What makes a rolex so special?

[Loverolex2020]

Originally Posted by billfish

i bought mine to hide money from the wife

lololol

[Dougiebaby]

For me, it’s the only brand where I truly love (almost) every design they have created — they are so beautiful to me. From Sub to Datejust to Daytona and everything in between I think they are stunning designs. I cannot say that about any other brand.


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[Loverolex2020]

Originally Posted by Dougiebaby

For me, it’s the only brand where I truly love (almost) every design they have created — they are so beautiful to me. From Sub to Datejust to Daytona and everything in between I think they are stunning designs. I cannot say that about any other brand.


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Ya I love the blue sub that got me then datejust was another stunning piece that I loved,,,,,the black sub I don't know what the hype is about but like it cuz it's simple matches everything,,,,,,,one I've never really liked but people love is the Hulk, Pepsi or coke,,,,,,,,,even the Batman but I kinda like the Batman on jubilee it's starting to grow on me lol

[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

I personally bought mine because it's a Rolex lol nothing more then that,,,,I'm sure 90 percent do the same but pretend they dont,,,,but there is a small percentage that's into watches and movements etc etc but I assume most people buy it for the status symbol?



But generally what makes a rolex so special? It tells time like any other watch, and using a sub as a dive watch what makes that better then any other watch? Like are we mainly paying for the name/marketing like everything else or is there something that makes Rolex stand out from others.



Where can I learn more about Rolex? I read a bit about movements but I guess I don't understand it well as I don't know much but want to learn more

I knew the Rolex name since I was a kid (probably from their marketing), and when I thought of a good watch I thought of Rolex.

When I found out how much they cost, I was shocked and then pushed myself so that I could buy one.

To me it was a symbol of hard work, commitment and dedication.

Then I sold it because I thought it was too flashy.

I would say that is when I started learning more about watches. And I decided that a special watch doesn’t have to be a Rolex.

Later, I started missing the accuracy of Rolex and the “solid” feel of them.

So I bought another one.

And now....

As I learn more, I appreciate Rolex because they make watches that are very bulletproof

Nice looking, bulletproof, don’t need a service very often, great accuracy for a mechanical movement, and they hold their value better than other brands (more the most part).

So if you’re ever in a pinch, you can sell it and get back on your feet.

[Loverolex2020]

Originally Posted by schoolboy

I knew the Rolex name since I was a kid (probably from their marketing), and when I thought of a good watch I thought of Rolex.

When I found out how much they cost, I was shocked and then pushed myself so that I could buy one.

To me it was a symbol of hard work, commitment and dedication.

Then I sold it because I thought it was too flashy.

I would say that is when I started learning more about watches. And I decided that a special watch doesn’t have to be a Rolex.

Later, I started missing the accuracy of Rolex and the “solid” feel of them.

So I bought another one.

And now....

As I learn more, I appreciate Rolex because they make watches that are very bulletproof

Nice looking, bulletproof, don’t need a service very often, great accuracy for a mechanical movement, and they hold their value better than other brands (more the most part).

So if you’re ever in a pinch, you can sell it and get back on your feet.

Ya Im trying to learn more to get a better appreciation of the brand and their timepieces. And I do love how you don't lose much money on resale. I picked up a 2007 sub in 2012 for 6300 Cad and had an offer of 13k CAD recently which I may take and upgrade to a 2017 blue sub the newer one so I love how that worked out lol

I wish I had gotten mine for a special occasion or achievement but I just got them randomly,,,,well the first one was to mark my success I guess the last 2 just addiction lol

Worst part is I wear my Rolex max 30 times a year between all 3 wish I got out more! But these watches will be mint for years to come I guess

[Geckobros]

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

I personally bought mine because it's a Rolex lol nothing more then that,,,,

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

Think it's pretty easy to understand? It's like everything else why does one wear Gucci shoes when they are horrible compared to a pair of Nike and Adidas? If you cant figure this out lol Rolex is a well known watch so if your looking to show off your buy a rolex like you'd buy Gucci shoes no? Lol

I got 2 subs and a datejust, I got only cuz wasn't a lot of money for me

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

I like the idea on how they hold value and lasts a lifetime,,,,

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

Nice! I think Rolex looks good generally like they are very classy watches

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

And I do love how you don't lose much money on resale. ...I got out more! But these watches will be mint for years to come I guess

Now was that so hard? You began by stating you only bought it for the name. It seems like you didn't. Good for you.

