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Trailblazer · 21 July 2018, 03:56 PM

Hi guys, recently this particular bug is on my back and especially so after being pleasantly surprised by the DJ41's size and feel on the wrist. I am now back to the 30ish to 40mm sort of size after my stint with panerai.

Must admit i have never been a fan of DJ or even even PCL (which is the main reason i sold my BLNR), in my collection is sd4k, expy mk2 and a few others.

But im opening up to the floor now if every Rolex fan should have at least a DJ in their collection?

And if so, should it be the 36mm or 41mm, fluted and jubilee'd is a must i guessed?

hambone1983 · 21 July 2018, 04:02 PM

I can't endorse the "must have" mindset.

cpefy3 · 21 July 2018, 04:37 PM

I think "must haves" are very personal definitions. I can honestly say I love my 36mm DJ. It has a certain elegance without being dainty, heritage without being outdated. Plus I love the jubilee after a Michael Young restoration. Good luck on your hunt!!

jimcameron · 21 July 2018, 05:55 PM

Must? I doubt that. But nice to have, absolutely. I have two Rolex's. An old Sub date, and a ss DJ36. If I were buying now, I would have the Sub date and a 41DJ. As much as I like the DJ36, it makes me look older than I actually am, if that is possible.

Rashid.bk · 21 July 2018, 05:57 PM

Must have a Sub, must have Daytona, should include a GMT, needs a DJ, must include a Speedy...
At this rate I'll have to own the whole Rolex catalog and everything Hodinkee reviews just be respected.

I would just get the watch I want, who cares what youtubers or "serious collectors" say..if you like it just get it , make yourself happy.
Okay lols, so the DJ...I think a DJ looks best in traditional form, fluted on jubilee, the new rose gold two tones are beautiful so I'd consider one. For my wrist I would go DJ41 as it wears much smaller but would probably choose a 36mm if selecting a two tone. Good luck.

faz · 21 July 2018, 06:03 PM

Dj is a beautiful watch in its own right. If in doubt, buy a used one first.

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Ped22 · 21 July 2018, 07:57 PM

There is no must have watch in a must have configuration. In this thread, there will be many people including me telling you to go for what you want like any other thread that asks for advice.

I personally went for DJ41 as my first Rolex and haven’t looked back. Most people would tell you that fluted and jubilee is the one to have but when I tried the combo I didn’t like it so I went with what I liked (smooth bezel and jubilee) and I’m sure you’ll go for what you like at the end of the day.

My advice is try every single combo that you think you might like and one of them is ought to make you go WOW!

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1William · 21 July 2018, 08:25 PM

I like the DJ and think it is a classic design. I have owned several DJ II's and currently have a Diamond and Rhodium dial model. If you like it, go get it, wear it and enjoy it.

81sforlife · 21 July 2018, 11:50 PM

I had the bug too! Went with the 36mm and absolutely love it. The 41 was a little too big and overpowering for me.

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nick c · 21 July 2018, 11:53 PM

Dj Rocks

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Houston77 · 21 July 2018, 11:54 PM

I like fluted, but prefer oyster because it is more versatile.

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watchwatcher · 22 July 2018, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trailblazer

But im opening up to the floor now if every Rolex fan should have at least a DJ in their collection?

And if so, should it be the 36mm or 41mm, fluted and jubilee'd is a must i guessed?

Not at all. The only watches you should have in your collection are ones you can't live without. If the DJ falls into that category, then by all means...

As to which one, that's up to you. I like the 41, but you should get the one you like.

RoyalOac · 22 July 2018, 01:46 AM

DJ41 fluted bezel/jubilee is beautiful. The DJ41 would be a great addition to add some versatility in a collection among the Rolex professional lines you have. Also, the DJ41 measures close to 39mm as I've read on here...

zjd168 · 22 July 2018, 01:46 AM

Dj

RHIII · 22 July 2018, 01:55 AM

I have one in my collection - 41 - blue dial, smooth bezel on the oyster bracelet.

Great in a rotation. And it’s a very classic piece that is both sporty and elegant.

I think the smooth bezel adds a bit of a more modern look.

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scarlet knight · 22 July 2018, 01:59 AM

Must have? IDK, but I enjoy mine. DJ2 in blue, fluted, oyster

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Old Geezer · 22 July 2018, 02:04 AM

I don’t know if I’d be as deliberate as saying it’s a must have but there are definitely some beautiful variants. I’ll add one in the future.

gccmd · 22 July 2018, 02:07 AM

What you consider “must own” is a personal preference. I have a DJ II in my collection but my preference is definitely for the professional watches.

Jazzer · 22 July 2018, 02:08 AM

Love my 36mm....

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Nikrnic · 22 July 2018, 03:00 AM

My first two Rolex back in the nineties were DJs. I recently tried on a 41 just for size and I almost made an impulse buy. The fit and feel is superb. The silver dial really does it for me.

