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jameshe · 31 March 2010, 11:29 PM

Hello folks,

At midday here in the UK I was singing the praises for my local AD.. two hours later, and I am now the proud owner of my second Rolex (and in less than a year of my first!) a new Rhodium Roman dialled 116234 datejust!

I got a TREMENDOUS deal on the watch - the guy always looks after me and my family and he asked me to name my price for it..

Needless to say, I got a beautiful watch to wear on more formal occasions instead of my SD 16600, and at a discount that I am yet to hear of on the forums! Out of respect for the AD and our relationship I would prefer to keep the financial details private

However, should you wish to establish a relationship with the AD I would be happy to provide details on a PM.. just dont go squeezing them on your first purchase.

I am about to do the grand unveiling since getting it home and will take some pics once I work out how to post them up!

Thanks for all the advice here guys and for making TRF such a great reference point for research

GerardoG · 31 March 2010, 11:38 PM

Congrats James! Waiting for your pics!!!

Cru Jones · 31 March 2010, 11:43 PM

CONGRATS!!!! get the pictures up fast! don't let this turn into another patek sky moon thread....

cdelgado1982 · 1 April 2010, 12:26 AM

love the datejust timeless classic

sea-dweller · 1 April 2010, 12:33 AM

Congrats !

spuds · 1 April 2010, 01:00 AM

Excellent!!

Congratulations James..... the rhodium DJ's are beautiful!!

2th Dr · 1 April 2010, 01:07 AM

Tap tap tap... In case you're wondering, that's my foot tapping, waiting for PICS!!!
Congrats!

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2th DR

Tap tap tap... In case you're wondering, that's my foot tapping, waiting for PICS!!!
Congrats!

ha,ha, ha.. very funny

Its great to have comments from some of the newer guys around here and also some of the admirable established 'regulars' such as tooth doctor, spuds and sea-dweller on here.. thanks guys.

I have literally rushed home and taken these snaps really quick on my iphone to get some up (who on earth would want to be likened to the guy that did the skymoon hoax!?)

I have uploaded them to imageshack and will be a few mins working out which links to paste into this thread

I went for the rhodium roman in the end over the white i always had set in my head.. and what can i say.. i never really appreciated its somewhat 'monotone' appearance in AD windows, but on the wrist, it is a real stunner when the light subtly makes the dial dance (a big special deal for me coming from only knowing the solid black gloss of the sea dweller).

I have strapped this puppy on now and it fits a treat.

right, time to stop typing and start uploading!

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 01:22 AM

[Test image]:

http://img517.imageshack.us/i/imageqc.jpg/

Here is the hyperlink.. guys, which html do i need to embed the images in the thread?

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 01:24 AM

messed it up again! let me know mods.. I am using image shack (direct link, short link, web player, embed player options)

The GMT Master · 1 April 2010, 01:26 AM

Beautiful, James, congrats! And as for posting the images, click the icon which looks like two mountains in a box (in the reply box on here), and put the URL in there

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 01:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Beautiful, James, congrats! And as for posting the images, click the icon which looks like two mountains in a box (in the reply box on here), and put the URL in there

.. done, phew!

Love it. Thanks TRF

2th Dr · 1 April 2010, 01:30 AM

Awesome James! Looks fantastic!

shandy · 1 April 2010, 01:42 AM

Congratulations James. With my Friend Carl I have seen that watch an the version with Diamonds a few times now. It has become my favorite Dial colour!

There is something about seeing that dial in the flesh that no picture (not just yours, so no offence and I am sure you will agree!) can do it justice. It has to be seen in the flesh to really appreciate it's depth and shading!

That combination is the exact one I would go for as well (well maybe the diamonds as that is beautiful as well! The way the watch catches the light is mezmorising!

Well done again, a truly beautiful classy watch!

Cru Jones · 1 April 2010, 01:43 AM

what a beauty!!

Tunacan26 · 1 April 2010, 02:13 AM

Congrats, a rare DJ, in this giant sea of subs, etc.

Renoir · 1 April 2010, 02:15 AM

Beautiful and classic!

Congrats.

train-time · 1 April 2010, 02:15 AM

Congrats James!! It's a real beauty

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 02:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shandy

Congratulations James. With my Friend Carl I have seen that watch an the version with Diamonds a few times now. It has become my favorite Dial colour!

There is something about seeing that dial in the flesh that no picture (not just yours, so no offence and I am sure you will agree!) can do it justice. It has to be seen in the flesh to really appreciate it's depth and shading!

