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FeelingTheBlues · 16 September 2012, 02:28 AM

Ostentatious? Isn't that the name of the tools you use when cooking?

dalip · 16 September 2012, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Ostentatious? Isn't that the name of the tools you use when cooking?

What the heck do you eat Carl?

Watchmutt · 16 September 2012, 02:32 AM

When I feel like being ostentatious and pretentious I will wear my Rolex. When I feel like being a humble fanatic I'll put on the Speedy and make fun of the obnoxious and pretentious Rolex owners who have no clue what the plain black watch with the little dials is. When I go to the next James Bond movie I will wear my James Bond watch because I can shoot guns and drive cars just like him and everyone that sees my watch will know it too!

This poll needs a third choice - Most owners think they are an action movie star.

Scunner · 16 September 2012, 02:32 AM

I purchased my first because it said 'Submariner'. After purchasing I did a little research into the brand, a little research turned into a lot of digging and so the familiar story goes. Had the Submariner been made by Omega or Tag I feel that I would have stopped at one. There is just so much about Rolex that you always want to carry on digging. As for pretencious etc, no - I'm a jeans & t-shirt guy but won't look out of place amongst the suits, I buy into the brand for the quality/history of the brand not the status. Many of my friends also have Rolex, although most if not all own only one. :beer:

FeelingTheBlues · 16 September 2012, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

What the heck do you eat Carl?

My tongue right now Dalip, it's hard to avoid a thread that is being hijacked by your dandy self...

Now I see you noticed me earlier, must I assume I have a TRF stalker?

cht · 16 September 2012, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchmutt

This poll needs a third choice - Most owners think they are an action movie star.

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Originally Posted by captkevin

The first time I saw a TT Blue sub, I said "I have to have that watch" not knowing what kind it was or anything I just loved the watch. Soon found out it was a Rolex and it took me 10 years to get it. Over those years I grew an appreciation for the brand and now a proud owner of 3 Subs

I like this!

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Originally Posted by QueueCumber

I can't help but feel that polls like these are always inaccurate because some people tend to rationalize their own status seeking as non-status seeking instead of considering the entire Rolex buying population.

I'd have to agree with you here...this is a very good point.

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Originally Posted by floater156

How about a little bith of both?

I think it comes down to this...

dalip · 16 September 2012, 02:48 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

My tongue right now Dalip, it's hard to avoid a thread that is being hijacked by your dandy self...

Now I see you noticed me earlier, must I assume I have a TRF stalker?

As someone once said to me Carl...."never assume....assumption is the death of good investigation "

However, stalking no....watching ....yes

As for hijacking....I thought they were perfectly respectable answers ...given the logic of the initial question

figbo · 16 September 2012, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

My tongue right now Dalip, it's hard to avoid a thread that is being hijacked by your dandy self...

Now I see you noticed me earlier, must I assume I have a TRF stalker?

Thread hijack is NOT permitted,it's an art that Prince taught me.

dalip · 16 September 2012, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by figbo

Thread hijack is NOT permitted,it's an art that Prince taught me.

And he taught you well Luke

Sperry · 16 September 2012, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

What is a screwdriver?

Think, "Brunch, at the club".

Yes, the guy with the gold Daytona who checks the time on his cell phone
is wearing the watch as a statement of his deserved class within society.

fliphandywork · 16 September 2012, 03:08 AM

I opted for number two. IMHO, I think most people around here, including myself, are watch fanatics. There are certainly a lot of people that buy a Rolex for status. In fact, my brother-in-law recruited me to find him a Sub. I did. Then he complained that his watch was stopping sometimes. He had no idea about the movement, or that it was an automatic. I assumed he knew what he was buying. For him, it's purely status... Nothing wrong with that.

theloxmyth · 16 September 2012, 03:08 AM

In my own mind, yes, it is a status symbol and a goal that I strove towards since I was young.

As is known herein, most people do not know or care what I have on my wrist.

Me, flauntingly showy?

I'm just a locksmith (with a watch habit)!

Even Mitt didn't care what I was wearing!

QueueCumber · 16 September 2012, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

I'd go so far as to call us both Dandys.

Holy crap! Is that a caricature or were some guys really wearing girdles back in those days?

