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John in MA · 7 July 2012, 03:42 PM

The only thing I don't like about mine has nothing to do with the watches and everything to do with rolex as a corp. the fact that they have draconian rules for parts replacement resulting in a thriving black market of parts at high prices. One of the things that I love about Omega.

erolorhun · 7 July 2012, 06:06 PM

That the bracelet on my 14060M is a flimsy POS compared to the Deepseas bracelet

Gundam · 7 July 2012, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by erolorhun

That the bracelet on my 14060M is a flimsy POS compared to the Deepseas bracelet

There's a difference between feeling flimsy and actually 'flimsy'.

erolorhun · 8 July 2012, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gundam

There's a difference between feeling flimsy and actually 'flimsy'.

It is

htc8p · 7 July 2012, 06:08 PM

i hate it because its small, thin and boring

i love it because its small, thin and boring

How · 7 July 2012, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by htc8p

i hate it because its small, thin and boring

i love it because its small, thin and boring

I have a similar feeling:

I love my DSSD, because it is big.

I love my SubC, because it is small.

wardman · 7 July 2012, 10:10 PM

SubC - I honsetly can say I hate nothing with this watch (first Rolex had its challenges for me).

How · 8 July 2012, 04:55 PM

I love rubber and leather strap options as well as the masterpiece Oyster bracelet.

One peave of mine is that I wish Rolex offered leather and rubber strap options for their watches (especially for the sport models), so that we don't have to look aftermarket such as Rubber B, Isofrane etc (although these are also great and many of us love these straps).

Omega have got it right with their Planet Oceans; offering bracelet as well as rubber straps which both look and wear Über cool.

Dr. Robert · 8 July 2012, 05:29 PM

I drank the Wilsdorf kool-aid, I love all my Wilsdorf clan watches.

caryyee · 8 July 2012, 06:06 PM

I hate that there is such a tremendous premium on solid gold Rolex's .... $20k rather than $30k is a far more reasonable premium to pay ...

Kraftwerck · 8 July 2012, 06:13 PM

I love everything about my Rolexes.

There isn't a single feature I dislike.

Naya72 · 8 July 2012, 10:33 PM

I love the simplicity of my Sub ND.....and the brushed bracelet, and the tin can clasp...everything..

There is no hate here..

cop414 · 23 June 2013, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Naya72

I love the simplicity of my Sub ND.....and the brushed bracelet, and the tin can clasp...everything..

There is no hate here..

+100...

threemonkeys · 9 July 2012, 01:08 AM

I was hoping my watch would make me more attractive to all the ladies. Boy, am I disappointed. It's a neato watch, however. Although I wish it (GMT) wasn't so big and clunky on my wrist.

Air King = perfect

Boopie · 10 July 2012, 02:02 PM

I love my Yachtmaster, which I've worn nearly every day for more than 11 years. I don't find that the platinum bezel scratches easily, although the PCL are pretty scratched up. I love that my watch is sturdy, and goes with whatever I'm wearing (gym clothes to work clothes to formal wear).

If I had to change anything, it would be that the lume lasts longer than it does now. There is essentially no lume on the watch beyond a few minutes.

The Waddler · 10 July 2012, 07:41 PM

I love the functionality, heritage and the fact that I was brave enough to brush the bracelet on my GMTiic

Dislike the fear factor of breaking the bezel and also the lugs are too fat, should be much more tapered into the case.

Chaching · 22 June 2013, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by threemonkeys

I was hoping my watch would make me more attractive to all the ladies. Boy, am I disappointed. It's a neato watch, however. Although I wish it (GMT) wasn't so big and clunky on my wrist.

Air King = perfect

For the Ladies ...Get a Ferrari or Lamborghini then

Chaching · 22 June 2013, 11:11 PM

One of my biggest problems with Rolex in general is the clasp. When you flip it open it hits the bracelet and leaves a line (scuff) over a short amount of time.

I mean really? Couldn't Rolex have fixed this problem by now ? ? ? My only complaint! Okay i'm done venting!

stockjock1975 · 23 June 2013, 04:11 AM

I guess what I dislike most about Rolex is their relative commonality. It seems like everywhere you look you can spot someone wearing a Sub or DateJust. As a matter of fact, I was sitting in an airport last week waiting to board a plane. Just in my close proximity I noticed 4 Rolex. I guess that's why I tend to be drawn more to Patek and Lange.

Le Chef · 23 June 2013, 04:59 AM

Love the functionality of my GMTIIC, but hate the image of Rolex. Makes me cringe. It's one reason why I want to move to a PP5164 which is under the radar.

Man of Kent · 23 June 2013, 06:02 AM

Love my SubC. In my opinion the best looking watch out there. Would love it even more though if it were half the price and had the lume of a Seiko Marinemaster.

nrecob · 23 June 2013, 09:50 AM

What do I love about my Rolex?

