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RollieKid · 3 April 2011, 10:46 AM

Do you guys and gals think there is a certain age u have to reach before wearing gold rolexes is acceptable? Would it look weird on someone who is in their twenties?

Paracentesis · 3 April 2011, 10:47 AM

Although I was strangely drawn to a WG DD recently, I have now recovered my equilibrium. Gold Rolexes are naff at any age (IMO).

horseco · 3 April 2011, 10:53 AM

I had a yg DD at 27 years old... I don't think its an age thing... its just a matter of personal preference...

Michael M. · 3 April 2011, 10:57 AM

A true example of personal opinion/taste IMHO.

Rollie2011 · 3 April 2011, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horseco

I had a yg DD at 27 years old... I don't think its an age thing... its just a matter of personal preference...

I agree.

Personally I'm not a fan. But to each his own

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TKB · 3 April 2011, 11:04 AM

i personally prefer WG but thats just my taste. cant go wrong with any gold

SkyKing31 · 3 April 2011, 11:06 AM

There is no such thing as being to youong or to old to wear any model of Rolex .. It comes down to personal taste

ersnyder · 3 April 2011, 11:22 AM

IMO, you're good to go with gold at any age.

timeisfathaoftruth · 3 April 2011, 11:22 AM

I have always liked gold (especially yellow) and I have yet to meet a gal (of any age) who would prefer steel to gold (either white ot yellow).

BarkMaster · 3 April 2011, 11:25 AM

I have preferred YG my whole life... since I was a teen.

kareemthedream33 · 3 April 2011, 11:25 AM

It's personal opinion, but personally I won't wear a gold Rolex at age 22. Maybe TT.

jblaze · 3 April 2011, 11:32 AM

YG, yes. 50+ (unless you want to act like a baller). The only exception to the rule (and there is no Rolex that fits the bill) is YG accents or a "delicate" gold case.

WG is fine, but looks like steel.

paddy_crow · 3 April 2011, 11:35 AM

Wear what you like. Who cares what anyone else thinks?

Zed Homme · 3 April 2011, 11:37 AM

I think skin complexion is a big factor. Personally I have rose gold and white gold watches that look great on me, but yellow gold looks out of place....

mike · 3 April 2011, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paddy_crow

Wear what you like. Who cares what anyone else thinks?

Beeper · 3 April 2011, 11:43 AM

Personally, I'm not a huge Yg fan, although I looove TT and like WG as well. I think it might be a little over the top in your 20's, but if you like it, that's really what matters.

DimeRazorback · 3 April 2011, 11:50 AM

I don't believe so. I would love a 18k DD or GMT-II... just can't afford one!

I wear a 18k gold ring all the time.

Who cares what other people think anyway! If I wanna wear something gold I will, who cares if I'm in my 20's! I ain't no fashion show, that's for certain.

jnkay · 3 April 2011, 11:50 AM

I've seen a couple of TT subs on guys in their early 20s and it immediately caught my attention because I don't expect to see nice watches of that caliber on guys that age, but not because the gold looked wrong in any way. It's no different than when I see a 20 year old driving a $40,000 BMW. It's not expected, and it draws attention IMHO, but not in a bad way.

sirjohnbrian · 3 April 2011, 12:03 PM

For males, yellow gold Rolexes ought to be for "middle aged" men or older. If you are younger, everyone who cares is going to assume it's a fake or you are flaunting your undeserved wealth.

For females, the jewelry you wear when you are young reflects your family, the jewelry you wear when you are older reflects your spouse or your profession. Sorry about that.

Either way, wear what you like but be prepared for the consequences.

Onikage · 3 April 2011, 12:20 PM

If you bought it yourself, the richkid/undeserved wealth part wouldn't be true. I'd love a fullgold GMT. The consequence would be that you'd piss everyone off. Young and old. The current economic climate might be worth taking note of here. Personally I just do whatever I want, and if my perceived success pisses anyone off then "sorry" :D

HL65 · 3 April 2011, 12:23 PM

Whatever floats your boat. Wear what you like as it is you wrist!!

paverman · 3 April 2011, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sirjohnbrian

For males, yellow gold Rolexes ought to be for "middle aged" men or older. If you are younger, everyone who cares is going to assume it's a fake or you are flaunting your undeserved wealth.