QueueCumber · 16 September 2012, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Sperry

Think, "Brunch, at the club".

Yes, the guy with the gold Daytona who checks the time on his cell phone
is wearing the watch as a statement of his deserved class within society.

I spent all my club money on watches...

figbo · 16 September 2012, 03:22 AM

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Originally Posted by theloxmyth

In my own mind, yes, it is a status symbol and a goal that I strove towards since I was young.

As is known herein, most people do not know or care what I have on my wrist.

Me, flauntingly showy?

I'm just a locksmith (with a watch habit)!

Even Mitt didn't care what I was wearing!

You look like an elf beside him!!

theloxmyth · 16 September 2012, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by figbo

You look like an elf beside him!!

(I know!

)

kkwn98 · 16 September 2012, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by QueueCumber

Holy crap! Is that a caricature or were some guys really wearing girdles back in those days?

I believe so. It was not usual for men, particularly back in the Regency era, to wear corsets, to achieve a wasp waist.

FeelingTheBlues · 16 September 2012, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

I thought they were perfectly respectable answers ...given the logic of the initial question

As respectable as posting pictures of lions in a thread regarding Bill Clinton's Jaeger-Lecoultre, one might say!

TheVTCGuy · 16 September 2012, 04:36 AM

Ostentatious?

Uh... no.... I think most are either blonde or grey-haired....

FeelingTheBlues · 16 September 2012, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Ostentatious?

Uh... no.... I think most are either blonde or grey-haired....

I find this highly offensive to brown haired guys like myself!

Wait until Dalip hears about this...oh, heck, nevermind! He's probably still "watching" me!

Welshwatchman · 16 September 2012, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

I find this highly offensive to brown haired guys like myself!

Wait until Dalip hears about this...oh, heck, nevermind! He's probably still "watching" me!

No, that would be me.

FeelingTheBlues · 16 September 2012, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

No, that would be me.

My goodness, Paul, I thought you were on my side!

crew · 16 September 2012, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Bangel

With the might of the Rolex marketing machine as it is and with Rolex selling so many watches, I suspect it is probably true that "most" buy Rolex for the name.

I do think though that "status symbol seeking" and "humble time piece fanatics" are 2 opposing ends of the spectrum with a lot of Rolex owners various shades of both. I like to think of myself as a humble time piece fanatic, but I can't deny that the Rolex name played a role in attracting my attention initially.

Well said Julian. For me, I'd have to agree that I was initially attracted by the name. The Rolex reputation inspired me to learn more about their watches and ultimately buy one.

Christiaan · 16 September 2012, 06:33 AM

I wear a Rolex because the chicks dig it...

TheVTCGuy · 16 September 2012, 06:35 AM

I was that cute once!

OK, so no I wasn't....

Brushpup · 16 September 2012, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

What is a screwdriver?

Some call it a turn screw. Is that the same thing?

figbo · 16 September 2012, 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I was that cute once!

OK, so no I wasn't....

Yes you were,in that pic with the virgin,60 years ago!!

caryyee · 16 September 2012, 08:14 AM

I'm a Rolex fanboy, I currently own nothing but Rolex. Yes, I'm attracted to the brand, and in the popular press, the brand stands for luxury, and it's a status symbol to most of the population, especially those that don't own one. Members on TRF aren't perhaps representative of the general population, we're all more watch 'aware' and see other things about Rolex that many don't.

I'll be honest, ever since buying precious metal models, the SS models don't hold as much attraction to me. Once you go gold, you can't go back lol. So, does that mean me wanting the wear gold or platinum watches make me ostentatious? I must admit, my Plat attracts little attention, but my RG Daytona attracts attention everywhere, perhaps more that I prefer. I don't 'show it off', but when it's on my arm, the colour seems to attract people's eyes. I'm now looking for a YG Rolex of some description, to go with my gold / diamond ring, and diamond earring ... I love my bling! Is that bad??? I dunno, I don't over think or over analyse it, I just like gold and diamonds!

patrike · 16 September 2012, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchmutt

This poll needs a third choice - Most owners think they are an action movie star.

Then I want to be that guy in Drive, with the Patek. Lol

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threemonkeys · 16 September 2012, 10:04 AM

It's not that I'm pompous or arrogant, it's just that I'm really better than everyone else.

