Great comparison. I definitely agree that the prior-gen AT's were the better looking. The vertical lines, longer lugs, and simple Omega sign on the clasp make for a slightly classier watch in my opinion. My all-time-favorite is the 8500 Skyfall AT that had those same attributes plus the framed date window and fully brushed bracelet. All beautiful watches though and I'd be happy to own any of them.
Great video. I appreciate you for showing all the details. The bracelet sold me on the newer version (although I will go for the smaller 38mm). Thank you!
I definitely favor the newer model. The horizontal stripes are more attractive to my eye and I love the date at 6. The ate at 3 is always a deal killer for me. This is the Omega I’ve ever considered owning. Such a gorgeous watch and I even love the bracelet. It matches the watch.
Thanks! My aim was to highlight the differences between them, especially some things that are not immediately obvious. Both are superb watches ultimately.
i have the 41 1/2mm golf green edition with the 8500. its even older than these two. it has the silver surround on the day window which i love. you really cant go wrong with any aqua terra.
Very true. The golf ones are really nice, only way to get a black dial on the 41.5mm date frame version I believe (regular black was only available on the 38.5mm at that time).
The new blue AT is gorgeous! I used to prefer the vertical lines but to be honest the horizontal lines and date window at 6 gives the watch better symmetry
I know many people share your view. If Omega could have kept the case shape of the 8500 (the nicely sculpted lugs) with the 8900's horizontal line dial, it might be the perfect watch.
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I love my seamaster, but I really love the 6:00 date on the newer Aqua Terra. The dials are fantastic as well. I agree with you on the lugs and case, I really like the recessed crown on the older model.
Thanks for watching. Yes, the 6 oclock date window is a thing of beauty on the newer model. Maybe they eventually combine the best aspects of the 8500 and 8900 in a new model?
I just picked one up with the "white" dial on a tan leather strap and the orange seconds hand. A great everyday addition to my Speedmaster and Seamaster Diver 300. When I checked out Aqua Terra I found the previous model (and especially the bracelet) felt a little cheap to me. This new model feels more substantial all around, and with a far superior movement.
I added the new clasp to my Aqua Terra 8500MC, and it's much more comfortable. It fits very well as well. Best of both worlds. The flat clasp makes a big difference.
That is a fantastic idea. Did you get the clasp from an Omega boutique? If you know the part number, I am very interested in getting one as well. Thanks for watching.
@@omegawatchfan Yes I got it from the Omega Boutique. I don’t know the part number but the Omega Boutique can look it up from the ref number of the new Aqua Terra. You need to get as well the two small saddle links on each side of the clasp. They are sold separately.
Are these bracelets interchangeable? Jw as I can buy the vertical blue AT at my local AD new with factory warranty but it comes on leather strap. I’m seeing if they can source a bracelet for the AT. If the new AT bracelet works for the 8500, that’d be fairly easy to find a bracelet for it
Hi, yes the 8500 and 8900 bracelets are interchangeable. The lugs are a little different so the endlink shape may differ slightly but it should work fine.
Great comparison, so good that Oisin guy pretty much copied this word for word😳 I watched his a few days ago and now yours which was uploaded way earlier, uncanny!
Hey man, great video! I recently purchased an AT 41 brand new from an AD. Have you noticed any bracelet rattle on yours? Mine has a very slight rattle that I think is coming from one of the end links when I rotate my wrist. My Steinhart and Oris don’t have any rattle like that.
Thank you. I have seen some with slightly more rattle than others, but in general these bracelets are very well made and a new one shouldn't make any sounds. Even a very worn one is usually pretty tight, much more so than the older bracelets that did not use screw links. The sound you are hearing might be due to the springbar...perhaps changing it would help. Your AD might be able to change the bracelet if it is a significant enough issue.
It does at times. The black does seem to reflect back yellowish light more strongly so it can appear to be not pure black in certain lighting conditions. It is not a very glossy black and it is definitely less inky and deep black as the SmpC (ceramic bezel Seamaster)
@@Ferien7 I like the blue more because it is a more distinctive color while still not being 'loud'.....but if I can save some money with a black dial, I would not hesitate, because at the end they are the same watch.
@@omegawatchfan I know it's subjective, but given your hands-on experience with so many of these, I value your opinion. Aesthetics aside do you feel it impacts the value-holding potential? Is one more "collectible" than the other? Thanks again.