That combination is the exact one I would go for as well (well maybe the diamonds as that is beautiful as well! The way the watch catches the light is mezmorising!

Well done again, a truly beautiful classy watch!

Thank you to everone for their kind comments.

Be sure to post pics should you pull the trigger on this beauty! Diamonds would be lovely, not quite what I was going for at my age, but they certainly look beautiful on the dial.

The WG fluted bezel makes this watch look a million bucks.. I can see now why they charge nearly another £700 or so for it over the smooth steel one.
Fantastic!

kcmo · 1 April 2010, 02:23 AM

Fantastic choice, James! Well done! The 116234 is SO CLASSIC, and IMO, nothing beats a roman dial. Enjoy it for MANY years to come!

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 02:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kcmo

Fantastic choice, James! Well done! The 116234 is SO CLASSIC, and IMO, nothing beats a roman dial. Enjoy it for MANY years to come!

Thanks karis!

When I think of the 116234 white dial I always think of you on here - iconic

joeychitwood · 1 April 2010, 02:53 AM

Don't let your daughter wear it "just once." You'll never get it back. (Speaking from experience.)

Gerardus · 1 April 2010, 02:56 AM

Congratz!

JJ Irani · 1 April 2010, 03:00 AM

Congrats, James.

That is, in my opinion, the perfect and most attractive of all DJs. Love the WG Romans on the rhodium dial and Super Jubilee combo!!

JJ

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joeychitwood

Don't let your daughter wear it "just once." You'll never get it back. (Speaking from experience.)

Ha! My girlfriend has already asked me, albeit I made the suggestion after I got the "why the hell did you go and spend that on a watch AGAIN" look (which followed me starting by saying "i got a GREAT deal, absolutely incredible, you know the one you love...")

"Maybe you can wear it when I am wearing the SD".. famous last words!

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 03:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Congrats, James.

That is, in my opinion, the perfect and most attractive of all DJs. Love the WG Romans on the rhodium dial and Super Jubilee combo!!

JJ

Thank you so much JJ. There are a lot of valid opinions around here, but to hear it from you is some thing..

I remember this time last year you helping me out on the thread to decide whether to go with the DJII for my first rolex (before I ended up intercepting my SD at the last minute).

I must admit I was hesitant for a second about the rhodium dial over the white roman, given some comments on TRF about it looking a bit 'one dimensional' and hard to read (which I agreed with to an extent based on internet pictures) but in the metal, it is incredible - the way the dial changes with the light (like on the old bluesy) is such a treat.

I really appreciate your input and seal of approval, thanks JJ

Here's to many years and many more!

joeychitwood · 1 April 2010, 03:06 AM

My Datejust is in Vail skiing (without me) this weekend. Hopefully, I'll get it back someday. I have to admit that it looks terrific on her.

jameshe · 1 April 2010, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joeychitwood

My Datejust is in Vail skiing (without me) this weekend. Hopefully, I'll get it back someday. I have to admit that it looks terrific on her.

This made me laugh a great deal - someday, someday!
That is the beautiful thing about this watch - it looks great on everybody with everything, everywhere. Incredible.

I would usually regard myself as someone who tends to buy 'limited edition' or different colourway versions of things, but now I have found myself with two of perhaps the most iconic and traditional watches from the Rolex lineup in the last few decades! The one benefit of this of course is that I will never have to flip as they go out of 'fashion' - iconic styling never leaves (Porsche 911's spring to mind)

Family Man · 1 April 2010, 04:12 AM

Congratulations James!

I've got my heart set on a DJ myself. The deal is I have to get the Mrs a Lady DJ with diamonds when I buy mine. Some serious saving is taking place!

Yours is a great looking watch and it sounds like you got a great deal. Well done. I hope I do as well when the time comes, eventually.

joeychitwood · 1 April 2010, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jameshelliwell

I have found myself with two of perhaps the most iconic and traditional watches from the Rolex lineup in the last few decades!

You have great taste in watches! (I also have a Sea Dweller.)

