JJ's Observation About the "Hulk"

[ersnyder]

According to JJ, the only Rolex model with a dial of "noble" metal (precious metal) is the Platinum YM. That is up until the "Hulk" because the dial is ''Green Gold", a gold alloy developed by Rolex.

Any thoughts about "Green Gold?"

[datejust1]

I agree! :)

[sakuraba]

It does look "noble".

[CoopJr]

Man that is nice Eric. More pictures when you get a chance please! As for Green gold....that process posted here would be an interesting read

I say that there are now two Rolex watches with dials of noble medal.

[ersnyder]

Well, that was my opinion too but I'm interested to read what the "experts" have to say.

[Gagebuilder]

What are champagne dials made from? I believe they are painted, but with gold in the paint, possibly the same process as the platinum YM. Does this count?

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Gagebuilder

What are champagne dials made from? I believe they are painted, but with gold in the paint, possibly the same process as the platinum YM. Does this count?

You got part of that right, my friend. Champagne dials are made of brass and then gilded over.

The Platinum dial on the SS/Pt. YM is made up of SOLID 950 Grade pure Platinum as is the ENTIRE bezel - insert as well as serrated bit.

JJ

[Speed]

Re: Green Gold...One word - Marketing.

I like the look of it, but that's what it is. Rolex trying to make up a term - ala Rolesor (sounds like cold sore)...and give it meaning in your mind.

[david91686]

i think these new subs are going to be some hit!! the hype is unreal!!

[Gagebuilder]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

You got part of that right, my friend. Champagne dials are made of brass and then gilded over.

The Platinum dial on the SS/Pt. YM is made up of SOLID 950 Grade pure Platinum as is the ENTIRE bezel - insert as well as serrated bit.

JJ

Ah yes, I remember now, seeing a Platty taken apart with the 950 stamped on the back!

[DadsWatch72]

Green Gold....humm. It's original.

[ParisDakarBmw]

From being in the jewelry trade, I can say that the colored golds are very interesting. They aren't very common, but they are out there. Purple, Green, Rose, Blue, are the most common. However the alloys are made to wear, so the amount of alloy is more, and the gold less.

I am curious to know what percent of the alloy is in the green gold to give it the deep rich green.

I also wonder if the markers and hands are green gold, and the dial normal.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

From being in the jewelry trade, I can say that the colored golds are very interesting. They aren't very common, but they are out there. Purple, Green, Rose, Blue, are the most common. However the alloys are made to wear, so the amount of alloy is more, and the gold less.

I am curious to know what percent of the alloy is in the green gold to give it the deep rich green.

I also wonder if the markers and hands are green gold, and the dial normal.

The markers and hands definitely appear to be made of White Gold, Paul.

JJ

[ParisDakarBmw]

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=...L4SglAeQ06mCBA

[ParisDakarBmw]

http://www.jewelryexpert.com/catalog...arden-Ring.htm

[andrew79]

After looking at it several times, the green gold appears to be versatile and really looks nice !!!! need to have a side by side shot with the previous LV.... can't imagine I said that !!??! Previous LV....

[ersnyder]

Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

http://www.jewelryexpert.com/catalog...arden-Ring.htm

Interesting link Paul. I guess this is how to color gold!

[ersnyder]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The markers and hands definitely appear to be made of White Gold, Paul.

JJ

After getting out the loupe, the markers are definitely surrounded by white gold.

[MJCox]

I call B.S. as an amateur Metalsmith and Jeweler you can't make gold that's green. Not possible! Rose gold, white gold, Black Hills green gold Still looks like gold with that color tint to it. That Dial is not Gold. JMHO

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by MJCox

I call B.S. as an amateur Metalsmith and Jeweler you can't make gold that's green. Not possible! Rose gold, white gold, Black Hills green gold Still looks like gold with that color tint to it. That Dial is not Gold. JMHO

You may want to have another look at Paul's link posted above.

JJ

[Sixxgrand1]

Guys,....it is a green watch....

if it was any other brand then a Rolex would we even consider it....a green watch....? Give it some thought...not bashing here....but at the end of the day....it is a green watch....not something you would wear with a tux or even semi casual unless you took that color into consideration....I feel that it might be a little odd - perhaps that is a good thing....but if any other watch manufacturer marketed a green bezel / green faced timepiece what might be the general consensus...? simply curious....

[ersnyder]

The real "curiosity" is the green gold.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by ersnyder

The real "curiosity" is the green gold.

Agreed.............and when Rolex use the term "gold", they aren't mucking about with some plated crap. They mean business and would ONLY be talking about real gold.

JJ

[andrew79]

green is rolex color, whether we like it or not.... it shows the originality of a rolex.... some people may not appreciate it, but for some other, including me, the green just brings smile to our faces.... it works well for me in a suit with green shirt or green tie, can go both ways formal and casual, no problem at all......
It comes down to our individual taste in the end....

[ersnyder]

I agree, for it to look its best, color coordination would be in order.

[MJCox]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The markers and hands definitely appear to be made of White Gold, Paul.

JJ

Sorry JJ but those post's prove my point, They all look like Gold. That dial is matched perfectly to that bezel. You can't do that with Precious Metal there are a limited range of colors and they will never look that dark. JMHO

[ersnyder]

Actually, in "real life", the dial color and bezel color are most definitely not perfectly matched. The dial has a very "metallic" look to it while the bezel is a solid ceramic green.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by MJCox

Sorry JJ but those post's prove my point, They all look like Gold. That dial is matched perfectly to that bezel. You can't do that with Precious Metal there are a limited range of colors and they will never look that dark. JMHO

I've just got off the Rolex website www.rolex.com and under the SPECIFICATIONS for this watch, under DIAL it says GREEN GOLD DIAL.

Now, as I've stated in my earlier post, Rolex mean business when they use the term gold and it's not a term they would use very losely.

I'm pretty sure that is GOLD, not sure about the number of Carats involved, but somehow Rolex have managed to come up with GREEN GOLD..........and you can take that to the bank.

I've known Rolex way too long to realise that they never bluff when they talk about gold - they mean it.........and, trust me, that is gold!!

JJ

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by ersnyder

Actually, in "real life", the dial color and bezel color are most definitely not perfectly matched. The dial has a very "metallic" look to it while the bezel is a solid ceramic green.

And, if it's of any further interest to you, those markers on the BEZEL are platinum blasted!!

[MJCox]

even if not perfect you can't create carat gold in what ever color you want. Not genuine carat gold. Understand I said Genuine Carat Gold. If they have bonded Gold flake to something else then that could be