First Rolex - thoughts?

[jl1861]

Hey everyone, I'm looking to get my first Rolex to celebrate a special occasion and even after watching a million videos and trying them out, I'm pretty conflicted on which I should get. My choices right now are the Explorer I and a blue DJ 41 with a smooth bezel + jubilee. I realize they're two very different styles but I love the look of them both.

The most notable watches I have in my collection are the Omega speedy and IWC pilot, and I would want the Rolex to be complimentary. I'm usually a more casual dressing guy but I heard that the DJ can be very casual as well and I do have to go business casual at work.

Any thoughts to help me make up my mind?

[kieselguhr]

My advice is to get the one that has been on your mind from the get go and you constantly think about. That way whenever you glance for the time it puts a big wide smile on your face.

Either watch works for any occasion. Although members here will have you believe that the Datejust is only appropriate with formal/business attire and you need to be dressed like Indiana Jones to wear an explorer, I feel that way of thinking is a self imposed mental limitation.

The truth is you can wear any watch in any attire for any occasion and no one but you will care.

[Dj_masse]

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

My advice is to get the one that has been on your mind from the get go and you constantly think about. That way whenever you glance for the time it puts a big wide smile on your face.

Either watch works for any occasion. Although members here will have you believe that the Datejust is only appropriate with formal/business attire and you need to be dressed like Indiana Jones to wear an explorer, I feel that is a self imposed mental limitation. The truth is you can wear any watch in any attire and any occasion and no one but you will care.

agree with this. Get what you desire at the end of the day. No number of opinions will change that. You can’t go wrong with either one of those pieces. Good luck with your choice.


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[Mystro]

A DJ is a signature Rolex look. Usually a DJ or a SS Sub is the most popular first Rolex. I personally would want a fluted bezel on my DJ41 because its "THE" iconic Rolex look. I think the DJ will go anywhere in and out of the water and could be your only watch if need be. That puts it in the "vacation watch" or "Travelers watch" category since it has a 100m WR.

[ROLEX*]

Both are fine but have you ever consider the oyster perpetual Tiffany blue?

[Oyster Sauce]

Either of those options will complement your Speedy and IWC nicely, and both are at home in a casual environment. If I were to choose between the two I’d go Explorer. It is a great one and only Rolex, and a great one and only watch. If you do happen to get bitten by the Rolex bug, you can always get a DJ later (and perhaps even with the iconic fluted bezel). Best wishes

[zion_rasta]

DJ41 would be my pick

[stark1]

Good suggestions provided above already, but based on your current lineup, I'd say the DJ would be more complementary to your overall collection. That would be my choice. There's also so much variety when it comes to DJ, so customizing to the version that works best for you could be a fun and personal activity.

[brucethemanlee]

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

The truth is you can wear any watch in any attire for any occasion and no one but you will care.

agree with above

but if i were to choose I'd get the explorer....

[Guinness58]

Originally Posted by jl1861

Hey everyone, I'm looking to get my first Rolex to celebrate a special occasion and even after watching a million videos and trying them out, I'm pretty conflicted on which I should get. My choices right now are the Explorer I and a blue DJ 41 with a smooth bezel + jubilee. I realize they're two very different styles but I love the look of them both.

The most notable watches I have in my collection are the Omega speedy and IWC pilot, and I would want the Rolex to be complimentary. I'm usually a more casual dressing guy but I heard that the DJ can be very casual as well and I do have to go business casual at work.

Any thoughts to help me make up my mind?

You already have two watches with black dials, I would go with the blue DJ.

[RaZCaL]

I would strongly consider fluted bezel and oyster with blue dial. Very versatile as you can go causal and dress up.

[Rori]

Originally Posted by jl1861

Hey everyone, I'm looking to get my first Rolex to celebrate a special occasion and even after watching a million videos and trying them out, I'm pretty conflicted on which I should get. My choices right now are the Explorer I and a blue DJ 41 with a smooth bezel + jubilee. I realize they're two very different styles but I love the look of them both.

