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JJ Irani · 31 January 2009, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by yannis7777

Sorry to repeat the question but how about Vacheron Constantin? Doesn't it deserve a place in the pantheon of horology?

I agree.......VC should have figured in that list!!

learnmore60 · 31 January 2009, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I agree.......VC should have figured in that list!!

Your right! somehow i skipped that one, but am trying to get the moderator to change the B&R to VC!
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ocwatching · 31 January 2009, 05:16 AM

I think with the PP, JLC, Lang, VC, and other "fancy pants" watches, its even MORE of an appreciation of the "art" of watchmaking. They will not be as robust as the Rollie and you would not want to go rock climbing with them. But, like what Gerardo said above, its about buying what makes you happy...

Rolex997 · 31 January 2009, 06:00 AM

I've had the urge to go Patek. I would love to keep my SS Daytona and get a gold complicated Patek but can't swing the $20000 + for a used one. Maybe in a few years....who know's with the economy now....

Spark · 31 January 2009, 07:10 AM

Rolex is my second brand

I'd have another Patek over a Rolex in a heartbeat if I could afford one at present.

bradg · 31 January 2009, 07:36 AM

I love my Rolex equally as much as my new Omega. Both give me great joy.

GerardoG · 31 January 2009, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Mort

That was very well put, thanks.

Thanks

rescue7 · 31 January 2009, 07:40 AM

I voted Breitling, great variety.

GerardoG · 31 January 2009, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DSJ

x2 Gerardo!

Just my 2 cents. Guess that with you and Mort, it s our 4 cents!

SPORTSFAN · 31 January 2009, 07:55 AM

No second choice here

Rolex is all I will ever need.

Watch must be............................
Waterproof,
Have Date,
No leather/fabric.
No battery,
Tough,
Wear casual or formal,
No yellow gold,

SS Sub Date then.................

Regards Mike.

Gasoil4ever · 31 January 2009, 07:58 AM

Grand Seiko for sure...

boa2 · 31 January 2009, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yannis7777

Sorry to repeat the question but how about Vacheron Constantin? Doesn't it deserve a place in the pantheon of horology?

VC is there on the list. Look again.

Plenty of people do rigorous activities with other brands. Not sure where this myth started, but I know people who scuba dive with a Patek, shoot skeet with a Vacheron, and swim with a Piguet. No problems.

A. Lange & Sohne would be my choice!

GinGinD · 31 January 2009, 08:16 AM

Zenith. No question.

Jeannie

Chris B · 31 January 2009, 08:17 AM

Whither Tudor ??

OK that's a grey area in context with the question so I quoted Omega

scottjal · 31 January 2009, 08:33 AM

I don't see Oris or Stowa on the list here. They have some impressive craftsmanship for the price.

yannis · 31 January 2009, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by boa2

VC is there on the list. Look again.

Plenty of people do rigorous activities with other brands. Not sure where this myth started, but I know people who scuba dive with a Patek, shoot skeet with a Vacheron, and swim with a Piguet. No problems.

A. Lange & Sohne would be my choice!

Howard it was put on the list after my question!

Well at least it is now!!

Watch Fan · 31 January 2009, 09:29 AM

Breitling and Omega for me. Both offer great watches.

gettocard · 31 January 2009, 09:32 AM

I have a crash on Seiko lately.

boa2 · 31 January 2009, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yannis7777

Howard it was put on the list after my question!

Well at least it is now!!

Thanks, Yannis. I hadn't realized that.

Goodwatch · 31 January 2009, 09:58 AM

Not on the list but this one:

Nica64 · 31 January 2009, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by GerardoG

Well. My 2 cents: Several years ago my first non Rolex purchase was Cartier, and I went through several timepieces (panther, santos, pasha, roadster) and then it hit me: It is not brand related at all! While Rolex makes an outstanding product, high quality (at a price) there are lots of great watches out there and it is very (or should I say extremely) difficult to compare them on the same basis. For instance, my JLC Squara Hometime is just fantastic and it just can not be compared to Rolex's GMT or Explorer. Why? Well, JLC is strap, dual display and exhibition caseback, and Rolex is a Rolex; but that does not demerit JLC. The actual 'after sales' experience with JLC has been 1,000 times more pleasant than Rolex, and the small details (box, warranty cards, etc) are far more elegant and detailed than Rolex.

