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learnmore60 · 31 January 2009, 01:14 AM

We have this One passion that brings us all together! And thats ROLEX :)

What is your 2nd Choice after Rolex?? (ok Rolex again I hear - so whats your 3rd choice then?)

I wonder if us Rolex guys have a common 2nd?

Sorry if your watch is not on the list.. please mention if not...
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chenx15 · 31 January 2009, 01:16 AM

i just realized that i don't have a second choice, i tried panerai, i tried AP, i even tried VC and Omega. there is just no other brand... actually no i love seiko.

tphan · 31 January 2009, 01:22 AM

I have tried Omega...that didn't work.

yannis · 31 January 2009, 01:24 AM

Where is Vacheron Constantin? I voted Patek anyway!

frostie · 31 January 2009, 01:26 AM

Patek for me

snowcrash · 31 January 2009, 01:29 AM

Believe it or not I love my $200 Luminox if I'm not wearing my Rolex.

chenx15 · 31 January 2009, 01:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowcrash

Believe it or not I love my $200 Luminox if I'm not wearing my Rolex.

i believe you. my passion for seiko and rolex are currently at par

topcat30093 · 1 February 2009, 02:14 PM

I believe that my Avatar, will give my answer away.
But in my case it will be reversed.
I.E. Patek first.

rmcarlton · 31 January 2009, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowcrash

believe it or not i love my $200 luminox if i'm not wearing my rolex.

x2

oneillba · 31 January 2009, 02:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowcrash

Believe it or not I love my $200 Luminox if I'm not wearing my Rolex.

I'd agree, for a tool watch I would choose my Luminox Navy Seals and for dress I would choose my Movado.

The GMT Master · 31 January 2009, 01:34 AM

Hmm, tough choice, I love watches from so many different brands, it's hard to put any in second place. I'd be more than happy to purchase a Cartier, or an Omega, or a Patek, or a Chronoswiss, or a Jaeger.... etc., etc.

There are a lot of good brands out there, but there's only one brand that I consistently love, and that's Rolex

Trurolexer · 31 January 2009, 02:00 AM

panerai...

DSJ · 31 January 2009, 02:24 AM

I thought about this before answering, and finally decided Omega based on the following:

I do dream of owning a PP some day, or maybe even an A Lange. But, if I had all the money from my 2 Rolex and 1 Omega, and no watches, what would I do/buy? I could afford a used PP Calatrava and maybe a Hamilton for daily wear. I don't think this would make me as happy as having an Omega for daily wear, and then perhaps a JLC Reverso for dress. Or if I had to stay with one brand, get a high-end Omega DeVille for dress (perhaps an Hour Vision). I enjoyed wearing my SMP almost daily for over 7.5 years before finally acquiring a Rolex. Omegas are outstanding.

Jimbits76 · 31 January 2009, 02:28 AM

JlC.

I love them....although if I could afford a breguet I'd have one in a heartbeat.

However....if not Rolex...then no watch! I have way too many other things to spend £4 grand on.

J

greywolf · 31 January 2009, 02:30 AM

Omega here..

gw

Rolexitis · 31 January 2009, 02:31 AM

I voted Breitling, but I like many on that list. Do not forget Vacheron Constantin either

cody p · 31 January 2009, 02:41 AM

i'm a one watch guy - as much as i like the 'sir fancy pants' stuff, i don't think it would hold up to the rigours - so if no rolex, then it would be an omega speedy pro.

Frost · 31 January 2009, 02:49 AM

I agree once you have a Rolex everything feels second best.
But if I was pushed I'd go with JLC.
Patek I feel is becoming too common especially on those non-WIS folks who think that by wearing a brand other than a Rolex somehow they are going against the herd mentality

mretzloff · 31 January 2009, 02:55 AM

How can you leave out VC and Lange?

GerardoG · 31 January 2009, 03:05 AM

Well. My 2 cents: Several years ago my first non Rolex purchase was Cartier, and I went through several timepieces (panther, santos, pasha, roadster) and then it hit me: It is not brand related at all! While Rolex makes an outstanding product, high quality (at a price) there are lots of great watches out there and it is very (or should I say extremely) difficult to compare them on the same basis. For instance, my JLC Squara Hometime is just fantastic and it just can not be compared to Rolex's GMT or Explorer. Why? Well, JLC is strap, dual display and exhibition caseback, and Rolex is a Rolex; but that does not demerit JLC. The actual 'after sales' experience with JLC has been 1,000 times more pleasant than Rolex, and the small details (box, warranty cards, etc) are far more elegant and detailed than Rolex.

