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Ed Rooney · 19 April 2010, 02:19 AM

I was conversing with an older couple this weekend. The long and short of it was that he told me had a Timex and it kept better time than his sons Rolex. When it breaks, he just gets another.

I hate getting sucked into these conversations. I wasn't even wearing my Rolex. I didn't tell him I own a Rolex.

The funny part is that this guy has a bass boat and a pickup truck he bought just to tow it.

This is why I try not to talk to people.

padi56 · 19 April 2010, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

I was conversing with an older couple this weekend. The long and short of it was that he told me had a Timex and it kept better time than his sons Rolex. When it breaks, he just gets another.

I hate getting sucked into these conversations. I wasn't even wearing my Rolex. I didn't tell him I own a Rolex.

The funny part is that this guy has a bass boat and a pickup truck he bought just to tow it.

This is why I try not to talk to people.

Most probably he was correct if the Timex was a quartz.

Ed Rooney · 19 April 2010, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Most probably he was correct if the Timex was a quartz.

Sure, but he was exceedingly smug about it.

It wouldn't even cross my mind to say "well, my 12 foot aluminum skiff gets to the fish and holds my cooler of beer just as well as a bass boat".

cdnwatchguy · 19 April 2010, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

Sure, but he was exceedingly smug about it.

It wouldn't even cross my mind to say "well, my 12 foot aluminum skiff gets to the fish and holds my cooler of beer just as well as a bass boat".

Different people have different priorities in life. What might be right for you doesn't necessarily fit for someone else.

GoldenBear · 19 April 2010, 02:42 AM

Who is it that said "Hell is other people"?...Anyway...It seems like there are two kinds of people...those that shop for items (baseball or concert tickets, wine list, watches, etc.) and start with the highest priced item and work their way down the list...and those that look for the cheapest possible price and work their way up. Two very different ways of thinking. I am the kind that starts with the highest price as it usually means the highest quality.

padi56 · 19 April 2010, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

Sure, but he was exceedingly smug about it.

It wouldn't even cross my mind to say "well, my 12 foot aluminum skiff gets to the fish and holds my cooler of beer just as well as a bass boat".

Well there are most certainly more Rolex watches in this world today than Timex.

Ed Rooney · 19 April 2010, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Well there are most certainly more Rolex watches in this world today than Timex.

You think?

I would bet the opposite. Rolex is cranking out a million a year. I think Timex probably makes that many of each of their models. Sure, their 1985 collection is mostly sitting in landfills, but they still have a bunch of working watches out there.

I don't have anything against Timex. I prefer Casio in that price range, but you can't argue with a $29 Ironman.

Truthfully, the conversation went in a few different directions that made me certain I didn't like them.

rr-nyc · 19 April 2010, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Well there are most certainly more Rolex watches in this world today than Timex.

Highly unlikely considering Timex sells over a million Iron Man watches alone each year. Add other Timex group brands (Timex, Timex Ironman, Marc Ecko, Nautica, Opex, TX, Guess, Valentino Timeless and Salvatore Ferragamo Timepieces)

biggums · 19 April 2010, 02:34 AM

Most of my friends are very proud and vocal to brag about the fact that their watch cost $10 and when it breaks after 5 years or so they just buy another.

This conversation usually begins when they see my Rolex and ask me how much I paid for it.

Lets face it some people could care less about a nice quality lifetime watch. To them its a waste of money. To each his own!

For me I have enjoyed all my Rolex's over the years and they are one quality thing you can carry, use and enjoy every day.

I am surprised at the number of people that never notice a fine watch. I have worn mostly Subs over the years and I could count the number of comments from folks about my wonderful watch on one hand. I think the general public is clueless over a Timez vs a Rolex.

Do I care? Nope I wear them and enjoy them for meee!

smallcandle · 19 April 2010, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

This is why I try not to talk to people.

Words to live by.

Sgt. Henry · 19 April 2010, 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

This is why I try not to talk to people.

Me too, (present company excluded of course)

kingblackbolt · 19 April 2010, 03:03 AM

I guess some people never rank their watches above "disposable"

Ed Rooney · 19 April 2010, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by kingblackbolt

I guess some people never rank their watches above "disposable"

I'm totally fine with that. The ones who let you know they are smarter or whatever because of it bug me.

kingblackbolt · 19 April 2010, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

I'm totally fine with that. The ones who let you know they are smarter or whatever because of it bug me.