So while I do agree that a Rolex is a Rolex, there is a fantastic array of beautiful watches out there. Once again, the golden rule: buy what speaks to you. It might be a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster, a Breitling Chrono Avenger, a Patek Calatrava, a JLC Reverso, IWC Portugese, Longines Master or something as simple as a Hamilton Khaki; as long as YOU are happy, who cares what others think.

Enjoy life my friends, we only live once; Rolex is and will always be Rolex but dare now and then to go wild and try something different, you might be surprised. And for us Rolex lovers: once you put your Rolex back on your wrist, the 'welcome back' feeling is amazing! Have a great weekend!!!

Thanks Gerardo, your explanation is beautiful

I like Rolex, Panerai and Breilting.......... to be honest I like all brands, I love watches!!!

ijen0311 · 31 January 2009, 10:38 AM

Love Breitling

Latrodectus · 31 January 2009, 02:43 PM

that would be Breitling for me...

but I stick with Rolex

learnmore60 · 31 January 2009, 07:50 PM

Interesting to see the Popularity table!

1) Omega
2) Panerai
3) Breitling
.

toph · 31 January 2009, 08:14 PM

very tough but i would say Panerai then Breitling

Quicksilver · 31 January 2009, 09:36 PM

Jaeger Le Coutre for me. A watch I have always admired as epitomising both class and tradition. One day I hope to get one

Subexplorer · 31 January 2009, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Well. My 2 cents: Several years ago my first non Rolex purchase was Cartier, and I went through several timepieces (panther, santos, pasha, roadster) and then it hit me: It is not brand related at all! While Rolex makes an outstanding product, high quality (at a price) there are lots of great watches out there and it is very (or should I say extremely) difficult to compare them on the same basis. For instance, my JLC Squara Hometime is just fantastic and it just can not be compared to Rolex's GMT or Explorer. Why? Well, JLC is strap, dual display and exhibition caseback, and Rolex is a Rolex; but that does not demerit JLC. The actual 'after sales' experience with JLC has been 1,000 times more pleasant than Rolex, and the small details (box, warranty cards, etc) are far more elegant and detailed than Rolex.

So while I do agree that a Rolex is a Rolex, there is a fantastic array of beautiful watches out there. Once again, the golden rule: buy what speaks to you. It might be a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster, a Breitling Chrono Avenger, a Patek Calatrava, a JLC Reverso, IWC Portugese, Longines Master or something as simple as a Hamilton Khaki; as long as YOU are happy, who cares what others think.

Enjoy life my friends, we only live once; Rolex is and will always be Rolex but dare now and then to go wild and try something different, you might be surprised. And for us Rolex lovers: once you put your Rolex back on your wrist, the 'welcome back' feeling is amazing! Have a great weekend!!!

I completely agree with GerardoG words.
I own 7 Rolex and love the brand since my early teens, owning my first Rolex (Sub) when I was 18 (and I´m 60 now).
There are some other brands I´d love to own at least one specimen: Breguet, Lange, Patek. Regretable, I guess they are out of my budget.

I own Breitling, Omega and Panerai. I Love these watches, and use them alternatively with my Rolex, but it is Rolex the one I prefer above all.
Best regards, Abel

BiG JeEzY · 31 January 2009, 09:49 PM

Out of the names on the list, I would definitely have to choose Patek Philippe. Very impressive craftsmanship and history surrounding those watches. I read about how they have engineered a movement that is only about 1 mm thick!

Wostep1 · 31 January 2009, 10:16 PM

No matter if Patek is the ultimate luxury timepiece i would go for a Lange for sure !

Been in the factory of Patek as a special guest made me more crazy about their timepieces but i still love Lange more .

So thats my 2 choices after Rolex ...

http://www.maitresdutemps.com/

http://www.alange-soehne.com/en/watc...tourbillon.php

mike · 31 January 2009, 10:48 PM

I voted Panerai. Honestly though I'd be hard pressed to not consider Omega (the Speedmaster is so iconic) and Blancpain.

View Poll Results: If not Rolex then which Watch Brand?
Jaeger LeCoultre	16	9.09%
Panerai	29	16.48%
Audemars Piguet	7	3.98%
Patek Philippe	23	13.07%
Breguet	1	0.57%
IWC	21	11.93%
Omega	53	30.11%
Girard Perregaux	1	0.57%
Breitling	21	11.93%
Vacheron & Constantin	4	2.27%
Voters: 176. You may not vote on this poll

31 January 2009, 05:16 AM	#33
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	I think with the PP, JLC, Lang, VC, and other "fancy pants" watches, its even MORE of an appreciation of the "art" of watchmaking. They will not be as robust as the Rollie and you would not want to go rock climbing with them. But, like what Gerardo said above, its about buying what makes you happy... __________________ too much into watches...

