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jonathon555 · 16 July 2010, 07:33 AM

What are Rolex's iconic models ?

I have read all the wiki answers what do you guys think.

Prince · 16 July 2010, 07:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonathon555

What are Rolex's iconic models ?

I have read all the wiki answers what do you guys think.

Here's two I can think of:

I take iconic to mean something that is readily recognized, and generally represents an object or concept with great cultural significance to a wide cultural group. In the context of Rolex, these two (and others as well) would be immediately recognized as representing the essence of Rolex, and are much revered as such.

BTW, I LOVE mine!

NMS75 · 16 July 2010, 07:42 AM

It has to be the Submariner for me! Apart from the fact it is just a classic great looking watch the various models have been worn many a famous face. Connery (as James Bond) and Steve McQueen are just two that spring to mind - the coolest onscreen secret agent and the King of Cool himself :p

Just my opinion of course...

M

jonathon555 · 16 July 2010, 07:47 AM

All sounds good, which are the longest running models ?

Fiery · 16 July 2010, 07:47 AM

IMHO Rolex has several iconic models. For non-WIS people probably the Submariner is the most iconic, with the Daytona close second. But then DateJust, Day-Date, GMT are all iconic in my book.

ParisDakarBmw · 16 July 2010, 08:20 AM

I think the sub takes the cake

Speed · 16 July 2010, 08:26 AM

Here are the Icons...

Prince · 16 July 2010, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Here are the Icons...

Have to agree, Bill!

mike · 16 July 2010, 08:29 AM

Interesting question. I wonder if "model" is to broad?

Reference perhaps?

5513

1675

1680

Kanger · 16 July 2010, 08:36 AM

I think there is no doubt that a Sub is the flagship model, but the GMT IIc is giving it a run for its money, especially now that I see how the new Sub looks so plain. I still voted for the Sub anyway.

The GMT Master · 16 July 2010, 08:38 AM

If you're looking for the longest running model, then the winner is the Datejust - in continuous production since 1945

Hooper · 16 July 2010, 08:48 AM

The Sub of course

Dr. Robert · 16 July 2010, 09:12 AM

I vote for the two pictured in above post....SS Datejust, fluted bezel, silver dial, stick markers....& the SS Submariner.

esm · 16 July 2010, 09:35 AM

IMO the most ironic Rolex is DateJust.

Rolesor · 16 July 2010, 09:38 AM

DJ and SUb hands down! Two of the most copied watches int he world I imagine between the oyster and jubiliee bracelet as well as the fluted bezel and sub bezel. I see look a likes of those elements every day!

Rolesor · 16 July 2010, 09:39 AM

[QUOTE=esm;1939314]IMO the most ironic Rolex is DateJust.[/QUOTE

Ironic you say..

esm · 16 July 2010, 09:43 AM

oops.... I meant "iconic"....

sakuraba · 16 July 2010, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

IMO the most ironic Rolex is DateJust.

might get flamed there, Eric!

nauticajoe · 16 July 2010, 10:09 AM

It's gotta be the Sub.

JJ Irani · 16 July 2010, 10:11 AM

Although the Sub seems to be miles ahead on votes, in actual fact it's the TT DJ that is the highest and fastest selling Rolex of them all.

It's by far the most recognised Rolex of them all....................but sadly, the most replicated too.

JJ

sakuraba · 16 July 2010, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Although the Sub seems to be miles ahead on votes, in actual fact it's the TT DJ that is the highest and fastest selling Rolex of them all.
It's by far the most recognised Rolex of them all....................but sadly, the most replicated too.
JJ

"Most Replicated" would be the best gauge of being an "Icon".

DJ it is!

JJ Irani · 16 July 2010, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by sakuraba

"Most Replicated" would be the best gauge of being an "Icon".

DJ it is!

Exactly...................imitation is the best form of flattery!!

rfknauss · 16 July 2010, 10:29 AM

Jonathon, I voted for the Submariner.

Zed Homme · 16 July 2010, 10:32 AM

I voted sub, but the dj is right up there with it...

Zed Homme · 16 July 2010, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Although the Sub seems to be miles ahead on votes, in actual fact it's the TT DJ that is the highest and fastest selling Rolex of them all.

It's by far the most recognised Rolex of them all....................but sadly, the most replicated too.

JJ

I couldn't agree more... It is by far the most common watch I see "in the wild."

straker · 16 July 2010, 10:41 AM

I voted Sub, my hand hovered over the dweller though as it's my fave...

Iconic it is, I mean how many datejusts has James Bond worn?

tkc324 · 16 July 2010, 11:02 AM

DJ around the world.... Sub in the US.

