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ROLEXAHOLIC · 17 July 2007, 06:07 AM

Please share with us your favorite rolex metals or combinations thereof. Personally I like the Classic Yellow Gold followed by TT(YG/SS).

Solo118 · 17 July 2007, 06:08 AM

I love TT, But for a woman ss/rg is a stunner

roadcarver · 17 July 2007, 06:09 AM

SS only for me...

David1971 · 17 July 2007, 06:13 AM

1. SS
2. WG
3. Plat.

ROLEXAHOLIC · 17 July 2007, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by David1971

1. SS
2. WG
3. Plat.

They all look pretty much the same from a color standpoint, I bet if you show samples of each to the average joe, he would not be able to tell the difference.

David1971 · 17 July 2007, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by FLACGC

They all look pretty much the same from a color standpoint, I bet if you show samples of each to the average joe, he would not be able to tell the difference.

I was a metallurgy student and still have a problem to see the difference.

I just like "White" metals.

-David

jac67 · 17 July 2007, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by FLACGC

They all look pretty much the same from a color standpoint, I bet if you show samples of each to the average joe, he would not be able to tell the difference.

That's the beauty of it.

YOU know it's Platinum, and that's all that matters. If you want the best (and can afford it), then there's NO contest.

If you want people to notice your watch, get a $50 blinged out fake and wave your arms in the air.

I think if people are wearing Rolexes for others to notice them, then there are some pretty disturbing underlining issues that need to be addressed.

John.

Rubenonfire · 17 July 2007, 06:17 AM

SS all the way! Only one of my "want list" watches is TT and it still hasn't even been "called up from the minors"

ROLEXAHOLIC · 17 July 2007, 07:42 AM

Gold is classic and has been for centuries, which is why I believe rolex & gold go hand in hand. Read this excerpt

Gold has been known and highly valued since prehistoric times. It may have been the first metal used by humans and was valued for ornamentation and rituals. Egyptian hieroglyphs from as early as 2600 BC describe gold, which king Tushratta of the Mitanni claimed was "more plentiful than dirt" in Egypt.[4] Egypt and Nubia had the resources to make them major gold-producing areas for much of history. Gold is also mentioned several times in the Old Testament, and is included with the gifts of the magi in the first chapters of Matthew New Testament The south-east corner of the Black Sea was famed for its gold. Exploitation is said to date from the time of Midas, and this gold was important in the establishment of what is probably the world's earliest coinage in Lydia between 643 and 630 BC.

The Mali Empire in Africa was famed throughout the old world for its large amounts of gold. Mansa Musa, ruler of the empire (1312 - 1337) became famous throughout the old world for his great hajj to Mecca in 1324. On the way to Mecca, when he passed through Cairo in July of 1324, he was reportedly accompanied by a caravan that included thousands of people and nearly a hundred camels, giving away so much gold that it took over a decade for the economy across North Africa to recover, due to the rapid inflation that it initiated.

The European exploration of the Americas was fueled in no small part by reports of the gold ornaments displayed in great profusion by Native American peoples, especially in Central America, Peru, and Colombia.

Although the price of some platinum group metals can be much higher, gold has long been considered the most desirable of precious metals, and its value has been used as the standard for many currencies (known as the gold standard) in history. Gold has been used as a symbol for purity, value, royalty, and particularly roles that combine these properties.

SPACE-DWELLER · 17 July 2007, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by FLACGC

Please share with us your favorite rolex metals or combinations thereof. Personally I like the Classic Yellow Gold followed by TT(YG/SS).

First of all:

I LOVE your avatar!

I really love cats!

To your question:

My preferred Rolex case / bracelet material is STEEL.

Next preference would be yellow gold.

mike · 17 July 2007, 08:14 AM

Never had anything but Stainless, but a nice gold vintage would be sharp.

frostie · 17 July 2007, 12:07 PM

Stainless steel is for real men

^fai^ · 17 July 2007, 12:17 PM

So far I had only stainless steel

ROLEXAHOLIC · 17 July 2007, 08:22 PM

Bo, thats not a cat ! Thats Batman !

colemanitis · 17 July 2007, 12:29 PM

Goooold!

roadcarver · 17 July 2007, 01:27 PM

LOL! Its it vanderful?

