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jdlyon3 · 27 November 2010, 02:28 PM

I am 22 years old and looking to buy my first Rolex. When it comes to Rolex watches I basically know nothing.

I am a pretty traditional guy and want something that can work as a casual and dressy watch. I don't think I want anything too bulky either.

Please send me all the suggestions and advice you have, it would be much appreciated.

Thanks!

JUSTROLEXES · 27 November 2010, 02:39 PM

Welcome to TRF

All sports models should be good for your age.
GMT II, Submariner, Seadweller, Explorer.
do you have a $$$ for that purchase?

seand442 · 27 November 2010, 02:44 PM

Welcome. What is your budget? I would suggest going to an AD and looking and trying on the ones that peak your interest. As said before, the sport models are probably your best bet at your age.

jdlyon3 · 27 November 2010, 03:00 PM

I am looking to spend $5,000 but if I find something I fall in love with who knows. I have looked a little, and found the explorer and like that one a lot. Where is a good place to get reviews and prices?

520Matt · 27 November 2010, 03:33 PM

Got to the For Sale section of this forum and search out trusted sellers. Look in the who's who section for feedback. Due your research and due diligence on the watch you want and the seller. Good luck an happy searching. I think you'd like the 16710 GMT II.

BT12 · 27 November 2010, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by jdlyon3

I am 22 years old and looking to buy my first Rolex. When it comes to Rolex watches I basically know nothing.

I am a pretty traditional guy and want something that can work as a casual and dressy watch. I don't think I want anything too bulky either.

Please send me all the suggestions and advice you have, it would be much appreciated.

Thanks!

14060M Excellent watch excellent value IMO.

HL65 · 27 November 2010, 09:37 PM

Welcome to TRF--Tony G said it best--SS Sports models! Check the for sale section here-lot of great choices and trusted sellers like Tony G--aka Justrolexes!!!! Happy hunting!

moviefreak · 28 November 2010, 12:04 AM

16610 to start is a very good option...

TSW · 28 November 2010, 12:15 AM

Can't really go wrong with any of the SS sport models.
Myself would go for either the Submariner or the older style GMT II

CoopJr · 28 November 2010, 12:19 AM

Sporty, dressy and not too bulky for $5,000? I would suggest a pre owned DateJust with an Oyster band, M or V serial.

t-money-4-life · 28 November 2010, 08:14 AM

Hello, I too am new to the forums and saw your post. Can you tell me what the difference b/t the M and V serial # is? I was at the AD yesterday and saw the 116244. In your opinion is the jubilee a better bracelet than the oyster or is it personal preference?

Thanks,
Thomas

sleddog · 28 November 2010, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by t-money-4-life

Hello, I too am new to the forums and saw your post. Can you tell me what the difference b/t the M and V serial # is? I was at the AD yesterday and saw the 116244. In your opinion is the jubilee a better bracelet than the oyster or is it personal preference?

Thanks,
Thomas

Hi Thomas!

The M and V is rough timeline on manufacture.....The V being more recent although both do crossover in production!
As far as the bracelets,It's a personal choice....Both are great!

Art161 · 28 November 2010, 08:59 AM

You can't go wrong with a DJ, either all SS or SS with WG fluted bezel. Most people prefer the Oyster bracelet if the bezel is not fluted and the Jubilee bracelet if the watch has a fluted bezel.

It's a matter of personal preference. Get what you like.

globalmedia33 · 28 November 2010, 09:08 AM

I think GMTII Ceramic is a good start.....

warrior · 28 November 2010, 09:08 AM

Welcome to TRF. You are gonna get ALOT of Submariner/ GMT IIc recommendations. Folks on these forums heavily favor those models. Though I certainly like the sub and gmt, I suggest you try on the Rolex Milgauss ( black version). It's classic with just a little pizzaz. I think it's the most gorgeous "sport" model. I think it straddles the line b/w casual and dress very well.

Good luck.

fc3s2k · 28 November 2010, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by globalmedia33

I think GMTII Ceramic is a good start.....

X2

timeisfathaoftruth · 28 November 2010, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by warrior

Welcome to TRF. You are gonna get ALOT of Submariner/ GMT IIc recommendations. Folks on these forums heavily favor those models. Though I certainly like the sub and gmt, I suggest you try on the Rolex Milgauss ( black version). It's classic with just a little pizzaz. I think it's the most gorgeous "sport" model. I think it straddles the line b/w casual and dress very well.

Good luck.

X2

In reading your opening post, it was the Milgauss that came to mind first as a recommendation for you (despite the fack that I am a sub fan).

mr.briar · 28 November 2010, 03:40 PM

I'd recommend a Black Milgauss.

Brenngun · 28 November 2010, 03:41 PM

May I recommend the Explorer II in white. It's size, look and price puts it right in your sweet spot. Great casual and formal watch. For best pricing look to the trusted sellers on this site. Good luck with your hunt.

rxonmymind · 28 November 2010, 04:17 PM

Welcome! Go take a look in the Watch Gallery section or do a search of the following words Datejust, Air King, Submariner, Yachtmaster. Pics should follow some of those threasa & see what you like! Good luck!

dddrees · 28 November 2010, 09:43 PM

Take your time its a big purchase. Conduct some research, go to the Rolex website, spend some time on the for sale section here, and then go to an AD or 2 and try plenty of them on.

Once your ready and you have found the one that makes you smile you'll feel more confident with your decision.

