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actionkwj · 9 May 2014, 07:18 AM

I've been checking out Rolex's new line of watches and was interested in a Sub Ceramic as the classic diver. Once I saw it on my wrist (8"), it actually looked smaller than I anticipated... probably because most photos on wrist are smaller than mine.

The clerk recommended I look at a Datejust II and I was not interested in the fluted bezel as it's just too loud for me, but... she suggested I check out the smooth bezel (just happened to be silver face with stick dial) and I was truly surprised. It really sung out to me.

I believe part of this is in fact because it's 41mm (not 40mm) and the light dial and lack of a bezel provide the watch a larger "look". I've gone back twice to try these on and the Datejust II is definitely more comfortable as well and I actually like the polished center links.

What do you think? Does the SubC look too small on me? Is the Datejust II a better fit on my big wrist? I would not have believed this before, but I'm leaning toward the Datejust II.

Thoughts? Comments? Just looking for feedback. Best

Tools · 9 May 2014, 08:48 AM

No, the Subc does not look to small..

FTX I · 9 May 2014, 08:56 AM

Sub.

Wesley Crusher · 9 May 2014, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by actionkwj

Thoughts? Comments? Just looking for feedback. Best

Welcome to TRF!

Regardless what we think, it sounds like you really prefer the DJII. Both look good on you, but if you like the DJII more, you should buy it. You can always buy a Sub later!

thomaspp · 9 May 2014, 09:01 AM

Dj!

sportsmaven20 · 9 May 2014, 09:24 AM

The DJII is a great choice (comfort, PCLs). Go with your gut and post some wrist shots of the DJII once you pull the trigger.

BTW, the SubC does not look too small.

MortgageGuy · 9 May 2014, 09:25 AM

Welcome to TRF! honestly you cannot go wrong and it is all about personal preference. For me I am more of a Sub/GMT guy rather than the DJ but they are all beautiful. IMO the Sub looks great on your wrist and the size difference being so minimal at 1mm doesn't make that big of a difference.

That being said based on your post it sounds like you really prefer the DJ2 and if that is the case that would be the one I chose

second time · 9 May 2014, 09:36 AM

Those fat stick markers on the DJ11 do not do the watch justice IMO. Go the sub, it looks great.

Ector495 · 9 May 2014, 09:39 AM

It seems like you are being pulled to the DJII. There's nothing wrong with that, if that's what you want. I like the DJII, however I don't dress up that often, so I stick with the sport watches. There are those that can pull off the DJII with jeans and a t-shirt. Pick the best one for you, comfort is the most important I think.

P.S. You could get both!!!

Urosfan · 9 May 2014, 10:10 AM

Subc

Rusty888 · 9 May 2014, 10:26 AM

I'm almost in the same boat. Gmt blnr v datejust ii with fluted bezel.

I agree that when you put it on next to a dJii it does look comparably small. However by itself it's fine.

I'm leaning towards the djii.

LuxuryTimeImports · 10 May 2014, 01:59 AM

The Sub all the way its classic

floater156 · 10 May 2014, 02:03 AM

ExpIi

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elcompa · 10 May 2014, 02:04 AM

I think either one alone will look great. However, for an 8 inch wrist, I might, might, might give the very slight advantage to the light dial DJ2 for the reasons you state (almost optical illusion).

I would would give further advantage to the DJ2 if you tend more toward suits / formal wear.

AK797 · 10 May 2014, 05:02 AM

Your pics are too close in to tell, ideally you need to be at least 12 inches away, but if you have 8 inch wrists then I imagine the larger DJ2 would suit you better.

Time Collector · 10 May 2014, 05:07 AM

I vote Sub-C , but you have to listen to which one is singing the loudest to you.

Gerardus · 10 May 2014, 05:07 AM

SUB C 100% for me

rmfnla · 10 May 2014, 05:17 AM

I thing the domed bezel looks much better than the flat you are considering, and that might help you make up your mind...

SearChart · 10 May 2014, 05:19 AM

Not a fan of the DJ II, I would pick the Sub.

