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IT Nerd · 28 October 2016, 02:58 PM

The TT white dial DJ with the jubilee bracelet was my grail when I was in high school over 25 years ago. Since then, I have owned a couple of SS 36mm DJ's and a SS DJ2.

Sadly, the honeymoons with those pieces did not last very long at all! I cannot get used to 36mm after having worn 39-42mm watches for the last decade+. The DJ2's proportions for me were just way off for me - something just didn't seem right about it.

Lately, I've been finding myself staring at the new Datejust 41 models. I absolutely LOVE the new proportions and the fact that they have a new jubilee bracelet option!!! There are several configuration options that appeal to me!

Now here are my problems... first, I am REALLY trying to slim down my collection down to a single watch, I have tried and failed in the past, but I am determined to do just this - not so much a financial issue - more so than a mental thing!

That said, this watch is not very practical for me!!! When I look at my lifestyle (I'm the outdoors type) and my everyday wardrobe, it doesn't seem like it would be a good fit. I typically wear jeans, hooded sweatshirts, or something from my closet full of Arc'teryx gear - for work, play, etc. The TT DJ seems kind of a better fit if I dressed more business casual, which I never do!

Maybe I am wrong, but I just can't really see rocking a new TT DJ 41 with that kind of wardrobe, and I don't know how I would feel wearing a watch like that when i am out hiking, sailing, or doing random things outdoors.

If I followed the "buy what you like" philosophy, I would likely acquire one - however, I am seriously trying to think this out logically .. this piece, to me though is a bit like reuniting with a first love!

What do you all think?

Chewbacca · 28 October 2016, 03:09 PM

dssd

Cru Jones · 28 October 2016, 03:09 PM

Perhaps an SS DJ41 is coming in March.

RHJ · 28 October 2016, 03:13 PM

Maybe Explorer II would do for you...

japenney · 28 October 2016, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Perhaps an SS DJ41 is coming in March.

yep

IT Nerd · 28 October 2016, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RHJ

Maybe Explorer II would do for you...

I own a 42mm black dial Explorer 2 (wearing it as I type this).

Rolex fan 61 · 28 October 2016, 04:22 PM

Explorer 2

catsclaw · 28 October 2016, 04:25 PM

Expy II polar 42mm

RHJ · 28 October 2016, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IT Nerd

I own a 42mm black dial Explorer 2 (wearing it as I type this).

So... it's done

Earnyourturns · 28 October 2016, 04:37 PM

I also have a wardrobe full of Arcteryx and spend a lot of time outdoors. I have recently bought the new Explorer. Unless you need a date, it's perfect and by the sound of things will go well with your style.

The Sub-lime One · 28 October 2016, 05:29 PM

Sd4k

28 October 2016, 02:58 PM	#1
IT Nerd 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: VA Watch: me flip Posts: 1,021	Driving me nuts!!! The TT white dial DJ with the jubilee bracelet was my grail when I was in high school over 25 years ago. Since then, I have owned a couple of SS 36mm DJ's and a SS DJ2. Sadly, the honeymoons with those pieces did not last very long at all! I cannot get used to 36mm after having worn 39-42mm watches for the last decade+. The DJ2's proportions for me were just way off for me - something just didn't seem right about it. Lately, I've been finding myself staring at the new Datejust 41 models. I absolutely LOVE the new proportions and the fact that they have a new jubilee bracelet option!!! There are several configuration options that appeal to me! Now here are my problems... first, I am REALLY trying to slim down my collection down to a single watch, I have tried and failed in the past, but I am determined to do just this - not so much a financial issue - more so than a mental thing! That said, this watch is not very practical for me!!! When I look at my lifestyle (I'm the outdoors type) and my everyday wardrobe, it doesn't seem like it would be a good fit. I typically wear jeans, hooded sweatshirts, or something from my closet full of Arc'teryx gear - for work, play, etc. The TT DJ seems kind of a better fit if I dressed more business casual, which I never do! Maybe I am wrong, but I just can't really see rocking a new TT DJ 41 with that kind of wardrobe, and I don't know how I would feel wearing a watch like that when i am out hiking, sailing, or doing random things outdoors. If I followed the "buy what you like" philosophy, I would likely acquire one - however, I am seriously trying to think this out logically .. this piece, to me though is a bit like reuniting with a first love! What do you all think?

28 October 2016, 03:13 PM	#4
RHJ 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: here Watch: 214270 Mk1 Posts: 924	Maybe Explorer II would do for you... __________________ here to learn

28 October 2016, 03:09 PM	#2
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	dssd

28 October 2016, 03:09 PM	#3
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,255	Perhaps an SS DJ41 is coming in March.

28 October 2016, 04:22 PM	#7
Rolex fan 61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK Posts: 1,262	Explorer 2

28 October 2016, 04:25 PM	#8
catsclaw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 102	Expy II polar 42mm

28 October 2016, 04:37 PM	#10
Earnyourturns "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Scotland Posts: 149	I also have a wardrobe full of Arcteryx and spend a lot of time outdoors. I have recently bought the new Explorer. Unless you need a date, it's perfect and by the sound of things will go well with your style.

28 October 2016, 05:29 PM	#11
The Sub-lime One "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Dee Location: London Posts: 925	Sd4k

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