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HeyItsRaymond · 13 May 2012, 11:50 AM

Has anyone read this? Do you think it'd be worth it and be accurate?

http://www.amazon.com/Rolex-Report-U...6873719&sr=1-1

Rags · 13 May 2012, 12:07 PM

I have a copy & found it to be informative. Good reading..

FremStar · 13 May 2012, 12:28 PM

Fun book to read and educate yourself with!

liuk3 · 13 May 2012, 02:15 PM

For only $40, you really can't go wrong. I thought it was a nice reference book, even if some of the material is a little dated. I enjoyed it.

dddrees · 13 May 2012, 02:17 PM

This one is the one every Rolex collector should get in my opinion.

The Best of Time Rolex Wristwatches: An Unauthorized History (Schiffer Book for Collectors)

James M. Dowling (Author), Jeffrey P. Hess (Author)

sea-dweller · 13 May 2012, 02:25 PM

I have owned a copy for a few years now, good reading.

johnny80s · 13 May 2012, 02:28 PM

It a good source of info...great pictures also

Speed · 13 May 2012, 02:36 PM

Gosh. I have to say, I bought the book - never use it.

It is quite old - 2002 - unless this is a new edition...doesn't look like it. The last review is from 2003. There is a section which tells you how to spot fakes...but it wasn't terribly relevant to me.

Not a bad price if you really want it.

gimpex · 13 May 2012, 02:43 PM

Reading the Amazon reviews , the one thing that would put me of is the black and white pics.

I think back to some of the great shots here.....

I guess if its just for info , then its okay. Although if you only want info - its right here on TRF :)

T-Rip · 13 May 2012, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeyItsRaymond

Has anyone read this? Do you think it'd be worth it and be accurate?

http://www.amazon.com/Rolex-Report-U...6873719&sr=1-1

I have it. It's great... The copy I have is a bit out of date but it's still a great place to start...

K.W · 13 May 2012, 03:22 PM

Looks like a good read- if you're into that sort of thing

Hairdude1 · 13 May 2012, 03:23 PM

Cool book

tattooedfagin · 13 May 2012, 06:56 PM

it needs updating but it's cheap & a good read

kymwatchlog · 13 May 2012, 08:16 PM

is this the version with black and white pics or full color?

FremStar · 13 May 2012, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

This one is the one every Rolex collector should get in my opinion.

The Best of Time Rolex Wristwatches: An Unauthorized History (Schiffer Book for Collectors)

James M. Dowling (Author), Jeffrey P. Hess (Author)

Dan is 110% correct another great Rolex reference book!

1William · 14 May 2012, 12:30 AM

I own and have read this book and it is a good source and very informative.

Route 66 · 14 May 2012, 12:36 AM

I've had this book for years and have spent a lot of time studying it.

I would say that it needs to be updated at this point though.

lhanddds · 14 May 2012, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fremstar

dan is 110% correct another great rolex reference book!

x3

tdegroot · 14 May 2012, 03:01 AM

I have "The Rolex Report" as well as "The Best of Time". While I enjoyed reading the Rolex Report, I think I could of skipped it. I bought the Best of Time second, as I still wanted more information. I will probably get "Rolex Sports Models" next. I'd love to see something such as a "Rolex Bible", but I have no idea if even that could be done. Also, I am one of those types that will not spend $800 on a book.

WindyCityLarryB · 14 May 2012, 06:41 AM

Know the author of the rolex report if you would liked a signed copy! He also also agrees it needs an update. Its a great first read on Rolex...

FremStar · 14 May 2012, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WindyCityLarryB

Know the author of the rolex report if you would liked a signed copy! He also also agrees it needs an update. Its a great first read on Rolex...

Lawrence please have him view this thread so he can properly update the reference book! I believe all of us here on TRF and around the world would be greatly appreciative!

Speed · 14 May 2012, 07:12 AM

The Mondani Books are second to none IMO. The Sub book has gone up in price - like Rolex watches - significantly since first published.

I would like to get the GMT Master edition which now includes the GMTIIC. The photography is "bloody superb" - to pinch brother Dan / SPUD'S phrase. However, there are also great details and close ups of dial fonts etc. which are sure to please some minutiae fans and irritate Padi to no end!!!

erling · 14 May 2012, 09:06 AM

I´ve had a copy of this book for some years now. It´s a great reference book, and I often use it to gather some information.

