Big career milestone. Buying first Rolex. Have two other watches both 40mm, but were gifts.

My wrist size is 6.5 inches

Unfortunately the AD only had the black/oyster explorer in 40mm, but got to try the two tone gold/silver explorer in 36mm for size comparison.

I personally liked the 40mm slightly more (maybe because I’m used to size), but on reading this sub overwhelming support is for 36mm. So wanted some advice here before buying. Will get black/oyster, so classic.

Question:
1) 40mm vs 36mm sizing?
2) Explorer vs Datejust vs Oyster Perpetual as first Rolex and something I can wear everyday for next 30 years as my daily? (I’m 35M, corporate, business casual, linens, and casual t/shirts+linen shorts in summer). I love the uniqueness of the Explorer, but feel it’s maybe too understated/plain?

Are there any good quality aftermarket jubilee bracelets that fit the 16234 Datejust?

Hi all,

What is a realistic time frame to get this in 28 or 31mm in Australia? I live in a city without an AD.

Can anyone recommend grey dealer in Brisbane or Sydney that may have ladies size datejust with simple batton dial

Please don't tell me about your American ad that gave you one in 5 mins because this is not that.

I absolutely love it. So happy . I’m on the list for a batgirl next. Always loved Omega and was put off by the AD experience but now I’ve got one I can see why there’s such a love for these.

I didn’t think I’d like this watch, but the way it looks in person is mesmerizing..

I’m in two minds and looking for some inspiration.

I literally live in my blue Yachmaster and am debating a second watch. Daytona is the clear preference and I’ve been seriously considering buying grey but my AD has called and asked if I want the Root Beer which they have in stock.

I do like the watch. I think it may be a bit too ‘fancy’ for a daily and it would be worn way less than my YM but I’m trying to decide whether I should buy grey Daytona or retail Root Beer with a plan to obtain Daytona later.

Different watches and and personal preference, I understand (so opinions will vary) and I’m actually leaning towards buying this RB and then trading up to Daytona after I’ve enjoyed this for a few years although cannot decide if that’s a daft idea or not.

Thoughts on the RB from AD or buying a grey Daytona?

Finally treating myself to this Rolex after beating cancer!

After putting my name down at the local AD in Feb 2025 for a DJ36 two tone white dial, I surprisingly received a call in Oct 2025 advising me they had it in store for me. That weekend picking up the DJ36 for my wife, I put my name down for a DD white gold white dial for me.

Low and behold after one year, last weekend I received a call notifying me that it was ready for me in store if I was still interested. Needless to say, I picked her up this week! What a beauty she is!

I put my name down for a no date sub to replace my Speedy as a daily. Let's see how long that one takes...

Where do you guys usually store your watches? Winder or regular case? If so, any recco for a winder or regular with 8-10 slots. Thanks in advance.

We are seeking help locating a Rolex Datejust 41 that was stolen from a locked locker at Life Time gym in Irvine, California, on Saturday, October 10, 2026.

This watch holds significant sentimental value to our family, and we would be extremely grateful for any information that might help us recover it.

WATCH DETAILS

Brand: Rolex
Model: Datejust 41
Reference number: 126334
Case size: 41 mm
Material: Oystersteel and white gold (White Rolesor)
Bezel: Fluted white gold
Dial: Bright blue
Bracelet: Oystersteel Oyster bracelet
Serial number: 37NP2284

Location stolen: Life Time gym, Irvine, California
Date stolen: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Police report: Filed with law enforcement.

Photographs of the actual watch are included to help identify it.

If you see this watch listed for sale, encounter it at a watch dealer or reseller, or have any information that could help us locate it, please send me a private message.

We would appreciate you sharing this alert with Rolex collectors, watch enthusiasts, dealers, and anyone who might be able to help.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and for any assistance you can provide.

Give this some love, it shouldn’t have been discontinued but it was and if you got one around show some love!

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Give the Batman & Grandson some love

So I have been looking to FB reels and there are so many videos of random vendors in Uk and the USA selling 2026 models of hard to get Rolex’s. How do they get so many of them? What is there connection to be able to have a decent amount of inventory. Surely there can’t be that many people getting the call for a new a Rolex and immediately selling them for a small profit and the. The new vendor sells it for a slightly higher markup. The numbers don’t make sense to me. Furthermore if there are a limited alliums being sold and people get the call, then again how does a random vendor accumulate so much inventory of new Rolex’s.

The “G” in the GMT is slimmer, is this normal or factory defect. For reference,i have provided a few pictures for comparison:
Pic 1 : Green Arrow 2011
Pic 2 : Green Arrow 2016
Pic 3 : Bruce Wayne 2024

Also,for the 2011 Green arrow,there is no AR coating to be soon on the cyclops as compared to the 2016. Is that normal or AR coating worn out.

Guys I have an offer for a my sub date at 13k and trade it for an unworn Yacht Master Titanium for 23.5. If they can come down $500 on it or up 500 on the sub, is that a good deal? Need expert opinion. Sub date is worth 15k but Yacht is usually 26k.

Can you tell me about the AD experienced at either/both of these locations? I’m registered for a very popular DJ41 config (fluted bezel, mint green dial, jubilee) as well as a Batman.

Not looking for criticism for going the AD route please. I know the demand for these references means a longer wait, just hoping for some data. Thanks in advance.

I’m looking to purchase a Rolex Datejust 36 with the Wimbledon dial, Jubilee bracelet, and factory diamond bezel from an authorized dealer in Minnesota.

Has anyone recently purchased or been offered this configuration? Curious what wait times are looking like in 2026.

This is my first Rolex and I absolutely love it!

Took about 3 months to get it at the AD (very fortunate + best sales associate).

If you know where this was taken then you now know where the best Rolex AD in the US is lol.

So, I recently got a Bluesy but I’m thinking of picking one of these up soon. I’m not sure which I want yet. Which would you choose?