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jcash454 · 16 August 2011, 04:26 AM

Thought this would be a great place to get some advice - saving up for my first "real" watch and I'm going back and forth between a Rolex DateJust and Omega Speedmaster.

Here's the two I'm comparing:
Ladies' Omega Speedmaster, Automatic Chronometer, Diamonds on the bezel, with the white mother of pearl dial

Datejust with white gold fluted bezel, oyster dial with diamond markers, jubilee band

I have always wanted a Rolex...but I love the sportier look of the Omega...

This will be a Christmas gift to myself if the finances work out in time, but interested in some pros / cons from this informed board - thanks in advance.

Ticking Away · 16 August 2011, 05:15 AM

I think that if you've always wanted a Rolex you should get one. The Omega SM is a great watch if you decide to get a second. But if I were to only buy "one" it would be Rolex. Classic, timeless, elegant.

The Joker · 16 August 2011, 05:16 AM

Ha, my collection is just that, speedy and DJ, but Im a bloke. I think you hit the nail on the head, do you want the sporty look or the more dressy look.

I love mine both equally but find the DJ is my go to watch, I just feel it works in more occasions. And I would say that would be even more so for a lady. And you say you always wanted a Rolex.

Both great choices, try them both on and follow your heart. You'll probably end up with both at some point. Good luck.

bob-e · 16 August 2011, 05:48 AM

Personal preference. I would go with the SM if I had to choose. But I bet you get a different opinion in the Rolex sub-forum. Both are nice. You can't really make a wrong decision here.

SUBversive · 16 August 2011, 01:59 PM

Movie knight and day has Cameron Diaz wearing a rolex ss sub. Can you pull that off? I say go with that.

sea-dweller · 16 August 2011, 02:14 PM

Both are excellent, it's up to you.

cbusjer · 17 August 2011, 12:05 AM

I had a speedy, and I never really fell in love with it (and traded it off very shortly after receiving it for a Cartier). I always wanted a DJ, but always became distracted by some other watch, until recently buying a DJ I got for a good deal. I can honestly say, HANDS DOWN!, go Datejust. It's one of the most versatile watches you can buy. While a lot of people think Subs and the like are more sporty (which they are), the Datejust is no slouch, but it also looks great with a tux (or in your case, a beautiful cocktail dress).

Just my .02

--JT

Kokyuryoku · 17 August 2011, 12:17 AM

Unless it's the Speedmaster Pro (the moon watch), I'd go with the datejust. Good luck

kcmo · 17 August 2011, 01:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ticking away

i think that if you've always wanted a rolex you should get one. The omega sm is a great watch if you decide to get a second. But if i were to only buy "one" it would be rolex. Classic, timeless, elegant.

x2!

rolexsweep · 17 August 2011, 01:18 AM

rolex, don't get me wrong love the speed master but a rolex is a rolex.

toolr · 17 August 2011, 04:22 AM

I think the Datejust is the way to go. Elegant yet sporty as well. It's never out of style.

C. Davidson · 17 August 2011, 02:46 PM

What size datejust? 31mm?

It will look more sporty with an oyster bracelet. Dressy with the jubilee bracelet.

Also, check out the meteorite diamond dial (code 5I?).

Most likely, the Datejust will be cheaper to service versus the Speedmaster.

Perdu · 20 August 2011, 11:36 AM

If I had only one watch it would be a Rolex but I see your dilemma, the SP is young and fresh looking.

dddrees · 20 August 2011, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ticking Away

I think that if you've always wanted a Rolex you should get one. The Omega SM is a great watch if you decide to get a second. But if I were to only buy "one" it would be Rolex. Classic, timeless, elegant.

If you get the Omega is your desire to get a Rolex going to go away? How long have you wanted a Rolex?

htc8p · 20 August 2011, 02:16 PM

if youre wanting bling, there's no debate go rolex

watchf · 20 August 2011, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcash454

I have always wanted a Rolex...but I love the sportier look of the Omega...

There you have it. Get the Rolex. You will always end up getting the watch you have always wanted after you get the other one so you either have to sell the other one to fund the first or end up having both. Save yourself time and money and just get the Rolex in the first place!

Kringkily · 21 August 2011, 02:09 AM

I just sold my speedy pro 50th anniversary and went Rolex shopping, ended up getting another speedy today......but I will get the Rolex, just a matter of finding one at a price I can live with lol

asadtiger · 21 August 2011, 02:26 AM

I would go Speedy but thats me...I know a lot of ppl will be more satisfied getting a Rolex if it were only one watch they get...you have to find out what works for yourself..I just really like the Speedy much more but ofcourse not for dressy wear but daily regulat wear

SWIMPRUF · 21 August 2011, 07:58 PM

Both are great and iconic. It's just up to you.

Art 1 · 21 August 2011, 10:03 PM

Speedmaster.

