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HYDROMAROC · 15 February 2008, 07:21 AM

Most people don't notice. Those that do look, give me the "silent nod" sort of like E.S.P.

... Because they are usually wearing a nice watch as well...

Dan Pierce · 15 February 2008, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

One of the few times anyone ever noticed my watch was in Vegas at the bit "T".

The sales girl looked at my watch--a particularly nice vintage if I do say so--and said "Are you ready to get rid of that old thing and get a new watch"?

Unbelievable!

You should of asked: Are you ready to learn about the value fine vintage Swiss time pieces?"
dP

Goodwatch · 15 February 2008, 07:30 AM

I've owned several watches from both Rolex and Cartier. My first Cartier was a Santos Dumont Carre in SS. The 1979 model. I was 20 years old when I bought it and the first reaction (in a club) was: "that must be a fake". The second Cartier was a Tank Vermeil with an alligator strap and silver dial. No reactions as this is a modest watch. The first Rolex, a 16610, spiked the same reaction as the Santos: "that IS a fake". People just cannot understand that someone who isn't 'loaded' would spend that much money on a watch. On a real Rolex. I made the mistake to bet my monthly pay against the word of the doubter. He backed off and mumbled "well, it must be real then". Once I would have considered those remarks as an insult to my integrity. Not any more.

Ed Rooney · 15 February 2008, 07:37 AM

Never any comment, except one from a sales guy wearing a Datejust.

I've gone to cheaper jewelry stores and tried on Seikos and G-shocks and caught the person behind the counter doing a double-take at my watch.

JostheBoss · 15 February 2008, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by explorerII

I always felt that the Explorer II didn't look like the typical Rolex - al least here in Argentina, so people that noticed usually said: "Nice Watch" or "Nice Watch, what is it?. Oh, a Rolex? Doesn't look like one".
To what I answered...

I'm always worried they'll say "Nice watch...now jump in the car, we go for a ride!"

Or is that Sao Paulo?

Goodwatch · 15 February 2008, 07:48 AM

As an addition: it all is in the eye of the beholder and Rolex are the proven masters of marketing. People can drool all over a Day Date but never notice the Patek Philippe 3939 in white gold on your wrist

JostheBoss · 15 February 2008, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Unbelievable!

You should of asked: Are you ready to learn about the value fine vintage Swiss time pieces?"
dP

Similar thing happened to me.. I went to the jeweller across the way from my AD to squiz at some Pannies. The saleslady notices my Rolex and asks if I'm enjoying it. I say it's great but I've liked te big Panerais too.

Her sales pitch involved trying to say pannies were the way forward since rollies were becoming common. Said thanks and left!

BigHat · 15 February 2008, 07:51 AM

Panerai and Lange are the only ones that RARELY generate a comment and curiousity. Everyone knows Rolex. I see them all the time and never think to comment, especially since so few Rolex owners are WIS. You see a Panny, AP ROO, Lange, etc and approach the owner in a non-threatening way and you're likely to have an interesting watch conversation. Conversations on Rolex usually involve the price and why it's worth it...or not. No interest in those tiresome discussions.

BigHat · 15 February 2008, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by JostheBoss

Her sales pitch involved trying to say pannies were the way forward since rollies were becoming common. Said thanks and left!

Well that was a silly thing for her to say.

For those that into watches and want something a bit more unique will find many options aside from Rolex.

Bobareno · 15 February 2008, 08:07 AM

About the only people that notice are other Rolex watch owners.

Gaijin · 15 February 2008, 08:18 AM

Nobody ever says anything to me.

Well last night a woman grabbed my wrist and wanted to see it up close.

Just glad she did not drug me and three of her accomplices beat me with thier heels!!

Dan Pierce · 15 February 2008, 08:23 AM

The one watch I wear that does get lots of comments is a Tag Heuer "Steve McQueen" Monaco.

But it's the nonWIS types that just like it because it fits into the large watch fad rather than because it's an automatic Swiss watch.

Kinda ruins the fun of wearing it. On the otherhand a WIS will quickly comment and it's nice to converse with others passionate about Swiss mechanical watches.

dP

Paulie · 15 February 2008, 08:27 AM

Only comment I have received on a watch was for my Aqua Terra.

firewalkwithme · 15 February 2008, 08:30 AM

I had a guy just the other day noticed my watch and asked "Is it real?" and I responded with "What do you think?" He just looked at me and smiled and said he's never seen a real one. I kindly smiled and walked away.

I don't feel the need to explain myself to anyone, if they think it's real or not. I know that it is and go about my way.

Kyle

fear · 15 February 2008, 08:36 AM

Absolutely no comments. I wish people would ask.

bwalkerVintage · 15 February 2008, 08:47 AM

I'm a university professor and last night, a class i'm teaching had split up into groups of 4 or 5 to discuss their projects. As I was circulating around, one group had two attractive females and as I sat down next to them, they commented on my GMT being a nice watch. I mentioned it was a Rolex and they got really excited and said that they noticed "nice things" and had been eyeballing it since the course started a few weeks ago. Needless to say, the other two people in the group (guys) had some pretty funny looks on their faces as the girls were fawning over the watch...lol

Dan Pierce · 15 February 2008, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by bwalkerVintage

I'm a university professor and last night, a class i'm teaching had split up into groups of 4 or 5 to discuss their projects. As I was circulating around, one group had two attractive females and as I sat down next to them, they commented on my GMT being a nice watch. I mentioned it was a Rolex and they got really excited and said that they noticed "nice things" and had been eyeballing it since the course started a few weeks ago. Needless to say, the other two people in the group (guys) had some pretty funny looks on their faces as the girls were fawning over the watch...lol

AND you live in San Diego?

