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Tools · 29 December 2007, 07:28 AM

So you bought yourself a new/used Rolex....

Well, good for you

Did you get it just because you saw your favorite celeb wearing one ?

Or did you buy it for the horological significance of the brand ?

Or was there another reason ?

..............Why ??

C'mon...it's a simple question

Hamilton Carvalho · 29 December 2007, 07:45 AM

I fell in love with it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

So you bought yourself a new/used Rolex....

Well, good for you

Did you get it just because you saw your favorite celeb wearing one ?

Or did you buy it for the horological significance of the brand ?

Or was there another reason ?

..............Why ??

C'mon...it's a simple question

Baptistman · 29 December 2007, 07:47 AM

Passion, what a so called celeb wears is insignificant to me

watchlady · 29 December 2007, 07:51 AM

I like the design of Rolex better than any other brand and I've had a Rolex since 1980 (pre celeb phenom days).
Which celebs wear Rolexes?

Chris B · 29 December 2007, 07:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baptistman

Passion, what a so called celeb wears is insignificant to me

x 2, & to quote my dour scouse father "stars are in the sky son"

Dan Pierce · 29 December 2007, 08:00 AM

Why? Because I could. Then fell in love with the brand. Had to get a sport model and the GMT had all the features I would/ could use.

dP

daytona1 · 29 December 2007, 08:02 AM

People ask me this all the time. I tell them that I just like having a tiny complex machine on my wrist. Mechanical watches are just so cool. I could go buy a diamond but it dosent do anything. At least a watch looks cool and does something.

mike · 29 December 2007, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchlady

Which celebs wear Rolexes?

I do.

SPACE-DWELLER · 29 December 2007, 09:33 AM

I already know the quality of Rolex watches, so basically I buy what I like design-wise when I choose a Rolex watch.

seantk · 29 December 2007, 09:54 AM

There is something to be said about a SS and black watch. I always new I wanted a SS Rolex, I just had to wait for the right time. I always thought I would get a Sub Date, but ended up with the GMT II instead.

Sean

gha · 29 December 2007, 09:59 AM

Rolex for the history, R&D, quality, reliability, and understated class...gha

Bama · 29 December 2007, 10:03 AM

Bought it for the name, history, James Bond, Magnum P.I. and because being able to purchase one meant a certain level of success - success not status. I've since fallen in love with the quality and will be a life long fan because of it.

Alcan · 29 December 2007, 10:12 AM

Because I admire the technical marvel that it is. Same reason I had the clear caseback installed so I could see the movement in operation.

marshallr47 · 29 December 2007, 10:49 AM

Passion for me. I think we all have a sickness.

GoldenBear · 29 December 2007, 11:08 AM

I got mine because John Travolta is a famous actor and pilot. He is also a spokesman for Rolex. He is the reason I got my Rolex. I love John....If it weren't for him I would have gotten something else. John and Rolex are the best and really go together.

DS/B MINI S · 29 December 2007, 11:13 AM

Passion

I believe the Sea-Dweller is the Ultimate Tool watch. If you are gonna spend your money...why settle

waeleldasher · 29 December 2007, 12:16 PM

History, innovation, design, quality and after sale service.

JJ Irani · 29 December 2007, 12:18 PM

With me it would have to be the intense passion I've had for the brand over 3 long decades.

I'd never go by what some celeb wears on the screen.....although, in all fairness, I would be thrilled if I saw one of my models (either Bluesy or Platty) being worn by someone in a magazine or on the screen.

JJ

chuanlim · 29 December 2007, 12:30 PM

because its a Rolex

Gerry · 29 December 2007, 12:30 PM

I've always wanted one but didn't think I'd ever get a Rolex. Like JJ, I'd be thrilled to see a celebrity wearing a TT Blue Sub. I got this because a friend of mine has one and it's a memorable looking watch>

Transient · 29 December 2007, 12:38 PM

I love the history, the craftsmanship, the brand, I love it all. My Sub goes with me everywhere!!

DATEJUSTSS · 29 December 2007, 01:35 PM

Yeah, I'm a Tara Reid fan all the way. That's why I bought two Rolexes...

Ed Rooney · 29 December 2007, 01:37 PM

needed a knuckle duster.

