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Mrdi · 5 April 2006, 09:35 AM

Name what model you feel defines Rolex.
Not necessarily the watch you like the most.
Not necessarily the older models
or newest for that matter,
Not necessarily one you own...
but the watch that epitomizes the concept of the classic Rolex as you perceive it.

Reflective pics of your choice encouraged.

Mrdi

Manatee · 5 April 2006, 09:52 AM

Datejust.

By far the biggest seller, and visually a clear descendent of models going back to the bubblebacks.

If you want pics, Google it. ;-)

mailman · 5 April 2006, 09:57 AM

I say the Sub. I could be wrong here, but I think it is the most iconic and recognizable Rolex. Just MHO

mike · 5 April 2006, 09:58 AM

Great question!
I guess for me Rolex has always ment "tool watch". A simple,rugged piece of equiment that one could put on and not worry about. In that vein I feel Rolex has made some great pieces. The 1675 is a watch that I've always loved,but if I had to pick THE Rolex that epitomizes the concept of the classic tool watch I'd have to go with the 5513. Simple,strong and purpose built.

Launch Mini · 5 April 2006, 10:22 AM

Two come to mind.
The Sub and the Gold Datejust.

dman · 5 April 2006, 11:47 AM

For me it is also the DJ, in TT. It is the most seen and maybe most copied watch ever.

JJ Irani · 5 April 2006, 04:56 PM

Good question, Mrdi (what's your real name, BTW...this Mrdi is like neither here nor there!!

...and how the hell do you pronounce it anyway?

)

I've said it a million times....even when I didn't own it....has to be the 16610 Sub-date...instant recognition, most replicated, screams R-O-L-E-X in capital letters and is definitely the ULTIMATE Rolex out there.

A close second would be the TT DJ....also easily recognisable and also most replicated in the world!!

Southern Jessie · 5 April 2006, 05:56 PM

When I think of Rolex I think of 'bubbleback'. It may not be as imitated as the Sub or DateJust, but this is what comes to mind when I think of the brand.

padi56 · 5 April 2006, 06:09 PM

Well it has to be the Bubblebacks, Precision, or DD, followed closely by the Sub.

mailman · 5 April 2006, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Southern Jessie

When I think of Rolex I think of 'bubbleback'. It may not be as imitated as the Sub or DateJust, but this is what comes to mind when I think of the brand.

That's a beautiful watch

Southern Jessie · 5 April 2006, 09:04 PM

It ain't mine, unfortunately! Yes, it is beautiful....my dad has a steel version and although I don't normally like gold I wouldn't say no to the watch in the photo! :)

5 April 2006, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dman

For me it is also the DJ, in TT. It is the most seen and maybe most copied watch ever.

Ditto. I think this is what I thought of before I knew much about Rolex - very common model (more so than the sub IMO).

5 April 2006, 10:01 PM

The ubiquitous DJ. It's everywhere, the most copied and easily attainable.

Manatee · 5 April 2006, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avalon

Ditto. I think this is what I thought of before I knew much about Rolex - very common model (more so than the sub IMO).

It's not just your opinion, Al. When you go into a Rolex store, they usually have a full case of steel mens Datejusts, a full case of TT mens Datejusts, a full case of womens steel Datejusts, a full case of womens TT Datejusts, and a case with one of each "sport" model. Rolex makes and sells many, many times more Datejusts than Subs each year.

While I agree with others that the Sub is a Rolex icon, it puzzles me how so many people on various watch forums get the idea that the Sub is Rolex's biggest seller. They don't seem to realize that most Datejust buyers have no interest in the details of watches, or talking about watches. They're just buying "a Rolex". It would be like the members of a Corvette forum thinking that the Corvette is the most popular Chevrolet model. ;-)

Note: Above comment not intended to reflect on this thread, which is about "epitome of classic" Rolex -- not "most popular" Rolex. I just brought this up becuase of the way Al worded his comment.

Rockrolex · 5 April 2006, 10:59 PM

I'm with the TT DJ group. To me that is that classic Rolex and epitomizes the brand. To my mind, no other legitimate watch maker has anything that resembles the DJ. Many others have similar designs to the Sub Date (just as Rolex used design elements from earlier watches in coming up with the Sub).

C.J. · 5 April 2006, 11:56 PM

The 14060M and of course, the TT DJ

GerardoG · 6 April 2006, 12:29 AM

2T Datejust and SS Sub by far

Uncle-AJ · 6 April 2006, 01:48 AM

For me it has to be the original Prince series, closely followed by the Sub and then the TT DJ.

Earl · 6 April 2006, 02:07 AM

I'm split between the Date and the Precision vintage models which brought to us the DJ of today?

bhrees · 6 April 2006, 05:50 AM

Can only be the DateJust. Still going strong

diablojota · 6 April 2006, 08:04 AM

I would say the Submariner. It is the workhorse of the Rolex fam.

