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Tools · 24 August 2007, 01:01 AM

I've been thinking the past few days

So many here seem to want the green, or the blue, or other combinations so they will "stand out".

I'll admit, it's a thought process I can't relate to. I've worn a Rolex for decades, and I have never bought one just because it was more noticable than another...

What drives you ????

SPACE-DWELLER · 24 August 2007, 01:03 AM

What drives me?

ROLEX drives me

And I buy what I like and don't give a damn about what other people like my Rolex or not or if they would notice my Rolex

frostie · 24 August 2007, 01:04 AM

I don't want my watch to get noticed. I want to be the only one that can notice it

ohlins · 24 August 2007, 01:18 AM

i just wear my watches.......dun care if others notice

C.J. · 24 August 2007, 01:31 AM

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Tools · 24 August 2007, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C.J.

That's what I love and hate about the Pepsi GMT that I have. I like the red/blue because it's the color combination that the GMT began with and it's the one Rolex that I'm probably always going to have. But, I think the red/blue stands out more, unfortunately. ....

That's probably exactly why my GMT's have always been black/red. I think the pepsi looks sharp....but I would feel like I had a beacon on my wrist..

ROGU808 · 24 August 2007, 01:39 AM

I think it's just a matter of being unique. Not so much if other people notice it.
I guess if someone else knows the differences between a Sub LV and the other Subs, or knows all that went into the new GMT as compared to the old one...and notices it on your wrist...they are just as obsessed with Rolex watches as the rest of us.
I don't think any of us here wear a Rolex to be in the "spotlight"...but rather because we have a passion for what it all stands for...I don't mind so much if somoene else notices my passion for fine things...as long as they can appreciate it.

SobeSVT · 24 August 2007, 01:49 AM

Where I come from, and were my first Rolex was stolen, having your Rolex noticed can be life threatening. Now in Miami is a lot easier and you are not as aware that you have a Rolex on your wrist except for the occasional compliment.

Now in my particular case I just like to have good things, regardless of whether people notice them or not. I feel extremely at ease with my Air-King which by the way is the most inconspicuous Rolex there is. Perfect for me!

colemanitis · 24 August 2007, 01:52 AM

I don't mind when people notice my watch... when people stare I take it as a compliment!

roadcarver · 24 August 2007, 02:07 AM

I wear my watch and if somebody notices, that is fine with me. Its more of me noticing and looking at other peoples watches

Jocke · 24 August 2007, 02:15 AM

Nope.

Jocke

frostie · 24 August 2007, 02:17 AM

Teofilo · 24 August 2007, 02:37 AM

Stealth is the way to go...
The only people who really notice are other WIS or people who have at least looked in a high end jewellers window at the Rolex display.

frostie · 24 August 2007, 02:43 AM

You have a good point peter. Not many people in my country can recognise a rolex watch

rolex5 · 24 August 2007, 03:06 AM

I knew nothing about watches & posted a few questions here before buying a brand new Rolex. At the AD, I tried on my baby because they did not have the one w/ the oyster bracelet.

Instantly my baby hit me big time by the love at first sight & I left the AD after 20 minutes.

My baby got a lot of attention & I truly appreciate it. Above all, I appreciate this forum more for giving me tons of information about Rolex & watches. Most of you are pro.

To answer the question, the beauty of the watch itself drives me.

frostie · 24 August 2007, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolex5

I knew nothing about watches & posted a few questions here before buying a brand new Rolex. At the AD, I tried on my baby because they did not have the one w/ the oyster bracelet.

Instantly my baby hit me big time by the love at first sight & I left the AD after 20 minutes.

My baby got a lot of attention & I truly appreciate it. Above all, I appreciate this forum more for giving me tons of information about Rolex & watches. Most of you are pro.

To answer the question, the beauty of the watch itself drives me.