31 January 2009, 07:58 AM	#41
Gasoil4ever "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cameroun Watch: GS Snowflake Posts: 1,534	Grand Seiko for sure... __________________ 16710 GMT Master II "M" , SD4000, GS Snowflake, Stowa Marine Original.

31 January 2009, 08:33 AM	#45
scottjal "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Scott Location: SC Watch: GMT II Posts: 464	I don't see Oris or Stowa on the list here. They have some impressive craftsmanship for the price. __________________ sj

31 January 2009, 09:58 AM	#50
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	Not on the list but this one: __________________ Member# 127

31 January 2009, 06:00 AM	#34
Rolex997 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 49	I've had the urge to go Patek. I would love to keep my SS Daytona and get a gold complicated Patek but can't swing the $20000 + for a used one. Maybe in a few years....who know's with the economy now....

31 January 2009, 07:10 AM	#35
Spark "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Mark Location: U.K. Watch: Too Many Posts: 2,097	Rolex is my second brand I'd have another Patek over a Rolex in a heartbeat if I could afford one at present.

31 January 2009, 07:36 AM	#36
bradg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Brad Location: Pittsburgh Pa Watch: 14060M,GMT1675, Posts: 650	I love my Rolex equally as much as my new Omega. Both give me great joy.

31 January 2009, 07:40 AM	#38
rescue7 Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Rescueguy Location: Here Watch: DSSD Posts: 1,129	I voted Breitling, great variety.

31 January 2009, 07:55 AM	#40
SPORTSFAN "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: NW England Posts: 791	No second choice here Rolex is all I will ever need. Watch must be............................ Waterproof, Have Date, No leather/fabric. No battery, Tough, Wear casual or formal, No yellow gold, SS Sub Date then................. Regards Mike.

31 January 2009, 08:16 AM	#43
GinGinD Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jeannie Location: North Carolina Posts: 533	Zenith. No question. Jeannie

31 January 2009, 08:17 AM	#44
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Whither Tudor ?? OK that's a grey area in context with the question so I quoted Omega

31 January 2009, 09:29 AM	#47
Watch Fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: California Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 676	Breitling and Omega for me. Both offer great watches.

31 January 2009, 09:32 AM	#48
gettocard Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: EU Watch: them come and go.. Posts: 2,052	I have a crash on Seiko lately.

31 January 2009, 10:38 AM	#52
ijen0311 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jen Location: Jax, FL Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 3,977	Love Breitling

31 January 2009, 02:43 PM	#53
Latrodectus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,043	that would be Breitling for me... but I stick with Rolex __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

31 January 2009, 07:50 PM	#54
learnmore60 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: UK Watch: Love the Vintage Posts: 363	Interesting to see the Popularity table! 1) Omega 2) Panerai 3) Breitling .

31 January 2009, 08:14 PM	#55
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	very tough but i would say Panerai then Breitling __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

31 January 2009, 09:36 PM	#56
Quicksilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: David Location: London+Guangzhou Watch: ing watches Posts: 2,603	Jaeger Le Coutre for me. A watch I have always admired as epitomising both class and tradition. One day I hope to get one __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 116600, GMT Master II 16710 (Pepsi) and 116710 BLNR, Daytona 116500LN, Submariner 14060M.

31 January 2009, 09:49 PM	#58
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	Out of the names on the list, I would definitely have to choose Patek Philippe. Very impressive craftsmanship and history surrounding those watches. I read about how they have engineered a movement that is only about 1 mm thick! __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

31 January 2009, 10:16 PM	#59
Wostep1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Nikos Location: Greece Watch: Audemars Piguet Posts: 12	No matter if Patek is the ultimate luxury timepiece i would go for a Lange for sure ! Been in the factory of Patek as a special guest made me more crazy about their timepieces but i still love Lange more . So thats my 2 choices after Rolex ... http://www.maitresdutemps.com/ http://www.alange-soehne.com/en/watc...tourbillon.php

31 January 2009, 10:48 PM	#60
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I voted Panerai. Honestly though I'd be hard pressed to not consider Omega (the Speedmaster is so iconic) and Blancpain.

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