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stockae92 · 19 January 2016, 06:15 AM

My answer is always "What purpose does the money you spent serves you? If its just telling time, a $20 Timex will do. And No, its not worth the time, no luxury item does." :D

azguy · 19 January 2016, 06:24 AM

You guys are waaay to nice, I just say "seriously, you want to talk about my watch? How about them Patriots?"

Which usually brings on a heated debate about spygate and deflate gate

Tri-Tip · 19 January 2016, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Mosbrook

The car analogy doesn't work because there are measurable differences there. A better comparison might be the diamond engagement ring on her hand. Why didn't she settle for cubic zerconium. You can barely see the difference.

That is the perfect analogy.

cop414 · 19 January 2016, 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Mosbrook

The car analogy doesn't work because there are measurable differences there. A better comparison might be the diamond engagement ring on her hand. Why didn't she settle for cubic zerconium. You can barely see the difference.

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Originally Posted by Tri-Tip

That is the perfect analogy.

Agreed, best answer yet!

Rockrolex · 19 January 2016, 06:45 AM

I have never been asked that or a similar question. If I were, I'd probably mention something about hand made manufactures and the fact that they typically cost more than mass-produced products. Plus you're paying for the brand.

AzPaul · 19 January 2016, 10:36 AM

Same reason a very nice paint by numbers portrait of a clown is worth what it is and a Rembrandt is worth what it is. It's what the market bears.

Watch This · 19 January 2016, 12:31 PM

I would just give "the look".

asleep · 19 January 2016, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

She very politely inquires how much we paid for them

More than I did for lunch but less than my car. **with a polite smile**

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

"What makes this watch worth X thousands of dollars?"

Heck if I know.

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

"WHY would you pay so much for a WATCH?"

I have enough clothes and shoes.

rouxeny · 19 January 2016, 01:14 PM

It costs so much because we are willing to pay that much.

I'd love to see the cost breakdown in making a Rolex.

GradyPhilpott · 19 January 2016, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

a Louis Vuitton pocket book vs whatever

This one still confuses me.

GradyPhilpott · 19 January 2016, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mosbrook

The car analogy doesn't work because there are measurable differences there. A better comparison might be the diamond engagement ring on her hand. Why didn't she settle for cubic zerconium. You can barely see the difference.

This is actually a good analogy.

A diamond and a brand new CZ look about the same.

The difference is that the diamond really "is forever."

The CZ, not so much.

Mosbrook · 19 January 2016, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

This is actually a good analogy.

A diamond and a brand new CZ look about the same.

The difference is that the diamond really "is forever."

The CZ, not so much.

Well said.

swils8610 · 19 January 2016, 02:12 PM

Never been asked. Perhaps point out its an asset you can wear. A bank account you can wear. They always go up in value!

fusionstorm · 19 January 2016, 02:26 PM

"Chicks dig it!" seems to resonate with either gender......

Rock · 19 January 2016, 05:22 PM

Would it be fair to say that most other watches of similar quality have a similar price?
Objectively, how does an Omega Seamaster go against a Submariner in terms of quality?
What about an IWC Pilot?
I imagine we pay some % of the price for the Rolex name alone (?)

Star Ferry · 19 January 2016, 06:12 PM

She may have come by the question honestly, but I don't think people who wear luxury watches need to be put in the position of defending watch pricing.

If you asked her to justify the cost of her home, purse, jewelry, clothing or car, she probably wouldn't enjoy it

Abdullah71601 · 19 January 2016, 09:01 PM

You can explain that it's no different than any other recreational pursuit. I know a guy who lives in a ratty old trailer house who has a $50,000 bass boat and a $30,000 camper trailer. I know all sorts of guys with more than one ATV at at least $5,000 apiece.

I used to be into golf, then NFA full auto fire arms, then highly accurized tactical rifles, then hunting, then lampworking, then scuba diving, now watches. They all cost about the same once you consider all that goes into it. The watches are just the latest chapter in my recreational lifestyle.

Like the equipment in my other hobbies, I prefer watches that are durable and will last two life times. That's why you pay more for one of these, and also why I'm willing to pay more for one of these.

77T · 19 January 2016, 10:06 PM

It makes me look so cool...
and sexy...
and ... well, Stuart said it best,

"I'm good enough, I'm smart enough, and doggone it, people like me."

OK seriously now, there really isn't an objective answer unless you are a vintage investor looking for future gains.

Owning modern Rolex models are better than stamp collecting where people pay Rolex prices for a gummed scrap of paper.

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brandrea · 19 January 2016, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Mosbrook

The car analogy doesn't work because there are measurable differences there. A better comparison might be the diamond engagement ring on her hand. Why didn't she settle for cubic zerconium. You can barely see the difference.

