Rocking a PM Rolex at work place

[Carguy87]

Originally Posted by Big Tex Rolex

Inappropriate in my line of work to do so.

Too many jealous eyes below and above you.

If you are Middle Management … from subordinates - you need to pay me more … from bosses - how much am I paying you

Forget about it if you have clients … WHAT are we paying you ???


This is just my opinion, coming from someone who is technically self employed / seen as a boss.

+1 for me on these great points Tex made. I’m in a middle-esque management position, and I’ve had subordinates make jealous comments when I first got my James Cameron (“must be nice to be making Rolex money” etc).

Once I was wearing my JC in a management meeting along with another manager in a similar role to me who was wearing a TT sub, when the boss (who owns a John Mayer he doesn’t wear btw ) started talking about our management payroll being over corporate objectives and possibly needing to cut pay. All of us were defending the job we do (we routinely set records across the company for profitability objectives, etc) and he made the comment “I’m just telling you there are more Rolexes at this table than at any of our other stores’ management meetings.”

Message received. I don’t wear my JC to the office anymore unless it’s a weekend when he’s not around and usually only when I have long sleeves on. I’m actually looking at getting a VC Overseas Dual Time because ironically it costs double what my JC did, but because it’s not that iconic Rolex diver watch I don’t think anyone will even know what it is.

Plus when I’m wearing an inexpensive piece I can compliment a client on their watch no matter what it is and it can’t come across as an attempt to “one up” by bringing up watches.

[1st amg]

I will not wear the colored gold in front of my staff or at any sites. Typically, I do not wear a watch except for a Fitbit when working, I do not want to hack up the watch anyways. But, employees do notice...I just traded in one of my pickup trucks for a new one which is about 100K and let me tell you, ALL of my staff noticed the new fancy pickup truck, some happy, some with envious eyes.

[mcorbett]

Originally Posted by PenDelicate

I'm a programmer. No one cares whatsoever in my line of work. It's great.

Ha, yeah, me too, as long as it compiles, who cares what you are wearing :-)

[Colorado_kid]

Originally Posted by 1st amg

I will not wear the colored gold in front of my staff or at any sites. Typically, I do not wear a watch except for a Fitbit when working, I do not want to hack up the watch anyways. But, employees do notice...I just traded in one of my pickup trucks for a new one which is about 100K and let me tell you, ALL of my staff noticed the new fancy pickup truck, some happy, some with envious eyes.

Similar experience for me.

I own a small consumer product business (8-10 employees). I daily wear a ss GMT Master ii but avoid wearing my Bluesy as it’s more flashy.

It’s always been a goal of mine to own a Porsche 911.
So few years back, I bought a Guards red 911 C4S.
Drove it work - had some good compliments from my staff but guess what…. During reviews basically everyone alluded to they should be paid more and asked for raises. It’s just basic human psychology.
So my 911 actually cost me quite a bit more!


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[Daytonaman799]

I wear them all the time. I work in finance where many wear nice watches from PP to Rolex, etc. a guy on my desk wears a PP 3940p and rotates like 5 PP’s. Not a big deal.

[pdnb]

It really depends on the work place culture. And all those who WFH, can obviously wear what they want.

The funny thing is that Rolex will get way more attention then other watches, even if the lesser known brands costs more (or even has market values higher) than Rolex market prices.

This is actually one of the main reasons why I don’t own a Rolex.


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[GotRolex]

Originally Posted by 1st amg

I will not wear the colored gold in front of my staff or at any sites. Typically, I do not wear a watch except for a Fitbit when working, I do not want to hack up the watch anyways. But, employees do notice...I just traded in one of my pickup trucks for a new one which is about 100K and let me tell you, ALL of my staff noticed the new fancy pickup truck, some happy, some with envious eyes.

Why do you care what others think?


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[WatchEater666]

Originally Posted by Big Tex Rolex

Inappropriate in my line of work to do so.

I have “work watches” … Submariner … Black Daytona (no one knows what that is) … wear no watch at all … etc.

Too many jealous eyes below and above you.

I cannot role up to work in a Ferrari either.

If you are an Employee … your superiors are thinking - What side hustle do you have going on ?? And are you spending company time on it ?

If you are Middle Management … from subordinates - you need to pay me more … from bosses - how much am I paying you ???

If you are an Owner / boss … from your people - You’re not paying me enough.

Forget about it if you have clients … WHAT are we paying you ???

Doctors … inappropriate

This is just my opinion, coming from someone who is technically self employed / seen as a boss.

Yes, I never wear anything flashy/heavily branded for this reason. No benefit.

[amh]

Originally Posted by GotRolex

Why do you care what others think?

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Go to work naked tomorrow - it won't matter what others think!

