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LuminousMaximus · 26 July 2013, 03:37 AM

Would you be in favor or not?

beshannon · 26 July 2013, 03:39 AM

I own two Rolex watches a Sub and a Daytona. My wife has a 177200 ladies Oyster Perpetual. I have the Milgauss on my short list . . .

I despise the cyclops, hate the way it breaks the symmetry of the dial and makes things look strange ant any angle when glancing at the watch.

I suspect a poll here and most purists would be in favor of keeping it. I am glad Rolex makes models without it.

landroverking · 26 July 2013, 03:41 AM

It's iconic needs to stay.

LuminousMaximus · 26 July 2013, 03:47 AM

I really want Rolex to be my first watch, but the Cyclops really does bug me. I have tried to like it but it's like a pimple that I want to pop.

Somone said that the AD can remove it but I want to purchase it the way it sits and keep it that way for years...

I'm sorry I really want to like it, but it doesn't make me smile.

At least I can still get a Sub with-out the Cyclops. But now I'm going to miss the date...

ecsub44 · 26 July 2013, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LuminousMaximus

I really want Rolex to be my first watch, but the Cyclops really does bug me. I have tried to like it but it's like a pimple that I want to pop.

Somone said that the AD can remove it but I want to purchase it the way it sits and keep it that way for years...

I'm sorry I really want to like it, but it doesn't make me smile.

At least I can still get a Sub with-out the Cyclops. But now I'm going to miss the date...

Buy a SeaDweller!

Jocke · 26 July 2013, 03:53 AM

I use to do it by myself, it's very easy to do.

I start with my cyclop remover kit.

Pull it up in my full size Bergeon case holder.

And start the work.

Damn, Rolex have quality glue so I have to warm it up a bit.

Now I hope it will come off.

Ouups, not so good.

What do you think, did I have to change crystal? Or can it
be polished?

Ted Shred · 26 July 2013, 03:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

No worries, that'll buff right out!

Pup · 26 July 2013, 04:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ted Shred

No worries, that'll buff right out!

Now that's funny!

....As we say in this part of the country: "Sledgehammer mechanics".

Poll: Cyclops with a date function...as others have stated: Iconic.

threemonkeys · 26 July 2013, 05:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ted Shred

No worries, that'll buff right out!

X2. Remember to pressure test, though.

Cyclops for me. My eyesight isn't what it used to be.

DJJon · 26 July 2013, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

I use to do it by myself, it's very easy to do.

I start with my cyclop remover kit.

Pull it up in my full size Bergeon case holder.

And start the work.

Damn, Rolex have quality glue so I have to warm it up a bit.

Now I hope it will come off.

Ouups, not so good.

What do you think, did I have to change crystal? Or can it
be polished?

I see the mighty Jocke wears a Seiko when handling de-cyclopification heavy machinery !

Jocke your photo shoots are legendary. Thanks for every one of them !

Chainring · 26 July 2013, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

I use to do it by myself, it's very easy to do.

I start with my cyclop remover kit.

Pull it up in my full size Bergeon case holder.

And start the work.

Damn, Rolex have quality glue so I have to warm it up a bit.

Now I hope it will come off.

Ouups, not so good.

What do you think, did I have to change crystal? Or can it
be polished?

There's really nothing a ball peen hammer and a blow torch can't fix. A lil Polywatch and she'll be good as new!

Billywiz · 26 July 2013, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

I use to do it by myself, it's very easy to do.

I start with my cyclop remover kit.

Pull it up in my full size Bergeon case holder.

And start the work.

Damn, Rolex have quality glue so I have to warm it up a bit.

Now I hope it will come off.

Ouups, not so good.

What do you think, did I have to change crystal? Or can it
be polished?

OMG...that was like watching the exorcist when I was about 16... Horrific!

s14roller · 26 July 2013, 03:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by landroverking

It's iconic needs to stay.

Agreed. I love it on mine.

DJJon · 26 July 2013, 07:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by landroverking

It's iconic needs to stay.

BINGO. We have a Winner!

It's a Rolex thing. Anyone can remove it or pay a guy or buy a no cyclops AM crystal and have a watchmaker install it, but very few ever do.