I love the Rolesor Jubilee band (like the lug holes too) on my DJ....

What do I hate?

I hate how it hasn't magically morphed into an early SeaDweller

Glenn422 · 23 June 2013, 12:28 PM

No complains on my 114060 and 16570 :) except small manufacturing defects when they came in and the LUME! The Lume on them both are really bad compared to my other watches. Had the 114060 serviced under warranty and the 16570 is in the RSC right now.

Maybe I would like my 16570 more without the cyclops but then I don't want to remove it.

Fleetlord · 23 June 2013, 05:27 PM

Two legitimate gripes.

1) Glare. Not having AR stinks. Look how much better the new Cyclops is with the inside coating....At least put some on the backside of the crystal...

2) Crown on SubCLV is a hand digger. The knurling is rough and it irritates my wrist..

Honestly, I only put up with these flaws because the rest of the watch is so nice and the clout of the Brand.

warrior · 23 June 2013, 11:18 PM

I am dumbfounded why more people don't mention number 1!!! The glare on the crystal seriously detracts from the beauty of the Rolex dials.

As mentioned by others, I don't like the commonality.

On the positive side, I love the new bracelets --in terms of feel, quality.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fleetlord

Two legitimate gripes.

1) Glare. Not having AR stinks. Look how much better the new Cyclops is with the inside coating....At least put some on the backside of the crystal...

2) Crown on SubCLV is a hand digger. The knurling is rough and it irritates my wrist..

Honestly, I only put up with these flaws because the rest of the watch is so nice and the clout of the Brand.

Fleetlord · 24 June 2013, 06:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warrior

I am dumbfounded why more people don't mention number 1!!! The glare on the crystal seriously detracts from the beauty of the Rolex dials.

As mentioned by others, I don't like the commonality.

On the positive side, I love the new bracelets --in terms of feel, quality.

The glare coming of the Deepsea crystal is completely unacceptable to me.
In most lighting, I find it unreadable.

I also passed on a stick blue dial Dajejust II for this reason. Beautiful dial, but tons of reflective glare..

I think this is accepted because, quite frankly, a large number of Rolex owners don't own or even look at other brands that have AR crystals, so they don't realize how effective it is..

Jack T · 23 June 2013, 09:17 PM

I like the two that I have and I do not dislike anything about them.

jshepard · 23 June 2013, 10:44 PM

While I find the old bracelet of my 16710 lighter and more comfortable, I wish it had an easylink... While I love the easylink of my 214270 and I love how it feels solid (like I really got what I paid for), it feels hard and rigid compared to the older style bracelet...

joe100 · 23 June 2013, 11:38 PM

The price!

drjfc62 · 24 June 2013, 02:47 AM

I like everything about the two I own. As for the commonality, it doesn't bother me. In the first place, I don't see them all that often, which no doubt varies based on where onelives, works, etc. Secondly, I like seeing them on people as much as I like seeing them on you all here. I think it's a good thing.

7 July 2012, 03:42 PM	#1
John in MA "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Boston Posts: 862	The only thing I don't like about mine has nothing to do with the watches and everything to do with rolex as a corp. the fact that they have draconian rules for parts replacement resulting in a thriving black market of parts at high prices. One of the things that I love about Omega. __________________ Formerly John in SC and John in TN How To: Remove a Tudor Pelagos Endlink in 60 Seconds or Less

7 July 2012, 06:06 PM	#2
erolorhun "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Watch: Rolex 14060M Posts: 72	That the bracelet on my 14060M is a flimsy POS compared to the Deepseas bracelet __________________ Looking for a 114060 (10/12/2022 - got one in 2016 - could´nt get on with it - sat in a drawer for five years, then sold to a friend - ergo, no longer looking..) automobiliana.blogspot.se

8 July 2012, 05:29 PM	#9
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,277	I drank the Wilsdorf kool-aid, I love all my Wilsdorf clan watches. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

23 June 2013, 09:17 PM	#27
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	I like the two that I have and I do not dislike anything about them. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

23 June 2013, 11:38 PM	#29
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	The price! __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

7 July 2012, 06:08 PM	#5
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	i hate it because its small, thin and boring i love it because its small, thin and boring

7 July 2012, 10:10 PM	#7
wardman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: PA Watch: Sub-c date Posts: 192	SubC - I honsetly can say I hate nothing with this watch (first Rolex had its challenges for me).

8 July 2012, 04:55 PM	#8
How "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbourne Watch: 16610, Tudor 1960 Posts: 1,554	I love rubber and leather strap options as well as the masterpiece Oyster bracelet. One peave of mine is that I wish Rolex offered leather and rubber strap options for their watches (especially for the sport models), so that we don't have to look aftermarket such as Rubber B, Isofrane etc (although these are also great and many of us love these straps). Omega have got it right with their Planet Oceans; offering bracelet as well as rubber straps which both look and wear Über cool.

