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L-16610 · 26 April 2011, 04:26 AM

Think about the Panerai 41x series
Those are limited editions made for the Panerai boutiques

Every Boutique get between 100 and 200 pcs

would you like it if Rolex did the same
A special Submariner with something special on the dial

ONLY 3000 pce worldwide

So VERY sought after

Would you like it or not

AMCK87 · 26 April 2011, 04:27 AM

I'd like it if I could get one

L-16610 · 26 April 2011, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by AMehta87

I'd like it if I could get one

That what probably most people will think

Like the Panerai 360

EVERYBODY wants one but it gets nasty when some won't get it and become very jalous

I don't care

If I have it = GREAT
If I don't ............ it's a pitty but better luck next time

mtrunner · 26 April 2011, 04:35 AM

I like the idea of Rolex issuing limited editions. Not sure why they haven't done so already.

Michael M. · 26 April 2011, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by mtrunner

I like the idea of Rolex issuing limited editions. Not sure why they haven't done so already.

I have to agree Gary, maybe a limited edition daytona

Grumpy Badger · 26 April 2011, 04:37 AM

I can't answer the poll as it would depend entirely on whether or not I liked the look of the thing!
I certainly wouldn't want a limited edition just "because it was there!"

lamnyc · 26 April 2011, 04:40 AM

Roles will never do a limited run.

MonBK · 26 April 2011, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by mtrunner

I like the idea of Rolex issuing limited editions. Not sure why they haven't done so already.

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Originally Posted by lamnyc

Roles will never do a limited run.

They have, 3 times.

mtrunner · 26 April 2011, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

They have, 3 times.

I was completely unaware they have had any limited runs. What are the 3?

mike · 26 April 2011, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by lamnyc

Roles will never do a limited run.

They have several times.

The Panama Canal Limited edition and the Octopus Sea-Dweller limited edition are two that quickly come to mind.

ATH · 26 April 2011, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mike

They have several times.

The Panama Canal Limited edition and the Octopus Sea-Dweller limited edition are two that quickly come to mind.

You know the funny thing about the Octopus Sea Dweller limited is that my wife and I honeymooned in the Cinque Terra region of Italy when we married last year late October. Anyway, I never heard about this watch or this division of the Italian Police for that matter. We did a day trip to La Spezia and of course being a WIS (honeymoon or no honeymoon) I start asking around for a Rolex AD as soon as I got to town. I ended up in the AD's shop who sold all of these watches. I started talking to the owner as best I could with the language barrier about watches. He showed me the James Bond submariner he was wearing that he bought new when it was released decades earlier. He then showed me that giant submariner history book and flipped to the page with a picture of the octopus sea dweller. At that point is when he told me the story about how Rolex commemorated this piece for this special police unit and all the examples were sold through his store. Again, being a WIS and having the new wife at another shop next door, I do what any American would do- I say "I want it, how much." He said "no, impossible. I don't have" and I said "ah BS. I have AMEX and I want it. Give it quick. We only have a finite number of precious minutes before the wife walks in here and we're done." The owner waived his hands as if to say "no more, they are all gone." I walked out empty handed and it damn near ruined my whole vacation.

I'm glad I found this post because I always wondered about the background of the Octo-Dweller Rolex. Thanks for posting!

The GMT Master · 26 April 2011, 04:49 AM

I know the King Midas was a Limited Edition, but I'm not aware of the other two?

mtrunner · 26 April 2011, 04:53 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

I know the King Midas was a Limited Edition, but I'm not aware of the other two?

Oh yes I forgot about the King Midas. I think I try to block this watch out of my mind. Sort of ugly in my opinion.

The GMT Master · 26 April 2011, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mtrunner

Oh yes I forgot about the King Midas. I think I try to block this watch out of my mind. Sort of ugly in my opinion.

Certainly a product of its time

MoosicPa · 2 May 2011, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by mtrunner

Oh yes I forgot about the King Midas. I think I try to block this watch out of my mind. Sort of ugly in my opinion.