Oh - and I wear a Rolex because I'm a ladies man!

View Poll Results: Seeking status or a timepiece?
Most owners are seeking a status symbol	59	62.77%
Most owners are humble timepiece fanatics	35	37.23%
Voters: 94. You may not vote on this poll

16 September 2012, 02:28 AM	#31
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Ostentatious? Isn't that the name of the tools you use when cooking? __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

16 September 2012, 03:08 AM	#42
theloxmyth 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NY Posts: 6,382	In my own mind, yes, it is a status symbol and a goal that I strove towards since I was young. As is known herein, most people do not know or care what I have on my wrist. Me, flauntingly showy? I'm just a locksmith (with a watch habit)! Even Mitt didn't care what I was wearing! __________________ Craig, The (I'm JUST a) Loxmyth. If I had only known, I would have been a locksmith. — Albert Einstein (1879-1955) TWO FACTOR AUTHENTICATION IS ENABLED.

16 September 2012, 06:33 AM	#54
Christiaan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Christiaan Location: Fort Mill, SC Watch: 67' Breitling Navi Posts: 1,617	I wear a Rolex because the chicks dig it... __________________ "Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities" Frank Lloyd Wright. "For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been and there you will long to return." DaVinci

16 September 2012, 02:32 AM	#33
Watchmutt "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 116600 Posts: 724	When I feel like being ostentatious and pretentious I will wear my Rolex. When I feel like being a humble fanatic I'll put on the Speedy and make fun of the obnoxious and pretentious Rolex owners who have no clue what the plain black watch with the little dials is. When I go to the next James Bond movie I will wear my James Bond watch because I can shoot guns and drive cars just like him and everyone that sees my watch will know it too! This poll needs a third choice - Most owners think they are an action movie star.

16 September 2012, 02:32 AM	#34
Scunner "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Ian Location: Lanarkshire, SCOT Watch: the Weather Posts: 257	I purchased my first because it said 'Submariner'. After purchasing I did a little research into the brand, a little research turned into a lot of digging and so the familiar story goes. Had the Submariner been made by Omega or Tag I feel that I would have stopped at one. There is just so much about Rolex that you always want to carry on digging. As for pretencious etc, no - I'm a jeans & t-shirt guy but won't look out of place amongst the suits, I buy into the brand for the quality/history of the brand not the status. Many of my friends also have Rolex, although most if not all own only one. :beer:

16 September 2012, 03:08 AM	#41
fliphandywork "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Michigan Watch: Precision Posts: 435	I opted for number two. IMHO, I think most people around here, including myself, are watch fanatics. There are certainly a lot of people that buy a Rolex for status. In fact, my brother-in-law recruited me to find him a Sub. I did. Then he complained that his watch was stopping sometimes. He had no idea about the movement, or that it was an automatic. I assumed he knew what he was buying. For him, it's purely status... Nothing wrong with that.

16 September 2012, 04:36 AM	#49
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	Ostentatious? Uh... no.... I think most are either blonde or grey-haired....

16 September 2012, 06:35 AM	#55
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	I was that cute once! OK, so no I wasn't....

16 September 2012, 08:14 AM	#58
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	I'm a Rolex fanboy, I currently own nothing but Rolex. Yes, I'm attracted to the brand, and in the popular press, the brand stands for luxury, and it's a status symbol to most of the population, especially those that don't own one. Members on TRF aren't perhaps representative of the general population, we're all more watch 'aware' and see other things about Rolex that many don't. I'll be honest, ever since buying precious metal models, the SS models don't hold as much attraction to me. Once you go gold, you can't go back lol. So, does that mean me wanting the wear gold or platinum watches make me ostentatious? I must admit, my Plat attracts little attention, but my RG Daytona attracts attention everywhere, perhaps more that I prefer. I don't 'show it off', but when it's on my arm, the colour seems to attract people's eyes. I'm now looking for a YG Rolex of some description, to go with my gold / diamond ring, and diamond earring ... I love my bling! Is that bad??? I dunno, I don't over think or over analyse it, I just like gold and diamonds!

16 September 2012, 10:04 AM	#60
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	It's not that I'm pompous or arrogant, it's just that I'm really better than everyone else. Oh - and I wear a Rolex because I'm a ladies man!

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