Are you buying the watch, or the image?

[baythan]

Originally Posted by Njkdog

I would guess a lot of people do want to photograph well, I would also guess a lot of pompous self-righteous people who are possibly overcompensating and lying a bit will tell you that that they only buy for them, and they don’t care what other people think.

[DLCU2]

I wouldn't call it dainty, but rather the most comfortable bracelet I've ever worn. Looks are subjective. Buy what you like

[Galaga167]

This is my only Rolex


The next one will be either of these 2.








I have a suspicion it will be the Kermit because even my AD thinks that it will be discontinued or they may be working on a new more vibrant bezel which is why production has slowed.

[painexpert]

Originally Posted by SubDate

MY OPINION ONLY!

I would argue the GMT Pepsi photographs as good or better than any other Rolex. The imagery in Marketing material is superb as with most of their work. I tried on a Pepsi with jubilee today at an AD and it was so underwhelming. It felt like a very different watch than the ads depict. I was really surprised how light and dainty the jubilee felt in particular.

It makes you wonder, do most chase the actual timepiece or the image of it?!

(and yes it was exhibition only)

I never liked jubilee bracelets and the shade of the red color looks "weird" to me.Now the batgirl is badazz.

[John Doyle]

Image 100%. The BLRO is not a beautiful watch in the metal.

[0nly5iv3Digits]

Definitely the watch! I love them just for me!!!... A bit selfish sounding, I know :D

[Toproll85]

I buy watches for myself, the model/brand/configuration I prefer, and others or the image it sends to them I really don't care at all...

[77T]

In a personal choice of brand and model, marketing is key for the first-time buyer. As said above by many, Rolex marketing is masterful.

For me, my first Rolex purchase was in 2000 - and my choice was definitely informed by marketing adverts while reading National Geographic. The Polar Explorer II beckoned.

I knew nothing else - I was very lucky to find one at a nearby AD and bought it.


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[jb335]

I’m shocked anyone considers a modern Rolex GMT light and dainty. My only complaint about them is they seem heavy and bulky to me.

What do you normally wear??


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[SubDate]

Originally Posted by jb335

I’m shocked anyone considers a modern Rolex GMT light and dainty. My only complaint about them is they seem heavy and bulky to me.

What do you normally wear??


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I said, the Jubilee bracelet feels light and dainty. I wear a Sub date, and if you try on a Sub date and a GMT with Jubilee, you’ll instantly see a giant difference in the bracelet.

[amh]

Originally Posted by SubDate

I said, the Jubilee bracelet feels light and dainty. I wear a Sub date, and if you try on a Sub date and a GMT with Jubilee, you’ll instantly see a giant difference in the bracelet.

I'll agree with the 'dainty' feeling here. And of course PM adds a great deal of additional 'heft.'

[jb335]

Originally Posted by SubDate

I said, the Jubilee bracelet feels light and dainty. I wear a Sub date, and if you try on a Sub date and a GMT with Jubilee, you’ll instantly see a giant difference in the bracelet.

Ok.

All my modern GMTs are on oyster so you can see my confusion.


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[brandrea]

I can identify with what you’re saying OP.

I’ve bought watches before based purely on pictures. Only two of them worked out.

It’s always best to be able to try them on in person, but sadly that’s not always possible these days

[Swearengen]

I do love my 16710, perfect proportions

[miama]

It was so hard to get the Pepsi... Unfortunately, after the honeymoon phase, it was kind of a disappointment. The jubilee feels cheap, it wobbles and makes the watch look too busy. It doesn't look like a sports watch or a dress watch, kind of an "ugly" in-between. The sides of the watch are sharp and make it uncomfortable to me. The watch is top-heavy with an extremely light bracelet which can make the watch unbalanced on the wrist, especially when the wrist isn't perfectly face up or down. I think the Daytona deserves the hype more, it's classier (even for a sports watch), and looks more comfortable too. The GMT is a glorified sub to me, and if not for the hype I probably never would have gotten one. Very grateful I got it tho made me feel all special inside when I got chosen but I spend more time looking at it than wearing it.

[amh]

Image
- These watches are hyped to the moon, so of course you're buying some of that
- At the AD you pay for it via unwanted purchases of marked up jewelry
- At the Grey you pay some extra margin
- I don't care what John Mayer, Jennifer Aniston or Roger Federer are wearing

Watch
- Bracelets are second to none. They beat everything out there in form, function, appearance.
- No funky knobs sticking out the side (talking to you, Omega)
- No 'faux' anything (Looking at you *cough* Tudor, with your patina, rivets and other retro vibes)
- Unquestioned water resistance across the entire range, even the lady datejusts
- Bone crushing water resistance in sports models

[Nads786]

Originally Posted by amh

Image
- These watches are hyped to the moon, so of course you're buying some of that
- At the AD you pay for it via unwanted purchases of marked up jewelry
- At the Grey you pay some extra margin
- I don't care what John Mayer, Jennifer Aniston or Roger Federer are wearing

Watch
- Bracelets are second to none. They beat everything out there in form, function, appearance.
- No funky knobs sticking out the side (talking to you, Omega)
- No 'faux' anything (Looking at you *cough* Tudor, with your patina, rivets and other retro vibes)
- Unquestioned water resistance across the entire range, even the lady datejusts
- Bone crushing water resistance in sports models

This is really on point - go check out Omega or Breitling and then come back to the Rolex store and you’ll see an immediate difference.

