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jnumber7 · 2 September 2018, 08:39 AM

Hello Everyone!!! Its my first day on the forum!

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I really want to get a DD either the 18239 or the 118239 Either Silver or black dial with roman...... Thoughts? Things I should know for either or ? In advance.... Thank you everyone and nice to meet you all!!!!

returntorolex · 2 September 2018, 08:58 AM

Both nice references - do you have a budget in mind?

jnumber7 · 2 September 2018, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by returntorolex

Both nice references - do you have a budget in mind?

Thanks for the reply! I'm right around $15k or so.

returntorolex · 2 September 2018, 09:16 AM

This is a 118239 with Rhodium Roman dial. The major differences between the 18239 and the 6-digit references are solid middle links on the bracelet, a heavier clasp and (from about 2006 on) rehaut. You should be able to find a nice 118239 for your budget.

Happy hunting!

jnumber7 · 2 September 2018, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by returntorolex

This is a 118239 with Rhodium Roman dial. The major differences between the 18239 and the 6-digit references are solid middle links on the bracelet, a heavier clasp and (from about 2006 on) rehaut. You should be able to find a nice 118239 for your budget.

Happy hunting!

Wow that is a beautiful piece. Exactly what I am looking for

returntorolex · 2 September 2018, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by jnumber7

Wow that is a beautiful piece. Exactly what I am looking for

Bobby Flay has one

jnumber7 · 3 September 2018, 10:37 AM

Do you know if only the middle links are solid on the 118239? Or is it the whole bracelet? I’m looking at a 18239 for 12.5k silver dial or a black dial 118239 rehaut..... Thoughts????

jnumber7 · 3 September 2018, 10:44 AM

Btw the black dial 118239 is 17k

Time4aRolex · 3 September 2018, 08:20 PM

After having a white sticks dial DJ for the first 19 years of my Rolex life, I went black sticks. Way easier to see in all light levels.

that said - that DD is stunning.

1William · 3 September 2018, 09:38 PM

The DD is a great choice. I would go with the solid links if possible and I really like the black dial.

fskywalker · 3 September 2018, 11:30 PM

Another 2 differences between the 18239 and the 118239 are:

1- 5 series has brushed lugs while the 6 series has brushed lugs

2- Fit of the bracelet against the case is more refined on the 6 series

Either model is a great, so pickup the one you liked more. My 18239 says hi

jnumber7 · 4 September 2018, 12:08 AM

Thank you all, that is a gorgeous watch my friend!!!

soran · 4 September 2018, 01:36 AM

I'd go for a 118239 if possible. A good condition 18239 is not that far from a 118239 price wise. The lower end 18239s on the market have stretched bracelets and often over polished. And the solid bracelet on the 118239 gives it a much better feel overall.

hondauk · 4 September 2018, 02:21 AM

What about a DD Tridor

hondauk · 4 September 2018, 02:21 AM

https://www.flickr.com/photos/164122...posted-public/

jnumber7 · 6 September 2018, 02:49 AM

Thank you all for the info, I ended up getting this 18239 with roman dial!

IMG_4120.jpg

jltait · 6 September 2018, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by jnumber7

Thank you all for the info, I ended up getting this 18239 with roman dial!

Congrats! She’s a beauty. Some stealth wealth right there.

Sarosh · 6 September 2018, 03:14 AM

Congrats looks awesome!

DahMan · 6 September 2018, 03:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by returntorolex

This is a 118239 with Rhodium Roman dial. The major differences between the 18239 and the 6-digit references are solid middle links on the bracelet, a heavier clasp and (from about 2006 on) rehaut. You should be able to find a nice 118239 for your budget.

Happy hunting!

Just out of curiosity , what size wrist do you gave. It looks large for a 36mm, I was alstroemerias surprised that you can pick up a DD, for $15k, and you can

jnumber7 · 6 September 2018, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by DahMan

Just out of curiosity , what size wrist do you gave. It looks large for a 36mm, I was alstroemerias surprised that you can pick up a DD, for $15k, and you can

I've never measured my wrist, Had to cut sides of photo to be able to upload it here, so it certainly looks bigger. That said, my wrist is not too big, the 36mm fits well and classy. I do enjoy other 41mm and 44mm but the purpose of this piece was to wear with my suits.... I Don't like wearing a big watch when I dress in suits lol..... Picked it up for 13k

DahMan · 6 September 2018, 05:10 AM

Real nice choice.

returntorolex · 6 September 2018, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by jnumber7

Thank you all for the info, I ended up getting this 18239 with roman dial!

Attachment 980320

Congrats and enjoy!

roosvelt · 6 September 2018, 07:46 PM

Good choice. I had the chance to see in person a 5 digit DD bare case and a 6 digit case. Comparing the two the 5 digit has less gold milled out of the case. Now a 18038 has a largest case and the lest amount of gold milled out of the case of all the DD. The watchmaker said the differences were do the technology rolex had through the years to remove the insides.

fskywalker · 6 September 2018, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by jnumber7

Thank you all for the info, I ended up getting this 18239 with roman dial!

Attachment 980320

Congrats Jay and welcome to the WG DD club!

