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Old 13 April 2017, 10:26 PM   #61
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I agree with most people about the box, they really need an update.
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Old 13 April 2017, 10:38 PM   #62
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I don't like any of the TT models. That look has been out of style for 15-20 years.
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Old 13 April 2017, 10:41 PM   #63
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- I do not like the Daytona. If I was given one, I would sell it to buy something else.

- I do not understand WG. If you want gold, get YG. If you want the "white" look, buy SS.
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Old 13 April 2017, 10:46 PM   #64
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I don't really get the Sub. Small dial, large bezel. Classic? Yes. Beautiful? Eh, not to me.
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Old 13 April 2017, 10:48 PM   #65
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I don't understand why people who don't dive buy Submariners
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Old 13 April 2017, 11:03 PM   #66
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Anyone who wears a YG Rolex is probably a pimp because they certainly look like one. I will concede, however, that if they can afford to wear a YG Rolex, they must be a very successful pimp.
Ok thats some funny chit right there

I love reading this thread!
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Old 13 April 2017, 11:07 PM   #67
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I don't like the ubiquitous two-tone datejust that is worn mostly by older gentlemen.
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Old 13 April 2017, 11:19 PM   #68
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I don't understand why people who don't dive buy Submariners.
True 'dat !!!

I can't even swim.......and I own both a Sub and a DSSD.



On the subject of my white gold post, last week I was at my AD and I tried on the WG Pepsi GMT........I love the watch personally, but I just cannot bring myself to pay for it, even with my discount !!

I had my DSSD on at the time, and the difference between the appearance of the two metals is quite vague, but still obvious to the trained eye up close. Even though........I just can't do it. The jury is out on the Platona however, as I have yet to see one or try one on in person.
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Old 13 April 2017, 11:23 PM   #69
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I think the 116500LN is well worth the premium currently being charged by grey market dealers. I would have happily paid the extra if I hadn't been fortunate enough to grab one for MSRP.

Also, Subs are boring (and I had one for 10 years).
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Old 13 April 2017, 11:25 PM   #70
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I don't like the ubiquitous two-tone datejust that is worn mostly by older gentlemen.
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Old 13 April 2017, 11:26 PM   #71
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jubilee bracelets are ugly and outdated.

two tone subs are for men over 50 who sit poolside or play golf.
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Old 13 April 2017, 11:27 PM   #72
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Wearing white gold is the same as drinking non-alcoholic beer.
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Old 13 April 2017, 11:34 PM   #73
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<looks over left and right shoulder and whispers softly>

... the Explorer II is a terrible design, please fix it Rolex, it's not too late...
I think I may have to agree with you there. The white-faced model in particular *ducks*
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:06 AM   #74
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Some of these are obviously not Rolex-specific:
  • I don't see the usefulness of the chronograph complication in general and don't like the Daytona specifically.
  • I think that people who buy complications not relevant to their own activities (e.g. Subs for non-divers, etc.) are just posers, at least in their own minds ala Walter Mitty.
  • I hate the current trend toward ever-larger watches. I prefer 38-40mm and won't buy over 42mm despite that preventing me from owning at least one piece that I otherwise really like (IWC Portuguese Perpetual). Thickness is also an issue - 12mm max for me.
  • Rolex boxes really ought to be much nicer for their price point.
  • I don't buy watches (or anything else) to please others and I don't care what anyone thinks; I'm perfectly happy wearing YG or RG, but I happen to like WG. I stopped buying SS watches years ago, as they feel too light and insubstantial to me. WG has some nice heft, as well as a certain tone that SS just doesn't offer.
  • I don't care for the new Rolex Cellini Moonphase, as it doesn't actually show the moonphase in any direct or traditional fashion.
I think that's it off the top of my head, but there's sure to be more! LOL
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:20 AM   #75
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I never liked the 16610, 168000, 16800 I always thought the lugs tapered too small which is why I think the 116610 is a much needed/improved version of the 16610.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:21 AM   #76
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Its refreshing to hear that every watch I own is hated by at least someone on this forum
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:26 AM   #77
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I hate PCLs. I don't like the white dial Daytona or the new SD. I don't mind the box. I def love this thread.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:30 AM   #78
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Every Rolex with arabic numerals for each hour marker is hideous. The Daytonas are particularly disgusting.

