Last BIG purchase of 2023 | ROLEX DATEJUST Unboxing | How I skipped the waitlist

[@Ado22-tv9ic]

I love the combination of the oysterstewl and the fluted bezel ✨ so shiny! Congratulations! 3:09

[@rui_etc]

Thank you so much 😁

[@Senpaischick]

Congrats Boo!!! It's so pretty!

[@rui_etc]

Thank youuuu 🥰

[@pixities]

yes please do vlogs (travel and non-travel) rui! while i enjoy these sit-down talking videos about purchases, i really enjoy watching people's slice of life so much as you get to see the person's items 'in action' haha while learning more about their everyday life and personality :)

[@mini0001]

Do you mind sharing what is your wrist measurement? I’m debating adding the small panthere into my collection but I think my wrist would need the medium.

[@rui_etc]

My wrists are just under 14cm 😊

[@jettmanas]

Good watches & insights. Nice job showing them worn, & great vid. 😊

[@rui_etc]

Thank you!

[@jettmanas]

@@rui_etc You're welcome. 🙂

[@detlef3000]

Both watches are stunning. Please give us a long term review for both. Now that you had the rolex for a few months, how often did you wear it? do you feel safe with it on the streets? do people notice that it is a rolex? when and why do you decide to wear the panthere over the rolex?

[@rui_etc]

Thank you! I wear my Rolex almost every day, as I live in Germany / frequent Japan I haven’t felt unsafe with the watch yet. I do go to London occasionally but I was in long sleeves during all the trips so I haven’t felt targeted at all. I would probably avoid wearing it in summers in London though. I wear the panthere over Rolex when I am wearing more jewelry because I feel that it’s more subtle 🙂

[@Liz86000]

I actually adore the Panthere and think it suits you very well, but the Rolex is very pretty too. And yes, a vlog from Japan sounds really interesting !

[@cookingwithwatches]

I love sushi ❤️ Beautiful watch collection. Congrats!

[@rui_etc]

Haha I do too 🤣 thank you

[@SmissesK]

Hey Rui, love and have both watches too. Mine is the 31 Datejust rose gold dial and fluted bezel , with 2 tone steel and rose gold oyster bracelet (it’s sporty enough to wear for golf) and the Panthere small in steel.

[@rui_etc]

Sounds beautiful!! I love the rose gold tone that Rolex makes

[@jasonbean5052]

Congratulations!!! Beautiful watch.

[@rui_etc]

Thank you very much!

[@mini0001]

Congrats your watch is beautiful! I waited months for my DJ 31 two tone with MOP dial and diamond bezel and jubilee bracelet and that was in California where we have several ADs. Please ignore the comments diminishing you obtaining this! I would love to see their Rolex collections 😏

[@alanxie2813]

how long did you wait for yours?

[@rui_etc]

I got it about 4-5 days after messaging the SA to reiterate my interest but my first visit was in the end of September, so about 2 months 😊

[@yokorivers5320]

It was meant to be yours. The universe works in mysterious ways as long as you are patient.

[@helentsokana]

Beautiful watch 🖤

[@rui_etc]

Thank you ❣️

[@MC-qj7sn]

lovely watch!😍

[@rui_etc]

Thank you! So happy to have it

[@MC-qj7sn]

@@rui_etc it looks really good on you!🥰😘

[@RoseReveals]

Hi lovely. That is a gorgeous watch u score. Congratulations! Wear it in good health & enjoy. Love ur panther watch too💕

[@rui_etc]

Thank you 😊🥰

[@androsavo]

Why you never film shopping parts? Would be cool to watch this concept too, same as traveling blog to Japan! And the most important, where are your cute dogos? 😂

[@structurescience]

That Rolex looks beautiful on you!

[@rui_etc]

Thank you!

[@VBoo459]

Personally love the Cartier more, however thats my taste. I do love the Rolex but I lean more towards a Chopard on leather strap

[@a004]

Congratulations, welcome to the hobby. Which rolex are you going to ask for next?