For females, the jewelry you wear when you are young reflects your family, the jewelry you wear when you are older reflects your spouse or your profession. Sorry about that.

Either way, wear what you like but be prepared for the consequences.

I can't say I really disagree with any of this. Being one that fits into the "middle aged" catagory, I personally prefer wg over yellow, with platinum being my favorite. A lot has to do with skin tone, color of clothes you typically wear, etc., but having said that I have seen many wearing yg and looking good. I would say that IMO a 20 something with a yg watch, especially one with a yg bracelet looks a little out of place. A ss sub on the other hand, sweet.

Onikage · 3 April 2011, 12:36 PM

If other people's opinions count on what you choose to wear. The president type would look out of place because many people associate the daydate and datejust type model with older guys anyway. As for subs and GMTs, well, they're nice in whatever metal. Gold doesn't make them look old fashioned in my opinion. It does make them less stealthy. That could be dangerous depending on the company you keep and the places you frequent.

TimeOnHand · 3 April 2011, 12:46 PM

I love gold...

I like it on me and that's all that matters!

Onikage · 3 April 2011, 12:47 PM

kareemthedream33 · 3 April 2011, 12:57 PM

For early 20's? Sub/SD on NATO is the way to go!

threemonkeys · 3 April 2011, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cx007

I love gold...

I like it on me and that's all that matters!

I wasn't going to respond to this as this is a question without an answer. It's all personal taste. Although I was thinking that, for me, gold would feel a little tacky and less contemporary for my personal tastes. But that was before I saw this beauty so I'm throwing my prior opinion out the window.

Gorgeous watch!

Ezza8 · 3 April 2011, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by threemonkeys

I wasn't going to respond to this as this is a question without an answer. It's all personal taste. Although I was thinking that, for me, gold would feel a little tacky and less contemporary for my personal tastes. But that was before I saw this beauty so I'm throwing my prior opinion out the window.

Gorgeous watch!

That is one stupendous looking YG Daytona. It would look good on any wrist

Onikage · 3 April 2011, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cx007

I love gold...

I like it on me and that's all that matters!

I'd clip my arm hair too if I had one.

StarSovereign · 3 April 2011, 01:09 PM

Arggg...not this again...NO, GOLD IS NOT OLD! If you are worried about it though, go for WG!

3 April 2011, 10:46 AM	#1
RollieKid "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Down under Watch: my wrist candy Posts: 567	Is gold too old? Do you guys and gals think there is a certain age u have to reach before wearing gold rolexes is acceptable? Would it look weird on someone who is in their twenties? __________________ “No amount of money ever bought a second of time.” — Howard Stark

3 April 2011, 11:04 AM	#6
TKB "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Tai Location: Chicago Watch: 118339 Meteorite Posts: 289	i personally prefer WG but thats just my taste. cant go wrong with any gold __________________ "Death Before Dishonor" WG DD Diamond Meteorite CC "Z" SS DJ Tux Dial Roulette Wheel "M"

3 April 2011, 11:22 AM	#9
timeisfathaoftruth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: New England Watch: Sub,Daytona,GMT,YM Posts: 997	I have always liked gold (especially yellow) and I have yet to meet a gal (of any age) who would prefer steel to gold (either white ot yellow). __________________ Time and tide wait for no man...

3 April 2011, 11:25 AM	#10
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	I have preferred YG my whole life... since I was a teen. __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

3 April 2011, 12:03 PM	#19
sirjohnbrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Watch: 'chu lookin' at??? Posts: 964	If you don't care what I think, don't read this. For males, yellow gold Rolexes ought to be for "middle aged" men or older. If you are younger, everyone who cares is going to assume it's a fake or you are flaunting your undeserved wealth. For females, the jewelry you wear when you are young reflects your family, the jewelry you wear when you are older reflects your spouse or your profession. Sorry about that. Either way, wear what you like but be prepared for the consequences. __________________ "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." Mark Twain "Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true." Homer Simpson SS Midsize DJ 68274 "L" TT Jubilee DJ 116233 "Z" Sea Dweller DS 116660 "V" SS White Dial Daytona "V"

3 April 2011, 10:47 AM	#2
Paracentesis Banned Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Tissot Posts: 1,454	Although I was strangely drawn to a WG DD recently, I have now recovered my equilibrium. Gold Rolexes are naff at any age (IMO).