That's Rolex love my friend

SobeSVT · 24 August 2007, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frostie

You have a good point peter. Not many people in my country can recognise a rolex watch

That is one more point in wonderful Greece's score card. In my native Venezuela everybody knows a Rolex and everybody wants to have one.

frostie · 24 August 2007, 03:14 AM

Well many people want to buy a rolex in my country but they end up bying the fale stuff. Just like bo said this is depressing

Flyjet601 · 24 August 2007, 03:21 AM

Do people notice Rolex watches

timebroker · 24 August 2007, 03:37 AM

Just the other day I was sitting in a cab downtown when a car pulls up next to me in the traffic jam, guy with the window open and arm outside, what do I see ... nice new sub, was awake in 2 seconds. Always seem to look at the watches people wear.

Sometimes I do comment on somebodies watch but always like "nice watch..." and leave the person alone unless they start talking about it. Never had people walking up to me to say they noticed my Omega or whatever but friends and family do cus they know of my watch euhm ... obsession.

So many people wear expensive watches but either don't know anything about it or really do not care so why would they notice em on the street.
Seems to me that many people buy fakes just to show them of to others.

Tools · 24 August 2007, 03:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flyjet601

Do people notice Rolex watches

Only other people with Rolex watches (or wannabees)...

explodingtaco · 24 August 2007, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Only other people with Rolex watches (or wannabees)...

Must you insult the rolex-less.

I most likely will never own a rolex becaue of its status symbol. But that does not mean I cant knowtice or appreciate one.

JJ Irani · 24 August 2007, 03:58 AM

I look at cleavage....cleavage looks at Rolex. End of story!!

frostie · 24 August 2007, 03:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I look at cleavage....cleavage looks at Rolex. End of story!!

roadcarver · 24 August 2007, 04:10 AM

Perhaps "wannabees" should have been laid out in better context that is less insulting to folks.

Don't think Larry meant it that way.

Quote:

Originally Posted by explodingtaco

Must you insult the rolex-less.

I most likely will never own a rolex becaue of its status symbol. But that does not mean I cant knowtice or appreciate one.

Paulie · 24 August 2007, 04:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I look at cleavage....cleavage looks at Rolex. End of story!!

Tools · 24 August 2007, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadcarver

Perhaps "wannabees" should have been laid out in better context that is less insulting to folks.

Don't think Larry meant it that way.

I never intentially insult anybody except in good fun....

If I am sometimes not "politically correct" , or some one is more thin skinned than I would generally anticipate........Ooops, sorry..

Robb · 24 August 2007, 04:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I look at cleavage....cleavage looks at Rolex. End of story!!

Dan Pierce · 24 August 2007, 05:48 AM

I wear a pepsi bezel GMT, don't think it stands out much [I'm colorblind], and it never gets noticed. The only watch I wear that ever gets comments from non WIS's is my Tag Monaco. Other than that nobody seems to care and that's fine with me.
dP

explodingtaco · 24 August 2007, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

I never intentially insult anybody except in good fun....

If I am sometimes not "politically correct" , or some one is more thin skinned than I would generally anticipate........Ooops, sorry..

Sheesh I need to be more obvious, here is the message I meant to post:

Must you insult the rolex-less.

I most likely will never own a rolex becaue of its status symbol. But that does not mean I cant knowtice or appreciate one.

24 August 2007, 01:01 AM	#1
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Do you want your Rolex noticed ??? I've been thinking the past few days So many here seem to want the green, or the blue, or other combinations so they will "stand out". I'll admit, it's a thought process I can't relate to. I've worn a Rolex for decades, and I have never bought one just because it was more noticable than another... What drives you ????

24 August 2007, 01:03 AM	#2
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	What drives me? ROLEX drives me And I buy what I like and don't give a damn about what other people like my Rolex or not or if they would notice my Rolex __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

24 August 2007, 01:18 AM	#4
ohlins "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,213	i just wear my watches.......dun care if others notice __________________ the hype is true. a crown for every achievement. visit my audio and watch blog & how to use the rolex comfort link?

24 August 2007, 01:31 AM	#5
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	* __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there Last edited by C.J.; 22 September 2007 at 11:37 PM..

