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Doctorsti · 5 July 2011, 02:03 PM

Just a silly question I know but I can't imagine why they would put that thing on a super tough "scratch proof" bezel insert? I can't imagine it's meant to be worn for any purpose but why is it even on there for packaging purposes?

Any ideas? Forgive me if it's been covered, I couldn't find anything specific in searching.

sleddog · 5 July 2011, 02:10 PM

Packaging and shipping only!

STEELINOX · 5 July 2011, 02:10 PM

Bfhaaa ha haa, I just near spilt my beer

Thats a dammmned good question ~ !

padi56 · 5 July 2011, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Doctorsti

Just a silly question I know but I can't imagine why they would put that thing on a super tough "scratch proof" bezel insert? I can't imagine it's meant to be worn for any purpose but why is it even on there for packaging purposes?

Any ideas? Forgive me if it's been covered, I couldn't find anything specific in searching.

Because some think these bits of plastic are more important than the watch they must have a full set including all the sticky back plastic.And today many paying for these bits of plastic packaging stuff on places like ebay, if they did not get one with there watch.But even the ceramic insert if you hit it hard enough just like the sapphire crystals it will scratch or mark.

steubi1 · 5 July 2011, 05:28 PM

Good question!

Maybe it is to avoid finger prints on the bezel while the watch is in the store and potential customers and the sales personnel handle it.

The ceramic bezel looks fantastic, but it IS in fact very very sensitive to fingerprints, and that looks awful....

Tom

bondtoys · 5 July 2011, 05:34 PM

I think, that the protector serves 2 purposes:

1. Avoid fingerprints from the entire part
2. Protect the metal outer ring from getting chipped or scratched and as we all know - ceramic is scratch - resitent to a degree, but it can be chipped as well).

Maybe some regard it not to be necessary but they belong to an entire concept to achieve a certain quality at the end.

swatty · 5 July 2011, 07:33 PM

So Oscar can loose them

bodybump · 5 July 2011, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by swatty

So Oscar can loose them

I knew this was coming.....So i can make a living selling them....

bodybump · 5 July 2011, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doctorsti

Just a silly question I know but I can't imagine why they would put that thing on a super tough "scratch proof" bezel insert? I can't imagine it's meant to be worn for any purpose but why is it even on there for packaging purposes?

Any ideas? Forgive me if it's been covered, I couldn't find anything specific in searching.

Trust me soe people wont even buy a Rolex without this plastic thingy...i even got blasted on it....

padi56 · 5 July 2011, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

Trust me soe people wont even buy a Rolex without this plastic thingy...i even got blasted on it....

And we all know Oscar without these bits of plastic tat the watch is not genuine

first it was the holograms now its plastic bezel packaging.

Punjabusa · 5 July 2011, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doctorsti

Just a silly question I know but I can't imagine why they would put that thing on a super tough "scratch proof" bezel insert? I can't imagine it's meant to be worn for any purpose but why is it even on there for packaging purposes?

Any ideas? Forgive me if it's been covered, I couldn't find anything specific in searching.

to keep the dust off the ceramic, lol

malnik · 6 July 2011, 01:43 AM

to keep and get a few extra bucks when you resell your watch.

Chris B · 6 July 2011, 01:46 AM

Don't take it off, it invalidates the warranty lol

Johny · 6 July 2011, 01:51 AM

is it safe to put your rolex back into the box if you dont have a bezel protector on it?....

ManUtd · 6 July 2011, 01:59 AM

I never saw so much plastic and stickers in a new watch until I saw a Rolex at an AD. I left all the "protection" for my Daytona at the AD.

2th Dr · 6 July 2011, 02:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bodybump

I knew this was coming.....So i can make a living selling them....

2th Dr · 6 July 2011, 02:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johny

is it safe to put your rolex back into the box if you dont have a bezel protector on it?....

I think so, but the warranty is void.

Cru Jones · 6 July 2011, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Punjabusa

to keep the dust off the ceramic, lol

Actually, that must be the reason. Keep the bezel as shiny and blingy as possible....

