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77 Datejust · 9 March 2010, 09:37 AM

I am currently lookn for a Datejust II or a nice Sub/date...gently used. Why am i being told that the " Newer " Rolex watches are lacking in quality compared to the older models? I have heard this numerous times in the past week....what gives?

CPTL · 9 March 2010, 09:39 AM

Not sure that's a true statement. There are differences: which one is better is mostly subjective. There have been some reported failures on some of the watches (bezels/clasps failing), but they do produce a million watches a year....

ersnyder · 9 March 2010, 09:40 AM

Not really sure where you're hearing this but the quality is still there. Good looking durable watches as always!

Go for the Sub, a great piece!

And, a warm welcome to TRF!

JRA21 · 9 March 2010, 09:43 AM

I have heard storys about the GMT II but I dont think I have ever heard anything about the Datejust II or a nice Sub/date. But you have too love that Sub !!!

77 Datejust · 9 March 2010, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ersnyder

Not really sure where you're hearing this but the quality is still there. Good looking durable watches as always!

Go for the Sub, a great piece!

And, a warm welcome to TRF!

Thanx. Ya, i looove the subs, but my prob is i want them all lol! I`m not sure where the hates coming from on the newer models, but a Rolex is a Rolex in my book

ersnyder · 9 March 2010, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 77 Datejust

Thanx. Ya, i looove the subs, but my prob is i want them all lol! I`m not sure where the hates coming from on the newer models, but a Rolex is a Rolex in my book

We all want them all, you're no exception!

77 Datejust · 9 March 2010, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by ersnyder

We all want them all, you're no exception!

No Dought lol! My probs start with a Car fetish, Gun fetish, and ofcourse the ladies....i`ll always be broke! Anyway, its prob gonna be a nice blue or blk faced Sub when its all said and done

Perdu · 9 March 2010, 10:58 AM

It's just nonsense. If anything Rolex's quality gets better as the years go by.

77 Datejust · 9 March 2010, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Perdu

It's just nonsense. If anything Rolex's quality gets better as the years go by.

That`s deff what i was thinking

ObscureLight · 9 March 2010, 11:11 AM

Yeah supposedly a innovative company has to make improvements not regress. You should be safe with the newer models. Of course there is always the chance that there was a production error but it will be covered in the warranty. Rolex isn't part of the top 100 companies in forbes list for nothing.

Tools · 9 March 2010, 11:11 AM

This is typically of the usual urban lore/myth mind-set...........
......... "They don't make them like they used to!"....

It is, of course, poppycock...........

The GMT Master · 9 March 2010, 11:15 AM

The quality is just fine on the new ones - as for whether the old or new has a higher quality, I recommend you hold them in your hands and see for yourself. We can wax lyrical all day on here, but at the end of the day, it's what feels right to you

JUSTROLEXES · 9 March 2010, 11:19 AM

It is still the same quality to my knowledge

mmmmp · 9 March 2010, 03:14 PM

I've owned 3 Rolex watches in the last 25 years. My M series SS Sub is, without a doubt, the most accurate Rollie I've had. It gains a few seconds a day, and looses a few seconds when I take it off at night. (On it's side crown up) The SEL are really nice and the rehaut engraving and finish overall is super.('lative')

So, regardless of an isolated example of QC problems here and there, in my opinion the newer Rolexes are certainly as good, if not better than they've ever been.

Just my 2 pennies,
Mark

mike · 9 March 2010, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 77 Datejust

I am currently lookn for a Datejust II or a nice Sub/date...gently used. Why am i being told that the " Newer " Rolex watches are lacking in quality compared to the older models? I have heard this numerous times in the past week....what gives?

There are of course some differences, but "lacking in quality"?? Hardly.

Prince Tudor · 9 March 2010, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by mike

There are of course some differences, but "lacking in quality"?? Hardly.

X2
I could not agree more. The quality has not changed but some of the materials have. ie. 904L steel for the newer models.

