#JOTW Show me your Luxury Watches!

[cm_ls1]

I’ve been wearing this Pam 1389 titanio on the Velcro strap, surprisingly comfortable

 

[MillieLou]

So I decided life was too short to compromise and decided to go for the watch I truly wanted, rather than the cheaper (still expensive) model I tried to convince myself would satisfy me. @Snowdrop13 maybe this will enable you to get yours!! I am absolutely in love and can see this being my forever watch.

Two tone YG / steel 31mm Rolex Datejust with fluted bezel, jubilee bracelet and white dial with Roman numerals. Brand new from the Authorized Dealer today after a surprisingly short wait (it was ordered - the last order the AD could place this year, so I lucked out!)

 

[canuk-gal]

So I decided life was too short to compromise and decided to go for the watch I truly wanted, rather than the cheaper (still expensive) model I tried to convince myself would satisfy me. @Snowdrop13 maybe this will enable you to get yours!! I am absolutely in love and can see this being my forever watch.

Two tone YG / steel 31mm Rolex Datejust with fluted bezel, jubilee bracelet and white dial with Roman numerals. Brand new from the Authorized Dealer today after a surprisingly short wait (it was ordered - the last order the AD could place this year, so I lucked out!)

Gorgeous!!! You work very hard--should have what you want. Congrats!!!

 

[LLJsmom]

So I decided life was too short to compromise and decided to go for the watch I truly wanted, rather than the cheaper (still expensive) model I tried to convince myself would satisfy me. @Snowdrop13 maybe this will enable you to get yours!! I am absolutely in love and can see this being my forever watch.

Two tone YG / steel 31mm Rolex Datejust with fluted bezel, jubilee bracelet and white dial with Roman numerals. Brand new from the Authorized Dealer today after a surprisingly short wait (it was ordered - the last order the AD could place this year, so I lucked out!)

Congratulations on going for what you love! It looks fabulous on you.

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

So I decided life was too short to compromise and decided to go for the watch I truly wanted, rather than the cheaper (still expensive) model I tried to convince myself would satisfy me. @Snowdrop13 maybe this will enable you to get yours!! I am absolutely in love and can see this being my forever watch.

Two tone YG / steel 31mm Rolex Datejust with fluted bezel, jubilee bracelet and white dial with Roman numerals. Brand new from the Authorized Dealer today after a surprisingly short wait (it was ordered - the last order the AD could place this year, so I lucked out!)

Congrats on such a gorgeous watch! This combo of the white roman dial and the two tone Jubilee band is truly one of my favorites. It's so classic and I love the 31mm on your wrist. Just the perfect size. Enjoy every moment wearing it!

 

[LLJsmom]

So I had a DJ 31 with batons in steel on my list. It was pretty much my last must have Rolex. Then I randomly showed up at my AD and found this preloved beauty. Originally purchased earlier this year. And already up for sale. This 36 DJ domed bezel jubilee bracelet with batons, and it was below retail. Looks gorgeous and clean and goes with all my jewelry. Not at all too big. Couldn’t believe I got so lucky.

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

So I had a DJ 31 with batons in steel on my list. It was pretty much my last must have Rolex. Then I randomly showed up at my AD and found this preloved beauty. Originally purchased earlier this year. And already up for sale. This 36 DJ domed bezel jubilee bracelet with batons, and it was below retail. Looks gorgeous and clean and goes with all my jewelry. Not at all too big. Couldn’t believe I got so lucky.

Oh my goodness! Another watch that is one of my favorite combos! I love the 36mm on your wrist and the white stick markers just look perfect on the silver dial.
It's a Rolex-fest today.. all beauties!!!
Are the markers "lumes?" Do they glow in the dark?

 

[LLJsmom]

Oh my goodness! Another watch that is one of my favorite combos! I love the 36mm on your wrist and the white stick markers just look perfect on the silver dial.
It's a Rolex-fest today.. all beauties!!!
Are the markers "lumes?" Do they glow in the dark?

Thank you Rubies! Yes absolutely LUME. That was my absolute must have. I wear my watch to sleep and I am always checking the time. My current Rolex has Roman numerals and it was bugging the crap out of me that I could not see the time and had to keep reaching for my phone. The glowing batons are exactly what I need.

 

[MillieLou]

@LLJsmom it looks absolutely stunning on you! I love it!! The jubilee bracelet is so comfortable isn't it?