[@rui_etc]

Thank you, I am happy with one Rolex for now! I would love the AP Royal Oak in 34mm 🙂

[@a004]

@@rui_etc shame you're already done with Rolex now that you've got spend history! But a 34mm royal oak looks great on a woman, good choice

[@steelsteez6118]

Im surprised that these two tone datejusts are waitlisted items in Japan and Germany. Congrats on your beautiful watch and more so on skipping the dreaded waitlist. Here in the states, not only is it very easy to get two tone datejusts 36mm and under, but it's also the case for stainless steel. Here you can pretty much walk in and get any ladies models you want with no wait, however, any stainless steel sports models here are impossible to get. I wonder if the opposite is true in Germany and Japan. Its interesting seeing the the current state of inventory and allocations across different regions. Thanks for sharing your experience and congrats on your piece!

[@rui_etc]

It’s really crazy, I would obviously expect people to wait for GMTs, YM, Daytonas and Submariners but the waiting lists for smaller models especially in TT or PM makes no sense 🥲 my friend in Tokyo has tried to get a lady DJ for 4 months (by going into the shop almost every day) and in the end got a Ballon Bleu from Cartier because it was a pain

[@exlmoney]

Congratulations on your timepiece 😊

[@rui_etc]

Thank you!

[@vincet6730]

Enjoy your watches!

[@stephenn88]

The DJ 31 looks amazing on you. Congratulations to you! I feel the same way when I got the call on my YM40. Just in time for my birthday 🥳

[@rui_etc]

I think the YM is my favorite men’s model from Rolex, congrats 🎊 I’m very glad that my measly 13.5cm wrists means I will never have to go on a waitlist for a sought after model because I definitely do not have the patience 🤣

[@stephenn88]

@@rui_etc it is perfect! the DJ is the beautiful bonding between you and your mom.

[@androsavo]

Beautiful watch collection! Next will be Piguet or Patek? 🫣

[@rui_etc]

Why not both 🤣

[@etakate]

I am also from Japan, i think a vlog would be super cool 🤩

[@rui_etc]

Noted! 💓

[@linusb59]

As a person deeply submerged in the watch community: A bicolor 31mm dj with a diamond face is easy to get and even can be bought under retail again. The ad might still tell you they have a waitlist but will most likely call you instantly as soon as they have your watch back in stock. It‘s just part pf their sales strategy. Just trying to shine some light on the whole waitlist marketing. Congrats on the beautiful piece though

[@rui_etc]

I’m well aware of the reputation of two tone watches and datejusts as well but this is just the way it is in Germany and Japan, as I have first hand experience for both countries. I clarified in the video that this applies only to me and obviously the more popular “male” models work differently. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@linusb59]

@JacobSmith-hz2tr can you not read? I personally find her piece a lot nicee than any sub or gmt. I was just informing people about Rolex horriblensales strategy. But of course some simp comes out and plays white knight for no reason.

[@a004]

Agreed, congratulate her, don't shit on her. Nice watch, and it opens the door for her to pursue more collectible pieces in the future. Welcome to the hobby

[@akita2061]

Congrats on the Date-just 31. Very interested in your Japan Vlogs

[@rui_etc]

Thank you!! Yes I think I might as well take some footage :)

[@lemnisgate8809]

Congrats on the watch wear it in good health. Just so you know you particular watch request isn’t very hard to get, it’s different styles that are more sought after.

[@rui_etc]

Hi! Thank you, but I said this exact thing in the video :) I know.

[@NoLoveinHell]

where do you work?

[@rui_etc]

I don't think its smart to share this, Im sorry haha

[@NoLoveinHell]

@@rui_etc shittt cause I need a job so I can get the things I want lol mechanic ain’t worth it

[@paulvon2378]

Rolex AD's have turned me off to Rolex. Glad you got your watch.

[@rui_etc]

I really hated the attitude I got in the past as well, I think I just got lucky this time around 🙂

[@Ariel.Fortele]

You are so beautiful :)

[@rui_etc]

Thank you, that’s very sweet ❤️🥲

[@atn2666]

what the heck... you didnt get ROBLOX? downvote.

[@acrboi]

Ladies datejust are the least desirable watch. Dudes buy these for there wives to build history to buy the hype pieces.

[@rui_etc]

Well technically this is not a lady Datejust, and if you watched the entire video I say that the DJ31 is not a model for which you would even expect to have to wait a year 😊

[@yurii851]

why do you constantly touch your hair and clothes around neck? looks strange

[@rui_etc]

No idea, I was wondering the same while editing. I guess it is a subconscious reflex, I am sorry if it bothers you!