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Swiss Mad! · 12 February 2018, 04:31 AM

Also, bear in mind that like all tech gadgets, they have a very short life span before becoming outdated and getting replaced with the next generation that has the latest all singing all dancing updates in it.
Someone may quite easily be on their 2nd or 3rd AW by now which is naturally going to increase sales expenentially.
Obviously most people only buy a luxury Swiss time piece once...
(Ok, not around here obv's...but you know what I mean!)

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Michigan_State · 12 February 2018, 05:48 AM

I don‘t believe, that we are the last generation. I think, the whole status thing (or call it appreciation for design, history, craftsmanship, ...) will keep carrying mechanical watches far. Smart watches with their inherently limited life spans just don‘t offer that. Yes, you can technically sport a 20 year old Apple Watch in a few yours, but chances are, it will be useless (Emulators?). The number of enthusiasts will remain low, but people still ride horses for all their sentimental reasons.

Boothroyd · 12 February 2018, 06:13 AM

I got one as an award, wore it once, had to charge it after 18 hours...no, thanks. Sold it on.

As said, not a valid comparison.

eugeneandresson · 12 February 2018, 07:36 AM

Now if Apple only made their bracelets fit other watches...because those things are pretty sweetly designed...

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dddrees · 12 February 2018, 07:52 AM

Software watches that last one or two years or maybe three years at the most, what a waste of money. Might as well throw my money down the toilet.

rebel_1 · 12 February 2018, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Software watches that last one or two years or maybe three years at the most, what a waste of money. Might as well throw my money down the toilet.

I’ve had mine for almost three years, but I must admit, I had to replace it once. Cost $199. I didn’t realize how fragile it was. I dropped the d@mn thing in a tile floor.

77T · 12 February 2018, 10:04 AM

The best things about an Apple Watch are 180º from the best things about a Rolex - but I appreciate both.

I am temporarily Swiss watchless- but when I had multiple Rolex/Omega’s I wore both. And will when I get some replacement Swiss Made back in the stable.

The Apple Watch of the 21st Century isn’t in the same threat category towards the Swiss Watch market as the Quartz Movements posed in the 20th Century. Consider this - Rolex tried a “me too” quartz movement strategy that failed in the short term. But they are leaving smart wearables alone for now.

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Yousefsl · 12 February 2018, 12:53 PM

That's not a watch, it's a miniature mobile on a strap.

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East Bay Rider · 12 February 2018, 01:36 PM

Can't wait to see the resale value of that apple watch in 10 years.

Valenciawatchrepair · 12 February 2018, 01:41 PM

Tired of this comparison. Apple watch isn't a watch. It's an iPhone with a strap on it. The other thing that bugs me about it is people I know who got one keep showing it to me like I care. They know I work on watches. They don't talk about any other watch they like or have. But, when they buy that Apple watch, they sure do want to start "talking watches." Like they're trying to get validation from me? Funny thing is, I know more about watches(obviously, since I repair them) and tech stuff. I've built my own computers, repaired and troubleshoot both Windows and APPLE machine despite not owning any apple products. /rant

12 February 2018, 04:31 AM	#31
Swiss Mad! "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Max Location: UK Watch: Various Posts: 3,727	Also, bear in mind that like all tech gadgets, they have a very short life span before becoming outdated and getting replaced with the next generation that has the latest all singing all dancing updates in it. Someone may quite easily be on their 2nd or 3rd AW by now which is naturally going to increase sales expenentially. Obviously most people only buy a luxury Swiss time piece once... (Ok, not around here obv's...but you know what I mean!) Sent from my Moto G (4) using Tapatalk __________________ instagram: max.parkin

12 February 2018, 06:13 AM	#33
Boothroyd 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Daniel Location: Minneapolis, MN Watch: Wilsdorf(s) Posts: 10,259	I got one as an award, wore it once, had to charge it after 18 hours...no, thanks. Sold it on. As said, not a valid comparison. __________________ Explorer 214270 MK I/Datejust II Black 116300/Tudor Heritage Black Bay Black 79220N

12 February 2018, 07:52 AM	#35
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Software watches that last one or two years or maybe three years at the most, what a waste of money. Might as well throw my money down the toilet. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

12 February 2018, 10:04 AM	#37
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	The best things about an Apple Watch are 180º from the best things about a Rolex - but I appreciate both. I am temporarily Swiss watchless- but when I had multiple Rolex/Omega’s I wore both. And will when I get some replacement Swiss Made back in the stable. The Apple Watch of the 21st Century isn’t in the same threat category towards the Swiss Watch market as the Quartz Movements posed in the 20th Century. Consider this - Rolex tried a “me too” quartz movement strategy that failed in the short term. But they are leaving smart wearables alone for now. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

12 February 2018, 01:36 PM	#39
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,074	Can't wait to see the resale value of that apple watch in 10 years. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

12 February 2018, 05:48 AM	#32
Michigan_State "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Vince Location: Michigan Posts: 547	I don‘t believe, that we are the last generation. I think, the whole status thing (or call it appreciation for design, history, craftsmanship, ...) will keep carrying mechanical watches far. Smart watches with their inherently limited life spans just don‘t offer that. Yes, you can technically sport a 20 year old Apple Watch in a few yours, but chances are, it will be useless (Emulators?). The number of enthusiasts will remain low, but people still ride horses for all their sentimental reasons.

12 February 2018, 07:36 AM	#34
eugeneandresson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: CH Posts: 14	Now if Apple only made their bracelets fit other watches...because those things are pretty sweetly designed... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 February 2018, 12:53 PM	#38
Yousefsl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: UK Posts: 300	That's not a watch, it's a miniature mobile on a strap. Sent from my SM-G950F using Tapatalk

12 February 2018, 01:41 PM	#40
Valenciawatchrepair Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Ellijay, GA Posts: 1,504	Tired of this comparison. Apple watch isn't a watch. It's an iPhone with a strap on it. The other thing that bugs me about it is people I know who got one keep showing it to me like I care. They know I work on watches. They don't talk about any other watch they like or have. But, when they buy that Apple watch, they sure do want to start "talking watches." Like they're trying to get validation from me? Funny thing is, I know more about watches(obviously, since I repair them) and tech stuff. I've built my own computers, repaired and troubleshoot both Windows and APPLE machine despite not owning any apple products. /rant

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