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JJ Irani · 25 February 2007, 04:35 AM

Hi guys,

Okay, some fun time!!

Sure, we all love our Rollies....I know I do!!

But there's got to be some feature about it, some aspect, anything that really turns you on!!

So which feature gets you the most?

I voted for the dial....they never cease to amaze me.

Vote with comments please!

Thanks - JJ

greenfan · 25 February 2007, 04:46 AM

My bezel. It's black and red gives some "color" to my watch and works to monitor second and third time zone...

JJ Irani · 25 February 2007, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by greenfan

My bezel. It's black and red gives some "color" to my watch and works to monitor second and third time zone...

Agreed!!

Dan Pierce · 25 February 2007, 04:46 AM

If I had to choose one it would be the cyclops. It's an iconic feature. The GMT bezel would be a close second.
dP

JJ Irani · 25 February 2007, 04:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dpierce84@insightbb.

If I had to choose one it would be the cyclops. It's an iconic feature. The GMT bezel would be a close second.
dP

Fair comment, Dan. Thanks!!

WERNERTURNER · 25 February 2007, 04:52 AM

There is nothing like the oyster bracelet...always copied...never duplicated.

JJ Irani · 25 February 2007, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by WERNERTURNER

There is nothing like the oyster bracelet...always copied...never duplicated.

Absolutely, Dave....the bracelet is a cracker!!

mike · 25 February 2007, 05:06 AM

JJ, I don't see a feature for me--or maybe all of them.

I like the fact that the design is "timeless". A 30 year old Rolex bears a striking resemblance to it's modern sibling. (Excluding some of the blingly offerings of late.)
Sure there have been changes to dials, bracelets, movements etc... but Rolex has stuck to it's guns over the years.

That coupled with the ability of the brand to function in most any condition I'm apt to expose a watch to, and the great history of the marquis has made it my watch of choice for many many years.

JJ Irani · 25 February 2007, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Well what I fascinate/admire in Rolex today is not anything cosmetic, but what I admire most is the Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf, and the real true Rolex history behind this great business man.What he has done to make Rolex today the most recognised brand in the world.And although in reality Rolex did not invent everything,related to watches in this world today.What they did invent was sheer marketing brilliance,and a good well respected product, and thats what myself personally admire most today the Rolex brand the history.

Well in reality the present day oyster bracelet, is a solid link
steel copy, of the original stretch link oyster bracelet.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

JJ, I don't see a feature for me--or maybe all of them.

I like the fact that the design is "timeless". A 30 year old Rolex bears a striking resemblance to it's modern sibling. (Excluding some of the blingly offerings of late.)
Sure there have been changes to dials, bracelets, movements etc... but Rolex has stuck to it's guns over the years.

That coupled with the ability of the brand to function in most any condition I'm apt to expose a watch to, and the great history of the marquis has made it my watch of choice for many many years.

Great replies, Padi and Mike. I fully agree with what both of you have said.

I was merely trying to concentrate on the physical aspect of the watch actually!!

padi56 · 25 February 2007, 05:02 AM

Well what I fascinate/admire in Rolex today is not anything cosmetic, but what I admire most is the Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf, and the real true Rolex history behind this great business man.What he has done to make Rolex today the most recognised brand in the world.And although in reality Rolex did not invent everything,related to watches in this world today.What they did invent was sheer marketing brilliance,and a good well respected product, and thats what myself personally admire most today the Rolex brand the history.

Quote:

Originally Posted by WERNERTURNER

There is nothing like the oyster bracelet...always copied...never duplicated.

Well in reality the present day oyster bracelet, is a solid link
steel copy, of the original stretch link oyster bracelet.

karwath · 25 February 2007, 05:12 AM

Ultimately its the entire package -- one cannot separate the bezel from the dial, etc.

Given the choice, I voted for the dial, because so many of the rolex models have dials that are well designed, relatively simple and timeless. I really like the crisp white dial of my EXP II. I also like the dial of the SS/PL yachtmaster.

Some of the jeweled Rolex models are obviously the exception to this.

Dimitris · 25 February 2007, 06:14 AM

The movement!