It's fine that non-divers where dive watches and non-racers where racing chronos. Mechanical watches have been outclassed at these functions for decades. We bought nice things because we appreciate the craftsmanship, so be proud to time your eggs with that chrono and triumphantly rotate your diver bezel to mark when you started the washing machine. The dudes who hate on you are the actual try-hards.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:34 AM   #79
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I think Rolex has done a great job modernizing its most iconic models- the 36mm DJ, Sub, GMT II, and Daytona. I really dislike pretty much everything else in the current lineup. The Explorer II, DSSD, Milgauss, Air King, etc. are just atrocious.

The complaint about the Sub lugs is probably the most overblown topic here. Perhaps if you've been wearing 4/5 digit models for decades it matters, but it's just a total non-event on the wrist.

The 114060 is probably the best looking sports watch on the market.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:34 AM   #80
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How much time you got buddy?

In no particular order

1) dssd deep blue is hideous from top to bottom. I wouldn't add one if it was free.

2) two tone ditto

3) cyclops are ugly

4) Rolex boxes are

5) tons of people assume you're a d bag for wearing one

6) solid gold Rolex aren't "classy"

7) ALL ROLEX ARE JEWELRY AND NOTHING MORE!
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:35 AM   #81
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:35 AM   #82
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Jubilee bracelet is best suited to an old wrinkled arm.

36mm is now a woman's size.

People that constantly live in the past harping on about vintage models look better are likely sitting watching their old CRT televisions trying to convince people that they are a better picture.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:37 AM   #83
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I hate the cyclops, it throws off the symmetry and gives me slight vertigo

I don't like rubber straps. e.g. 116655 YM

I've never seen a modded Rolex that I like or that added anything to the watch

Not really Rolex, but I really think the snowflake hands on Tudor are ugly.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:38 AM   #84
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I don't like ANY Daytona...with the exception of a few chronographs like the Omega Speedmaster Professional, most all chronographs look the SAME to me. Daytona or Seiko or Timex or AP.

To my eyes, the more cluttered the dial is with sub dials, the more the dial looks the same-- regardless of any brand or model.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:42 AM   #85
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People that constantly live in the past harping on about vintage models look better are likely sitting watching their old CRT televisions trying to convince people that they are a better picture.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:43 AM   #86
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I dislike the dssd, YM1+YM2 they just don't work for me at all.

I think tudor's are really awful and they need to end them all.

I really enjoy TT models as well as daytona's
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:43 AM   #87
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Also Tudor are to Rolex as a Boxster (doesn't even deserve the Porsche title) is to the Carrera. Simply a cheap, ugly, poor mans version of the real deal.

Rolex box is terrible as well.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:44 AM   #88
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Don't like the "R" in Rolex..I dunno..sumthin about that R..just bothers me..
The name Yachtmaster...whats up wit dat...?..Yachtmaster..lol..master of Yachts..sure lol..
Subs..all look the same..and remind me of Elementary or Jr high school..and the Ovaltine magic decoder ring..
And the Burger King crown..yuk!
Cellini..just a...Patek wanna be...fail...
Platinum..gives you..Platinitis..very dangerous metal..
Vintage Rolex..just like..broken down cars...who wants em..
There's more..just cant think of it right now..
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:49 AM   #89
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Oh, and the platona is a truly ugly watch.
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Old 14 April 2017, 12:56 AM   #90
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I have no problem parting away with any Rolex except my BLNR. that one just speaks to me. and I just sold my daytona couple months ago. LOL
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