8 July 2012, 06:06 PM	#10
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	I hate that there is such a tremendous premium on solid gold Rolex's .... $20k rather than $30k is a far more reasonable premium to pay ...

8 July 2012, 06:13 PM	#11
Kraftwerck Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Hernan Location: Spain Watch: A lot... Posts: 98	I love everything about my Rolexes. There isn't a single feature I dislike.

8 July 2012, 10:33 PM	#12
Naya72 Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Naya Location: Kuwait Watch: Keep it simple Posts: 122	I love the simplicity of my Sub ND.....and the brushed bracelet, and the tin can clasp...everything.. There is no hate here..

9 July 2012, 01:08 AM	#14
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	I was hoping my watch would make me more attractive to all the ladies. Boy, am I disappointed. It's a neato watch, however. Although I wish it (GMT) wasn't so big and clunky on my wrist. Air King = perfect

10 July 2012, 02:02 PM	#15
Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,952	I love my Yachtmaster, which I've worn nearly every day for more than 11 years. I don't find that the platinum bezel scratches easily, although the PCL are pretty scratched up. I love that my watch is sturdy, and goes with whatever I'm wearing (gym clothes to work clothes to formal wear). If I had to change anything, it would be that the lume lasts longer than it does now. There is essentially no lume on the watch beyond a few minutes.

10 July 2012, 07:41 PM	#16
The Waddler Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Alex Location: Back in London Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 380	I love the functionality, heritage and the fact that I was brave enough to brush the bracelet on my GMTiic Dislike the fear factor of breaking the bezel and also the lugs are too fat, should be much more tapered into the case.

22 June 2013, 11:11 PM	#18
Chaching "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: None of ya #@! Location: Somewhere Watch: Many! 116718 GOLD Posts: 2,137	One of my biggest problems with Rolex in general is the clasp. When you flip it open it hits the bracelet and leaves a line (scuff) over a short amount of time. I mean really? Couldn't Rolex have fixed this problem by now ? ? ? My only complaint! Okay i'm done venting!

23 June 2013, 04:11 AM	#19
stockjock1975 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland, OH Watch: Platona Posts: 1,569	I guess what I dislike most about Rolex is their relative commonality. It seems like everywhere you look you can spot someone wearing a Sub or DateJust. As a matter of fact, I was sitting in an airport last week waiting to board a plane. Just in my close proximity I noticed 4 Rolex. I guess that's why I tend to be drawn more to Patek and Lange.

23 June 2013, 04:59 AM	#20
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	Love the functionality of my GMTIIC, but hate the image of Rolex. Makes me cringe. It's one reason why I want to move to a PP5164 which is under the radar.

23 June 2013, 06:02 AM	#21
Man of Kent "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: UK Watch: SubC, Exp 1 (39mm) Posts: 35	Love my SubC. In my opinion the best looking watch out there. Would love it even more though if it were half the price and had the lume of a Seiko Marinemaster.

23 June 2013, 09:50 AM	#22
nrecob "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: USA Posts: 50	What do I love about my Rolex? I love the Rolesor Jubilee band (like the lug holes too) on my DJ.... What do I hate? I hate how it hasn't magically morphed into an early SeaDweller

23 June 2013, 12:28 PM	#23
Glenn422 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: TRF Posts: 721	No complains on my 114060 and 16570 :) except small manufacturing defects when they came in and the LUME! The Lume on them both are really bad compared to my other watches. Had the 114060 serviced under warranty and the 16570 is in the RSC right now. Maybe I would like my 16570 more without the cyclops but then I don't want to remove it.

23 June 2013, 05:27 PM	#24
Fleetlord 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vain Posts: 6,023	Two legitimate gripes. 1) Glare. Not having AR stinks. Look how much better the new Cyclops is with the inside coating....At least put some on the backside of the crystal... 2) Crown on SubCLV is a hand digger. The knurling is rough and it irritates my wrist.. Honestly, I only put up with these flaws because the rest of the watch is so nice and the clout of the Brand.

23 June 2013, 10:44 PM	#28
jshepard "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: USA Watch: GMTII Posts: 1,180	While I find the old bracelet of my 16710 lighter and more comfortable, I wish it had an easylink... While I love the easylink of my 214270 and I love how it feels solid (like I really got what I paid for), it feels hard and rigid compared to the older style bracelet...

24 June 2013, 02:47 AM	#30
drjfc62 Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Watch: DSSD, TT sub Posts: 532	I like everything about the two I own. As for the commonality, it doesn't bother me. In the first place, I don't see them all that often, which no doubt varies based on where onelives, works, etc. Secondly, I like seeing them on people as much as I like seeing them on you all here. I think it's a good thing.

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