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Ped22 · 22 July 2018, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RHIII

I have one in my collection - 41 - blue dial, smooth bezel on the oyster bracelet.

Good taste

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doramas · 22 July 2018, 03:25 AM

36mm, jubilee and fluted bezel. The watch that I use the most

RHIII · 22 July 2018, 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Ped22

Good taste

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Trailblazer · 22 July 2018, 11:27 AM

Beautiful DJs! And yes those pictures and advise are very helpful indeed.. currently the silver or blue dial are on my mind, on fluted and jubilee.

Hopefully if this bug doesnt go away, i will add one down the path..

Mystro · 22 July 2018, 11:33 AM

Yea, DJ IS Rolex. DJ is THE iconic Rolex for a reason. I ador my DJ2. When I first got into Rolex decades ago I was all about profesional sport models. I didn’t give the DJ any thought. The longer I owned Rolex, the more I grew to understand why the DJ is so popular. When the DJ was upsized, was when I fell head over heals for the DJ and all its spender of the fluted crown.

sevykor · 22 July 2018, 12:09 PM

DJ 41 with jubilee - the only bracelet watch I forget is on my wrist. Perfect balance and comfortable for all day wear.

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KarlTheToyotaGuy · 22 July 2018, 02:17 PM

I will never, ever get rid of my Datejust.

It’s perfect for every occasion, in my eyes it never looks out of place. It doesn’t matter if I’m on the road, in the office, touring, swimming, camping, or anything else, it always has its home.

teabags001 · 22 July 2018, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

I like the DJ and think it is a classic design. I have owned several DJ II's and currently have a Diamond and Rhodium dial model. If you like it, go get it, wear it and enjoy it.

I traded a DJ41 fluted jubilee for that exact watch and I haven’t wore another since I got it. I think it’s the perfect everyday watch. I wear it super casual and dressed up. With the cape cod cloths there is no need to shy away from PCLs anymore.

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hbombkid · 22 July 2018, 02:35 PM

I had a DJ fluted bezel Roman dial as it was different from what I had in my collection. I got tired of it after 9 months and I took a hit on selling it since I bought it new from an AD.

If you are not fully sure definitely buy the trusted seller side.

I would go back to a DJ but it would be Oyster bracelet blue dial smooth bezel.

teabags001 · 22 July 2018, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trailblazer

Beautiful DJs! And yes those pictures and advise are very helpful indeed.. currently the silver or blue dial are on my mind, on fluted and jubilee.

Hopefully if this bug doesnt go away, i will add one down the path..

My wrist are too large but this watch is the best bang for the buck imo and I’m not a smooth bezel fan. But on this combo with the rhodium dial its special

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21 July 2018, 03:56 PM	#1
Trailblazer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Cab Location: A small world Watch: es Posts: 776	Datejust bug Hi guys, recently this particular bug is on my back and especially so after being pleasantly surprised by the DJ41's size and feel on the wrist. I am now back to the 30ish to 40mm sort of size after my stint with panerai. Must admit i have never been a fan of DJ or even even PCL (which is the main reason i sold my BLNR), in my collection is sd4k, expy mk2 and a few others. But im opening up to the floor now if every Rolex fan should have at least a DJ in their collection? And if so, should it be the 36mm or 41mm, fluted and jubilee'd is a must i guessed?

21 July 2018, 06:03 PM	#6
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,655	Dj is a beautiful watch in its own right. If in doubt, buy a used one first. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

21 July 2018, 07:57 PM	#7
Ped22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: UK Posts: 167	Datejust bug There is no must have watch in a must have configuration. In this thread, there will be many people including me telling you to go for what you want like any other thread that asks for advice. I personally went for DJ41 as my first Rolex and haven’t looked back. Most people would tell you that fluted and jubilee is the one to have but when I tried the combo I didn’t like it so I went with what I liked (smooth bezel and jubilee) and I’m sure you’ll go for what you like at the end of the day. My advice is try every single combo that you think you might like and one of them is ought to make you go WOW! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 July 2018, 11:50 PM	#9
81sforlife "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: J Location: CO Watch: Sub & ExpII Posts: 554	I had the bug too! Went with the 36mm and absolutely love it. The 41 was a little too big and overpowering for me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

22 July 2018, 01:46 AM	#13
RoyalOac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Posts: 458	DJ41 fluted bezel/jubilee is beautiful. The DJ41 would be a great addition to add some versatility in a collection among the Rolex professional lines you have. Also, the DJ41 measures close to 39mm as I've read on here... __________________ Rolex Daytona 116500LN Rolex GMT Master II 126710 BLRO Rolex Submariner 116610 LV Rolex Submariner 126613 LB Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15300ST

21 July 2018, 04:02 PM	#2
hambone1983 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Rick Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 1,224	I can't endorse the "must have" mindset.

