New Pepsi Really a Raspberry

[ALF61]

I have not handled one, but I have seen tons of pictures side by side.

I don´t like the blue which is purplish, nor the red which is pinkish. The bezel looks like a raspberry and does not deserve to be called the Pepsi.

I will not be a taker of this watch until Rolex gets the colors right.

[MonBK]

ok

[enjoythemusic]

Raspberry....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-Dvx5NSyi8

[c41006]

good to know

[c0de]

My mother used to always tell me "Count till 10 before you say anything". I think this applies here..

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by c0de

My mother used to always tell me "Count till 10 before you say anything". I think this applies here..

lol


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[GMT Aviator]

Originally Posted by c0de

My mother used to always tell me "Count till 10 before you say anything". I think this applies here..

Haha! If only everyone in life did the same. Good advise from your mum.

[Jtime]

Originally Posted by c0de

My mother used to always tell me "Count till 10 before you say anything". I think this applies here..

Amen!


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[Speedbird-1]

"count ten and then, say nothing".

Amen




Too late! Haha

[Bagman]

Originally Posted by c0de

My mother used to always tell me "Count till 10 before you say anything". I think this applies here..

Lol


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[Speedbird-1]

Originally Posted by c0de

My mother used to always tell me "Count till 10 before you say anything". I think this applies here..

You weren't listening!

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by ALF61

I have not handled one, but I have seen tons of pictures side by side.

I don´t like the blue which is purplish, nor the red which is pinkish. The bezel looks like a raspberry and does not deserve to be called the Pepsi.

I will not be a taker of this watch until Rolex gets the colors right.

go find a WG BLRO. Every AD probably has one. The colors are the same and i like them.

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

go find a WG BLRO. Every AD probably has one. The colors are the same and i like them.

Maybe the colors are the reason "every AD probably has one"

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

Maybe the colors are the reason "every AD probably has one"

its probably because its WG. Same issue with the sky dweller and thats why the WG is gone. The colors are softer and not aggressive like the bright red and blue aluminum pepsi bezels so its different absolutely.

Its not supposed to appeal to everyone thats what the sub is for. They make AK and YMII and models on OF too and not everyone is on board with them either. Thats OK, but its not wrong

[crazycarlitos]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

go find a WG BLRO. Every AD probably has one. The colors are the same and i like them.

Ditto

The 5digit Pepsi color was great...for 1980’s
Hence, it looks great as a vintage watch.

For the new ceramic age, the current “Pepsi” color is more modern and appropriate, imo.

[Bladeshot]

Originally Posted by crazycarlitos

Ditto



The 5digit Pepsi color was great...for 1980’s

Hence, it looks great as a vintage watch.



For the new ceramic age, the current “Pepsi” color is more modern and appropriate, imo.

Wonderful piece!


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[Auto16610]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

go find a WG BLRO. Every AD probably has one. The colors are the same and i like them.

Exactly what I was going to say. I did that, and it looks nice in the flesh.

[Lemieux66]

Maybe they could market it as having a vintage patina look to the bezel colours? ;)

I'm sure it'll look good in person. The quality will shine through.

[tomchicago]

Originally Posted by Lemieux66

Maybe they could market it as having a vintage patina look to the bezel colours? ;)

I'm sure it'll look good in person. The quality will shine through.

Ceramic has no patina except for when it shatters and has to be replaced.


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[JayB]

Originally Posted by ALF61

I have not handled one

Key point here, I want to see it in person before making my mind up.

[vacano]

The pictures and videos you have probably seen are all indoors and with poor lighting. I would wait until you see one in the metal first.

[Paul_I]

Plenty of threads already on the forum criticising this watch. If you don't like it, and you might want to sit down for this one, don't buy it.

Trust me, they won't force it on you. More likely than not, you couldn't get one if you wanted at this point - at least not for a few years.

Beyond that, as others have alluded - thanks for your contribution.

[Syed117]

A lot of people including myself have the same issue.

I don't think the colors are a big deal, you just have to like them.

What I don't appreciate is Rolex heavily editing the colors they use on their website to make them look red and blue when they aren't.

[rudestew]

Originally Posted by Syed117

A lot of people including myself have the same issue.

I don't think the colors are a big deal, you just have to like them.

What I don't appreciate is Rolex heavily editing the colors they use on their website to make them look red and blue when they aren't.

im thinking the same different light and white backgrounds do make it pop a bit to much im sure it looks great in the flesh

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by Syed117

What I don't appreciate is Rolex heavily editing the pictures they use on their website to make them look red and blue when they aren't.

Agreed. Although one could look at a WG pepsi to get a true sense of the bezel color. I don't really have much choice on the CHNR (but I'm hoping the editorial pieces I've read/seen show a true representation).

[m j b]

Originally Posted by Syed117

What I don't appreciate is Rolex heavily editing the colors they use on their website to make them look red and blue when they aren't.

I fell in love with and went to buy a BLRO until I saw it in person. I love the heft, the feel of the gold, etc. but the colors IRL just aren't as they appear in most photos. I assume, because it's what I read everywhere, that the bezel is the same for the Pepsi. So even at half the price, I still don't want it.

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by ALF61

I have not handled one, but I have seen tons of pictures side by side.

I don´t like the blue which is purplish, nor the red which is pinkish. The bezel looks like a raspberry and does not deserve to be called the Pepsi.

I will not be a taker of this watch until Rolex gets the colors right.

Very well written review. If Ben Clymer is a member of this forum, hopefully he sees how true editorials are done.

[drmizzou]

definitely not for everyone! Actually am glad one less person is interested!

[Rolexier]

In the UK a raspberry is slang for a fart

[Colin G]

Originally Posted by Rolexier

In the UK a raspberry is slang for a fart

This thread is definitely a raspberry.

One less person on the waiting list for one means those of us waiting will get one sooner.