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leopardprey · 4 April 2007, 09:18 PM

Well, can't believe I did it, but ended up flipping my GMT II at an AD today. ONly had the GMTII for a little over a month. Well, saw a Datejust that I just had to have. The AD actually gave me a good deal on the trade in. Was suprised. Even though only had the GMT II for over a month, had some scratches on the braclet, some scratches on the lugs back side where I took the bracelet on and off, hologram sticker is removed. Had taken the GMT swimming many times, lifted weights several times with it and wore it travelling all over Bangkok.

But, I really liked the Datejust and the size it was. Traded the GMT for the Datejust Model, BNIB Z series 116200. Black Dial, rectagular luminous hour markers, new style oyster bracelet and clasp, new beefier DJ case, smooth SS bezel, alternating red and black date nmbers.

With trade in and based on exchange rate, cost me about $550 US for the trade in to the DJ. NOt bad since in the US the DJ are about only $150 cheaper than the GMTs.

Anyway, I like the fit and finish of the new DJ, the smoothed out rounded case. The traditional look.

The GMT II was a great watch, but since I have the Explorer II as well, that is getting a lot of wrist time, did not really need an additional GMT type watch.

Anyway, afterwards went over to the Pennisula restuarant and had a couple glasses of Red wine to celebrate the new Rolex Purchase, and while sipping the wine picked up a copy of the Pennisula magazine to read -and there on the back page was a Rolex ad for a datejust! Good day overall.

Well, did look at cameras today and found the one I want (Olympous 775). Will buy tomorrow and then will jam up this site with photos.

Prince · 4 April 2007, 09:19 PM

You...you...you FLIPPER you!!!

Mr. K · 4 April 2007, 09:23 PM

Can't wait for the photos! Love those DJs.

leopardprey · 4 April 2007, 09:26 PM

If I flip a few more Rolexs and shave my head, will you guys call me JJ Jr. ??

Prince · 4 April 2007, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leopardprey

If I flip a few more Rolexs and shave my head, will you guys call me JJ Jr. ??

YES!!!

leopardprey · 4 April 2007, 09:31 PM

Anyway, really like the Lum on this new DJ as well. Can see the hour markers and Hour/minute hand very clearly.

nko51 · 4 April 2007, 10:36 PM

Can't wait to see pictures of this awesome DJ!

Dan Pierce · 4 April 2007, 11:24 PM

My first thought was WHY, WHY, WHY? But after hearing you own an Explorer II it makes sense. The Ex II and DJ will cover any situation.
Congrats and let's see those pics.
dP

DFA · 5 April 2007, 03:44 AM

Congrats on your new DJ, very good lookin watch!!

advocatia · 5 April 2007, 03:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leopardprey

If I flip a few more Rolexs and shave my head, will you guys call me JJ Jr. ??

Insufficient. You need to exceed 25,000 posts and repeatedly post the same picture of a TT Blue Sub. Some adventure stories about your Rolexes fighting each other for the affection of a lady Yachmaster would help a great deal as well.

JJ Irani · 5 April 2007, 04:20 AM

Congrats, Chad....I do believe that DJ is a very nice looking watch. Much prefer the smooth polished SS look as compared with the fluted WG one.

Flood this forum with pics as soon as you grab that camera!!

JJ Irani · 5 April 2007, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by advocatia

Insufficient. You need to exceed 25,000 posts and repeatedly post the same picture of a TT Blue Sub. Some adventure stories about your Rolexes fighting each other for the affection of a lady Yachmaster would help a great deal as well.

Andy, take this!!

astcell · 5 April 2007, 09:43 AM

I just dug out my SSGMTII and it is pretty! I think I'll keep it after all. :-)

Prince · 5 April 2007, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

I just dug out my SSGMTII and it is pretty! I think I'll keep it after all. :-)

Well...another sensible voice speaking out!

leopardprey · 5 April 2007, 12:46 PM

Congrats, Chad....I do believe that DJ is a very nice looking watch. Much prefer the smooth polished SS look as compared with the fluted WG one.

Thanks JJ. Yes, the smooth bezel is very nice. THe rounded edges on the lugs as well, make the watch melt into your wrist. COmbined with the new bracelet, very comfortable to wear. Very traditional looking. Think it will be a fitting watch to take on my jouney to Yangoon next month. Old colonial style city, colonial style hotel, Burma, and a classic Datejust.