Thanks everyone for the lovely comments too! It's nice to have a place to share things like this without guilt or worrying about showing off, because hey, that's the whole point of the SMTB board

 

[Pomelo]

@MillieLou and @LLJsmom the Rolexes look amazing on your wrists! Can I ask what wrist size you have for perspective? These both look proportionately oversized on your wrists <3

 

[MillieLou]

Thank you! My wrist is a little over 5 inches - say 5 1/4 ? It's definitely small but I think a little bigger than LLJsmom.

 

[LLJsmom]

Thank you! My wrist is a little over 5 inches - say 5 1/4 ? It's definitely small but I think a little bigger than LLJsmom.

Yes that’s correct MillieLou. Yes the jubilee is the most comfy. I really thought I would never wear a 36. But the shape of this is perfect. Here is a pic of it next to my DH’s 36 OP, which looks much bigger than my 36. There are slight differences in the lugs and how curved and long they are. Because I tried his and I thought it was way too big I thought they would all be too big. I was wrong. I think there are slight differences every year.

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Yes that’s correct MillieLou. I really thought I would never wear a 36. But the shape of this is perfect. Here is a pic of it next to my DH’s 36 OP, which looks much bigger than my 36. There are slight differences in the lugs and how curved and long they are.

Wow.. that is fascinating! I can't believe they both are 36mm. I would have sworn that your DH's watch was a 41. It's such an optical illusion that it looks so much larger than your 36.

 

[LLJsmom]

Wow.. that is fascinating! I can't believe they both are 36mm. I would have sworn that your DH's watch was a 41. It's such an optical illusion that it looks so much larger than your 36.

I know right?? The lugs on my watch are more tapered and shorter by a little bit. But it makes a big difference in the look. My DH’s OP is from 5-6 years ago.

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

It's like that old trick from when we were kids that there was one square with a picture frame around it and one without and the one with the frame looks so much bigger.
I have two 36s (one stainless and one rose gold) and I love the size!
Next one I get I think will be a 31 though. I am hankering for a yellow gold one and while I love the 36mm size in gold it's a bit heavy. Maybe 31 is the best size in that particular watch for me.

 

[LLJsmom]

It's like that old trick from when we were kids that there was one square with a picture frame around it and one without and the one with the frame looks so much bigger.
I have two 36s (one stainless and one rose gold) and I love the size!
Next one I get I think will be a 31 though. I am hankering for a yellow gold one and while I love the 36mm size in gold it's a bit heavy. Maybe 31 is the best size in that particular watch for me.

Yes I think a solid gold would be perfect in a 31. It will be heavier and look like a bracelet. What are you thinking about?

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

I like the thought that it would look like a bracelet! Thanks for the vision of that.
I think I would order the 31mm in yellow gold with a MOP dial and diamond markers.
If price were no object I would add a diamond bezel but I think that it's overpriced for what it is. The fluted bezel is very pretty and shiny so it would do just fine.


The 36mm ones I currently have are the rose gold Day Date with a MOP dial and diamond markers and a stainless Datejust with the Jubilee dial and diamond markers.
I have 4 other smaller ones (one 31 and three 26's) and thankfully 3 truly delightful daughters who are currently wearing them and enjoying them.

 

[LLJsmom]

I like the thought that it would look like a bracelet! Thanks for the vision of that.
I think I would order the 31mm in yellow gold with a MOP dial and diamond markers.
If price were no object I would add a diamond bezel but I think that it's overpriced for what it is. The fluted bezel is very pretty and shiny so it would do just fine.


The 36mm ones I currently have are the rose gold Day Date with a MOP dial and diamond markers and a stainless Datejust with the Jubilee dial and diamond markers.
I have 4 other smaller ones (one 31 and three 26's) and thankfully 3 truly delightful daughters who are currently wearing them and enjoying them.

You have such beautiful watches. A gold 31 would make a gorgeous addition. I definitely love it with the fluted bezel. The diamond bezel would detract from the classic DJ, in my opinion. And the MOP is stunning. Can’t wait till you receive it.

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

You have such beautiful watches. A gold 31 would make a gorgeous addition. I definitely love it with the fluted bezel. The diamond bezel would detract from the classic DJ, in my opinion. And the MOP is stunning. Can’t wait till you receive it.

Oh thanks so much LLJsmom! I agree with you about the diamond bezel.. it's nice to have but doesn't add that much flash for that much cash.
I haven't ordered the watch yet.. just trying to space out new things to enjoy them to the fullest. Maybe in the next few months though..