16 August 2011, 04:26 AM	#1
jcash454 Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Washington, DC Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 112	First "Real" Watch: Speedmaster or Datejust Thought this would be a great place to get some advice - saving up for my first "real" watch and I'm going back and forth between a Rolex DateJust and Omega Speedmaster. Here's the two I'm comparing: Ladies' Omega Speedmaster, Automatic Chronometer, Diamonds on the bezel, with the white mother of pearl dial Datejust with white gold fluted bezel, oyster dial with diamond markers, jubilee band I have always wanted a Rolex...but I love the sportier look of the Omega... This will be a Christmas gift to myself if the finances work out in time, but interested in some pros / cons from this informed board - thanks in advance.

16 August 2011, 05:16 AM	#3
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Ha, my collection is just that, speedy and DJ, but Im a bloke. I think you hit the nail on the head, do you want the sporty look or the more dressy look. I love mine both equally but find the DJ is my go to watch, I just feel it works in more occasions. And I would say that would be even more so for a lady. And you say you always wanted a Rolex. Both great choices, try them both on and follow your heart. You'll probably end up with both at some point. Good luck. Attached Images

17 August 2011, 12:17 AM	#8
Kokyuryoku "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Rye Location: Japan Watch: Sundial Posts: 2,156	Unless it's the Speedmaster Pro (the moon watch), I'd go with the datejust. Good luck __________________ 'The Way of a Warrior is based on humanity, love, and sincerity; the heart of martial valor is true bravery, wisdom, love, and friendship. Emphasis on the physical aspects of warriorship is futile, for the power of the body is always limited'*- Morihei Ueshiba -* Omega 3570.50 (77mil) Rolex 16610 (V) Rolex 1601 (1966) Seiko BM

17 August 2011, 01:18 AM	#10
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	rolex, don't get me wrong love the speed master but a rolex is a rolex. __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

17 August 2011, 02:46 PM	#12
C. Davidson "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: WXSW Watch: GMT (116710) Posts: 2,723	What size datejust? 31mm? It will look more sporty with an oyster bracelet. Dressy with the jubilee bracelet. Also, check out the meteorite diamond dial (code 5I?). Most likely, the Datejust will be cheaper to service versus the Speedmaster. __________________ -Cheers, Chris #15,634 "The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out."

16 August 2011, 05:15 AM	#2
Ticking Away "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 272	I think that if you've always wanted a Rolex you should get one. The Omega SM is a great watch if you decide to get a second. But if I were to only buy "one" it would be Rolex. Classic, timeless, elegant.

16 August 2011, 05:48 AM	#4
bob-e "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: GMTII-C Location: Nashville, TN Watch: GSAR,Omega 3572.50 Posts: 68	Personal preference. I would go with the SM if I had to choose. But I bet you get a different opinion in the Rolex sub-forum. Both are nice. You can't really make a wrong decision here.

16 August 2011, 01:59 PM	#5
SUBversive Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: ri Watch: Sun Dial Posts: 14,346	Movie knight and day has Cameron Diaz wearing a rolex ss sub. Can you pull that off? I say go with that.

16 August 2011, 02:14 PM	#6
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Both are excellent, it's up to you.

17 August 2011, 12:05 AM	#7
cbusjer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: JT Location: Columbus, Ohio Watch: Rolex 16220 DJ Posts: 208	I had a speedy, and I never really fell in love with it (and traded it off very shortly after receiving it for a Cartier). I always wanted a DJ, but always became distracted by some other watch, until recently buying a DJ I got for a good deal. I can honestly say, HANDS DOWN!, go Datejust. It's one of the most versatile watches you can buy. While a lot of people think Subs and the like are more sporty (which they are), the Datejust is no slouch, but it also looks great with a tux (or in your case, a beautiful cocktail dress). Just my .02 --JT

17 August 2011, 04:22 AM	#11
toolr 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Northwest Posts: 1,369	I think the Datejust is the way to go. Elegant yet sporty as well. It's never out of style.

20 August 2011, 11:36 AM	#13
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	If I had only one watch it would be a Rolex but I see your dilemma, the SP is young and fresh looking. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

20 August 2011, 02:16 PM	#15
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	if youre wanting bling, there's no debate go rolex

21 August 2011, 02:09 AM	#17
Kringkily "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: George Location: New York Watch: Speedmaster, Rolex Posts: 3,082	I just sold my speedy pro 50th anniversary and went Rolex shopping, ended up getting another speedy today......but I will get the Rolex, just a matter of finding one at a price I can live with lol

21 August 2011, 02:26 AM	#18
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	I would go Speedy but thats me...I know a lot of ppl will be more satisfied getting a Rolex if it were only one watch they get...you have to find out what works for yourself..I just really like the Speedy much more but ofcourse not for dressy wear but daily regulat wear

21 August 2011, 07:58 PM	#19
SWIMPRUF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: * Posts: 2,323	Both are great and iconic. It's just up to you. __________________ Member# 52,675 Est. 3/2011

21 August 2011, 10:03 PM	#20
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Speedmaster.

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