Mrdi · 9 March 2010, 03:30 PM

Want rock solid?
Get a Sea Dweller.
It'll last a lifetime...or 3

77 Datejust · 9 March 2010, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Mrdi

Want rock solid?
Get a Sea Dweller.
It'll last a lifetime...or 3

Just trying to educate myself so i dont get raped when i buy. I hate dealing with a jewlery salesman as much as a car saleman! Not to mention most jewlery is marked up 14000% lol.

TurboWatch · 9 March 2010, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 77 Datejust

I am currently lookn for a Datejust II or a nice Sub/date...gently used. Why am i being told that the " Newer " Rolex watches are lacking in quality compared to the older models? I have heard this numerous times in the past week....what gives?

Have you ever held both of them on your hand and compared ?

Singslinger · 9 March 2010, 04:25 PM

Don't believe everything you hear! I think Rolex quality has improved with time - their watches now come with better crowns, clasps, bezels and bracelets. So IMO you have been misinformed!

9 March 2010, 09:37 AM	#1
77 Datejust Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Beeville Texas Posts: 159	Rolex guru`s....i need your help please I am currently lookn for a Datejust II or a nice Sub/date...gently used. Why am i being told that the " Newer " Rolex watches are lacking in quality compared to the older models? I have heard this numerous times in the past week....what gives?

9 March 2010, 09:39 AM	#2
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	Not sure that's a true statement. There are differences: which one is better is mostly subjective. There have been some reported failures on some of the watches (bezels/clasps failing), but they do produce a million watches a year.... __________________ 16610 Submariner Date; D Serial 16234 DateJust SS with WG Fluted Bezel & Jubillee, White Roman Dial; F Serial 16570 Explorer II White Dial; M Serial And Hers: 78240 Mid-Size DateJust SS with Domed Bezel & Oyster, White Roman; D Serial

9 March 2010, 09:43 AM	#4
JRA21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Joshua R Asch Location: NY, Brooklyn Watch: Sub Posts: 293	I have heard storys about the GMT II but I dont think I have ever heard anything about the Datejust II or a nice Sub/date. But you have too love that Sub !!! __________________ *JRA*

9 March 2010, 10:58 AM	#8
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	It's just nonsense. If anything Rolex's quality gets better as the years go by. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

9 March 2010, 11:11 AM	#11
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	This is typically of the usual urban lore/myth mind-set........... ......... "They don't make them like they used to!".... It is, of course, poppycock........... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

9 March 2010, 09:40 AM	#3
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	Not really sure where you're hearing this but the quality is still there. Good looking durable watches as always! Go for the Sub, a great piece! And, a warm welcome to TRF!

9 March 2010, 11:11 AM	#10
ObscureLight "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Ritchie Location: NYC Watch: Holy Trinity Posts: 407	Yeah supposedly a innovative company has to make improvements not regress. You should be safe with the newer models. Of course there is always the chance that there was a production error but it will be covered in the warranty. Rolex isn't part of the top 100 companies in forbes list for nothing.

9 March 2010, 11:15 AM	#12
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	The quality is just fine on the new ones - as for whether the old or new has a higher quality, I recommend you hold them in your hands and see for yourself. We can wax lyrical all day on here, but at the end of the day, it's what feels right to you

9 March 2010, 11:19 AM	#13
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 51,110	It is still the same quality to my knowledge __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

9 March 2010, 03:14 PM	#14
mmmmp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mark P Location: Toronto Watch: SS Wimbledon DJ41 Posts: 2,046	I've owned 3 Rolex watches in the last 25 years. My M series SS Sub is, without a doubt, the most accurate Rollie I've had. It gains a few seconds a day, and looses a few seconds when I take it off at night. (On it's side crown up) The SEL are really nice and the rehaut engraving and finish overall is super.('lative') So, regardless of an isolated example of QC problems here and there, in my opinion the newer Rolexes are certainly as good, if not better than they've ever been. Just my 2 pennies, Mark

9 March 2010, 03:30 PM	#17
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	Want rock solid? Get a Sea Dweller. It'll last a lifetime...or 3

9 March 2010, 04:25 PM	#20
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Don't believe everything you hear! I think Rolex quality has improved with time - their watches now come with better crowns, clasps, bezels and bracelets. So IMO you have been misinformed!

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