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vambeck · 1 February 2010, 04:04 AM

Hi to all,

Last year with the introduction of the Datejust 2, Rolex released a model with only a Fluted Bezel and Oyster Bracelet as standard. No option for Domed Bezel or Jubilee Bracelet.

Before this release there was a lot of talk on the forum about Domed Bezel being matched Oyster Bracelet and Fluted Bezel being matched with Jubilee.

Personally i never cared much for the Domed Bezel or Jubilee Bracelet. I like the Fluted Bezel and Oyster Bracelet combination, as you can see from my pics below! This may however change as i grow older!

I'am interested to know how many of you are:

Fluted Bezel Fan's only?

Domed Bezel Fan's only?

or

Does it depend on the watch? (Bracelet, Face Colour, TT etc)

Regards

Peter

Safetrends · 1 February 2010, 04:07 AM

I have fluted, it sparkles on both my 1505 and my 1601.

Juggernaut · 1 February 2010, 04:10 AM

I prefer the smooth/domed bezel with the Oyster bracelet and either the fluted or engine turned (no longer made) with the Jubilee bracelet. But when I saw the new DJ II's with that enlarged fluted bezel, it sparkled like the cuts of a diamond. It you want to get more noticed: Fluted. For more low profile, more sporty: domed/smooth.

spuds · 1 February 2010, 04:14 AM

Historically I'd have said fluted with jubilee & domed with oyster....

but I saw a DJII 'in the flesh' for the first time today with the oyster/W.G. fluted combo' & it was sooooooooo beautiful that I put a deposit down on it!!

p.s..... Love your DJ Peter!!

truly 'multi-purpose' with that dial/bezel combination I bet!!!

JJ Irani · 1 February 2010, 04:17 AM

Fluted with the Jubilee bracelet.

Domed with the Oyster bracelet.

Just my 2 cents.

JJ

vambeck · 1 February 2010, 04:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spuds

Historically I'd have said fluted with jubilee & domed with oyster....

but I saw a DJII 'in the flesh' for the first time today with the oyster/W.G. fluted combo' & it was sooooooooo beautiful that I put a deposit down on it!!

p.s..... Love your DJ Peter!!

truly 'multi-purpose' with that dial/bezel combination I bet!!!

Thanks spuds it's a 36mm oyster perpetual not a DJ but same size, its my shirt watch! Thanks.

PeteNYC13 · 1 February 2010, 04:25 AM

I agree with JJ... but, recently the domed with Jubilee has been growing on me. If they make a 41mm SS w/domed and jubilee Date Just, that may be on my must have list down the road.
I think for now they only make that option in white gold - correct?

-Pete

ParisDakarBmw · 1 February 2010, 04:27 AM

This depends on the watch, bracelet, and how your wearing it. Dressing up looks good with the domed.

JJ Irani · 1 February 2010, 04:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

I agree with JJ... but, recently the domed with Jubilee has been growing on me. If they make a 41mm SS w/domed and jubilee Date Just, that may be on my must have list down the road.
I think for now they only make that option in white gold - correct?

-Pete

The new 41 mm DJ2 is available only with a WG fluted bezel and SS............or the TT version with 18k YG fluted bezel and TT bracelet.

PeteNYC13 · 1 February 2010, 04:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The new 41 mm DJ2 is available only with a WG fluted bezel and SS............or the TT version with 18k YG fluted bezel and TT bracelet.

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Thanks JJ - while that doesn't make me happy because I can't get what I want, it's a good thing that there is one less Rolex that I "must" have!!

-Pete

tandrup · 1 February 2010, 04:37 AM

For me it definitely depends - mostly on the bracelet. Fluted with Jubilee and Domed with Oyster.

spuds · 1 February 2010, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vambeck

Thanks spuds it's a 36mm oyster perpetual not a DJ but same size, its my shirt watch! Thanks.

D'Oh!!

That'll teach me to pay more attantion eh.....

pz93c · 1 February 2010, 04:57 AM

Prefer domed.