3 April 2011, 10:53 AM	#3
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	I had a yg DD at 27 years old... I don't think its an age thing... its just a matter of personal preference...

3 April 2011, 10:57 AM	#4
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	A true example of personal opinion/taste IMHO.

3 April 2011, 11:06 AM	#7
SkyKing31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Manalapan Florida Watch: Tridor Masterpiece Posts: 2,819	There is no such thing as being to youong or to old to wear any model of Rolex .. It comes down to personal taste

3 April 2011, 11:22 AM	#8
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	IMO, you're good to go with gold at any age.

3 April 2011, 11:25 AM	#11
kareemthedream33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canada Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,748	It's personal opinion, but personally I won't wear a gold Rolex at age 22. Maybe TT.

3 April 2011, 11:32 AM	#12
jblaze Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Philly Posts: 24	YG, yes. 50+ (unless you want to act like a baller). The only exception to the rule (and there is no Rolex that fits the bill) is YG accents or a "delicate" gold case. WG is fine, but looks like steel.

3 April 2011, 11:35 AM	#13
paddy_crow Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 592	Wear what you like. Who cares what anyone else thinks?

3 April 2011, 11:37 AM	#14
Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	I think skin complexion is a big factor. Personally I have rose gold and white gold watches that look great on me, but yellow gold looks out of place....

3 April 2011, 11:43 AM	#16
Beeper "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Bryan Location: MA, USA Posts: 145	Personally, I'm not a huge Yg fan, although I looove TT and like WG as well. I think it might be a little over the top in your 20's, but if you like it, that's really what matters.

3 April 2011, 11:50 AM	#17
DimeRazorback Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 76	I don't believe so. I would love a 18k DD or GMT-II... just can't afford one! I wear a 18k gold ring all the time. Who cares what other people think anyway! If I wanna wear something gold I will, who cares if I'm in my 20's! I ain't no fashion show, that's for certain.

3 April 2011, 11:50 AM	#18
jnkay "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: South Florida, US Watch: du jour Posts: 1,815	I've seen a couple of TT subs on guys in their early 20s and it immediately caught my attention because I don't expect to see nice watches of that caliber on guys that age, but not because the gold looked wrong in any way. It's no different than when I see a 20 year old driving a $40,000 BMW. It's not expected, and it draws attention IMHO, but not in a bad way.

3 April 2011, 12:20 PM	#20
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	If you bought it yourself, the richkid/undeserved wealth part wouldn't be true. I'd love a fullgold GMT. The consequence would be that you'd piss everyone off. Young and old. The current economic climate might be worth taking note of here. Personally I just do whatever I want, and if my perceived success pisses anyone off then "sorry" :D __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

3 April 2011, 12:23 PM	#21
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	Whatever floats your boat. Wear what you like as it is you wrist!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

3 April 2011, 12:36 PM	#23
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	If other people's opinions count on what you choose to wear. The president type would look out of place because many people associate the daydate and datejust type model with older guys anyway. As for subs and GMTs, well, they're nice in whatever metal. Gold doesn't make them look old fashioned in my opinion. It does make them less stealthy. That could be dangerous depending on the company you keep and the places you frequent. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

3 April 2011, 12:46 PM	#24
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	I love gold... I like it on me and that's all that matters! __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

3 April 2011, 12:47 PM	#25
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	__________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

3 April 2011, 12:57 PM	#26
kareemthedream33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canada Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,748	For early 20's? Sub/SD on NATO is the way to go!

3 April 2011, 01:09 PM	#30
StarSovereign "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Erik Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 116234, 116710LN Posts: 936	Arggg...not this again...NO, GOLD IS NOT OLD! If you are worried about it though, go for WG! __________________ Submariner 116610LN - Black Dial & Stainless Steel DateJust 116234 - White Stick Dial & Roulette Wheel GMT-Master II 116710LN - Black Dial & Green "Fouth Hand"

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