The most notable watches I have in my collection are the Omega speedy and IWC pilot, and I would want the Rolex to be complimentary. I'm usually a more casual dressing guy but I heard that the DJ can be very casual as well and I do have to go business casual at work.

Any thoughts to help me make up my mind?

I wanted the DJ to be my first Rolex. When I tried it "DJ41" I felt it's a bit small to my taste, maybe I was wrong but if you ever decide to go the DJ way, my advise to you is to get the fluid bezel, it's DJ DNA.Them you option the oyster bracelet if you're sporty dressed guy or the jubilee if you're more formal. Amazing watch.

[RJRJRJ]

Based on your comment about you hearing that the DJ can be casual, it sounds like that's the one you're eyeing, but are just worried about that aspect. If that's the case go for it. It can definitely be worn with casual attire.

[RotorSelfWinding]

Cannot go wrong with either options. I have the Explorer but I want the DJ

[Easy E]

Originally Posted by zion_rasta

dj41 would be my pick

+1

[Andad]

I do own suits but haven’t worn one for more that 12 months.

I wear all my watches with jeans and tee shirts.

They are watches - I wear them - they don’t wear me.

[Oxfordian]

Go with the watch you want, these decisions are important and you need to pick the watch you want to wear and not what someone else think you should be wearing.

Now, I don't have an Explorer but do have the DJ albeit with a Rhodium dial rather than the blue, for me it is a watch that I can wear at any time, whether formal with a work shirt, casual down the pub or on the beach, it just works on any occasion.

Enjoy hunting down the watch.

[DCJD]

I'm in a similar boat in the market for my first Rolex. I wear suits more often than most for work but not everyday. That being said I want a versatile watch and debated the Explorer II and a blue dial Datejust for some time. I spoke with my local AD about the DJ and he is currently working on it. I don't think you can go wrong either way.

[UK_]

I (pre pandemic) wear suits to work every day.

I bought a DJ41 blue, sticks, smooth bezel on jubilee.

A nice watch, but really regretted not having the fluted bezel, and that is how a DJ is supposed to look.

I replaced it with the fluted version, and love it.

But, no matter what anyone ways, it is a dressy watch. I think it looks out one place with casual, and especially outdoor type clothes, which I wear a lot of.

So I have a LV Sub incoming.

I personally don’t see the appeal of the explorer, the Sub and the DJ are pure Rolex through and through.


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[Benzsiam]

Blue DJ 41 or Explorer I would be a very good start with Rolex. You can acquire directly from the boutique/AD and start a good relationship with them for future purchase.

[Boaters]

DJ 41 fluted bezel and IMPO a blue dial

[MiDoon]

Originally Posted by razcal

i would strongly consider fluted bezel and oyster with blue dial. Very versatile as you can go causal and dress up.

this!

[RotorSelfWinding]

Originally Posted by Boaters

DJ 41 fluted bezel and IMPO a blue dial

That's the one I want. Maybe some day.

[Justinmg]

I’d get the dj but with a oyster bracelet, best of both watches

[Ohiorolex]

My first Rolex was a sub. I would recommend establishing a relationship with an SA at an AD and starting with the ultimate Rolex, a submariner. No matter what your finances are or how your tastes evolve based on what you wrote in your post you will never regret a sub. No matter what your AD says they are plentiful. Show your interest and you can get one within a few months at the most.

[Seddyspaghetti]

Explorer bc I’m not a fan of djs with smooth bezel.

[rmagoo57]

Since you're hooked on the smooth bezel, go with the Explorer I. Later you can add a lighter dialed DJ, fluted, jubilee for a perfect duo. After that, ........

[Flintstone]

It doesn't matter which one you get now. You'll soon still want the other one and put those wheels in motion too. It's how we are wired.

[Spartan King]

I really like the smooth bezel DJ and oyster bracelet with blue dial. Very versatile watch. For me though the DJ is the right size. The Explorer is a great looking watch also, just a bit too small for me.

[alonsowwss]

You can add some sprinkles to it ;)




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