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mikey · 25 January 2007, 07:41 AM

Is this what a 2007 President looks like? (borrowed pic)

GerardoG · 25 January 2007, 07:49 AM

Yes. That is the 'special' one.

BHE · 25 January 2007, 10:29 AM

Bling Bling!

A. Jacobs · 25 January 2007, 11:04 AM

Does anyone know the MSRP on that beautiful, yet over-the-top Rolex?

montecristo · 25 January 2007, 11:32 AM

I have to pass on this one, really not my style.

mikey · 25 January 2007, 11:34 AM

This watch is like the king of dress watches. I think I saw a price tag of roughly $38,000 USD.

kakalika · 25 January 2007, 11:41 AM

Sorry, that watch does'nt smile at me, it frowns. Not my style I'm afraid.

montecristo · 25 January 2007, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikey

This watch is like the king of dress watches. I think I saw a price tag of roughly $38,000 USD.

Price is not the big issue, the look itself just seems gaudy to me.

mikey · 25 January 2007, 11:54 AM

I went to a suburban mall yesterday and saw this place called Treasures. It sells all kinds of jewellry but mostly incrusted with diamonds. They had a Rolex Day Date in platinum completely encrusted with diamonds. I am not sure if this store is in most malls across the country but the prices go from $400-$100,000.USD on there diamond encrusted MOVADO and Rolex. I was told by one of the workers that rappers and other sports celebrities stop in and make large purchases.

Rockrolex · 25 January 2007, 12:03 PM

That thing makes the LV Sub look good.

Mrdi · 25 January 2007, 12:13 PM

That is the Liberace Special Edition.
Available in Las Vegas, and Atlantic City .

SeaGoer · 25 January 2007, 12:57 PM

that watch speaks volumes about it's owner.....

Guinness · 25 January 2007, 12:59 PM

I think the MSRP of that watch is $47,150 USD.

Let's see, you could have that or a:
1. SS Daytona
2. SS Sub w/date
3. TT Sub
4. SS DJ (Rhodium, with Romans of course)
5. LV Sub
6. TT GMT II Anniv.

And still have enough left over for a winder, insurance, restocking of the wine cellar and a tank of gas.

Easy choice

Alcan · 25 January 2007, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

That thing makes the LV Sub look good.

Are you kidding??? It almost makes THIS look good:

mikey · 25 January 2007, 03:02 PM

I guess the longer you own Rolexes the more you decide what you like and don't like. I like the diamond side of the Rolex product line as seen in these (borrowed pics).

Spencer · 25 January 2007, 04:04 PM

Isn't weird how Rolex seems to design so many over the top heinious models yet there standard sport models seem to stay relatively conservative

JJ Irani · 25 January 2007, 05:09 PM

Sorry, way tooooooooooo gaudy and blingy for my liking. That green just doesn't do it!

jac67 · 25 January 2007, 11:23 PM

I believe it's the 50th Anniversary Day-Date.

I LOVE that watch. Saw one here in Oz in 2006!

A little over the top I agree, but it wouldn't be an everyday watch, right.

I'd trade mine for that anyday.

John.

fat-sam · 25 January 2007, 11:30 PM

a diamond dot dial is where i would personaly draw the line. on a day date i would have it as i believe it is a bit of a bling watch anyway but i think rolex dials and bezels are perfect, and that diamonds would spoil them- just my 2p worth though

Thurnau · 25 January 2007, 11:37 PM

I think it looks kinda cool. I want a pres, and if I had 50K to blow on a watch then this one may not be it. With that said I would have bought it if I already had a more traditional looking pres, but not for my first one.

padi56 · 25 January 2007, 11:41 PM

Not my cup of tea not a lover of gold or diamonds in mens watches.Now rings yes, watches a big no for me,those just
plain old SS..

Prince · 26 January 2007, 12:09 AM

Rather gaudy, no?

26 January 2007, 12:19 AM

Fugly.

