chrgod Posted September 25, 2009 Report Posted September 25, 2009 This nice 1987 Rolex DateJust will hopefully join me in a few days. The seller just confirmed that he got the payment. Honest seller, I have dealt with him before. http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=4688019&rid=0 The DateJust might not be "up there" with the cool tool watches; Submariner, GMT-Master, Explorer and Daytonas. Still, I think they are versatile true quality watches that might be good buys on the second hand marked. This watch comes with the original chronometer certificate and have a nice tapestry dial and coin edge bezel. A bit flashy, without any "tacky" gold. I quite like it. The ad had been out for some days, and the price dropped, until I had to jump on it. It is actually acrylic crystal on this one. the DateJust got sapphire crystal around 1988. But, it adds to a little vintage feel. Nice clean 3035 quickset movement. An interesting note is that the band is made in Mexico, under license from Rolex. I assume this was made to avoid taxes. I know Omega did this, but I was a bit surprised that a high-end brand that Rolex would have a band stamped with "Joske's"..! This is my forth gen Rolex, after a Speedking and two 6694 Oysterdates. It is about double the price of the OysterDate. I am working my way up the ladder! I have not bought a replica for some time. At the moment I am more tempted with gens. I always like to trade, and the domestic market for replicas in Norway is limited. Anyway, I think I will enjoy keeping this watch for myself. So, what do you think about the DateJusts, and this watch? There is not much reviews of the DateJusts. Perhaps because of all the variations and the lack of dedicated fans. I was actually considering to either get this or a vintage Omega Speedmaster Professional.. The dealbreaker was that the Lemania 861 movement can be bought in a vintage 400USD Tissot chrono, while this is a true in-house, chronometer certified Rolex movement. Still, I sure will get a true Moonwatch some day!
freddy333 Posted September 25, 2009 Report Posted September 25, 2009 Congratulations. I am not too sure about the sapphire crystal, but, otherwise, it looks like quite a find. Having a bunch of DJs myself, I think they are some of the best buys in vintage Rolex today. At some point, the rest of the world will figure that out & they will take off just like Subs & GMTs. The 'Joske's' engraving was probably added by the original retailer/seller, but Rolex did license the manufacture of a limited number of their bracelets to Mexico for some markets (mainly S. American).
TeeJay Posted September 25, 2009 Report Posted September 25, 2009 That's a fantastic watch, I love the tuxedo dial An awesome purchase, I hope you'll enjoy wearing it
camiel Posted September 25, 2009 Report Posted September 25, 2009 Gorgeous dial. DJs are seriously underapreciated! Congratulations
chrgod Posted September 25, 2009 Author Report Posted September 25, 2009 Thanks for the comments! I am a bit thilled about this one. The feeling reminds me of waiting for the arrival of my first expensive 7750 powered replicas... several years ago. You US guys have quite an advantage when it comes to purchase on the second hands marked. The watch was initially sold in Florida, according to the paperwork. I guess Rolex manufactured at least some of the bands for the US market in Mexico as well. I wonder..is "tuxedo dial" the same as "tapestry dial"?
CharlieUK Posted September 25, 2009 Report Posted September 25, 2009 Wow, beautiful dial! Great taste and a nice find! Give it a nice polish and you are set!
freddy333 Posted September 25, 2009 Report Posted September 25, 2009 I guess Rolex manufactured at least some of the bands for the US market in Mexico as well. I wonder..is "tuxedo dial" the same as "tapestry dial"? Yes & yes. The tuxedo, as the name implies, makes for a more formal-looking watch. Not that you cannot still wear them with jeans, but they are definitely more refined than the standard DJ dial. Not to hijack your thread, but I have an '80s (gen) gold version for sale - I generally do not wear gold/tt watches (PM me if anyone is interested)
P4GTR Posted September 26, 2009 Report Posted September 26, 2009 congrats! I like the combination, wear it well
Stephane Posted September 26, 2009 Report Posted September 26, 2009 Congrats man! I recently discover the DateJust and got one myself. It's a great watch and surprisingly not that small on the wrist. I like yours a lot: great dial. Good choice in my opinion. Enjoiy it! All the best Stephane
flex Posted September 26, 2009 Report Posted September 26, 2009 Very beautiful.. It is the right time to buy gen.. just this year I have bought three. Last week I have bought a bubbleback and expect to receive it next week. can't wait!
Brightight Posted September 26, 2009 Report Posted September 26, 2009 I love the DJs. My personal favourite feature is the white gold fluted bezel, I got one for my first DJ Franken and it looks sooooo good I'm thinking of getting another for the second Franken. Congratulations on the purchase, that dial is stunning!
freddy333 Posted September 26, 2009 Report Posted September 26, 2009 Last week I have bought a bubbleback and expect to receive it next week. can't wait! Congratulations, flex. I am very happy for you & expect we will be seeing lots of new pics next week.
Member X Posted September 26, 2009 Report Posted September 26, 2009 Lovely choice One of these is on my list, hopefully as a self build franken. I'm gutted though - I missed out on a silver linen dial on ebay for about
freddy333 Posted September 26, 2009 Report Posted September 26, 2009 I'm gutted though - I missed out on a silver linen dial on ebay for about £15 and I've not seen another since Nice choice. Here is another 1 for you to fixate on until you locate the object of your desires
Brightight Posted September 26, 2009 Report Posted September 26, 2009 I love those linen dials, pure class! Couldn't find one for a decent price so I've gone for a silver one in the meantime. That's got to be the ultimate DJ for me Freddy, linen dial and white gold fluted bezel. I'm drooling.........
freddy333 Posted September 27, 2009 Report Posted September 27, 2009 I love those linen dials, pure class! I agree
LIBBY! Posted September 28, 2009 Report Posted September 28, 2009 Nice snag, I saw that auction, I'm thinking about an old Rolex too. Always wanted a nice 1601, I may go for an old 6694 though, good value watch...
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