Gedanken · 6 April 2006, 09:32 PM

Much as I love the Sub's design, I'd have to say that the quintessential Rolex is the DateJust. Nothing says Rolex more clearly than that cyclops and fluted bezel.

Earl · 7 April 2006, 04:21 AM

I agree James

JJ Irani · 7 April 2006, 04:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

Much as I love the Sub's design, I'd have to say that the quintessential Rolex is the DateJust. Nothing says Rolex more clearly than that cyclops and fluted bezel.

Quite true!!

dman · 7 April 2006, 12:49 PM

JJ and Earl, quit riding the doctors coattails please.

5 April 2006, 09:35 AM	#1
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	epitome of classic Name what model you feel defines Rolex. Not necessarily the watch you like the most. Not necessarily the older models or newest for that matter, Not necessarily one you own... but the watch that epitomizes the concept of the classic Rolex as you perceive it. Reflective pics of your choice encouraged. Mrdi

5 April 2006, 09:57 AM	#3
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	I say the Sub. I could be wrong here, but I think it is the most iconic and recognizable Rolex. Just MHO __________________ JJ

5 April 2006, 10:22 AM	#5
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	Two come to mind. The Sub and the Gold Datejust. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

5 April 2006, 11:47 AM	#6
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	For me it is also the DJ, in TT. It is the most seen and maybe most copied watch ever. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

5 April 2006, 04:56 PM	#7
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Good question, Mrdi (what's your real name, BTW...this Mrdi is like neither here nor there!! ...and how the hell do you pronounce it anyway? ) I've said it a million times....even when I didn't own it....has to be the 16610 Sub-date...instant recognition, most replicated, screams R-O-L-E-X in capital letters and is definitely the ULTIMATE Rolex out there. A close second would be the TT DJ....also easily recognisable and also most replicated in the world!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

5 April 2006, 09:52 AM	#2
Manatee Banned Join Date: May 2005 Location: Washington DC Are Posts: 677	Datejust. By far the biggest seller, and visually a clear descendent of models going back to the bubblebacks. If you want pics, Google it. ;-)

5 April 2006, 09:58 AM	#4
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Great question! I guess for me Rolex has always ment "tool watch". A simple,rugged piece of equiment that one could put on and not worry about. In that vein I feel Rolex has made some great pieces. The 1675 is a watch that I've always loved,but if I had to pick THE Rolex that epitomizes the concept of the classic tool watch I'd have to go with the 5513. Simple,strong and purpose built.

5 April 2006, 05:56 PM	#8
Southern Jessie Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 278	When I think of Rolex I think of 'bubbleback'. It may not be as imitated as the Sub or DateJust, but this is what comes to mind when I think of the brand.

5 April 2006, 06:09 PM	#9
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,063	Well it has to be the Bubblebacks, Precision, or DD, followed closely by the Sub. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

5 April 2006, 09:04 PM	#11
Southern Jessie Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 278	It ain't mine, unfortunately! Yes, it is beautiful....my dad has a steel version and although I don't normally like gold I wouldn't say no to the watch in the photo! :)

5 April 2006, 10:01 PM	#13
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	The ubiquitous DJ. It's everywhere, the most copied and easily attainable.

5 April 2006, 10:59 PM	#15
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,968	I'm with the TT DJ group. To me that is that classic Rolex and epitomizes the brand. To my mind, no other legitimate watch maker has anything that resembles the DJ. Many others have similar designs to the Sub Date (just as Rolex used design elements from earlier watches in coming up with the Sub). __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

5 April 2006, 11:56 PM	#16
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	The 14060M and of course, the TT DJ __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

6 April 2006, 12:29 AM	#17
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	2T Datejust and SS Sub by far

6 April 2006, 01:48 AM	#18
Uncle-AJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Real Name: Adrian Location: Bolton, UK. Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 6,844	For me it has to be the original Prince series, closely followed by the Sub and then the TT DJ. __________________ A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.........Segal's Law Member #10

6 April 2006, 02:07 AM	#19
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	I'm split between the Date and the Precision vintage models which brought to us the DJ of today?

6 April 2006, 05:50 AM	#20
bhrees "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland Ohio Watch: SS/WG DJ jubilee Posts: 131	Can only be the DateJust. Still going strong __________________ Regards Brian

6 April 2006, 08:04 AM	#21
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	I would say the Submariner. It is the workhorse of the Rolex fam.

6 April 2006, 09:32 PM	#22
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	Much as I love the Sub's design, I'd have to say that the quintessential Rolex is the DateJust. Nothing says Rolex more clearly than that cyclops and fluted bezel. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

7 April 2006, 04:21 AM	#23
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	I agree James

7 April 2006, 12:49 PM	#25
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	JJ and Earl, quit riding the doctors coattails please. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

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