Prince Tudor · 26 January 2007, 12:28 AM

Not my style either. But to each his own.

mikeshook · 26 January 2007, 06:45 AM

There is something to be said about it's understated presence and it's simple, yet elegant sophistication.....

mikey · 26 January 2007, 07:24 AM

WOW, I could understand the strong opinions against the leopard daytona and the green emeralds on the President,but seriously I do not like the LV Sub. If I were to have purchased an LV sub I would have got rid of the green bezel insert but for lesser money just got a SS Sub Date. Most of you guys explained to me the Maxi dial and larger hands which is a great detail, but I later learned of these were features from Vintage Subs. Hence 50th Anniversary

dfn8tly · 26 January 2007, 09:16 AM

It's perfectly fine not to like the concept of jewels on dials and bezels. However, when you hold these in yoiur hand and look at the quality of the stones as well as the workmanship you cannot help but be impressed.

montecristo · 27 January 2007, 01:11 AM

The only blingy 50th anniversary thats I like is the gold GMT II.

mikey · 27 January 2007, 02:34 AM

I don't think a Diamond encrusted Rolex is heinus or gaudy. I think when we see pics no matter how clear still don't do the watch justice. If you had one of them in your hands and even tried one on then you would smile. You can automatically feel the quality and presence the watch is trying to give. Its a Rolex.

montecristo · 27 January 2007, 02:51 AM

I have tried those paved dial watches, seriously you can't even see the time on those things. Don't get me wrong, I have no problem with diamond jewelry, I wear a 2 cttw eternity diamond wedding band everyday, but at least that ring doesn't stop me from doing anything, I can't even see the time those iced out rolex with white gold hands.

I was on a flight and the guy next to me was wearing a iced out pt DD, it looks stunning and he had to struggle to tell time when that thing lits up under the reading light.

Diamond markers are alright, but makes the watch a bit too dressy for everyday. I'd suppose if you want to get one for those special occasions, these are the watches to get.

25 January 2007, 11:04 AM	#4
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25 January 2007, 11:32 AM	#5
montecristo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: New York Watch: 116234 DateJust Posts: 1,769	I have to pass on this one, really not my style. __________________ My Rolex reference books collection: The Rolex Report: An Unauthorized Reference Book For The Rolex Enthusiast Rolex Wristwatches: An Unauthorized History (Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover) Vintage Rolex Sports Models: A Complete Visual Reference & Unauthorized History (Hardcover)

25 January 2007, 11:41 AM	#7
kakalika "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Minnesota, USA Watch: SS Sub-Date Posts: 505	Sorry, that watch does'nt smile at me, it frowns. Not my style I'm afraid. __________________ I thought I was mistaken, but then I realized I was wrong.

25 January 2007, 12:03 PM	#10
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,822	That thing makes the LV Sub look good. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

25 January 2007, 04:04 PM	#16
Spencer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,338	Isn't weird how Rolex seems to design so many over the top heinious models yet there standard sport models seem to stay relatively conservative __________________ I'm a perpetual kind of guy Resident Audemars Piguet Fanatic

25 January 2007, 07:49 AM	#2
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Yes. That is the 'special' one.

25 January 2007, 10:29 AM	#3
BHE Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ohio Watch: LV Sub Posts: 53	Bling Bling!

25 January 2007, 11:34 AM	#6
mikey "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: Oysterdate 6694 Posts: 2,713	This watch is like the king of dress watches. I think I saw a price tag of roughly $38,000 USD.

25 January 2007, 11:54 AM	#9
mikey "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: Oysterdate 6694 Posts: 2,713	I went to a suburban mall yesterday and saw this place called Treasures. It sells all kinds of jewellry but mostly incrusted with diamonds. They had a Rolex Day Date in platinum completely encrusted with diamonds. I am not sure if this store is in most malls across the country but the prices go from $400-$100,000.USD on there diamond encrusted MOVADO and Rolex. I was told by one of the workers that rappers and other sports celebrities stop in and make large purchases.

25 January 2007, 12:13 PM	#11
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	That is the Liberace Special Edition. Available in Las Vegas, and Atlantic City .

25 January 2007, 12:57 PM	#12
SeaGoer Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Pete Location: USA Watch: TT YM, TT GMT IIC Posts: 385	that watch speaks volumes about it's owner.....

