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donkey81 · 24 August 2005, 04:22 AM

How easy does the polished bezel on the datejust scratch? I'm trying to decide between getting the turned bezel or the polished bezel on a SS datejust with a silver stick face. I also prefer the jubilee band. Which bezel do you prefer?

JJ Irani · 24 August 2005, 04:26 AM

Hi....err donkey....hey, I hate calling you 'donkey'. Could we please at least have your first name? Thanks.

And a BIG welcome to this forum.

Both bezels look good. Frankly, the polished bezel does give the watch a more classy and dressy look, whereas the engine-turned bezel makes it look more rugged and sporty. Just my opinion, though. Go with the one that smiles more at you. And, yes, the polished bezel would be more prone to scratches.

Cheers - JJ

G Shearing · 24 August 2005, 04:32 AM

Hi. Well for me it's like saying of a beautiful woman I like your hair just a little over your eye.... she's still beautiful. Same with these.
The plain bezel accentuates the roman exterior index. The turned bezel just adds that extra charm to it. INMHO

JJ Irani · 24 August 2005, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by G Shearing

Hi. Well for me it's like saying of a beautiful woman I like your hair just a little over your eye.... she's still beautiful. Same with these.
The plain bezel accentuates the roman exterior index. The turned bezel just adds that extra charm to it. INMHO

Hey Eric,

You're a man after my own heart - a guy with a one track mind. LOL! I like your analogy with the fairer sex.

Uncle-AJ · 24 August 2005, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by donkey81

How easy does the polished bezel on the datejust scratch? I'm trying to decide between getting the turned bezel or the polished bezel on a SS datejust with a silver stick face. I also prefer the jubilee band. Which bezel do you prefer?

Hello and welcome. I prefer the plain bezel, similar to the one on my wife's TT DJ.

Donkey81 I hope you keep posting questions and don't worry about making an "ass" of yourself, we've all done it.

JJ Irani · 24 August 2005, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

Hello and welcome. I prefer the plain bezel, similar to the one on my wife's TT DJ.

Donkey81 I hope you keep posting questions and don't worry about making an "ass" of yourself, we've all done it.

LOL! You just couldn't hold back, could you, you tosser!!

Uncle-AJ · 24 August 2005, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

LOL! You just couldn't hold back, could you, you tosser!!

I thought I'd get in first.

It would be expected.

24 August 2005, 04:46 AM

Let me try and reel this thread back on topic. LOL

Generally the school of thought on the DJ is this: If you have a jubilee bracelet, you go with the fluted or engine turned bezel. If you go with an oyster bracelet, you go with a smooth bezel.

But it's down to what you like best. Personally, I prefer the oyster with the smooth bezel.

Sam · 24 August 2005, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Let me try and reel this thread back on topic. LOL

Generally the school of thought on the DJ is this: If you have a jubilee bracelet, you go with the fluted or engine turned bezel. If you go with an oyster bracelet, you go with a smooth bezel.

But it's down to what you like best. Personally, I prefer the oyster with the smooth bezel.

My thoughts exactly. For the jubilee, I like the engine turned bezel. Both look good though.

24 August 2005, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Sam

My thoughts exactly. For the jubilee, I like the engine turned bezel. Both look good though.

Sam, I don't care what the other guys here say about you. You're obviously a man of great style and taste!

Rockrolex · 24 August 2005, 06:56 AM

Sorry, but for my taste, fluted is the only way to go on a DJ or a DD. But that's JMHO.

mamas · 24 August 2005, 07:39 AM

Agree with rockrolex.. fluted is what makes the datejust IMHO.. smooth just looks odd to my eye
mamas

JJ Irani · 24 August 2005, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by mamas

Agree with rockrolex.. fluted is what makes the datejust IMHO.. smooth just looks odd to my eye
mamas

You guys do realise that the fluted bezel is solid WG which does push up the price substantially.

The engine-turned bezel is SS as is the polished bezel.

mamas · 24 August 2005, 07:45 AM

JJ.. sometimes its good to have some stealth bling

how much more does it puch the price up?

JJ Irani · 24 August 2005, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by mamas

JJ.. sometimes its good to have some stealth bling

how much more does it puch the price up?

Not sure, but substantially considering the very little bling (and WG) you get in return!!

Goodwatch · 24 August 2005, 07:51 AM

How about a fluted bezel and a white dial with roman numerals? That is the answer to another question, I know, but that's what I like.

Frans.

Rockrolex · 24 August 2005, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

You guys do realise that the fluted bezel is solid WG which does push up the price substantially.

The engine-turned bezel is SS as is the polished bezel.

Not so, JJ. On my TT DJs the bezels are both 18k YG.

and

dfn8tly · 24 August 2005, 12:55 PM

Hi Donkey81 ---
Personally I like the Jubilee bracelet and IMHO that calls for the engine-turned bezel to balance out the watch.

Most guys here don't seem to care for the Jubilee. Go ahead and be a contrarian. It gets lonely for me once in a while. BTW I'm currently wearing a GMT-II with Oyster bracelet, go figure.

Gedanken · 24 August 2005, 01:13 PM

I prefer the fluted bezel with the Jubilee bracelet because the bezel's ridges complement the small links in the bracelet. Next to the bracelet, it just seems to me that the smooth bezel's missing something.

molex · 24 August 2005, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donkey81

How easy does the polished bezel on the datejust scratch? I'm trying to decide between getting the turned bezel or the polished bezel on a SS datejust with a silver stick face. I also prefer the jubilee band. Which bezel do you prefer?

For me, I like the smooth bezel with the Oyster bracelet, the fluted bezel with the jubilee, and the engine turned bezel works with either IMO.

dman · 24 August 2005, 02:59 PM

Like most others here I think it depends on the bracelet. Although I tend to like the jubilee on the DJ with a fluted bezel.

