Best Rolex to start a collection?

[Ocean Wanderer]

Hi TRF members,

I suspect that this question might have already been answered multiple times before (in which case I apologize for beating a dead horse), however, I thought that I would ask again since new Rolex watches come out regularly:

What in your eyes would be the best Rolex to start a collection with, and more importantly, why?

I intentionally leave the question open so that no restriction in style or price comes into play.

What I am after here are your thoughts and the reasoning behind them.

As always, thank you for time!

Ocean Wanderer

[Loverolex2020]

Originally Posted by Ocean Wanderer

Hi TRF members,

I suspect that this question might have already been answered multiple times before (in which case I apologize for beating a dead horse), however, I thought that I would ask again since new Rolex watches come out regularly:

What in your eyes would be the best Rolex to start a collection with, and more importantly, why?

I intentionally leave the question open so that no restriction in style or price comes into play.

What I am after here are your thoughts and the reasoning behind them.

As always, thank you for time!

Ocean Wanderer

I would say a black submariner but they are hard to come by, I'd just go grey pay a bit more and grab that as first piece, maybe even go for a used unit but it's a great watch you can wear everyday,,,,,,after that I'd maybe go for a 2 tone watch,,,,the blue sub is pretty sweet and datejust ii 41mm is nice too

[VegasMilgauss]

Explorer, you can go anywhere from there plus it’s sporty and dressy.

[TNT009]

The one you like, can afford and have patience to wait for it!

[teabags001]

DJ 41 SS Fluted

[seasubmariner]

Originally Posted by Ocean Wanderer

Hi TRF members,

I suspect that this question might have already been answered multiple times before (in which case I apologize for beating a dead horse), however, I thought that I would ask again since new Rolex watches come out regularly:

What in your eyes would be the best Rolex to start a collection with, and more importantly, why?

I intentionally leave the question open so that no restriction in style or price comes into play.

What I am after here are your thoughts and the reasoning behind them.

As always, thank you for time!

Ocean Wanderer

There s no particular ROLEX to start a collection.
It could be any model that I like most.

[lcs77]

Submariner

[Oodles of Noodles]

Depends on so many factors: age, occupation, fashion style, etc.

[Manu74]

Submariner Date

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Ocean Wanderer

Hi TRF members,

I suspect that this question might have already been answered multiple times before (in which case I apologize for beating a dead horse), however, I thought that I would ask again since new Rolex watches come out regularly:

What in your eyes would be the best Rolex to start a collection with, and more importantly, why?

I intentionally leave the question open so that no restriction in style or price comes into play.

What I am after here are your thoughts and the reasoning behind them.

As always, thank you for time!

Ocean Wanderer

The best Rolex to start any collection is the ones you yourself want to own and wear.Many today are influence by so called social media in what is so called hot and latest hyped.And today many dont wear the watch they wear the hype so buy what you want its that simple.

[grimps]

Black Sub is a go anywhere watch that will cover all bases, chances of getting one at retail are slim these days though so maybe a DJ41

[Ocean Wanderer]

Thank you very much for all your suggestions.

The Rolex Submariner is indeed a watch that caught my attention, as well as a nice gold Rolex Day-Date for more formal occasions. The Rolex Datejust and Explorer are also superb.

I will keep of all that in mind and let you know once I have made a purchase.

Please keep sharing your thoughts if you like as this is always a pleasure to read.

Thank you.

[Ceelo]

My vote is for the classic datejust in 36mm. There are heaps of dial, bezel and bracelet combinations which help personalise it a little more. Go for the one that speaks to you most :)

[HogwldFLTR]

Without a doubt the best one is the one you dream of. Hang out here and look and read. The one that you want most even if it seems really hard to get is the one you should get. For me I started with an OP and ended up with a Platona. Have fun, enjoy, and welcome!!!

[Andad]

Originally Posted by padi56

The best Rolex to start any collection is the ones you yourself want to own and wear.Many today are influence by so called social media in what is so called hot and latest hyped.And today many dont wear the watch they wear the hype so buy what you want its that simple.

There was a time when we could visit an AD and look at most of the models that Rolex made Peter but now we mostly have pictures.

[DLRIDES]

1) The one YOU want to wear !

