Which One & Only Rolex: DateJust 2 (SS) or Submariner Date or GMT 2

[Everdying]

can i throw in something else?
39mm explorer I

i never understood why the DJ II is 41mm, perhaps they wanted the bigger bezel to adorn it with fancy stuff.

but among your choices, i would probably go for the sub.

[sniperontheroof]

can i throw in something else?
39mm explorer I

i never understood why the DJ II is 41mm, perhaps they wanted the bigger bezel to adorn it with fancy stuff.

but among your choices, i would probably go for the sub.

+1 for 39mm Explorer. Understated and goes well with almost any attire.

[dpkong]

why is it no one proposed the latest Explorer II with freccione hands

maybe because it was a multiple choice question with only 3 answers? 

Just out of curiosity, I noticed that nobody recommended the SS DateJust 2. Any obvious reason why it is not so popular against the Sub or GMT? 

Most buyers tend to look at the Datejust as a dress watch only and not sporty enough. Some of the newer dials are quite eye-catching too. But the Datejust 2 with the wider bezel look off to me. And from most comments posted on them above, it looks like an "Ah Pek" watch..

[bryank]

Now I understand. It could just be me, but even if I were to decide to buy either the Sub or the GMT, I don't really think I would wanna wear my RM2xk watch to my sport sessions. Having said that, I could just be me.

 

[dpkong]

Now I understand. It could just be me, but even if I were to decide to buy either the Sub or the GMT, I don't really think I would wanna wear my RM2xk watch to my sport sessions. Having said that, I could just be me.

 

Buy them pre-owned with scratches already included and you won't bother so much about where you wear them and what you do with them on.. 

[Calibr]

Bryank... I think you fit the profile of someone who would wear a Datejust 1 (36 mm) TT. That was my first Rolex many many years ago. You can't go wrong with that!

[IWCking]

How old are you? If you r relatively young, sport watch will look better on you. Datejust looks awkward if you are below 40 y,o in my opinion. Whereas submariner and gmt can be both sporty and dressy. You wont have issue even wearing them with your suits. However, t shirt and jeans just look funny with datejust in my opinion.

If there is only one rollie, i will pick submariner as submariner has been one of the most iconic rollie sports watch. GMT 2 is a good choice if you do travel. I never have any gmt or dual time watch and certainly keen to consider one.

[bryank]

In my profession, having something in common with coffeehouse taukehs, contractors, pasar borong taukehs, middle & upper class society is actually a not a bad thing 

My leisure time are mostly spent with my family. 90% indoors.

To be honest, I'm a little bit biased towards the SS DJ2. Thought it looks great with Roman markers & blue dial.

But still not 100% decided yet... 

[Enkidu]

To be honest, I'm a little bit biased towards the SS DJ2. Thought it looks great with Roman markers & blue dial.

Still think you should get the sub-date 116610LN, but if you are drifting towards getting the DJ2, here are some pics (blue dial, but no roman numerals sorry)....

[dpkong]

To be honest, I'm a little bit biased towards the SS DJ2. Thought it looks great with Roman markers & blue dial.

Still think you should get the sub-date 116610LN, but if you are drifting towards getting the DJ2, here are some pics (blue dial, but no roman numerals sorry)....

didn't know you were that hairy?

[terrenceterrence]

if you can carry the size...

saw that on a guy's wrist and it looks damn cool and sweet 

[bryank]

Bros, the one pictured is a White Gold DJ2 leh.

I'm only going for the SS DJ2,.which looks very different. The fluted bezel will be too flashy for me.

Sub No-Date is also under consideration... so difficult to make a choice... 

[Gigi]

Bros, the one pictured is a White Gold DJ2 leh.

I'm only going for the SS DJ2,.which looks very different. The fluted bezel will be too flashy for me.

Sub No-Date is also under consideration... so difficult to make a choice... 

Which no date? Is it the older version or the ceramic ones?

[harkensng]

Bros, the one pictured is a White Gold DJ2 leh.

I'm only going for the SS DJ2,.which looks very different. The fluted bezel will be too flashy for me.

Sub No-Date is also under consideration... so difficult to make a choice... 

Bro, maybe it's better u go to ad first to try out few models then shortlist to 1 0r 2 definite models and u ask the members here for opinion....it seems u r still totally undecided and hard fir people here to answer yr question. Btw, some models like the sub date and gmt  may be hard to obtain here in msia.

God bless,
Harken.

[Spider boy]

Sub is nice, more subtle and won't get bored as an everyday watch . Whereas the gmt is more flashy for having a polished bracelet compared to the sub , since both the ceramic bezel are already flashy enough compared to their predecessor, i think the polished bracelet is slightly overboard.

Therefore , it will be the sub if i would have given a choice. And u can always sell you sub for the datejust II later since the pre-owned market for sub has always been good . !

[rnsm1979]

i would pick the Sub, classic Rollie....never go outdated no even after 10 years....

[vinorus]

Listen to your own heart.
I don't think Datejust II is a less interesting watch compare to Submariner or GMT Master II.
Datejust II ends up become the most unique when everyone opt for a Sub or GMT.
Did I mention it is also different from its ubiquitous brother, Datejust?

[bryank]

U mean the 36mm DateJust? I have a pretty big wrist, so I assume a larger watch would look more proportionate on me... rite?

[Calibr]

U mean the 36mm DateJust? I have a pretty big wrist, so I assume a larger watch would look more proportionate on me... rite?

Between a SS Datejust II (41mm) and the new Explorer II 42mm, the Explorer II has more wrist presence, newer movement, more rugged use and holds its value better in the long term.

See how it looks on my 6.5 inches wrist:

[bryank]

Explorer2 is way above my budget bro 

[harkensng]

Explorer2 is way above my budget bro 

Then sub-date and gmt are also way above yr budget. And dj2 is just slightly less. 

Hate to say this but it seems that every time members here give suggestions you will change the goal post. I think we r heading no where!!! This thread can go on forever and still reach no conclusion. Are u serious about buying or just play play only? 

[bryank]

Explorer2 is way above my budget bro 

Then sub-date and gmt are also way above yr budget. And dj2 is just slightly less. 

Hate to say this but it seems that every time members here give suggestions you will change the goal post. I think we r heading no where!!! This thread can go on forever and still reach no conclusion. Are u serious about buying or just play play only? 

did i ask ur opinion?  ,

sorry, pls go to another thread & find trouble there 

[dpkong]

It's best to find the watch you like the most and if it's above your present budget, wait until you have enough to get it. Always a bad idea to buy something within your budget, even if you don't really love it and find out later it doesn't appeal as much to you after some wear.

[Primus]

My advice to you is follow your first instinct. It seems u have an initial preferenfe for the SS DJ2, I highly recommend u go to an AD and try that guy on and if it still sings to you, u shld get that piece.  Dont make the same mistake as me, ifnu make ur purchase 100% based on ppl opinion u will come to regret it and always look at the ss dj everytime u see one and wonder ifnu made the right choice. Habing said that offcourse therws notjing wrong with asking for opinions n advice just not based ur decision 100% on them. If after getting feedback ur gut still says tjat model  it seems the choice has already been made.

I say go for it! I love the DJ line

[G.MAC]

It's best to find the watch you like the most and if it's above your present budget, wait until you have enough to get it. Always a bad idea to buy something within your budget, even if you don't really love it and find out later it doesn't appeal as much to you after some wear.

This is the best advice. It is very true. Save more to get something you really like. Go for something that you truly love. Just wondering what your budget is? Some watches are really within reach once you go pre-owned as opposed to new. Whatever your choice, just show some pics when you finally make your decision.