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ARF 126334 DateJust 41, Best in the market
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Rollie_69
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Thanks man, I didn’t know about the ARF DJ41 until after I purchased the Gen. I could’ve saved 9k , lol.
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Exactly really your example looks amazing,because first batches have little rounded lugs but this latest batches have very sharp genlike lugs,including changing DW and crystal and watch is genlike
Works on an oyster submariner, can't see why it wouldn't work on the oyster DJ. Sure its a bit thicker, but reality is noone see's the bottom of your wrist imo and the glide-lock is just one of those things, once you've had it, you cant go back.
Plus the DJ41 is actually bigger than the Sub... and same weight ontop, I can't see it not working tbh.
I've always added glide-locks to GMT's too, glide-lock life babyyyyyyy
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Oh. No... It works. I wasn't saying it doesn't work. Just saying it throws off the feel a little. In my opinion. For me, one of the things I like about the dj is thay it's sleek and the dive clasp makes it a little. More hefty. But if that's a feel you like then you're a setm especially if you know what you're getting into and already swapping it out. I do the same on gmt's. But for some reason (again, personally) I just didn't like it on the DJ.
Here's my LN on a Glide lock.
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Base is ARF (v2 I guess). Gen Dial, Hands, crystal, crown/Tube, 3235 DW and I put a gen ETA in it as well.
srhoque
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Switched to oyster a bit,feels so solid and strong compared to jubilee
The Oyster is my go to, but for some reason I feel the jubilee goes better on the Fluted DJ41. I liked your jubilee pics better
Talking about bracelet, Rolex bracelets feels so boring and cheap after I saw a gen AP Royal Oak and a VC overseas bracelet last year.
The Oyster is my go to, but for some reason I feel the jubilee goes better on the Fluted DJ41. I liked your jubilee pics better
Talking about bracelet, Rolex bracelets feels so boring and cheap after I saw a gen AP Royal Oak and a VC overseas bracelet last year.
I agree. Oyster is a great and a bit more understated bracelet than jubilee and I love it on the professional watches like subs. But the fluted bezel on DJ is a perfect match with the jubilee imo. However it's always nice to switch bracelet when you get bored
Hi guys.
I'm new here and i was looking to buy a datejust rep. I've seen so many photos and read so many post and i think i've decided to buy the ARF Datejust 41mm SS with black dial and jubilee bracelet (this one: https://www.intime05.co/rollie/6766...eel-black-dial-on-jubilee-bracelet-a2824.html ). Anyone can tell me something more about the DW on this version? and in case i decide to change it with a gen one, is possible to do "at home" or i have to ask some watchmaker? and what can be the price for that?
thank you very much in advance.
I'm new here and i was looking to buy a datejust rep. I've seen so many photos and read so many post and i think i've decided to buy the ARF Datejust 41mm SS with black dial and jubilee bracelet (this one: https://www.intime05.co/rollie/6766...eel-black-dial-on-jubilee-bracelet-a2824.html ). Anyone can tell me something more about the DW on this version? and in case i decide to change it with a gen one, is possible to do "at home" or i have to ask some watchmaker? and what can be the price for that?
thank you very much in advance.
Sounds like a good choice with the watch. No, you do not change a DW as easy as you change your underwear so leave it to the professionals. This thread states some modders and info that will answer your questions, please read!
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The ARF datewheel is bad but to be honest, if you’re not usually compulsively annoyed by the details, for most NIWS the stock datewheeel is fine. After staring at pics here, it’s tough to believe but the date is only like 1mm or 2mm at the most. That is if you look at the ARF and the BP versions and you can’t tell the difference between the two factories watches then the datewheel is something that really might not even bother you once you have it 8n hand.
If you do decide to change it, it’s simple enough. And you can upgrade in increments too. Which is nice to build a several thousand dollar watch but only do it a few hundred at a time.
anyway, expect to pay $150 for a new datewheel and $50 for installation. While you’re at it, it’s nice to have it waterproofed too which should be about another $50.
Just ordered this yesterday
https://puretimewatch.io/datejust-4...teel-gray-dial-on-jubilee-bracelet-a2824.html
Now puretime just relased this
https://puretimewatch.io/new-dateju...teel-gray-dial-on-jubilee-bracelet-a2824.html (added on 30/04/2020)
it looks like the same to me. Any thoughts?
https://puretimewatch.io/datejust-4...teel-gray-dial-on-jubilee-bracelet-a2824.html
Now puretime just relased this
https://puretimewatch.io/new-dateju...teel-gray-dial-on-jubilee-bracelet-a2824.html (added on 30/04/2020)
it looks like the same to me. Any thoughts?
srhoque
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Go with what you ordered, but I am pretty sure you will get the newer model (unless there is old inventory) The only change in new (v3) version is coronet at 6. The SELs are better in the older version.
How is the stock movement in this ARF model, the A2824? Anyone who can share any thoughts about it from experience? For example is the movement noisy and a "give away" when you take it off wrist? I am asking because i owned a Tudor BB S&G with A2824 movement and the movement had an issue after a couple of months with time setting.
Along with changing the date wheel is it also recommended to swap the movement? If so, any advice as to which type of movement?
Along with changing the date wheel is it also recommended to swap the movement? If so, any advice as to which type of movement?
It's fine, will you get an issue? Who knows, these are asian made clone movements. There longevity is questionable.
They are not overly noisy and are pretty damn stable, you might be unlucky, but most likely you won't. If you do ever need to replace it with a gen eta... its a worth while upgrade for quite a small sum of money really.
Don't let the movement put you off. They are decent.
Thanks for the quick reply man. Yor are probably right about the movement. I think its worth buying it and using the watch as your would normally and then if you get any issues with the movement like you say it is worth it to upgrade and replace with gen ETA movement.
Can I just ask another question about this model? Any members here that have swapped the bezel from the fluted to the smooth bezel? Is this a big/expensive job? Reason I ask is that I don't see ARF releasing the 126300 model with the smooth bezel. Personally would consider it is possible to swap the bezel, just because for me it is a little to flashy, and the 126300 with smooth bezel and jubilee gives it a little more casual/sporty look.
Has anyone found a good DW to replace the DW ARF which has the font too marked?
Normal overlayers for A2824 movements are not good,
This ARF DJ 41mm has a slightly wider DW.
Over there is the overlayers for A2824
Normal overlayers for A2824 movements are not good,
This ARF DJ 41mm has a slightly wider DW.
Over there is the overlayers for A2824
Yes it can be swapped to smooth bezel, interaktiv has done it... also maybe 30 pages back or so. Pm interaktiv he will be the man to swap it over and do any modifications for you.
If I remember right gen smooth bezel is around 150 euro or so.