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Solo118 · 30 April 2013, 10:14 AM

The Heuer is beautiful!! Go for it!

bonbonson · 30 April 2013, 11:57 AM

I like the Heuer because the rolex scares me. It's not a king midas.... and at its price while being an aftermarket is not something i will buy. Heuer's are increasing in value nowadays

WJGESQ · 30 April 2013, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Duffnut

Hi,

First of all, thanks to those of you who have helped me so far to find a special gift for my partners 50th birthday....thank you!

I've narrowed it down to two watches and I need your expert opinions to help me choose....the Rolex or Heuer?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Heue...71184747540%26

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ROLEX-OYSTER...item460ecf2de8

I would appreciate your views and comments on the watches above.

Many thanks for your time.

This is a joke, right?

polarinda · 30 April 2013, 12:09 PM

Agree..that Heuer is beautiful.

FeelingTheBlues · 30 April 2013, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by WJGESQ

This is a joke, right?

Where's the joke?

luv2fly · 30 April 2013, 12:48 PM

In the choice between those 2 of that vintage definitely the Heuer.

Singslinger · 30 April 2013, 01:14 PM

The Heuer for sure.

FNFZ4 · 30 April 2013, 01:16 PM

im tired of this Rolex Rolex Rolex thing... I say Casio!

Opps wrong Forum... hmmm between the two... I guess Ill have to go with Rolex

TX - Longhorns · 30 April 2013, 01:46 PM

Heuer...

Htab · 30 April 2013, 01:52 PM

Rolex for me.

DreambreaX · 30 April 2013, 01:53 PM

Heuer

Tudor66 · 30 April 2013, 01:55 PM

Between the two..., I say Heuer. Not a fan of that particular Rolex dial, and I was a huge Heuer fan before I could afford to buy vintage Rolexes...

HL65 · 30 April 2013, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Where's the joke?

X2

1675-David · 30 April 2013, 07:20 PM

HEUER without a doubt!

airchitect · 30 April 2013, 08:13 PM

Heuer! That Rolex is rough to say the least.

Bangel · 30 April 2013, 08:21 PM

Heuer for me.

geekyjeff · 1 May 2013, 12:37 AM

From the title alone, I was about to say Rolex. But looking at the 2 you have in mind, definitely the vintage Heuer.

Reu · 1 May 2013, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

X2

x3.

Go with the Heuer based on these two.

dvdwyn · 1 May 2013, 12:54 AM

HEUER looks more elegant

Knappo 1307 · 1 May 2013, 12:59 AM

Heuer, however I wish it were solid gold and not gold filled...

jason1332 · 1 May 2013, 01:30 AM

Heuer.

JCW1980 · 1 May 2013, 02:07 AM

That Heuer is a winner! The chrono and rally strap add a cool touch, and I'm not a fan of diamonds on watches...add to that the questions the membership here have raised about the Rolex, and that's one more good reason to go with the Heuer.

Duffnut · 3 May 2013, 10:22 PM

Thanks all for your replies....much appreciated! Rolex is a definate 'no no' - taking the weekend to think on the Heuer! My thanks again....

nick c · 3 May 2013, 10:29 PM

Rolex

Reu · 3 May 2013, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duffnut

Thanks all for your replies....much appreciated! Rolex is a definate 'no no' - taking the weekend to think on the Heuer! My thanks again....

You should go for it - He'll be really happy.

You've done well based on the fact that you've asked this question on a Rolex website! Testament to how much nicer the Heuer is out of these two!

floater156 · 4 May 2013, 01:43 AM

Are you sure your partner wants vintage?

yld2rob · 4 May 2013, 02:16 AM

ROLEX!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bling72 · 4 May 2013, 02:33 AM

I am glad that many people have been so kind to advise.

Have you taken a visit to jewellers to see the new Rolexs and heuers ?

You can get some free info brosures and history about the two companies. That is never a waste of time. If you do not theres a small chance that he will. Look at it this way, when you find out more about the brands themselves how the watches are built, and asking lots of questions to the jewellers not only are they earning their wages, but most importantly you can better picture which brand he is more likely to like. Quite a number of men look past the look of the watch some take notice of the brand, as well as the practicality of the watch.

I can only tell you for a while I wanted a heuer but 20 years ago $3000 was way out of my budget. This was years before I heard of Rolex. I spent 2 years reading and researching on many brands including Heuer and Rolex. After choosing the right opportunity to get the Milgauss GV the rest is history. Best decision about a watch I ever made. I would be fortunate to get a similar feelings or a future watch.

Look at as many models as you can because not to help choosing the right one or possibly find a better third alternative but just to see what is available. It is an exciting excercise to look for a watch. It is a very personal thing to buy for someone particularly a loved one. Ensure to get the watch certified by the official service centre no worser feeling buying a fake. You cannot fix a mistake like that.

Bling72 · 4 May 2013, 02:48 AM

It clearly sounds like you just want to buy the watch that you prefer as opposed to which he would rather have.

Forget which brand is which for the purpose of the next statement what is wrong with diamonds or gold anyway ? If he has lots of ofer gold jewelry then it makes more sense to get something to compliment gold like... Gold. If he does not this can be a really nice change. Does he does own and wear any gold or diamonds or has zero of that? Take time to think about that one.

I never met anyone dissapointed buying a rolex because of the brand name however I lost count how many people wished that they chose the Rolex.

Well from my experience if I get someone a present because I knew they they would like it and 95% of the time I was correct because they really liked it, then it's a worthy mind set to have. I wouldn't want to but something for do one because it suits me better, might as well buy the item for myself instead.

