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CashGap · 18 June 2018, 01:09 AM

I'll start.

Less than 1% of Rolex owners know the reference number of their watch(es).

Maybe include a photo with each response? Here's my 116713 and morning beverage.

fdm79 · 18 June 2018, 01:13 AM

I do...

By heart.

dmash · 18 June 2018, 01:16 AM

What about the silly nicknames people seem intent on giving every new release?

brandrea · 18 June 2018, 01:18 AM

I think it’s higher than that on TRF

Quailhunter · 18 June 2018, 01:18 AM

Maybe that's because knowing the reference number simply isn't important to but 1% or much less of Rolex buyers. I'd guess less than 20% know the name on their watch, again, because it isn't important to them.

superdog · 18 June 2018, 01:18 AM

I’m not sure I understand.

Is this a game? What are you starting? Why would most owners want to know? They aren’t watch nerds like us.

And how do we actually know the statistics? This would be a tough game.

superdog · 18 June 2018, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmash

What about the silly nicknames people seem intent on giving every new release?

I’m so on the fence with those. Mostly, I just don’t care. I mean, it’s silly.

But, for some reason hulk works for me. When someone says Batman, I admit I don’t love it.

Again, I don’t care. But it weird how some sorta bug me, and some I love.

FTX I · 18 June 2018, 01:22 AM

Just the ones they own is no big deal. The whole sports line plus their calibers and all their previous models with their calibers you're entering true enthusiasts territory.

CashGap · 18 June 2018, 01:22 AM

OK, here's what I intended.

Next person post:

Less than 1% of Rolex owners know the name of the clasp on their watch(es)

Etc.

GradyPhilpott · 18 June 2018, 01:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quailhunter

Maybe that's because knowing the reference number simply isn't important to but 1% or much less of Rolex buyers. I'd guess less than 20% know the name on their watch, again, because it isn't important to them.

Reference numbers are useful when discussing the various iterations of a model through the years with some specificity, e.g., Submariners: 6200, 6204, 6205, 6536, 6536/1, 5508, 5510, 6538, 5512, 5513, 16800, 168000, 14060, 14060M, 114060, 16610, 116610, etc.

AK797 · 18 June 2018, 01:32 AM

I don't know my microwave ref number and boy do I get shunned on TMF.

FTX I · 18 June 2018, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

Reference numbers are useful when discussing the various iterations of a model through the years with some specificity, e.g., Submariners: 6200, 6204, 6205, 6536, 6536/1, 5508, 5510, 6538, 5512, 5513, 16800, 168000, 14060, 14060M, 114060, 16610, 116610, etc.

I look at that sequence and it makes me smile. How crazy one can be..

Rashid.bk · 18 June 2018, 01:38 AM

Where is this data point sourced from. Are we surveyed when buying a watch? Is this important for ownership.
How many people know the chassis code for their vehicle?

padi56 · 18 June 2018, 01:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I think it’s higher than that on TRF

Have to agree especially over the last few years,its now alignment points,lupe mania,constant checking time syndrome. Plus the other many syndromes the new Rolex watch owner has today,like will this or that go up if I buy this or that.Afraid today many new Rolex watch owners have no idea how a mechanical movement works, never mind knowing the reference numbers.Many today are far more interested in giving very childish names for Rolex watches I bet old Hans Wilsdorf turns and cringes in his grave.

Speedbird-1 · 18 June 2018, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

I don't know my microwave ref number and boy do I get shunned on TMF.

Speedbird-1 · 18 June 2018, 01:58 AM

[B]Less than 1% of Rolex owners know the reference number of their watch(es).QUOTE]

Why is it important.

Speedbird-1 · 18 June 2018, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Have to agree especially over the last few years,its now alignment points,lupe mania,constant checking time syndrome. Plus the other many syndromes the new Rolex watch owner has today,like will this or that go up if I buy this or that.Afraid today many new Rolex watch owners have no idea how a mechanical movement works, never mind knowing the reference numbers.Many today are far more interested in giving very childish names for Rolex watches I bet old Hans Wilsdorf turns and cringes in his grave.

Clockwise, I trust.

superdog · 18 June 2018, 02:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

I don't know my microwave ref number and boy do I get shunned on TMF.

Funniest post I’ve ever read.

superdog · 18 June 2018, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CashGap

OK, here's what I intended.

Next person post:

Less than 1% of Rolex owners know the name of the clasp on their watch(es)

Etc.

FWIW, while I think I might know what you are trying to do. This post clears things up not at all.

Justinmg · 18 June 2018, 02:09 AM

Less than 1% of Rolex owners....

Take watch selfies

Speedbird-1 · 18 June 2018, 02:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

I don't know my microwave ref number and boy do I get shunned on TMF.

Yeh, I heard they're a tough crew.
You're not allowed to discuss halogen, induction or gas hobs.
Friend of mine, mentioned a box of matches......banned, for life!

SearChart · 18 June 2018, 02:11 AM

less than 1% of Rolex owners know: How many microNewton meters of torque is needed to secure a bridge screw in a Rolex movement.

chloebear · 18 June 2018, 02:15 AM

I know my model numbers....but unfortunately none of mine have cool nicknames. I love the nicknames. Internally I referred to my white Milgauss as the BB8, hence my avatar.

