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The moose · 21 July 2018, 03:37 AM

Hey guys!

Been seeing numerous threads about what vintage really is...some say 4-digit, some say “at least 25 years old”...time is ticking though and 25 years back is now 1993

...

Would it be totally outrageous to just call the 5-digit Rolexes “Retro”? We then have “modern”, “retro” and “vintage”...fair enough? Of course some 5-digit bastards might still have rehaut engravings and be very modern...some might still be in production (16623?) but anyway : )

Can we just agree on celebrating this “baptism” of the “Retro”category with pics of some retro love? Let me share some scans of my first Rolex, bought new in 2000

The moose · 21 July 2018, 04:03 AM

This lil’ bastard will also fit in the category:

Richard Carver · 21 July 2018, 05:12 AM

lol

Kingface66 · 21 July 2018, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by The moose

This lil’ bastard will also fit in the category:

Retro? That??
That all but screams “modern”

Thuilln · 21 July 2018, 07:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The moose

This lil’ bastard will also fit in the category:

In your dreams, everything can happen. Keep the faith.

The moose · 21 July 2018, 07:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kingface66

Retro? That??
That all but screams “modern”

It’s from 1994...probably better to try this thread again in a couple of years : )

05carbondrz · 21 July 2018, 07:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kingface66

Retro? That??
That all but screams “modern”

Agreed,Still agree in 10 Years.

onthedial · 21 July 2018, 12:48 PM

@ The moose
"Retro" can't really apply to the age of something, like a watch, a car, a bottle of wine. Rather, retro is a self-conscious style, one that recycles the past in its very design. That which is retro is inherently backward thinking and contemptuous of the present or future. Since we're here in a watch forum, think of the timepieces that are currently being made with dials painted to look like they have an aged patina. THAT'S retro! Ugh.
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Instagram: @onthedial

Kingface66 · 21 July 2018, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onthedial

@ The moose
"Retro" can't really apply to the age of something, like a watch, a car, a bottle of wine. Rather, retro is a self-conscious style, one that recycles the past in its very design. That which is retro is inherently backward thinking and contemptuous of the present or future. Since we're here in a watch forum, think of the timepieces that are currently being made with dials painted to look like they have an aged patina. THAT'S retro! Ugh.
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Instagram: @onthedial

Well-said

donq · 22 July 2018, 04:50 AM

I would think "Classic" would be more appropriate.

In the motorcycle world there are classic, antique and vintage.

Classic is old, vintage is really old, and antique is so old that all the original owners are dead.

Chope Man · 22 July 2018, 05:08 AM

Or "young timers" like used in the classic car domain.

roh123 · 22 July 2018, 05:31 AM

I usually just call then old new watches. Sapphire crystal and white gold indexes. Not really much different from the current collection. :)

The moose · 22 July 2018, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donq

I would think "Classic" would be more appropriate.

In the motorcycle world there are classic, antique and vintage.

Classic is old, vintage is really old, and antique is so old that all the original owners are dead.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chope Man

Or "young timers" like used in the classic car domain.

Like where this is going! Retro might not be the correct term then...I like your suggestions, cool terminology both of them ��

FTX I · 22 July 2018, 07:38 AM

I like classic.

CPRWATCH · 22 July 2018, 06:48 PM

Prefer the use of "Classic "to describe most of the 5 digit references myself .

theflywrist · 22 July 2018, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roh123

I usually just call then old new watches. Sapphire crystal and white gold indexes. Not really much different from the current collection. :)

Though the charm of 4 digit models cannot be compared to, the 5 digit sapphire (WG surrounds) really are still very very far apart from the modern production IMO.

On the GMT for example, 5 digit sapphire models, many have patina with tritium dials. If the argument is only for the Lumi, then still, holes in the case (up till 2003 I believe), brushed bracelet, and most importantly, gorgeous old proportions and symmetry of the case. Lugs were still decently sized.

Ofcourse there is still nothing like a 4 digit model nevertheless.

mineral · 22 July 2018, 07:09 PM

Great looking Pepsi with jubilee:)

‘Vintage’ 1675

‘Modern’ 16710

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Speed · 23 July 2018, 01:21 AM

Just call it “your watch.”

