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Buttercup · 23 January 2018, 05:45 AM

Hi everyone

. Long time no post, but it's time for me to return as I need your input.

I'm getting ready to trade in my current ladies datejust 31 and am leaning towards the 28 with the aubergine face. I hadn't planned on trading in but we were looking at watches for my husband and I happened to look down, see purple, and I was done. Hard to resist my favorite color! I feel that I'm ready to go smaller in size now (even though my eyesight is fading - ha!); I'm just liking the more elegant look vs. sporty look these days. It'll also be my first time with the jubilee and fluted bezel; both previous Rolex's have been oyster and smooth.

Anyway, I was wondering if anyone has also seen the watch and what your thoughts are on it. I plan on keeping it forever, but as I also said that two watches ago I've learned never to say definitely forever!

ag986 · 23 January 2018, 05:51 AM

That's a beautiful watch and one that my wife is also considering. Let's see some pics with it on your wrist.

andyxxx · 23 January 2018, 05:54 AM

My wife loves that watch - but we have never seen that colour.

If it's your fave colour, what are you waiting for!!!!?

BNA/LION · 23 January 2018, 06:02 AM

Beautiful!

Enabling Statement: BUY IT!

Q: Why are you looking to go smaller? The 31mm is a great size, so says my Wife...

Buttercup · 23 January 2018, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by ag986

That's a beautiful watch and one that my wife is also considering. Let's see some pics with it on your wrist.

Thanks! We're going back to our AD tonight to try and finalize HIS selection, but if they still have the aubergine there I'll snap some photos to share!

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Originally Posted by andyxxx

My wife loves that watch - but we have never seen that colour.

If it's your fave colour, what are you waiting for!!!!?

Timing (no pun intended). I wanted to be sure I'd thought this through and not just make an impulse buy. What color does your wife like?

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Originally Posted by BNALION

Beautiful!

Enabling Statement: BUY IT!

Q: Why are you looking to go smaller? The 31mm is a great size, so says my Wife...

Thanks for chiming in :). I never used to be a fan of the smaller sizes, but something really appealed to me when I put this watch on. I'm a fairly small-boned woman and even though I've got an athletic build I can still pull off "dainty", if that makes sense. I'm hoping to try it on again tonight and spend more time mulling it over. This will be my third watch in four years and I'd like to actually stick with one for a while instead of continuously losing money on trade-ins

bdddubs925 · 23 January 2018, 06:26 AM

Tell him to get you a Day Date 36mm in yellow gold.

Buttercup · 23 January 2018, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by bdddubs925

Tell him to get you a Day Date 36mm in yellow gold.

Not even remotely of interest to me.

I'm trying to convince him to let me buy him the platinum Day Date 41 but he's leaning towards a DJ. It doesn't really matter to me which he chooses as long as he's happy with his final choice.

amh · 23 January 2018, 06:38 AM

Looks beautiful!

Brenngun · 23 January 2018, 07:40 AM

That watch is drop dead gorgeous. Please don't show it to my wife. She is a huge 28mm fan and this would immediately go on her "need it now" list.

Buttercup · 23 January 2018, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by amh

Looks beautiful!

Oh gracious.... even those photos make me sigh!

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Originally Posted by Brenngun

That watch is drop dead gorgeous. Please don't show it to my wife. She is a huge 28mm fan and this would immediately go on her "need it now" list.

Haha... I promise to keep it to myself

Buttercup · 23 January 2018, 12:08 PM

Thanks for all of your opinions. I haven't seen anyone wearing this model, and no one on the forum had discussed it, so I was concerned that I might be making a poor choice. It sounds like maybe it's just not well known yet but is still a beautiful watch so I'll place my order soon!

I was able to take some wrist shots this evening! Here are two of me with the watch, and the other two are of the watch my husband decided on (DJ 41 w/ rhodium diamond dial).

RHIII · 23 January 2018, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Buttercup

Thanks for all of your opinions. I haven't seen anyone wearing this model, and no one on the forum had discussed it, so I was concerned that I might be making a poor choice. It sounds like maybe it's just not well known yet but is still a beautiful watch so I'll place my order soon!