Rolexwatch · 4 May 2013, 05:13 AM

You can't put Rolex (in house movements) and Heuer (ETA/Valjoux) in the same sentence: They are completely different watches.

One is a great watch and the other, well, it tells the time and is a kind-'o-nice watch. Even vintage ones, because you would have to go wayy back to find a decent Heuer watch, because there are some.

Go Rolex.

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Tudor66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Al Location: California, USA Watch: GMT- Pepsi Posts: 3,462	Between the two..., I say Heuer. Not a fan of that particular Rolex dial, and I was a huge Heuer fan before I could afford to buy vintage Rolexes... __________________ -NAWCC Member

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4 May 2013, 01:43 AM	#56
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30 April 2013, 10:14 AM	#31
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,091	The Heuer is beautiful!! Go for it!

30 April 2013, 11:57 AM	#32
bonbonson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: philippines Posts: 387	I like the Heuer because the rolex scares me. It's not a king midas.... and at its price while being an aftermarket is not something i will buy. Heuer's are increasing in value nowadays

30 April 2013, 12:09 PM	#34
polarinda "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Trav Location: singapore Watch: it Posts: 2,316	Agree..that Heuer is beautiful.

30 April 2013, 12:48 PM	#36
luv2fly Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Sphere @ 1 AU Posts: 251	In the choice between those 2 of that vintage definitely the Heuer.

30 April 2013, 01:14 PM	#37
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	The Heuer for sure.

30 April 2013, 01:46 PM	#39
TX - Longhorns "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dallas Watch: 116610LN Posts: 86	Heuer...

30 April 2013, 01:52 PM	#40
Htab 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Dad Location: USA Watch: To many Posts: 1,389	Rolex for me.

30 April 2013, 01:53 PM	#41
DreambreaX Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Rolex Estate Posts: 1,304	Heuer

30 April 2013, 07:20 PM	#44
1675-David "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 6,061	HEUER without a doubt!

30 April 2013, 08:13 PM	#45
airchitect "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: KY Watch: A few..... Posts: 3,796	Heuer! That Rolex is rough to say the least.

30 April 2013, 08:21 PM	#46
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	Heuer for me.

1 May 2013, 12:37 AM	#47
geekyjeff "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Jeff Location: NJ Watch: Always want 1 more Posts: 94	From the title alone, I was about to say Rolex. But looking at the 2 you have in mind, definitely the vintage Heuer.

1 May 2013, 12:59 AM	#50
Knappo 1307 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,561	Heuer, however I wish it were solid gold and not gold filled...

1 May 2013, 01:30 AM	#51
jason1332 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Jason Location: Gnashvegas Watch: PO LM 45.5 Posts: 97	Heuer.

1 May 2013, 02:07 AM	#52
JCW1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: DFW, TX Watch: Speedmaster Posts: 672	That Heuer is a winner! The chrono and rally strap add a cool touch, and I'm not a fan of diamonds on watches...add to that the questions the membership here have raised about the Rolex, and that's one more good reason to go with the Heuer.

3 May 2013, 10:22 PM	#53
Duffnut Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: London Posts: 15	Thanks all for your replies....much appreciated! Rolex is a definate 'no no' - taking the weekend to think on the Heuer! My thanks again....

3 May 2013, 10:29 PM	#54
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Rolex

4 May 2013, 02:33 AM	#58
Bling72 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Australia Posts: 298	To be... Or not to be... I am glad that many people have been so kind to advise. Have you taken a visit to jewellers to see the new Rolexs and heuers ? You can get some free info brosures and history about the two companies. That is never a waste of time. If you do not theres a small chance that he will. Look at it this way, when you find out more about the brands themselves how the watches are built, and asking lots of questions to the jewellers not only are they earning their wages, but most importantly you can better picture which brand he is more likely to like. Quite a number of men look past the look of the watch some take notice of the brand, as well as the practicality of the watch. I can only tell you for a while I wanted a heuer but 20 years ago $3000 was way out of my budget. This was years before I heard of Rolex. I spent 2 years reading and researching on many brands including Heuer and Rolex. After choosing the right opportunity to get the Milgauss GV the rest is history. Best decision about a watch I ever made. I would be fortunate to get a similar feelings or a future watch. Look at as many models as you can because not to help choosing the right one or possibly find a better third alternative but just to see what is available. It is an exciting excercise to look for a watch. It is a very personal thing to buy for someone particularly a loved one. Ensure to get the watch certified by the official service centre no worser feeling buying a fake. You cannot fix a mistake like that.

4 May 2013, 02:48 AM	#59
Bling72 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Australia Posts: 298	After reading your final decision... It clearly sounds like you just want to buy the watch that you prefer as opposed to which he would rather have. Forget which brand is which for the purpose of the next statement what is wrong with diamonds or gold anyway ? If he has lots of ofer gold jewelry then it makes more sense to get something to compliment gold like... Gold. If he does not this can be a really nice change. Does he does own and wear any gold or diamonds or has zero of that? Take time to think about that one. I never met anyone dissapointed buying a rolex because of the brand name however I lost count how many people wished that they chose the Rolex. Well from my experience if I get someone a present because I knew they they would like it and 95% of the time I was correct because they really liked it, then it's a worthy mind set to have. I wouldn't want to but something for do one because it suits me better, might as well buy the item for myself instead.

4 May 2013, 05:13 AM	#60
Rolexwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Europe somewhere Watch: Ro,Om,Cart,Lon,Sei Posts: 319	You can't put Rolex (in house movements) and Heuer (ETA/Valjoux) in the same sentence: They are completely different watches. One is a great watch and the other, well, it tells the time and is a kind-'o-nice watch. Even vintage ones, because you would have to go wayy back to find a decent Heuer watch, because there are some. Go Rolex.

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