Help with the difference between OP and Datejust

[btwistround]

Got a Rolex itch to scratch.

Also on a list elsewhere for a few others and mainly what arrives first really.

Originally had eyes on Batman. But let's be realistic. With this AD I don't have a sufficient purchase history and with the hype? Won't ever see daylight.

Was on list for red and yellow OP41. But those got discontinued this year. Still got the green in play.

So now my Rolex list is green OP41
Datejust 41- steel and white gold

and YM- everose or Rhodium. Not fully decided yet.

YM I'm cool with.

OP and Datejust though?

The difference I can find is:

DJ has date, precious metals and bezel option.

Other than that, sizings, water resistance, clasp, are the same for both?

[Chris]

The OP uses the 3230 cal, the DJ41 uses the 3235.

[Apwillard1986]

Clasp finishing is different.


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[btwistround]

Originally Posted by Chris

The OP uses the 3230 cal, the DJ41 uses the 3235.

DJ41 is the newer and 'more sturdy' one then?

[omar-rye]

Most important difference that matters to me (besides the date complication) is polished lugs and center links vs brushed

[Chris]

Originally Posted by btwistround

DJ41 is the newer and 'more sturdy' one then?

Its not a question of sturdiness, the 3230 is the newer movement more one of function. The 3235 is used for the date camplication.

[Harry-57]

Originally Posted by btwistround

Other than that, sizings, water resistance, clasp, are the same for both?

Do they both have the Easylink clasp?

[padi56]

Originally Posted by btwistround

DJ41 is the newer and 'more sturdy' one then?

Might be newer but more sturdy it's not it's the same as any in the DJ range.

[rambo99]

Originally Posted by Harry-57

Do they both have the Easylink clasp?

OP 41 has easylink.

[Krash]

The differences are exactly what you see on the website when comparing both. There aren’t any esoteric differences that only people on TRF would know about, except maybe the historical context of each watch.


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[Lightsped]

OP41 has brushed case and brushed Oyster. DJ41 has polished case and polished center links on Oyster and/or Jubilee. Also get bezel choice on DJ41.

Both outstanding watches. Get the one you like best.

[swissfrank]

$1750 difference if you go with smooth bezel

[btwistround]

aaah gotcha. Nothing of a real biggie then.

Thanks for the help TRF

[ArtNouveau]

I’ve had my Coral Red OP41 for a couple of months now and it’s getting lots of wrist time. Out of 12 Rolex I’ve owned since 1984 it’s only the second one with brushed bracelet. That really makes a difference in the hairline scratches that show up instantly on PCL’s. Its clasp doesn’t have the extra security fliplock but it is plenty safe. Has the Easylink and I like the engraved versus raised crown. In short it’s a very sporty all rounder while the DJ series has a dressier element to it. Subtle differences but both would make a good first/only Rolex.

[Mendota]

Originally Posted by Harry-57

Do they both have the Easylink clasp?

Yes. They all come with it now.

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