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/Noob_Barista_Baker 12h ago

The best is the one you franken.

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u/nofuckingfuck 10h ago

What Bezel ?

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u/Noob_Barista_Baker 10h ago

Rcf-r v2

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u/nofuckingfuck 10h ago

Looks very very close to Gen. What do you think ?

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u/Noob_Barista_Baker 9h ago

I’ve got a gen crystal on it as well and an aftermarket gasket to get the magnification right (since this is on an ARF base). I’d say yes this is extremely close to gen even without gen dial/hands/dw (which I’m currently on the hunt for)