[JSCP]

I wear them all the time. I also dress the part , casual or not, they are aware of personal style, and considered sharp dresser. We are in a business where design is what we do. So expected to have a style, no matter what it cost, but style ok.

I’m sure some people, bosses or colleagues noticed, know what they are (Rolex) and some know they are pm.

Most young people admired them but might not say anything negative, some (women) tell me they love my watch(es). A couple of watch aficionados are cool and love seeing them.

I’m a Principal (partner) and there is a position that understands you made it.
Some are aware that I’m a collector = a passion for watches, some inherited. Others know I’m single so aware that I can enjoy life differently by not having kids.

With potential new clients I wear stainless. or ny elegant Calatrava.
Some clients once I have the work, admire them, specially lawyer clients.

So one has to be comfortable.

one of our former Sr. Principals and regional director wore extremely $$$, outfits with new outfit in thousand of dollars a week, and he was understood fir his fashio flair, yet an expensive one.

Some of my partners have second homes, multiple cars, bmws, tesla , mercedes, etc. but only if you park at office garage. so not fully flaunted to staff.

They know I don’t own a car ( and that I uber everywhere) as live in city, not far from office,
A lot of our employees young, sr, now drive to office so they spend in parking cost daily. Expensive as in main city.

Use your own discretion and you know your colleagues.

I wear long sleeves daily so somehow partly covered (fully covered when uber/walking around office)

Enjoy what you have worked hard for.

At then a lot of people have know clue.

[1st amg]

Originally Posted by GotRolex

Why do you care what others think?


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You're far from it...I do not care what any human thinks of my watches, cars etc. But, as I stated previously, my staff, meaning I own a business and as some stated above, a fancy watch and fancy car will instigate the thought of them wanting more money. And I will add, my staff is very well paid, in fact, in my industry, over paid. But, as I did get another truck just a few weeks ago, I do feel the whining and complaining has escalated and that translates to me as wanting a bit more money.

[Devildog]

Originally Posted by GotRolex

Why do you care what others think?

Its a thing called "consequence".

If the consequences are acceptable, then don't care.

If the consequences are not acceptable, then care.

Its not rocket science.

[PenDelicate]

Really grateful for the honest answers in this thread.

I didn't realize there could be such issues with watches in the workplace.

[zengineer]

Originally Posted by GotRolex

Why do you care what others think?


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We live in a society.

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[rolex_pl85]

ALL the time.

I dont care what ppl think. Its a hobby of mine and I'm not going to stop enjoying this hobby because of other ppl's opinion.

[samson66]

Originally Posted by JSCP

I wear them all the time. I also dress the part , casual or not, they are aware of personal style, and considered sharp dresser. We are in a business where design is what we do. So expected to have a style, no matter what it cost, but style ok.

I’m sure some people, bosses or colleagues noticed, know what they are (Rolex) and some know they are pm.

Most young people admired them but might not say anything negative, some (women) tell me they love my watch(es). A couple of watch aficionados are cool and love seeing them.

I’m a Principal (partner) and there is a position that understands you made it.
Some are aware that I’m a collector = a passion for watches, some inherited. Others know I’m single so aware that I can enjoy life differently by not having kids.

With potential new clients I wear stainless. or ny elegant Calatrava.
Some clients once I have the work, admire them, specially lawyer clients.

So one has to be comfortable.

one of our former Sr. Principals and regional director wore extremely $$$, outfits with new outfit in thousand of dollars a week, and he was understood fir his fashio flair, yet an expensive one.

Some of my partners have second homes, multiple cars, bmws, tesla , mercedes, etc. but only if you park at office garage. so not fully flaunted to staff.

They know I don’t own a car ( and that I uber everywhere) as live in city, not far from office,
A lot of our employees young, sr, now drive to office so they spend in parking cost daily. Expensive as in main city.

Use your own discretion and you know your colleagues.

I wear long sleeves daily so somehow partly covered (fully covered when uber/walking around office)

Enjoy what you have worked hard for.

At then a lot of people have know clue.

Lots of good points and tips here. Although I don't own a PM Rolex I wear long sleeve dress shirts to work and like you depending on the situation I may make an extra effort to make sure the watch is covered by my sleeves but at the office it's not an issue. Base what you wear and how your wear it on your surroundings and be comfortable in your choices.

[JSCP]

Originally Posted by samson66

Lots of good points and tips here. Although I don't own a PM Rolex I wear long sleeve dress shirts to work and like you depending on the situation I may make an extra effort to make sure the watch is covered by my sleeves but at the office it's not an issue. Base what you wear and how your wear it on your surroundings and be comfortable in your choices.

Agree too with your approach. BTW, I’m in the DC area, so you know….

[samson66]

Originally Posted by JSCP

Agree too with your approach. BTW, I’m in the DC area, so you know….

Exactly. I was going to mention the joys of the Washington Metro subway system to demonstrate the need for long sleeves.