21 July 2018, 04:37 PM	#3
cpefy3 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Collin Location: Raleigh, NC Watch: 16014, 16600 Posts: 344	I think "must haves" are very personal definitions. I can honestly say I love my 36mm DJ. It has a certain elegance without being dainty, heritage without being outdated. Plus I love the jubilee after a Michael Young restoration. Good luck on your hunt!!

21 July 2018, 05:55 PM	#4
jimcameron "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ByDawns Earlylite Watch: 16800 Posts: 3,520	Must? I doubt that. But nice to have, absolutely. I have two Rolex's. An old Sub date, and a ss DJ36. If I were buying now, I would have the Sub date and a 41DJ. As much as I like the DJ36, it makes me look older than I actually am, if that is possible.

21 July 2018, 05:57 PM	#5
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,172	Must have a Sub, must have Daytona, should include a GMT, needs a DJ, must include a Speedy... At this rate I'll have to own the whole Rolex catalog and everything Hodinkee reviews just be respected. I would just get the watch I want, who cares what youtubers or "serious collectors" say..if you like it just get it , make yourself happy. Okay lols, so the DJ...I think a DJ looks best in traditional form, fluted on jubilee, the new rose gold two tones are beautiful so I'd consider one. For my wrist I would go DJ41 as it wears much smaller but would probably choose a 36mm if selecting a two tone. Good luck.

21 July 2018, 11:53 PM	#10
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Dj Rocks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 July 2018, 11:54 PM	#11
Houston77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Houston Posts: 2,611	I like fluted, but prefer oyster because it is more versatile. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 July 2018, 01:55 AM	#15
RHIII Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Roger Location: ... Watch: AP/Rolex/PP Posts: 6,309	I have one in my collection - 41 - blue dial, smooth bezel on the oyster bracelet. Great in a rotation. And it’s a very classic piece that is both sporty and elegant. I think the smooth bezel adds a bit of a more modern look. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 July 2018, 01:59 AM	#16
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,146	Must have? IDK, but I enjoy mine. DJ2 in blue, fluted, oyster Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

22 July 2018, 02:04 AM	#17
Old Geezer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Earth Watch: 126619LB and more Posts: 5,207	I don’t know if I’d be as deliberate as saying it’s a must have but there are definitely some beautiful variants. I’ll add one in the future.

22 July 2018, 02:07 AM	#18
gccmd "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Arizona Posts: 443	What you consider “must own” is a personal preference. I have a DJ II in my collection but my preference is definitely for the professional watches.

22 July 2018, 02:08 AM	#19
Jazzer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: London Posts: 66	Love my 36mm.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 July 2018, 03:00 AM	#20
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,160	My first two Rolex back in the nineties were DJs. I recently tried on a 41 just for size and I almost made an impulse buy. The fit and feel is superb. The silver dial really does it for me. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

22 July 2018, 03:25 AM	#22
doramas Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Gran Canaria Posts: 3,469	36mm, jubilee and fluted bezel. The watch that I use the most

22 July 2018, 11:27 AM	#24
Trailblazer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Cab Location: A small world Watch: es Posts: 776	Beautiful DJs! And yes those pictures and advise are very helpful indeed.. currently the silver or blue dial are on my mind, on fluted and jubilee. Hopefully if this bug doesnt go away, i will add one down the path..

22 July 2018, 11:33 AM	#25
Mystro 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 14,714	Yea, DJ IS Rolex. DJ is THE iconic Rolex for a reason. I ador my DJ2. When I first got into Rolex decades ago I was all about profesional sport models. I didn’t give the DJ any thought. The longer I owned Rolex, the more I grew to understand why the DJ is so popular. When the DJ was upsized, was when I fell head over heals for the DJ and all its spender of the fluted crown. __________________

22 July 2018, 12:09 PM	#26
sevykor "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 464	DJ 41 with jubilee - the only bracelet watch I forget is on my wrist. Perfect balance and comfortable for all day wear. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 July 2018, 02:17 PM	#27
KarlTheToyotaGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Texas Watch: Datejust 36! Posts: 323	I will never, ever get rid of my Datejust. It’s perfect for every occasion, in my eyes it never looks out of place. It doesn’t matter if I’m on the road, in the office, touring, swimming, camping, or anything else, it always has its home.

22 July 2018, 02:35 PM	#29
hbombkid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: VA Watch: Sub 116610 Posts: 1,082	I had a DJ fluted bezel Roman dial as it was different from what I had in my collection. I got tired of it after 9 months and I took a hit on selling it since I bought it new from an AD. If you are not fully sure definitely buy the trusted seller side. I would go back to a DJ but it would be Oyster bracelet blue dial smooth bezel.

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