Exactly... your hobby can be boats, faberge eggs or whatever the hell you want but don't look down your nose because you think that anyone who spends more than $20 on a watch is crazy!

snowbird · 19 April 2010, 08:31 AM

I'm a big fan of the Timex Ironman as well as Rolex, clearly a Rolex is a luxury purchase and a Timex will tell the time as well or better at a much lower price . . . that said I still just like wearing Rolex and that's a good enough reason to buy one to me . . .

A Rolex is also much better at holding its value than most other luxury items (cars, boats, etc.) so it's pretty good, as far as bad investments go!

mtrunner · 19 April 2010, 03:06 AM

We all have different priorities and prioritize what is important to us. To him a Rolex is not one of them. I just ignore these type of comments. To me I think it is dumb he spent all that money on a bass boat but I am not a fishermen. Different strokes for different folks.

vintage69 · 19 April 2010, 03:17 AM

I was once told that only the rich can afford cheap. A Rolex is a watch that will last generations while a Timex lasts a few years. By the time a Rolex is expired, you would have bought enough Timexes to have bought several Rolexes.

BMAN8 · 19 April 2010, 03:22 AM

You either have a passion for watches or you don't. If you don't, you buy a Timex or whatever and don't think about it for a second.

Agreed, I don't care for people asking how much my watches or other possessions cost. Not to mention any rude commentary regarding "over-spending".

I never tell anyone who asks how much my belongings cost.

Ed Rooney · 19 April 2010, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by vintage69

I was once told that only the rich can afford cheap. A Rolex is a watch that will last generations while a Timex lasts a few years. By the time a Rolex is expired, you would have bought enough Timexes to have bought several Rolexes.

One thing I learned from my father is to research a purchase thoroughly and spend the money for good quality. He's also incredibly skeptical. If the average person thinks they are getting a good deal, they are almost certainly getting ripped off. Regular schlubs will line up around the block to get ripped off if the marketing is slick enough, if you know what iMean.

jets · 19 April 2010, 09:27 AM

When I die, there won't be a pickup truck full of money following the Hurst. Enjoy it. If people ask what I paid for the watch I tell them and I welcome the 'I can buy..." argument. Why? So I can show them how much I care. Someone says "With that money I could have bought ____" and I reply with simply "and?" It's not a big deal.

Bullyterrier · 19 April 2010, 04:46 AM

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Originally Posted by vintage69

I was once told that only the rich can afford cheap. A Rolex is a watch that will last generations while a Timex lasts a few years. By the time a Rolex is expired, you would have bought enough Timexes to have bought several Rolexes.

Do you think so?

If you paid £10 for a watch that lasted 5 years, in 40 years you would only have spent £80, so even if you pay a little more or throw them out before 5 years you are still a long way from a Rolex price.

I have just bought a G-shock which will be more accurate than my LV, it will tell the time in 29 time zones, has multiple alarms, and even tells the tide times, non of which my LV can do.
And at a fraction of the price of my LV, I could probably get nearly 100 of them for the price of the Rolex!

TerryF · 19 April 2010, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Bullyterrier

Do you think so?

If you paid £10 for a watch that lasted 5 years, in 40 years you would only have spent £80, so even if you pay a little more or throw them out before 5 years you are still a long way from a Rolex price.

I have just bought a G-shock which will be more accurate than my LV, it will tell the time in 29 time zones, has multiple alarms, and even tells the tide times, non of which my LV can do.
And at a fraction of the price of my LV, I could probably get nearly 100 of them for the price of the Rolex!

and it'll still JUST BE a Casio!!

Bullyterrier · 19 April 2010, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TerryF

and it'll still JUST BE a Casio!!

I do know this, but I am also not blinkered to the Rolex is the be-all and end-all.

I do realise that a lot cheaper watch will be more accurate (as padi56 stated previously) and have a lot more functions, and if someone does not understand why you would pay the amount you do for a Rolex then that is fine.
Some people don't understand why I would pay the money I did for my dogs. Some people don't understand why others pay large amounts of money on a bottle of wine, why spend the money on a Merc or BMW when a ford will do the same.

