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Dr.Stu · 16 February 2023, 05:49 PM

Got a call from my AD to try on this timepiece while awaiting a DD Platinum (have been debating between a smooth bezel 228206 w/diagonal dial vs. a new 228236 w/ice blue dial/diamond indices).

Rolex Day-Date President 228349RBR Meteorite Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 1 copy.jpg

Rolex Day-Date President 228349RBR Meteorite Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 2 copy.jpg

I'd not considered white gold for the Day Date and generally I am not a fan of meteorite dials, but I think this one is incredible- and believe me- it is stunning in person & tough to capture in a photo. But, I think I just can't pull off all this bling :(

Anyone sporting this one? While I think a WG DD can be a daily-driver- I don't think this one can (at least not for me)!

Anyone with wrist pics of a WG DD meteorite dial w/the fluted bezel? Seems like it might seem kind of dull after seeing all the sparkle from the diamond bezel, or does it work with the meteorite dial? As a daily-driver?

All pix & opinions welcome on this, the 1st thread I've started here!

emtee · 16 February 2023, 06:28 PM

Stunning watch but the diamond bezel makes it too feminine for me personally. If it was with fluted or smooth I would love to have it.

SS Oyster · 16 February 2023, 06:34 PM

Too much bling for me

SLWoodster · 16 February 2023, 06:39 PM

Have seen this in person. Looks amazing.

Most people who think diamond bezels are feminine or too blingy don't actually interact with gemset day dates that often. It's not really shinier than a fluted bezel when looking at it from arm's distance.

However I don't feel the diamond center-linked bracelet is worth it at like $50,000 by itself.

SWS65SM · 16 February 2023, 06:39 PM

Indeed it’s a lot of bling, even in WG, was offered one but passed due to it, i just couldnt pull off that look. Amazing looking piece though…

JSolution · 16 February 2023, 07:36 PM

Better without that bezel - IMO

DJH1977 · 16 February 2023, 10:16 PM

You know what? I think the bezel works with meteorite and baguettes. Another dial or another color metal, and I would not think so. You have to be comfortable wearing it of course. Special watch--may or may not be for you.

Abaco24 · 6 December 2023, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by SLWoodster

Have seen this in person. Looks amazing.

Most people who think diamond bezels are feminine or too blingy don't actually interact with gemset day dates that often. It's not really shinier than a fluted bezel when looking at it from arm's distance.

However I don't feel the diamond center-linked bracelet is worth it at like $50,000 by itself.

I agree, GET the diamond bezel - there are so many black dial steel SUBS around, how boring. So why not enjoy what YOU like vs. people who may not want to spend that much or just can't afford it, so they bash it? Rolex is a high-end, precision TP. Buy what YOU like and wear it proudly for a great life accomplishment. Too blingy?? Who GAF? On a Datejust which is a formal watch anyway, it's the ultimate in luxury TP and the OG Rolex. So wear the SUB all over for everyday wear, and a diamond bezel iced out DJ out to dinner and special events. Waiting on a 126283-RBR MOP dial, Diamond Bezel - Also have a 2020 116613LB "Blusey" with Blue Sunburst dial, One Sport, One Formal

swexlin · 6 December 2023, 11:41 AM

I think it's stunning. If it were offered, and I could afford (I can't, by the way), would take it.

TunaTuna · 6 December 2023, 12:12 PM

The 206 isn't made anymore so you will be waiting for a very long time. Get the 236, noone is buying now so you should get it easy

WatchTimes · 6 December 2023, 12:40 PM

Id wait for the 228236 with the glacier blue diamond dial.
My AD knows as soon as he gets once in I will be upgrading my 228238.
If you are sensitive to heavy watches Id get the WG without the diamond bezel.

Benzsiam · 6 December 2023, 03:19 PM

Wow, this is one of the most gorgeous timepiece, I would love to have it.

996marty · 6 December 2023, 03:29 PM

The watch looks great but for me the diamond bezel is a step too far

Cshull · 6 December 2023, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr.Stu

Got a call from my AD to try on this timepiece while awaiting a DD Platinum (have been debating between a smooth bezel 228206 w/diagonal dial vs. a new 228236 w/ice blue dial/diamond indices).