@@icychap My pleasure. It does not seem the blue carries a premium in price over the black when it comes to the 8800 Aqua Terras, so my feeling is they will probably be valued similarly going forward as they appear to be now. A definite contrast to the 8500 Aqua Terra, where the blue dials definitely command a premium, especially the earlier framed date window version.
Hi and thanks for sharing. I’m about to buy an AT 38 with white dial. I have a question for you: I really hate scratches and hairlines on polished surfaces. Do you know if I can totally film the watch and the bracelet with a sort of film or sticker, I don’t know. If I was not clear check out Styx’s products for Rolex watches please!
Yes, you probably could and since the individual surfaces are large (not like a bond seamaster bracelet for example), it wouldn't be too difficult. I too really dislike scratches but I have come to accept them as inevitable. The older aqua terra which has an all-brushed bracelet hides scratches better.
I have that blue 8500 Aqua Terra. It's a beautiful watch. I definitely prefer the 8500 with the vertical teak dial. Not too fond of the horizontal teak or the date at 6. And I don't like the shape of the crown on the 8900. Nice to finally see them both together.. Good comparison video!
I much the 8500. My 8500 doesn’t have the PCL and it has a date surround. The cupcake crown on the 8900 looks odd to me the design of the case back is odd.
I agree the 8500 is aesthetically more beautiful. The lugs are longer and the case more sculpted looking than the 8900. I agree with you on the crown as well. The 8500 caseback is simpler and cleaner too.
Could you please help me. Today I have received my black dial 38 mm, 8800 caliber 2020 model aqua terra but I observed that no hour hand jump up function. Is it normal? And which caliber is better 8800 or 8900? Please reply me... Thank you in advance Kind Regards Levent GURSOY
Hi, thanks for watching. Yes it is normal. The 8800 and 8900 are quite different. 8900 has the quick set hour hand. Also 8900 has twin barrel power reserve. 8900 is very similar to the previous 8500.
@@Leventgursoy11 I think if you don't need the hour jump feature, the normal date jump on the first crown position (like on the 8800, also like most watches) is more convenient, because you need to adjust date for the shorter months etc. If you need the quick hour jump for travel purposes, then the 8900 is better.
@@omegawatchfan Thank you for your reply. I understood the condition however 41mm which has 8900 is pretty big for me so that is why I bought 38mm 8800 version. In fact I did not know when I bought it, for me it was a little bit disappointment but now I feel ok. I am super happy with my black dial 38mm aqua terra. I strongly recommend the people who are considering ti buy. It is also very all round watch. Dressy, elegant, sporty and you can swim and dive, additionally super accurate (I already gave up to check the accuracy of my watch) and anti magnetic property. So what I want more. Many thanks Omega...
Great question, I just measured using a simple plastic analog caliper. The 41mm 8500 is 13mm, the 41mm 8900 is 13.5mm (may even be a hair more but my caliper is not that precise). I do not know if this matches the "official" measurements, but this is what I got. One thing for sure is you can clearly see the 8500 is thinner because if you measure the 8900 first and then follow with the 8500, the caliper can be compressed further with the 8500. I will make a video to show this.
I agree, the new crown is a bit strange and not any more functional either. Sometimes it seems they change things that were perfectly fine to begin with just to say "it's new".
People overlook the difference in the lug design between the two versions. You notice it in-hand and I prefer the older one's more sculpted looking lugs.
@@omegawatchfan Thanks for rightly pointing this out. That explains some difficulties people encounter when they tried to fit the rubber straps designed for 8900 AT to their 8500 ones.
@@nytimes555c Yes...most of the attention has been on horizontal lines vs. vertical on the dial, as well as the date window placement, but the lug change is also significant and changes the look and feel of the watch quite a bit. The lugs on the 8900 are minimized whereas on the 8500 they really stand out...at least to me!
There are things I like better from the 8800/8900 version over the 8500 and visa versa. The longer lugs is a bit of a contention because I feel it depends on what you're eyes are used to. Same goes for male vs female end links. Shorter lugs with female end links help the entire watch wear more like a fitted bracelet, without any gaps. Longer lugs with male end links stand out more when looking down at the watch, but can have unsightly gaps when viewing the watch at other angles. The solution is to get both versions lol.