27 November 2010, 02:28 PM	#1
jdlyon3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2	Rookie needing help with first Rolex I am 22 years old and looking to buy my first Rolex. When it comes to Rolex watches I basically know nothing. I am a pretty traditional guy and want something that can work as a casual and dressy watch. I don't think I want anything too bulky either. Please send me all the suggestions and advice you have, it would be much appreciated. Thanks!

27 November 2010, 02:39 PM	#2
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 DATE-JUST41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 49,297	Welcome to TRF All sports models should be good for your age. GMT II, Submariner, Seadweller, Explorer. do you have a $$$ for that purchase? __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

27 November 2010, 02:44 PM	#3
seand442 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Earth Watch: 116610 Posts: 3,455	Welcome. What is your budget? I would suggest going to an AD and looking and trying on the ones that peak your interest. As said before, the sport models are probably your best bet at your age. __________________ NEVER ARGUE WITH AN IDIOT. FIRST THEY WILL DRAG YOU DOWN TO THEIR LEVEL. THEN, THEY WILL BEAT YOU WITH EXPERIENCE.

27 November 2010, 09:37 PM	#7
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,436	Welcome to TRF--Tony G said it best--SS Sports models! Check the for sale section here-lot of great choices and trusted sellers like Tony G--aka Justrolexes!!!! Happy hunting! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

28 November 2010, 12:04 AM	#8
moviefreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: in my house... Posts: 5,524	16610 to start is a very good option... __________________ Cheers, Eduardo Be a WIS not a WUSS... and remove all the stickers..

27 November 2010, 03:00 PM	#4
jdlyon3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2	I am looking to spend $5,000 but if I find something I fall in love with who knows. I have looked a little, and found the explorer and like that one a lot. Where is a good place to get reviews and prices?

27 November 2010, 03:33 PM	#5
520Matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: Tucson, AZ Watch: SD, LV,GMT II Pep Posts: 2,782	Got to the For Sale section of this forum and search out trusted sellers. Look in the who's who section for feedback. Due your research and due diligence on the watch you want and the seller. Good luck an happy searching. I think you'd like the 16710 GMT II.

28 November 2010, 12:15 AM	#9
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Can't really go wrong with any of the SS sport models. Myself would go for either the Submariner or the older style GMT II __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

28 November 2010, 12:19 AM	#10
CoopJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Coop Location: U.S.A. Watch: Subs Posts: 6,455	Sporty, dressy and not too bulky for $5,000? I would suggest a pre owned DateJust with an Oyster band, M or V serial.

28 November 2010, 08:14 AM	#11
t-money-4-life "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Thomas Location: Chicagoland Watch: Movado Posts: 1	Hello, I too am new to the forums and saw your post. Can you tell me what the difference b/t the M and V serial # is? I was at the AD yesterday and saw the 116244. In your opinion is the jubilee a better bracelet than the oyster or is it personal preference? Thanks, Thomas

28 November 2010, 08:59 AM	#13
Art161 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Art Location: San Francisco Watch: Sundial Posts: 2,266	You can't go wrong with a DJ, either all SS or SS with WG fluted bezel. Most people prefer the Oyster bracelet if the bezel is not fluted and the Jubilee bracelet if the watch has a fluted bezel. It's a matter of personal preference. Get what you like. __________________ Rolex SS Oyster Perpetual no date, TT Datejust Member #13992 HM Power to the Superlative Panda, officially certified! HMPanda eats, shoots and leaves. Rolexers do it with perpetual movements.

28 November 2010, 09:08 AM	#14
globalmedia33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Thien Location: Frisco,TX/Saigon Watch: All Rolex Posts: 2,754	I think GMTII Ceramic is a good start..... __________________ Sub. 5513 116710LN 116610LV “I THINK PERFECTION IS UGLY. SOMEWHERE IN THE THINGS HUMANS MAKE, I WANT TO SEE SCARS, FAILURE, DISORDER AND DISTORTION" - YOHJI YAMAMOTO

28 November 2010, 09:08 AM	#15
warrior "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: massachusetts Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,659	Welcome to TRF. You are gonna get ALOT of Submariner/ GMT IIc recommendations. Folks on these forums heavily favor those models. Though I certainly like the sub and gmt, I suggest you try on the Rolex Milgauss ( black version). It's classic with just a little pizzaz. I think it's the most gorgeous "sport" model. I think it straddles the line b/w casual and dress very well. Good luck.

28 November 2010, 03:40 PM	#18
mr.briar "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: OC Watch: 116400, 116660 Posts: 129	I'd recommend a Black Milgauss.

28 November 2010, 03:41 PM	#19
Brenngun 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,826	May I recommend the Explorer II in white. It's size, look and price puts it right in your sweet spot. Great casual and formal watch. For best pricing look to the trusted sellers on this site. Good luck with your hunt.

28 November 2010, 04:17 PM	#20
rxonmymind "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Brandon Location: Sacramento Watch: Rolex woot! woot! Posts: 824	Welcome! Go take a look in the Watch Gallery section or do a search of the following words Datejust, Air King, Submariner, Yachtmaster. Pics should follow some of those threasa & see what you like! Good luck! __________________ Be yourself; Everyone else is taken! Oscar Wilde

28 November 2010, 09:43 PM	#21
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	Take your time its a big purchase. Conduct some research, go to the Rolex website, spend some time on the for sale section here, and then go to an AD or 2 and try plenty of them on. Once your ready and you have found the one that makes you smile you'll feel more confident with your decision.

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