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JJ Irani · 9 October 2007, 10:46 AM

Hi guys,

Not being critical, but I have noticed that a number of you guys don't like yellow gold in your Rollies.

Any particular reason why?

Mrdi · 9 October 2007, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hi guys,

Not being critical, but I have noticed that a number of you guys don't like yellow gold in your Rollies.

Any particular reason why?

For the same reason I'm not a cheer leader or..
Don't wear a hair piece or a gold neck chain.
Same reason I don't dye the fleece on my sheep purple.

Rah Rah.

robbonds · 9 October 2007, 10:55 AM

don't like yellow gold
white gold or platinum for me

walds11 · 9 October 2007, 04:53 PM

Same here. I have SS watches. I also have a platinum wedding band and white gold link necklace.

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Originally Posted by robbonds

don't like yellow gold
white gold or platinum for me

Rawhyde · 9 October 2007, 11:01 AM

I am a fan of Yellow Gold! If you're want the look of stainless steel, get the real thing and save some money!

I'll commit a faux pas and say that I wish Rolex would use 10K or maybe 14K instead of 18K just due to material softness issues. I'm sure that Rolex with an in-house gold foundry could make the harder lower karat gold alloys with the same rich color if they set their minds to the task.

Rawhyde

Andad · 9 October 2007, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Rawhyde

I am a fan of Yellow Gold! If you're want the look of stainless steel, get the real thing and save some money!

I'll commit a faux pas and say that I wish Rolex would use 10K or maybe 14K instead of 18K just due to material softness issues. I'm sure that Rolex with an in-house gold foundry could make the harder lower karat gold alloys with the same rich color if they set their minds to the task.

Rawhyde

Certainly was a fox pass

as 18K YG is harder than 9, 10 or 14K YG.

http://www.18carat.co.uk/hardnessofgoldalloys.html

SPACE-DWELLER · 9 October 2007, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Certainly was a fox pass

as 18K YG is harder than 9, 10 or 14K YG.

http://www.18carat.co.uk/hardnessofgoldalloys.html

Very interesting link, Eddie

gf-gregg · 9 October 2007, 11:31 AM

I passed on the all gold GMT 50th Anniversary.

JJ - how come I never see any postings/conversations on models such as the Prince?

JJ Irani · 9 October 2007, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by gf-gregg

I passed on the all gold GMT 50th Anniversary.

JJ - how come I never see any postings/conversations on models such as the Prince?

Not into vintage stuff, Greg. For me it's gotta be BRAND NEW only!!

Rockrolex · 9 October 2007, 11:35 AM

Who says we don't like YG?

There's this:

and this:

JJ Irani · 9 October 2007, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Who says we don't like YG?

There's this:

and this:

I said "some" of you, Ed!!

roadcarver · 9 October 2007, 11:38 AM

Yellow gold is not my thing. I feel its too flashy (for me) - plus I don't carry it well.

Rockrolex · 9 October 2007, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I said "some" of you, Ed!!

No, you crazy sheepshagger, you said "a number of you". How many is a number? More than 1; everyone but you? You gotta be more specific.

vh_bu98 · 9 October 2007, 11:46 AM

It doesn't go with my skin tone.

ragoldfinger · 9 October 2007, 11:48 AM

I`m 53 year old guido,all I wear is gold,anything but gold watch doesn`t go with rest of gold chains and bracelets.

Speedygoomba · 9 October 2007, 11:49 AM

I like Yellow gold, my bracelet, chain cross and pinky ring are yellow gold.

Ragold, i'm a young Guido, LOL.

ragoldfinger · 9 October 2007, 11:52 AM

looks like us jersey guys dress alike.

Downing · 9 October 2007, 12:07 PM

Gold's a little blingy for my taste.

Having said that, the TT Subs and GMT IIC are mighty appealing. I wonder why that is...

LouCan · 9 October 2007, 12:06 PM

JJ, I am with you. I love a touch of yellow.

daunwaun · 9 October 2007, 12:11 PM

I love yellow gold

pol · 9 October 2007, 12:14 PM

I am definately a big fan of yellow gold.

ROLEXAHOLIC · 9 October 2007, 12:39 PM

I love Yellow Gold, It's Classic!!!! And it has been for centuries!!!

JJ Irani · 9 October 2007, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLEXAHOLIC

I love Yellow Gold, It's Classic!!!! And it has been for centuries!!!

Nice collection, Richard....love that yellow stuff!!

Lisa · 9 October 2007, 12:40 PM

I like rose gold even though it won't match my gold wedding band... it's just got such a nice warm glow. Yellow gold seems colder...

llamaofdoom · 9 October 2007, 12:46 PM

Stainless, white gold, platinum are all much more understated. Yellow gold is in your face. I've had yellow gold Rolexes and two-tones, but I really prefer white metals - they're a lot more stealthy.

Everything I have currently (SD, Sub Date, Pepsi GMT, Red/Black GMT, GMT IIc, Kermit, PAM 232) is SS, with the exception of my daily wear PAM 25J - it's titanium.

supra2nv · 9 October 2007, 12:51 PM

I enjoy looking at an all gold watch. i would actually consider buying the all gold gmt. but, i dont wear it well. two tone, i dont like because it's either gotta be stainless or gold, make up your mind! kinda like those two tone lexus cars out there....pick a color and run with it. lol!

Otto · 9 October 2007, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by llamaofdoom

Stainless, white gold, platinum are all much more understated. Yellow gold is in your face. I've had yellow gold Rolexes and two-tones, but I really prefer white metals - they're a lot more stealthy.

Everything I have currently (SD, Sub Date, Pepsi GMT, Red/Black GMT, GMT IIc, Kermit, PAM 232) is SS, with the exception of my daily wear PAM 25J - it's titanium.

