AFAIK they use exactly the same 36mm super case. Probably the DJ bezel that is deceiving the eye would be my guess.
I recently bought an OP36 but looking to change to the 2019 Datejust 36 with a fluted bezel.
How does the DJ compare to the OP in terms of size. I haven’t come across the 2019 DJ in ADs but looking at pics it seems larger?
Any thoughts?
AFAIK they use exactly the same 36mm super case. Probably the DJ bezel that is deceiving the eye would be my guess.
Yeah the 2019 DJ definitely has a different case. Less bulk to it, more elegant, nicer I think
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The modern OP 116000 and DJ 116234/116200 etc share the same slightly chunkier super case design and in my opinion wear a little bigger than the 36mm dimensions suggest.
The brand new 2019 DJ 36 has the redesigned case shape with slimmer lugs etc which looks/feels more like the older vintage DJ’s in that respect but on the dial, the outer railroad track with the small roman numerals has been removed which to me seems to open up the dial and gives the impression of it being a big bigger. Also, on the 2019 models the fluted bezel is more pronounced too which makes it look more "showy" and this coupled with the new dial layout make it feel very modern.
The way the end links integrate with the case on the new 2019 models is a really nice touch as is the 70hr power reserve on these.
I almost feel like the new dial and bezel would have suited the slightly older super case more giving you a really modern DJ and if you put the slightly older dials and bezel on the new slimmer case you’d have a brand new DJ with a cool vintage feel.
I’m just waiting for them to put an updated 70h movement in the OP36 and I’ll be all over it.
Just imagine......
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Thanks, useful information. Managed to try on the 2019 and I think the lack of the railroad definitely opens the dual up more appearing bigger
Why do you need the 70hr power reserve? It’s neither here nor there to me, but if Rolex modified the case in line with the move back to slimmer lugs I would, to quote your parlance, be ‘ all over it’.
Rolex movements in good condition will keep good time even in a lowish state of wind, you really don’t need the longer power reserve, trust me!
The 36mm is a lovely and elegant size.
I went for the 41mm and have not regreted it for my wrist / hand size, but I can definitely see the appeal of the more classic size, really suits the watch.