[Krash]

Originally Posted by PenDelicate

Really grateful for the honest answers in this thread.

I didn't realize there could be such issues with watches in the workplace.

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. It isn’t an issue for many because of their workplace dynamics. For others, it’s a legitimate concern. Fortunately for me, it’s a non-issue. I’m free to wear any watch I want to the office.


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[alphadweller]

Apart from the TT Sub, I also wear this WG VC dress piece. It probably flies under the radar compared to a YG sports watch, not that it matters much as nobody cares anyway. If colleagues and superiors did care, this one would probably be worn daily.

[NYG1121]

We all really need to stop caring about what others think about this stuff. I can guarantee you people have other things to worry about than what someone is wearing on their wrist.

Wear what makes YOU feel good. And wear it every chance you get. That is the whole point.

[PB_nts!]

I’m going wear a plain no frill version with silver dial breguet.
That’s subtle and humble enough?

[PB_nts!]

Originally Posted by alphadweller

Apart from the TT Sub, I also wear this WG VC dress piece. It probably flies under the radar compared to a YG sports watch, not that it matters much as nobody cares anyway. If colleagues and superiors did care, this one would probably be worn daily.

I have a glashutte with similar reminiscent feeling , like those made in 1970s. I really like it though

[Wee-Willie]

I have never "ROCKED" a watch..I wear it & enjoy it. I would wear whatever watch I wanted when I went to work....No one ever said a word about it!!!

[Akacoke]

Originally Posted by Big Tex Rolex

Inappropriate in my line of work to do so.

I have “work watches” … Submariner … Black Daytona (no one knows what that is) … wear no watch at all … etc.

Too many jealous eyes below and above you.

I cannot role up to work in a Ferrari either.

If you are an Employee … your superiors are thinking - What side hustle do you have going on ?? And are you spending company time on it ?

If you are Middle Management … from subordinates - you need to pay me more … from bosses - how much am I paying you ???

If you are an Owner / boss … from your people - You’re not paying me enough.

Forget about it if you have clients … WHAT are we paying you ???

Doctors … inappropriate

This is just my opinion, coming from someone who is technically self employed / seen as a boss.

Yes.
Yes.
Yes.
And yes.

This goes for most 99% times/places. You just explained human nature. I feel like those people don't realize this must really work with nice people or they themselves are in a bubble.
I work in sales, deal with different departments a lot. I don't wear any diamonds or watches at work at all now. I tried at one point, I got significantly less closing rates in sales also way more hate from customers and coworkers. Customers will literally flat out give me the eye. If I work in different type of sales environment where I deal with clients instead of customers. I'll put everything on I think it'd help with sales.

[Mr Ben]

Originally Posted by Big Tex Rolex

Inappropriate in my line of work to do so.

I have “work watches” … Submariner … Black Daytona (no one knows what that is) … wear no watch at all … etc.

Too many jealous eyes below and above you.

I cannot role up to work in a Ferrari either.

If you are an Employee … your superiors are thinking - What side hustle do you have going on ?? And are you spending company time on it ?

If you are Middle Management … from subordinates - you need to pay me more … from bosses - how much am I paying you ???

If you are an Owner / boss … from your people - You’re not paying me enough.

Forget about it if you have clients … WHAT are we paying you ???

Doctors … inappropriate

This is just my opinion, coming from someone who is technically self employed / seen as a boss.

Spot on.

“Clients” hate Rolex watches. I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again - I’d love for the watches to be a talking point and not a bone of contention.

Never again will I wear a Rolex to a meeting with a client. And that’s a bit sad.

[nektar]

If you do not wear your watch, do not buy it.

[Big Tex Rolex]

Originally Posted by Mr Ben

Spot on.

“Clients” hate Rolex watches. I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again - I’d love for the watches to be a talking point and not a bone of contention.

Never again will I wear a Rolex to a meeting with a client. And that’s a bit sad.

I’m not in that position, but I agree … both with, it’s not a great idea to flash how well you’re doing in front of a client, and agree with it’s sad that you are judged that way.

Salaried employees, that have the power to hire contract people, or decide who they buy from, do not like it when they look at you (wearing a Rolex), as making more money than them.

I’m talking in generalizations … as there is always a small percentage of exceptions.

[Njkdog]

Originally Posted by WatchTimes

I own the business I do what I want...

Big cringe

[al7391z]

I built a practice from the ground up into a firm. My entire office knows I wear Rolex. My colleagues and I have respect for one another regardless of what materialistic things we own. I treat my staff like gold and they know it. And if a client leaves or the prospect doesn’t become a client because of the watch I wear, it’s certainly someone I don’t want to deal with anyway.

I fully understand that others have much different and probably more common situations with jealousy bs. That sucks. I just wear my watches. Plus I like the weight of my 116505 while sitting around the table.