Some people just don't know class

... LOL

It is definately a 70's design, but it is kinda cool to wear, and you never have to worry about running into someone wearing your watch.

mtrunner · 3 May 2011, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by MoosicPa

Some people just don't know class

... LOL

It is definately a 70's design, but it is kinda cool to wear, and you never have to worry about running into someone wearing your watch.

Oh I know it is a really unique piece. Definitely the 70s vibe. I was born in the 70s but really have no recollection of the fabulous style we were all sporting in that era!

SS Oyster · 26 April 2011, 05:38 AM

Red "Submariner" lettering would be a nice touch

hsfrank · 26 April 2011, 05:44 AM

And now there will be a flurry of posts as to whether watch no 1 is better than ( more desired ) than watch 300. In that line of thought I recently attended a lecture on print making. With limited editions the prints are pulled of the press and stacked with the first one on the bottom. They are then numbered with the last pulled off the press being number 1. Thus for those concerned with the quality difference ( if any can truly be discerned ) the last in a series is infinitesimally better than the first numbered.

karmatp · 26 April 2011, 06:02 AM

I am not a fan of limited editions mainly because it causes flipping by people trying to make a buck. They cause more hostility than they are good for, and they take away from the true enjoyment of just owning the watch that you want on your wrist.

I know guys who have purchased watches just because they thought they might appreciate more than the one they truly wanted in the first place, it's just foolish.

MortgageGuy · 26 April 2011, 06:05 AM

I am in for a limited addition

LWRN · 26 April 2011, 06:43 AM

Good question, but option two doesn't make sense, the very nature of a limited edition is that many won't be able to get one, and demand will be more than supply. The poll should be just a simple yes or no, ones reason for saying no, may not be because many won't get one. I would love to see a LE Submariner.1 hunnybee.

dddrees · 26 April 2011, 06:52 AM

No

capote · 26 April 2011, 06:56 AM

No, I wouldn't like that.

bewithabob · 26 April 2011, 07:10 AM

I think this is a great idea. ROLEX would of course have to see some merit in stalling production of their other watches to put these special editions out, so, driving cost sky-high....In that case, it demands precious metal, deserving the highest possible price and markup.
Ok, lets just skip all the debate and advance the production of Daytona in Full Platinum and be done with it.

Otherwise, Rolex can accomplish the same thing by introducing a tourbillon....

tattooedfagin · 26 April 2011, 07:16 AM

not for me, would cause too much ill feeling

Dr. Robert · 26 April 2011, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by tattooedfagin

not for me, would cause too much ill feeling

I agree

bart · 26 April 2011, 07:22 AM

rolex should not start this. why? because they dont need to.

looking at some other watch brands i feel like the only reason why they put out limited editions is because they want to upgrade their image. what they forget is, not only should the limited edition be limited, but also the "numbers of limited editions" should be very limited.

mrbill2mrbill2 · 26 April 2011, 07:54 AM

I could not vote - I don't agree with either choice.

My answer is a simple no. We are talking Rolex. Rolex doesn't need to pull stunts like this to boost sales.

petery555 · 26 April 2011, 08:21 AM

No thanks, even 3000 pcs would be like 1 per AD if that and who would get to buy one legit? Let Panerai corner the limited run market. That's all they have.

mdtddd2007 · 26 April 2011, 12:42 PM

yea that is a good idea. Rolex should stand up and make limited production for those who wants to have the best.

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26 April 2011, 04:26 AM	#1
L-16610 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Europe Posts: 825	Rolex LIMITED EDITION Think about the Panerai 41x series Those are limited editions made for the Panerai boutiques Every Boutique get between 100 and 200 pcs would you like it if Rolex did the same A special Submariner with something special on the dial ONLY 3000 pce worldwide So VERY sought after Would you like it or not

26 April 2011, 04:37 AM	#6
Grumpy Badger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: Bonny Scotland Watch: 14060M Sub (cosc) Posts: 5,280	I can't answer the poll as it would depend entirely on whether or not I liked the look of the thing! I certainly wouldn't want a limited edition just "because it was there!" __________________ Don't mind me. I'm full of scotch, bitterness and impure thoughts! "You have enemies? Good! That means you stood up for something, sometime in your life." Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill KG, OM, CH, TD, PC, DL, FRS.