[pickettt]

Originally Posted by Sub Man

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[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

Ya Im trying to learn more to get a better appreciation of the brand and their timepieces. And I do love how you don't lose much money on resale. I picked up a 2007 sub in 2012 for 6300 Cad and had an offer of 13k CAD recently which I may take and upgrade to a 2017 blue sub the newer one so I love how that worked out lol



I wish I had gotten mine for a special occasion or achievement but I just got them randomly,,,,well the first one was to mark my success I guess the last 2 just addiction lol



Worst part is I wear my Rolex max 30 times a year between all 3 wish I got out more! But these watches will be mint for years to come I guess

Your success IS a special occasion!

Last year I wore my Datejust I would say for 360 days out of 365 haha

These watches are expensive, so I’m trying to fully enjoy it and get my money’s worth.

Is it a little scratched up? Yes. But it’s nothing a polish at a regular service couldn’t fix.

Plus I like how it looks. I feel like it is aging with me.

[ganagati]

Originally Posted by DoDe

I hope one day there will be some kind of place on the Internet where we could learn more about Rolex. I am thinking some kind of forum.......

Probably not this one, unless he is interested in the difficulty in obtaining a new Rolex, or how much his Rolex is worth, wether or not a specific activity is safe to do while wearing his watch.

[ganagati]

Originally Posted by Highlatitude

I’m surprised how many list that they are a status symbol. This is not something I care about at all and if I did I would buy a high end brand like VC, PP or AP.

Rolex are the everyman’s luxury workhorse. Like a pickup truck with leather seats and aircon. They have become a lot more expensive recently but the concept of the designs are the same. Basic, functional, reliable and workmanlike with undecorated movements. There is no art to them, just good solid design and build quality. They are the best made midrange and mass produced watches that can be bought. But be under no illusion, half the car dealers and coffee baristas of the developed World are wearing one.

National Geographic ads first got me interested with their explorers, adventurers, professionals and scientists. People who really needed a tough and reliable watch for their role. In modern times, I find the magazine ads based on celebrities, fashion and tennis players not at all interesting. Coupled with the current fashions and availability crisis plus silly instagram obsessives I am feeling a lot less interested. The World has become a far more trivial, lightweight and fake place.

I would agree with almost everything in your first two paragraphs except your comment on the lack of art. There is a beauty in the simplicity of a Rolex. It has only what is needed for the function it was created to perform, and does nothing more.

[Jamhot]

1. My grandfather had one
2. I have tested their durability myself ie. I put one in a freezer & it still worked properly
3. I have a few Rolex watches that are still accurate after 15 years with no servicing
4. The design is iconic enough that there are plenty of copycats

[teabags001]

Originally Posted by schoolboy

Your success IS a special occasion!

Last year I wore my Datejust I would say for 360 days out of 365 haha

These watches are expensive, so I’m trying to fully enjoy it and get my money’s worth.

Is it a little scratched up? Yes. But it’s nothing a polish at a regular service couldn’t fix.

Plus I like how it looks. I feel like it is aging with me.

Congrats! And interesting. My wife has the jubilee hidden clasp 31mm. I have the DJ41 jubilee but only had it for 3 months. Only faint scratches on the clasp. Where are your scratches? Both of ours look brand new and she definitely doesn’t baby hers. She just tosses it around and nothing.


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[Loverolex2020]

Originally Posted by schoolboy

Your success IS a special occasion!

Last year I wore my Datejust I would say for 360 days out of 365 haha

These watches are expensive, so I’m trying to fully enjoy it and get my money’s worth.

Is it a little scratched up? Yes. But it’s nothing a polish at a regular service couldn’t fix.

Plus I like how it looks. I feel like it is aging with me.