Earl Camembert · 15 February 2008, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex_07

I was just curious what are the reactions that people give you when they notice your watch?

For me, most people say "Oh, that's a nice watch." And some others say "What type is that?"

But what do people say to you when they see yours? (Most people don't even notice it, or if they do, they don't say anything about it.)

I have friends in low placeses and DD doesn't get a second look. Just as well if they knew the worth it would disappear.

Gedanken · 15 February 2008, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Earl Camembert

I have friends in low placeses and DD doesn't get a second look. Just as well if they knew the worth it would disappear.

What's your definition of "friends"?

Seems to me you've got no trouble calling them scumbags.

bwalkerVintage · 15 February 2008, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

AND you live in San Diego?

Lol Dan!

Actually, i won't be in San Diego for too much longer. I have just accepted a faculty position in Washington State and will be moving there to set up a laboratory during the summer. Too crowded in Southern California these days anyway - my wife and I are looking forward to more of a small town atmosphere to raise the kids in.

Earl Camembert · 15 February 2008, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Gedanken

What's your definition of "friends"?

Seems to me you've got no trouble calling them scumbags.

"Scumbags" is not a word I used. Freiend I use losely. I had a "friend" I gave my heart, soul and DNA too. She took me for more then $3,000,000.00 and counting. Situitinial ethetics.

mailman · 15 February 2008, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Earl Camembert

"Scumbags" is not a word I used. Freiend I use losely. I had a "friend" I gave my heart, soul and DNA too. She took me for more then $3,000,000.00 and counting. Situitinial ethetics.

Maybe you deserved it.

redshirt1957 · 15 February 2008, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Earl Camembert

"Scumbags" is not a word I used. Freiend I use losely. I had a "friend" I gave my heart, soul and DNA too. She took me for more then $3,000,000.00 and counting. Situitinial ethetics.

Hey, look on the bright side. If the taking you took, and counting, is from a divorce; or equivalent, it means you should have at least $3,000,000 for yourself. Could be worse.

Travis · 15 February 2008, 11:51 AM

In 7 years of daily wear, only 3 people have mentioned they noticed. I have caught 4 or 5 more people that were sneaking looks but were classy enough not to say anything in mixed company.

Rolex = horrible choice if you want attention
Ferrari = fantastic choice if you want attention

As a side note, I have noticed one of my co-workers has a variety of very expensive watches. He has something from just about every big name in very expensive watches (makes my SS Rolex look cheap). However, I have never said a word.

frostie · 15 February 2008, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travis

In 7 years of daily wear, only 3 people have mentioned they noticed. I have caught 4 or 5 more people that were sneaking looks but were classy enough not to say anything in mixed company.

Rolex = horrible choice if you want attention
Ferrari = fantastic choice if you want attention

As a side note, I have noticed one of my co-workers has a variety of very expensive watches. He has something from just about every big name in very expensive watches (makes my SS Rolex look cheap). However, I have never said a word.

Ι bet that your watch has greated sentimental value than the watches of your co-worker cause you've been wearing the watch for 7 years and i am sure that you had many good and bad times with it. You cannot buy sentimental value and your SS sub date is not cheap at all

away36 · 15 February 2008, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

When they notice how old I am they just assume that I am trying to compensate for some shortcomings!

Ppppppppppphhhhhhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa ahhhhh!!!!!

Great....now the monitor is covered with white wine.

Thanks, Joe.

frostie · 15 February 2008, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by away36

Ppppppppppphhhhhhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa ahhhhh!!!!!

Great....now the monitor is covered with white wine.

Thanks, Joe.

away36 · 15 February 2008, 12:03 PM

Makes me crazy when I'm out somewhere and I'm wearing my solid gold vintage Rolex and the gal next to me wearing the Wal-Mart $19.99 "bling" watch gets a dozen compliments and no one even notices I'm wearing a watch!

Gedanken · 15 February 2008, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Earl Camembert

"Scumbags" is not a word I used. Freiend I use losely. I had a "friend" I gave my heart, soul and DNA too. She took me for more then $3,000,000.00 and counting. Situitinial ethetics.

Yeah, you seem to do a lot of things loosely, and then ironically you get picky on specific words.

By the way, you link's been removed, sport. If you want to get taken to the cleaners a second time for slander, do it on your own time but keep it off my forum.

redshirt1957 · 15 February 2008, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

Yeah, you seem to do a lot of things loosely, and then ironically you get picky on specific words.

By the way, you link's been removed, sport. If you want to get taken to the cleaners a second time for slander, do it on your own time but keep it off my forum.

