Rolex Logo on Submariner (and other models)

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by Osmin

Would only work if the 12 index is replaced by a crown. Although, a superluminova crown would be cool

I guess the absense of a lume could be used for orienting the watch in the dark. Frankly I like the triangle myself. I see no need for Rolex to mess with something that is an icon.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by minute_man

As much as I like the applied Rolex crown logo, I think it has no place on a diver's dial or certain professional models where legibility is key. While I'm a big fan of the painted dials of yore, I find the applied indices very practical especially when looking at the dial from an angle. An applied logo among them though in additionto some 12 O'clock index, would ruin that on a professional model such as a Sub, Explorer or GMT.

My 321 respectfully disagrees Basil :



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[GONZO2LR]

maybe you guys should start you own watch company...make them your own way....let see who's gonna buy them...me naw....Rolexes look fantastic!!

[minute_man]

Originally Posted by brandrea

My 321 respectfully disagrees Basil :

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I somehow knew you would bring this up, Brian
But the applied shiny Ω doesn't get mixed up with the indices or the hands on the speedy.
Now visualize an applied crown logo under the inverted triangle of your GMT, among the other shiny bits: indices, hands etc. and you have the last drop that makes the cup run over...

PS: I love that 321

[Krash]

I like it the way it is. It would look out of place on the Sub.

[toolr]

It's fine as is.

[Roddypeepa]

Rolex will never break with tradition - nor should they with 60 y of submariners. That being said it would look good (maybe) on yellow gold and TT models. Would love to see a mock up.

But I do love the submariner/ gmt master dial layout - absolutely best around imho.


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[sski]

what i want Rolex to do for any new references is switch from the white gold applique indices to Platinum! incremental upgrades- the Rolex way! (retrofit the other current references eventually.)

[WatchGuy1966]

I strongly prefer an applied crown and wish it was for every model

[Tricolore66]

That's because gold is very resistant to saltwater corrosion.

Originally Posted by brandrea

Well they’ve got gold surrounds on the plots already so ….

[Old Geezer]

I think it's fine as is. IMO, an applique crown would look weird below the triangular 12 o'clock marker and wouldn't like it as a replacement for the triangle.

[LFFL]

I'd totally be okay with an applied crown

Someone had mentioned the 1680 dial, here's a pic of it

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by LFFL

I'd totally be okay with an applied crown

Someone had mentioned the 1680 dial, here's a pic of it

Looks good; love the nipples!!!

[MJZRolex]

I've never thought about it, but I'm fine with it as is.

[SS2020]

Originally Posted by LFFL

I'd totally be okay with an applied crown

Someone had mentioned the 1680 dial, here's a pic of it

Wow, it does exist! Bring this back!!!

[Marast-66]

Originally Posted by SS2020

Would anyone else prefer that Rolex put a raised / physical crown emblem on the Submariner (and other models i.e. GMT) instead of a flat painted/printed crown? I'm thinking something similar (but smaller) to what the Sky Dweller, Daytona, DateJust, Presidential, etc. have, but again smaller, in place of the printed one that's currently on the Sub dial.

Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my Submariner, but for $10k+, I would think Rolex would do more with a mass printed dial...

What do you think?

It’s just fine the way it is. Tool watch.


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[Andad]

If they changed it some would complain that an applied crown spoiled the dial.

[DLRIDES]

Applied crown and LESS TEXT !

[PenDelicate]

Originally Posted by envuks

definitely. I’ve thought about this many times. The applied crown on the dial of my daytona is very cool

+1

[PenDelicate]

Nice timing in this thread. They even show a crown being applied in their video released today ...
https://youtu.be/OE0E8BmrvnI?t=30

[lowmandfl]

I’d be into it. I’ve always appreciated applied logos, adds an element of depth to the dial.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by DLRIDES

Applied crown and LESS TEXT !

Totally agree Don.

[Osmin]

Nice video. Thanks!

[kegan]

Originally Posted by Finslayer83

I want matte painted dials again.

Make 1680 dials great again.

Yep best looking subs and gmts are from this era. The last thing they need now is more bling.

[Pauln]

It’s fine now.

[wristwear]

I really hope they don't do what you suggest and ruin the look of their professional models.

[GONZO2LR]

Looks great just as it's meant to look....if you dont like it...get something else!