Own engine turned.

haakon59 · 1 February 2010, 04:58 AM

I like the domed bezel look on most of the watches, to me they appear somewhat "cleaner."

HL65 · 1 February 2010, 05:26 AM

Domed for me--smooth!!

Gerardus · 1 February 2010, 05:28 AM

Fluted with the Jubilee bracelet and domed with the Oyster bracelet.
My Opinion.

moviefreak · 1 February 2010, 05:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jj irani

fluted with the jubilee bracelet.

Domed with the oyster bracelet.

Just my 2 cents.

Jj

x2

Dr. Robert · 1 February 2010, 05:47 AM

I prefer fluted bezel w/ jubilee bracelet.........dome bezel w/ oyster bracelet........but I also like 36mm datejusts on straps.........

Latrodectus · 1 February 2010, 06:05 AM

I think it depends on the watch....

JRA21 · 1 February 2010, 06:16 AM

I prefer fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet they just seem like they go together IMO

kcmo · 1 February 2010, 06:24 AM

Another vote for fluted w/jubilee and domed w/oyster

TSW · 1 February 2010, 06:50 AM

I prefer fluted!!

vambeck · 1 February 2010, 08:41 PM

Seems like its only the Datejust 2 guys and myself in the Fluted Bezel and Oyster Bracelet combo corner!!

Interesting comments and Poll.

vambeck · 3 February 2010, 06:29 AM

Are we done!!!

Rags · 3 February 2010, 08:07 AM

I love the fluted bezel with the jubilee bracelet...Can't go wrong with that combo IMO.

JBat · 3 February 2010, 08:38 AM

I prefer the domed myself, but members here post pics all the time of DJ's with fluted bezels and they look great.

jets · 3 February 2010, 11:51 AM

Domed/jubilee for me.

DarkHorse · 3 February 2010, 11:57 AM

I concur - Fluted and Jubilee, Domed and Oyster always. I'm not saying that the other combinations don't work, but I think it's more balanced and aesthetically looks better.

sea-dweller · 3 February 2010, 01:02 PM

This is my vote also.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Fluted with the Jubilee bracelet.

Domed with the Oyster bracelet.

Just my 2 cents.

JJ

2th Dr · 3 February 2010, 02:16 PM

Fluted for me! I like the bling!

View Poll Results: Fluted Bezel, Domed Bezel, It Depends?
Fluted Bezel Only!	38	27.94%
Domed Bezel Only!	24	17.65%
It depends on watch (Bracelet, Face Colour, TT etc)	74	54.41%
Voters: 136. You may not vote on this poll

1 February 2010, 04:04 AM	#1
vambeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Ireland Watch: EXROLEXROLEXROLEXR Posts: 130	Fluted or Domed Bezel? That is the question! Hi to all, Last year with the introduction of the Datejust 2, Rolex released a model with only a Fluted Bezel and Oyster Bracelet as standard. No option for Domed Bezel or Jubilee Bracelet. Before this release there was a lot of talk on the forum about Domed Bezel being matched Oyster Bracelet and Fluted Bezel being matched with Jubilee. Personally i never cared much for the Domed Bezel or Jubilee Bracelet. I like the Fluted Bezel and Oyster Bracelet combination, as you can see from my pics below! This may however change as i grow older! I'am interested to know how many of you are: Fluted Bezel Fan's only? Domed Bezel Fan's only? or Does it depend on the watch? (Bracelet, Face Colour, TT etc) Regards Peter Attached Images __________________

1 February 2010, 04:14 AM	#4
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Historically I'd have said fluted with jubilee & domed with oyster.... but I saw a DJII 'in the flesh' for the first time today with the oyster/W.G. fluted combo' & it was sooooooooo beautiful that I put a deposit down on it!! p.s..... Love your DJ Peter!! truly 'multi-purpose' with that dial/bezel combination I bet!!! __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

1 February 2010, 04:17 AM	#5
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Fluted with the Jubilee bracelet. Domed with the Oyster bracelet. Just my 2 cents. JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

1 February 2010, 04:25 AM	#7
PeteNYC13 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Pete Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,607	I agree with JJ... but, recently the domed with Jubilee has been growing on me. If they make a 41mm SS w/domed and jubilee Date Just, that may be on my must have list down the road. I think for now they only make that option in white gold - correct? -Pete __________________ SS Submariner K16610 SS Submariner F16610LV SS/P Yachtmaster M16622 SS Black Dial Daytona M116520 SS Explorer II D16570

1 February 2010, 04:07 AM	#2
Safetrends Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: David Walz Location: San Diego CA USA Watch: my hand. :) Posts: 9,156	I have fluted, it sparkles on both my 1505 and my 1601.