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I'd not considered white gold for the Day Date and generally I am not a fan of meteorite dials, but I think this one is incredible- and believe me- it is stunning in person & tough to capture in a photo. But, I think I just can't pull off all this bling :(

Anyone sporting this one? While I think a WG DD can be a daily-driver- I don't think this one can (at least not for me)!

Anyone with wrist pics of a WG DD meteorite dial w/the fluted bezel? Seems like it might seem kind of dull after seeing all the sparkle from the diamond bezel, or does it work with the meteorite dial? As a daily-driver?

All pix & opinions welcome on this, the 1st thread I've started here!

I don’t think the fluted bezel is dull at all. I don’t care much for the diamond bezel on a man- for a ladies watch it is just fine. Given the choice between the two- I’d take fluted 10/10 times even at the same price

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nosignalbmwdriver · 6 December 2023, 03:46 PM

goated

Old Expat Beast · 6 December 2023, 03:56 PM

Ten months later, zero response to requested opinions - I'm guessing he didn't get it.

Michael1968 · 6 December 2023, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ss oyster

too much bling for me

+1

928ktgold · 6 December 2023, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cshull

I don’t think the fluted bezel is dull at all. I don’t care much for the diamond bezel on a man- for a ladies watch it is just fine. Given the choice between the two- I’d take fluted 10/10 times even at the same price

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Yes no diamond bezel. It takes away something from the special dial. The fluted bezel frames it beautifully

Kiddodoc · 6 December 2023, 10:45 PM

Diamond bezel is too much for me.

Calatrava r · 7 December 2023, 12:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emtee

Stunning watch but the diamond bezel makes it too feminine for me personally. If it was with fluted or smooth I would love to have it.

I agree it would be a winner without the diamond bezel. Diamond bezels are fine but to me they don't go well with meteorite dials.

Trailboss516 · 7 December 2023, 01:42 AM

diamonds and bling get a bunch of hate here, but i love that.

rcwatchcollector · 7 December 2023, 01:52 AM

If I were to go diamond bezel I would do full pave diamond dial. For meteorite dial I prefer a normal bezel.

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WatchGuy1966 · 7 December 2023, 05:40 AM

IMO, as someone said, the diamond bezel diminishes the beauty of the baguettes on this watch.

I own this watch with a fluted bezel and I think it's stunning

The real answer lies within you. And I think you know the answer - you want the 228236-0006

miamiclay · 7 December 2023, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr.Stu

Anyone with wrist pics of a WG DD meteorite dial w/the fluted bezel?

Here’s mine, though with a different meteorite dial.
If I ever reduced to one daily driver this one might be it, but personally, the diamond bezel would be tough for me to carry off every day.
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fskywalker · 7 December 2023, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS Oyster

Too much bling for me

+1

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7sins · 7 December 2023, 04:21 PM

Love it! Love the diamond bezel platona too! I feel they are less blingy in person.

John Doyle · 7 December 2023, 04:47 PM

That purchase would be for your wife i assume? If yes, 100% go for it!

16 February 2023, 05:49 PM	#1
Dr.Stu 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: New York City Posts: 625	Rolex Day Date WG 228349RBR Meteorite Diamond Dial/Diamond Bezel- Opinions, please! Got a call from my AD to try on this timepiece while awaiting a DD Platinum (have been debating between a smooth bezel 228206 w/diagonal dial vs. a new 228236 w/ice blue dial/diamond indices). Rolex Day-Date President 228349RBR Meteorite Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 1 copy.jpg Rolex Day-Date President 228349RBR Meteorite Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 2 copy.jpg I'd not considered white gold for the Day Date and generally I am not a fan of meteorite dials, but I think this one is incredible- and believe me- it is stunning in person & tough to capture in a photo. But, I think I just can't pull off all this bling :( Anyone sporting this one? While I think a WG DD can be a daily-driver- I don't think this one can (at least not for me)! Anyone with wrist pics of a WG DD meteorite dial w/the fluted bezel? Seems like it might seem kind of dull after seeing all the sparkle from the diamond bezel, or does it work with the meteorite dial? As a daily-driver? All pix & opinions welcome on this, the 1st thread I've started here! __________________ “Own time or time will own you.” —Brian Norgard