26 April 2011, 05:44 AM	#18
hsfrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Herbert Frank Location: Middletown,De Watch: President Posts: 1,641	And now there will be a flurry of posts as to whether watch no 1 is better than ( more desired ) than watch 300. In that line of thought I recently attended a lecture on print making. With limited editions the prints are pulled of the press and stacked with the first one on the bottom. They are then numbered with the last pulled off the press being number 1. Thus for those concerned with the quality difference ( if any can truly be discerned ) the last in a series is infinitesimally better than the first numbered. __________________ Time and Tide wait for no man Rolex Cellini 4133 Tudor North Flag HERS: Rolex TTDJ

26 April 2011, 06:02 AM	#19
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I am not a fan of limited editions mainly because it causes flipping by people trying to make a buck. They cause more hostility than they are good for, and they take away from the true enjoyment of just owning the watch that you want on your wrist. I know guys who have purchased watches just because they thought they might appreciate more than the one they truly wanted in the first place, it's just foolish. __________________ My grails:

26 April 2011, 04:27 AM	#2
AMCK87 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: USA Posts: 1,339	I'd like it if I could get one

26 April 2011, 04:35 AM	#4
mtrunner "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,836	I like the idea of Rolex issuing limited editions. Not sure why they haven't done so already.

26 April 2011, 04:40 AM	#7
lamnyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nyc Posts: 1,766	Roles will never do a limited run.

26 April 2011, 04:49 AM	#12
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,151	I know the King Midas was a Limited Edition, but I'm not aware of the other two?

26 April 2011, 05:38 AM	#17
SS Oyster "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,438	Red "Submariner" lettering would be a nice touch

26 April 2011, 06:05 AM	#20
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	I am in for a limited addition __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

26 April 2011, 06:43 AM	#21
LWRN "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Allover Watch: PO/SubC Posts: 160	Good question, but option two doesn't make sense, the very nature of a limited edition is that many won't be able to get one, and demand will be more than supply. The poll should be just a simple yes or no, ones reason for saying no, may not be because many won't get one. I would love to see a LE Submariner.1 hunnybee.

26 April 2011, 06:52 AM	#22
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,258	No __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

26 April 2011, 06:56 AM	#23
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	No, I wouldn't like that.

26 April 2011, 07:10 AM	#24
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,417	I think this is a great idea. ROLEX would of course have to see some merit in stalling production of their other watches to put these special editions out, so, driving cost sky-high....In that case, it demands precious metal, deserving the highest possible price and markup. Ok, lets just skip all the debate and advance the production of Daytona in Full Platinum and be done with it. Otherwise, Rolex can accomplish the same thing by introducing a tourbillon.... __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

26 April 2011, 07:16 AM	#25
tattooedfagin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chad Location: the neighbourhood Watch: 1680 Red Posts: 2,262	not for me, would cause too much ill feeling __________________ SS Sub Date (F) DSSD (V) Red Sub (Mk4) TRF Hall of Fame

26 April 2011, 07:22 AM	#27
bart Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: zurich Posts: 18	rolex should not start this. why? because they dont need to. looking at some other watch brands i feel like the only reason why they put out limited editions is because they want to upgrade their image. what they forget is, not only should the limited edition be limited, but also the "numbers of limited editions" should be very limited.

26 April 2011, 07:54 AM	#28
mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	I could not vote - I don't agree with either choice. My answer is a simple no. We are talking Rolex. Rolex doesn't need to pull stunts like this to boost sales.

26 April 2011, 08:21 AM	#29
petery555 Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Peter Location: chicago Watch: 116520 blk Posts: 31	No thanks, even 3000 pcs would be like 1 per AD if that and who would get to buy one legit? Let Panerai corner the limited run market. That's all they have.

26 April 2011, 12:42 PM	#30
mdtddd2007 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,795	yea that is a good idea. Rolex should stand up and make limited production for those who wants to have the best.

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