I have both the blue and black dial. It’s the most versatile watch i own. I have 8 Rolex watches and for me the aqua terra can be worn with shorts to a suit. Throw a leather strap on the black dial for a black tie event. 10/10
i have the older version and the date window is framed not same what is shown in the video. the dark blue dial on the older version i think it is one of the best in the industry. it looks so nice but the new one is mat and nothing special about it
Yes the first 8500s had the framed date window. And I agree the dark blue dial was gorgeous and still looks amazing even after many years. I also prefer them to the current offerings.
I prefer the older ATs. The 3 o’clock date looks better, the vertical deck pattern looks better. And the bracelet is much better as well (minus the clasp).
Omega ruined the lugs on the new Speedmasters as well, they are short and squat with a less pronounced twist. The lug to lug has also been reduced by 1mm making the watch look more bulbous, this is highlighted even more with the narrower bracelet.
Interesting...I need to check that out. I am surprised more commenters/reviewers (especially when the 8900 came out) barely made any mention of this lug design change. Some reviews I read back then did not discuss the lugs at all. Maybe to some people it is not obvious? It sticks out like a sore thumb to me and I think it's the biggest negative on the newer AT, which is otherwise a nice watch.
@@omegawatchfan Same. I think the new Aqua Terras are worse in every way imaginable apart from the clasp. What I notice is a lot of people just parrot what others say, especially in the watch community. They don't use their eyes. All they care about is "Make it a few mm smaller", "make the lug to lug shorter", and all the other cliche stuff. It was funny reading the comments on the Hodinkee article about the new Speedmaster and all the praise the shorter lug to lug distance got, when it makes the watch look way worse than the old one.
@@coldshadow3480 Agree with you completely on the parroting in the watch community. Lots of sheep who don't even use their eyes as you say. Also, so much content is 'shilling' (openly or not) and just geared toward pushing sales that it's hard to find genuinely objective commentary about anything.
@@omegawatchfan Totally agree with the shilling. Can't remember the last time any of the major watch blogs criticized a new release, they just write puff pieces in exchange for access to the newest watches.
I think they were trying to reduce the effective lug-to-lug distance and make it fit better on a variety of wrist sizes...even though I like the older style more, I have to admit that the 8900 AT is extremely comfortable.
@@randomnameindeed Interesting perspective. I thought the new one, with the more varied slats, looked a little more detailed. Definitely not toy like. I have the 8500 Golf Captain's Watch, however, and have no plans of moving to the horizontal dial.
Just purchased the older one, much prefer the dial, the white text and white date, lacquered dial. Thinner bracelet, better lug length. The only thing the new one is better at is the movement.
Great comparison. I definitely agree that the prior-gen AT's were the better looking. The vertical lines, longer lugs, and simple Omega sign on the clasp make for a slightly classier watch in my opinion. My all-time-favorite is the 8500 Skyfall AT that had those same attributes plus the framed date window and fully brushed bracelet. All beautiful watches though and I'd be happy to own any of them.
Great video. I appreciate you for showing all the details. The bracelet sold me on the newer version (although I will go for the smaller 38mm). Thank you!
I definitely favor the newer model. The horizontal stripes are more attractive to my eye and I love the date at 6. The ate at 3 is always a deal killer for me.
This is the Omega I’ve ever considered owning. Such a gorgeous watch and I even love the bracelet. It matches the watch.
Excellent comparison/contrast. It helped me define my preference.
Thanks! My aim was to highlight the differences between them, especially some things that are not immediately obvious. Both are superb watches ultimately.
i have the 41 1/2mm golf green edition with the 8500. its even older than these two. it has the silver surround on the day window which i love. you really cant go wrong with any aqua terra.
Very true. The golf ones are really nice, only way to get a black dial on the 41.5mm date frame version I believe (regular black was only available on the 38.5mm at that time).
The new blue AT is gorgeous! I used to prefer the vertical lines but to be honest the horizontal lines and date window at 6 gives the watch better symmetry
I know many people share your view. If Omega could have kept the case shape of the 8500 (the nicely sculpted lugs) with the 8900's horizontal line dial, it might be the perfect watch.
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I somehow forgot the password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me!
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I love my seamaster, but I really love the 6:00 date on the newer Aqua Terra. The dials are fantastic as well. I agree with you on the lugs and case, I really like the recessed crown on the older model.
