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30 June 2016, 11:53 PM | #1 |
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Tried on New Datejust 41...
The same day I tried on the Air King I also sampled the new DJ41. For not downsizing the actual 41mm case size Rolex sure have made this watch seem a lot more comfortable than the DJII. I love a lot of the dials available on the DJII but the watch seemed to wear a bit big on my wrist. The new 41 is gorgeous and to me the Oysterclasp isn't a huge deal. Can't wait to see what dials they eventually come out with for it.
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30 June 2016, 11:56 PM | #2 |
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Beautiful watch, for sure.
Is it my imagination or are the stick markers thinner on the new DJ41? I am attaching a pic of my DJ2 for comparison/reference. |
1 July 2016, 12:49 AM | #3 |
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Yeah, I recall reading somewhere that Rolex did reduce the width of the markers on the new DJ41. Looks good.
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1 July 2016, 12:53 AM | #4 |
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Yes lugs are thinner, as well as the lugs and the bezel. Bracelet integrates more elegantly in the case. Much improved IMO. Tried it on it is fantastic.
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1 July 2016, 01:34 AM | #5 |
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Very nice! I never considered purchasing a Datejust, but I really like the proportions.
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1 July 2016, 02:44 AM | #6 |
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Used to own a DJ II, but found it to be too big for my tastes after a few years of ownership. I must say that the DJ 41 is much more refined. Still a large watch, but a little more sleek. The DJ II is still a beauty, but I prefer the looks of the DJ 41.
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1 July 2016, 02:56 AM | #7 |
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Looks great! Now how long until a steel version is released...
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1 July 2016, 02:56 AM | #8 |
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Thinner hour markers and bezel, jubilee and choco dial do make it very appealing.
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1 July 2016, 04:05 AM | #9 |
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Looks great!
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1 July 2016, 07:21 AM | #10 |
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I really like it!!! I can see myself getting one in the near future. The RG combo sings to me.
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1 July 2016, 10:29 AM | #11 |
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Thinner hour markers match the width of the hands better than on the DJII
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1 July 2016, 10:33 AM | #12 |
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Much better proportioned IMO. It does seem that Rolex listens and makes U-turns.
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1 July 2016, 10:41 AM | #13 |
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I'm with you Eric!
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4 July 2016, 02:54 AM | #14 |
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Beautiful!
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7 July 2016, 10:54 PM | #15 |
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I tried one on recently as well and was really impressed by how much better proportioned the flutted bezel was compared to the DJII.
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9 August 2016, 12:10 AM | #16 |
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Yes tried one last week hadn't really considered the DJ only because I'm more into the sports models. However the DJ is such a legend I thought might do it try though still paying off my explorer 2 from 2014! I only like the stainless steel so I'll wait until they bring it out. I'm not a gold or a jubilee fan however the jubillee was extremely comfortable top be honest I was impressed! The date just 2 was very nice I wouldn't knock it back but the new 41 just seemed a bit more sleek which is unusual me I usually prefer chunky but both beautiful watches.
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9 August 2016, 12:12 AM | #17 |
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Bloody predictive text sorry for the terrible grammar and odd missing words in my last post!!
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9 August 2016, 12:33 AM | #18 |
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I actually was able to try one on yesterday. Really a wonderful piece. The size and configuration of everything really was impressive. I had a DJ II once but returned it to the AD as I loved the look but just could not seem to bond with it.
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9 August 2016, 05:08 AM | #19 |
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9 August 2016, 05:11 AM | #20 |
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Very nice, although I still prefer the 'II
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