I was able to take some wrist shots this evening! Here are two of me with the watch, and the other two are of the watch my husband decided on (DJ 41 w/ rhodium diamond dial).

Congrats and a great choice! That is a wonderful looking watch!! It is definitely unique. DJ41 was a great choice by your husband as well!

Enjoy!

Eric Chan · 23 January 2018, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Buttercup

Hi everyone

. Long time no post, but it's time for me to return as I need your input.

I'm getting ready to trade in my current ladies datejust 31 and am leaning towards the 28 with the aubergine face. I hadn't planned on trading in but we were looking at watches for my husband and I happened to look down, see purple, and I was done. Hard to resist my favorite color! I feel that I'm ready to go smaller in size now (even though my eyesight is fading - ha!); I'm just liking the more elegant look vs. sporty look these days. It'll also be my first time with the jubilee and fluted bezel; both previous Rolex's have been oyster and smooth.

Anyway, I was wondering if anyone has also seen the watch and what your thoughts are on it. I plan on keeping it forever, but as I also said that two watches ago I've learned never to say definitely forever!

Welcome back, Sherri.

Love the chocolate dial, but the purple is absolutely stunning. Have seen this in person before and it looks amazing in person. Also I love the Jubilee bracelet and fluted bezel. It is the perfect combination for the Datejust in my opinion.

Let us know what you decide on.

RolexPD · 23 January 2018, 05:33 PM

Saw this combo over the weekend. It’s a stunning watch!

Number3 · 23 January 2018, 06:25 PM

That is a truly gorgeous piece and the size is perfect on you. Very elegant.

andyxxx · 23 January 2018, 07:32 PM

[QUOTE=Buttercup;8210620] What color does your wife like?QUOTE]

My wife has the tt Datejust 31 with a white face.

Incidentally, she started with a ss white face (28) then moved up to the 31 and would not go back to the smaller watch.

We are just looking at changing again and I think this is the model she has chosen (olive face):
https://www.rolexforums.com/attachme...1&d=1516699864

Nicoleinfl · 24 January 2018, 10:14 AM

Unless you’re hoping to sell at a later date, go with what you love. I got the olive face. I haven’t seen anyone else with it, but I love it!

My olive!

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cruise_bone · 24 January 2018, 10:53 AM

I love that dial. If they would put that on a 36mm DJ with fluted bezel sticks and a jubliee bracelet, I would be all over it like never before.

I have a thing for purple!

watchwatcher · 24 January 2018, 12:52 PM

That's a beauty, for sure. Did you pull the trigger?

Buttercup · 25 January 2018, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Eric Chan

Welcome back, Sherri.

Love the chocolate dial, but the purple is absolutely stunning. Have seen this in person before and it looks amazing in person. Also I love the Jubilee bracelet and fluted bezel. It is the perfect combination for the Datejust in my opinion.

Let us know what you decide on.

Eric! Hi

. Great to "see" you again. Thanks for chiming in with your thoughts. I know you've got great taste, so hearing that you find it a stunning combo too gives me more confidence in the decision.

What are you wearing these days?? You always had something spectacular on your wrist

Buttercup · 25 January 2018, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by RolexPD

Saw this combo over the weekend. It’s a stunning watch!

Thanks for your input

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Originally Posted by Number3

That is a truly gorgeous piece and the size is perfect on you. Very elegant.

Excellent. That's what I was hoping for.

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Originally Posted by andyxxx

Quote:

Originally Posted by Buttercup

What color does your wife like?

My wife has the tt Datejust 31 with a white face.

Incidentally, she started with a ss white face (28) then moved up to the 31 and would not go back to the smaller watch.

We are just looking at changing again and I think this is the model she has chosen (olive face)

I really like that color too. I'm a golfer, and it makes me think of the Masters jacket :)

andyxxx · 25 January 2018, 03:26 AM

They had the purple watch in the local AD today. The purple looks a lot deeper and more subtle than the photo - looks great

Buttercup · 25 January 2018, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Nicoleinfl

Unless you’re hoping to sell at a later date, go with what you love. I got the olive face. I haven’t seen anyone else with it, but I love it!

