Wrist Check 2017
Discussion
ZesPak said:
I don't mind Rolex per say. But the Sub... a number of people I know have one. This thread alone illustrates just how ubiquitous they are.
Now I can get it's a good watch, I also like the look and it's no doubt iconic... but if I'd fork out more than 5K for a watch, the last thing I'd want is to think "oh he also has a sub" every day.
A bit like the 911 being so ubiquitious. And yet the iconic design, and premium price, has never stopped people buying them as I don't think it bothers people when they see another on the street. If anything, it often elicits positive reactions from the owners! Different, is not always better or more desirable. Now I can get it's a good watch, I also like the look and it's no doubt iconic... but if I'd fork out more than 5K for a watch, the last thing I'd want is to think "oh he also has a sub" every day.
So said:
They're a very good mass produced watch and no high end manufacturer offers a viable alternative. So they are considered the best by many people and sell accordingly in a world of relative affluence and cheap credit.
If Patek et al retailed a sports watch that wasn't a s
t 70s Gerald Genta design things might be different. But they don't and it isn't, so Rolex will continue to sell their mass produced wares at higher and higher prices.
Why does the alternative need to be high end?If Patek et al retailed a sports watch that wasn't a s
t 70s Gerald Genta design things might be different. But they don't and it isn't, so Rolex will continue to sell their mass produced wares at higher and higher prices.Chopard LUC Pro One, Glashutte Original Sport Evolution (both discontinued), Girard–Perregaux Sea Hawk, Blancpain Fifty Fathoms & Air Command are ALL viable options if the primary reason for buying isn't based on residual value, which is easily negated by buying them pre–owned or at the right level of discount.
The Royal Oak and Nautilus were never designed to be rugged tool watches, so irrespective of subjective feelings towards aesthetics, they target a completely different demographic.
Edited by PJ S on Sunday 17th September 16:37
grumbledoak said:
A lovely looking watch. 
And also a bizarre Rolex made Rolex knock off. I find the concept quite odd.
I think they're being quite astute - generating sales from a sector of the market their competitors were flourishing in (the circa £2.5k watch market) whilst keeping the main brand exclusive and aspirational.And also a bizarre Rolex made Rolex knock off. I find the concept quite odd.
I might not afford a £6k watch now but in the meantime I can still buy into the brand rather than go down the omega/tag route whilst I wait for the main event. They get two bites of the cherry.
The other point is they get to experiment with Tudor. Different styles, different colours, different finishes, materials etc all without risk of damaging the Rolex brand if something goes awry.
I've been hoping their PVD coated fast riders and black bays have been a trial run to tackle the growing "customised" aftermarket black rolexes.
An official, black explorer ii would be my number one dream watch if they ever made it.
LaurasOtherHalf said:
grumbledoak said:
A lovely looking watch.
And also a bizarre Rolex made Rolex knock off. I find the concept quite odd.
I think they're being quite astute - generating sales from a sector of the market their competitors were flourishing in (the circa £2.5k watch market) whilst keeping the main brand exclusive and aspirational.And also a bizarre Rolex made Rolex knock off. I find the concept quite odd.
I might not afford a £6k watch now but in the meantime I can still buy into the brand rather than go down the omega/tag route whilst I wait for the main event. They get two bites of the cherry.
The other point is they get to experiment with Tudor. Different styles, different colours, different finishes, materials etc all without risk of damaging the Rolex brand if something goes awry.
I've been hoping their PVD coated fast riders and black bays have been a trial run to tackle the growing "customised" aftermarket black rolexes.
An official, black explorer ii would be my number one dream watch if they ever made it.
Inigma said:
Therefore a bit like buying a Datsun Cherry whilst hoping one day to buy an R35.
Of course it is, you're completely correct 
Gunk said:
Prohunter started the black PVD Rolex fad, personally I think it's had its day, I'm seriously considering putting my GMT on a plain black RubberB strap which retains the original deployment clasp.
Yes I've considered the same for my 16600, I'm not sure I'd find it as comfortable as the bracelet however.Been away on holiday for a couple of weeks but came back to find this (not so little) beauty waiting for me.
Supplied as standard on a leather strap but came in a lovely travelling case along with several other straps .. so now on black rubber
Very impressed with the quality so far especially for the price !
Supplied as standard on a leather strap but came in a lovely travelling case along with several other straps .. so now on black rubber
Very impressed with the quality so far especially for the price !
montymoo said:
This was bought by my grandfather as a gift for my fathers 21st.
Lots of history with this watch as I remember it been worn by my father when I was a child and I still occasional wear it today.
Battered and bruised, but I love the vintage look it has.
Lots of history with this watch as I remember it been worn by my father when I was a child and I still occasional wear it today.
Battered and bruised, but I love the vintage look it has.
What does the handwritten note say on the instruments? "Rembr wheels B4 landing"?
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