Buying a new Rolex, advice needed…

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Try them on, you’ll know!
I’d choose the one that’s most different from your current one.
The plain one with the jubilee band is the most different one. I think that’s why I’m so drawn to it! I tried on the 28mm in a similar configuration and I loved it but the size not so much. I think I’m going to place an order.
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By matching I just mean maybe the same band, dial color etc. they don’t have to be the exact same watch.

Everyone is different, while your DH may prefer steel, my husband is all about the bling. He has a 12 carat wedding band, large diamond studs, a huge diamond bezel watch that’s around 10 carats, and a 4 carat diamond cross. I’m the one that’s a bit more plain, he had to talk me into a 2.16 solitaire and he happily would’ve gone larger. He is constantly trying to make me match his level but I am a simple girl.

Sounds amazing! Would love to see a pic! If that’s the case, perhaps you need the Diamond one to coordinate :biggrin:

My DH loves his steel Rolex for its durability, but prefers WG patina and strong graphic design for other watches generally (his favorite everyday watch brand is a tie btwn ALange Zeitwork and Odysseus).
 
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Having a similar dilemma, but can't decide between all same specs (31mm, jubilee band, fluted bezel): which color dial, diamonds markers vs. romans and ss vs. 2 tone rose gold. Can't find most of the configurations at AD to try on and look at in person. I don't want to order a watch I haven't seen irl.. such a dilemma.. here are the contenders, in case anyone would like to chime in!



ETA:. a few of the specs/combos I previously wanted seem to have been discontinued Does anyone know if they were only discontinued recently (perhaps this past year), would there still be inventory? Thanks so much.

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My advice: the Rolex chooses the wrist. I was certain that I wanted one type and I ended up w different band, size, dial, color, numerals--everything. Try a bunch on. You'll see!
Hi! Unfortunately, there is 0 stock in my area. I couldn’t really try but two on. I bought one from an ad, but I'm hoping to get another in Vegas.
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Having a similar dilemma, but can't decide between all same specs (31mm, jubilee band, fluted bezel): which color dial, diamonds markers vs. romans and ss vs. 2 tone rose gold. Can't find most of the configurations at AD to try on and look at in person. I don't want to order a watch I haven't seen irl.. such a dilemma.. here are the contenders, in case anyone would like to chime in!
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In order to get the most replies, you should start a new thread. This one may not get much traffic because many know from the Rolex thread that I already got my watch.
 
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Thanks, and congratulations! What did you get?
Thank you! It is in the picture above. My advice to you would be to get something you can see yourself wearing in 10 years. I love the rose gold model I tried on but I think I would tire of it as I wear wg/ platinum 98% of the time. I also didn’t like the dark faces on my wrist and I found it quite difficult to read the Roman numerals.
 
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The plain one with the jubilee band is the most different one. I think that’s why I’m so drawn to it! I tried on the 28mm in a similar configuration and I loved it but the size not so much. I think I’m going to place an order.
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I really like the jubilee bracelet simple because it doesn’t show the scratches allot. I have the 36mm and have it it for years it has age so beautifully, plus I would go with diamonds just because I love sparkles. But you have to pick what makes you happy.
 
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I really like the jubilee bracelet simple because it doesn’t show the scratches allot. I have the 36mm and have it it for years it has age so beautifully, plus I would go with diamonds just because I love sparkles. But you have to pick what makes you happy.
This is what they were telling me at Rolex. I think it persuaded me, plus I wanted something that was classic and timeless hence fluted bezel. The ad talked me into baton markers as I initially wanted Roman numerals. I must admit I absolutely love the fact that it glows in the dark!
 
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This is what they were telling me at Rolex. I think it persuaded me, plus I wanted something that was classic and timeless hence fluted bezel. The ad talked me into baton markers as I initially wanted Roman numerals. I must admit I absolutely love the fact that it glows in the dark!
O cant wait to see what you pick. Either way it will be amazing. I am also thinking of getting my husband one this year he would be for the simplest and most plain, just very simple person, Enjoy your shopping.
 
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