No need for labels.

jstan9 · 23 July 2018, 01:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The moose

Hey guys!

Been seeing numerous threads about what vintage really is...some say 4-digit, some say “at least 25 years old”...time is ticking though and 25 years back is now 1993

...

Would it be totally outrageous to just call the 5-digit Rolexes “Retro”? We then have “modern”, “retro” and “vintage”...fair enough? Of course some 5-digit bastards might still have rehaut engravings and be very modern...some might still be in production (16623?) but anyway : )

Can we just agree on celebrating this “baptism” of the “Retro”category with pics of some retro love? Let me share some scans of my first Rolex, bought new in 2000

If your watch is retro, I’m down with the term ‘retro!’ It looks brand new! Stunning watch.

101031-28 · 23 July 2018, 01:35 AM

1997... 21 and counting.. I would say classic, can't really think of my YM as retro yet

FTX I · 23 July 2018, 01:51 AM

From one wrong vintage forum poster to the other

fishingbear · 23 July 2018, 02:04 AM

Some classics

21 July 2018, 03:37 AM	#1
The moose Banned Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: USA Posts: 968	How about “Retro”? Hey guys! Been seeing numerous threads about what vintage really is...some say 4-digit, some say “at least 25 years old”...time is ticking though and 25 years back is now 1993 ... Would it be totally outrageous to just call the 5-digit Rolexes “Retro”? We then have “modern”, “retro” and “vintage”...fair enough? Of course some 5-digit bastards might still have rehaut engravings and be very modern...some might still be in production (16623?) but anyway : ) Can we just agree on celebrating this “baptism” of the “Retro”category with pics of some retro love? Let me share some scans of my first Rolex, bought new in 2000

22 July 2018, 05:31 AM	#12
roh123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Per Location: Sweden Watch: Gilt Rolex Posts: 2,946	I usually just call then old new watches. Sapphire crystal and white gold indexes. Not really much different from the current collection. :) __________________ Instagram: @perj123

22 July 2018, 06:48 PM	#15
CPRWATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: Chester UK Watch: Rolex GMT Master Posts: 4,600	Prefer the use of "Classic "to describe most of the 5 digit references myself . Attached Images

22 July 2018, 07:09 PM	#17
mineral "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3,670	Great looking Pepsi with jubilee:) ‘Vintage’ 1675 ‘Modern’ 16710 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Watching date changes every midnight

23 July 2018, 01:35 AM	#20
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,764	1997... 21 and counting.. I would say classic, can't really think of my YM as retro yet Attached Images __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

21 July 2018, 04:03 AM	#2
The moose Banned Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: USA Posts: 968	This lil’ bastard will also fit in the category:

21 July 2018, 05:12 AM	#3
Richard Carver "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US Posts: 2,237	lol

21 July 2018, 12:48 PM	#8
onthedial "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Los Angeles Watch: IG @onthedial Posts: 587	@ The moose "Retro" can't really apply to the age of something, like a watch, a car, a bottle of wine. Rather, retro is a self-conscious style, one that recycles the past in its very design. That which is retro is inherently backward thinking and contemptuous of the present or future. Since we're here in a watch forum, think of the timepieces that are currently being made with dials painted to look like they have an aged patina. THAT'S retro! Ugh. ___________ Instagram: @onthedial

22 July 2018, 04:50 AM	#10
donq "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas tx Watch: 16610,1675,16030 Posts: 1,136	I would think "Classic" would be more appropriate. In the motorcycle world there are classic, antique and vintage. Classic is old, vintage is really old, and antique is so old that all the original owners are dead.

22 July 2018, 05:08 AM	#11
Chope Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Jean-Michel Location: Paris, France Watch: Blue dial 16618 Posts: 293	Or "young timers" like used in the classic car domain.

22 July 2018, 07:38 AM	#14
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	I like classic.

23 July 2018, 01:21 AM	#18
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Just call it “your watch.” No need for labels.

23 July 2018, 01:51 AM	#21
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	From one wrong vintage forum poster to the other Attached Images

23 July 2018, 02:04 AM	#22
fishingbear 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: George Location: Alabama Watch: GMTsSubLVEx2SDDayt Posts: 4,549	Some classics Attached Images

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