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DoctorA · 16 November 2017, 08:28 AM

My AD called and is giving me a great deal on a Blue stick dial smooth bezel Datejust 41. How does it differ from its predecessor the Datejust 2?
I’m a big guy 6’6”. Will the Datejust 2 look bigger?
Thanks

Syed117 · 16 November 2017, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by DoctorA

My AD called and is giving me a great deal on a Blue stick dial smooth bezel Datejust 41. How does it differ from its predecessor the Datejust 2?
I’m a big guy 6’6”. Will the Datejust 2 look bigger?
Thanks

DJ2 will look bigger.

Being tall doesn't really have anything to do with your wrist size.

I know it's a close up, but that DJ2 looks like it's almost too big for your wrist. I'm sure it's fine though.

ADs are offering significant discounts on DJ2s right now because most people prefer the DJ41. Then you have a lot of guys who also prefer the 36 over the 41 and DJ2. Never felt like the DJ2 really took off.

At the end of the day, just buy what you like. Try on both, but get the one that appeals to you, not just because it's a great deal.

willy23 · 16 November 2017, 09:14 AM

cool

Kiddodoc · 16 November 2017, 09:30 AM

I went with the DJII as I love the bigger bezel that looks like they injected steroids! Try them both on and see which feels better.

DoctorA · 16 November 2017, 10:27 AM

I had them both on and honestly would be happy with either. I couldn’t tell much of a difference

I read mixed reviews about the DJ2 where some felt it wasn’t a “hot” and wouldn’t keep value while others swear by it

Obviously I’m not picking it for just the value but it wouldn’t hurt to pick the one that keeps better value especially that i like them equally
Thanks guys

watchwatcher · 16 November 2017, 11:18 AM

That looks like a DJ2 in the picture...

AK797 · 16 November 2017, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

That looks like a DJ2 in the picture...

Yes it is, and that looks good on you if that is you... very enigmatic thread...

Canook · 16 November 2017, 12:02 PM

i have had both (currently got a DJ41) and there isnt a massive difference between them to be honest.... personally i prefer the jubilee on a datejust hence the reason i have the DJ41 now as it wasnt an option on the DJII and the refined indices on the dial i prefer on the DJ41

try them on and go with what you like

duc888 · 17 November 2017, 03:21 AM

I´ve had both in my hands and the DJ2 looks bigger but i love the combination of the WG bezel and the jubilee, so I own now the DJ41.

HogwldFLTR · 17 November 2017, 03:30 AM

Currently, DJII as it is being sold cheaply and will take less of a hit than the 41 when the winds of change blow again.

yxc145 · 17 November 2017, 03:37 AM

I like DJ41 better. the markers are thinner, which I like.

rkim11 · 17 November 2017, 04:15 AM

I have and love the DJ2 because of the bigger size fluted bezel, case and batons. The DJ41 with batons reminds me of the DJ36 my dad bought in the early 80s.. something about the thin batons.

jaySL350 · 17 November 2017, 06:22 AM

I love that the dj2 looks so different from my dj 16013 apart from the obvious tt,,,,,
looks so much more "sporty" and i have my dj36 for dressier times although my dj2 ticks those boxes also,,,,,jay

Kiddodoc · 17 November 2017, 06:33 AM

Tough choice!

samson66 · 17 November 2017, 06:38 AM

If you want the jubilee bracelet and/or the new movement get the DJ41. If you want it to wear larger with a slightly more sporty appearance get the DJII.

If you are torn between the two, you should be able to pick up a DJII for a pretty big discount over the 41

yannis · 17 November 2017, 07:01 AM

DJ41 is a bit more refined and looks great on the wrist. The one on your photo is a DJII yes?

jaySL350 · 17 November 2017, 08:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoctorA

My AD called and is giving me a great deal on a Blue stick dial smooth bezel Datejust 41. How does it differ from its predecessor the Datejust 2?
I’m a big guy 6’6”. Will the Datejust 2 look bigger?
Thanks

Thats a dj2 your wearing in the pic DocA,,,,jay

HK Islandboy · 17 November 2017, 08:57 AM

I like the jubilee bracelet on the Datejust - which would limit my choice to the DJ41, which is a lovely watch. However , for my personal taste, I would prefer it to be larger.

JTL31 · 17 November 2017, 09:03 AM

DJ41 - I liked the dial proportions and lower profile on my wrist.

houls61 · 18 November 2017, 08:40 AM

Here is my DJ2 next to my Explorer 2 for size comparison. The DJ2 is every bit of it’s 41mm size and I prefer it to the current DJ41

yhzdude · 18 November 2017, 08:46 AM

How much?

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stockjock1975 · 19 November 2017, 10:03 PM

I love the beefier, more aggressive profile of the DJ II. It just adds an element of sportiness to the watch compared to the new 41. Both are nice pieces though. No wrong answer here.

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jets · 20 November 2017, 01:12 AM

I prefer the DJII on my 7.5" wrist. New ones seem a bit on the small side for me.

Torque Time · 20 November 2017, 01:27 AM

DoctorA - Holy Okea! I imagine your AD is giving you a deal...didn't you just pick-up 1 SD Blue and 1 SD Black?

I prefer the fluted bezel over the smooth. It appears larger on the wrist to the eye. I'm 6'4, 225 and my 36mm TT DJ looks great without being 'in you face'.