 

[LLJsmom]

Oh thanks so much LLJsmom! I agree with you about the diamond bezel.. it's nice to have but doesn't add that much flash for that much cash.
I haven't ordered the watch yet.. just trying to space out new things to enjoy them to the fullest. Maybe in the next few months though..

Btw, your Day Date is so gorgeous. I love being able to look and see exactly what day it is. I would love to have one…someday…. Ok now you have me on the website dream configuring. A everose would be beautiful too. Oh dear…

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Btw, your Day Date is so gorgeous. I love being able to look and see exactly what day it is. I would love to have one…someday…. Ok now you have me on the website dream configuring. A everose would be beautiful too. Oh dear…

Thanks again! Yes.. it's definitely fun to have the day of the week but it's another step in setting the time and the date. Most times now if we go away on vacation in a different time zone I don't bother to change the time or day. Too complicated.

 

[LLJsmom]

Thanks again! Yes.. it's definitely fun to have the day of the week but it's another step in setting the time and the date. Most times now if we go away on vacation in a different time zone I don't bother to change the time or day. Too complicated.

Good point. Thanks for the practical advice. Definitely Food for thought.

 

[Tonks]

Let me say up front that I don’t own either of these.

Stopped in my AD yesterday and got to try some fabulous pieces.

First, a Bluesy Sub.



Next, a true unicorn. A pave Day Date with multicolor sapphire markers. Um. Y’all. Rock star piece.

 

[Pomelo]

Let me say up front that I don’t own either of these.

Stopped in my AD yesterday and got to try some fabulous pieces.

First, a Bluesy Sub.



Next, a true unicorn. A pave Day Date with multicolor sapphire markers. Um. Y’all. Rock star piece.

I'm not normally the biggest fan of coloured stones but that rainbow set of sapphire markers is a wonderful, whimsical detail!

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Hi Tonks!
I knew that you would include at least one sport model in your photo session and I know that's just your thing!
Oh and that "unicorn" is just SO GORGEOUS!!! I have seen it in person in yellow and white gold.. I actually think I preferred it the white.
The multicolored gemstone markers are truly the icing on the fabulous cake.

 

[Tonks]

Hi Tonks!
I knew that you would include at least one sport model in your photo session and I know that's just your thing!
Oh and that "unicorn" is just SO GORGEOUS!!! I have seen it in person in yellow and white gold.. I actually think I preferred it the white.
The multicolored gemstone markers are truly the icing on the fabulous cake.

It is definitely my thing! You know me well! And I was actually at my AD to buy an intro watch for my teen daughter. Y’all will be shocked to know she picked out a dive watch. (I was thrilled). It’s not a luxury watch (not sure how we are defining those, but I probably wouldn’t define it that way), but it is a fantastic entry level automatic. I’m so excited for her. And also psyched that she chose a sports watch.

The multicolored gemstone markers are really amazing. I imagine it would be even better in white gold! It‘s so fun to see these pieces in person.

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Y’all will be shocked to know she picked out a dive watch. (I was thrilled). It’s not a luxury watch (not sure how we are defining those, but I probably wouldn’t define it that way), but it is a fantastic entry level automatic. I’m so excited for her. And also psyched that she chose a sports watch.

Like mother like daughter.

 

[cushioncutnut]

I like the thought that it would look like a bracelet! Thanks for the vision of that.
I think I would order the 31mm in yellow gold with a MOP dial and diamond markers.
If price were no object I would add a diamond bezel but I think that it's overpriced for what it is. The fluted bezel is very pretty and shiny so it would do just fine.


The 36mm ones I currently have are the rose gold Day Date with a MOP dial and diamond markers and a stainless Datejust with the Jubilee dial and diamond markers.
I have 4 other smaller ones (one 31 and three 26's) and thankfully 3 truly delightful daughters who are currently wearing them and enjoying them.

Gorgeous! They look great on you! All of these new watch additions are gorgeous too!

 

[Rubies-R-Me]

Thanks so much cusioncutnut! I appreciate the compliments.
And yes.. so fun to see all the "new crop" of lovely new watches.

 

[cushioncutnut]

Wellllll.....I did a thing! I blame you all! Lol! It is not a Rolex but I am fine with that. Gucci, MOP dial, bezel set diamonds, and 40mm round! Got at my favorite place. Jewelers Exchange in Boca Raton!! Had to have it!