13 May 2012, 11:50 AM	#1
HeyItsRaymond Banned Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Arizona Posts: 208	The Rolex Report: An Unauthorized Reference Book For The Rolex Enthusiast Has anyone read this? Do you think it'd be worth it and be accurate? http://www.amazon.com/Rolex-Report-U...6873719&sr=1-1

13 May 2012, 12:07 PM	#2
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	I have a copy & found it to be informative. Good reading.. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

13 May 2012, 12:28 PM	#3
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Fun book to read and educate yourself with! Attached Images __________________ "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not of the pocket!" "A Watch Is An Emotional Object, And So, It Is The Responsibility Of The Brand To Create Emotion Through It's Products" - Georges Kern "In the 1950s and 60s, they made the Ref 8171, which is a cult collectible—now that’s the ultimate Rolex you could own with a calendar and a moon phase.” - John Reardon "Heh, heh, heh..." - Michael Kilyung

13 May 2012, 02:15 PM	#4
liuk3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,354	For only $40, you really can't go wrong. I thought it was a nice reference book, even if some of the material is a little dated. I enjoyed it. __________________ "Appreciate your life!"

13 May 2012, 02:17 PM	#5
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	This one is the one every Rolex collector should get in my opinion. The Best of Time Rolex Wristwatches: An Unauthorized History (Schiffer Book for Collectors) James M. Dowling (Author), Jeffrey P. Hess (Author) __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

13 May 2012, 02:25 PM	#6
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I have owned a copy for a few years now, good reading.

13 May 2012, 02:28 PM	#7
johnny80s "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: John Location: Chicago Posts: 499	It a good source of info...great pictures also

13 May 2012, 02:36 PM	#8
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Gosh. I have to say, I bought the book - never use it. It is quite old - 2002 - unless this is a new edition...doesn't look like it. The last review is from 2003. There is a section which tells you how to spot fakes...but it wasn't terribly relevant to me. Not a bad price if you really want it.

13 May 2012, 02:43 PM	#9
gimpex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Greg Location: Austria Watch: Sub C LV / Exp II Posts: 609	Reading the Amazon reviews , the one thing that would put me of is the black and white pics. I think back to some of the great shots here..... I guess if its just for info , then its okay. Although if you only want info - its right here on TRF :)

13 May 2012, 03:22 PM	#11
K.W "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: United States, TX Watch: '68 GMT Master Posts: 101	Looks like a good read- if you're into that sort of thing

13 May 2012, 03:23 PM	#12
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Cool book

13 May 2012, 06:56 PM	#13
tattooedfagin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chad Location: the neighbourhood Watch: 1680 Red Posts: 2,262	it needs updating but it's cheap & a good read __________________ SS Sub Date (F) DSSD (V) Red Sub (Mk4) TRF Hall of Fame

13 May 2012, 08:16 PM	#14
kymwatchlog Banned Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: US Posts: 853	is this the version with black and white pics or full color?

14 May 2012, 12:30 AM	#16
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,787	I own and have read this book and it is a good source and very informative.

14 May 2012, 12:36 AM	#17
Route 66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Steve Location: Burbank, CA Watch: 214270 Mark II Posts: 4,121	I've had this book for years and have spent a lot of time studying it. I would say that it needs to be updated at this point though.

14 May 2012, 03:01 AM	#19
tdegroot "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Tom Location: Wisconsin, USA Watch: 14060M & SubC Posts: 243	I have "The Rolex Report" as well as "The Best of Time". While I enjoyed reading the Rolex Report, I think I could of skipped it. I bought the Best of Time second, as I still wanted more information. I will probably get "Rolex Sports Models" next. I'd love to see something such as a "Rolex Bible", but I have no idea if even that could be done. Also, I am one of those types that will not spend $800 on a book.

14 May 2012, 06:41 AM	#20
WindyCityLarryB "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Lawrence Location: North of Chicago Watch: The one I have on! Posts: 22	Know the author of the rolex report if you would liked a signed copy! He also also agrees it needs an update. Its a great first read on Rolex...

14 May 2012, 07:12 AM	#22
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	The Mondani Books are second to none IMO. The Sub book has gone up in price - like Rolex watches - significantly since first published. I would like to get the GMT Master edition which now includes the GMTIIC. The photography is "bloody superb" - to pinch brother Dan / SPUD'S phrase. However, there are also great details and close ups of dial fonts etc. which are sure to please some minutiae fans and irritate Padi to no end!!!

14 May 2012, 09:06 AM	#23
erling "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Erling Location: Iceland Watch: Sub and TT DJ Posts: 748	I´ve had a copy of this book for some years now. It´s a great reference book, and I often use it to gather some information. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

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