So while I do agree that a Rolex is a Rolex, there is a fantastic array of beautiful watches out there. Once again, the golden rule: buy what speaks to you. It might be a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster, a Breitling Chrono Avenger, a Patek Calatrava, a JLC Reverso, IWC Portugese, Longines Master or something as simple as a Hamilton Khaki; as long as YOU are happy, who cares what others think.

Enjoy life my friends, we only live once; Rolex is and will always be Rolex but dare now and then to go wild and try something different, you might be surprised. And for us Rolex lovers: once you put your Rolex back on your wrist, the 'welcome back' feeling is amazing! Have a great weekend!!!

Mort · 31 January 2009, 03:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Well. My 2 cents: Several years ago my first non Rolex purchase was Cartier, and I went through several timepieces (panther, santos, pasha, roadster) and then it hit me: It is not brand related at all! While Rolex makes an outstanding product, high quality (at a price) there are lots of great watches out there and it is very (or should I say extremely) difficult to compare them on the same basis. For instance, my JLC Squara Hometime is just fantastic and it just can not be compared to Rolex's GMT or Explorer. Why? Well, JLC is strap, dual display and exhibition caseback, and Rolex is a Rolex; but that does not demerit JLC. The actual 'after sales' experience with JLC has been 1,000 times more pleasant than Rolex, and the small details (box, warranty cards, etc) are far more elegant and detailed than Rolex.

So while I do agree that a Rolex is a Rolex, there is a fantastic array of beautiful watches out there. Once again, the golden rule: buy what speaks to you. It might be a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster, a Breitling Chrono Avenger, a Patek Calatrava, a JLC Reverso, IWC Portugese, Longines Master or something as simple as a Hamilton Khaki; as long as YOU are happy, who cares what others think.

Enjoy life my friends, we only live once; Rolex is and will always be Rolex but dare now and then to go wild and try something different, you might be surprised. And for us Rolex lovers: once you put your Rolex back on your wrist, the 'welcome back' feeling is amazing! Have a great weekend!!!

That was very well put, thanks.

DSJ · 31 January 2009, 04:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mort

That was very well put, thanks.

x2 Gerardo!

JJ Irani · 31 January 2009, 04:40 AM

Other than Rolex, I have had the pleasure of owning OMEGAs, Longines, TAGs, Raymond Weil, MIDO, Seiko, etc..........but I think OMEGA would be the pick of the lot.

JJ

chenx15 · 31 January 2009, 04:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Other than Rolex, I have had the pleasure of owning OMEGAs, Longines, TAGs, Raymond Weil, MIDO, Seiko, etc..........but I think OMEGA would be the pick of the lot.

JJ

JJ i thought you were a Rado fanatic

GerardoG · 31 January 2009, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

x2 Gerardo!

Just my 2 cents. Guess that with you and Mort, it s our 4 cents!

GerardoG · 31 January 2009, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mort

That was very well put, thanks.

Thanks

Nica64 · 31 January 2009, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Well. My 2 cents: Several years ago my first non Rolex purchase was Cartier, and I went through several timepieces (panther, santos, pasha, roadster) and then it hit me: It is not brand related at all! While Rolex makes an outstanding product, high quality (at a price) there are lots of great watches out there and it is very (or should I say extremely) difficult to compare them on the same basis. For instance, my JLC Squara Hometime is just fantastic and it just can not be compared to Rolex's GMT or Explorer. Why? Well, JLC is strap, dual display and exhibition caseback, and Rolex is a Rolex; but that does not demerit JLC. The actual 'after sales' experience with JLC has been 1,000 times more pleasant than Rolex, and the small details (box, warranty cards, etc) are far more elegant and detailed than Rolex.

So while I do agree that a Rolex is a Rolex, there is a fantastic array of beautiful watches out there. Once again, the golden rule: buy what speaks to you. It might be a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster, a Breitling Chrono Avenger, a Patek Calatrava, a JLC Reverso, IWC Portugese, Longines Master or something as simple as a Hamilton Khaki; as long as YOU are happy, who cares what others think.

Enjoy life my friends, we only live once; Rolex is and will always be Rolex but dare now and then to go wild and try something different, you might be surprised. And for us Rolex lovers: once you put your Rolex back on your wrist, the 'welcome back' feeling is amazing! Have a great weekend!!!

Thanks Gerardo, your explanation is beautiful

I like Rolex, Panerai and Breilting.......... to be honest I like all brands, I love watches!!!