FTX I · 18 June 2018, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SearChart

less than 1% of Rolex owners know: How many microNewton meters of torque is needed to secure a bridge screw in a Rolex movement.

We have a winner

Brew · 18 June 2018, 02:24 AM

I know some folks think speaking in special code lends specificity to their posts. Those same posts make my eyes glaze over, then get skipped. I'm ok not being a member of that minutia club.

Speedbird-1 · 18 June 2018, 02:24 AM

Fewer than 2% of owners know the correct height, in Uncia for the nomon,
on an 18"Dia sundial.

Speedbird-1 · 18 June 2018, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brew

I know some folks think speaking in special code lends specificity to their posts. Those same posts make my eyes glaze over, then get skipped. I'm ok not being a member of that minutia club.

It's, 'minutiae'.

swils8610 · 18 June 2018, 02:32 AM

Know their Rolex is an automatic movement and not battery powered. I witnessed this once. It was a gift and after not wearing it for a few days it had stopped working as he said, but after I shook it a few times it worked again! It must need a new battery. True story.

Brew · 18 June 2018, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lt Virgil Hilts

It's, 'minutiae'.

I think you have the plural of my singular noun. You're more typical, but required too many vowels in a row.

polaris72 · 18 June 2018, 02:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Have to agree especially over the last few years,its now alignment points,lupe mania,constant checking time syndrome. Plus the other many syndromes the new Rolex watch owner has today,like will this or that go up if I buy this or that.Afraid today many new Rolex watch owners have no idea how a mechanical movement works, never mind knowing the reference numbers.Many today are far more interested in giving very childish names for Rolex watches I bet old Hans Wilsdorf turns and cringes in his grave.

Sadly, you are right. It is a status symbol for many, possibly some who can not even afford them buy them anyway. Hence the zillion threads on small scratches, etc.

18 June 2018, 01:09 AM	#1
CashGap "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Blank Location: Romo Posts: 1,465	Fun fact: Less than 1% of Rolex owners I'll start. Less than 1% of Rolex owners know the reference number of their watch(es). Maybe include a photo with each response? Here's my 116713 and morning beverage. Attached Images

18 June 2018, 01:13 AM	#2
fdm79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Norway Posts: 931	I do... By heart. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 126710 BLRO - Rolex Submariner 116610 LV - Breitling Navitimer 01 Pan-American Bronze Limited Edition AB0121C4/Q605-447A - Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional 3861 (Sapphire) 310.30.42.50.01.002 - Omega Seamaster Diver 300M 41mm Ceramic (Blue) 212.30.41.20.03.001

18 June 2018, 01:18 AM	#6
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	I’m not sure I understand. Is this a game? What are you starting? Why would most owners want to know? They aren’t watch nerds like us. And how do we actually know the statistics? This would be a tough game. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

18 June 2018, 02:09 AM	#20
Justinmg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Justin Location: FL Watch: PO/EXPL Posts: 3,371	Less than 1% of Rolex owners.... Take watch selfies __________________ //////////////////////////////// Member of The Nylon Nation Does it do anything? It tells the time.

18 June 2018, 01:16 AM	#3
dmash Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA <> BKK Posts: 6,160	What about the silly nicknames people seem intent on giving every new release?

18 June 2018, 01:18 AM	#4
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	I think it’s higher than that on TRF

18 June 2018, 01:18 AM	#5
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	Maybe that's because knowing the reference number simply isn't important to but 1% or much less of Rolex buyers. I'd guess less than 20% know the name on their watch, again, because it isn't important to them.

18 June 2018, 01:22 AM	#8
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Just the ones they own is no big deal. The whole sports line plus their calibers and all their previous models with their calibers you're entering true enthusiasts territory.

18 June 2018, 01:32 AM	#11
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I don't know my microwave ref number and boy do I get shunned on TMF.

18 June 2018, 01:38 AM	#13
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	Where is this data point sourced from. Are we surveyed when buying a watch? Is this important for ownership. How many people know the chassis code for their vehicle?

18 June 2018, 01:58 AM	#16
Speedbird-1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Steve. Location: UK Posts: 6,473	[B]Less than 1% of Rolex owners know the reference number of their watch(es).QUOTE] Why is it important.

18 June 2018, 02:15 AM	#23
chloebear Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: USA Watch: Explorer Posts: 2,902	I know my model numbers....but unfortunately none of mine have cool nicknames. I love the nicknames. Internally I referred to my white Milgauss as the BB8, hence my avatar.

18 June 2018, 02:24 AM	#25
Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	I know some folks think speaking in special code lends specificity to their posts. Those same posts make my eyes glaze over, then get skipped. I'm ok not being a member of that minutia club.

18 June 2018, 02:32 AM	#28
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Know their Rolex is an automatic movement and not battery powered. I witnessed this once. It was a gift and after not wearing it for a few days it had stopped working as he said, but after I shook it a few times it worked again! It must need a new battery. True story.

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