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the dark knight · 21 January 2017, 07:16 AM

Previously I really liked these DJ models, but I just went to the AD over lunch and this time I didn't like it as much. Something just felt a bit disjointed. Found myself much preferring the "traditional" fluted bezel/jubilee DJs.

I felt like the smooth bezel/oyster bracelet combo worked much better with the Explorer or OP.

What are your opinions on that particular model of DJ?

jb335 · 21 January 2017, 07:18 AM

Don't care for that combo at all.

For me, DJ has to be fluted with a jub.

strongarms · 21 January 2017, 07:25 AM

Not a jubilee fan....Fluted bezels are nice, but an oyster bracelet and a smooth bezel....The elegance is in the simplicity.

watchwatcher · 21 January 2017, 07:32 AM

I think it works...to my mind, the smooth bezel/oyster combo has a "sportier" look and feel.

natosub · 21 January 2017, 07:45 AM

They're ok in pictures but in the flesh the fluted bezel is nicer in my opinion.

77T · 21 January 2017, 08:54 AM

To me it looks a lot like an Explorer case-wise

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jdmi32 · 21 January 2017, 10:03 AM

It's my favorite combo for the DJ. Second would be the engine turned bezel with jubilee bracelet.

JimSnyder · 21 January 2017, 10:46 AM

I'm a fan

JimSnyder · 21 January 2017, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdmi32

It's my favorite combo for the DJ. Second would be the engine turned bezel with jubilee bracelet.

Classic

mtgjr · 21 January 2017, 11:41 AM

I think both Oyster and Jubilee work but either way, the DJ needs a fluted bezel. Same with DD. Save the plain bezel for the Expy.

sea-dweller · 21 January 2017, 11:44 AM

That's the best Datejust combo, IMO.

kunlun · 21 January 2017, 12:21 PM

Smooth bezel DJ is one of the classiest, understated, dress up / dress down watches ever.

It's fantastic.

jaySL350 · 22 January 2017, 03:27 AM

i think fluted
recently flipped my blnr for a dj2 with wg fluted bezal and gorgeous dark blue dial that goes many different shades of blue,purple,black,,,perfect fit,,,everyday beater but good for all occasions ,,i tried one on in schipol airport before xmas and fell in love,,,,,
blnr although a beauty i just felt the bezal seemed very large imho ,,
In moments of passion my wifes hair would get entangled

,,,,,
i post some pics of the dj2,,,,,ticks all boxes for me,,,,,full set and totally mint even when using a loupe,,,,,,jay

mtgjr · 22 January 2017, 03:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaySL350

blnr although a beauty i just felt the bezal seemed very large imho ,,
In moments of passion my wifes hair would get entangled

,,,,,

Hmmm. Could be time for another "Is it safe..." thread?

GRabens · 22 January 2017, 07:06 AM

I really like mine.

swish77 · 22 January 2017, 08:18 AM

A smooth-bezel DJ with an oyster bracelet is a great combo, but it might look better on vintage models for some reason. Here's my DJ from '79.

TickTockChuck · 22 January 2017, 08:39 AM

If we're talking the new DJ41 (currently only in 2-tone), then I prefer the fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet combo. Not a fan of the 41mm DJII in any form. Otherwise the smooth bezel & oyster braclet 39mm Explorer I and 39/36mm OP/DJ work for me. Just my humble opinion. Cheers!

nathandyck · 22 January 2017, 01:34 PM

I'm a huge fan! In my opinion, it's an especially great look for a younger person.

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21 January 2017, 07:16 AM	#1
the dark knight 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,383	Thoughts on the DJ with smooth bezel/oyster bracelet? Previously I really liked these DJ models, but I just went to the AD over lunch and this time I didn't like it as much. Something just felt a bit disjointed. Found myself much preferring the "traditional" fluted bezel/jubilee DJs. I felt like the smooth bezel/oyster bracelet combo worked much better with the Explorer or OP. What are your opinions on that particular model of DJ?

21 January 2017, 08:54 AM	#6
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,694	To me it looks a lot like an Explorer case-wise Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

21 January 2017, 10:46 AM	#8
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,711	I'm a fan __________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

21 January 2017, 11:44 AM	#11
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	That's the best Datejust combo, IMO. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

21 January 2017, 07:18 AM	#2
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 6,797	Don't care for that combo at all. For me, DJ has to be fluted with a jub.

21 January 2017, 07:25 AM	#3
strongarms "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: John Paul Location: Katy TX Watch: Sub/Speedy Posts: 144	Not a jubilee fan....Fluted bezels are nice, but an oyster bracelet and a smooth bezel....The elegance is in the simplicity.

21 January 2017, 07:32 AM	#4
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	I think it works...to my mind, the smooth bezel/oyster combo has a "sportier" look and feel.

21 January 2017, 07:45 AM	#5
natosub "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: USA Watch: the tide roll in.. Posts: 1,138	They're ok in pictures but in the flesh the fluted bezel is nicer in my opinion.

21 January 2017, 11:41 AM	#10
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	I think both Oyster and Jubilee work but either way, the DJ needs a fluted bezel. Same with DD. Save the plain bezel for the Expy.

21 January 2017, 12:21 PM	#12
kunlun "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,894	Smooth bezel DJ is one of the classiest, understated, dress up / dress down watches ever. It's fantastic.

22 January 2017, 03:27 AM	#13
jaySL350 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: jay Location: North London Watch: BBG,Hulk,16013,DJB Posts: 3,278	i think fluted recently flipped my blnr for a dj2 with wg fluted bezal and gorgeous dark blue dial that goes many different shades of blue,purple,black,,,perfect fit,,,everyday beater but good for all occasions ,,i tried one on in schipol airport before xmas and fell in love,,,,, blnr although a beauty i just felt the bezal seemed very large imho ,, In moments of passion my wifes hair would get entangled ,,,,, i post some pics of the dj2,,,,,ticks all boxes for me,,,,,full set and totally mint even when using a loupe,,,,,,jay

22 January 2017, 08:39 AM	#17
TickTockChuck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Chuck Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 2,125	If we're talking the new DJ41 (currently only in 2-tone), then I prefer the fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet combo. Not a fan of the 41mm DJII in any form. Otherwise the smooth bezel & oyster braclet 39mm Explorer I and 39/36mm OP/DJ work for me. Just my humble opinion. Cheers!

22 January 2017, 01:34 PM	#18
nathandyck "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Posts: 16	I'm a huge fan! In my opinion, it's an especially great look for a younger person. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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