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rochoa21 · 29 January 2014, 04:06 AM

I'm trying to do as much research for my first Rolex purchase for a Date Just. Trying to figure out what the difference between vintage and modern Rolex is. What years are considered vintage and what is modern. Is there a huge mechanical differences? My end goal is to get 2 watches one SS datejust and one on a leather band.
Thanks
Robert

tomchicago · 29 January 2014, 04:07 AM

vintage datejust on a nice leather strap is great. just take your time researching and choose one when the vibe is right.

jjnd08 · 29 January 2014, 04:09 AM

I chose a modern DJ when I was buying one. I liked the polished lugs, the solid center links, and if you get a jubilee, the "hidden" clasp makes it very elegant.

dysondiver · 29 January 2014, 04:18 AM

look at lots and lots ,,, one or two will just shout at you ,,, thats the one you need.

LI Matt · 29 January 2014, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rochoa21

What years are considered vintage and what is modern.

Different people draw the line in different ways. Some people use a "X years ago" standard, some people use a "four-digit/five-digit reference" standard, some go with "acrylic/sapphire".

GolfPunk · 29 January 2014, 08:23 AM

I have a 1972 vintage 1603, you will find that the feel of a vintage bracelet is very light and 'tinny' compared to the new solid heavy feel of the modern Datejust bracelet.

GradyPhilpott · 29 January 2014, 09:02 AM

I think all DJs are beautiful, but the new DJs have benefited most from the changes of the last decade toward larger lugs, larger cases, etc.

The Super Jubilee is also a great improvement over the old one, in my opinion.

tinger · 29 January 2014, 09:18 AM

I have a thing for acrylic crystals.

GolfPunk · 30 January 2014, 06:39 AM

Timeless class!! 42 years old and looks new

rochoa21 · 30 January 2014, 08:00 AM

Looks nice

Cru Jones · 30 January 2014, 08:06 AM

I really like the beefier lugs of the new Submariner (it's a sports watch after all), but on the DJ, I much prefer the older, narrower, more pointy lugs. To me, they look more elegant.

Ravager135 · 30 January 2014, 08:59 AM

Different looks different feels. As alluded to the newer Datejusts are going to feel more robust, more polished. The vintage pieces have that lighter weight, more subtle elegance. They really are different feels. I don't own too many Rolex watches but even comparing my Explorer to my slightly older 16610 you can tell that the newer pieces have a definite quality improvement however they feel less connected to their heritage as tools.

29 January 2014, 04:06 AM	#1
rochoa21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Alameda, CA Posts: 21	Vintage vs Modern Date Just I'm trying to do as much research for my first Rolex purchase for a Date Just. Trying to figure out what the difference between vintage and modern Rolex is. What years are considered vintage and what is modern. Is there a huge mechanical differences? My end goal is to get 2 watches one SS datejust and one on a leather band. Thanks Robert

29 January 2014, 08:23 AM	#6
GolfPunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: UK Watch: WG Daytona Posts: 4,398	Vintage vs Modern Date Just I have a 1972 vintage 1603, you will find that the feel of a vintage bracelet is very light and 'tinny' compared to the new solid heavy feel of the modern Datejust bracelet. __________________ ♕ Rolex Daytona White Gold 116509 (Ghost) ♕

29 January 2014, 09:02 AM	#7
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	I think all DJs are beautiful, but the new DJs have benefited most from the changes of the last decade toward larger lugs, larger cases, etc. The Super Jubilee is also a great improvement over the old one, in my opinion. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

30 January 2014, 06:39 AM	#9
GolfPunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: UK Watch: WG Daytona Posts: 4,398	Timeless class!! 42 years old and looks new __________________ ♕ Rolex Daytona White Gold 116509 (Ghost) ♕

29 January 2014, 04:07 AM	#2
tomchicago Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710BLRO, 214270. Posts: 2,717	vintage datejust on a nice leather strap is great. just take your time researching and choose one when the vibe is right.

29 January 2014, 04:09 AM	#3
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	I chose a modern DJ when I was buying one. I liked the polished lugs, the solid center links, and if you get a jubilee, the "hidden" clasp makes it very elegant.

29 January 2014, 04:18 AM	#4
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	look at lots and lots ,,, one or two will just shout at you ,,, thats the one you need.

29 January 2014, 09:18 AM	#8
tinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: weehawken Posts: 847	I have a thing for acrylic crystals.

30 January 2014, 08:00 AM	#10
rochoa21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Alameda, CA Posts: 21	Looks nice

30 January 2014, 08:06 AM	#11
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,243	I really like the beefier lugs of the new Submariner (it's a sports watch after all), but on the DJ, I much prefer the older, narrower, more pointy lugs. To me, they look more elegant.

30 January 2014, 08:59 AM	#12
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,220	Different looks different feels. As alluded to the newer Datejusts are going to feel more robust, more polished. The vintage pieces have that lighter weight, more subtle elegance. They really are different feels. I don't own too many Rolex watches but even comparing my Explorer to my slightly older 16610 you can tell that the newer pieces have a definite quality improvement however they feel less connected to their heritage as tools.

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