Atomant · 16 July 2010, 11:14 AM

Two Tone Sub.

HL65 · 16 July 2010, 11:22 AM

TT DJ for dress--Sub for sport model.

ersnyder · 16 July 2010, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Here are the Icons...

Bill, you nailed it!

View Poll Results: Which is the iconic model ?
Sea Dweller	9	3.72%
Date Just	40	16.53%
Submariner	146	60.33%
Day Date	19	7.85%
Gmt Master	15	6.20%
Explorer	8	3.31%
Other	5	2.07%
Voters: 242. You may not vote on this poll

16 July 2010, 07:33 AM	#1
jonathon555 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: UK Posts: 582	Iconic Rolex models. What are Rolex's iconic models ? I have read all the wiki answers what do you guys think.

16 July 2010, 09:38 AM	#15
Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,150	DJ and SUb hands down! Two of the most copied watches int he world I imagine between the oyster and jubiliee bracelet as well as the fluted bezel and sub bezel. I see look a likes of those elements every day! __________________ 116234 - Blue Concentric Dial - Fluted Bezel - Oyster Bracelet Tudor Black Bay 54 - Rubber Strap

16 July 2010, 09:39 AM	#16
Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,150	[QUOTE=esm;1939314]IMO the most ironic Rolex is DateJust.[/QUOTE Ironic you say.. __________________ 116234 - Blue Concentric Dial - Fluted Bezel - Oyster Bracelet Tudor Black Bay 54 - Rubber Strap

16 July 2010, 10:11 AM	#20
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Although the Sub seems to be miles ahead on votes, in actual fact it's the TT DJ that is the highest and fastest selling Rolex of them all. It's by far the most recognised Rolex of them all....................but sadly, the most replicated too. JJ __________________ 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!!

16 July 2010, 07:42 AM	#3
NMS75 Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: United Kingdom Watch: 16610 & 116710LN Posts: 559	It has to be the Submariner for me! Apart from the fact it is just a classic great looking watch the various models have been worn many a famous face. Connery (as James Bond) and Steve McQueen are just two that spring to mind - the coolest onscreen secret agent and the King of Cool himself :p Just my opinion of course... M

16 July 2010, 07:47 AM	#4
jonathon555 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: UK Posts: 582	All sounds good, which are the longest running models ?

16 July 2010, 07:47 AM	#5
Fiery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Sub-C 116610LN Posts: 2,649	IMHO Rolex has several iconic models. For non-WIS people probably the Submariner is the most iconic, with the Daytona close second. But then DateJust, Day-Date, GMT are all iconic in my book.

16 July 2010, 08:20 AM	#6
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	I think the sub takes the cake

16 July 2010, 08:26 AM	#7
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Here are the Icons...

16 July 2010, 08:29 AM	#9
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Interesting question. I wonder if "model" is to broad? Reference perhaps? 5513 1675 1680

16 July 2010, 08:36 AM	#10
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	I think there is no doubt that a Sub is the flagship model, but the GMT IIc is giving it a run for its money, especially now that I see how the new Sub looks so plain. I still voted for the Sub anyway.

16 July 2010, 08:38 AM	#11
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	If you're looking for the longest running model, then the winner is the Datejust - in continuous production since 1945

16 July 2010, 08:48 AM	#12
Hooper "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: 16610 Posts: 3,290	The Sub of course

16 July 2010, 09:12 AM	#13
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,310	I vote for the two pictured in above post....SS Datejust, fluted bezel, silver dial, stick markers....& the SS Submariner.

16 July 2010, 09:35 AM	#14
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	IMO the most ironic Rolex is DateJust.

16 July 2010, 09:43 AM	#17
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	oops.... I meant "iconic"....

16 July 2010, 10:09 AM	#19
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	It's gotta be the Sub.

16 July 2010, 10:29 AM	#23
rfknauss 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,497	Jonathon, I voted for the Submariner. __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

16 July 2010, 10:32 AM	#24
Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	I voted sub, but the dj is right up there with it...

16 July 2010, 10:41 AM	#26
straker "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Sydney Australia Watch: White 1680, 16660 Posts: 49	I voted Sub, my hand hovered over the dweller though as it's my fave... Iconic it is, I mean how many datejusts has James Bond worn?

16 July 2010, 11:02 AM	#27
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	DJ around the world.... Sub in the US.

16 July 2010, 11:14 AM	#28
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	Two Tone Sub. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

16 July 2010, 11:22 AM	#29
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	TT DJ for dress--Sub for sport model. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

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