To some people a Rolex will only JUST BE a Rolex and nothing compared to a high end watch (as was in this thread)

There are horses for courses.

TerryF · 20 April 2010, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Bullyterrier

To some people a Rolex will only JUST BE a Rolex and nothing compared to a high end watch (as was in this thread)

I will definitely have to disagree with you on this - Rolex marketing has ensured that the Rolex time piece will never just be another time piece.

Many people may not know what a Rolex looks like but most will have heard of it. (and I'm excluding deeper darker Africa here for obvious reasons)

Goodwatch · 19 April 2010, 03:31 AM

If all you want is to know the time then any more or less reliable watch will do the job. Trying to convince people of your own point of view is pointless but that isn't restricted to watches.

We all have our own preferences. A month ago I bought a pocket knife, a 'boyscout' model. It is a handmade replica of the knife German soldiers were issued in the beginning of the 20th century. I use it like you would use a 99 cent knife. But it was $155 and if my colleagues knew that, they would think I'm crazy. Yes, that 99 cent knife will cut a rope too. And at least in the beginning equally well.

The same goes for a fountain pen vs. a cheap gel pen. But to me it is not just about the primary function, anything can be reasoned away. Besides being practical I believe personal items must be able to bestow a feeling of happiness on the the owner. A Rolex can do that. That pocketknife can do that and a fountain pen can do that too.

I seek no explanation nor do I give it. Be happy, life is short

biggums · 19 April 2010, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

If all you want is to know the time then any more or less reliable watch will do the job. Trying to convince people of your own point of view is pointless but that isn't restricted to watches.

We all have our own preferences. A month ago I bought a pocket knife, a 'boyscout' model. It is a handmade replica of the knife German soldiers were issued in the beginning of the 20th century. I use it like you would use a 99 cent knife. But it was $155 and if my colleagues knew that, they would think I'm crazy. Yes, that 99 cent knife will cut a rope too. And at least in the beginning equally well.

The same goes for a fountain pen vs. a cheap gel pen. But to me it is not just about the primary function, anything can be reasoned away. Besides being practical I believe personal items must be able to bestow a feeling of happiness on the the owner. A Rolex can do that. That pocketknife can do that and a fountain pen can do that too.

I seek no explanation nor do I give it. Be happy, life is short

Well said!

DDG · 20 April 2010, 01:54 AM

I have an old Keen-Kutter Hardware store sign in my collection somewhere. It sez: "The recollection of quality remains, long after the cost is forgotten" But as far as timekeeping ability, I'm betting on the Timex.... Kinda sad.

Dylan Wade · 21 April 2010, 01:42 AM

I did not buy a Rolex to simply tell the time, its far more complex than that.........

InVision · 19 April 2010, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

This is why I try not to talk to people.

AMEN !!

36475koz · 19 April 2010, 04:49 AM

The best response is a shoulder shrug and an about-face.

You could also consider pulling the plug on his bass boat...just for laughs.

19 April 2010, 02:19 AM	#1
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	Another Timex moment I was conversing with an older couple this weekend. The long and short of it was that he told me had a Timex and it kept better time than his sons Rolex. When it breaks, he just gets another. I hate getting sucked into these conversations. I wasn't even wearing my Rolex. I didn't tell him I own a Rolex. The funny part is that this guy has a bass boat and a pickup truck he bought just to tow it. This is why I try not to talk to people.

19 April 2010, 02:42 AM	#5
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	Who is it that said "Hell is other people"?...Anyway...It seems like there are two kinds of people...those that shop for items (baseball or concert tickets, wine list, watches, etc.) and start with the highest priced item and work their way down the list...and those that look for the cheapest possible price and work their way up. Two very different ways of thinking. I am the kind that starts with the highest price as it usually means the highest quality. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