2) The Explorer or Submariner probably has the most versatility, heritage, and draws minimal attention from non enthusiast.

[Harry-57]

Start with what you want the most. It depends on budget and watch availability. It also depends on how long you are willing to wait. You can dip into the range at the price point that suits you. If I had the money I would start my collection with something like a PM Sky Dweller. Or a PM Day Date. I also like the WG Sub Date. If I was going TT or SS I would aim for a Sky Dweller first. If that was too steep I'd go for a 42mm Polar for starters. This is actually where I started. Providing a watch is in your desired budget, looks good on you and wears comfortably, you can't go wrong. If I can't get what I want from an AD, I spend as much time, if not more researching the seller as I do the watch.

[Mick8moses]

Well if you're planning a collection, then map out the components of it and look out for models as they come available. I am a sub guy. I have my favorite 6 series reference: the SD43. My favorite 5 series reference: 14060m two-line. I'm still waiting to find that 5513/5517 milsub to complete my Rolex sub trifecta...let me know if you see one


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[padi56]

Originally Posted by directioneng

There was a time when we could visit an AD and look at most of the models that Rolex made Peter but now we mostly have pictures.

Agree but there are hundreds possible thousands around the grey market all models I wonder why..

[huba01]

14060, miss mine and still resonable priced.

[ROlesorusLEX]

Originally Posted by Ocean Wanderer

Hi TRF members,



I suspect that this question might have already been answered multiple times before (in which case I apologize for beating a dead horse), however, I thought that I would ask again since new Rolex watches come out regularly:



What in your eyes would be the best Rolex to start a collection with, and more importantly, why?



I intentionally leave the question open so that no restriction in style or price comes into play.



What I am after here are your thoughts and the reasoning behind them.



As always, thank you for time!



Ocean Wanderer

Whichever Rolex or other watch you put on and still think/dream about after taking it off at the end of the day.

Size, color, age, none of that matters, regardless what the hype machine says

[Double-Espresso]

The 214270 Explorer!

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[APPRF]

Definitely DJ41 fluted from AD to establish buying history. DJ41 screams Rolex iconic design(DD too if you can afford it and like PM, will open doors at AD). DJ41 can be used as dress or sports. Stay away from Explorer, as it's not well recognised as a Rolex to a non WIS in my opinion. I would jump on an Air King for a special, and no date sports Rolex (anti magnetic added bonus). If you could find it at an AD now. A Black sub date is the easiest to get from AD now with little purchase history. Then you will be able to get on a real list for the really juicy stuff. This is what I suggest to anyone who asks me how to start a collection.

[thesharkfactor]

A starter Rolex insinuates that you will not be fulfilled and will later look to others to quench your growing need.
I have just one Rolex, I bought it brand new, it’s a daily watch for life. I’m committed to it, it’s committed to me. It’s ‘my’ watch...there are many like it (etc.).

Buy the ONE. Keep it for life. That’s ‘the’ Rolex, undiluted.

[danyvw]

The one you like and can afford or....find.

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[jaisonline]

If I could do it over again to save some cash and time, a Sub or GMT would have been my 1st. Instead, I went with SS pre- owned “meh” 36mm DJ w/ jubilee and 16622 YM. Both were very nice watches but were too flashy.

Now that 6-digit GMTs have PCLS and large bold bezel insert font so I would go 16710.

A Sub and GMT would have made me happy from the get go.

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by Ocean Wanderer

What in your eyes would be the best Rolex to start a collection with, and more importantly, why?

The one you want to start your collection with

[Camel]

I think most Rolex collections started of with either a two-tone DJ or a Sub. Mine started with the former.

[1William]

I would and did start many years ago with a SS Submariner. I would look to a six digit modern SS Submariner as a first. Great watch, updated case, bezel and the amazing glide lock clasp. I would pick the one I want, Date or ND, find one slightly pre-owned and complete from one of our Trusted Sellers, pay and begin enjoying my watch. Simple.

[RHIII]

I agree with others, it really depends on your personal taste, a well as what you really like.

Some staples or cornerstones in the lineup are the usual suspects of the Explorer (I), DateJust, and the Submariner. These are all great options to start a collection, but any reference you want will work!

Good luck!