Subexplorer · 31 January 2009, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Well. My 2 cents: Several years ago my first non Rolex purchase was Cartier, and I went through several timepieces (panther, santos, pasha, roadster) and then it hit me: It is not brand related at all! While Rolex makes an outstanding product, high quality (at a price) there are lots of great watches out there and it is very (or should I say extremely) difficult to compare them on the same basis. For instance, my JLC Squara Hometime is just fantastic and it just can not be compared to Rolex's GMT or Explorer. Why? Well, JLC is strap, dual display and exhibition caseback, and Rolex is a Rolex; but that does not demerit JLC. The actual 'after sales' experience with JLC has been 1,000 times more pleasant than Rolex, and the small details (box, warranty cards, etc) are far more elegant and detailed than Rolex.

So while I do agree that a Rolex is a Rolex, there is a fantastic array of beautiful watches out there. Once again, the golden rule: buy what speaks to you. It might be a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster, a Breitling Chrono Avenger, a Patek Calatrava, a JLC Reverso, IWC Portugese, Longines Master or something as simple as a Hamilton Khaki; as long as YOU are happy, who cares what others think.

Enjoy life my friends, we only live once; Rolex is and will always be Rolex but dare now and then to go wild and try something different, you might be surprised. And for us Rolex lovers: once you put your Rolex back on your wrist, the 'welcome back' feeling is amazing! Have a great weekend!!!

I completely agree with GerardoG words.
I own 7 Rolex and love the brand since my early teens, owning my first Rolex (Sub) when I was 18 (and I´m 60 now).
There are some other brands I´d love to own at least one specimen: Breguet, Lange, Patek. Regretable, I guess they are out of my budget.

I own Breitling, Omega and Panerai. I Love these watches, and use them alternatively with my Rolex, but it is Rolex the one I prefer above all.
Best regards, Abel

rajurama · 31 January 2009, 03:10 AM

well actually i just love watches! :)

jdc · 31 January 2009, 03:10 AM

Rolex are at the higher end of what I am comfortable spending on a watch and for that reason I have bought my two Rolex second hand. So although I would love to spend loads of money on a PP Nautilus I could not justify it to myself or my family.
For me the value for money and quality you get in classic watches like a Omega Seamaster 2254 50 or a Speedmaster means I would go for Omega

View Poll Results: If not Rolex then which Watch Brand?
Jaeger LeCoultre	16	9.09%
Panerai	29	16.48%
Audemars Piguet	7	3.98%
Patek Philippe	23	13.07%
Breguet	1	0.57%
IWC	21	11.93%
Omega	53	30.11%
Girard Perregaux	1	0.57%
Breitling	21	11.93%
Vacheron & Constantin	4	2.27%
Voters: 176. You may not vote on this poll

31 January 2009, 01:14 AM	#1
learnmore60 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: UK Watch: Love the Vintage Posts: 363	If not Rolex then? We have this One passion that brings us all together! And thats ROLEX :) What is your 2nd Choice after Rolex?? (ok Rolex again I hear - so whats your 3rd choice then?) I wonder if us Rolex guys have a common 2nd? Sorry if your watch is not on the list.. please mention if not... .

31 January 2009, 01:16 AM	#2
chenx15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: somewhere Posts: 2,891	i just realized that i don't have a second choice, i tried panerai, i tried AP, i even tried VC and Omega. there is just no other brand... actually no i love seiko. __________________ 16 GS Titles 16 AMS titles (1 short of Agassi) 23 Consecutive GS semifinals 17/18 of the last GS finals, 237 consecutive weeks #1 5 consecutive wimbledon + 1 = 6 cups 5 consecutive US open 4 Australian open 1 Sweet french open a crown for every achievement The Greatest Of All Time loves Rolex

31 January 2009, 01:24 AM	#4
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	Where is Vacheron Constantin? I voted Patek anyway! __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

31 January 2009, 01:26 AM	#5
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Patek for me __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

31 January 2009, 01:22 AM	#3
tphan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 831	I have tried Omega...that didn't work.