Or, just force of habit?

Megalobyte · 6 July 2011, 02:32 AM

I know it's tempting to make fun of anything that might protect a Rolex, but on the Sub C, there's a raised, very thin wire edge just outside the ceramic that can ding up very easily. I know it's going to happen if you wear the watch, but that's not what we're talking about here. Perhaps Rolex felt a piece of plastic costing a few cents that allows an 8k watch to sit in a dealer's case, and be tried on and handled a few hundred times without the watch starting to look dinged up and not quite brand new, was a good idea. Just a thought.

Johny · 6 July 2011, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

I think so, but the warranty is void.

is it safe to fill in the warranty card if the watch is out of the box...

springbar · 6 July 2011, 03:21 AM

To protect the steel edge of the bezel, of course.

I don't know why one should make fun of all the plastic Rolex sticks on their watches. Watches accumulate scratches quickly when handled in the showroom (where, under those bright halogen lights, they're especially obvious). The plastic keeps the watch's steel surfaces pristine for the new owner to enjoy.

Packaging that protects a product's cosmetics is commonplace in many industries. Think of the plastic sheets that Apple puts over everything. Plastic is cheap. I'm surprised Rolex didn't start doing it decades ago.

Sure, he or she will likely put some scuffs in right away, but that's his or her prerogative. It makes buyers feel better and it takes a lot of the risk out of letting more potential buyers handle the merchandise.

MDT48 · 6 July 2011, 04:10 AM

I didn't get a bezel protector with mine. I had assumed they only came with the old metal bezels.

That said, I didn't put the watch back in the box when I bought it. I put it in a watch pouch in my courier bag. I figured that if someone wanted to snatch the Rolex bag out of my hand I'd rather the watch wasn't in there!

Not sure what I would have done with the bezel protector anyway. It goes in my watch winder when I'm not wearing it rather than the box.

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ElPrimero · 6 July 2011, 04:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by springbar

To protect the steel edge of the bezel, of course.

I don't know why one should make fun of all the plastic Rolex sticks on their watches. Watches accumulate scratches quickly when handled in the showroom (where, under those bright halogen lights, they're especially obvious). The plastic keeps the watch's steel surfaces pristine for the new owner to enjoy.

Packaging that protects a product's cosmetics is commonplace in many industries. Think of the plastic sheets that Apple puts over everything. Plastic is cheap. I'm surprised Rolex didn't start doing it decades ago.

Sure, he or she will likely put some scuffs in right away, but that's his or her prerogative. It makes buyers feel better and it takes a lot of the risk out of letting more potential buyers handle the merchandise.

THAT is the correct answer!!

RJC · 6 July 2011, 04:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by springbar

To protect the steel edge of the bezel, of course.

I don't know why one should make fun of all the plastic Rolex sticks on their watches. Watches accumulate scratches quickly when handled in the showroom (where, under those bright halogen lights, they're especially obvious). The plastic keeps the watch's steel surfaces pristine for the new owner to enjoy.

Probably because some owners are so much up their own backside, they find it hard to even consider an opinion other than their own.

ElPrimero · 6 July 2011, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by RJC

Probably because some owners are so much up their own backside, they find it hard to even consider an opinion other than their own.

I couldn't agree more my friend!!

landroverking · 6 July 2011, 04:41 AM

To start a thread like this.

TSW · 6 July 2011, 04:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Johny

is it safe to put your rolex back into the box if you dont have a bezel protector on it?....

Casey VP-26 · 6 July 2011, 09:40 AM

Why would anyone remove the bezel protector, satin finish look, Original to the watch. Heck maybe the hangtags should be left on to dangle.

5 July 2011, 02:03 PM	#1
Doctorsti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Delaware Watch: 116660 Posts: 586	What is the point of the plastic bezel guard on the Ceramic Sub's? Just a silly question I know but I can't imagine why they would put that thing on a super tough "scratch proof" bezel insert? I can't imagine it's meant to be worn for any purpose but why is it even on there for packaging purposes? Any ideas? Forgive me if it's been covered, I couldn't find anything specific in searching.