I mean, if you don't want your Rolex to follow traditional Rolex lineage of styling, why not ask them to offer a 3rd bracelet style too, and really make a Rolex look like a Bulova?

jbsmith · 26 July 2013, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by landroverking

It's iconic needs to stay.

X2.

horseco · 26 July 2013, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by landroverking

It's iconic needs to stay.

Agreed...

ecsub44 · 26 July 2013, 03:52 AM

I didn't vote.

I don't buy watches with a date function. Therefore I don't need a cyclops.

Whatever Rolex would choose to do wouldn't impact me.

Frosty · 26 July 2013, 04:00 AM

Maybe, a little super glue mixed with WD40?

LA_LEC · 26 July 2013, 04:06 AM

The technology certainly exists to merge the cyclops into the crystal or make it unnecessary but why? The technology exists to simply look at your smart phone for the time, weather, and stock reports all at a glance...so why even wear a watch at all?

Why keep the cyclops...it looks great! Simple as that!

Maxy · 26 July 2013, 04:09 AM

Cyclops was the one which was deterring me from buying a Rolex..luckily Sub comes without a date and no cyclops.

StanT · 26 July 2013, 04:10 AM

I am in favor of keeping them!

CWIN · 26 July 2013, 04:16 AM

I agree that the Cyclops is iconic. Would be nice if it were an option to have it or not.

akira23 · 26 July 2013, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cwin

i agree that the cyclops is iconic. Would be nice if it were an option to have it or not.

+1.....

Piloto · 26 July 2013, 04:18 AM

Keep it.

IMHO, many of us Rolex guys are getting to be a little older. With this, goes the eyesight.

Look... Back in my military days, I had 20/15 vision. Now I'm pushing 20/25, but the arms are having to stretch out to see close in. The cyclops really helps with this. Lots more older folks wearing the Rolex than younger ones. We need the help. ;-) As for you younger guys, you will want the cyclops when you DO get older.

Add to this, the cyclops is part of "the look" IMHO.

As someone else stated, if you don't like it, buy a no-date or a sea dweller.

Jocke... PRICELESS. Thanks for the laugh!

Chainring · 26 July 2013, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Piloto

Keep it.

IMHO, many of us Rolex guys are getting to be a little older. With this, goes the eyesight.

Look... Back in my military days, I had 20/15 vision. Now I'm pushing 20/25, but the arms are having to stretch out to see close in. The cyclops really helps with this. Lots more older folks wearing the Rolex than younger ones. We need the help. ;-) As for you younger guys, you will want the cyclops when you DO get older.

Add to this, the cyclops is part of "the look" IMHO.

As someone else stated, if you don't like it, buy a no-date or a sea dweller.

Jocke... PRICELESS. Thanks for the laugh!

Exactly! Even with the cyclops I'm struggling these days. Old eyes - mind of 20 year old.

Bangel · 26 July 2013, 09:17 AM

In the poll I went for the option of having an option.

Failing that, Jocke's 92% full PM inbox will be inundated with requests by non cyclops lovers to work his magic on their watches.

Trouble15 · 26 July 2013, 04:23 AM

Jocke

RUpanerai · 26 July 2013, 04:35 AM

I vote no Cyclops... not a huge fan of the distortion and love the plainer look.

KBM · 26 July 2013, 04:42 AM

I have been told that, in the ceramic models, a special tool in required to swap the crystal for another one without a cyclops. Can anyone confirm this? I always thought it would be a simple matter of buying a crystal for an 114060 and having it installed in my 116610.

Jack T · 26 July 2013, 04:48 AM

Personally, I can live without the cyclops, but as a design feature, Rolex should keep it.

View Poll Results: Rolex Cyclops Vote to be viewed by Rolex Executives
Remove Cyclops	27	14.14%
Keep Cyclops	110	57.59%
Option on every watch with or without	36	18.85%
Have magnification imbedded into crystal for smooth crystal and magnification	10	5.24%
Simply make numbers slightly bigger, no cyclops	8	4.19%
Voters: 191. You may not vote on this poll

26 July 2013, 03:37 AM	#1
LuminousMaximus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Watch: me hit Huge Lotto Posts: 6,512	If Rolex took a poll to remove Cyclops... Would you be in favor or not?

26 July 2013, 03:39 AM	#2
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I own two Rolex watches a Sub and a Daytona. My wife has a 177200 ladies Oyster Perpetual. I have the Milgauss on my short list . . . I despise the cyclops, hate the way it breaks the symmetry of the dial and makes things look strange ant any angle when glancing at the watch. I suspect a poll here and most purists would be in favor of keeping it. I am glad Rolex makes models without it. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

26 July 2013, 03:53 AM	#6
Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	I use to do it by myself, it's very easy to do. I start with my cyclop remover kit. Pull it up in my full size Bergeon case holder. And start the work. Damn, Rolex have quality glue so I have to warm it up a bit. Now I hope it will come off. Ouups, not so good. What do you think, did I have to change crystal? Or can it be polished? __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

26 July 2013, 03:52 AM	#17
ecsub44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Watch: Sub Posts: 3,175	I didn't vote. I don't buy watches with a date function. Therefore I don't need a cyclops. Whatever Rolex would choose to do wouldn't impact 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

26 July 2013, 03:41 AM	#3
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	It's iconic needs to stay.

26 July 2013, 03:47 AM	#4
LuminousMaximus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Watch: me hit Huge Lotto Posts: 6,512	I really want Rolex to be my first watch, but the Cyclops really does bug me. I have tried to like it but it's like a pimple that I want to pop. Somone said that the AD can remove it but I want to purchase it the way it sits and keep it that way for years... I'm sorry I really want to like it, but it doesn't make me smile. At least I can still get a Sub with-out the Cyclops. But now I'm going to miss the date...

26 July 2013, 04:00 AM	#18
Frosty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: So Cal Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 5,087	Maybe, a little super glue mixed with WD40?

26 July 2013, 04:06 AM	#19
LA_LEC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,793	The technology certainly exists to merge the cyclops into the crystal or make it unnecessary but why? The technology exists to simply look at your smart phone for the time, weather, and stock reports all at a glance...so why even wear a watch at all? Why keep the cyclops...it looks great! Simple as that! __________________ 16610 ♛ 16610LV ♛ 214270 MK2 "Life is far too short not to wear a Rolex!"

26 July 2013, 04:09 AM	#20
Maxy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: TX Watch: Daytona Posts: 3,231	Cyclops was the one which was deterring me from buying a Rolex..luckily Sub comes without a date and no cyclops.

26 July 2013, 04:10 AM	#21
StanT "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Tulsa Posts: 7	I am in favor of keeping them!

26 July 2013, 04:16 AM	#22
CWIN "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Chris Location: San Diego Watch: Patek, AP, Rolex Posts: 4,449	I agree that the Cyclops is iconic. Would be nice if it were an option to have it or not.

26 July 2013, 04:18 AM	#24
Piloto "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: My overnight bag Watch: 16613 & 116710BLNR Posts: 572	Keep it. IMHO, many of us Rolex guys are getting to be a little older. With this, goes the eyesight. Look... Back in my military days, I had 20/15 vision. Now I'm pushing 20/25, but the arms are having to stretch out to see close in. The cyclops really helps with this. Lots more older folks wearing the Rolex than younger ones. We need the help. ;-) As for you younger guys, you will want the cyclops when you DO get older. Add to this, the cyclops is part of "the look" IMHO. As someone else stated, if you don't like it, buy a no-date or a sea dweller. Jocke... PRICELESS. Thanks for the laugh!

26 July 2013, 09:17 AM	#26
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	In the poll I went for the option of having an option. Failing that, Jocke's 92% full PM inbox will be inundated with requests by non cyclops lovers to work his magic on their watches.

26 July 2013, 04:23 AM	#27
Trouble15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: USA Watch: A few Posts: 8,884	Jocke

26 July 2013, 04:35 AM	#28
RUpanerai "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Brian Location: NJ Watch: Pam Patek Rolex AP Posts: 794	I vote no Cyclops... not a huge fan of the distortion and love the plainer look.

26 July 2013, 04:42 AM	#29
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	I have been told that, in the ceramic models, a special tool in required to swap the crystal for another one without a cyclops. Can anyone confirm this? I always thought it would be a simple matter of buying a crystal for an 114060 and having it installed in my 116610.

26 July 2013, 04:48 AM	#30
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Personally, I can live without the cyclops, but as a design feature, Rolex should keep it. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

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