President · 25 February 2007, 06:20 AM

The quality:quantity ratio.

Prince · 25 February 2007, 07:18 AM

The dials. I LOVE the dials!!!

tonelar · 25 February 2007, 08:08 AM

what do you click if you're just blown away by the relaibility / ruggedness of the brand?

Prince · 25 February 2007, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by tonelar

what do you click if you're just blown away by the relaibility / ruggedness of the brand?

A typical BKL oversight, Tony.

DesertDogs · 25 February 2007, 10:02 AM

Not listed - but I am amazed by the weight of the watch. You know you are wearing a watch when you wear a rolex!!

But I will vote for the Bezel because I love the gold bling!!

A. Jacobs · 25 February 2007, 10:16 AM

The thing that fascinates me most is the company and history of Rolex.
As far as the appearance of a Rolex, I voted for the dial, but the entire watch is a work of art.

tonelar · 25 February 2007, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

A typical BKL oversight, Tony.

mebbe an all the above option ?

jaxflats · 25 February 2007, 10:22 AM

I'd have to say the overall style......classic! Quality control is also amazing.

nko51 · 25 February 2007, 08:29 AM

Unless there is a cyclops eye on the crystal, I forgo anymore effort into identifying the watch make.

Alcan · 25 February 2007, 10:32 AM

I chose the dial for my TT Sub. There's something about gold printing on a black dial that does it for me, even though some colourblind members here have gold on blue.

Nancy chose the dial for her Cellini, and the bracelet for her vintage.

A. Jacobs · 25 February 2007, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcan

I chose the dial for my TT Sub. There's something about gold printing on a black dial that does it for me, even though some colourblind members here have gold on blue. Nancy chose the dial for her Cellini, and the bracelet for her vintage.

Colorblind???????????????

tonelar · 25 February 2007, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcan

There's something about gold printing on a black dial that does it for me, even though some colourblind members here have gold on blue.

'cause Gold on Blue is such a poor combination...

Haha!

Blue Bull · 25 February 2007, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcan

I chose the dial for my TT Sub. There's something about gold printing on a black dial that does it for me, even though some colourblind members here have gold on blue.

Nancy chose the dial for her Cellini, and the bracelet for her vintage.

OK,thats it .... "The Blue Club" Hitmen are on their way !!

jac67 · 25 February 2007, 09:41 PM

Sorry JJ, I didn't vote as no one category does it for me.

It's the overall history, overall look, horological achievements and toughness that does it for me.

What a great history Rolex has had, AND one of a few watch manufacturers that have not been absorbed or sold off during hard times, and still at the forefront of watch-making.

John.

Tomko · 25 February 2007, 11:09 AM

For me it is the charitable aspect of the Rolex foundation.

leopardprey · 25 February 2007, 08:40 PM

You forgot one category, the one that interest me the most the Case itself and the Case Back. Rolex is very unique in the case and the way the movement is stored inside the case. Also the special tool that is used to open the case. And the 904 steel that is used.

Blue Bull · 25 February 2007, 09:19 PM

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Alex Stylianou · 25 February 2007, 09:46 PM

THe Dial

View Poll Results: I am fascinated most by the...
Dial	31	60.78%
Bezel	6	11.76%
Crown	2	3.92%
Bracelet	8	15.69%
Clasp	1	1.96%
Crystal	0	0%
Cyclops	3	5.88%
Voters: 51. You may not vote on this poll

25 February 2007, 04:35 AM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	What are the things that fascinate you most about a Rolex? Hi guys, Okay, some fun time!! Sure, we all love our Rollies....I know I do!! But there's got to be some feature about it, some aspect, anything that really turns you on!! So which feature gets you the most? I voted for the dial....they never cease to amaze me. Vote with comments please! Thanks - 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!!

25 February 2007, 04:46 AM	#2
greenfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: George Location: Athens Greece Watch: GMT II 16710 Coke Posts: 1,046	My bezel. It's black and red gives some "color" to my watch and works to monitor second and third time zone... __________________ $C:\Documents and Settings\George.HOME\My Documents\My Pictures\Rolex$

25 February 2007, 04:46 AM	#4
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,980	If I had to choose one it would be the cyclops. It's an iconic feature. The GMT bezel would be a close second. 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

25 February 2007, 07:18 AM	#14
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	The dials. I LOVE the dials!!! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

25 February 2007, 04:52 AM	#6
WERNERTURNER Banned Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: DAVE Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: GMT MASTER II Posts: 106	There is nothing like the oyster bracelet...always copied...never duplicated.

