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TimingIsEverything · 3 March 2012, 05:24 AM

I have a 116610 black Submariner, and I feel the best quality part on most Rolexes is the quality of the finish (polishing, brushing, etc.) Also how nicely the bracelet looks and feels (each link, the clasp mechanisms, etc, is just machined beautfully).

Now let's hear yours!!!

Brenngun · 3 March 2012, 05:36 AM

It's ability to keep time ..... so the movement within.

esm · 3 March 2012, 05:37 AM

the whole package, including the history and marketing... for me anyway.

rad87gn · 3 March 2012, 05:40 AM

I think the entire thing. They are so well made they last for many decades. They thought about every part of the watch and how they can make it last.

Dr. Robert · 3 March 2012, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

the whole package, including the history and marketing... for me anyway.

Me too

A.Sharp · 3 March 2012, 05:41 AM

it chisels down to perfection, quality materials, and percision craftsmanship. Not to mention their global involvement in the arts, culture, travel, politics, business, society, civilization, personal acheivement and I could go on. Thats what I call quality.

Ps. having said that, my DJ kinda keep poor time. It keeps ticking but its always been fast. in another year or so it will be five years new and I will have it serviced - hopefully the problem will be fixed.

MoBe · 3 March 2012, 05:45 AM

The 3135 movement is hard to beat for toughness I think,after that I`d have to say that everything else about the watch represents quality.

MortgageGuy · 3 March 2012, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

the whole package, including the history and marketing... for me anyway.

Agreed, everything about it is "QUALITY" IMO. For me the fact that they are so damn durable and can take just about anything I can is the best selling point

A.J.R. · 3 March 2012, 05:47 AM

Accuracy.

WhatTheDeuce · 3 March 2012, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by A.J.R.

Accuracy.

From something purely mechanical.

joe100 · 3 March 2012, 05:54 AM

A great mechanical watch, made by a great company. Rolex SA is a charity that happens to make watches. I like that.

The marketing too. I know that it's there purely to make me spend money but who can look at the "If you were..." ads and not want a Rolex?

If you were flying the Concorde tomorrow, you'd wear a Rolex...i'm HOOKED!

azguy · 3 March 2012, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

the whole package, including the history and marketing... for me anyway.

Nailed it

As for the people that said "the movement" how come we don't see more clear casebacks

gargamel647 · 3 March 2012, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

the whole package, including the history and marketing... for me anyway.

Ditto

joeh · 3 March 2012, 06:19 AM

reputation, word of mouth opinions are all excellent. To me it means quality.

mrbill2mrbill2 · 3 March 2012, 06:41 AM

It's accuracy, for a mechanical, and it's bullit proof durability.

jrbar-on · 3 March 2012, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by mrbill2mrbill2

It's accuracy, for a mechanical, and it's bullit proof durability.

I agree 100%

Jonathan

floater156 · 3 March 2012, 07:02 AM

The hour hand on my DJII ends perfectly at the edge of the date window. This is just one example of attention to detail and perfection that Rolex is famous for.

EchoBlueUK · 3 March 2012, 08:38 AM

Case, Finishing, Movement.

CDNWatchNut · 3 March 2012, 08:56 AM

For me, on my 14060 sub...it's the solid feel of the triplock crown when manually winding and screwing it down. It gives confidence that the crown is not going to let water in. Unfortunately the twinlocks on my EXP II and GMT II don't quite give the same feel, but it's not really an issue as I enjoy them on dry land.

gwalker · 3 March 2012, 09:05 AM

I find the whole package of my Sub C screams quality. The quality for the price is second to none (with the new Omega POs coming in a close second IMO.). Sure there are many other brands that give the same quality or better but get ready to spend $25k++++ for a SS model like the nautilus or AP ROO Chrono.

Perdu · 3 March 2012, 10:55 AM

I like their movements - really well engineered. I also appreciate the relatively timeless designs.

nim · 3 March 2012, 10:59 AM

design and reliability

Speed · 3 March 2012, 11:34 AM

Clean, crisp design of the dial + bezel on subs and gmts

kilyung · 3 March 2012, 11:36 AM

Whole package but especially accuracy

TSts · 3 March 2012, 11:37 AM

Precision fit and tight tolerances

z0mghenry · 3 March 2012, 11:39 AM

1) Classic yet modern look at the same time
2) Dress up or dress down on all models (imo)
3) Accurate
4) Robustness/durability
5) Resale value (if I was ever in a really dire situation)

Alcan · 3 March 2012, 12:07 PM

The smoothness of the bezel when I rotate it.

masterserg · 3 March 2012, 12:10 PM

They are rock solid and dependable. On top of what was said above.

handsfull · 3 March 2012, 01:45 PM

Alot of the above, but add the build quality of the bracelet and clasp...I think it's the best design (certainly the most copied!) out there.

GradyPhilpott · 3 March 2012, 02:12 PM

I have to go with the movement.

