Help me Pick a new Rolex

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July 11, 2016, 05:20 PM
volks

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Help me Pick a new Rolex

I have never ever had such difficulty choosing a watch before.

I am looking at 3 diff Rolex's

1.......2016 Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 mm ......to me this IS the Quintessential look/idea of what a watch is .......beautiful 2 tone with 18K gold links and 904L steel.......what a classic watch.

2.......2016 Air King.........When I seen this watch in person I was truly stunned! It looks nothing like my Air King I bought in 2006.......it is a very fresh/bright design.......its also much heavier and thicker as well.

3.........2016 Datejust II 41 mm, steel and white gold. the blue face is striking and the fluted bezel compliments it perfectly.Love the Roman Num's as well.

These are the 3 that have me stumped ......I would love to hear any opinions and your advice.

http://www.audioshark.org/attachment...id=16711&stc=1
http://www.audioshark.org/attachment...id=16712&stc=1

http://www.audioshark.org/attachment...id=16713&stc=1
July 11, 2016, 05:29 PM
KeithR

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Hey- another Rollie guy here (and would never have guessed it as I've always hated the brand!). I *love* the OP39 and prefer it to the new Air King. Its the perfect blend of classic and modern - it doesn't look like a Rolex and therefore gets no attention. Its impeccably built and has the same movement as the higher end watches. And price-wise, its reasonable. You can also dress it up or down - I've worn it with a suit and with shorts.

Check out Felix's review here:

http://timeandtidewatches.com/in-dep...39-ref-114300/

You can't go wrong with a Datejust either for something a bit more dressy - I much prefer your first DJ to the roman numeralled/overstyled 3rd one. Good luck!
July 11, 2016, 06:18 PM
joeinid

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

I have a stainless with white face and love it. The blue face is awesome but I am not big on Roman numerals so I'd love the two tone first one. It's beautiful.
July 11, 2016, 09:56 PM
puroagave

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

ever consider their 'professional' watches? my pick is a SS Sub or GMT
July 11, 2016, 11:11 PM
Dpod4

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Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

I am in Maui this week and just bought my wife and I two datejust IIs for our 25th wedding anniversary - so my preference is the blue face II

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July 11, 2016, 11:56 PM
Mike

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

I've always been fond of this one:

https://www.bobswatches.com/images/z...c---111113.jpg
July 12, 2016, 05:14 AM
nc42acc

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Out of the three I would suggest the Datejust II.

http://i771.photobucket.com/albums/x...psqklga3xb.jpg
July 12, 2016, 07:33 AM
JGlacken

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

I have the one above that Mike shows. They are beautiful, too bad they keep poor time!
July 12, 2016, 09:48 AM
CPP

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

My 1963 model 5513 submariner is still ticking away.
July 12, 2016, 10:36 AM
Shadowfax

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

I am not a big fan of High End Watches, but if someone was going to give me one of the three you listed, I would pick #2 Air King because I like Real Numbers
July 12, 2016, 12:30 PM
puroagave

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Quote:

Originally Posted by JGlacken

I have the one above that Mike shows. They are beautiful, too bad they keep poor time!

Have you had it regulated recently? you don't have to suffer with a mechanical watch that's too slow/fast. all my automatics don't vary more then a few secs a day.
July 12, 2016, 12:33 PM
puroagave

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Quote:

Originally Posted by CPP

My 1963 model 5513 submariner is still ticking away.

that's a nice watch, they look cool on a NATO "Bond" strap.
July 12, 2016, 01:23 PM
nc42acc

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

My beat around Rolex.......

http://i771.photobucket.com/albums/x...psra4zu93r.jpg
July 12, 2016, 02:55 PM
mauidan

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dpod4

I am in Maui this week and just bought my wife and I two datejust IIs for our 25th wedding anniversary - so my preference is the blue face II

Happy Anniversary.

Mahalo for supporting our economy.
July 12, 2016, 03:49 PM
Loop4fun

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Number one with a white face. No roman numerals. Simple.
July 12, 2016, 10:25 PM
Dpod4

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Quote:

Originally Posted by mauidan

Happy Anniversary.

Mahalo for supporting our economy.

And then some. The shops at weilea should send us a gift basket. Bought my daughters and son a bunch of stuff from Gucci. I find the people who live in Maui to have a more positive and welcoming attitude than those stateside.
July 12, 2016, 11:05 PM
Alpinist

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Number one gets my vote. Classic design, sporty yet stylish. My friend has that exact Submariner, also a nice watch.

Ken
July 13, 2016, 05:20 AM
Ritmo

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

I like them in this order - 1, 3, 2. However, any of them would be a nice acquisition.

i have the GMT II - Stainless with black and red.
July 14, 2016, 06:06 AM
Elberoth

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

I'm a big fan of their tool watches (I have the 2016 GMT II) but of the 3 you posted, my preference would be nr 3 - it is the most elegant and universal at the same time.
July 18, 2016, 06:39 PM
Penthouse-D

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Hi, If resale is an issue, Stainless and gold hold up very poorly. I like the dark face Air King. A unique look. When I wear my Sub, I notice everyone on the planet has the same…
July 19, 2016, 05:00 PM
Mikado463

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ritmo

i have the GMT II - Stainless with black and red.

Mike, that would be the 'Coke' version, I have the 'Pepsi' version (blue and red)
July 20, 2016, 04:33 PM
volks

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Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Thanks so much for the advice and opinions allhttp://www.audioaficionado.org/images/smilies/smile.gif

I was able to try all 3 on my wrist and as cheesy as it sounds the one that "spoke to me the most" was the new 2016 Air King http://www.audioaficionado.org/images/smilies/smile.gif

I love the new fresh updated look!
http://www.audioshark.org/attachment...id=16783&stc=1
http://www.audioshark.org/attachment...id=16784&stc=1
http://www.audioshark.org/attachment...id=16785&stc=1
http://www.audioshark.org/attachment...id=16786&stc=1
July 20, 2016, 05:14 PM
La Dolce Vita

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

#1

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July 20, 2016, 05:27 PM
Audio 1

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Great choice and a mighty fine Rolex!
July 20, 2016, 07:25 PM
JGlacken

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Great job and looks very good on your wrist!
July 20, 2016, 08:47 PM
Mikado463

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

cheesy hell, I love it !!!
July 21, 2016, 01:41 AM
volks

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Thanks all:)
July 22, 2016, 08:04 PM
Penthouse-D

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Nicely done. Unique. Wear it in good health.
July 22, 2016, 11:49 PM
Dpod4

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Love the green second hand and Rolex logo.
July 24, 2016, 02:03 AM
Elberoth

Re: Help me Pick a new Rolex

Nice !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIMcmsyfKL8