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Duffnut · 30 April 2013, 07:52 AM

Hi,

First of all, thanks to those of you who have helped me so far to find a special gift for my partners 50th birthday....thank you!

I've narrowed it down to two watches and I need your expert opinions to help me choose....the Rolex or Heuer?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Heue...71184747540%26

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ROLEX-OYSTER...item460ecf2de8

I would appreciate your views and comments on the watches above.

Many thanks for your time.

swils8610 · 30 April 2013, 07:59 AM

This is a Rolex forum.......I'm gonna say Rolex!!!!

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FeelingTheBlues · 30 April 2013, 07:59 AM

If I only go by the looks the Heuer chronograph has my vote and the description of the item only helps to confirm my choice. I personally wouldn't go with the Rolex as it looks like it has been over polished (I could be wrong but it does look like it to me) and I wouldn't like to have one with a custom dial (had it been a factory one I would have preferred it).

Of course, it would always depend on what you think your partner will prefer but I would go with the Heuer. Do keep in mind that at 34mm and 35mm those are midsize watches and although I personally think those sizes are amazing it might not be everybody's case. As well, you should make sure that he likes vintage watches and doesn't prefer newer ones.

caryyee · 30 April 2013, 08:03 AM

If looking new, I'd say Rolex.

But since you're looking at vintage, of the two in the links, I'd go for the Heuer! Lovely looking watch!

tedscott3 · 30 April 2013, 08:10 AM

I always prefer Rolex, but between those 2 I like the Tag way better.

mcavana · 30 April 2013, 08:14 AM

hard to say.... honestly if I were you I would keep looking.

HL65 · 30 April 2013, 08:14 AM

Thread corrected as you don't have a Tag among your selection but a vintage Heuer. Between the 2 watches I also prefer the Heuer. However I would recommend doing a search and looking at some other references unless you are set on one of these. Happy hunting...Cheers,

nauticajoe · 30 April 2013, 08:16 AM

Of the two, the Tag gets my vote. Not a fan of diamonds on my dial.

Good luck!

The Joker · 30 April 2013, 08:17 AM

Heuer looks much nicer. And since you are in the UK and so is the Heuer. The Rolex is in Cali and you may get stung with import duty.

I'd want to know if the Heuer keep consistent good time.

A.Sharp · 30 April 2013, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by caryyee

if looking new, i'd say rolex.

But since you're looking at vintage, of the two in the links, i'd go for the heuer! Lovely looking watch!

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Kidcool · 30 April 2013, 08:18 AM

A watch can be so subjective. If i were buying for another person, I would be really careful about buying them a watch to begin with, especially a preowned one.

I would talk to your partner first and see what your partner wants.

nsumner · 30 April 2013, 08:18 AM

Heuer if I had to choose between those two. That being rather have a Rolex, just not the one pictured.

Keyser Soze · 30 April 2013, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by A.Sharp

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Roller07 · 30 April 2013, 08:25 AM

Given a choice between those, I would pick the vintage Heuer. It's a really great looking watch and I don't like diamonds on men's watches.

Director EDTF · 30 April 2013, 08:38 AM

Heuer has my vote! I don't particularly care for the diamonds or the dial on the selected Rolex. Make sure you've checked your seller as there are many scams on eBay.

Tools · 30 April 2013, 09:16 AM

That Heuer is a beauty.. The Rolex is nice too but I simply do not care for champagne dials...

FremStar · 30 April 2013, 09:18 AM

Interesting choices! Good luck with your decision!

ggbjr · 30 April 2013, 09:22 AM

Never thought I'd say it but in this case, the Heuer.

Hazelnut · 30 April 2013, 09:27 AM

Heuer is the nicer choice. But ultimately you should ask your partner!

77T · 30 April 2013, 09:42 AM

The Rolex has many issues especially the dial. The Heuer is more pleasing but did you note it is a manual wind model?

If that does not matter, the Heuer is the nicer one.

Sam Philip · 30 April 2013, 09:45 AM

I prefer the Heuer

apeogre · 30 April 2013, 09:46 AM

That Heuer is one great looking watch! Rolex, very blah in comparison.

Hairdude1 · 30 April 2013, 09:49 AM

Heuer

Sherwooddavid · 30 April 2013, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sam Philip

I prefer the Heuer

Me too !

wokafu · 30 April 2013, 09:52 AM

tag...

Rags · 30 April 2013, 09:54 AM

The Heuer looks mint & gets my vote..

ecsub44 · 30 April 2013, 09:55 AM

Given those two to choose from...I'd go with the Heuer.

Or...maybe get the Rolex and change out the dial. Diamonds are not for me.

springer · 30 April 2013, 09:56 AM

Heuer for me.

Cesium133 · 30 April 2013, 09:56 AM

Heuer. Hope your partner likes it!

mrhy · 30 April 2013, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tedscott3

I always prefer Rolex, but between those 2 I like the Tag way better.

Pre tag much better.....................

30 April 2013, 07:52 AM	#1
Duffnut Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: London Posts: 15	Rolex or Heuer? Hi, First of all, thanks to those of you who have helped me so far to find a special gift for my partners 50th birthday....thank you! I've narrowed it down to two watches and I need your expert opinions to help me choose....the Rolex or Heuer? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Heue...71184747540%26 http://www.ebay.com/itm/ROLEX-OYSTER...item460ecf2de8 I would appreciate your views and comments on the watches above. Many thanks for your time.

30 April 2013, 07:59 AM	#3
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	If I only go by the looks the Heuer chronograph has my vote and the description of the item only helps to confirm my choice. I personally wouldn't go with the Rolex as it looks like it has been over polished (I could be wrong but it does look like it to me) and I wouldn't like to have one with a custom dial (had it been a factory one I would have preferred it). Of course, it would always depend on what you think your partner will prefer but I would go with the Heuer. Do keep in mind that at 34mm and 35mm those are midsize watches and although I personally think those sizes are amazing it might not be everybody's case. As well, you should make sure that he likes vintage watches and doesn't prefer newer ones. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

30 April 2013, 08:14 AM	#7
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Thread corrected as you don't have a Tag among your selection but a vintage Heuer. Between the 2 watches I also prefer the Heuer. However I would recommend doing a search and looking at some other references unless you are set on one of these. Happy hunting...Cheers, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

30 April 2013, 09:16 AM	#16
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	That Heuer is a beauty.. The Rolex is nice too but I simply do not care for champagne dials... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

30 April 2013, 09:18 AM	#17
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Interesting choices! Good luck with your decision! __________________ "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not of the pocket!" "A Watch Is An Emotional Object, And So, It Is The Responsibility Of The Brand To Create Emotion Through It's Products" - Georges Kern "In the 1950s and 60s, they made the Ref 8171, which is a cult collectible—now that’s the ultimate Rolex you could own with a calendar and a moon phase.” - John Reardon "Heh, heh, heh..." - Michael Kilyung

30 April 2013, 07:59 AM	#2
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,210	This is a Rolex forum.......I'm gonna say Rolex!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

30 April 2013, 08:03 AM	#4
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	If looking new, I'd say Rolex. But since you're looking at vintage, of the two in the links, I'd go for the Heuer! Lovely looking watch!

30 April 2013, 08:10 AM	#5
tedscott3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: San Diego Watch: 116610LV Posts: 572	I always prefer Rolex, but between those 2 I like the Tag way better.

30 April 2013, 08:14 AM	#6
mcavana Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Mikey Location: Jacksonville, fl Watch: 16610 Posts: 247	hard to say.... honestly if I were you I would keep looking.

30 April 2013, 08:16 AM	#8
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Of the two, the Tag gets my vote. Not a fan of diamonds on my dial. Good luck!

30 April 2013, 08:17 AM	#9
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Heuer looks much nicer. And since you are in the UK and so is the Heuer. The Rolex is in Cali and you may get stung with import duty. I'd want to know if the Heuer keep consistent good time.

30 April 2013, 08:18 AM	#11
Kidcool "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alabama Posts: 162	A watch can be so subjective. If i were buying for another person, I would be really careful about buying them a watch to begin with, especially a preowned one. I would talk to your partner first and see what your partner wants.

30 April 2013, 08:18 AM	#12
nsumner "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Nathaniel Location: Wisconsin Watch: 5513 Posts: 1,991	Heuer if I had to choose between those two. That being rather have a Rolex, just not the one pictured.

30 April 2013, 08:25 AM	#14
Roller07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: GMT -5 Watch: HulkPepsiCoke Posts: 2,364	Given a choice between those, I would pick the vintage Heuer. It's a really great looking watch and I don't like diamonds on men's watches.

30 April 2013, 08:38 AM	#15
Director EDTF 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Nelson Location: Central, NJ Posts: 2,466	Heuer has my vote! I don't particularly care for the diamonds or the dial on the selected Rolex. Make sure you've checked your seller as there are many scams on eBay.

30 April 2013, 09:22 AM	#18
ggbjr "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Raleigh Posts: 34	Never thought I'd say it but in this case, the Heuer.

30 April 2013, 09:27 AM	#19
Hazelnut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: David Location: Los Angeles Watch: SubC Date Posts: 242	Heuer is the nicer choice. But ultimately you should ask your partner!

30 April 2013, 09:42 AM	#20
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,015	The Rolex has many issues especially the dial. The Heuer is more pleasing but did you note it is a manual wind model? If that does not matter, the Heuer is the nicer one. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

30 April 2013, 09:45 AM	#21
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	I prefer the Heuer

30 April 2013, 09:46 AM	#22
apeogre "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: No Clue Posts: 586	That Heuer is one great looking watch! Rolex, very blah in comparison.

30 April 2013, 09:49 AM	#23
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Heuer

30 April 2013, 09:52 AM	#25
wokafu "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: SM300+14060M Posts: 2,012	tag... __________________ 14060M SM300 PAM000 Poljot-BAIKAL G Shock

30 April 2013, 09:54 AM	#26
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	The Heuer looks mint & gets my vote.. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

30 April 2013, 09:55 AM	#27
ecsub44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Watch: Sub Posts: 3,175	Given those two to choose from...I'd go with the Heuer. Or...maybe get the Rolex and change out the dial. Diamonds are not for me. __________________ *侘寂 -- wabi-sabi --* acceptance of transience and imperfection by finding beauty in that which is imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete Commissioner of WEIRD POLICE , Badge # ecsub44

30 April 2013, 09:56 AM	#28
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	Heuer for me. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

30 April 2013, 09:56 AM	#29
Cesium133 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Posts: 2,037	Heuer. Hope your partner likes it!

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