks great. A 36mm OP would be nice, yes, but it is fairly similar. I like older models. Why not snag a 5 digit reference like a 14270 explorer. That would be a better combo than the OP IMO.
Thanks. Yeah not a bad idea! Only thing is I suppose they are both black faced watches.
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Old 23 December 2023, 04:25 PM   #13
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The 36mm size is the only way to go for a datejust. Looks great. A 36mm OP would be nice, yes, but it is fairly similar. I like older models. Why not snag a 5 digit reference like a 14270 explorer. That would be a better combo than the OP IMO.
Agree.
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Old 26 December 2023, 01:09 AM   #14
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Congrats on the first Rolex ! Got mine recently too, it’s such an awesome feeling isn’t It ?
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Old 26 December 2023, 12:11 PM   #15
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Congrats on the first Rolex ! Got mine recently too, it’s such an awesome feeling isn’t It ?
Thank you! Yes very good feeling!
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Old 27 December 2023, 12:15 PM   #16
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Congratulations! good-looking.
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Old 27 December 2023, 11:03 PM   #17
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Old 28 December 2023, 05:16 AM   #18
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Welcome to the forum.Nice Rolex.
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Old 28 December 2023, 07:05 AM   #19
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Thx all!

Do you think a jubilee bracelet will go with this smooth face?

Already got me thinking if I should get a jubilee bracelet for some versatility. I.e keep both bracelets. Not sure if this is even possible ?
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Old 28 December 2023, 06:44 PM   #20
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Congrats!! And yes to the jubilee the smooth bezel will keep it from looking too busy
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Old 30 December 2023, 10:42 AM   #21
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Old 4 January 2024, 09:51 PM   #23
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In Japan now, looking for an OP. Not holding my breath :)
Will also be in Singapore soon, assuming same chances, I.e 0%?
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Old 5 January 2024, 04:27 AM   #24
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Congrats OP, nice pick up.
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Old 9 January 2024, 10:48 PM   #25
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Beautiful piece! Green OP in 36 or 41 would be a great addition!
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Old 10 January 2024, 05:23 AM   #26
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Beautiful piece! Green OP in 36 or 41 would be a great addition!
Thx. Trying to track one down!
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Old 10 January 2024, 06:16 PM   #27
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it's a beauty! Congrats
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Old 14 January 2024, 10:43 PM   #28
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Looks Great.
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Old 27 February 2024, 01:31 PM   #30
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The 36mm size is the only way to go for a datejust. Looks great. A 36mm OP would be nice, yes, but it is fairly similar. I like older models. Why not snag a 5 digit reference like a 14270 explorer. That would be a better combo than the OP IMO.
I’m picking up a new 6 digit explorer 124270 in 10 days time. Will have a 2 watch collection along with my current datejust. I’m done shopping for a while…
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