25 February 2007, 05:06 AM	#8
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	JJ, I don't see a feature for me--or maybe all of them. I like the fact that the design is "timeless". A 30 year old Rolex bears a striking resemblance to it's modern sibling. (Excluding some of the blingly offerings of late.) Sure there have been changes to dials, bracelets, movements etc... but Rolex has stuck to it's guns over the years. That coupled with the ability of the brand to function in most any condition I'm apt to expose a watch to, and the great history of the marquis has made it my watch of choice for many many years.

25 February 2007, 05:12 AM	#11
karwath "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: 216570 white Posts: 521	Ultimately its the entire package -- one cannot separate the bezel from the dial, etc. Given the choice, I voted for the dial, because so many of the rolex models have dials that are well designed, relatively simple and timeless. I really like the crisp white dial of my EXP II. I also like the dial of the SS/PL yachtmaster. Some of the jeweled Rolex models are obviously the exception to this.

25 February 2007, 06:14 AM	#12
Dimitris Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rhodes, Greece Posts: 85	The movement!

25 February 2007, 06:20 AM	#13
President Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: M.Thatcher MP Location: Le Locle Watch: Bear Grylls Posts: 2,913	The quality:quantity ratio.

25 February 2007, 08:08 AM	#15
tonelar "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Tony Location: san francisco Watch: Seadweller Posts: 1,368	what do you click if you're just blown away by the relaibility / ruggedness of the brand? __________________ It's a rarity that something popular is actually right... Wear 'em with PRIDE, y'all.

25 February 2007, 10:02 AM	#17
DesertDogs "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Jan Location: AZ Watch: Everose Daytona Posts: 491	Not listed - but I am amazed by the weight of the watch. You know you are wearing a watch when you wear a rolex!! But I will vote for the Bezel because I love the gold bling!!

25 February 2007, 10:16 AM	#18
A. Jacobs "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Andrew Location: Ohio Watch: SS Sub Date 16610 Posts: 629	The thing that fascinates me most is the company and history of Rolex. As far as the appearance of a Rolex, I voted for the dial, but the entire watch is a work of art. __________________ Rolex Submariner 16610 "Never underestimate the predictability of stupidity."

25 February 2007, 10:22 AM	#20
jaxflats Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Jacksonville Posts: 33	I'd have to say the overall style......classic! Quality control is also amazing.

25 February 2007, 08:29 AM	#21
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	Unless there is a cyclops eye on the crystal, I forgo anymore effort into identifying the watch make. __________________

25 February 2007, 09:41 PM	#26
jac67 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Me Posts: 1,950	Sorry JJ, I didn't vote as no one category does it for me. It's the overall history, overall look, horological achievements and toughness that does it for me. What a great history Rolex has had, AND one of a few watch manufacturers that have not been absorbed or sold off during hard times, and still at the forefront of watch-making. John.

25 February 2007, 11:09 AM	#27
Tomko "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ottawa - Canada Posts: 115	For me it is the charitable aspect of the Rolex foundation. __________________ Tomko Current: TT LN GMT-Master II 2007 Tudor Oyster-Prince Quartz 1999 Victorinox Swiss Army 1994 Lassale 1987 Retired: Seiko Quartz 1981 Timex LCD 1979 Timex mini-sub style 1975 Timex 1971

25 February 2007, 08:40 PM	#28
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	You forgot one category, the one that interest me the most the Case itself and the Case Back. Rolex is very unique in the case and the way the movement is stored inside the case. Also the special tool that is used to open the case. And the 904 steel that is used.

25 February 2007, 09:19 PM	#29
Blue Bull Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2,887	The Complete Whole of the Individual Parts l

25 February 2007, 09:46 PM	#30
Alex Stylianou "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: UK Posts: 1,785	THe Dial

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