Thanks for watching. Yes, the 6 oclock date window is a thing of beauty on the newer model. Maybe they eventually combine the best aspects of the 8500 and 8900 in a new model?
How is the accuracy of your two Aqua Terras? Any discernible differences?
Thank you 😊 was literally looking at both of these.. I do prefer the vertical lines but I know horizontal lines are more easier on the eye 👌🏽
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I was also looking at both. Bought the new version in green.
I just picked one up with the "white" dial on a tan leather strap and the orange seconds hand. A great everyday addition to my Speedmaster and Seamaster Diver 300. When I checked out Aqua Terra I found the previous model (and especially the bracelet) felt a little cheap to me. This new model feels more substantial all around, and with a far superior movement.
This video inspired me to do a comparison of my own! 😁 Nice job
Thanks very much. Looking forward to see yours.
@@omegawatchfan It's already on my channel, if you would like to check it out! 😁
I added the new clasp to my Aqua Terra 8500MC, and it's much more comfortable. It fits very well as well. Best of both worlds. The flat clasp makes a big difference.
That is a fantastic idea. Did you get the clasp from an Omega boutique? If you know the part number, I am very interested in getting one as well. Thanks for watching.
@@omegawatchfan Yes I got it from the Omega Boutique. I don’t know the part number but the Omega Boutique can look it up from the ref number of the new Aqua Terra. You need to get as well the two small saddle links on each side of the clasp. They are sold separately.
@@thierrybensoussan3893 Thank you for the info! Much appreciated!
8900 bracelet is fit for 8500 version?
@@rdvandogan7339 no, but the new clasp can be used on the old bracelet.
Are these bracelets interchangeable?
Jw as I can buy the vertical blue AT at my local AD new with factory warranty but it comes on leather strap. I’m seeing if they can source a bracelet for the AT. If the new AT bracelet works for the 8500, that’d be fairly easy to find a bracelet for it
Hi, yes the 8500 and 8900 bracelets are interchangeable. The lugs are a little different so the endlink shape may differ slightly but it should work fine.
Great comparison, so good that Oisin guy pretty much copied this word for word😳 I watched his a few days ago and now yours which was uploaded way earlier, uncanny!
Hey man, great video! I recently purchased an AT 41 brand new from an AD. Have you noticed any bracelet rattle on yours? Mine has a very slight rattle that I think is coming from one of the end links when I rotate my wrist. My Steinhart and Oris don’t have any rattle like that.
Thank you. I have seen some with slightly more rattle than others, but in general these bracelets are very well made and a new one shouldn't make any sounds. Even a very worn one is usually pretty tight, much more so than the older bracelets that did not use screw links. The sound you are hearing might be due to the springbar...perhaps changing it would help. Your AD might be able to change the bracelet if it is a significant enough issue.
hi is it just me or does the dial on the 8900 give off a slight brown hue?
It does at times. The black does seem to reflect back yellowish light more strongly so it can appear to be not pure black in certain lighting conditions. It is not a very glossy black and it is definitely less inky and deep black as the SmpC (ceramic bezel Seamaster)
@@omegawatchfan if you had to pick blue or black, which one?
@@Ferien7 I like the blue more because it is a more distinctive color while still not being 'loud'.....but if I can save some money with a black dial, I would not hesitate, because at the end they are the same watch.
What are your thoughts on black vs blue (in 8800 calibre, 38 mm)?
I admit it is a purely subjective opinion, but on the horizontally striped dial, I like black slightly more than blue.
@@omegawatchfan I know it's subjective, but given your hands-on experience with so many of these, I value your opinion. Aesthetics aside do you feel it impacts the value-holding potential? Is one more "collectible" than the other? Thanks again.
@@icychap My pleasure. It does not seem the blue carries a premium in price over the black when it comes to the 8800 Aqua Terras, so my feeling is they will probably be valued similarly going forward as they appear to be now. A definite contrast to the 8500 Aqua Terra, where the blue dials definitely command a premium, especially the earlier framed date window version.
Hi and thanks for sharing.
I’m about to buy an AT 38 with white dial. I have a question for you: I really hate scratches and hairlines on polished surfaces. Do you know if I can totally film the watch and the bracelet with a sort of film or sticker, I don’t know.