Bracelets and micro-adjustments are one of the most understated parts of owning and wearing a high end watch.


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[Nads786]

Originally Posted by miama

It was so hard to get the Pepsi... Unfortunately, after the honeymoon phase, it was kind of a disappointment. The jubilee feels cheap, it wobbles and makes the watch look too busy. It doesn't look like a sports watch or a dress watch, kind of an "ugly" in-between. The sides of the watch are sharp and make it uncomfortable to me. The watch is top-heavy with an extremely light bracelet which can make the watch unbalanced on the wrist, especially when the wrist isn't perfectly face up or down. I think the Daytona deserves the hype more, it's classier (even for a sports watch), and looks more comfortable too. The GMT is a glorified sub to me, and if not for the hype I probably never would have gotten one. Very grateful I got it tho made me feel all special inside when I got chosen but I spend more time looking at it than wearing it.

Wow I have not heard many people complain about the Pepsi like this. It’s nice to hear a variety of opinions.


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[jamesbondOO7]

No interest in anything else than 5-digits anyway

[Nads786]

The numerals are just too big IMO. The five digit GMTs are much nicer imo.


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[SubDate]

Agree, I feel like the modern Pepsi bezel is screaming “look at me!” My wife looked at it for 5 seconds and said “it looks like a toy” Gotta say I agree but yes, to each their own.

[Harry-57]

I've never seen a Rolex advert or AD poster for the Daytona that didn't look stunning. An achingly cool and well styled watch - when enlarged and put on a wall. I've never met one in SS TT or PM that I found likeable enough to buy or ask to be listed for.

As for buying unseen: never unless I have tried on an identical model. England isn't huge. Traveling to a dealer (used or AD) to meet a watch in person and look it over before buying is not difficult for me. It actually got me into a Speedie, an AT and my first Sky Dweller, all of which, until I tried them on, I had assumed would be too big for me.

[amh]

Originally Posted by Harry-57

I've never seen a Rolex advert or AD poster for the Daytona that didn't look stunning. An achingly cool and well styled watch - when enlarged and put on a wall. I've never met one in SS TT or PM that I found likeable enough to buy or ask to be listed for.

As for buying unseen: never unless I have tried on an identical model. England isn't huge. Traveling to a dealer (used or AD) to meet a watch in person and look it over before buying is not difficult for me. It actually got me into a Speedie, an AT and my first Sky Dweller, all of which, until I tried them on, I had assumed would be too big for me.

Here in the USA they whip out the well-worn line when 'visiting' other ADs: "I suggest you go back to your home state and establish a relation$hip with your local AD" (you'd think I was visiting France or Germany "No Rolex in stock. Go back to your country and try there.")

[Harry-57]

Originally Posted by amh

Here in the USA they whip out the well-worn line when 'visiting' other ADs: "I suggest you go back to your home state and establish a relation$hip with your local AD" (you'd think I was visiting France or Germany "No Rolex in stock. Go back to your country and try there.")

I hear this sort of thing a lot. My AD certainly leans towards local custom but there are always exceptions and plenty of them. I haven't had issues in Europe but then again, I haven't walked into an European AD since 2019. Many variables.

[enjoythemusic]

Rolex sells NFT images of watches???

[173rdabn]

You pays your money and you takes your choice.

[Travis29]

I had that feeling when I tired on a AP ROYAL OAK- felt like missionary.

Pepsi jubilee on my wrist SCHWING!!!!

[Easy E]

Started with the image of the 6 digit Pepsi, ended with the watch I preferred in the 5 digit BLRO. Also have a Coke insert to mix it up. Much better watch experience to me. Oh yeah, also put it on a 97200 glidelock for a complete package.

[airchitect]

I wanted a Pepsi since the mid 80’s. Every time I’d see one, the design and color just screamed to me. The five digits always felt a little weak so once the six digits were released, I had to have it. And really to me the Rolex image is all about the Sub and DD. I think the GMT is a little more low key. I see 500 subs for every 1 GMT.


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[Galaga167]

Originally Posted by airchitect

I wanted a Pepsi since the mid 80’s. Every time I’d see one, the design and color just screamed to me. The five digits always felt a little weak so once the six digits were released, I had to have it. And really to me the Rolex image is all about the Sub and DD. I think the GMT is a little more low key. I see 500 subs for every 1 GMT.


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According to my AD

Daytona
BLRO
Cermit


The rest