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Rolex Lady-Datejust

Owners widely appreciate the Rolex Lady-Datejust for its timeless, classy look and perfect 28mm size for smaller wrists, with some finding it elegant and delicate as smaller watches return to style. Others associate the 28mm size with "grandma energy" and find it outdated. Some owners find certain configurations easy to acquire from an AD, while others note that specific configurations can take up to three months. One owner finds their GMF DJ31 runs fast, requiring frequent time adjustments, and notes the wide bezel is a common complaint, though they feel it's unnoticeable in person. Owners are split on the Rolex Lady-Datejust as an investment, with some suggesting it depreciates significantly and does not recover value, while others find specific models "sweet." Overall, owners rate the Rolex Lady-Datejust highly for its classic aesthetic and suitability for smaller wrists, despite some concerns about size perception and investment value.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lady-Datejust28mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Lady-Datejust55h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
Water Resistance
Lady-Datejust100m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Lady-Datejust$16,450
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
28mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Gem-set
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dial Color
Silver
Green
Indices
Roman numerals

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
2236
Ronda 1062
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
55h
0h
Jewels
31
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$16,450
$428
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