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Rotaz · 16 August 2019, 07:11 AM

What are your thoughts? Do you guys feel it’s meh because of it being a quartz watch? I like the design and considering to pick one up.

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Blansky · 16 August 2019, 07:40 AM

Some people don't care but personally I don't want a quartz watch except maybe a G shock.

ronricks · 16 August 2019, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Blansky

Some people don't care but personally I don't want a quartz watch except maybe a G shock.

The movement in an Oysterquartz is nothing like the one in a G shock. People just don’t understand the OQ and it’s over engineered movement.

sokoloka · 16 August 2019, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Rotaz

What are your thoughts? Do you guys feel it’s meh because of it being a quartz watch? I like the design and considering to pick one up.

If you like the design then go for it. Doesn't do it for me in the slightest however.

ian.thomas · 16 August 2019, 07:54 AM

Love them! Love the design and that it's a Rolex quartz, which no one expects.

I don't own one, but every 6 months I go on a shopping adventure to see what's out there and for how much.

edit: I forgot to mention, back in the late '80s, one of my friend's dad had a two tone OQ ... I thought it was the coolest.

offrdmania · 16 August 2019, 07:56 AM

Probably one of the nicest quartz movements out there. It was way ahead of its time.

cop414 · 16 August 2019, 08:02 AM

Love them, I wish that they’d bring them back... Tudor are you listening?

Dr. Robert · 16 August 2019, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by cop414

Love them, I wish that they’d bring them back... Tudor are you listening?

Me too

pickettt · 16 August 2019, 08:26 AM

I don’t care for them. I’m fine with quartz, I just don’t like the Oysterquartz.

Old Expat Beast · 16 August 2019, 08:29 AM

More R&D went into its movement than most and it was on the market longer than most. But not too many people seem to understand the hybrid workings of this 11-jewel marvel, sadly. Not many Rolex references get a 25-year run like the OQ 17xxx models did, though.

Rotaz · 16 August 2019, 08:48 AM

Yea I’m not too thrilled for quartz movement (as they are perceived as “cheap” watches but I do like the integrated bracelet reminds of my grail watch the Royal Oak Genta design.

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Chewbacca · 16 August 2019, 09:01 AM

If you love Rolex for their ruggedness, case design, service network, universal wearability, and history - buy one.

If you think every beer should be an overly hoppy IPA to be a good beer, don't.

Sorry, if you think every Rolex should be an automatic to be a good (real) Rolex, don't.

And don't worry about the servicing propaganda. They're fully serviceable by RSC and quality indy techs at reasonable prices.

Have fun picking one out.

Number3 · 16 August 2019, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Rotaz

Yea I’m not too thrilled for quartz movement (as they are perceived as “cheap” watches but I do like the integrated bracelet reminds of my grail watch the Royal Oak Genta design.

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I’m pretty sure that’s because Genta had a hand in the design. I think it was a follow on from the Texan.

https://www.qpmagazine.com/long-read...uet-royal-oak/

chicagowatchman · 16 August 2019, 09:22 AM

I think the quartz watch is awesome

Mr.Rolex1 · 16 August 2019, 09:57 AM

Not for me

JP. · 16 August 2019, 09:58 AM

I always liked the bracelet which was quite unique.

PS: Here's an interesting site devoted to this model.
https://www.oysterquartz.net/

Rags · 16 August 2019, 10:06 AM

My Tag Heuers satisfy my quartz desires..LOL

maverick · 16 August 2019, 10:56 AM

The 1700s are beauties and I would love to own one.

173rdabn · 16 August 2019, 11:08 AM

Never warmed up to the case shape, especially the lugs. Functionally, a great watch.

locutus49 · 16 August 2019, 11:17 AM

I don't care for the look. But each to their own.

air993 · 16 August 2019, 12:52 PM

I have one and love it. I get lots of compliments on it. Great watch!

GradyPhilpott · 16 August 2019, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Rotaz

What are your thoughts? Do you guys feel it’s meh because of it being a quartz watch? I like the design and considering to pick one up.

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There is nothing "meh" about the OysterQuartz and while I currently prefer mechanical pieces, quartz has a lot going for it, especially Rolex quartz.

I like the styling quite a lot, though it will be unlikely that I'll ever acquire one, due to a move toward new priorities.

watchmavan · 16 August 2019, 02:53 PM

They can be no more appropriate answer than... NO.

IF I was going to get a quartz then I'd go fit something like the new Edifice slim model with Bluetooth etc.

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jimcameron · 16 August 2019, 06:17 PM

Love quartz watches. But I would not pay a premium to have ROLEX on the dial.

Andad · 16 August 2019, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by jimcameron

Love quartz watches. But I would not pay a premium to have ROLEX on the dial.

???....

It’s not just the ‘Rolex’ on the dial.

Show me the movement in one of your quartz watches Jim?

ian.thomas · 17 August 2019, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

???....

It’s not just the ‘Rolex’ on the dial.

WOW! Looks great!

Rotaz · 17 August 2019, 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

???....

It’s not just the ‘Rolex’ on the dial.

Show me the movement in one of your quartz watches Jim?

Movement looks nice for quartz!

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jimcameron · 17 August 2019, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

???....

Show me the movement in one of your quartz watches Jim?