Ya wish I had the opportunity to wear mine more but usually home all day so only weekends they get used but I plan to try to wear them more,,,,,not sure why I got 3 just seemed like I "needed" them lol fml

I know when I got my first one I didn't regret it like tons of other stuff I've bought

[Loverolex2020]

Originally Posted by ganagati

Probably not this one, unless he is interested in the difficulty in obtaining a new Rolex, or how much his Rolex is worth, wether or not a specific activity is safe to do while wearing his watch.

Ya seems like most ppl here worry about the value, resale or just showing collection which is cool but be nice to see more posts explaining movements and them taken apart etc I've seen them don't get me wrong
But this is a lot better then the FB groups I am in they are totallllllyyyyyy pointless guys just showing off nothing more

[Loverolex2020]

Originally Posted by Jamhot

1. My grandfather had one
2. I have tested their durability myself ie. I put one in a freezer & it still worked properly
3. I have a few Rolex watches that are still accurate after 15 years with no servicing
4. The design is iconic enough that there are plenty of copycats

Quick question when your watch stops keeping accurate time I guess you lose or gain a few mins a day? Or is it more drastic? For me who wears his watch once a month I probably woudisnt notice eh lol

[Loverolex2020]

Originally Posted by teabags001

Congrats! And interesting. My wife has the jubilee hidden clasp 31mm. I have the DJ41 jubilee but only had it for 3 months. Only faint scratches on the clasp. Where are your scratches? Both of ours look brand new and she definitely doesn’t baby hers. She just tosses it around and nothing.


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The jubilee is great shows no scratches the clasp on the other hand that's a different story but datejust on a jubilee seems solid like you won't notice scratches as much as say a sub

I honestly like buying used watches better then new,,,,I do same with cars,,,,I'm OCD with scratches and stuff but if I got it used and scratch it I'd be like was it the before maybe who knows where as a new one you know u did it lolll end of day who cares a service and it's new again

[teabags001]

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

The jubilee is great shows no scratches the clasp on the other hand that's a different story but datejust on a jubilee seems solid like you won't notice scratches as much as say a sub



I honestly like buying used watches better then new,,,,I do same with cars,,,,I'm OCD with scratches and stuff but if I got it used and scratch it I'd be like was it the before maybe who knows where as a new one you know u did it lolll end of day who cares a service and it's new again

I agree. I am OCD with scratches. That’s why I have an eternal fight with myself over the PCLs of the oyster on the DJll that for me fits perfectly or the magic of the DJ41 jubilee which hides everything but wears small on my wrist.

Hate to admit that I have owned the DJ41 3 times. (One oyster and 2 jubilees) And the DJll 2 times because of this struggle. Lol. Spent a lot of money buying the same watch over and over. I just decided to wear my DJll this time and don’t care.

Only sold my last one because my wife’s diamond ring, cartier bracelet, and DJ31 put 2 big deep scratches/ dents in the case that needed to be laser welded and put 2 chips on my sapphire crystal.

Was quoted over 2k to fix everything including service. Sold it for a loss I could live with. Bought the DJ41. Same model with jubilee. Love it but wears too small. Picked up the DJll at a good price and wearing that now as my daily.


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[Jamhot]

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

Quick question when your watch stops keeping accurate time I guess you lose or gain a few mins a day? Or is it more drastic? For me who wears his watch once a month I probably woudisnt notice eh lol

I usually notice when i lose 5 minutes in 4 hours. In some cases, the Rolex feels like there is cotton wool in the crown when I wind it. That's when I know its due for service

I have a Patek Philippe Calatrava that I sent for service when it finally stopped. After 26 years.

[abozz]

Was my grandfather and father's brand watch.

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[Mr Wolf]

A G-Shock has the durability and dependability, and could be thrown away and replaced every time the battery goes, for many years, for the same price as a single Rolex. Most G-Shocks not only tell the time very acuratelly but do many other things you might want from a watch. To some they have some really stylish designs, but not to others. Same with most watch brands, including Rolex, I personally don't like the smaller mens Rolexes. There are other brands that are less costly than Rolex that I prefer aesthetically, that are probably just as recognisable from a distance, such as Omega Planet Ocean. But, most (if not all) of these are easy to get for less than retail price.