Exactly this.

A perfect 1carrot diamond vs. a flawed one carrot diamond and there is a huge difference in price. You may not be able to see the difference with the naked eye, but you'll always know it's there.

77T · 19 January 2016, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by swils8610

Never been asked. Perhaps point out its an asset you can wear. A bank account you can wear. They always go up in value!

Well a modern Rolex isn't going to rise in value during our lifetimes.

But I agree it's a place people like to park a substantial amount of cash they can afford to spend.
Funny thing is this: I'm seldom asked in ordinary daily life - but on the weekends at the track while wearing a 116518 I do get asked "how much".
Drivers say, hmmm not bad...it's all perspective. These are guys who spend that much on a few weekends of fun chasing a $20 trophy - or a set of coilover adjustable dampers.

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DARK_KNIGHT · 19 January 2016, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 123Blueface

My answer would be:
Why does a Chevy cost less than a MB, which costs less than a Bentley, which costs less than a Bugatti? Aren't they all cars like watches are all watches?

OP describes the question as being legitimately posed, which implies the need to respond with an equally balanced reply, that does not come across as "defensive".

allprettythings · 20 January 2016, 06:02 AM

People ask me all the time why I jump out of planes, bridges, cliffs, cranes etc...I say, because I can.

I spend the money because I can.

Gagebuilder · 20 January 2016, 03:38 PM

'cause it's got these itty bitty gears that are all sized and polished to perfection and a balance wheel so precise it oscillates 28,800 an hour - 691,200 times a day within 50 oscillations every day!! . Sure, you can't see it thru the solid case back, but I know they're there!!

Eyes should be glazed by then.

Paul, I honestly thought by the title that yoo were caught washing your watch again!!

DAY-O !!!!!

goin camping · 20 January 2016, 03:56 PM

Been asked twice. Told both I won it in a poker game.

See no reason to explain or justify a wristwatch and definitely don't see why I should discuss its cost with anyone.

Omnibus · 20 January 2016, 09:46 PM

brand equity. imho

J!m · 20 January 2016, 10:12 PM

Easy answer: there is absolutely no justification whatsoever.

(When a woman asks, which seems rare to my experience. They usually just compliment) what is the justification for that Coach bag costing what it does? (Or whatever brand). Put the reply into context to the asker. Men: cars (or boats) are a good analogue. Women: shoes and/or handbags.

TheVTCGuy · 20 January 2016, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Gagebuilder

'cause it's got these itty bitty gears that are all sized and polished to perfection and a balance wheel so precise it oscillates 28,800 an hour - 691,200 times a day within 50 oscillations every day!! . Sure, you can't see it thru the solid case back, but I know they're there!!

Eyes should be glazed by then.

Paul, I honestly thought by the title that yoo were caught washing your watch again!!

DAY-O !!!!!

Ahhhh.... The memories.

I wish we could see that thread again.

andromeda160 · 20 January 2016, 11:43 PM

There are only x # of rolexes in the world, the demand exceeds that # hence the higher price than most other watches. It's a demand driven market, people want them, the prices are high.

RACER_X · 20 January 2016, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

give examples people can relate to like a Ferrari vs a dodge neon

a Louis Vuitton pocket book vs whatever

What makes your "name brand purse " cost more then a xxx handbag?

sent from the batcloset in the batcave on the batphone

watchwatcher · 21 January 2016, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

"Beats the hell out of me" would be my default reply.
dP

19 January 2016, 06:15 AM	#31
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,964	My answer is always "What purpose does the money you spent serves you? If its just telling time, a $20 Timex will do. And No, its not worth the time, no luxury item does." :D __________________ 135 ├┼┼╕ 246 R

19 January 2016, 06:45 AM	#35
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,969	I have never been asked that or a similar question. If I were, I'd probably mention something about hand made manufactures and the fact that they typically cost more than mass-produced products. Plus you're paying for the brand. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

19 January 2016, 10:36 AM	#36
AzPaul 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: Tucson, Az Watch: Rolex 1501 Posts: 13,901	Same reason a very nice paint by numbers portrait of a clown is worth what it is and a Rembrandt is worth what it is. It's what the market bears. __________________ Ain't much of a crime, whacking a surly bartender

19 January 2016, 02:26 PM	#44
fusionstorm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Piedmont, CA Watch: various vintage Posts: 2,272	"Chicks dig it!" seems to resonate with either gender...... __________________ 1680 MK II 2.2M (my daily); 1655 MK IV 8.1M (my 1st vintage); 16660 x 4 - 8.0M spider & matte 7.4M, 8.0M, 8.0M; 16610LV F MK I/MK I; 116528 Z; 14060 M COSC; Tudor 75090 Gone.....never forgotten: 14000 F, 14060 V COSC, PAM 048, 16623 F, 1680 MK V 3.1M, 16800 matte 8.3M & 1655 MK IV 7.4M

19 January 2016, 05:22 PM	#45
Rock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,850	Would it be fair to say that most other watches of similar quality have a similar price? Objectively, how does an Omega Seamaster go against a Submariner in terms of quality? What about an IWC Pilot? I imagine we pay some % of the price for the Rolex name alone (?) __________________ Cellini 4112. Sub 14060M. DJ 16233. Rotherhams 1847 Pocket-watch. Foundation Member of 'Horologists Anonymous' "Hi, I'm Rocky, and I'm a Horologist..."

