This is really not good, not good, I’m already craving another watch

[DylanFox]

I absolutely love my new sub-date, the honeymoon has just begun and I’m all about sport watches – my favorite Rolex watches are the GMT’s, Subs, Daytona’s. I’m not as familiar with the terminology of the GMT’s that are used on this board “BLMR?” but I would love to someday add the red/blue or blue/black steel watch to my collection. With that being said, I have this sudden urge to own a dress watch. Every man needs at least 1 sport watch and 1 dressy watch, right? Before I purchased my sub-date, I said to myself, this is an expensive purchase and it will be your only Rolex for at least 3-5 years, but those feelings have since changed. I don’t know why but they have. So I called up the AD and asked him to put me on the list for a stainless steel Sky Dwellar with a white dial. I think it offsets the black faced dial of my sub and would make a perfect pair of sport/dress watches. Any other dressier watches you can recommended that isn’t going to completed empty my bank account? I’m still fairly new to the Rolex watch world. Thanks Gents

[HL65]

If you want a dress watch then look at a Cellini as the SkyDweller isn’t a dress watch. It is a great watch though and absolutely love mine!

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[Stevec14]

Does it have to be a Rolex? As above, sky dweller is not a dress watch but very nice all the same.

If it’s really white that takes your fancy rather than a dress watch take a look at the polar exp 2. Great watch at a reasonable price comparatively and generally available somewhere.

If a dress watch and has to be Rolex, an older date just on leather works well. Failing that, omega and nomos do some nice watches which might fit the brief.

[DylanFox]

Originally Posted by HL65

If you want a dress watch then look at a Cellini as the SkyDweller isn’t a dress watch. It is a great watch though and absolutely love mine!

Maybe I should rephrase that, not necessarily a dress watch (I don't like the Cellini at all) but not a sport watch either? what category would a Sky Dweller and Date Just fall under? Thanks

[HL65]

Originally Posted by DylanFox

Maybe I should rephrase that, not necessarily a dress watch (I don't like the Cellini at all) but not a sport watch either? what category would a Sky Dweller and Date Just fall under? Thanks

Professional

[Cru Jones]

Questions to ask: Does it have to be a Rolex? Do you want a bracelet (instead of a strap)?

If answers are "yes" to both, then how about a Milgauss?

[T01]

Originally Posted by hl65

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[sensui]

I get what you're feeling and have been there many times. My suggestion would be to slow down/fight that urge and enjoy what you got. Then pick carefully/do your research meanwhile for that next watch.

[Vipes]

Sky dweller is a very good choice. Maybe look at the Datejust models (excellent watches for the money). I do agree with sensui; take your time and try on different models and do some research before buying right away. Good luck and keep us informed.

[jpcwon]

Regarding a dress watch, i love my Datejust 41. It's at home with almost any attire i have on (including formal stuff). Maybe check one of those out?

Also as others have stated, there are other brands that make phenomenal dress watches. JLC comes to mind.

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[brandrea]

A dressier sport watch in the Rolex family would be the DJ range. Lots of variety with many dials to choose from.

[Krash]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Questions to ask: Does it have to be a Rolex? Do you want a bracelet (instead of a strap)?

If answers are "yes" to both, then how about a Milgauss?

Milgauss isn’t anymore a dress watch than the sub is.


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[MARGARITATIME]

I love the DJ41 white dial. So clean looking and not 100% sport like a sub. I was in your same boat. Said I would buy a Rolex and be done for awhile. Ended up flipping the first one and buying two others in a month. Lost some money on first, but having two Rolex's to switch it up makes then even more enjoyable at least to me. If money was no object I would already have a third or fourth Rolex already. Very addicting hobby and not cheap on the bank account. I now plan to try and add a piece once a year as a present to myself.

[Krash]

What’s your budget?


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[MinMay]

Your GMT, Sub, and Daytona can be a dress watch. There is no such code.

[dafuture]

The lettering (i.e. BLNR) refers to the specific portion of the reference number that denotes color combination.

GMTs:
116710LN - Black Bezel
116710BLNR - Black/Blue Bezel
126710CHNR - Brown/Black Bezel, Two Tone Rose Gold
126710BLRO - SS Pepsi Bezel (Blue/Red)

etc.

[Ungucpho]

Dress watch is usually on a leather strap, could be something like a Cartier Tank but i have a soft spot for an IWC pilots watch

[DylanFox]

Originally Posted by Krash

What’s your budget?


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No more than 9-10k. Thanks

[DylanFox]

Originally Posted by dafuture

The lettering (i.e. BLNR) refers to the specific portion of the reference number that denotes color combination.

GMTs:
116710LN - Black Bezel
116710BLNR - Black/Blue Bezel
126710CHNR - Brown/Black Bezel, Two Tone Rose Gold
126710BLRO - SS Pepsi Bezel (Blue/Red)

etc.

ah thanks for clarifying that

[DylanFox]

Originally Posted by jpcwon

Regarding a dress watch, i love my Datejust 41. It's at home with almost any attire i have on (including formal stuff). Maybe check one of those out?

Also as others have stated, there are other brands that make phenomenal dress watches. JLC comes to mind.

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That's a beautiful watch, love it. Do they make it in a fluted bezel?

[V25V]

Originally Posted by DylanFox

No more than 9-10k. Thanks

Go get a nice DJII. Readily available and fits what want.

[dkg1616]

I’m in the same boat....and this forum doesn’t help lol

Just bought my SubC a couple weeks ago and already debating on if the next should be a skydweller or Daytona...I think I’m going blue sky dweller

[jpcwon]

Originally Posted by DylanFox

That's a beautiful watch, love it. Do they make it in a fluted bezel?

They do!! I believe blue as well as grey dials. Maybe white too. I'm drawing a blank as to whether they do have mine with fluted.

Thanks for the kind words man!

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[Carry The Interest]

If you want a dress watch, I'd consider adding a time-only leather-band piece to your collection. Perhaps take a look at an ALS Saxonia or PP Calatrava?

[Psijason]

I've been bitten by the same bug. God help me.

[Flier]

Wife just bought me a 1000 euros watch from Known maker
I love it but my blood cells have a crown on them
That crisp sky dweller is calling
Or is it the sd43 or maybe the day date
God help me........

[Krash]

Originally Posted by DylanFox

No more than 9-10k. Thanks

You can definitely score a nice Datejust. Check out the Rolex website. Technically speaking, a datejust isn’t a pure dress watch either, but I’d be ok with wearing one with a suit. I actually a wear a Sub with a suit.




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[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by DylanFox

That's a beautiful watch, love it. Do they make it in a fluted bezel?

They absolutely do.

You can go smooth bezel/jubilee, like the photo you're referring to, or fluted/jubilee. Or...fluted/oyster or smooth/oyster.

It's a great watch and won't break the bank, especially if you go smooth bezel. The fluted is going to be about 2k more.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by sensui

I get what you're feeling and have been there many times. My suggestion would be to slow down/fight that urge and enjoy what you got. Then pick carefully/do your research meanwhile for that next watch.

I agree, try to be patient and take your time, I just started collecting in a new hobby and I've already bumped up my spending limit a few times and instead of buying once a fortnight as was the plan, even when my budget was lower, I now feel the urge to buy more often and at higher prices. Take a breath and be cool, both of us.