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Ravager135 · 29 December 2012, 01:58 PM

Continuing to learn new things about Rolex everyday from these forums. I wanted to share a few pictures of a modern classic, my daily wearer, and my brother-in-laws vintage piece that I was hoping some of our experts might be able to shed some light on.

I am looking for something a little more formal for my next purchase (which might not be for some time ~6 months or so). I am really thinking Milgauss GV, though I haven't ruled out the new Datejust II. I definitely want to go with a darker face as I already have two white faced watches. I would be interested to hear people's take on the Milgauss as a dressier watch. I know ultimately hardcore collectors are going to say you need a Patek on alligator or JLC but those just aren't my type. To that end, the Cellini collection is out as well. I don't wear a tuxedo often but since I won't be in uniform much longer, I wan't something that looks good with a suit or just a shirt and tie.

superdog · 29 December 2012, 02:08 PM

I think the DJII is an absolute stunner and it goes in any setting. Lots of dial options too.

kilyung · 29 December 2012, 02:23 PM

DJ2 is the way to go.

financeman · 29 December 2012, 02:30 PM

I love the milguass. It is a beautiful watch. It really depends on what speaks to you though. Try them both and one will stand out.
Btw, nice pics of your watches so far

JohnBoy · 29 December 2012, 02:32 PM

DJII, or 'new' Explorer I - both look good w/ black dial, leather (tux) or bracelet (sport). The DJ is pure class, Explorer I is a sub-radar sleeper that dresses up well! Happy New Year!

Ravager135 · 29 December 2012, 02:51 PM

I really never considered the Explorer in there as well. Not a bad option. I like the clean dial. I think the only draws backs for me are that I want something a little different from my sport models. The stick hands and PCLS of the DJII and the Milgauss are definite selling points for contrast. I will however try on the Explorer though because you never truly know until it is on your wrist.

Hairdude1 · 29 December 2012, 02:57 PM

DJII! I love my new one!

Bangel · 29 December 2012, 05:07 PM

I would opt for the DJII to serve as the dressier option.

At first glance, from a distance, the Milgauss might fit the bill, but on closer inspection I think the lightning bolt hand detracts from its austere pretensions. I still think of it as a less formal watch. Mind you, I'm also someone who wouldn't hesitate to wear a sub with a suit!

Psmith · 29 December 2012, 06:14 PM

Another vote for the DJII

andyboy39 · 29 December 2012, 06:39 PM

DJII..

Sam Philip · 29 December 2012, 06:48 PM

I would get the Milgauss GV

Cru Jones · 29 December 2012, 07:04 PM

Can't go wrong either way. Neither are "dress" pieces, so, dress up/dress down is easy. DJII if you want the date, GV if you want something different. Good luck with the choice!

Camel · 29 December 2012, 07:24 PM

Djii

boywondergq1 · 29 December 2012, 09:43 PM

Remember, the Milgauss is a bit thicker, and doesn't offer a date complication. My vote is for the DJII, in black baton dial, smooth bezel. The black dial and smooth bezel sort of adds a little versatility to it such that it can do double duty with jeans.

mjclark32 · 29 December 2012, 10:03 PM

DJII. Blue stick dial looks awesome

SaddleSC · 29 December 2012, 11:03 PM

Another vote for the DJII...

29 December 2012, 02:08 PM	#2
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,827	I think the DJII is an absolute stunner and it goes in any setting. Lots of dial options too. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

29 December 2012, 02:30 PM	#4
financeman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Heath Location: Lawrenceburg KY Watch: Submariner Posts: 3,982	I love the milguass. It is a beautiful watch. It really depends on what speaks to you though. Try them both and one will stand out. Btw, nice pics of your watches so far __________________ “You may delay, but time will not.” ― Benjamin Franklin

29 December 2012, 06:14 PM	#9
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Another vote for the DJII __________________

29 December 2012, 07:24 PM	#13
Camel "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Willem Location: Pretoria RSA Watch: ROLEXROLEXROLEX Posts: 1,072	Djii __________________ Rolex Datejust II WG/SS Blue 116334 "8368xxxx" Rolex Sea-Dweller SD43 126600 "94A6xxxx" Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660 "V84xxxx" Rolex Deepsea D-Blue Horizon 116660 "3170xxxx" Rolex Explorer II Polar 16570 "T20xxxx" Rolex Explorer II Black 216570 "G53xxxx" Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 "P32xxxx" Rolex GMT-Master II Ceramic 116710LN "V97xxxx" Rolex Submariner 16610 "Z61xxxx" Rolex Submariner Ceramic 116610LN "G79xxxx" Last edited by Camel; 29 December 2012 at 07:25 PM.. Reason: case

29 December 2012, 09:43 PM	#14
boywondergq1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 792	Remember, the Milgauss is a bit thicker, and doesn't offer a date complication. My vote is for the DJII, in black baton dial, smooth bezel. The black dial and smooth bezel sort of adds a little versatility to it such that it can do double duty with jeans. __________________ "Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes." - Oscar Wilde

29 December 2012, 02:23 PM	#3
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	DJ2 is the way to go.

29 December 2012, 02:32 PM	#5
JohnBoy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: John Location: Seattle, WA USA Watch: Rolex - a few! Posts: 1,472	DJII, or 'new' Explorer I - both look good w/ black dial, leather (tux) or bracelet (sport). The DJ is pure class, Explorer I is a sub-radar sleeper that dresses up well! Happy New Year!

29 December 2012, 02:51 PM	#6
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,222	I really never considered the Explorer in there as well. Not a bad option. I like the clean dial. I think the only draws backs for me are that I want something a little different from my sport models. The stick hands and PCLS of the DJII and the Milgauss are definite selling points for contrast. I will however try on the Explorer though because you never truly know until it is on your wrist.

29 December 2012, 02:57 PM	#7
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	DJII! I love my new one!

29 December 2012, 05:07 PM	#8
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	I would opt for the DJII to serve as the dressier option. At first glance, from a distance, the Milgauss might fit the bill, but on closer inspection I think the lightning bolt hand detracts from its austere pretensions. I still think of it as a less formal watch. Mind you, I'm also someone who wouldn't hesitate to wear a sub with a suit!

29 December 2012, 06:39 PM	#10
andyboy39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New Zealand Watch: Day Date Posts: 1,409	DJII..

29 December 2012, 06:48 PM	#11
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	I would get the Milgauss GV

29 December 2012, 07:04 PM	#12
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,254	Can't go wrong either way. Neither are "dress" pieces, so, dress up/dress down is easy. DJII if you want the date, GV if you want something different. Good luck with the choice!

29 December 2012, 10:03 PM	#15
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	DJII. Blue stick dial looks awesome __________________

29 December 2012, 11:03 PM	#16
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	Another vote for the DJII... __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

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