19 January 2016, 06:24 AM	#32
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	You guys are waaay to nice, I just say "seriously, you want to talk about my watch? How about them Patriots?" Which usually brings on a heated debate about spygate and deflate gate

19 January 2016, 12:31 PM	#37
Watch This Banned Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: In your head Watch: SS YMII Posts: 1,619	I would just give "the look".

19 January 2016, 01:14 PM	#39
rouxeny "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Andrew Location: Maui Posts: 686	It costs so much because we are willing to pay that much. I'd love to see the cost breakdown in making a Rolex.

19 January 2016, 02:12 PM	#43
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Never been asked. Perhaps point out its an asset you can wear. A bank account you can wear. They always go up in value!

19 January 2016, 06:12 PM	#46
Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	She may have come by the question honestly, but I don't think people who wear luxury watches need to be put in the position of defending watch pricing. If you asked her to justify the cost of her home, purse, jewelry, clothing or car, she probably wouldn't enjoy it

19 January 2016, 09:01 PM	#47
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	You can explain that it's no different than any other recreational pursuit. I know a guy who lives in a ratty old trailer house who has a $50,000 bass boat and a $30,000 camper trailer. I know all sorts of guys with more than one ATV at at least $5,000 apiece. I used to be into golf, then NFA full auto fire arms, then highly accurized tactical rifles, then hunting, then lampworking, then scuba diving, now watches. They all cost about the same once you consider all that goes into it. The watches are just the latest chapter in my recreational lifestyle. Like the equipment in my other hobbies, I prefer watches that are durable and will last two life times. That's why you pay more for one of these, and also why I'm willing to pay more for one of these.

19 January 2016, 10:06 PM	#48
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	It makes me look so cool... and sexy... and ... well, Stuart said it best, "I'm good enough, I'm smart enough, and doggone it, people like me." OK seriously now, there really isn't an objective answer unless you are a vintage investor looking for future gains. Owning modern Rolex models are better than stamp collecting where people pay Rolex prices for a gummed scrap of paper. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

20 January 2016, 06:02 AM	#52
allprettythings Banned Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Linda Location: San Francisco Watch: What happens Posts: 75	People ask me all the time why I jump out of planes, bridges, cliffs, cranes etc...I say, because I can. I spend the money because I can.

20 January 2016, 03:38 PM	#53
Gagebuilder "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Detroit Area Watch: out for yelow snow Posts: 1,067	'cause it's got these itty bitty gears that are all sized and polished to perfection and a balance wheel so precise it oscillates 28,800 an hour - 691,200 times a day within 50 oscillations every day!! . Sure, you can't see it thru the solid case back, but I know they're there!! Eyes should be glazed by then. Paul, I honestly thought by the title that yoo were caught washing your watch again!! DAY-O !!!!! __________________ So it's not the steam that causes the failure, but it's water that you notice in the watch after a shower that could lead you to believe the steam damaged the seal, but it's just the unfortunate result of an unserviced mechanical beast.

20 January 2016, 03:56 PM	#54
goin camping "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Milo Location: Mojave Desert Posts: 922	Been asked twice. Told both I won it in a poker game. See no reason to explain or justify a wristwatch and definitely don't see why I should discuss its cost with anyone.

20 January 2016, 09:46 PM	#55
Omnibus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: D2 Location: mother earth Watch: rlx Posts: 115	brand equity. imho

20 January 2016, 10:12 PM	#56
J!m "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Jim Location: Connecticut Watch: this! Hold my beer Posts: 2,839	Easy answer: there is absolutely no justification whatsoever. (When a woman asks, which seems rare to my experience. They usually just compliment) what is the justification for that Coach bag costing what it does? (Or whatever brand). Put the reply into context to the asker. Men: cars (or boats) are a good analogue. Women: shoes and/or handbags.

20 January 2016, 11:43 PM	#58
andromeda160 Banned Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Greg Location: michigan Watch: Rolex Oyster Posts: 4,046	There are only x # of rolexes in the world, the demand exceeds that # hence the higher price than most other watches. It's a demand driven market, people want them, the prices are high.

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