Really liked the Exp 1 I had, but missed having a date feature. THis DJ is kind of like an Exp 1 but with a Date. And historically, it was initially DJ or their equivilent that actually went to many of the first Himalayan expeditions. Another thing I like is the new beefier case, almost gives the case a square appearance, similiar to the old photos you see of vintage Rolex watches from the 1940s.

4 April 2007, 09:18 PM	#1
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Well, I did it, flipped my GMT ! Well, can't believe I did it, but ended up flipping my GMT II at an AD today. ONly had the GMTII for a little over a month. Well, saw a Datejust that I just had to have. The AD actually gave me a good deal on the trade in. Was suprised. Even though only had the GMT II for over a month, had some scratches on the braclet, some scratches on the lugs back side where I took the bracelet on and off, hologram sticker is removed. Had taken the GMT swimming many times, lifted weights several times with it and wore it travelling all over Bangkok. But, I really liked the Datejust and the size it was. Traded the GMT for the Datejust Model, BNIB Z series 116200. Black Dial, rectagular luminous hour markers, new style oyster bracelet and clasp, new beefier DJ case, smooth SS bezel, alternating red and black date nmbers. With trade in and based on exchange rate, cost me about $550 US for the trade in to the DJ. NOt bad since in the US the DJ are about only $150 cheaper than the GMTs. Anyway, I like the fit and finish of the new DJ, the smoothed out rounded case. The traditional look. The GMT II was a great watch, but since I have the Explorer II as well, that is getting a lot of wrist time, did not really need an additional GMT type watch. Anyway, afterwards went over to the Pennisula restuarant and had a couple glasses of Red wine to celebrate the new Rolex Purchase, and while sipping the wine picked up a copy of the Pennisula magazine to read -and there on the back page was a Rolex ad for a datejust! Good day overall. Well, did look at cameras today and found the one I want (Olympous 775). Will buy tomorrow and then will jam up this site with photos.

4 April 2007, 09:19 PM	#2
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	You...you...you FLIPPER you!!! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

4 April 2007, 10:36 PM	#7
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	Can't wait to see pictures of this awesome DJ! __________________

4 April 2007, 11:24 PM	#8
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,175	My first thought was WHY, WHY, WHY? But after hearing you own an Explorer II it makes sense. The Ex II and DJ will cover any situation. Congrats and let's see those pics. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

5 April 2007, 04:20 AM	#11
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Congrats, Chad....I do believe that DJ is a very nice looking watch. Much prefer the smooth polished SS look as compared with the fluted WG one. Flood this forum with pics as soon as you grab that camera!! __________________ 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!!

4 April 2007, 09:23 PM	#3
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,074	Can't wait for the photos! Love those DJs.

4 April 2007, 09:26 PM	#4
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	If I flip a few more Rolexs and shave my head, will you guys call me JJ Jr. ??

4 April 2007, 09:31 PM	#6
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Anyway, really like the Lum on this new DJ as well. Can see the hour markers and Hour/minute hand very clearly.

5 April 2007, 03:44 AM	#9
DFA Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA Posts: 50	Congrats on your new DJ, very good lookin watch!!

5 April 2007, 09:43 AM	#13
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	I just dug out my SSGMTII and it is pretty! I think I'll keep it after all. :-)

5 April 2007, 12:46 PM	#15
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Congrats, Chad....I do believe that DJ is a very nice looking watch. Much prefer the smooth polished SS look as compared with the fluted WG one. Thanks JJ. Yes, the smooth bezel is very nice. THe rounded edges on the lugs as well, make the watch melt into your wrist. COmbined with the new bracelet, very comfortable to wear. Very traditional looking. Think it will be a fitting watch to take on my jouney to Yangoon next month. Old colonial style city, colonial style hotel, Burma, and a classic Datejust. Really liked the Exp 1 I had, but missed having a date feature. THis DJ is kind of like an Exp 1 but with a Date. And historically, it was initially DJ or their equivilent that actually went to many of the first Himalayan expeditions. Another thing I like is the new beefier case, almost gives the case a square appearance, similiar to the old photos you see of vintage Rolex watches from the 1940s.

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