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ROLEXAHOLIC · 5 October 2007, 01:03 PM

Why doesn't Rolex make watches with more complications ? Imagine a Rolex with a power reserve indicator, a moonphase or a Tourbillon (technically not a complication itself) Nevertheless, the tourbillon is one of the most valued complications of collector's watches and premium timepieces. I believe that Rolex has the capability and/or expertise to make such watches. I would think that they could start another line of complicated watches to add to their various product lines. After all, they still produce a quartz watch in their Cellini line. What do you think???

Prince · 5 October 2007, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLEXAHOLIC

Why doesn't Rolex make watches with more complications ? Imagine a Rolex with a power reserve indicator, a moonphase or a Tourbillon...

Too "complicated".

Green Arrow · 5 October 2007, 01:09 PM

Rolex sells more watches than any of the Swiss High Horology Houses, gives more to charity, and has built a dynasty.

Why should they try to out Patek, Patek, or JLC?

Tools · 5 October 2007, 01:31 PM

More complications !!!

Ever try to re-set your GMT after it's been sitting around for a few weeks...

Rawhyde · 5 October 2007, 01:36 PM

The Clownmaster, ugly as it is would be considered to be a complication. The Daytona qualifies also.

One of them is unobtainable, the other is undesirable....

Rolex's niche is rough and tough watches. Complications are generally delicate and dressy.

watchloverdave · 5 October 2007, 02:09 PM

Since I move my wrist into different positions during the day, a tourbillon is superfluous, and if I want to determine the moon phase, I look up and check.

nodnarb757 · 5 October 2007, 02:17 PM

if it aint broke, dont fix it

SPACE-DWELLER · 5 October 2007, 07:07 PM

Because Rolex is known for making sturdy tool watches, and the more complicated a watch is, the less sturdy it gets.

BiG JeEzY · 5 October 2007, 07:09 PM

I have seen a vintage Rolex that had a moon phase complication on it before. I think it was dated to the 1950s or sometime at that point.

Most be worth a premium nowadays.

BiG JeEzY · 5 October 2007, 07:12 PM

Here is one that I just found. Dont know the details on it except that its reference number is 8171.

SPACE-DWELLER · 5 October 2007, 07:15 PM

Yes, and even rarer: The SS version with "Stars" indices!

Destroy · 5 October 2007, 07:50 PM

"clownmaster"

you guys are so cruel!!!

jac67 · 5 October 2007, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLEXAHOLIC

Why doesn't Rolex make watches with more complications ?

Because Rolex is a money making machine, and interested in making a lot of watches AND a lot of money.

Nothing wrong with that.

Remember, Hans Wilsdorf was NOT a watchmaker, but came from iron-monger family. He WAS a great visionary AND marketing genius.

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

Here is one that I just found. Dont know the details on it except that its reference number is 8171.

You will need well over US$150,000 for that baby.

John.

daunwaun · 6 October 2007, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

More complications !!!

Ever try to re-set your GMT after it's been sitting around for a few weeks...

lol very true story there

ROLEXAHOLIC · 8 October 2007, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

I have seen a vintage Rolex that had a moon phase complication on it before. I think it was dated to the 1950s or sometime at that point.

Most be worth a premium nowadays.

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

Here is one that I just found. Dont know the details on it except that its reference number is 8171.

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Originally Posted by Spacedweller

Yes, and even rarer: The SS version with "Stars" indices!

Very nice!!! Maybe they will reintroduce this watch, like they did the milgaus. So far as the other posts about Rolex being a "tool" watch, how can a Cellini be called a "tool" watch ??

5 October 2007, 01:03 PM	#1
ROLEXAHOLIC Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: usa Watch: 116528 Posts: 376	Why doesn't Rolex make watches with more complications??? Why doesn't Rolex make watches with more complications ? Imagine a Rolex with a power reserve indicator, a moonphase or a Tourbillon (technically not a complication itself) Nevertheless, the tourbillon is one of the most valued complications of collector's watches and premium timepieces. I believe that Rolex has the capability and/or expertise to make such watches. I would think that they could start another line of complicated watches to add to their various product lines. After all, they still produce a quartz watch in their Cellini line. What do you think???

5 October 2007, 01:09 PM	#3
Green Arrow "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,060	Would you buy a Clownmaster? Rolex sells more watches than any of the Swiss High Horology Houses, gives more to charity, and has built a dynasty. Why should they try to out Patek, Patek, or JLC?

5 October 2007, 07:07 PM	#8
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Because Rolex is known for making sturdy tool watches, and the more complicated a watch is, the less sturdy it gets. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

5 October 2007, 07:09 PM	#9
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	I have seen a vintage Rolex that had a moon phase complication on it before. I think it was dated to the 1950s or sometime at that point. Most be worth a premium nowadays. __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

5 October 2007, 07:12 PM	#10
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	Here is one that I just found. Dont know the details on it except that its reference number is 8171. Attached Images __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

5 October 2007, 01:31 PM	#4
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	More complications !!! Ever try to re-set your GMT after it's been sitting around for a few weeks...

5 October 2007, 01:36 PM	#5
Rawhyde Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Craig Location: NW Georgia Watch: Blue Sub+Tud Chron Posts: 834	The Clownmaster, ugly as it is would be considered to be a complication. The Daytona qualifies also. One of them is unobtainable, the other is undesirable.... Rolex's niche is rough and tough watches. Complications are generally delicate and dressy.

5 October 2007, 02:09 PM	#6
watchloverdave "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Springfield, IL Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 134	Since I move my wrist into different positions during the day, a tourbillon is superfluous, and if I want to determine the moon phase, I look up and check.

5 October 2007, 02:17 PM	#7
nodnarb757 Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toledo Watch: you gonna do? Posts: 224	if it aint broke, dont fix it

5 October 2007, 07:15 PM	#11
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Yes, and even rarer: The SS version with "Stars" indices! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

5 October 2007, 07:50 PM	#12
Destroy Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: AJ Location: Australia Posts: 732	"clownmaster" you guys are so cruel!!!

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