DSJ · 29 December 2007, 02:17 PM

All the aforementioned.

kcmo · 29 December 2007, 02:24 PM

Definitely passion! I've been into watches since I was a little girl. Rolex is the ultimate brand IMO, and from my experience, I prefer to wear Rolex over anything else. Craftsmanship, originality, beauty, etc....

Rawhyde · 29 December 2007, 03:09 PM

I got my first one because I was fed up with disposable watches dying at a rate ot 2-3 per year. As I was researching the brand prior to my first one, I learned some of Rolex's history and I was impressed. Rolex used to be an agressive innovator, and their commitment to quality and timeless design were also strong factors in my decision. Rolexes change from year to year, but the changes are subtle. A Submariner from 40 years ago is definately recognizable as a Submariner. (In other words, they don't go out of style or look dated.)

I wanted a watch that would last, AND wouldn't be the timekeeping equivilent of parachute pants and Member's Only jackets. That's why I bought a Rolex nearly 18 years ago. I bought the TT Blue Sub earlier this year because I'm fully confident in Rolex now, and I liked it!

Rawhyde

JBat · 29 December 2007, 03:23 PM

For passion, for the horological significance of the brand (though I didn't know the meaning of that word before I started hanging around forums like this one :-p) and I just flat love watches. I've always wanted a Rollie, so I got one.

ezmoney46 · 29 December 2007, 03:26 PM

I think Rolex has the best design and quality out there in the market. It must be, for those that can afford one or more than one it seems to be the watch of choice from what I've seen.

BlackpoolRolexCoaste · 29 December 2007, 06:49 PM

Because it's a classic, iconic design that is neither in fashion or out of fashion - it is beyond fashion. It is what it is.

SSD · 29 December 2007, 06:55 PM

For me it was definitely the passion. The feel, looks, and craftsmanship.

29 December 2007, 07:28 AM	#1
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Passion or Fashion ?? So you bought yourself a new/used Rolex.... Well, good for you Did you get it just because you saw your favorite celeb wearing one ? Or did you buy it for the horological significance of the brand ? Or was there another reason ? ..............Why ?? C'mon...it's a simple question __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

29 December 2007, 07:47 AM	#3
Baptistman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Posts: 2,405	Passion, what a so called celeb wears is insignificant to me __________________ Whatever the watch, it's your wrist, it speaks to you, enjoy it

29 December 2007, 08:00 AM	#6
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	Why? Because I could. Then fell in love with the brand. Had to get a sport model and the GMT had all the features I would/ could use. 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

29 December 2007, 09:33 AM	#9
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I already know the quality of Rolex watches, so basically I buy what I like design-wise when I choose a Rolex watch. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

29 December 2007, 09:54 AM	#10
seantk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Sean Location: West Florida Posts: 2,671	There is something to be said about a SS and black watch. I always new I wanted a SS Rolex, I just had to wait for the right time. I always thought I would get a Sub Date, but ended up with the GMT II instead. Sean __________________ "Life is frittered away with detail... simplify, simplify!" Henry D. Thoreau

29 December 2007, 07:51 AM	#4
watchlady "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: the other Lisa Location: Metro New York Watch: SS/RG Datejust Posts: 1,014	I like the design of Rolex better than any other brand and I've had a Rolex since 1980 (pre celeb phenom days). Which celebs wear Rolexes?

29 December 2007, 08:02 AM	#7
daytona1 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: miami Posts: 673	People ask me this all the time. I tell them that I just like having a tiny complex machine on my wrist. Mechanical watches are just so cool. I could go buy a diamond but it dosent do anything. At least a watch looks cool and does something.

29 December 2007, 09:59 AM	#11
gha "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: gha Location: Canada Watch: Rolex DateJust Posts: 664	Rolex for the history, R&D, quality, reliability, and understated class...gha

29 December 2007, 10:03 AM	#12
Bama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington, DC Posts: 1,150	Bought it for the name, history, James Bond, Magnum P.I. and because being able to purchase one meant a certain level of success - success not status. I've since fallen in love with the quality and will be a life long fan because of it.