5 July 2011, 02:10 PM	#2
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Packaging and shipping only! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

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STEELINOX 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,021	Bfhaaa ha haa, I just near spilt my beer Thats a dammmned good question ~ ! __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN SUB-MAH-REEEN-ER ~ !

6 July 2011, 01:51 AM	#14
Johny "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: john Location: Scotland Watch: sub 16610Lv Posts: 13,523	is it safe to put your rolex back into the box if you dont have a bezel protector on it?.... __________________ "AFTER DARK" BAR AND NIGHT CLUB GM.

5 July 2011, 05:28 PM	#5
steubi1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: Switzerland Watch: too many Posts: 1,150	Good question! Maybe it is to avoid finger prints on the bezel while the watch is in the store and potential customers and the sales personnel handle it. The ceramic bezel looks fantastic, but it IS in fact very very sensitive to fingerprints, and that looks awful.... Tom

5 July 2011, 05:34 PM	#6
bondtoys "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: World Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,733	I think, that the protector serves 2 purposes: 1. Avoid fingerprints from the entire part 2. Protect the metal outer ring from getting chipped or scratched and as we all know - ceramic is scratch - resitent to a degree, but it can be chipped as well). Maybe some regard it not to be necessary but they belong to an entire concept to achieve a certain quality at the end.

5 July 2011, 07:33 PM	#7
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	So Oscar can loose them

6 July 2011, 01:43 AM	#12
malnik "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Sub-Date-C Posts: 240	to keep and get a few extra bucks when you resell your watch.

6 July 2011, 01:46 AM	#13
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Don't take it off, it invalidates the warranty lol

6 July 2011, 01:59 AM	#15
ManUtd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 1,613	I never saw so much plastic and stickers in a new watch until I saw a Rolex at an AD. I left all the "protection" for my Daytona at the AD.

6 July 2011, 02:32 AM	#19
Megalobyte "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Ari Location: Florida Watch: ...me go broke Posts: 2,428	I know it's tempting to make fun of anything that might protect a Rolex, but on the Sub C, there's a raised, very thin wire edge just outside the ceramic that can ding up very easily. I know it's going to happen if you wear the watch, but that's not what we're talking about here. Perhaps Rolex felt a piece of plastic costing a few cents that allows an 8k watch to sit in a dealer's case, and be tried on and handled a few hundred times without the watch starting to look dinged up and not quite brand new, was a good idea. Just a thought.

6 July 2011, 03:21 AM	#21
springbar "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bay Area, Ca Watch: 116400GV Posts: 834	To protect the steel edge of the bezel, of course. I don't know why one should make fun of all the plastic Rolex sticks on their watches. Watches accumulate scratches quickly when handled in the showroom (where, under those bright halogen lights, they're especially obvious). The plastic keeps the watch's steel surfaces pristine for the new owner to enjoy. Packaging that protects a product's cosmetics is commonplace in many industries. Think of the plastic sheets that Apple puts over everything. Plastic is cheap. I'm surprised Rolex didn't start doing it decades ago. Sure, he or she will likely put some scuffs in right away, but that's his or her prerogative. It makes buyers feel better and it takes a lot of the risk out of letting more potential buyers handle the merchandise.

6 July 2011, 04:10 AM	#22
MDT48 Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 16	I didn't get a bezel protector with mine. I had assumed they only came with the old metal bezels. That said, I didn't put the watch back in the box when I bought it. I put it in a watch pouch in my courier bag. I figured that if someone wanted to snatch the Rolex bag out of my hand I'd rather the watch wasn't in there! Not sure what I would have done with the bezel protector anyway. It goes in my watch winder when I'm not wearing it rather than the box. Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

6 July 2011, 04:41 AM	#26
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	To start a thread like this.

6 July 2011, 09:40 AM	#28
Casey VP-26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,721	Why would anyone remove the bezel protector, satin finish look, Original to the watch. Heck maybe the hangtags should be left on to dangle.

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