All this said, Rolex have created a desirability that some of us cannot resist. This gets worse when someone says "no you can't get one of those" for whatever reason. Then the fun starts, you have to prove them wrong. You have a few options:1. ignore it all and buy something easier to get, 2. Try to get on an AD waiting list "also a task" if you're young enough to see the end result and 3 pay through the nose to get it quicker.

I have a G-Shock, I have an Omega PO (among others) and I have a Rolex, but I see the Rolex as being the marker of achievement, it was harder to get, not just literally but in other peoples minds, whether it be through cost or supply. It has a brand that is instantly recognisable with some affordable prestige attached to it. Not exclusively to me personally but to most that see it and recognise it. I don't particularly care so much what people think but I do care what my family think and what my future ancestors may think. After all "my Grandad left me his Rolex" has a better ring to it than "My Grandad left me his G-Shock" or even "My Grandad left me an Omega" to some extent.

In a nutshell I bought a watch for recognition of achievement; actually getting and affording it in the first place is one thing, but then leaving it to someone you love, to remember you by
is another thing. I'm sure my grandson would value the G-Shock, but not in the same way. I'm grateful that my AD let me spend my money with them, rather than let the watch go to someone who they liked better or who they think would buy more watches from them.

let's hope more Grandsons come along so I can buy more Rolexes.

I addition to all this the Rolex sorry and the Wilsdorf foundation is a pretty good one too.

[Justinmg]

This thread makes me wanna 🤮 back to the vintage side.

[jvb.nc]

Originally Posted by SolesFly

[Nikrnic]

Ok I'll bite. Did i buy my Rolex for status? Hell no!! I'm low key and hang at drag strips and pool halls.. I always loved the brand even before getting into watches. My first good watch was a Baume Mercier dress watch, 18k on leather as i wore suits for work. After getting married, buying our first house and landing a very good job it was time for my first (Rolex only) after looking at brochures and everything else i could read It was a new TT DJ36 from an AD with 25% off which i wore for years. It's just a rough tough good looking watch with an excellent history. I have a decent collection now with 8 of them and recently added a VC. No one notices and no one cares except for myself and a very few watch buds and us who gather here on the forum. I say buying a watch for investment is ridiculous, at least for me, i make my money other ways. Buying for status, fine, whatever you like, for me i could give a ratzazz. I just love watches period.

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[Rolexallday]

I purchased mine because they are cheap compared to getter watch brands, they are the lower end of my collection I guess, daily beaters lol I let friends borrow don't really care too much about Rolex vs my pateks etc

[Rolexallday]

Got my first one when I was 16 so maybe that's why it doesnt really feel significant owning a rolex I'm 26 now,,,did ok in business got a ton of pelicans lying around, organized. By brand of course haah

[Mohawkman450]

Simple ! Most retain value

[Rolexallday]

Originally Posted by Mohawkman450

Simple ! Most retain value

Yes they retain value well I must admit, but generally Rolex isn't special it's a mid range watch, so many better options out there but everyone needs at least one Rolex in their collection I'd say!

[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by teabags001

Congrats! And interesting. My wife has the jubilee hidden clasp 31mm. I have the DJ41 jubilee but only had it for 3 months. Only faint scratches on the clasp. Where are your scratches? Both of ours look brand new and she definitely doesn’t baby hers. She just tosses it around and nothing.


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I have the hidden clasp DJ36.

The polished center links show scratches if you look closely, and so do the case sides

Micro scratches but they are there!

[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by Loverolex2020

Ya wish I had the opportunity to wear mine more but usually home all day so only weekends they get used but I plan to try to wear them more,,,,,not sure why I got 3 just seemed like I "needed" them lol fml



I know when I got my first one I didn't regret it like tons of other stuff I've bought

I wear mine to wash the dishes and do yard work at home hahaha

Yeah I don’t regret mine either. It’s like my best friend.

We’ve been through good, exciting, bad and scary together ALREADY, in such a sort span of time

[Manu77]

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