29 December 2007, 10:12 AM	#13
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Because I admire the technical marvel that it is. Same reason I had the clear caseback installed so I could see the movement in operation. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

29 December 2007, 10:49 AM	#14
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	Passion for me. I think we all have a sickness. __________________ Ron

29 December 2007, 11:08 AM	#15
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	I got mine because John Travolta is a famous actor and pilot. He is also a spokesman for Rolex. He is the reason I got my Rolex. I love John....If it weren't for him I would have gotten something else. John and Rolex are the best and really go together. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

29 December 2007, 11:13 AM	#16
DS/B MINI S "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Charlotte NC Watch: SD & Exp II Posts: 961	Passion I believe the Sea-Dweller is the Ultimate Tool watch. If you are gonna spend your money...why settle __________________ 16600 Sea-Dweller 16570 Explorer II (White Dial)

29 December 2007, 12:16 PM	#17
waeleldasher "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Wael Location: CT, USA+Abu Dhabi Watch: 16610LV / 116520 Posts: 201	History, innovation, design, quality and after sale service. __________________ 16610LV 116520 116201 15200 16570

29 December 2007, 12:18 PM	#18
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	With me it would have to be the intense passion I've had for the brand over 3 long decades. I'd never go by what some celeb wears on the screen.....although, in all fairness, I would be thrilled if I saw one of my models (either Bluesy or Platty) being worn by someone in a magazine or on the screen. JJ __________________ 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!!

29 December 2007, 12:30 PM	#19
chuanlim Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: malaysia Posts: 132	because its a Rolex

29 December 2007, 12:30 PM	#20
Gerry "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Melbourne, Aus. Watch: Z Series 16613 Posts: 887	I've always wanted one but didn't think I'd ever get a Rolex. Like JJ, I'd be thrilled to see a celebrity wearing a TT Blue Sub. I got this because a friend of mine has one and it's a memorable looking watch> __________________

29 December 2007, 12:38 PM	#21
Transient "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 697	I love the history, the craftsmanship, the brand, I love it all. My Sub goes with me everywhere!!

29 December 2007, 01:35 PM	#22
DATEJUSTSS Banned Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Jesse Location: Central FLA Watch: GMT IIC Posts: 447	Yeah, I'm a Tara Reid fan all the way. That's why I bought two Rolexes...

29 December 2007, 01:37 PM	#23
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	needed a knuckle duster.

29 December 2007, 02:17 PM	#24
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	All the aforementioned. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

29 December 2007, 02:24 PM	#25
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Definitely passion! I've been into watches since I was a little girl. Rolex is the ultimate brand IMO, and from my experience, I prefer to wear Rolex over anything else. Craftsmanship, originality, beauty, etc....

29 December 2007, 03:09 PM	#26
Rawhyde Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Craig Location: NW Georgia Watch: Blue Sub+Tud Chron Posts: 834	I got my first one because I was fed up with disposable watches dying at a rate ot 2-3 per year. As I was researching the brand prior to my first one, I learned some of Rolex's history and I was impressed. Rolex used to be an agressive innovator, and their commitment to quality and timeless design were also strong factors in my decision. Rolexes change from year to year, but the changes are subtle. A Submariner from 40 years ago is definately recognizable as a Submariner. (In other words, they don't go out of style or look dated.) I wanted a watch that would last, AND wouldn't be the timekeeping equivilent of parachute pants and Member's Only jackets. That's why I bought a Rolex nearly 18 years ago. I bought the TT Blue Sub earlier this year because I'm fully confident in Rolex now, and I liked it! Rawhyde

29 December 2007, 03:23 PM	#27
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	For passion, for the horological significance of the brand (though I didn't know the meaning of that word before I started hanging around forums like this one :-p) and I just flat love watches. I've always wanted a Rollie, so I got one.

29 December 2007, 03:26 PM	#28
ezmoney46 Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: steve Location: florida Watch: several Posts: 711	I think Rolex has the best design and quality out there in the market. It must be, for those that can afford one or more than one it seems to be the watch of choice from what I've seen.

29 December 2007, 06:49 PM	#29
BlackpoolRolexCoaste Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: John T Location: Benidorm, Spain Watch: Blue sub & SS Sub Posts: 226	Because it's a classic, iconic design that is neither in fashion or out of fashion - it is beyond fashion. It is what it is.

29 December 2007, 06:55 PM	#30
SSD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Georgia Watch: Stainless Sub Date Posts: 3,023	For me it was definitely the passion. The feel, looks, and craftsmanship. __________________ SUBMARINER OWNERS' CLUB ESTABLISHED 1953 TRF Member # 5464

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