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advan24r · 21 August 2012, 06:46 AM

Now that I just got this new Zenith in (2010 Model BRAND NEW 36'000 VPH). I am beginning to like the DJ II Stainless Steel. It's a very hard decision. I probably get more bang out of the Zenith but probably not RESALE (I did get it at a GREAT GREAT PRICE considering what preowned ones are going for) until many many many years down the road.

What do you guys think? I already own a Rolex Explorer II (M series) if that helps and similar in looks. I understand this is a rolex forum so I may get bias answers but would see what everyone thinks?

77T · 21 August 2012, 06:54 AM

Yes, go buy a DJ-II - post some wrist shots!

floater156 · 21 August 2012, 06:56 AM

I know Zenith has a great reputation, but it just does not stir any of my emotions. Zenith and Rolex both make great watches with a lot of history, but I'd go with the Rolex DJII any day of the week.

MrLee · 21 August 2012, 07:00 AM

Rolex all day long, no inclination for a zenith at all

karmatp · 21 August 2012, 07:09 AM

I am not a chrono fan so I prefer the new DJII with the smooth bezel. The only chrono I would even consider wearing is the iconic Speedy Pro, or a couple of the IWC chrono's.

esm · 21 August 2012, 07:13 AM

I like Zenith, but not that one.
I'd go with a DJII, but not with a smooth bezel.

amvd · 21 August 2012, 08:18 AM

rolex for me

The GMT Master · 21 August 2012, 08:20 AM

A Zenith Striking Tenth would sway me more than the model pictured

TimingIsEverything · 21 August 2012, 08:35 AM

I love the Zenith, this exact watch with a different dial is on my future radar.

Adam K. · 21 August 2012, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

A Zenith Striking Tenth would sway me more than the model pictured

Agree. Would add, if you don't already have a Rolex...get the DJ you desire. If you DO, then get the Zenith. An elegant chronograph with a legendary (manufacture) movement. Good to have some variety in the rotation/collection.

Hairdude1 · 21 August 2012, 02:53 PM

DJII is sweet

malarky_hk · 21 August 2012, 03:01 PM

@advan24r, congrats the purchase. I see your new toy has arrived. Thanks again for the tips on the Ashford site.

As for your dilemma, you're comparing two different types of watches - so it's not apples-to-apples. I personally like the Zenith and suggest you add it to your rotation to mix things up.

21 August 2012, 06:46 AM	#1
advan24r "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 85	Rolex DJ II w/SMOOTH BEZEL or ZENITH 36'000 VPH Now that I just got this new Zenith in (2010 Model BRAND NEW 36'000 VPH). I am beginning to like the DJ II Stainless Steel. It's a very hard decision. I probably get more bang out of the Zenith but probably not RESALE (I did get it at a GREAT GREAT PRICE considering what preowned ones are going for) until many many many years down the road. What do you guys think? I already own a Rolex Explorer II (M series) if that helps and similar in looks. I understand this is a rolex forum so I may get bias answers but would see what everyone thinks?

21 August 2012, 06:54 AM	#2
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,942	Yes, go buy a DJ-II - post some wrist shots! __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

21 August 2012, 06:56 AM	#3
floater156 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Wisconsin Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,984	I know Zenith has a great reputation, but it just does not stir any of my emotions. Zenith and Rolex both make great watches with a lot of history, but I'd go with the Rolex DJII any day of the week. __________________ Lead by example through production.

21 August 2012, 07:09 AM	#5
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I am not a chrono fan so I prefer the new DJII with the smooth bezel. The only chrono I would even consider wearing is the iconic Speedy Pro, or a couple of the IWC chrono's. __________________ My grails:

21 August 2012, 07:00 AM	#4
MrLee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: London Watch: Sub c, smp Posts: 327	Rolex all day long, no inclination for a zenith at all

21 August 2012, 07:13 AM	#6
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	I like Zenith, but not that one. I'd go with a DJII, but not with a smooth bezel.

21 August 2012, 08:18 AM	#7
amvd "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Alejandro Location: uruguay Watch: your step! Posts: 430	rolex for me

21 August 2012, 08:20 AM	#8
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	A Zenith Striking Tenth would sway me more than the model pictured

21 August 2012, 08:35 AM	#9
TimingIsEverything Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: WatchULookinAt Location: US Posts: 564	I love the Zenith, this exact watch with a different dial is on my future radar.

21 August 2012, 02:53 PM	#11
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	DJII is sweet

21 August 2012, 03:01 PM	#12
malarky_hk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ... Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,466	@advan24r, congrats the purchase. I see your new toy has arrived. Thanks again for the tips on the Ashford site. As for your dilemma, you're comparing two different types of watches - so it's not apples-to-apples. I personally like the Zenith and suggest you add it to your rotation to mix things up.

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