Dr DRW · 10 May 2014, 05:39 AM

SubC

Tankbottoms · 10 May 2014, 05:44 AM

Sub C with no regrets......for me anyhow!

cop414 · 10 May 2014, 05:49 AM

I think that the SubC looks fine on your wrist but as you said the DJ sang to you... you'll probably end up with both anyway so really the question that you're asking is which one do you get first. Welcome to TRF, great bunch here!

The Libertine · 10 May 2014, 05:49 AM

The watches are very different in both style, function and purpose. Are you looking for something casual/sporty or more formal?

14060m · 10 May 2014, 06:10 AM

Subc

superdog · 10 May 2014, 06:16 AM

Join date 2011. First post, yesterday. Lets hope for a few more in the next few years.

That out of the way:

two extremely different watches. i personally think the DJII looks awesome on you. additionally, i think the sub is amazing too, but the DJ is much nicer.

AND, i think the DJII is far more versatile. you can do literally anything in that watch.

that would be my pick. good luck, either way, you win.

yahoo_mks · 10 May 2014, 06:17 AM

Either way you'll have a great watch (and probably another watch you'll start saving up for...)

Welcome and good luck!

j.alex · 10 May 2014, 06:23 AM

Both, that would be a great combo.

nickb732 · 10 May 2014, 06:34 AM

SubC

Pajaha1 · 10 May 2014, 06:42 AM

DJ2 FTW!

I never understand the "X or Y?" threads.. You've gotta get the one that you love, not the one that gets more votes.

sco · 10 May 2014, 06:54 AM

I'm wondering if the smooth bezel on the DJII is a scratch magnet... that won't be an issue with the Sub..

Even though I'm not in the "dress up nicely and wear your sub" club you can dress it up if you want. With that said, If your lifestyle is a little more dressy I would vote DJII.

9 May 2014, 07:18 AM	#1
actionkwj "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: san diego Watch: me soak up the sun Posts: 1,245	SubC or Datejust II I've been checking out Rolex's new line of watches and was interested in a Sub Ceramic as the classic diver. Once I saw it on my wrist (8"), it actually looked smaller than I anticipated... probably because most photos on wrist are smaller than mine. The clerk recommended I look at a Datejust II and I was not interested in the fluted bezel as it's just too loud for me, but... she suggested I check out the smooth bezel (just happened to be silver face with stick dial) and I was truly surprised. It really sung out to me. I believe part of this is in fact because it's 41mm (not 40mm) and the light dial and lack of a bezel provide the watch a larger "look". I've gone back twice to try these on and the Datejust II is definitely more comfortable as well and I actually like the polished center links. What do you think? Does the SubC look too small on me? Is the Datejust II a better fit on my big wrist? I would not have believed this before, but I'm leaning toward the Datejust II. Thoughts? Comments? Just looking for feedback. Best Attached Images

9 May 2014, 08:48 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	No, the Subc does not look to small.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

9 May 2014, 09:01 AM	#5
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	Dj! __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

9 May 2014, 09:25 AM	#7
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Welcome to TRF! honestly you cannot go wrong and it is all about personal preference. For me I am more of a Sub/GMT guy rather than the DJ but they are all beautiful. IMO the Sub looks great on your wrist and the size difference being so minimal at 1mm doesn't make that big of a difference. That being said based on your post it sounds like you really prefer the DJ2 and if that is the case that would be the one I chose __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

9 May 2014, 09:39 AM	#9
Ector495 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: North Carolina Watch: 16622 Posts: 1,097	It seems like you are being pulled to the DJII. There's nothing wrong with that, if that's what you want. I like the DJII, however I don't dress up that often, so I stick with the sport watches. There are those that can pull off the DJII with jeans and a t-shirt. Pick the best one for you, comfort is the most important I think. P.S. You could get both!!! __________________ Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgement that something else is more important than fear. - Ambrose Redmoon

9 May 2014, 08:56 AM	#3
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Sub.

9 May 2014, 09:24 AM	#6
sportsmaven20 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Randy Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,925	The DJII is a great choice (comfort, PCLs). Go with your gut and post some wrist shots of the DJII once you pull the trigger. BTW, the SubC does not look too small.

9 May 2014, 09:36 AM	#8
second time "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Here Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 363	Those fat stick markers on the DJ11 do not do the watch justice IMO. Go the sub, it looks great.