Sure, the fit and finish thing is tied up in a neat little package, but it's the movement that continues to impress.

The Rolex organization is nothing to sneeze at either.

3 March 2012, 05:24 AM	#1
TimingIsEverything Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: WatchULookinAt Location: US Posts: 564	What do you consider 'quality' about your Rolex? I have a 116610 black Submariner, and I feel the best quality part on most Rolexes is the quality of the finish (polishing, brushing, etc.) Also how nicely the bracelet looks and feels (each link, the clasp mechanisms, etc, is just machined beautfully). Now let's hear yours!!!

3 March 2012, 05:40 AM	#4
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	I think the entire thing. They are so well made they last for many decades. They thought about every part of the watch and how they can make it last. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

3 March 2012, 05:47 AM	#9
A.J.R. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: AJ Location: Oregon Watch: SUBC, DJII Posts: 1,827	Accuracy. __________________

3 March 2012, 06:41 AM	#15
mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	It's accuracy, for a mechanical, and it's bullit proof durability. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of the Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons - ID # 13

3 March 2012, 07:02 AM	#17
floater156 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Wisconsin Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,984	The hour hand on my DJII ends perfectly at the edge of the date window. This is just one example of attention to detail and perfection that Rolex is famous for. __________________ Lead by example through production.

3 March 2012, 05:36 AM	#2
Brenngun 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,867	It's ability to keep time ..... so the movement within.

3 March 2012, 05:37 AM	#3
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	the whole package, including the history and marketing... for me anyway.

3 March 2012, 05:41 AM	#6
A.Sharp "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: New York City Posts: 2,062	it chisels down to perfection, quality materials, and percision craftsmanship. Not to mention their global involvement in the arts, culture, travel, politics, business, society, civilization, personal acheivement and I could go on. Thats what I call quality. Ps. having said that, my DJ kinda keep poor time. It keeps ticking but its always been fast. in another year or so it will be five years new and I will have it serviced - hopefully the problem will be fixed.

3 March 2012, 05:45 AM	#7
MoBe "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 6,773	The 3135 movement is hard to beat for toughness I think,after that I`d have to say that everything else about the watch represents quality.

3 March 2012, 05:54 AM	#11
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	A great mechanical watch, made by a great company. Rolex SA is a charity that happens to make watches. I like that. The marketing too. I know that it's there purely to make me spend money but who can look at the "If you were..." ads and not want a Rolex? If you were flying the Concorde tomorrow, you'd wear a Rolex...i'm HOOKED!

3 March 2012, 06:19 AM	#14
joeh Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 112	reputation, word of mouth opinions are all excellent. To me it means quality.

3 March 2012, 08:38 AM	#18
EchoBlueUK "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Posts: 1,543	Case, Finishing, Movement.

3 March 2012, 08:56 AM	#19
CDNWatchNut "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Juan Location: Sherwood Park, Ab Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,509	For me, on my 14060 sub...it's the solid feel of the triplock crown when manually winding and screwing it down. It gives confidence that the crown is not going to let water in. Unfortunately the twinlocks on my EXP II and GMT II don't quite give the same feel, but it's not really an issue as I enjoy them on dry land.

3 March 2012, 09:05 AM	#20
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	I find the whole package of my Sub C screams quality. The quality for the price is second to none (with the new Omega POs coming in a close second IMO.). Sure there are many other brands that give the same quality or better but get ready to spend $25k++++ for a SS model like the nautilus or AP ROO Chrono.

3 March 2012, 10:55 AM	#21
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	I like their movements - really well engineered. I also appreciate the relatively timeless designs. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

3 March 2012, 10:59 AM	#22
nim Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: singapore Watch: cosmograph daytona Posts: 388	design and reliability

3 March 2012, 11:34 AM	#23
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Clean, crisp design of the dial + bezel on subs and gmts

3 March 2012, 11:36 AM	#24
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Whole package but especially accuracy

3 March 2012, 11:37 AM	#25
TSts "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: So-Cal USA Posts: 1,067	Precision fit and tight tolerances __________________ 116710LN 116300blro

3 March 2012, 11:39 AM	#26
z0mghenry "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Henry Location: GA Posts: 617	1) Classic yet modern look at the same time 2) Dress up or dress down on all models (imo) 3) Accurate 4) Robustness/durability 5) Resale value (if I was ever in a really dire situation)

3 March 2012, 12:07 PM	#27
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	The smoothness of the bezel when I rotate it. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

3 March 2012, 12:10 PM	#28
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	They are rock solid and dependable. On top of what was said above. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

3 March 2012, 01:45 PM	#29
handsfull "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: J Location: The great Midwest Watch: youlookinat? Posts: 2,369	Alot of the above, but add the build quality of the bracelet and clasp...I think it's the best design (certainly the most copied!) out there.

3 March 2012, 02:12 PM	#30
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	I have to go with the movement. Sure, the fit and finish thing is tied up in a neat little package, but it's the movement that continues to impress. The Rolex organization is nothing to sneeze at either. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

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