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esdeezy · 27 June 2013, 05:01 PM

Hello gents & fine ladies of this board!

I've decided my first Rolex to be a DateJust II. When I first read about the new 41mm size last year, it really caught my eye and I knew that would be my first Rolex because I love big size watches! It's just so eye popping, trendy and awesome!

Today was my first visit to my local AD, I was warmly greeted and welcomed by the sales lady. Very helpful by showing me the selection and variations. Overwhelmed because it seems like any thing I choose wouldn't be a bad choice because they're all so beautiful. BUT I want to choose my first to be something I REALLY love..

Amazingly enough I got a good discount and I thought was a good deal, so I put I deposit down and have to make a decision come Friday when the watch comes in. I've narrowed it down to 4 choices.

-Smooth bezel Blue dial with Sticks because the dark blue looks amazing
-Smooth bezel Blue dial with Romans
-Fluted bezel Blue "
-Fluted bezel Blue "

Honestly I'm having a dilemma if I should go fluted/smooth too because it's just so eye popping and has that classic Rolex look shine. But then the smooth has that NEW age modern look. And the sales lady highly recommends the smooth bezel on me compared to the fluted as she say it 'suits' me more, which I do agree but the fluted just pops and screams!

Would sticks be okay for formal/dressy occasions? Ideally I want something to wear both for casual and dressy, jeans and a suit. Which would work best for that. Sticks or Romans?

Thanks in advance!

slm9555 · 27 June 2013, 05:24 PM

Sticks and fluted.

Bangel · 27 June 2013, 05:37 PM

Don't over think it.

All of your choices would suit similar circumstances similarly well, in my opinion.

My personal choice would be sticks and fluted (the blue on the stick model is also nicer to me).

Go with whatever takes your fancy. No wrong choice!

deepbeech · 27 June 2013, 05:55 PM

You gotta love it when a plan comes together.

travisb · 27 June 2013, 06:39 PM

Blue dial with sticks for sure.

The deeper sunburst dial looks amazing.
I like both bezel options, and no matter which one you choose - either can be dress or casual.

sportsmaven20 · 27 June 2013, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slm9555

Sticks and fluted.

x2

Jonnybhoy · 27 June 2013, 06:58 PM

Either look is just classic. I would go fluted sticks myself but it's not going to be a huge difference either way. The watch shines like a beacon in any style. Enjoy.

Rashid.bk · 27 June 2013, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slm9555

Sticks and fluted.

brettpaul · 27 June 2013, 07:10 PM

Congratulations! You always remember your first!!

I vote for smooth bezel, roman numerals, on an oyster bracelet!

Rogdogg · 27 June 2013, 07:27 PM

I have tried a lot of them on recently as I toy with the idea of getting a DJ next.
For me it is smooth bezel only.

I am torn between Blue Stick and Blue Roman but I think I am leaning towards Blue Stick.
I think the Blue Roman is great but maybe a little more formal looking than I would like. I think the Blue Stick just looks a little more casual.

Miguel Alvarez · 27 June 2013, 07:35 PM

I prefer stick dials over Roman numerals all day every day.

HL65 · 27 June 2013, 07:43 PM

Blue stick dial...Congrats in advance and welcome to the world of Rolex!! Cheers,

Cru Jones · 27 June 2013, 07:59 PM

welcome!

blue sticks is my favorite DJII dial. as for fluted or smooth, that's a tough one. the fluted is very sparkly and noticeable, but, it's also very nice. the smooth is more subtle.

you can't lose either way.

good luck and post some pix of the new watch.

captkevin · 27 June 2013, 08:14 PM

I've only been interested in the Rolex sport models, but lately the DJ2 smooth bezel and blue stick dial has really been calling me.

cop414 · 27 June 2013, 08:32 PM

Congratulations and welcome to TRF. As to your choices I'd go blue dial probably with Romans with the more subdued smooth bezel.

airchitect · 27 June 2013, 08:34 PM

either bezel with sticks.... oh and while you're buying, I will take 2!

joe100 · 27 June 2013, 08:38 PM

Really hate the title of this thread

Rags · 27 June 2013, 09:29 PM

Sticks & fluted bezel. It will be fine formal or sporty.

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gwozhog · 27 June 2013, 09:47 PM

Fluted bezel and Romans.

KeepTicking · 27 June 2013, 10:20 PM

Fluted blue roman for me!!

Doctorsti · 27 June 2013, 10:22 PM

I also vote fluted blue stick dial. That was my second choice over the fluted rhodium arabic dial I wanted more.

watchwatcher · 27 June 2013, 10:30 PM

Fluted w/Blue sticks...but you can't go wrong either way.