1William · 6 September 2018, 08:15 PM

Congratulations.

jnumber7 · 6 September 2018, 10:05 PM

Thank you all!

deepseadweller74 · 6 September 2018, 11:36 PM

Hi. That is a beautiful pickup. I am caught between a 118238 vs 118239. I feel that the white gold version has more variability than the yellow gold version.

0miles · 6 September 2018, 11:39 PM

The DD is a great choice to go by, considering the fact its silver makes it more unique, cause most people would go with the black dial. congrats and wear in good health.

H-Watches · 7 September 2018, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jnumber7

Thank you all for the info, I ended up getting this 18239 with roman dial!

Attachment 980320

How do you like it so far?

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jnumber7 · 8 September 2018, 10:24 PM

I absolutely Love it!! It’s such a beautiful time piece!

2 September 2018, 08:39 AM	#1
jnumber7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Jay Location: Florida Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 17	Dd 18239 vs 118239 Hello Everyone!!! Its my first day on the forum! . I really want to get a DD either the 18239 or the 118239 Either Silver or black dial with roman...... Thoughts? Things I should know for either or ? In advance.... Thank you everyone and nice to meet you all!!!!

2 September 2018, 08:58 AM	#2
returntorolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: Atlanta Watch: Jackie Stewart DD Posts: 5,649	Both nice references - do you have a budget in mind? __________________ Rolex - Tudor - Omega - Breitling - Oris - Grand Seiko - Timex - Casio - Ocean Crawler - Ganymede - American Waltham - Seiko - Gruen - Arethusa - Citizen - Sinn - Nodus - Formex

3 September 2018, 08:20 PM	#9
Time4aRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Kent Location: New Hampshire Posts: 1,716	After having a white sticks dial DJ for the first 19 years of my Rolex life, I went black sticks. Way easier to see in all light levels. that said - that DD is stunning. __________________ Rolex 116610 and 16220 You miss 100% of the shots you don't take

3 September 2018, 11:30 PM	#11
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,586	Dd 18239 vs 118239 Another 2 differences between the 18239 and the 118239 are: 1- 5 series has brushed lugs while the 6 series has brushed lugs 2- Fit of the bracelet against the case is more refined on the 6 series Either model is a great, so pickup the one you liked more. My 18239 says hi __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 Zenith 02.470.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

6 September 2018, 03:14 AM	#18
Sarosh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: London Watch: BLNR Posts: 2,218	Congrats looks awesome! __________________ ----- “It’s a watch, it tells time. Not much else”

3 September 2018, 10:37 AM	#7
jnumber7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Jay Location: Florida Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 17	Do you know if only the middle links are solid on the 118239? Or is it the whole bracelet? I’m looking at a 18239 for 12.5k silver dial or a black dial 118239 rehaut..... Thoughts????

3 September 2018, 10:44 AM	#8
jnumber7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Jay Location: Florida Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 17	Btw the black dial 118239 is 17k

3 September 2018, 09:38 PM	#10
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,641	The DD is a great choice. I would go with the solid links if possible and I really like the black dial.

4 September 2018, 12:08 AM	#12
jnumber7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Jay Location: Florida Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 17	Thank you all, that is a gorgeous watch my friend!!!

4 September 2018, 01:36 AM	#13
soran "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: wait list Watch: Daytona Posts: 551	I'd go for a 118239 if possible. A good condition 18239 is not that far from a 118239 price wise. The lower end 18239s on the market have stretched bracelets and often over polished. And the solid bracelet on the 118239 gives it a much better feel overall.

4 September 2018, 02:21 AM	#14
hondauk "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Graham Location: East Yorkshire UK Watch: Day Date Tridor Posts: 146	What about a DD Tridor

6 September 2018, 02:49 AM	#16
jnumber7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Jay Location: Florida Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 17	Thank you all for the info, I ended up getting this 18239 with roman dial! IMG_4120.jpg

6 September 2018, 05:10 AM	#21
DahMan Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Florida Posts: 635	Real nice choice.

6 September 2018, 07:46 PM	#23
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	Good choice. I had the chance to see in person a 5 digit DD bare case and a 6 digit case. Comparing the two the 5 digit has less gold milled out of the case. Now a 18038 has a largest case and the lest amount of gold milled out of the case of all the DD. The watchmaker said the differences were do the technology rolex had through the years to remove the insides.

6 September 2018, 08:15 PM	#25
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,641	Congratulations.

6 September 2018, 10:05 PM	#26
jnumber7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Jay Location: Florida Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 17	Thank you all!

6 September 2018, 11:36 PM	#27
deepseadweller74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710 Posts: 50	Hi. That is a beautiful pickup. I am caught between a 118238 vs 118239. I feel that the white gold version has more variability than the yellow gold version.

6 September 2018, 11:39 PM	#28
0miles Banned Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: United states Posts: 68	The DD is a great choice to go by, considering the fact its silver makes it more unique, cause most people would go with the black dial. congrats and wear in good health.

8 September 2018, 10:24 PM	#30
jnumber7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Jay Location: Florida Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 17	I absolutely Love it!! It’s such a beautiful time piece!

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