Wise words. Even if I do sell at a later date (which has unexpectedly become my norm) at least I'll enjoy it while I have it! Btw, yours looks great on you!

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Originally Posted by cruise_bone

I love that dial. If they would put that on a 36mm DJ with fluted bezel sticks and a jubliee bracelet, I would be all over it like never before.

I have a thing for purple!

As do I! That's what sent me down this rabbit hole

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

That's a beauty, for sure. Did you pull the trigger?

Thanks, and I'm ready to! I've been in contact with one of the trusted vendors here (same one I've used for my past two purchases); he's looking in to how long it will take for him to acquire them. Hopefully we might have them on our wrists within the next couple of weeks!

LuminousMaximus · 25 January 2018, 03:57 AM

I think it is an amazing piece that carries a bit more propper'ness than a pure sports model Rolex... Congrat's in advance!

worldfamoussam · 25 January 2018, 06:57 AM

It is very tasteful! Enjoy it!

egarc023 · 25 January 2018, 07:43 AM

I love that dial wow! Jubilee and fluted bezels are the way to go!

Eric Chan · 31 January 2018, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Buttercup

Eric! Hi

. Great to "see" you again. Thanks for chiming in with your thoughts. I know you've got great taste, so hearing that you find it a stunning combo too gives me more confidence in the decision.

What are you wearing these days?? You always had something spectacular on your wrist

Please let us know what you end up getting. Looking forward to the incoming.

As for me, my collection has not changed for about two years now. Pretty content with what I have. YG DD, YG Sub, YG GMT, Datejust, SS Sub and BLNR.

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Brenngun 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,839	That watch is drop dead gorgeous. Please don't show it to my wife. She is a huge 28mm fan and this would immediately go on her "need it now" list. __________________ Simple solutions solve complexed problems more often than complexed solutions solve simple problems!

25 January 2018, 03:57 AM	#24
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25 January 2018, 06:57 AM	#25
worldfamoussam "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: USA Watch: Day Date II Posts: 482	It is very tasteful! Enjoy it! __________________ Day-Date II 218238 Ballon Bleu Rose Gold 2999

23 January 2018, 05:51 AM	#2
ag986 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Sam Location: VRB/SUS Watch: 16233, First Rolex Posts: 1,648	That's a beautiful watch and one that my wife is also considering. Let's see some pics with it on your wrist.

23 January 2018, 05:54 AM	#3
andyxxx "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Andy Location: England Watch: with confusion Posts: 626	My wife loves that watch - but we have never seen that colour. If it's your fave colour, what are you waiting for!!!!?

23 January 2018, 06:26 AM	#6
bdddubs925 Banned Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Ca Posts: 36	Tell him to get you a Day Date 36mm in yellow gold.

23 January 2018, 06:38 AM	#8
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,082	Looks beautiful!

23 January 2018, 05:33 PM	#14
RolexPD "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Hawaii Posts: 253	Saw this combo over the weekend. It’s a stunning watch!

23 January 2018, 06:25 PM	#15
Number3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London Watch: 114060LB Posts: 3,837	That is a truly gorgeous piece and the size is perfect on you. Very elegant.

24 January 2018, 10:14 AM	#17
Nicoleinfl "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Ballon Bleu Posts: 81	Unless you’re hoping to sell at a later date, go with what you love. I got the olive face. I haven’t seen anyone else with it, but I love it! My olive! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 January 2018, 10:53 AM	#18
cruise_bone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: John Location: Atlanta Posts: 982	I love that dial. If they would put that on a 36mm DJ with fluted bezel sticks and a jubliee bracelet, I would be all over it like never before. I have a thing for purple!

24 January 2018, 12:52 PM	#19
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,598	That's a beauty, for sure. Did you pull the trigger?

25 January 2018, 03:26 AM	#22
andyxxx "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Andy Location: England Watch: with confusion Posts: 626	They had the purple watch in the local AD today. The purple looks a lot deeper and more subtle than the photo - looks great

25 January 2018, 07:43 AM	#26
egarc023 Banned Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Miami Posts: 11	I love that dial wow! Jubilee and fluted bezels are the way to go!

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