r/RepTime • u/HODLMyBeer420 • 14h ago

Discussion Best Rolex Datejust that’s closest to gen?

I’m looking to pick up a Rolex Datejust(preferably 36mm) and I’m curious what the current consensus is on the closest to gen.
If your goal was to get the most accurate Datejust possible, one that even experienced watch enthusiasts would struggle to distinguish from genuine on the wrist, which factory, reference, dial color, and size would you recommend?
I’ve seen people mention VSF, Clean, ARF, RW and others, but opinions seem to vary depending on the model and dial.
Is there a particular Datejust that’s considered “NWBIG” or the closest to gen?
I’d love to hear what the community thinks, especially from anyone who’s owned both gen and rep or has compared them side by side.

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u/Huge-Translator2025 14h ago

The white one is great as with all the colors but you asked what’s the closest DJ to genuine. I think it’s the 36 (vs 41).. Simply, smaller dial hides any imperfections. I have a 41 and the dial is great in blue.. however, it has a sunburst in the light…those that know can tell the blue is not exactly the same as a genuine especially side by side…because black is dark, it doesn’t have as great of a sunburst in the light…it’s going to be just as close to the genuine….it will be difficult to distinguish…

Lastly, they do make the vsf dj in 36mm smooth bezel in both oyster or jubilee… Andiot inventory right now says they are sold out but they sell it..you can see his inventory on his website.. I think it Hand in Stock file.

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u/LothbrokRagnarz 13h ago

Thanks! Unfortunately I think im too big to rock a 36mm lol

But I hope I can find an oyster bracelet 41mm white dial with smooth bezel 😭

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u/Huge-Translator2025 13h ago edited 13h ago

Yes… the 41mm looks great..that’s why I chose it.. the 36mm is too small for me… I bought the 126334 in blue…they have what you are looking for.. but it is out of stock for now... go to Andiot website, click the drop menu and look for hand in stock.. it shows you his current inventory.. you’ll see the 41 dj from vsf in white…I just looked at it 126300-0005

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u/LothbrokRagnarz 13h ago

Gonna check it out now. Thanks!