Hard to teach the lad that barking at a full moon is frutal.

15 February 2008, 07:30 AM	#33
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	I've owned several watches from both Rolex and Cartier. My first Cartier was a Santos Dumont Carre in SS. The 1979 model. I was 20 years old when I bought it and the first reaction (in a club) was: "that must be a fake". The second Cartier was a Tank Vermeil with an alligator strap and silver dial. No reactions as this is a modest watch. The first Rolex, a 16610, spiked the same reaction as the Santos: "that IS a fake". People just cannot understand that someone who isn't 'loaded' would spend that much money on a watch. On a real Rolex. I made the mistake to bet my monthly pay against the word of the doubter. He backed off and mumbled "well, it must be real then". Once I would have considered those remarks as an insult to my integrity. Not any more. __________________ Member# 127

15 February 2008, 07:48 AM	#36
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	As an addition: it all is in the eye of the beholder and Rolex are the proven masters of marketing. People can drool all over a Day Date but never notice the Patek Philippe 3939 in white gold on your wrist __________________ Member# 127

15 February 2008, 08:23 AM	#42
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	The one watch I wear that does get lots of comments is a Tag Heuer "Steve McQueen" Monaco. But it's the nonWIS types that just like it because it fits into the large watch fad rather than because it's an automatic Swiss watch. Kinda ruins the fun of wearing it. On the otherhand a WIS will quickly comment and it's nice to converse with others passionate about Swiss mechanical watches. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

15 February 2008, 08:27 AM	#43
Paulie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicagoland Watch: GMTII and OP! Posts: 1,272	Only comment I have received on a watch was for my Aqua Terra. __________________

15 February 2008, 08:30 AM	#44
firewalkwithme "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Kyle Location: USA Watch: ss GMT IIc Posts: 127	I had a guy just the other day noticed my watch and asked "Is it real?" and I responded with "What do you think?" He just looked at me and smiled and said he's never seen a real one. I kindly smiled and walked away. I don't feel the need to explain myself to anyone, if they think it's real or not. I know that it is and go about my way. Kyle __________________ Poverbs 13:3 "He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life: but he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction."

15 February 2008, 07:21 AM	#31
HYDROMAROC "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SAN DIEGO, CA USA Watch: me pass... Posts: 1,111	Most people don't notice. Those that do look, give me the "silent nod" sort of like E.S.P. ... Because they are usually wearing a nice watch as well...

15 February 2008, 07:37 AM	#34
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	Never any comment, except one from a sales guy wearing a Datejust. I've gone to cheaper jewelry stores and tried on Seikos and G-shocks and caught the person behind the counter doing a double-take at my watch.

15 February 2008, 07:51 AM	#38
BigHat Banned Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: Arlington, VA Watch: Lange One MP Posts: 4,043	Panerai and Lange are the only ones that RARELY generate a comment and curiousity. Everyone knows Rolex. I see them all the time and never think to comment, especially since so few Rolex owners are WIS. You see a Panny, AP ROO, Lange, etc and approach the owner in a non-threatening way and you're likely to have an interesting watch conversation. Conversations on Rolex usually involve the price and why it's worth it...or not. No interest in those tiresome discussions.

15 February 2008, 08:07 AM	#40
Bobareno Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Phoenix Posts: 739	About the only people that notice are other Rolex watch owners.

15 February 2008, 08:18 AM	#41
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Nobody ever says anything to me. Well last night a woman grabbed my wrist and wanted to see it up close. Just glad she did not drug me and three of her accomplices beat me with thier heels!!

15 February 2008, 08:36 AM	#45
fear "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Mililani, Oahu Posts: 1,307	Absolutely no comments. I wish people would ask.

15 February 2008, 08:47 AM	#46
bwalkerVintage Banned Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Brendan Location: Cougar Country Posts: 825	I'm a university professor and last night, a class i'm teaching had split up into groups of 4 or 5 to discuss their projects. As I was circulating around, one group had two attractive females and as I sat down next to them, they commented on my GMT being a nice watch. I mentioned it was a Rolex and they got really excited and said that they noticed "nice things" and had been eyeballing it since the course started a few weeks ago. Needless to say, the other two people in the group (guys) had some pretty funny looks on their faces as the girls were fawning over the watch...lol

15 February 2008, 11:51 AM	#54
Travis "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Austin, TX Watch: SS Sub Posts: 109	In 7 years of daily wear, only 3 people have mentioned they noticed. I have caught 4 or 5 more people that were sneaking looks but were classy enough not to say anything in mixed company. Rolex = horrible choice if you want attention Ferrari = fantastic choice if you want attention As a side note, I have noticed one of my co-workers has a variety of very expensive watches. He has something from just about every big name in very expensive watches (makes my SS Rolex look cheap). However, I have never said a word.

15 February 2008, 12:03 PM	#58
away36 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Nancy Location: Canada Watch: Vintage Rolex Posts: 3,178	Makes me crazy when I'm out somewhere and I'm wearing my solid gold vintage Rolex and the gal next to me wearing the Wal-Mart $19.99 "bling" watch gets a dozen compliments and no one even notices I'm wearing a watch!

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