SaddleSC · 27 June 2013, 10:42 PM

Easy decision...this one:)

yld2rob · 27 June 2013, 11:31 PM

Stick and fluted. The light really reflects light like magic on the fluted bezel

Pup · 27 June 2013, 11:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slm9555

Sticks and fluted.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sportsmaven20

x2

x3...get it and enjoy...the blue dial is an excellent choice.

Brandon(phila) · 27 June 2013, 11:58 PM

SS DJ II is very versatile....casual or dress (TT might make it more on the dressy side) but SS you can wear everyday from swim suit to Suit and everything in between.
I think the fluted bezel gives a slightly more dress look.

YES I know the stickers were on....they were taken off 5 min later

NGB185 · 28 June 2013, 12:09 AM

The blue dial is really superb so good choice. The sticks are classic Rolex IMO as is the fluted bezel. I prefer the fluted personally, and it will not show the inevitable scratches like the smooth will. But, as you know from poking around TRF you must go with your heart. Get the one that knocks your socks off when you put it on. And like many of us here, 5 or 10 knock our socks off, so we just keep acquiring new ones...lol. Congrats and good luck.

floater156 · 28 June 2013, 04:32 AM

In my mind there are three differences to consider:

1) Shade of blue
2) Bezel
3) Weight

The roman and stick blues are very different colors. I highly prefer the color of the stick dial, it is dark and more rich. The obvious difference is the bezel. I own a DJII and let me tell you, the fluted bezel sparkles A LOT. The fluted bezel model will also have gold on it which will make it slightly heavier. I prefer lighter watches, due to more comfort. Having said all this, I would choose the fluted stick. I love the color of the blue with the stick dial and like the sparkle of the bezel. Post pics when you make your decision. Congrats in advance.

RLROCK · 28 June 2013, 05:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brettpaul

Congratulations! You always remember your first!!

I vote for smooth bezel, roman numerals, on an oyster bracelet!

I second that emotion!

Thebiglagu · 28 June 2013, 06:01 AM

Which ever one just sings to you is the right one! Congrats and welcome.

27 June 2013, 05:01 PM	#1
esdeezy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 97	First Rolex. Lil nervous on first choice! Hello gents & fine ladies of this board! I've decided my first Rolex to be a DateJust II. When I first read about the new 41mm size last year, it really caught my eye and I knew that would be my first Rolex because I love big size watches! It's just so eye popping, trendy and awesome! Today was my first visit to my local AD, I was warmly greeted and welcomed by the sales lady. Very helpful by showing me the selection and variations. Overwhelmed because it seems like any thing I choose wouldn't be a bad choice because they're all so beautiful. BUT I want to choose my first to be something I REALLY love.. Amazingly enough I got a good discount and I thought was a good deal, so I put I deposit down and have to make a decision come Friday when the watch comes in. I've narrowed it down to 4 choices. -Smooth bezel Blue dial with Sticks because the dark blue looks amazing -Smooth bezel Blue dial with Romans -Fluted bezel Blue " -Fluted bezel Blue " Honestly I'm having a dilemma if I should go fluted/smooth too because it's just so eye popping and has that classic Rolex look shine. But then the smooth has that NEW age modern look. And the sales lady highly recommends the smooth bezel on me compared to the fluted as she say it 'suits' me more, which I do agree but the fluted just pops and screams! Would sticks be okay for formal/dressy occasions? Ideally I want something to wear both for casual and dressy, jeans and a suit. Which would work best for that. Sticks or Romans? Thanks in advance!

27 June 2013, 07:43 PM	#12
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,984	Blue stick dial...Congrats in advance and welcome to the world of Rolex!! Cheers, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

27 June 2013, 08:32 PM	#15
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,119	Congratulations and welcome to TRF. As to your choices I'd go blue dial probably with Romans with the more subdued smooth bezel. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

27 June 2013, 08:38 PM	#17
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	Really hate the title of this thread __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

27 June 2013, 09:29 PM	#18
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Sticks & fluted bezel. It will be fine formal or sporty. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Rags __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

27 June 2013, 05:24 PM	#2
slm9555 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 617	Sticks and fluted.

27 June 2013, 05:37 PM	#3
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	Don't over think it. All of your choices would suit similar circumstances similarly well, in my opinion. My personal choice would be sticks and fluted (the blue on the stick model is also nicer to me). Go with whatever takes your fancy. No wrong choice!

27 June 2013, 05:55 PM	#4
deepbeech "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Cambridge Posts: 6	You gotta love it when a plan comes together.

27 June 2013, 06:39 PM	#5
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,402	Blue dial with sticks for sure. The deeper sunburst dial looks amazing. I like both bezel options, and no matter which one you choose - either can be dress or casual.