If I was not clear check out Styx’s products for Rolex watches please!
Yes, you probably could and since the individual surfaces are large (not like a bond seamaster bracelet for example), it wouldn't be too difficult. I too really dislike scratches but I have come to accept them as inevitable. The older aqua terra which has an all-brushed bracelet hides scratches better.
I have that blue 8500 Aqua Terra. It's a beautiful watch. I definitely prefer the 8500 with the vertical teak dial. Not too fond of the horizontal teak or the date at 6. And I don't like the shape of the crown on the 8900.
Nice to finally see them both together.. Good comparison video!
Thanks for watching. I agree with you on the crown, nicer on the 8500. The blue 8500 is an absolute gem.
I much the 8500. My 8500 doesn’t have the PCL and it has a date surround. The cupcake crown on the 8900 looks odd to me the design of the case back is odd.
I agree the 8500 is aesthetically more beautiful. The lugs are longer and the case more sculpted looking than the 8900. I agree with you on the crown as well. The 8500 caseback is simpler and cleaner too.
Wish Omega would update the bracelet with a self adjustable divers type clasp.
Something with microadjust would be great, I'd just hope they do not make it bulky like the seamaster pro clasp.
Could you please help me. Today I have received my black dial 38 mm, 8800 caliber 2020 model aqua terra but I observed that no hour hand jump up function. Is it normal? And which caliber is better 8800 or 8900? Please reply me... Thank you in advance
Kind Regards
Levent GURSOY
Hi, thanks for watching. Yes it is normal. The 8800 and 8900 are quite different. 8900 has the quick set hour hand. Also 8900 has twin barrel power reserve. 8900 is very similar to the previous 8500.
@@omegawatchfan thank youuuuu. Ok. Which one is better?
@@omegawatchfan should I change my new aquaterra?
@@Leventgursoy11 I think if you don't need the hour jump feature, the normal date jump on the first crown position (like on the 8800, also like most watches) is more convenient, because you need to adjust date for the shorter months etc. If you need the quick hour jump for travel purposes, then the 8900 is better.
@@omegawatchfan Thank you for your reply. I understood the condition however 41mm which has 8900 is pretty big for me so that is why I bought 38mm 8800 version. In fact I did not know when I bought it, for me it was a little bit disappointment but now I feel ok. I am super happy with my black dial 38mm aqua terra. I strongly recommend the people who are considering ti buy. It is also very all round watch. Dressy, elegant, sporty and you can swim and dive, additionally super accurate (I already gave up to check the accuracy of my watch) and anti magnetic property. So what I want more. Many thanks Omega...
Very informational, did you notice any difference in thickness between the two?
Great question, I just measured using a simple plastic analog caliper. The 41mm 8500 is 13mm, the 41mm 8900 is 13.5mm (may even be a hair more but my caliper is not that precise). I do not know if this matches the "official" measurements, but this is what I got.
One thing for sure is you can clearly see the 8500 is thinner because if you measure the 8900 first and then follow with the 8500, the caliper can be compressed further with the 8500. I will make a video to show this.
I would add that my suspicion is the slight extra thickness seen on the 8900 AT is due to the caseback design.
I’ve owned both, I prefer the new dial , but I like you think the older model is more attractive. They changed the crown , why ? It looked much better
I agree, the new crown is a bit strange and not any more functional either. Sometimes it seems they change things that were perfectly fine to begin with just to say "it's new".
I have an older aqua terra with the date at three and a black bay heritage. I feel like I have cracked it.
Great comparison. As an owner of the older version, I cannot agree with you more on the prettier look on the old one.
People overlook the difference in the lug design between the two versions. You notice it in-hand and I prefer the older one's more sculpted looking lugs.
@@omegawatchfan Thanks for rightly pointing this out. That explains some difficulties people encounter when they tried to fit the rubber straps designed for 8900 AT to their 8500 ones.
@@nytimes555c Yes...most of the attention has been on horizontal lines vs. vertical on the dial, as well as the date window placement, but the lug change is also significant and changes the look and feel of the watch quite a bit. The lugs on the 8900 are minimized whereas on the 8500 they really stand out...at least to me!