6 December 2023, 12:40 PM	#11
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	Id wait for the 228236 with the glacier blue diamond dial. My AD knows as soon as he gets once in I will be upgrading my 228238. If you are sensitive to heavy watches Id get the WG without the diamond bezel. __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

6 December 2023, 03:19 PM	#12
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,000	Wow, this is one of the most gorgeous timepiece, I would love to have it. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

6 December 2023, 03:56 PM	#16
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,793	Ten months later, zero response to requested opinions - I'm guessing he didn't get it. __________________ _______________________

7 December 2023, 04:21 PM	#26
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,603	Love it! Love the diamond bezel platona too! I feel they are less blingy in person. __________________ Richard Mille RG RM030 \|\| Richard Mille RM72ti \|\| AP 26240 50TH Green Royal Oak Chrono \|\| AP Royal Oak Off Shore Gulf Blue 26238 \|\| AP Royal Oak Blue JUMBO SS 15202ST \|\| AP ROO Diver Green 15720ST \|\| ♕ Rolex Platinum Daytona Diamond 116506 \|\| Cartier Santos

16 February 2023, 06:28 PM	#2
emtee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Real Name: Matt Location: UK Posts: 1,250	Stunning watch but the diamond bezel makes it too feminine for me personally. If it was with fluted or smooth I would love to have it.

16 February 2023, 06:34 PM	#3
SS Oyster 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,202	Too much bling for me

16 February 2023, 06:39 PM	#4
SLWoodster "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: California Watch: GMT BLNR Posts: 1,502	Have seen this in person. Looks amazing. Most people who think diamond bezels are feminine or too blingy don't actually interact with gemset day dates that often. It's not really shinier than a fluted bezel when looking at it from arm's distance. However I don't feel the diamond center-linked bracelet is worth it at like $50,000 by itself.

16 February 2023, 06:39 PM	#5
SWS65SM 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: EAST Watch: Rainbow....CasiOak Posts: 508	Indeed it’s a lot of bling, even in WG, was offered one but passed due to it, i just couldnt pull off that look. Amazing looking piece though…

16 February 2023, 07:36 PM	#6
JSolution "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Jay Location: England Watch: SkyD Posts: 6,398	Better without that bezel - IMO

16 February 2023, 10:16 PM	#7
DJH1977 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Posts: 426	You know what? I think the bezel works with meteorite and baguettes. Another dial or another color metal, and I would not think so. You have to be comfortable wearing it of course. Special watch--may or may not be for you.

6 December 2023, 11:41 AM	#9
swexlin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: West Chester PA Posts: 422	I think it's stunning. If it were offered, and I could afford (I can't, by the way), would take it.

6 December 2023, 12:12 PM	#10
TunaTuna 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Merica Posts: 1,330	The 206 isn't made anymore so you will be waiting for a very long time. Get the 236, noone is buying now so you should get it easy

6 December 2023, 03:29 PM	#13
996marty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Uk Watch: RolexGMT/Tudor7928 Posts: 4,179	The watch looks great but for me the diamond bezel is a step too far

6 December 2023, 03:46 PM	#15
nosignalbmwdriver "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Ontario Watch: TT Skydwelli Posts: 849	goated

6 December 2023, 10:45 PM	#19
Kiddodoc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: Texas Watch: 15 and counting! Posts: 3,531	Diamond bezel is too much for me.

7 December 2023, 01:42 AM	#21
Trailboss516 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: In denial Watch: It's complicated Posts: 1,619	diamonds and bling get a bunch of hate here, but i love that.

7 December 2023, 01:52 AM	#22
rcwatchcollector Banned Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: New York Posts: 384	If I were to go diamond bezel I would do full pave diamond dial. For meteorite dial I prefer a normal bezel. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

7 December 2023, 05:40 AM	#23
WatchGuy1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Location Location Posts: 1,794	IMO, as someone said, the diamond bezel diminishes the beauty of the baguettes on this watch. I own this watch with a fluted bezel and I think it's stunning The real answer lies within you. And I think you know the answer - you want the 228236-0006

7 December 2023, 04:47 PM	#27
John Doyle "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: US Posts: 720	That purchase would be for your wife i assume? If yes, 100% go for it!

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