27 June 2013, 06:58 PM	#7
Jonnybhoy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: UK Posts: 91	Either look is just classic. I would go fluted sticks myself but it's not going to be a huge difference either way. The watch shines like a beacon in any style. Enjoy.

27 June 2013, 07:10 PM	#9
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	Congratulations! You always remember your first!! I vote for smooth bezel, roman numerals, on an oyster bracelet!

27 June 2013, 07:27 PM	#10
Rogdogg 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bangkok Posts: 6,124	I have tried a lot of them on recently as I toy with the idea of getting a DJ next. For me it is smooth bezel only. I am torn between Blue Stick and Blue Roman but I think I am leaning towards Blue Stick. I think the Blue Roman is great but maybe a little more formal looking than I would like. I think the Blue Stick just looks a little more casual.

27 June 2013, 07:35 PM	#11
Miguel Alvarez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: England Watch: Exp2/Sub/DJ Posts: 343	I prefer stick dials over Roman numerals all day every day.

27 June 2013, 07:59 PM	#13
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,243	welcome! blue sticks is my favorite DJII dial. as for fluted or smooth, that's a tough one. the fluted is very sparkly and noticeable, but, it's also very nice. the smooth is more subtle. you can't lose either way. good luck and post some pix of the new watch.

27 June 2013, 08:14 PM	#14
captkevin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Florida Watch: Subs Posts: 689	I've only been interested in the Rolex sport models, but lately the DJ2 smooth bezel and blue stick dial has really been calling me.

27 June 2013, 08:34 PM	#16
airchitect "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: KY Watch: A few..... Posts: 3,796	either bezel with sticks.... oh and while you're buying, I will take 2!

27 June 2013, 09:47 PM	#19
gwozhog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Point Blank, TX Posts: 2,894	Fluted bezel and Romans. __________________ I once dated a girl in high school and her dad told me I would never amount to anything. He was right

27 June 2013, 10:20 PM	#20
KeepTicking "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Brian Location: NY Watch: DJ2, BLNR, PO, Nav Posts: 606	Fluted blue roman for me!!

27 June 2013, 10:22 PM	#21
Doctorsti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Delaware Watch: 116660 Posts: 586	I also vote fluted blue stick dial. That was my second choice over the fluted rhodium arabic dial I wanted more. __________________ 116660, goodbye old friend. See you in a few years.

27 June 2013, 10:30 PM	#22
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,996	Fluted w/Blue sticks...but you can't go wrong either way.

27 June 2013, 10:42 PM	#23
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	Easy decision...this one:) __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

27 June 2013, 11:31 PM	#24
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,658	Stick and fluted. The light really reflects light like magic on the fluted bezel __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

27 June 2013, 11:58 PM	#26
Brandon(phila) "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Brandon Location: Phila burbs Watch: DSSD Posts: 755	SS DJ II is very versatile....casual or dress (TT might make it more on the dressy side) but SS you can wear everyday from swim suit to Suit and everything in between. I think the fluted bezel gives a slightly more dress look. YES I know the stickers were on....they were taken off 5 min later

28 June 2013, 12:09 AM	#27
NGB185 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Nick Location: New Jersey Watch: 16610 Posts: 250	The blue dial is really superb so good choice. The sticks are classic Rolex IMO as is the fluted bezel. I prefer the fluted personally, and it will not show the inevitable scratches like the smooth will. But, as you know from poking around TRF you must go with your heart. Get the one that knocks your socks off when you put it on. And like many of us here, 5 or 10 knock our socks off, so we just keep acquiring new ones...lol. Congrats and good luck. __________________ 16610 :: 116520 :: 116500 :: 116610LV :: 116622 :: 126334 :: 116710LN :: 126710BLRO :: 116710BLNR Daytona Owners Thread lives here for over five years: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=301993

28 June 2013, 04:32 AM	#28
floater156 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Wisconsin Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,984	In my mind there are three differences to consider: 1) Shade of blue 2) Bezel 3) Weight The roman and stick blues are very different colors. I highly prefer the color of the stick dial, it is dark and more rich. The obvious difference is the bezel. I own a DJII and let me tell you, the fluted bezel sparkles A LOT. The fluted bezel model will also have gold on it which will make it slightly heavier. I prefer lighter watches, due to more comfort. Having said all this, I would choose the fluted stick. I love the color of the blue with the stick dial and like the sparkle of the bezel. Post pics when you make your decision. Congrats in advance. __________________ Lead by example through production.

28 June 2013, 06:01 AM	#30
Thebiglagu "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Tommy Location: New jersey Watch: Rolex 16610 Posts: 457	Which ever one just sings to you is the right one! Congrats and welcome.

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