31 March 2010, 11:29 PM	#1
jameshe "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: AP ROC, SkyDweller Posts: 812	A new addition! Datejust Jubilee 116234 Hello folks, At midday here in the UK I was singing the praises for my local AD.. two hours later, and I am now the proud owner of my second Rolex (and in less than a year of my first!) a new Rhodium Roman dialled 116234 datejust! I got a TREMENDOUS deal on the watch - the guy always looks after me and my family and he asked me to name my price for it.. Needless to say, I got a beautiful watch to wear on more formal occasions instead of my SD 16600, and at a discount that I am yet to hear of on the forums! Out of respect for the AD and our relationship I would prefer to keep the financial details private However, should you wish to establish a relationship with the AD I would be happy to provide details on a PM.. just dont go squeezing them on your first purchase. I am about to do the grand unveiling since getting it home and will take some pics once I work out how to post them up! Thanks for all the advice here guys and for making TRF such a great reference point for research

1 April 2010, 12:26 AM	#4
cdelgado1982 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: christian Location: new jersey Watch: ROLEX BRIETLINGS Posts: 91	love the datejust timeless classic __________________ christian D. I LOVE ROLEX

1 April 2010, 12:33 AM	#5
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Congrats ! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

1 April 2010, 01:00 AM	#6
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Excellent!! Congratulations James..... the rhodium DJ's are beautiful!! __________________ 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 April 2010, 02:56 AM	#23
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Congratz! __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

31 March 2010, 11:38 PM	#2
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Congrats James! Waiting for your pics!!!

31 March 2010, 11:43 PM	#3
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	CONGRATS!!!! get the pictures up fast! don't let this turn into another patek sky moon thread....

1 April 2010, 01:07 AM	#7
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Tap tap tap... In case you're wondering, that's my foot tapping, waiting for PICS!!! Congrats!

1 April 2010, 01:22 AM	#9
jameshe "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: AP ROC, SkyDweller Posts: 812	[Test image]: http://img517.imageshack.us/i/imageqc.jpg/ Here is the hyperlink.. guys, which html do i need to embed the images in the thread?

1 April 2010, 01:24 AM	#10
jameshe "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: AP ROC, SkyDweller Posts: 812	messed it up again! let me know mods.. I am using image shack (direct link, short link, web player, embed player options)

1 April 2010, 01:26 AM	#11
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	Beautiful, James, congrats! And as for posting the images, click the icon which looks like two mountains in a box (in the reply box on here), and put the URL in there

1 April 2010, 01:30 AM	#13
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Awesome James! Looks fantastic!

1 April 2010, 01:42 AM	#14
shandy Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Ian Location: canada Posts: 1,724	Congratulations James. With my Friend Carl I have seen that watch an the version with Diamonds a few times now. It has become my favorite Dial colour! There is something about seeing that dial in the flesh that no picture (not just yours, so no offence and I am sure you will agree!) can do it justice. It has to be seen in the flesh to really appreciate it's depth and shading! That combination is the exact one I would go for as well (well maybe the diamonds as that is beautiful as well! The way the watch catches the light is mezmorising! Well done again, a truly beautiful classy watch!

1 April 2010, 01:43 AM	#15
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	what a beauty!!

1 April 2010, 02:13 AM	#16
Tunacan26 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Chuck Location: Florida Watch: Hulk, DJ, Bluesy Posts: 1,890	Congrats, a rare DJ, in this giant sea of subs, etc.

1 April 2010, 02:15 AM	#17
Renoir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Renato Location: New York Posts: 2,396	Beautiful and classic! Congrats.

1 April 2010, 02:15 AM	#18
train-time 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Plankton Location: US Watch: less Posts: 4,161	Congrats James!! It's a real beauty

1 April 2010, 02:23 AM	#20
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Fantastic choice, James! Well done! The 116234 is SO CLASSIC, and IMO, nothing beats a roman dial. Enjoy it for MANY years to come!

1 April 2010, 02:53 AM	#22
joeychitwood "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Way Up North USA Watch: Rolexes & Tudors Posts: 6,361	Don't let your daughter wear it "just once." You'll never get it back. (Speaking from experience.)

1 April 2010, 03:00 AM	#24
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Congrats, James. That is, in my opinion, the perfect and most attractive of all DJs. Love the WG Romans on the rhodium dial and Super Jubilee combo!! 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 April 2010, 03:06 AM	#27
joeychitwood "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Way Up North USA Watch: Rolexes & Tudors Posts: 6,361	My Datejust is in Vail skiing (without me) this weekend. Hopefully, I'll get it back someday. I have to admit that it looks terrific on her.

1 April 2010, 04:12 AM	#29
Family Man Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Peter Location: NW England Watch: DateJust Posts: 139	Congratulations James! I've got my heart set on a DJ myself. The deal is I have to get the Mrs a Lady DJ with diamonds when I buy mine. Some serious saving is taking place! Yours is a great looking watch and it sounds like you got a great deal. Well done. I hope I do as well when the time comes, eventually.

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