If a SS Rolex cost the same as an Omega or Tag

[CPCC]

absolutely

[htoddf]

In general an Omega will depreciate and a Rolex will appreciate.

[Texsubmariner]

Originally Posted by htoddf

In general an Omega will depreciate and a Rolex will appreciate.

Not really. Most Rolexes don't appreciate in value. They depreciate, but hold their value longer than an Omega.

The fact that most AD's will give you big discounts on a new Omega, kills the resale value.

[Baptistman]

Yep, i would still choose Rolex if the heritage and quality were as it is now. In all honesty i would by Omega, i just can't stand the fact it's part of Swatch and that they follow trend patterns so much.

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by Baptistman

Yep, i would still choose Rolex if the heritage and quality were as it is now. In all honesty i would by Omega, i just can't stand the fact it's part of Swatch and that they follow trend patterns so much.

They also own Breguet, Blancpain and Glasshutte. No brands to be sniffed at.

[Welshwatchman]

Originally Posted by Baptistman

Yep, i would still choose Rolex if the heritage and quality were as it is now. In all honesty i would by Omega, i just can't stand the fact it's part of Swatch and that they follow trend patterns so much.

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

They also own Breguet, Blancpain and Glasshutte. No brands to be sniffed at.

Too true.

[Baptistman]

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

They also own Breguet, Blancpain and Glasshutte. No brands to be sniffed at.

I no, and I am aware that without the input of this mega firm swatch, then many of these brands may be no more. But when I think of the many ETA movements found in fakes, I wish swatch would regulate more who has access to their movement stock, plus imo, these brands have in some way been robbed of there heritage and uniqueness.

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by Baptistman

I no, and I am aware that without the input of this mega firm swatch, then many of these brands may be no more. But when I think of the many ETA movements found in fakes, I wish swatch would regulate more who has access to their movement stock, plus imo, these brands have in some way been robbed of there heritage and uniqueness.

I'm realistic enough to acknowledge why the likes of Swatch have acquired all those brands. But sometimes the end justifies the means. With ETA is must be just like any other business deal. If I order 100,000 movements and pay cash, who are ETA to refuse this? It's like with ammo for handguns, not all ammo is used for target practice. And still it is sold.

[wantonebad]

It's simple for me Rolex creates markets, Omega/Tag follow those markets.

I love my Omega 2254.50, but it's a poorman's Sub IMHO. If the Sub cost the same as my Omega, my Sub would still be cooler, still more stylish, and more of an icon. The Omega would be the red=headed step child that might have been sold by now to buy another Rolly

[BUSCH297]

I think yes, I don't know much about the Omega stuff because i never had one but i can tell you for sure that the TAG stuff is overpriced for what it is. i got a 2000 series chrongraph in 1988 for 600.00 and it was a good deal,that same watch now would be over 2000 and the quality hasn't gone up with the price increases.I would probably still wear that watch too but TAG says that they don't have parts for it anymore but Rolex has parts for my 30 year old GMT and you can't beat the quality,close price or not i'll take Rolex over the others any day.

[fear]

I would not buy Rolex if price comparable to Omega. I would buy something more expensive. I need to show my co-workers that I am important!












JOKE!!!! I'd buy more Rolex!

[Perdu]

I totally concur with the last post. Omega is working on its brand and pushing prices up - which is a shame because they are such good value today. But there is something about the oyster case that makes me pleased I've got one. And the cal.3135 is very consistent.