9 May 2014, 10:10 AM	#10
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Subc

9 May 2014, 10:26 AM	#11
Rusty888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Shaun Location: Australia Watch: GMT IIc BLNR Posts: 363	I'm almost in the same boat. Gmt blnr v datejust ii with fluted bezel. I agree that when you put it on next to a dJii it does look comparably small. However by itself it's fine. I'm leaning towards the djii.

10 May 2014, 01:59 AM	#12
LuxuryTimeImports "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: PAUL Location: Aventura, FL Watch: Love Them All Posts: 440	The Sub all the way its classic

10 May 2014, 02:03 AM	#13
floater156 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Wisconsin Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,984	ExpIi Sent from my XT907 using Tapatalk __________________ Lead by example through production.

10 May 2014, 02:04 AM	#14
elcompa "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: North Carolina Watch: DD 118206 Posts: 1,858	I think either one alone will look great. However, for an 8 inch wrist, I might, might, might give the very slight advantage to the light dial DJ2 for the reasons you state (almost optical illusion). I would would give further advantage to the DJ2 if you tend more toward suits / formal wear.

10 May 2014, 05:02 AM	#15
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Your pics are too close in to tell, ideally you need to be at least 12 inches away, but if you have 8 inch wrists then I imagine the larger DJ2 would suit you better.

10 May 2014, 05:07 AM	#16
Time Collector "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Anthony Location: California Watch: Rolex/AP/Panerai Posts: 1,641	I vote Sub-C , but you have to listen to which one is singing the loudest to you. __________________ "You can never buy back Time, so spend it wisely."

10 May 2014, 05:07 AM	#17
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,140	SUB C 100% for me __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

10 May 2014, 05:17 AM	#18
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	I thing the domed bezel looks much better than the flat you are considering, and that might help you make up your mind... Attached Images __________________ Today, I believe my jurisdiction ends here... Lug Hole Lover®

10 May 2014, 05:39 AM	#20
Dr DRW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: David Location: Dallas, Tx Watch: Divers Posts: 323	SubC

10 May 2014, 05:44 AM	#21
Tankbottoms "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Sam Location: Los Angeles Watch: 116610ln Posts: 18	Sub C with no regrets......for me anyhow!

10 May 2014, 05:49 AM	#22
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,230	I think that the SubC looks fine on your wrist but as you said the DJ sang to you... you'll probably end up with both anyway so really the question that you're asking is which one do you get first. Welcome to TRF, great bunch here! __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

10 May 2014, 05:49 AM	#23
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	The watches are very different in both style, function and purpose. Are you looking for something casual/sporty or more formal?

10 May 2014, 06:10 AM	#24
14060m "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Watch: 116610 , 16233 Posts: 1,802	Subc __________________

10 May 2014, 06:16 AM	#25
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,829	Join date 2011. First post, yesterday. Lets hope for a few more in the next few years. That out of the way: two extremely different watches. i personally think the DJII looks awesome on you. additionally, i think the sub is amazing too, but the DJ is much nicer. AND, i think the DJII is far more versatile. you can do literally anything in that watch. that would be my pick. good luck, either way, you win. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

10 May 2014, 06:17 AM	#26
yahoo_mks "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: California Watch: 116300 / 16570 Posts: 295	Either way you'll have a great watch (and probably another watch you'll start saving up for...) Welcome and good luck!

10 May 2014, 06:23 AM	#27
j.alex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Brazil Posts: 554	Both, that would be a great combo.

10 May 2014, 06:34 AM	#28
nickb732 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Nicholas Location: UK Posts: 2,630	SubC __________________ Nick

10 May 2014, 06:42 AM	#29
Pajaha1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Paul Location: NJ USA Watch: 116334 Posts: 8	DJ2 FTW! I never understand the "X or Y?" threads.. You've gotta get the one that you love, not the one that gets more votes.

10 May 2014, 06:54 AM	#30
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	I'm wondering if the smooth bezel on the DJII is a scratch magnet... that won't be an issue with the Sub.. Even though I'm not in the "dress up nicely and wear your sub" club you can dress it up if you want. With that said, If your lifestyle is a little more dressy I would vote DJII.

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