Enjoy your quartz Rolex in good health. But at the end of the day, it is one worn out battery away from only being on time twice a day. If you enjoy the sophistication of the Rolex quartz movement, that's great. For me, neither the "modern" angles, nor the movement warrant more than the $200 competition.

mank1962 · 16 August 2019, 07:18 PM

I had several: sometimes they run 1-2 sec wrong per 6 months sometimes 5-6 sec wrong 1 month
too small for me
spare parts are not to find so easy today, but this electronic module was still available from RSC 1 year ago

I like the sound of the movement: tack... tack ... tack

MikeyV · 17 August 2019, 02:48 AM

I love the look of them. I'd probably buy one if I set out to.

They'd be cooler if they were automatic, just my opinion.

16 August 2019, 07:11 AM	#1
Rotaz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Bay Area / OC Posts: 50	Thoughts on oysterquartz? What are your thoughts? Do you guys feel it’s meh because of it being a quartz watch? I like the design and considering to pick one up. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 August 2019, 07:54 AM	#5
ian.thomas 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,361	Love them! Love the design and that it's a Rolex quartz, which no one expects. I don't own one, but every 6 months I go on a shopping adventure to see what's out there and for how much. edit: I forgot to mention, back in the late '80s, one of my friend's dad had a two tone OQ ... I thought it was the coolest. __________________ You're asking me how a watch works. For now, let’s just keep an eye on the time.

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16 August 2019, 08:29 AM	#10
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,825	More R&D went into its movement than most and it was on the market longer than most. But not too many people seem to understand the hybrid workings of this 11-jewel marvel, sadly. Not many Rolex references get a 25-year run like the OQ 17xxx models did, though. __________________ _______________________

16 August 2019, 07:40 AM	#2
Blansky 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: swmnpoolsmovie* Posts: 9,809	Some people don't care but personally I don't want a quartz watch except maybe a G shock.

16 August 2019, 08:26 AM	#9
pickettt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California Watch: Shiny One Posts: 5,450	I don’t care for them. I’m fine with quartz, I just don’t like the Oysterquartz.

16 August 2019, 08:48 AM	#11
Rotaz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Bay Area / OC Posts: 50	Yea I’m not too thrilled for quartz movement (as they are perceived as “cheap” watches but I do like the integrated bracelet reminds of my grail watch the Royal Oak Genta design. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 August 2019, 09:01 AM	#12
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	If you love Rolex for their ruggedness, case design, service network, universal wearability, and history - buy one. If you think every beer should be an overly hoppy IPA to be a good beer, don't. Sorry, if you think every Rolex should be an automatic to be a good (real) Rolex, don't. And don't worry about the servicing propaganda. They're fully serviceable by RSC and quality indy techs at reasonable prices. Have fun picking one out.

16 August 2019, 09:22 AM	#14
chicagowatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicago IL Watch: Platinum DDMasterp Posts: 1,983	I think the quartz watch is awesome __________________ Men's Platinum Day Date Masterpiece Men's 18k Day Date Crown Collection Men's Franck Muller 18k Conquistador Cortez Men's SS Cartier Pasha MEMBER # 5534 USA CHICAGO IL

16 August 2019, 09:57 AM	#15
Mr.Rolex1 Banned Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Mike Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Submariner Posts: 1,197	Not for me

16 August 2019, 09:58 AM	#16
JP. "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Juho Location: Finland Watch: Submariner 16610 Posts: 1,914	I always liked the bracelet which was quite unique. PS: Here's an interesting site devoted to this model. https://www.oysterquartz.net/ __________________ My Luxury Watch Reviews Blog

16 August 2019, 10:06 AM	#17
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	My Tag Heuers satisfy my quartz desires..LOL __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

16 August 2019, 10:56 AM	#18
maverick Banned Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: maverick Location: Prescott Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,180	The 1700s are beauties and I would love to own one.

16 August 2019, 11:08 AM	#19
173rdabn 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: George Location: Cape Cod Watch: 216570 Explorer II Posts: 2,421	Never warmed up to the case shape, especially the lugs. Functionally, a great watch.

16 August 2019, 11:17 AM	#20
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	I don't care for the look. But each to their own.

16 August 2019, 12:52 PM	#21
air993 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Lucas Location: louisiana Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 21	I have one and love it. I get lots of compliments on it. Great watch!

16 August 2019, 02:53 PM	#23
watchmavan Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Real Name: Michael Location: Melbourne, Aust Watch: Polar 16570 Posts: 1,185	Thoughts on oysterquartz? They can be no more appropriate answer than... NO. IF I was going to get a quartz then I'd go fit something like the new Edifice slim model with Bluetooth etc. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

16 August 2019, 06:17 PM	#24
jimcameron "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ByDawns Earlylite Watch: 16800 Posts: 3,580	Love quartz watches. But I would not pay a premium to have ROLEX on the dial.

16 August 2019, 07:18 PM	#29
mank1962 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Hannover Posts: 83	I had several: sometimes they run 1-2 sec wrong per 6 months sometimes 5-6 sec wrong 1 month too small for me spare parts are not to find so easy today, but this electronic module was still available from RSC 1 year ago I like the sound of the movement: tack... tack ... tack

17 August 2019, 02:48 AM	#30
MikeyV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Mike Location: N. California Watch: DateJust 41 TT Posts: 549	I love the look of them. I'd probably buy one if I set out to. They'd be cooler if they were automatic, just my opinion.

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