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NYG1121 · 8 October 2021, 10:45 AM

My watch OCD hates the fact that WG fluted bezel looks so different compared to the steel case on a datejust. The warmth of WG really shows especially in certain lighting and throws off the symmetry of the watch. Is it just me? Why not a steel fluted bezel?

mrarchiegoodwin · 8 October 2021, 11:01 AM

I agree. And steel is more robust. I am surprised Rolex does not offer such a alternative. You may have inspired yet another successful incarnation of the Datejust.

Pw92676 · 8 October 2021, 11:05 AM

Has not bothered me. That said a steel fluted bezel seems quite logical.

10XRolex · 8 October 2021, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by NYG1121

My watch OCD hates the fact that WG fluted bezel looks so different compared to the steel case on a datejust. The warm hue of WG really shows especially in certain lighting and throws off the symmetry of the watch. Is it just me? Why not a steel fluted bezel?

They use to. The most recent was the 16220 Datejust. From my understanding, when Rolex switched over to the 11 series the stainless steel bezel didn't carry over.

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iaymnu · 8 October 2021, 11:11 AM

My Omega Globemaster has tungsten for the fluted bezel. It completely stops the OCD factor of WG on my DJ.

doboy007 · 8 October 2021, 11:13 AM

I would’ve liked a ss fluted bezel on my SkyD. I feel it’s Rolex’s way to up charge you.

Mr. K · 8 October 2021, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 10XRolex

They use to. The most recent was the 16220 Datejust. From my understanding, when Rolex switched over to the 11 series the stainless steel bezel didn't carry over.

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Are you talking about engine turned? Those were pretty cool.

10XRolex · 8 October 2021, 11:28 AM

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Are you talking about engine turned? Those were pretty cool.

No. These.

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JodyHighroller · 8 October 2021, 11:37 AM

Would steel fluted bezels have the same shine/shimmer as a white gold bezel?

10XRolex · 8 October 2021, 11:41 AM

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Would steel fluted bezels have the same shine/shimmer as a white gold bezel?

No. It's muted looking. To me, it definitely doesn't do the bezel or watch justice.

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JodyHighroller · 8 October 2021, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by 10XRolex

No. It's muted looking. To me, it definitely doesn't do the bezel or watch justice.

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I agree. I figured that’s the main reason why fluted isn’t made in SS anymore.

Boaters · 8 October 2021, 12:07 PM

[QUOTE=iaymnu;11746363]My Omega Globemaster has tungsten for the fluted bezel. It completely stops the OCD factor of WG on my DJ.

What a beauty..

NYG1121 · 8 October 2021, 08:37 PM

They can make it shine just like WG. Look at what AP can do with a steel watch!

vh2k · 8 October 2021, 08:42 PM

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They can make it shine just like WG. Look at what AP can do with a steel watch!

Kudos for posting an original question. Refreshing!

robinmgb · 8 October 2021, 09:00 PM

Surely it would shine just like the polished centre links

donq · 9 October 2021, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 10XRolex

No. These.

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That’s engined turned.

Laszlo · 9 October 2021, 11:59 AM

Because 18k sells, it’s a brilliant product strategy.

10XRolex · 9 October 2021, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by donq

That’s engined turned.

Your right, my bad. I thought that was the "poor mans" fluted bezel. But it actually was the more common version of the engine turned. I always thought the bezel with the marks at the hour markers was the engine turned.

Thanks. Always learning.

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Nairn1980 · 9 October 2021, 05:28 PM

WG fluted bezels are gorgeous though

Number3 · 9 October 2021, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by NYG1121

Why not a steel fluted bezel?

Ive often wondered the same thing.

NoVaSubowner · 9 October 2021, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 10XRolex

No. These.

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Those engine tuned bezels were really nice and kind of negated the need for a white gold bezel. I wish they would bring them back.

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HogwldFLTR · 9 October 2021, 09:13 PM

This does it for me.

BroncoOne · 10 October 2021, 12:36 AM

The WG bezel pops a bit more. It think that it’s just because of the shinier look

Philadelphialawyer1 · 11 October 2021, 05:05 AM

BC an 18k WG bezel is a nice addition to a semi dress watch such as my DJII, white stick.
I wouldnt have bought the smooth bezel. Too boring IMO

rolexperfect · 11 October 2021, 05:19 AM

White gold fluted bezel is so so nice -- it reflects so sharply... in the plans, cars... etc... so many little dots reflecting on smooth surfaces. I had one for a few weeks but traded for other watches. But I am really looking forward to having it again on the SkyD Blue Jubilee that I'm waiting on!

8 October 2021, 10:45 AM	#1
NYG1121 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NE Posts: 2,783	Why not a steel fluted bezel? My watch OCD hates the fact that WG fluted bezel looks so different compared to the steel case on a datejust. The warmth of WG really shows especially in certain lighting and throws off the symmetry of the watch. Is it just me? Why not a steel fluted bezel? __________________ Instagram @awristcheck

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NYG1121 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NE Posts: 2,783	They can make it shine just like WG. Look at what AP can do with a steel watch! __________________ Instagram @awristcheck

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11 October 2021, 05:19 AM	#25
rolexperfect "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: around the world Watch: 116506 Posts: 1,370	White gold fluted bezel is so so nice -- it reflects so sharply... in the plans, cars... etc... so many little dots reflecting on smooth surfaces. I had one for a few weeks but traded for other watches. But I am really looking forward to having it again on the SkyD Blue Jubilee that I'm waiting on! __________________ “buy what you like, and be done with it“

8 October 2021, 11:01 AM	#2
mrarchiegoodwin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: California/Malaga Watch: GShock Frogman Posts: 540	I agree. And steel is more robust. I am surprised Rolex does not offer such a alternative. You may have inspired yet another successful incarnation of the Datejust.

8 October 2021, 11:05 AM	#3
Pw92676 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Georgia Posts: 6,175	Has not bothered me. That said a steel fluted bezel seems quite logical.

8 October 2021, 11:11 AM	#5
iaymnu "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: ken Location: NYC/Hong Kong Watch: Exp II/GMT2c Posts: 236	My Omega Globemaster has tungsten for the fluted bezel. It completely stops the OCD factor of WG on my DJ.

8 October 2021, 11:13 AM	#6
doboy007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: SD, CA Watch: BLNR/LVc/SkyD/ND41 Posts: 2,519	I would’ve liked a ss fluted bezel on my SkyD. I feel it’s Rolex’s way to up charge you.

8 October 2021, 11:37 AM	#9
JodyHighroller Banned Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 2,149	Would steel fluted bezels have the same shine/shimmer as a white gold bezel?

8 October 2021, 12:07 PM	#12
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,649	[QUOTE=iaymnu;11746363]My Omega Globemaster has tungsten for the fluted bezel. It completely stops the OCD factor of WG on my DJ. What a beauty..

8 October 2021, 09:00 PM	#15
robinmgb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Kent, England Watch: Hublot BB Unico Posts: 1,089	Surely it would shine just like the polished centre links

9 October 2021, 05:28 PM	#19
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,272	WG fluted bezels are gorgeous though

10 October 2021, 12:36 AM	#23
BroncoOne "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Boston Posts: 1,244	The WG bezel pops a bit more. It think that it’s just because of the shinier look

11 October 2021, 05:05 AM	#24
Philadelphialawyer1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 303	BC an 18k WG bezel is a nice addition to a semi dress watch such as my DJII, white stick. I wouldnt have bought the smooth bezel. Too boring IMO

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