24 August 2007, 01:52 AM	#9
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	I don't mind when people notice my watch... when people stare I take it as a compliment! __________________ Member #471

24 August 2007, 01:04 AM	#3
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	I don't want my watch to get noticed. I want to be the only one that can notice it

24 August 2007, 01:39 AM	#7
ROGU808 Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 288	I think it's just a matter of being unique. Not so much if other people notice it. I guess if someone else knows the differences between a Sub LV and the other Subs, or knows all that went into the new GMT as compared to the old one...and notices it on your wrist...they are just as obsessed with Rolex watches as the rest of us. I don't think any of us here wear a Rolex to be in the "spotlight"...but rather because we have a passion for what it all stands for...I don't mind so much if somoene else notices my passion for fine things...as long as they can appreciate it.

24 August 2007, 01:49 AM	#8
SobeSVT Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Simón Location: Miami, FL Watch: 07 Blue D Air-King Posts: 90	Where I come from, and were my first Rolex was stolen, having your Rolex noticed can be life threatening. Now in Miami is a lot easier and you are not as aware that you have a Rolex on your wrist except for the occasional compliment. Now in my particular case I just like to have good things, regardless of whether people notice them or not. I feel extremely at ease with my Air-King which by the way is the most inconspicuous Rolex there is. Perfect for me!

24 August 2007, 02:07 AM	#10
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	I wear my watch and if somebody notices, that is fine with me. Its more of me noticing and looking at other peoples watches __________________ I'm just a cook...

24 August 2007, 02:15 AM	#11
Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	Nope. Jocke

24 August 2007, 02:17 AM	#12
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048

24 August 2007, 02:37 AM	#13
Teofilo Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: East Anglia Watch: 14060M,16710 PEPSI Posts: 923	Stealth is the way to go... The only people who really notice are other WIS or people who have at least looked in a high end jewellers window at the Rolex display.

24 August 2007, 02:43 AM	#14
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	You have a good point peter. Not many people in my country can recognise a rolex watch

24 August 2007, 03:06 AM	#15
rolex5 Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Watch: TT RG Jubi TOG Posts: 163	I knew nothing about watches & posted a few questions here before buying a brand new Rolex. At the AD, I tried on my baby because they did not have the one w/ the oyster bracelet. Instantly my baby hit me big time by the love at first sight & I left the AD after 20 minutes. My baby got a lot of attention & I truly appreciate it. Above all, I appreciate this forum more for giving me tons of information about Rolex & watches. Most of you are pro. To answer the question, the beauty of the watch itself drives me.

24 August 2007, 03:14 AM	#18
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Well many people want to buy a rolex in my country but they end up bying the fale stuff. Just like bo said this is depressing

24 August 2007, 03:21 AM	#19
Flyjet601 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hong Kong Watch: All of them Posts: 2,789	Do people notice Rolex watches __________________ I used to be indecisive, now I'm not sure

24 August 2007, 03:37 AM	#20
timebroker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Filip Location: Belgium Posts: 1,619	Just the other day I was sitting in a cab downtown when a car pulls up next to me in the traffic jam, guy with the window open and arm outside, what do I see ... nice new sub, was awake in 2 seconds. Always seem to look at the watches people wear. Sometimes I do comment on somebodies watch but always like "nice watch..." and leave the person alone unless they start talking about it. Never had people walking up to me to say they noticed my Omega or whatever but friends and family do cus they know of my watch euhm ... obsession. So many people wear expensive watches but either don't know anything about it or really do not care so why would they notice em on the street. Seems to me that many people buy fakes just to show them of to others.

24 August 2007, 03:58 AM	#23
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	I look at cleavage....cleavage looks at Rolex. End of story!! __________________ 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!!

24 August 2007, 05:48 AM	#29
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,216	I wear a pepsi bezel GMT, don't think it stands out much [I'm colorblind], and it never gets noticed. The only watch I wear that ever gets comments from non WIS's is my Tag Monaco. Other than that nobody seems to care and that's fine with me. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

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