ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

masterchoo · 2 April 2012, 07:12 PM

why do people like rolex watches...its functionalities; aesthetics; innovations; technology; brand-image; or simply just personal choice and appeal; some say in malaysia it is the resell value; for a new comer what's the reasons for people to like ro

lex...

RyanJames · 2 April 2012, 08:00 PM

Probably all of the above... With some more!

Ceramic · 2 April 2012, 08:02 PM

the comfort and the quality.

Changmaisausage · 2 April 2012, 08:04 PM

Brand, quality, craftmanship, engineering, longtivity, resale, image, comfort, looks

Many reasons but if you like it BUY IT I do.

Art 1 · 2 April 2012, 08:22 PM

I'm sure each person has their own reasons.

padi56 · 2 April 2012, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterchoo

why do people like rolex watches...its functionalities; aesthetics; innovations; technology; brand-image; or simply just personal choice and appeal; some say in malaysia it is the resell value; for a new comer what's the reasons for people to like ro

lex...

For the same reason that many like other brands.

vette boy 52 · 2 April 2012, 08:47 PM

Because Rolex is the BEST everyday watch that can hold up to the rigors of life and then some. I have quite a few high end brand watches and were Rolex daily most of the time.

Kingair · 2 April 2012, 10:18 PM

Because it's a Rolex !

Pretty easy

HANM

globalmedia33 · 2 April 2012, 10:50 PM

I don't know why, I just love it.

masterkiller · 2 April 2012, 10:56 PM

Rolex have perhaps to most brand recognition of any of the premium watch companies and they have several iconic models as Sub, GMT, DD, DJ...

The majority of persons buying an premium watch want other people to notice that the hane an expensive watck, then Rolex is the best choice...

/masterkiller

mike · 2 April 2012, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterkiller

Rolex have perhaps to most brand recognition of any of the premium watch companies and they have several iconic models as Sub, GMT, DD, DJ...

The majority of persons buying an premium watch want other people to notice that the hane an expensive watck, then Rolex is the best choice...

/masterkiller

Now-a-days that's a pretty good answer.

Keeperoftime · 2 April 2012, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RyanJames

Probably all of the above... With some more!

X10

Welcome to TRF!

horseco · 2 April 2012, 11:44 PM

I think, because models have evolved very slowly, last for decades with proper servicing & are instantly recognizable decades later. This helps insure when you buy a Rolex today you wont be stuck with an obsolete/unrecognizable item anytime soon. Making it very easy for someone who is not necessarily a watch fanatic to pay a premium price...

powerfunk · 2 April 2012, 11:45 PM

The durability, and the slight tingly feeling I get every time I look at one.

Speed · 2 April 2012, 11:46 PM

What do you think Masterchoo?

SoftwareDrone · 2 April 2012, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterchoo

why do people like rolex watches...

Why do people like Lexus automobiles?

azguy · 2 April 2012, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoftwareDrone

Why do people like Lexus automobiles?

Or Corvette's

It's a personal choice based on: high quality, iconic looks, comfort, history, functionality and reliability

Rolexis · 2 April 2012, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vette boy 52

Because Rolex is the BEST everyday watch that can hold up to the rigors of life and then some. I have quite a few high end brand watches and were Rolex daily most of the time.

Exactly you can put even a simple Rolex Air King and go chop down a tree take a shower and go to dinner at The Ritz with the same watch

FNFZ4 · 3 April 2012, 12:00 AM

People like rolex because of exclusivity in asian countries. Its the most well known exclusive or expensive watch. Would any non watch aficionado would know whats a lange? Anyone in the street ask them whats a rolex and they know. Its about social status. Maybe here in the us is the same.

herbie911 · 3 April 2012, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FNFZ4

People like rolex because of exclusivity in asian countries. Its the most well known exclusive or expensive watch. Would any non watch aficionado would know whats a lange? Anyone in the street ask them whats a rolex and they know. Its about social status. Maybe here in the us is the same.

No!!! It is not that exclusive in SE Asia. Even a waiter or shop assistant aspire to buy one and quite a few when I last visited do wear one as well---not sure whether they are real or fake. Places like HK where cars are so expensive and there are no place to park them, a gold Rolex is a good way to fluant your wealth.

Personally, I bought a Rolex because I always wanted one since I was a kid just like I always want to buy a 911 or any Ferrari!
Being a car enthusiast, naturally my first Rolex is a Daytona!

mbuckley · 3 April 2012, 12:25 AM

Because a Rolex watch is a fine piece of art.

imono · 3 April 2012, 12:26 AM

The name did it for me

warren G. · 3 April 2012, 12:27 AM

It's just a pretty reliable brand.

sixers_610 · 3 April 2012, 12:44 AM

I have this weird cyclops fetish. Seriously.

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

SoftwareDrone · 3 April 2012, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sixers_610

I have this weird cyclops fetish. Seriously.

Yes, but we're not talking about girlfriends...

FX44 · 3 April 2012, 02:57 AM

Why do people like Harley Davidson motorcycles?

Because they do

Cru Jones · 3 April 2012, 03:05 AM

I think it's because of TRF....great on-line resource.

GradyPhilpott · 3 April 2012, 04:38 AM

In my judgement, Rolex watches are actually worth every penny you pay for them and when you consider what you get in return, the prices are actually quite reasonable.

johnny80s · 3 April 2012, 04:41 AM

Can we steal a line from Harley.... If I have to explain, you wouldn't understand.

JohnFM · 3 April 2012, 05:37 AM

I like Rolexes, such as the Sea Dweller 16600 and Sub 16610/SubC because they are uniquely good looking and tough. Also, the 3135 is excellent from my non-technical perspective. Time-keeping is consistent throughout the power cycle, something that is somewhat uncommon among mechanical watch movements.