RogerF · 24 August 2005, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Let me try and reel this thread back on topic. LOL

Generally the school of thought on the DJ is this: If you have a jubilee bracelet, you go with the fluted or engine turned bezel. If you go with an oyster bracelet, you go with a smooth bezel.

But it's down to what you like best. Personally, I prefer the oyster with the smooth bezel.

Agreed. The only exception to this "rule" is the TOG which seems to look great on both bracelets. But no matter what one chooses they will get a great watch, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

padi56 · 24 August 2005, 08:40 PM

IMHO the DJ looks good with either bezel bracelet combinations.But myself prefer
the oyster bracelet over the jubilee.

donkey81 · 24 August 2005, 10:53 PM

Hey guys, thanks for all the input...and the welcoming. I ended up deciding on the turned bezel, which I think looks awesome with the jubilee.

Jeff

25 August 2005, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Not sure, but substantially considering the very little bling (and WG) you get in return!!

JJ, you're right on the money re: the WG premium. An engine turned bezel on a jubilee equipped DJ lists for $6,170... while the SS is 'only' $5,230, so almost a grand more for about 20g of gold.

For me (assuming I wanted a DJ, which I don't as it does nothing for me) I'd prefer a SS on an oyster bracelet, smooth bezel, white dial with arabics. But that's me.

JJ Irani · 25 August 2005, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

JJ, you're right on the money re: the WG premium. An engine turned bezel on a jubilee equipped DJ lists for $6,170... while the SS is 'only' $5,230, so almost a grand more for about 20g of gold.

For me (assuming I wanted a DJ, which I don't as it does nothing for me) I'd prefer a SS on an oyster bracelet, smooth bezel, white dial with arabics. But that's me.

Thanks for the price update, Johnny, but I'd like to clarify one thing.....an engine turned bezel is SS and is completely different in looks from the fluted bezel which, in fact, is the WG one. On the TT DJ, the fluted bezel is YG as Ed pointed out earlier.

Cheers - JJ

25 August 2005, 05:06 AM

Why is a bald man splitting hairs?

You know what I meant.

JJ Irani · 25 August 2005, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Why is a bald man splitting hairs?

You know what I meant.

Hey, skyscraper, that was for everyone's benefit!!

padi56 · 25 August 2005, 04:42 PM

All the TT and gold models make big bucks profit for a Rolex,now add a few
diamonds for the wow huge profit.

24 August 2005, 04:26 AM	#2
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Hi....err donkey....hey, I hate calling you 'donkey'. Could we please at least have your first name? Thanks. And a BIG welcome to this forum. Both bezels look good. Frankly, the polished bezel does give the watch a more classy and dressy look, whereas the engine-turned bezel makes it look more rugged and sporty. Just my opinion, though. Go with the one that smiles more at you. And, yes, the polished bezel would be more prone to scratches. Cheers - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

24 August 2005, 06:56 AM	#11
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,582	Sorry, but for my taste, fluted is the only way to go on a DJ or a DD. But that's JMHO. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

24 August 2005, 07:51 AM	#16
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	How about a fluted bezel and a white dial with roman numerals? That is the answer to another question, I know, but that's what I like. Frans. __________________ Member# 127

24 August 2005, 01:13 PM	#19
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	I prefer the fluted bezel with the Jubilee bracelet because the bezel's ridges complement the small links in the bracelet. Next to the bracelet, it just seems to me that the smooth bezel's missing something. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

24 August 2005, 02:59 PM	#21
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Like most others here I think it depends on the bracelet. Although I tend to like the jubilee on the DJ with a fluted bezel. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

24 August 2005, 04:32 AM	#3
G Shearing Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Canadian NW Posts: 176	Hi. Well for me it's like saying of a beautiful woman I like your hair just a little over your eye.... she's still beautiful. Same with these. The plain bezel accentuates the roman exterior index. The turned bezel just adds that extra charm to it. INMHO

24 August 2005, 04:46 AM	#8
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Let me try and reel this thread back on topic. LOL Generally the school of thought on the DJ is this: If you have a jubilee bracelet, you go with the fluted or engine turned bezel. If you go with an oyster bracelet, you go with a smooth bezel. But it's down to what you like best. Personally, I prefer the oyster with the smooth bezel.

24 August 2005, 07:39 AM	#12
mamas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 792	Agree with rockrolex.. fluted is what makes the datejust IMHO.. smooth just looks odd to my eye mamas

24 August 2005, 07:45 AM	#14
mamas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 792	JJ.. sometimes its good to have some stealth bling how much more does it puch the price up?

24 August 2005, 12:55 PM	#18
dfn8tly Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Richard Location: The Villages, FL Watch: GMT-II Posts: 396	Hi Donkey81 --- Personally I like the Jubilee bracelet and IMHO that calls for the engine-turned bezel to balance out the watch. Most guys here don't seem to care for the Jubilee. Go ahead and be a contrarian. It gets lonely for me once in a while. BTW I'm currently wearing a GMT-II with Oyster bracelet, go figure.

24 August 2005, 08:40 PM	#23
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,447	IMHO the DJ looks good with either bezel bracelet combinations.But myself prefer the oyster bracelet over the jubilee. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

24 August 2005, 10:53 PM	#24
donkey81 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 2	Hey guys, thanks for all the input...and the welcoming. I ended up deciding on the turned bezel, which I think looks awesome with the jubilee. Jeff

25 August 2005, 05:06 AM	#27
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Why is a bald man splitting hairs? You know what I meant.

25 August 2005, 04:42 PM	#29
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,447	All the TT and gold models make big bucks profit for a Rolex,now add a few diamonds for the wow huge profit. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

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