31 January 2009, 01:29 AM	#6
snowcrash "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Aaron Location: Boston MA Watch: 1665 DRSD Mk/4 Posts: 106	Believe it or not I love my $200 Luminox if I'm not wearing my Rolex. __________________ -Aaron 1665 DRSD MK4 Sea Dweller 14060M 2-Line Submariner 216570 Polar Explorer II

1 February 2009, 02:14 PM	#8
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,460	I believe that my Avatar, will give my answer away. But in my case it will be reversed. I.E. Patek first. __________________

31 January 2009, 01:34 AM	#11
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	Hmm, tough choice, I love watches from so many different brands, it's hard to put any in second place. I'd be more than happy to purchase a Cartier, or an Omega, or a Patek, or a Chronoswiss, or a Jaeger.... etc., etc. There are a lot of good brands out there, but there's only one brand that I consistently love, and that's Rolex

31 January 2009, 02:00 AM	#12
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	panerai...

31 January 2009, 02:24 AM	#13
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	I thought about this before answering, and finally decided Omega based on the following: I do dream of owning a PP some day, or maybe even an A Lange. But, if I had all the money from my 2 Rolex and 1 Omega, and no watches, what would I do/buy? I could afford a used PP Calatrava and maybe a Hamilton for daily wear. I don't think this would make me as happy as having an Omega for daily wear, and then perhaps a JLC Reverso for dress. Or if I had to stay with one brand, get a high-end Omega DeVille for dress (perhaps an Hour Vision). I enjoyed wearing my SMP almost daily for over 7.5 years before finally acquiring a Rolex. Omegas are outstanding. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

31 January 2009, 02:28 AM	#14
Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	JlC. I love them....although if I could afford a breguet I'd have one in a heartbeat. However....if not Rolex...then no watch! I have way too many other things to spend £4 grand on. J

31 January 2009, 02:30 AM	#15
greywolf Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 35	Omega here.. gw

31 January 2009, 02:31 AM	#16
Rolexitis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Earth Watch: 114060 Posts: 3,203	I voted Breitling, but I like many on that list. Do not forget Vacheron Constantin either __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

31 January 2009, 02:41 AM	#17
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	i'm a one watch guy - as much as i like the 'sir fancy pants' stuff, i don't think it would hold up to the rigours - so if no rolex, then it would be an omega speedy pro.

31 January 2009, 02:49 AM	#18
Frost Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: London Posts: 73	I agree once you have a Rolex everything feels second best. But if I was pushed I'd go with JLC. Patek I feel is becoming too common especially on those non-WIS folks who think that by wearing a brand other than a Rolex somehow they are going against the herd mentality

31 January 2009, 02:55 AM	#19
mretzloff "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: USA Watch: Submariner Date Posts: 822	How can you leave out VC and Lange? __________________ "M" 16610 Submariner "M" 16570w Explorer II

31 January 2009, 03:05 AM	#20
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Well. My 2 cents: Several years ago my first non Rolex purchase was Cartier, and I went through several timepieces (panther, santos, pasha, roadster) and then it hit me: It is not brand related at all! While Rolex makes an outstanding product, high quality (at a price) there are lots of great watches out there and it is very (or should I say extremely) difficult to compare them on the same basis. For instance, my JLC Squara Hometime is just fantastic and it just can not be compared to Rolex's GMT or Explorer. Why? Well, JLC is strap, dual display and exhibition caseback, and Rolex is a Rolex; but that does not demerit JLC. The actual 'after sales' experience with JLC has been 1,000 times more pleasant than Rolex, and the small details (box, warranty cards, etc) are far more elegant and detailed than Rolex. So while I do agree that a Rolex is a Rolex, there is a fantastic array of beautiful watches out there. Once again, the golden rule: buy what speaks to you. It might be a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster, a Breitling Chrono Avenger, a Patek Calatrava, a JLC Reverso, IWC Portugese, Longines Master or something as simple as a Hamilton Khaki; as long as YOU are happy, who cares what others think. Enjoy life my friends, we only live once; Rolex is and will always be Rolex but dare now and then to go wild and try something different, you might be surprised. And for us Rolex lovers: once you put your Rolex back on your wrist, the 'welcome back' feeling is amazing! Have a great weekend!!! Last edited by GerardoG; 31 January 2009 at 03:07 AM.. Reason: Bad spelling...sorry!

31 January 2009, 04:40 AM	#23
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Other than Rolex, I have had the pleasure of owning OMEGAs, Longines, TAGs, Raymond Weil, MIDO, Seiko, etc..........but I think OMEGA would be the pick of the lot. JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

31 January 2009, 03:10 AM	#29
rajurama "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Rick Location: Wakanda Watch: amacallit Posts: 2,090	well actually i just love watches! :)

31 January 2009, 03:10 AM	#30
jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	Rolex are at the higher end of what I am comfortable spending on a watch and for that reason I have bought my two Rolex second hand. So although I would love to spend loads of money on a PP Nautilus I could not justify it to myself or my family. For me the value for money and quality you get in classic watches like a Omega Seamaster 2254 50 or a Speedmaster means I would go for Omega

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