That said, many newer Rolexes are too blingy for me. I'm a little concerned that Rolex is moving away from the simpler, classic look of old. When you build a reputation on classics such as the Datejust or Sub, why not keep a few simpler watches in the stable? Glad to see they've kept the no-date Sub in the line-up.

John

2 April 2012, 07:12 PM	#1
masterchoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: master choo Location: petaling jaya Watch: rolex Posts: 2	why do people like rolex? why do people like rolex watches...its functionalities; aesthetics; innovations; technology; brand-image; or simply just personal choice and appeal; some say in malaysia it is the resell value; for a new comer what's the reasons for people to like rolex...

2 April 2012, 08:04 PM	#4
Changmaisausage "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: David Location: UK/Qatar Watch: SeaDweller Posts: 470	Brand, quality, craftmanship, engineering, longtivity, resale, image, comfort, looks Many reasons but if you like it BUY IT I do. __________________ Patek Phillipe / Rolex / Tudor

2 April 2012, 10:50 PM	#9
globalmedia33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Thien Location: Frisco,TX/Saigon Watch: All Rolex Posts: 2,754	I don't know why, I just love it. __________________ Sub. 5513 116710LN 116610LV “I THINK PERFECTION IS UGLY. SOMEWHERE IN THE THINGS HUMANS MAKE, I WANT TO SEE SCARS, FAILURE, DISORDER AND DISTORTION" - YOHJI YAMAMOTO

2 April 2012, 10:56 PM	#10
masterkiller "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sweden Watch: Rolex, AP & PAM... Posts: 1,403	Rolex have perhaps to most brand recognition of any of the premium watch companies and they have several iconic models as Sub, GMT, DD, DJ... The majority of persons buying an premium watch want other people to notice that the hane an expensive watck, then Rolex is the best choice... /masterkiller __________________ Rolex - SubC... AP - Diver... Panerai - PAM380 Omega - Speedy PRO

3 April 2012, 12:27 AM	#23
warren G. "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Duy Location: New Orleans, LA Watch: Speedmaster 3861 Posts: 1,925	It's just a pretty reliable brand. __________________ De gustibus non est disputandum.

2 April 2012, 08:00 PM	#2
RyanJames "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Ryan Location: Manchester Watch: GMTiic Posts: 333	Probably all of the above... With some more!

2 April 2012, 08:02 PM	#3
Ceramic Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: David Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 273	the comfort and the quality.

2 April 2012, 08:22 PM	#5
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I'm sure each person has their own reasons.

2 April 2012, 08:47 PM	#7
vette boy 52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: Katy, TX Watch: GMT II-c TT Posts: 773	Because Rolex is the BEST everyday watch that can hold up to the rigors of life and then some. I have quite a few high end brand watches and were Rolex daily most of the time.

2 April 2012, 10:18 PM	#8
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	Because it's a Rolex ! Pretty easy HANM

2 April 2012, 11:44 PM	#13
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	I think, because models have evolved very slowly, last for decades with proper servicing & are instantly recognizable decades later. This helps insure when you buy a Rolex today you wont be stuck with an obsolete/unrecognizable item anytime soon. Making it very easy for someone who is not necessarily a watch fanatic to pay a premium price...

2 April 2012, 11:45 PM	#14
powerfunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Rob Location: Boston, MA Watch: 1530 Posts: 3,799	The durability, and the slight tingly feeling I get every time I look at one.

2 April 2012, 11:46 PM	#15
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	What do you think Masterchoo?

3 April 2012, 12:00 AM	#19
FNFZ4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Alfred Location: DC Metro Watch: None Posts: 29,368	People like rolex because of exclusivity in asian countries. Its the most well known exclusive or expensive watch. Would any non watch aficionado would know whats a lange? Anyone in the street ask them whats a rolex and they know. Its about social status. Maybe here in the us is the same.

3 April 2012, 12:25 AM	#21
mbuckley "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Michael Location: Norman, Oklahoma Watch: Exp II Posts: 616	Because a Rolex watch is a fine piece of art.

3 April 2012, 12:26 AM	#22
imono "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 3,241	The name did it for me

3 April 2012, 12:44 AM	#24
sixers_610 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Norwell, MA Posts: 134	I have this weird cyclops fetish. Seriously. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD __________________ My pet peeve: People asking others what watch he/she should buy.

3 April 2012, 02:57 AM	#26
FX44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: John Location: Charlotte, NC Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 518	Why do people like Harley Davidson motorcycles? Because they do __________________ Submariner 114060

3 April 2012, 03:05 AM	#27
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,303	I think it's because of TRF....great on-line resource.

3 April 2012, 04:38 AM	#28
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	In my judgement, Rolex watches are actually worth every penny you pay for them and when you consider what you get in return, the prices are actually quite reasonable. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

3 April 2012, 04:41 AM	#29
johnny80s "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: John Location: Chicago Posts: 499	Can we steal a line from Harley.... If I have to explain, you wouldn't understand.

3 April 2012, 05:37 AM	#30
JohnFM "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: northern CA USA Watch: 114270 Explorer Posts: 479	I like Rolexes, such as the Sea Dweller 16600 and Sub 16610/SubC because they are uniquely good looking and tough. Also, the 3135 is excellent from my non-technical perspective. Time-keeping is consistent throughout the power cycle, something that is somewhat uncommon among mechanical watch movements. That said, many newer Rolexes are too blingy for me. I'm a little concerned that Rolex is moving away from the simpler, classic look of old. When you build a reputation on classics such as the Datejust or Sub, why not keep a few simpler watches in the stable? Glad to see they've kept the no-date Sub in the line-up. John

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)