1 February 2010, 04:10 AM	#3
Juggernaut "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 901	I prefer the smooth/domed bezel with the Oyster bracelet and either the fluted or engine turned (no longer made) with the Jubilee bracelet. But when I saw the new DJ II's with that enlarged fluted bezel, it sparkled like the cuts of a diamond. It you want to get more noticed: Fluted. For more low profile, more sporty: domed/smooth.

1 February 2010, 04:27 AM	#8
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	This depends on the watch, bracelet, and how your wearing it. Dressing up looks good with the domed.

1 February 2010, 04:37 AM	#11
tandrup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA Watch: 14060M Posts: 921	For me it definitely depends - mostly on the bracelet. Fluted with Jubilee and Domed with Oyster. __________________ Regards, Lars 14060M, 16570 White, 116200 Tuxedo Dial Georg Jensen 2347

1 February 2010, 04:57 AM	#13
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	Prefer domed. Own engine turned.

1 February 2010, 04:58 AM	#14
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	I like the domed bezel look on most of the watches, to me they appear somewhat "cleaner."

1 February 2010, 05:26 AM	#15
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,202	Domed for me--smooth!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

1 February 2010, 05:28 AM	#16
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,200	Fluted with the Jubilee bracelet and domed with the Oyster bracelet. My Opinion. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

1 February 2010, 05:47 AM	#18
Dr. Robert "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 65,335	I prefer fluted bezel w/ jubilee bracelet.........dome bezel w/ oyster bracelet........but I also like 36mm datejusts on straps.........

1 February 2010, 06:05 AM	#19
Latrodectus 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,049	I think it depends on the watch.... __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

1 February 2010, 06:16 AM	#20
JRA21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Joshua R Asch Location: NY, Brooklyn Watch: Sub Posts: 293	I prefer fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet they just seem like they go together IMO __________________ *JRA*

1 February 2010, 06:24 AM	#21
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Another vote for fluted w/jubilee and domed w/oyster

1 February 2010, 06:50 AM	#22
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	I prefer fluted!! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

1 February 2010, 08:41 PM	#23
vambeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Ireland Watch: EXROLEXROLEXROLEXR Posts: 130	Seems like its only the Datejust 2 guys and myself in the Fluted Bezel and Oyster Bracelet combo corner!! Interesting comments and Poll. __________________

3 February 2010, 06:29 AM	#24
vambeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Ireland Watch: EXROLEXROLEXROLEXR Posts: 130	Are we done!!! __________________

3 February 2010, 08:07 AM	#25
Rags 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,200	I love the fluted bezel with the jubilee bracelet...Can't go wrong with that combo IMO. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

3 February 2010, 08:38 AM	#26
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I prefer the domed myself, but members here post pics all the time of DJ's with fluted bezels and they look great.

3 February 2010, 11:51 AM	#27
jets "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mario Location: CANADA Posts: 2,488	Domed/jubilee for me. __________________ Be good.

3 February 2010, 11:57 AM	#28
DarkHorse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Sydney Watch: 118239 Posts: 413	I concur - Fluted and Jubilee, Domed and Oyster always. I'm not saying that the other combinations don't work, but I think it's more balanced and aesthetically looks better. __________________ The world is safe again... but for how long? Current: TAG Heuer 2000 Classic, Kobold Phantom Tactical Chronograph, Rolex Submariner 16610, Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronograph A13320 (Crowe Edition), Rolex Day-Date 118239

3 February 2010, 02:16 PM	#30
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Fluted for me! I like the bling!

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