Jeff, you're back with the GMT II?

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

Goooold!

Uncle-AJ · 17 July 2007, 01:54 PM

Mine's plutonium but it makes me feel weak and I can't fly when I wear it.

Apart from that I have no favourites.

ROGU808 · 17 July 2007, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

Mine's plutonium but it makes me feel weak and I can't fly when I wear it.

Apart from that I have no favourites.

Not even with your lead tights??

puffnmo · 17 July 2007, 02:10 PM

I love the look of the platinum DD. The first one I saw was in Vegas at Tourneau years ago, and it made a big impression.

Since then I've seen many of them. They are not rare, as most people (including myself) do not want to spend the money.

Uncle-AJ · 17 July 2007, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ROGU808

Not even with your lead tights??

Oh don't get me going, I have a weak heart.

Rockrolex · 18 July 2007, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

Mine's plutonium but it makes me feel weak and I can't fly when I wear it.

Apart from that I have no favourites.

I thought it was Kryptonite that did that to you. Isn't that why you don't have the Kermit?

jac67 · 18 July 2007, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by FLACGC

That's quite naive thinking John, whether you like it or not, people notice what you are wearing, driving, etc...

Hello Richard

Yes, I agree, but that's not why I (personally) love and wear a Rolex. You know, you maybe right, maybe sub-conscientiously I do want people to notice.

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Originally Posted by FLACGC

I say that if you want one (rolex) than why not wear it, regardless of, if others notice it or not !!

That is EXACTLY what I am saying.

Quote:

Originally Posted by FLACGC

Personally all I wear is gold, for several reasons, the primary reason is that I am allergic to anything but gold. Anything else that I have tried (sterling silver, stainless steel, Hypo allergenic alloy's, etc...) gives me a rash after a day or two. That being said My TT Blue Sub is an exception, I don't know why, but it has never given me a rash.

I know EXACTLY what you mean.

John.

colemanitis · 17 July 2007, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by roadcarver

LOL! Its it vanderful?

Jeff, you're back with the GMT II?

Yeah, I think I've decided to stick with this one for a while - unless the right offer comes along

. The Pepsi GMT was my first love, so it's really nice seeing it on my wrist again.

ROGU808 · 17 July 2007, 01:58 PM

I would vote SS from a functional and more practical standpoint.
Nothing tops 904L!!!
But...I have this odd affinity for Platinum. I love it's qualities...dense but maluable as well as being rare and noble...and TOTALLY impractical. Kinda like me I guess...LOL

Arturo · 17 July 2007, 04:33 PM

I don't own one, but I do love the rose gold, and will get one someday. Rolesium it is.

supermarz · 18 July 2007, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Arturo

I don't own one, but I do love the rose gold, and will get one someday. Rolesium it is.

isn't rolesium a term for platinum and stainless steel combination ie yacht master ?

jac67 · 18 July 2007, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by supermarz

isn't rolesium a term for platinum and stainless steel combination ie yacht master ?

Correct.

John.

stlduckhunter · 17 July 2007, 09:32 PM

Love white gold because it doesn't "scream" as loudly as yellow.

wandyprawira · 18 July 2007, 03:46 AM

SS and TT for now.

Gaijin · 18 July 2007, 09:00 AM

I voted YG, but can't afford one right now. Maybe someday...

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Yellow Gold	17	17.71%
White Gold	7	7.29%
Rose Gold	4	4.17%
Stainless Steel	48	50.00%
Platinum	10	10.42%
Two Tone	20	20.83%
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17 July 2007, 06:07 AM	#1
ROLEXAHOLIC Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: usa Watch: 116528 Posts: 376	What's Your Favorite Rolex Metal ???? Please share with us your favorite rolex metals or combinations thereof. Personally I like the Classic Yellow Gold followed by TT(YG/SS).

17 July 2007, 06:09 AM	#3
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	SS only for me... __________________ I'm just a cook...

