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crossplatform · 12 May 2010, 07:50 AM

I will never own a Rolex in my lifetime most likely, but I do think they are good watches. Would I like to own a real SUB, absolutely. I wish they'd bring back some of the models that would run on batteries for an intro Rolex.

What do you guys think?

BarkMaster · 12 May 2010, 07:53 AM

I think if they would be easy to obtain, you'd have less satisfaction owning one.

The GMT Master · 12 May 2010, 08:02 AM

Well, with a bit of careful saving, a Rolex isn't that unobtainable, especially if you look at the second hand market. Welcome to the site, you'll soon catch that Rolex sickness

Yazo · 12 May 2010, 08:04 AM

BS. Out of reach is a frame of mind... if you want it bad enough you can save for it.

karmatp · 12 May 2010, 08:08 AM

It's not the brand of the watch, it's the joy of owning a nice mechanical watch that will last a lifetime, so I am not a fan of the whole battery idea.

Honestly, you can put money aside and pick up a nice used sub and enjoy it for life. Prices are really not out of reach for anyone with a good, steady job, it's just about priorities. You can find a nice no date sub for around $3000, that is not a bad price for a watch that will last you a lifetime and maintain a solid resale value if you needed cash. I truly wish you the best, start saving now and you will find one soon enough.

Rolex is a mass produced, assembly line brand these days. There are so many subs in this world that if you look, you will find a great watch at a great price.

The GMT Kid · 12 May 2010, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by crossplatform

I wish they'd bring back some of the models that would run on batteries for an intro Rolex.

What do you guys think?

The only battery powered Rolex that I can think of is the Oyster Quartz. The used ones still cost more than most of the used SS Perpetual models. I would expect a new one to be in the $10,000 range.

rolexgolfer · 12 May 2010, 09:02 AM

A good used sub is $4k so if you put away $5 a day you should have one it 2 years. How does that sound?

nauticajoe · 12 May 2010, 09:27 AM

Save up for it, my man. Anything in life is obtainable...remember that.
Good luck!

dalip · 12 May 2010, 09:42 AM

depends how old you are mate???....that is how much life you reckon you've got ahead of you...when you look at $5 a day as posted above...for 2-3 years.....it's just about priorities....if you have responsibilities other than this then fair enough..

Good luck..you'll get lots of good advice here.

sakuraba · 12 May 2010, 09:44 AM

Earning something I consider "unobtainable" makes ownership much sweeter.

Kapture1 · 12 May 2010, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yazo

BS. Out of reach is a frame of mind... if you want it bad enough you can save for it.

Thats my warcry

CoopJr · 12 May 2010, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yazo

BS. Out of reach is a frame of mind... if you want it bad enough you can save for it.

X2!

Yazo · 12 May 2010, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kapture1

Thats my warcry

Quote:

Originally Posted by CoopJr

X2!

Brenngun · 12 May 2010, 10:03 AM

Like verything in life you need to set a goal and follow a plan to get there. Even if it takes 5, 10 or 20 years it will still be worth the wait. Sit down and figure out what you have to do to save for one and then just do it. Failure to plan is planning to fail.

Rolex Junky · 12 May 2010, 10:07 AM

Off topic. But those ribs on your avatar look mighty fine Rick.

Perdu · 12 May 2010, 10:15 AM

It would be a better world if Rolex watches were cheaper and more people could enjoy them on their wrists.

Brenngun · 12 May 2010, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex Junky

Off topic. But those ribs on your avatar look mighty fine Rick.

Thanks Junkie I work hard on them and they are tasty.....

superb · 12 May 2010, 11:36 AM

Don't give up hope. I am sure someday you would own one if you want it bad enough.

Art 1 · 12 May 2010, 11:59 AM

I thought the same years ago, keep working, studying and saving.

Mockingbird · 12 May 2010, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yazo

BS. Out of reach is a frame of mind... if you want it bad enough you can save for it.

Words to live by right there!

PeteNYC13 · 12 May 2010, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crossplatform

I will never own a Rolex in my lifetime most likely, but I do think they are good watches. Would I like to own a real SUB, absolutely. I wish they'd bring back some of the models that would run on batteries for an intro Rolex.

What do you guys think?

__________________________________________________ ______________

Welcome to TRF.
I had a picture of the SS Sub above my desk for over a year... saved every paycheck for it and everyone in my office knew it was my goal. Then I had some unexpected expenses and the "Rolex fund" was gone. Saved again and had my first Rolex!!
It was almost as exciting as buying my first car.

Good luck, save some $$$ and maybe find a nicely used model to get you going.

-Pete

wrxsti · 12 May 2010, 12:15 PM

Set a plan and save, only buy with cash no credit cards! When you are ready buy here in the for sale section and save money! Who needs ad's when you have trf!

gelshocker · 12 May 2010, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Perdu

It would be a better world if Rolex watches were cheaper and more people could enjoy them on their wrists.

No it wouldn't. It would devalue the luxury item and thus utility enjoyment.

gelshocker · 12 May 2010, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yazo

BS. Out of reach is a frame of mind... if you want it bad enough you can save for it.

Yazo my man

To quote Wolverine (X-Men Movie) to Colossus, "if you think that way, you've lost her already (sic)"

wholesaleneon · 12 May 2010, 01:26 PM

it took me about 30 months putting a little on side each week to get my GMTII. Its doable if you really want it. Its only 4k, use your tax return, or instead of buying a 20k truck, buy a 16k truck, dont drink overpriced starbucks, there are TONs of ways to save 5$ a day and save the 4 grand.