19 April 2010, 03:03 AM	#12
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19 April 2010, 09:27 AM	#20
jets "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mario Location: CANADA Posts: 2,483	When I die, there won't be a pickup truck full of money following the Hurst. Enjoy it. If people ask what I paid for the watch I tell them and I welcome the 'I can buy..." argument. Why? So I can show them how much I care. Someone says "With that money I could have bought ____" and I reply with simply "and?" It's not a big deal. __________________ ♛ DJII 116234 · Submariner 126610LV · Yacht Master 42 226659 ✿ Pelagos 25600TN Ω X-33 Speedmaster Skywalker · 1861 Speedmaster Modsukoshi · SMP 2254.50 · SMP 2230.50 NAC · Seamaster 300 166.0324 · Genève 162.037 Seiko SLA033 Willard · SKX007

19 April 2010, 03:31 AM	#25
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	If all you want is to know the time then any more or less reliable watch will do the job. Trying to convince people of your own point of view is pointless but that isn't restricted to watches. We all have our own preferences. A month ago I bought a pocket knife, a 'boyscout' model. It is a handmade replica of the knife German soldiers were issued in the beginning of the 20th century. I use it like you would use a 99 cent knife. But it was $155 and if my colleagues knew that, they would think I'm crazy. Yes, that 99 cent knife will cut a rope too. And at least in the beginning equally well. The same goes for a fountain pen vs. a cheap gel pen. But to me it is not just about the primary function, anything can be reasoned away. Besides being practical I believe personal items must be able to bestow a feeling of happiness on the the owner. A Rolex can do that. That pocketknife can do that and a fountain pen can do that too. I seek no explanation nor do I give it. Be happy, life is short __________________ Member# 127

19 April 2010, 02:34 AM	#9
biggums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Helena, Montana Watch: Rolex 2c Sub Blue Posts: 268	Most of my friends are very proud and vocal to brag about the fact that their watch cost $10 and when it breaks after 5 years or so they just buy another. This conversation usually begins when they see my Rolex and ask me how much I paid for it. Lets face it some people could care less about a nice quality lifetime watch. To them its a waste of money. To each his own! For me I have enjoyed all my Rolex's over the years and they are one quality thing you can carry, use and enjoy every day. I am surprised at the number of people that never notice a fine watch. I have worn mostly Subs over the years and I could count the number of comments from folks about my wonderful watch on one hand. I think the general public is clueless over a Timez vs a Rolex. Do I care? Nope I wear them and enjoy them for meee!

19 April 2010, 08:31 AM	#15
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	I'm a big fan of the Timex Ironman as well as Rolex, clearly a Rolex is a luxury purchase and a Timex will tell the time as well or better at a much lower price . . . that said I still just like wearing Rolex and that's a good enough reason to buy one to me . . . A Rolex is also much better at holding its value than most other luxury items (cars, boats, etc.) so it's pretty good, as far as bad investments go!

19 April 2010, 03:06 AM	#16
mtrunner 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,835	We all have different priorities and prioritize what is important to us. To him a Rolex is not one of them. I just ignore these type of comments. To me I think it is dumb he spent all that money on a bass boat but I am not a fishermen. Different strokes for different folks.

19 April 2010, 03:17 AM	#17
vintage69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Bob W Location: sunny sw Watch: 1969 p date Posts: 382	I was once told that only the rich can afford cheap. A Rolex is a watch that will last generations while a Timex lasts a few years. By the time a Rolex is expired, you would have bought enough Timexes to have bought several Rolexes.

19 April 2010, 03:22 AM	#18
BMAN8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: CAN Posts: 629	You either have a passion for watches or you don't. If you don't, you buy a Timex or whatever and don't think about it for a second. Agreed, I don't care for people asking how much my watches or other possessions cost. Not to mention any rude commentary regarding "over-spending". I never tell anyone who asks how much my belongings cost.

20 April 2010, 01:54 AM	#27
DDG Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Dennis Garrett Location: Land of Oz Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 405	I have an old Keen-Kutter Hardware store sign in my collection somewhere. It sez: "The recollection of quality remains, long after the cost is forgotten" But as far as timekeeping ability, I'm betting on the Timex.... Kinda sad.

21 April 2010, 01:42 AM	#28
Dylan Wade Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC, Canada Watch: EXP II Posts: 545	I did not buy a Rolex to simply tell the time, its far more complex than that.........

19 April 2010, 04:49 AM	#30
36475koz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Bill Location: Chicago, USA Posts: 193	The best response is a shoulder shrug and an about-face. You could also consider pulling the plug on his bass boat...just for laughs.

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