I really enjoy giving my opinion on this great watch (the tone is set). Initially, I had registered on a wish list at an AD Rolex, only Rolex. By forcing a little and making a few regular phone calls to show my interest, it took me less than a year to get the famous call. In the end, I am not disappointed. The size is perfect if like me, you have a small wrist. We can criticize it or on the contrary love it, the Wimbledon dial is incredible and very bright. Finally, the simplicity of the oyster bracelet and the smooth bezel allow for a more discreet and less identifiable look.

What a pleasure to wear this Rolex... It's a Datejust, but which Datejust? It's a 4-digit reference #1603 with a stunning patina dial... and, above all, an Engine-Turned bezel that makes all the difference with a "classic" Datejust with a fluted bezel. When I bought it ten years ago, I was looking for a fluted DJ, but quite frankly, it was impossible to find one with a bezel in decent condition and not completely destroyed by polishing. Guess what? I realized that there were other, less sought-after, less mainstream opportunities with this very atypical bezel! In the end, and with the benefit of hindsight, it's easy to wonder why I chose it by default... The 10 years I've spent with it have convinced me of one thing: it was made for me. Admittedly, it doesn't have a quickset date, the strap is flimsy and it's quite scratched, but it's my watch and I loved it the way I bought it, and I still love what it's become!

I wanted a small watch with yellow gold because I love this material. I came across this model while doing a configuration on the Rolex website. So I visited my AD like many others who put me on the list. A week later I received a call to inform me that my watch was waiting for me at the store. I really love this watch that may seem Bling Bling and it is, but I like it like that. It's always a pleasure to wear it with my other pieces. I wear it in all circumstances, no matter what I'm wearing, because a watch is above all to be worn for oneself and not for others.

already owning several pro Rolexes, I wanted to acquire a dress Rolex and my choice quickly fell on the Datejust. I made the mistake of initially buying a 41 mm DJ with a white background and fluted bezel but I quickly found that it lacked elegance with its large 41 mm diameter and its oyster bracelet. I sold it and bought this superb 116234. I find it incredibly elegant and exceptionally comfortable with its jubilee bracelet. The silver sunray dial is sublime. The discreet marking of the indexes with Roman numerals also contributes to the classic/elegant side. Another advantage, I find it very versatile for a classic watch.

Rolex Datejust 36mm mint green dial ref. 126234 purchased new in October 2022 The disco ball: the affectionate nickname I give it. And at the same time, to my taste, the jubilee bracelet fluted bezel configuration is the most appropriate on this emblematic model of the brand with the crown. But the detail that pushed me to buy this watch is this new mint green dial. Magnificent, quite simply. It will change shade of green during the day depending on the light, from an English green to an emerald green. The jubilee bracelet is indeed ultra comfortable, without making the Oyster uncomfortable. The addition of the Oysterclasp on the new generations of Datejust (equipped with the 3235 movement) is certainly less discreet than the old one which was almost invisible. But this new clasp adds the easylink comfort extension, a folding link adding 5mm of length, very useful and practical in summer in particular. Finally, the fluted bezel. Well proportioned on the 36mm, neither too thin nor too thick. It offers magnificent reflections, and once again it blends very well with the jubilee bracelet. A small detail on my Datejust: the Rolex logo on the crown is perfectly straight and aligned when the latter is screwed all the way in. A stroke of luck, simple coincidence? I don't think so.

THE IDEAL WATCH FOR EVERY DAY The Datejust is equipped, depending on the version, with a Jubilee, Oyster or President bracelet. Fluid and comfortable, the Jubilee bracelet The timeless aesthetic of the Datejust makes it recognizable at first glance with its characteristic Oyster case shape, the 18 ct gold fluted bezel, and the Cyclops magnifying glass over the date.

Unable to obtain the new configuration of the Datejust that I wanted, I opted for this neo-vintage reference from my year of birth. It is clear that the watch has aged better than me! Indeed, it still looks great even if it had to be repolished. Even though it shows some signs of wear, in particular marks on the edges of the sapphire crystal, its timeless look and the additions of the 5-digit Datejust references (sapphire crystal precisely, but also the quick date function) make it a surprisingly viable watch for everyday use given its age. I particularly like this silver sunray dial, which often appears white in photos but which has an interesting depth in the light! I took the time to investigate an offer with a jubilee bracelet that is still robust and without too much stretch. It is extremely light and very comfortable. I will never tire of this watch, which also boasts of having introduced me to the world of Rolex!

A Gold-Steel configuration at Rolex is always a bit old-fashioned, decadent, even vulgar. And yet, that's precisely what makes this DateJust from 1983 so cool. It's hard to say that it's elegant and discreet, but its 36mm diameter, its plexiglass, and the 40 years it's been worn make it much easier to put on your wrist. Above all, how can you not drool over this black dial and its large applied indexes? An iconic jewel and flawless mechanics for an inimitable style. One last detail? the totally patinated "white" date window with its open 6 and 9.

Today I just bought this watch. I went to my AD to see if the Explorer 2 Polar for which I am on the waiting list would, by chance, have arrived. The watch still not being there, I asked the question to know which Rolex would be available immediately. I specified that I only wanted 41mm and especially not two-tone. The saleswoman tricked me by presenting me this model in 36mm and two-tone (the two conditions that I absolutely did not want) knowing that the effect of this model would not leave me indifferent. Bet won, I went home with this watch, which is the smallest in my collection, without thinking more than 5 minutes. I do not regret anything, on the contrary I am completely hypnotized by this palm dial

Wimbledon 2023: Rolex and Wimbledon 45 years of history Rolex is indispensable to sport, whether it is golf, sailing, horse riding or tennis; as a sponsor, partner. Rolex has been the official time transmitter of WIMBLEDON since 1978. The oldest Grand Slam in the world takes place in London for two weeks every summer and brings together the best players in the world on the famous green lawn. The Rolex "Wimbledon" There is of course a Rolex watch for this cooperation: the Rolex "Wimbledon". The Rolex Datejust II 116333 presented in 2009, holding its nickname for its special dial (colored in slate gray). The Roman numerals on it are black and surrounded by green - "wimbledongreen", which is at the same time reminiscent of Rolex and Wimbledon. At Baselworld 2016, a new version of Datejust appeared. The Ref. 126303 is also available with a Wimbledon dial. During the year, the Grand Slam tournament has already appeared on several social networks and not only because Roger Federer will defend his championship title. He even wore his Rolex “Wimbledon” at the award ceremony. The Rolesor model has a 41 mm case diameter and shines with its domed bezel. Its predecessor had a power reserve of 48 hours, which was extended to 70 hours with this new model. Equipped with a Rolex Manufacture movement caliber 3235, it is a faithful companion that combines traditional design with the latest technology – in the style of Rolex and Wimbledon. Historic watch 🤩