Enjoy and wear in good health!!

16 November 2017, 12:02 PM	#8
Canook "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Jason Location: Aussie/Malaysia Watch: too many to list Posts: 1,470	i have had both (currently got a DJ41) and there isnt a massive difference between them to be honest.... personally i prefer the jubilee on a datejust hence the reason i have the DJ41 now as it wasnt an option on the DJII and the refined indices on the dial i prefer on the DJ41 try them on and go with what you like __________________ Current lineup -116610LV Sub -16233 Tapestry Datejust -16610LV KERMIT -116600 SD4000....16612 Yachtmaster- 16710 PEPSI -216570(polar)- -Yachtmaster II 116688 126300 Datejust 41 jubilee * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

17 November 2017, 03:30 AM	#10
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	Currently, DJII as it is being sold cheaply and will take less of a hit than the 41 when the winds of change blow again. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

17 November 2017, 07:01 AM	#16
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	DJ41 is a bit more refined and looks great on the wrist. The one on your photo is a DJII yes? __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

18 November 2017, 08:40 AM	#20
houls61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116610LN Sub Date Posts: 416	Here is my DJ2 next to my Explorer 2 for size comparison. The DJ2 is every bit of it’s 41mm size and I prefer it to the current DJ41 __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLRO Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN Breitling Superocean 2 Tag Heuer Calibre 17 CAY2112 Chrono

20 November 2017, 01:12 AM	#23
jets "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mario Location: CANADA Posts: 2,483	I prefer the DJII on my 7.5" wrist. New ones seem a bit on the small side for me. __________________ ♛ DJII 116234 · Submariner 126610LV · Yacht Master 42 226659 ✿ Pelagos 25600TN Ω X-33 Speedmaster Skywalker · 1861 Speedmaster Modsukoshi · SMP 2254.50 · SMP 2230.50 NAC · Seamaster 300 166.0324 · Genève 162.037 Seiko SLA033 Willard · SKX007

16 November 2017, 09:14 AM	#3
willy23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: U S A Posts: 76	cool

16 November 2017, 09:30 AM	#4
Kiddodoc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: Texas Watch: 15 and counting! Posts: 3,476	I went with the DJII as I love the bigger bezel that looks like they injected steroids! Try them both on and see which feels better.

16 November 2017, 10:27 AM	#5
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,523	I had them both on and honestly would be happy with either. I couldn’t tell much of a difference I read mixed reviews about the DJ2 where some felt it wasn’t a “hot” and wouldn’t keep value while others swear by it Obviously I’m not picking it for just the value but it wouldn’t hurt to pick the one that keeps better value especially that i like them equally Thanks guys

16 November 2017, 11:18 AM	#6
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	That looks like a DJ2 in the picture...

17 November 2017, 03:21 AM	#9
duc888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Germany Posts: 861	I´ve had both in my hands and the DJ2 looks bigger but i love the combination of the WG bezel and the jubilee, so I own now the DJ41.

17 November 2017, 03:37 AM	#11
yxc145 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: David Location: Chicago Watch: SkyD,JC, BLNR, Ex2 Posts: 1,578	I like DJ41 better. the markers are thinner, which I like.

17 November 2017, 04:15 AM	#12
rkim11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Baltimore Watch: 16610LV Posts: 311	I have and love the DJ2 because of the bigger size fluted bezel, case and batons. The DJ41 with batons reminds me of the DJ36 my dad bought in the early 80s.. something about the thin batons.

17 November 2017, 06:22 AM	#13
jaySL350 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: jay Location: North London Watch: BBG,Hulk,16013,DJB Posts: 3,278	I love that the dj2 looks so different from my dj 16013 apart from the obvious tt,,,,, looks so much more "sporty" and i have my dj36 for dressier times although my dj2 ticks those boxes also,,,,,jay

17 November 2017, 06:38 AM	#15
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 12,903	If you want the jubilee bracelet and/or the new movement get the DJ41. If you want it to wear larger with a slightly more sporty appearance get the DJII. If you are torn between the two, you should be able to pick up a DJII for a pretty big discount over the 41

17 November 2017, 08:57 AM	#18
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	I like the jubilee bracelet on the Datejust - which would limit my choice to the DJ41, which is a lovely watch. However , for my personal taste, I would prefer it to be larger.

17 November 2017, 09:03 AM	#19
JTL31 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Janet Location: USA Posts: 3,143	DJ41 - I liked the dial proportions and lower profile on my wrist.

18 November 2017, 08:46 AM	#21
yhzdude 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Nat E FL370 0.82 Posts: 712	How much? Sent from my SM-N910W8 using Tapatalk

19 November 2017, 10:03 PM	#22
stockjock1975 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland, OH Watch: Platona Posts: 1,569	I love the beefier, more aggressive profile of the DJ II. It just adds an element of sportiness to the watch compared to the new 41. Both are nice pieces though. No wrong answer here. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

20 November 2017, 01:27 AM	#24
Torque Time "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Archie Location: Washington, DC Watch: TT DJ 1601 Posts: 359	DoctorA - Holy Okea! I imagine your AD is giving you a deal...didn't you just pick-up 1 SD Blue and 1 SD Black? I prefer the fluted bezel over the smooth. It appears larger on the wrist to the eye. I'm 6'4, 225 and my 36mm TT DJ looks great without being 'in you face'. Enjoy and wear in good health!!

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