My SS Daytona is my brightest watch; brighter than my gold watches in most light; very far from stealthy, whatever that is.

BiG JeEzY · 9 October 2007, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Otto

My SS Daytona is my brightest watch; brighter than my gold watches in most light; very far from stealthy, whatever that is.

I agree with Otto. I think stainless steel, when it is polished, is just as bright if not brighter than yellow gold.

Rolex 904L stainless steel is such an incredible material and they have a beautiful finish. Its not like any other SS in the world.

katway · 9 October 2007, 12:56 PM

Yellow gold doesn't appeal to me on it's own without a nice contrast. I like it on the TT Sub Blue. Other than that, it just doesn't appeal to me and doesn't look as good as stainless against my skin tone.

supra2nv · 9 October 2007, 01:04 PM

i have always admired this
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9 October 2007, 10:46 AM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	How come some of you guys don't like YELLOW GOLD in your Rollies? Hi guys, Not being critical, but I have noticed that a number of you guys don't like yellow gold in your Rollies. Any particular reason why? __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

9 October 2007, 11:31 AM	#8
gf-gregg Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 18	Think an all gold Rolex is a must have for a complete collection... I passed on the all gold GMT 50th Anniversary. JJ - how come I never see any postings/conversations on models such as the Prince?

9 October 2007, 11:35 AM	#10
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,968	Who says we don't like YG? There's this: and this: and this: __________________ 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

9 October 2007, 11:38 AM	#12
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Yellow gold is not my thing. I feel its too flashy (for me) - plus I don't carry it well. __________________ I'm just a cook...

9 October 2007, 12:07 PM	#18
Downing "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Downing Location: Portland, Oregon Watch: SD ExpII GO Nav ND Posts: 1,640	Gold's a little blingy for my taste. Having said that, the TT Subs and GMT IIC are mighty appealing. I wonder why that is... __________________ One if by land, one if by sea, one if by air and one uh, just to tell time. Rolex Explorer II White Rolex Sea-Dweller Glashütte Original Navigator Panerai 183 G Black Seal

9 October 2007, 10:55 AM	#3
robbonds "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Florida Watch: ROO Posts: 1,040	don't like yellow gold white gold or platinum for me

9 October 2007, 11:01 AM	#5
Rawhyde Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Craig Location: NW Georgia Watch: Blue Sub+Tud Chron Posts: 834	I am a fan of Yellow Gold! If you're want the look of stainless steel, get the real thing and save some money! I'll commit a faux pas and say that I wish Rolex would use 10K or maybe 14K instead of 18K just due to material softness issues. I'm sure that Rolex with an in-house gold foundry could make the harder lower karat gold alloys with the same rich color if they set their minds to the task. Rawhyde

9 October 2007, 11:46 AM	#14
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	It doesn't go with my skin tone.

9 October 2007, 11:48 AM	#15
ragoldfinger Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: new jersey Posts: 22	I`m 53 year old guido,all I wear is gold,anything but gold watch doesn`t go with rest of gold chains and bracelets.

9 October 2007, 11:49 AM	#16
Speedygoomba Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 46	I like Yellow gold, my bracelet, chain cross and pinky ring are yellow gold. Ragold, i'm a young Guido, LOL.

9 October 2007, 11:52 AM	#17
ragoldfinger Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: new jersey Posts: 22	looks like us jersey guys dress alike.

9 October 2007, 12:06 PM	#19
LouCan Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Lou Location: New Jersey Watch: YM TT MOP Posts: 323	JJ, I am with you. I love a touch of yellow. Attached Images

9 October 2007, 12:11 PM	#20
daunwaun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: toronto Watch: 18K YG Day Date Posts: 2,985	I love yellow gold __________________ DAUNWAUN

9 October 2007, 12:14 PM	#21
pol "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: Missouri, USA Watch: YG Day-Date/SS Sub Posts: 273	I am definately a big fan of yellow gold. __________________ Rolex...the only way to go...

9 October 2007, 12:39 PM	#22
ROLEXAHOLIC Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: usa Watch: 116528 Posts: 376	I love Yellow Gold, It's Classic!!!! And it has been for centuries!!! Attached Images

9 October 2007, 12:40 PM	#24
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	I like rose gold even though it won't match my gold wedding band... it's just got such a nice warm glow. Yellow gold seems colder... Last edited by Lisa; 9 October 2007 at 12:48 PM.. Reason: d'oh - spelling trouble

9 October 2007, 12:46 PM	#25
llamaofdoom Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 417	It's too "blingy" for me... Stainless, white gold, platinum are all much more understated. Yellow gold is in your face. I've had yellow gold Rolexes and two-tones, but I really prefer white metals - they're a lot more stealthy. Everything I have currently (SD, Sub Date, Pepsi GMT, Red/Black GMT, GMT IIc, Kermit, PAM 232) is SS, with the exception of my daily wear PAM 25J - it's titanium.

9 October 2007, 12:51 PM	#26
supra2nv "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: cali Posts: 355	I enjoy looking at an all gold watch. i would actually consider buying the all gold gmt. but, i dont wear it well. two tone, i dont like because it's either gotta be stainless or gold, make up your mind! kinda like those two tone lexus cars out there....pick a color and run with it. lol!

9 October 2007, 12:56 PM	#29
katway Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Alexandria, VA Watch: Pepsi GMT II Posts: 16	Yellow gold doesn't appeal to me on it's own without a nice contrast. I like it on the TT Sub Blue. Other than that, it just doesn't appeal to me and doesn't look as good as stainless against my skin tone.

9 October 2007, 01:04 PM	#30
supra2nv "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: cali Posts: 355	i have always admired this :

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