Chipmunk · 12 May 2010, 01:43 PM

If you hang around here in TRF, I'm almost certain you'll find a way to fund that first ROLEX......Good luck

Slick · 12 May 2010, 01:44 PM

I have the opposite problem. My wife wants to get me a Rolex for my upcoming 50th B-day . . . But she has left the research to me. Hence my lurking on this site.

Yazo · 12 May 2010, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slick

I have the opposite problem. My wife wants to get me a Rolex for my upcoming 50th B-day . . . But she has left the research to me. Hence my lurking on this site.

Get a Daytona

wholesaleneon · 12 May 2010, 01:48 PM

TT sub with a champagne serti dial.......

TurboWatch · 12 May 2010, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karmatp

It's not the brand of the watch, it's the joy of owning a nice mechanical watch that will last a lifetime, so I am not a fan of the whole battery idea.

Honestly, you can put money aside and pick up a nice used sub and enjoy it for life. Prices are really not out of reach for anyone with a good, steady job, it's just about priorities. You can find a nice no date sub for around $3000, that is not a bad price for a watch that will last you a lifetime and maintain a solid resale value if you needed cash. I truly wish you the best, start saving now and you will find one soon enough.

Rolex is a mass produced, assembly line brand these days. There are so many subs in this world that if you look, you will find a great watch at a great price.

12 May 2010, 07:50 AM	#1
crossplatform Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: USA Posts: 22	Rolex, good watch, out of reach. I will never own a Rolex in my lifetime most likely, but I do think they are good watches. Would I like to own a real SUB, absolutely. I wish they'd bring back some of the models that would run on batteries for an intro Rolex. What do you guys think?

12 May 2010, 07:53 AM	#2
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	I think if they would be easy to obtain, you'd have less satisfaction owning one. __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

12 May 2010, 08:08 AM	#5
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	It's not the brand of the watch, it's the joy of owning a nice mechanical watch that will last a lifetime, so I am not a fan of the whole battery idea. Honestly, you can put money aside and pick up a nice used sub and enjoy it for life. Prices are really not out of reach for anyone with a good, steady job, it's just about priorities. You can find a nice no date sub for around $3000, that is not a bad price for a watch that will last you a lifetime and maintain a solid resale value if you needed cash. I truly wish you the best, start saving now and you will find one soon enough. Rolex is a mass produced, assembly line brand these days. There are so many subs in this world that if you look, you will find a great watch at a great price. __________________ My grails:

12 May 2010, 09:42 AM	#9
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	depends how old you are mate???....that is how much life you reckon you've got ahead of you...when you look at $5 a day as posted above...for 2-3 years.....it's just about priorities....if you have responsibilities other than this then fair enough.. Good luck..you'll get lots of good advice here. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

12 May 2010, 09:44 AM	#10
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	Earning something I consider "unobtainable" makes ownership much sweeter. __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

12 May 2010, 08:02 AM	#3
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	Well, with a bit of careful saving, a Rolex isn't that unobtainable, especially if you look at the second hand market. Welcome to the site, you'll soon catch that Rolex sickness

12 May 2010, 08:04 AM	#4
Yazo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,812	BS. Out of reach is a frame of mind... if you want it bad enough you can save for it.

12 May 2010, 09:02 AM	#7
rolexgolfer Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: USA Posts: 220	A good used sub is $4k so if you put away $5 a day you should have one it 2 years. How does that sound?

12 May 2010, 09:27 AM	#8
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Save up for it, my man. Anything in life is obtainable...remember that. Good luck!

12 May 2010, 10:03 AM	#14
Brenngun 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,866	Like verything in life you need to set a goal and follow a plan to get there. Even if it takes 5, 10 or 20 years it will still be worth the wait. Sit down and figure out what you have to do to save for one and then just do it. Failure to plan is planning to fail.

12 May 2010, 10:07 AM	#15
Rolex Junky Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Lorenzo Location: Netherlands Watch: 116710LN & 116201 Posts: 849	Off topic. But those ribs on your avatar look mighty fine Rick.

12 May 2010, 10:15 AM	#16
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	It would be a better world if Rolex watches were cheaper and more people could enjoy them on their wrists. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

12 May 2010, 11:36 AM	#18
superb "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: anywhere but here Posts: 690	Don't give up hope. I am sure someday you would own one if you want it bad enough.

12 May 2010, 11:59 AM	#19
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I thought the same years ago, keep working, studying and saving.

12 May 2010, 12:15 PM	#22
wrxsti "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 1,695	Set a plan and save, only buy with cash no credit cards! When you are ready buy here in the for sale section and save money! Who needs ad's when you have trf! __________________ PP Geneva

12 May 2010, 01:26 PM	#25
wholesaleneon Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: slidell, la Watch: 16713....TT GMT II Posts: 190	it took me about 30 months putting a little on side each week to get my GMTII. Its doable if you really want it. Its only 4k, use your tax return, or instead of buying a 20k truck, buy a 16k truck, dont drink overpriced starbucks, there are TONs of ways to save 5$ a day and save the 4 grand.

12 May 2010, 01:43 PM	#26
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	If you hang around here in TRF, I'm almost certain you'll find a way to fund that first ROLEX......Good luck __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

12 May 2010, 01:44 PM	#27
Slick "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 13	I have the opposite problem. My wife wants to get me a Rolex for my upcoming 50th B-day . . . But she has left the research to me. Hence my lurking on this site.

12 May 2010, 01:48 PM	#29
wholesaleneon Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: slidell, la Watch: 16713....TT GMT II Posts: 190	TT sub with a champagne serti dial.......

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