Older DJ41 VS newer DJ41?

[TheVision]

Hey all

I'm on the AD waitlist for the new 41mm DJ (fluted bezel with jubilee bracelet). AD said eta is around 3-6 months. Already 2 months in..(also on waitlist for new Exp2 gmt which is my 1st preference).

I have a coworker (high end collector) who's willing to accept my Omega smp ($3.5k trade value) with extra cash ...his trade price is $10k.

It's in mint condition with all box/paperwork (plus bezel protector). However, it's the older model with the Rolex calibre 3135. I believe the new model comes with 3235 movement (and AR coating on the sapphire).

Is the older model a downgrade VS the newer model? cheers

[nelsonthepetitedood]

Honestly I would do it. The biggest thing is to look at the 41 vs the DJII. They have different looks and it is a personal opinion. That price is fine though.

[Sandpit]

Very different watches. The older DJ you mention is the DJ2. It’s a bit chunkier than the DJ41. To my eyes the 41 looks better, although it can be a bit of a dinner plate on smaller wrists.

[Soultime]

So am I correct in saying the Datejust ii was always with the 3135 movement and the DJ41 only ever came with the 3235…?

[johnwigan]

Wait for a new watch. You have a timescale, now just wait. You will get the new watch experience and purchase history with the AD. I would wait rather than purchase a second hand older model. A little bit of patience is needed.

[waxy88]

The DJ II is far less popular. Sit tight and wait for your new DJ 41 from the AD

[1995akcoop]

The DJ2 was a great watch…… until the DJ41 came out. Wait on your AD.


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[Pw92676]

I’d wait.

[kayaker21]

Date just II is superior .It w. I’ll be the two tone everyone wants in 10 years time. Super case and oyster bracelet.

[kayaker21]

Date just II is superior .It w. I’ll be the two tone everyone wants in 10 years time. Super case and oyster bracelet.

[Robf52]

Wait for a DJ41, and you can sell the SMP anytime.

[Kevin of Larchmont]

Never bonded with my DJII as much as I tried, the scale of the sticks and the lettering on the dial was off. After four years I traded it in at the AD I bought it from for a DJ36 and I’ve been thrilled ever since. A year later and it’s still sitting in the display case at the AD.

[Kevin of Larchmont]

The forum seems to be double posting tonight.

[Laszlo]

Definitely wait or if another opportunity arises stick to the DJ41. It’s much improved over the DJII.

[Albatross]

I actually love the Datejust 2, but it’s not for everybody. It’s a bigger watch than the Datejust 41. The DJ 2 is actually a 41mm case. The DJ 41 measures like 39 something mm. No idea why they called it a DJ 41. It’s not 41. It’s actually less than 40. You need a pretty big wrist for a DJ 2. Since you are also looking at an Explorer II which measures 42mm, I assume you have the wrist for a DJ 2. But just know going in that they are different size watches.

But also know, there is no Jubilee option on a DJ 2. Oyster only. Since you mentioned that you ordered your DJ 41 with Jubilee, that may be the better option for you if the Jubilee look is what you are after.


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[VegasBaby]

The trade is fine.....do it!!!! DJ II FTW!!!!!!