25 January 2007, 12:59 PM	#13
Guinness "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 41	I think the MSRP of that watch is $47,150 USD. Let's see, you could have that or a: 1. SS Daytona 2. SS Sub w/date 3. TT Sub 4. SS DJ (Rhodium, with Romans of course) 5. LV Sub 6. TT GMT II Anniv. And still have enough left over for a winder, insurance, restocking of the wine cellar and a tank of gas. Easy choice

25 January 2007, 05:09 PM	#17
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Sorry, way tooooooooooo gaudy and blingy for my liking. That green just doesn't do it! __________________ 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 January 2007, 11:23 PM	#18
jac67 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Me Posts: 1,950	I believe it's the 50th Anniversary Day-Date. I LOVE that watch. Saw one here in Oz in 2006! A little over the top I agree, but it wouldn't be an everyday watch, right. I'd trade mine for that anyday. John.

25 January 2007, 11:30 PM	#19
fat-sam "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Manuel_Winde Location: London N1- UK Watch: Reverso Duoface Posts: 578	a diamond dot dial is where i would personaly draw the line. on a day date i would have it as i believe it is a bit of a bling watch anyway but i think rolex dials and bezels are perfect, and that diamonds would spoil them- just my 2p worth though __________________ This confession has meant nothing

25 January 2007, 11:37 PM	#20
Thurnau "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Metairie, LA Watch: DateJust Posts: 738	I think it looks kinda cool. I want a pres, and if I had 50K to blow on a watch then this one may not be it. With that said I would have bought it if I already had a more traditional looking pres, but not for my first one.

25 January 2007, 11:41 PM	#21
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,826	Not my cup of tea not a lover of gold or diamonds in mens watches.Now rings yes, watches a big no for me,those just plain old SS.. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

26 January 2007, 12:09 AM	#22
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Rather gaudy, no? __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

26 January 2007, 12:28 AM	#24
Prince Tudor "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Lucas Location: Canada Watch: Rolex and Tudor Posts: 726	Not my style either. But to each his own.

26 January 2007, 06:45 AM	#25
mikeshook Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 17	There is something to be said about it's understated presence and it's simple, yet elegant sophistication.....

26 January 2007, 07:24 AM	#26
mikey "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: Oysterdate 6694 Posts: 2,713	WOW, I could understand the strong opinions against the leopard daytona and the green emeralds on the President,but seriously I do not like the LV Sub. If I were to have purchased an LV sub I would have got rid of the green bezel insert but for lesser money just got a SS Sub Date. Most of you guys explained to me the Maxi dial and larger hands which is a great detail, but I later learned of these were features from Vintage Subs. Hence 50th Anniversary

26 January 2007, 09:16 AM	#27
dfn8tly Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Richard Location: The Villages, FL Watch: GMT-II Posts: 396	It's perfectly fine not to like the concept of jewels on dials and bezels. However, when you hold these in yoiur hand and look at the quality of the stones as well as the workmanship you cannot help but be impressed.

27 January 2007, 01:11 AM	#28
montecristo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: New York Watch: 116234 DateJust Posts: 1,769	The only blingy 50th anniversary thats I like is the gold GMT II. __________________ My Rolex reference books collection: The Rolex Report: An Unauthorized Reference Book For The Rolex Enthusiast Rolex Wristwatches: An Unauthorized History (Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover) Vintage Rolex Sports Models: A Complete Visual Reference & Unauthorized History (Hardcover)

27 January 2007, 02:34 AM	#29
mikey "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: Oysterdate 6694 Posts: 2,713	I don't think a Diamond encrusted Rolex is heinus or gaudy. I think when we see pics no matter how clear still don't do the watch justice. If you had one of them in your hands and even tried one on then you would smile. You can automatically feel the quality and presence the watch is trying to give. Its a Rolex.

27 January 2007, 02:51 AM	#30
montecristo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: New York Watch: 116234 DateJust Posts: 1,769	I have tried those paved dial watches, seriously you can't even see the time on those things. Don't get me wrong, I have no problem with diamond jewelry, I wear a 2 cttw eternity diamond wedding band everyday, but at least that ring doesn't stop me from doing anything, I can't even see the time those iced out rolex with white gold hands. I was on a flight and the guy next to me was wearing a iced out pt DD, it looks stunning and he had to struggle to tell time when that thing lits up under the reading light. Diamond markers are alright, but makes the watch a bit too dressy for everyday. I'd suppose if you want to get one for those special occasions, these are the watches to get. __________________ My Rolex reference books collection: The Rolex Report: An Unauthorized Reference Book For The Rolex Enthusiast Rolex Wristwatches: An Unauthorized History (Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover) Vintage Rolex Sports Models: A Complete Visual Reference & Unauthorized History (Hardcover)

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