17 July 2007, 12:29 PM	#15
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	Goooold! __________________ Member #471

17 July 2007, 01:54 PM	#17
Uncle-AJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Real Name: Adrian Location: Bolton, UK. Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 6,844	Mine's plutonium but it makes me feel weak and I can't fly when I wear it. Apart from that I have no favourites. __________________ A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.........Segal's Law Member #10

17 July 2007, 06:08 AM	#2
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,092	I love TT, But for a woman ss/rg is a stunner

17 July 2007, 06:13 AM	#4
David1971 Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sweden Watch: PAM 00005 Posts: 202	1. SS 2. WG 3. Plat.

17 July 2007, 06:17 AM	#8
Rubenonfire "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Ruben Location: Orange County Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,317	SS all the way! Only one of my "want list" watches is TT and it still hasn't even been "called up from the minors"

17 July 2007, 07:42 AM	#9
ROLEXAHOLIC Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: usa Watch: 116528 Posts: 376	Gold is classic and has been for centuries, which is why I believe rolex & gold go hand in hand. Read this excerpt Gold has been known and highly valued since prehistoric times. It may have been the first metal used by humans and was valued for ornamentation and rituals. Egyptian hieroglyphs from as early as 2600 BC describe gold, which king Tushratta of the Mitanni claimed was "more plentiful than dirt" in Egypt.[4] Egypt and Nubia had the resources to make them major gold-producing areas for much of history. Gold is also mentioned several times in the Old Testament, and is included with the gifts of the magi in the first chapters of Matthew New Testament The south-east corner of the Black Sea was famed for its gold. Exploitation is said to date from the time of Midas, and this gold was important in the establishment of what is probably the world's earliest coinage in Lydia between 643 and 630 BC. The Mali Empire in Africa was famed throughout the old world for its large amounts of gold. Mansa Musa, ruler of the empire (1312 - 1337) became famous throughout the old world for his great hajj to Mecca in 1324. On the way to Mecca, when he passed through Cairo in July of 1324, he was reportedly accompanied by a caravan that included thousands of people and nearly a hundred camels, giving away so much gold that it took over a decade for the economy across North Africa to recover, due to the rapid inflation that it initiated. The European exploration of the Americas was fueled in no small part by reports of the gold ornaments displayed in great profusion by Native American peoples, especially in Central America, Peru, and Colombia. Although the price of some platinum group metals can be much higher, gold has long been considered the most desirable of precious metals, and its value has been used as the standard for many currencies (known as the gold standard) in history. Gold has been used as a symbol for purity, value, royalty, and particularly roles that combine these properties.

17 July 2007, 08:14 AM	#11
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Never had anything but Stainless, but a nice gold vintage would be sharp.

17 July 2007, 12:07 PM	#12
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Stainless steel is for real men

17 July 2007, 12:17 PM	#13
^fai^ Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Singapore Posts: 231	So far I had only stainless steel

17 July 2007, 08:22 PM	#14
ROLEXAHOLIC Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: usa Watch: 116528 Posts: 376	Bo, thats not a cat ! Thats Batman !

17 July 2007, 02:10 PM	#19
puffnmo Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 848	I love the look of the platinum DD. The first one I saw was in Vegas at Tourneau years ago, and it made a big impression. Since then I've seen many of them. They are not rare, as most people (including myself) do not want to spend the money.

17 July 2007, 01:58 PM	#24
ROGU808 Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 288	I would vote SS from a functional and more practical standpoint. Nothing tops 904L!!! But...I have this odd affinity for Platinum. I love it's qualities...dense but maluable as well as being rare and noble...and TOTALLY impractical. Kinda like me I guess...LOL

17 July 2007, 04:33 PM	#25
Arturo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Arturo Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: Black GMT ll Posts: 1,271	I don't own one, but I do love the rose gold, and will get one someday. Rolesium it is.

17 July 2007, 09:32 PM	#28
stlduckhunter Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rick Location: St. Louis/Paris Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 24	Love white gold because it doesn't "scream" as loudly as yellow.

18 July 2007, 03:46 AM	#29
wandyprawira "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: hub Posts: 520	SS and TT for now. __________________

18 July 2007, 09:00 AM	#30
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	I voted YG, but can't afford one right now. Maybe someday... Last edited by Gaijin; 18 July 2007 at 02:06 PM..

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