I wanted a Rolex yellow OP when it came out, waited for a year for it but then it got discontinued. I changed my ‘reservation’ to a DJ41 green mint. Waited 2 years for that and I guess the market cooled and I’m allowed to buy one. But should I? I really have a hard time struggling to know if I want the watch because I like it, or just because I’ve waited so long for it and it was a very wanted item during the pandemic. It might be a bit too big for me, but it’s a sturdy good watch, but it might be too flashy, but it’s a classic, but it’s a lot of money… Anyways I still have a few days to decide. Not sure if there’s a solution to make a choice I won’t feel icky about later on. “Should/shouldn’t have gotten it”.
Personally I’d rather take an Omega Seamaster AT or Grand Seiko Shunbun, plus a nice vacation with family, and still have money leftover lol.
Which is exactly what I did, twice.
If you love the watch, you love the watch. Maybe get a nice replica for about $400 so you can decide if you want to commit. Don’t just google it if you do this, there are dedicated communities to guide you.
Also the wildly colored dial trend is rapidly going out of fashion. But you can’t really go wrong with a fluted DJ.
Why not support a smaller/local/ up and coming business than a corporation that is making you wait to let you spend money with them by using that waitlist/artificial scarcity tactic?
I used to browse the watchescirclejerk sub on Reddit & they definitely helped convince me to never purchase a luxury piece of jewelry that uses outdated technology. There are so many other things you can do with that $$$ instead 🤷🏼♀️
To each their own, for sure, but if I EVER had to wait 2 years to be ALLOWED to purchase something from a corporation, I’d definitely have to sit down and reevaluate a few things.
It also sounds like you’re unsure so maybe take that as a sign. Too big, but sturdy. Too flashy, but classic. 🚩
purchase a luxury piece of jewelry that uses outdated technology
Explain. Mechanical technology is absolutely not “out-dated” compared to electronic tech anymore then a sail boat is “outdated” compared to a powerboat. If you mean that Rolex is using cheaper/worse techniques for their watch compared to some other brand then I’m ready to listen.
If you mean to compare a mechanical time piece to an Apple Watch, then you are kind of missing the point.
I get that the whole Rolex thing is exactly that: a whole thing. Most of it is just the way of money, people, … etc. But I figure it’s what it is. For a simple worker like me that’s the Rolex experience. If I was a famous soccer player I’m sure it will be a whole other experience. I’ve had pleasant contacts, but also a whole bunch of bad experiences with Rolex A.D’s. But for me the biggest selling point of Rolex (the watch) over a nice microbrand is that I’m buying it for me and my offspring. And because of the volumes and the track record I’m pretty sure my kid in the future will (almost) always be able to fix it or sell it for a decent price when they dislike watches. At least that’s what I hope. There’s better watches with better tech etc. but the slow moving pace of Rolex is also what guarantees the longevity of it. For me the bigger price is good because it forces me to not buy a shitload of watches. Like I can’t just buy what I like, I have to reallllly think about it. I feel like I’m already not wearing the watches I own enough. (another reason not to buy lol) And the DJ41 is a nostalgic thing for me. If I think of Rolex that’s the watch I remember from when I was ‘little’. But you’re right. I am unsure but that’s my baseline. Going next days to see a TT DJ36 brown and then the DJ41 and then I’ll have to make a decision. Fucking watches he.
If you think it’s too big for you, then you probably won’t wear it. Try to think about what excites you about that watch, what outfit would you wear it with? To what event? If the most exciting thing about the watch is the fact that it’s finally here, then maybe you’d get more enjoyment from buying something that holds value to you in the moment.
You could always get a cheap beater of a similar size to see if you like the fit
Perfect size for me is 38-39 (i.e. Tudor BB58). That said if I wear smaller for a while, I’m used to that, but wearing bigger a while and I’m accustomed to that. 47mm lug to lug is my maximum, so in that case it works. I have a few watches so this should be a perfect one to justify it’s purchase. But a perfect watch doesn’t exist. I know there’s not really an answer to my question, but I’m glad with your response. I have a bad time choosing anything let alone this purchase.
Decide a grid with pros and cons and attribute a +/- score to each (don’t overthink, just your first gut guesstimate), then do the maths
I’d be mad like hell if I’d lose it, for a lifetime, but I’ll live. I hate notifications of my phone so no smartwatch please. I can’t return it but might be able to sell without loss. I think I want it but have trouble picking cornflakes, choices are hard for me. I can get it secondhand but it’s gonna cost more secondhand. 😁 Loved the questionnaire. 🙏🏻