There are things I like better from the 8800/8900 version over the 8500 and visa versa. The longer lugs is a bit of a contention because I feel it depends on what you're eyes are used to. Same goes for male vs female end links. Shorter lugs with female end links help the entire watch wear more like a fitted bracelet, without any gaps. Longer lugs with male end links stand out more when looking down at the watch, but can have unsightly gaps when viewing the watch at other angles. The solution is to get both versions lol.
I like your solution very much and did exactly that.
I have both the blue and black dial. It’s the most versatile watch i own. I have 8 Rolex watches and for me the aqua terra can be worn with shorts to a suit. Throw a leather strap on the black dial for a black tie event. 10/10
Nice to hear a Rolex man praise the AT! Versatile is a good word for it.
@@omegawatchfan I have several omegas as well. I’m a realist sir. Omega make better movements ..
i have the older version and the date window is framed not same what is shown in the video. the dark blue dial on the older version i think it is one of the best in the industry. it looks so nice but the new one is mat and nothing special about it
Yes the first 8500s had the framed date window. And I agree the dark blue dial was gorgeous and still looks amazing even after many years. I also prefer them to the current offerings.
I prefer the older ATs. The 3 o’clock date looks better, the vertical deck pattern looks better. And the bracelet is much better as well (minus the clasp).
Great video!
These steel bracelets scratches way easy. I have the same watch but I notice the Rolex does not scratch as easy
Omega ruined the lugs on the new Speedmasters as well, they are short and squat with a less pronounced twist. The lug to lug has also been reduced by 1mm making the watch look more bulbous, this is highlighted even more with the narrower bracelet.
Interesting...I need to check that out. I am surprised more commenters/reviewers (especially when the 8900 came out) barely made any mention of this lug design change. Some reviews I read back then did not discuss the lugs at all. Maybe to some people it is not obvious? It sticks out like a sore thumb to me and I think it's the biggest negative on the newer AT, which is otherwise a nice watch.
@@omegawatchfan Same. I think the new Aqua Terras are worse in every way imaginable apart from the clasp.
What I notice is a lot of people just parrot what others say, especially in the watch community. They don't use their eyes. All they care about is "Make it a few mm smaller", "make the lug to lug shorter", and all the other cliche stuff. It was funny reading the comments on the Hodinkee article about the new Speedmaster and all the praise the shorter lug to lug distance got, when it makes the watch look way worse than the old one.
@@coldshadow3480 Agree with you completely on the parroting in the watch community. Lots of sheep who don't even use their eyes as you say. Also, so much content is 'shilling' (openly or not) and just geared toward pushing sales that it's hard to find genuinely objective commentary about anything.
@@omegawatchfan Totally agree with the shilling. Can't remember the last time any of the major watch blogs criticized a new release, they just write puff pieces in exchange for access to the newest watches.
New model better. They released the new one cuz its well designed in every features. I dont get the ones adore the older ones it comes so weird to me
I understand, I like the 8900 too and many prefer it to the 8500, it boils down to personal preference in the end.
Better production quality needed please :)
Thanks for the honest feedback
wow, u wear it for ruby? so many scratches. My 6 yo planet ocean doesnt even hv a single scratch
Who's ruby?
@@johnulmerRacing *rugby
It's forbidden to wear watches while playing rugby. 😂😂
You really milked these watches for videos 😢
I'm not sure why Omega moved from male to female end links. Much prefer the older ref, no one wants to see a little nubbin of an end link
I think they were trying to reduce the effective lug-to-lug distance and make it fit better on a variety of wrist sizes...even though I like the older style more, I have to admit that the 8900 AT is extremely comfortable.
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Old version > new version
Agreed! The teak dial is much nicer on the old one. The new one looks more like a toy.
@@randomnameindeed Interesting perspective. I thought the new one, with the more varied slats, looked a little more detailed. Definitely not toy like. I have the 8500 Golf Captain's Watch, however, and have no plans of moving to the horizontal dial.
Ah yes, the poor mans datejust
I own both. Two tone 41mm DJ and 41.5mm AT. Unless you can say the same, that makes me richer than you. 🤓
@@johnnyd465 I’m pleased to say I own neither of those watches
Date just is gross.
Rolex is for old people
Just purchased the older one, much prefer the dial, the white text and white date, lacquered dial. Thinner bracelet, better lug length. The only thing the new one is better at is the movement.
Congrats, I prefer the older lugs as well... they are longer and create a more elegant look for the watch.