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Karbo · 21 November 2016, 05:42 AM

Do you think the future of Rolex pro watch shd go ana-digi ?
Like the watch of my french fellow cosmonaut thomas Pesquet :
https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...-x-33/product/

breitlings · 21 November 2016, 05:43 AM

No. maybe tudor. But breitling has that market very well covered imo.

The Libertine · 21 November 2016, 05:48 AM

Nope.

dysondiver · 21 November 2016, 05:50 AM

omega , and brighteling seem to have it covered well enough ,,

Tony-GB · 21 November 2016, 05:51 AM

OP- whats your opinion?

Karbo · 21 November 2016, 06:07 AM

Im wondering how rolex can compete on professional tool watches without digi. I mean when I see all the functions of the Omega skywalker watch Im asking myself how it is possible for Rolex to stay like this.

HogwldFLTR · 21 November 2016, 06:12 AM

Sure why not; it depends on what markets they want into.

rebel_1 · 21 November 2016, 06:13 AM

IMO, HEQ that is not Rolex's market.

karim786 · 21 November 2016, 06:22 AM

absolutely not

rouxeny · 21 November 2016, 06:24 AM

No. I think the number of people that actually NEED a watch like that is tiny, and the number of people who WANT one like that is not so much larger.

Rolex is doing very well selling jewelry that can tell time. I doubt a watch like that would appeal to the targeted demographic.

JP Chestnut · 21 November 2016, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Karbo

Im wondering how rolex can compete on professional tool watches without digi. I mean when I see all the functions of the Omega skywalker watch Im asking myself how it is possible for Rolex to stay like this.

Because Rolex makes man jewelry?

Karbo · 21 November 2016, 06:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rouxeny

No. I think the number of people that actually NEED a watch like that is tiny, and the number of people who WANT one like that is not so much larger.

Rolex is doing very well selling jewelry that can tell time. I doubt a watch like that would appeal to the targeted demographic.

Yes but now, no adventuror, no explorator, no aviator etc... will wear a Rolex anymore due to the lack of functions. And to buy a watch at that price you need to dream. An ambassador in his castle eating petits four wearing a Rolex does not make me dream

brucethemanlee · 21 November 2016, 07:36 AM

absolutely NOT

GradyPhilpott · 21 November 2016, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Karbo

An ambassador in his castle eating petits four wearing a Rolex does not make me dream

Well, sell yours and stop buying them.

Plenty of other people understand Rolex and don't expect a Rolex to be the multitasking unit that some watches try to be.

Ticknaway · 21 November 2016, 08:16 AM

It would be a shame, but it will probably come down to where they view the future trends of the market place. The number of individuals who love to pair technology in their daily lifes may create a market that Rolex wishes to participate in, who knows only time will tell.

Old Expat Beast · 21 November 2016, 09:36 AM

Rolex already went digital. Didn't catch on.

brandrea · 21 November 2016, 09:38 AM

Very interesting Adam ^^^

Muzz · 21 November 2016, 10:13 AM

I have a Breitling Emergency that does all that stuff. I would prefer my Rolex pieces to remain classic. My digi slot is filled already and I guarantee there is no room for two in my collection lol.

dbluevette · 21 November 2016, 10:29 AM

I think a Rolex is mostly thought of as just a piece of luxurious jewelry now. Even though some people still tout tool/sports etc...

Timesurfer · 21 November 2016, 10:44 AM

Nope

gummy · 21 November 2016, 10:52 AM

I hope this doesn't happen...

Speed · 21 November 2016, 10:55 AM

Useless as tits on a boar - IMO - for Rolex.

polaris72 · 21 November 2016, 02:53 PM

I like my Breitling Emergency, but ever since the battery died on me, I travel with auto back up (Rolex). Otherwise for daily use, always mechanical watch.

Thatguy · 21 November 2016, 03:46 PM

No

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Ruud Van Driver · 21 November 2016, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Muzz

I have a Breitling Emergency that does all that stuff. I would prefer my Rolex pieces to remain classic. My digi slot is filled already and I guarantee there is no room for two in my collection lol.

This

I have a G-Shock for digital stuff, my Rolex and Panerai are fine as they are.

japenney · 21 November 2016, 03:55 PM

No I think Rolex prefers to make attractive timepieces.

Rocket_Man · 21 November 2016, 04:06 PM

I can't see Rolex getting into that space/aviator digital watch market. Too non-traditional.

Seiko's Spring Drive movement is an interesting hybrid of mechanical and quartz and has better accuracy than Rolex's +/- 2 sec per day. Is it mechanical? Is it Quartz? Kind of both, but even so I don't see Rolex going here either.

Lumberjact · 21 November 2016, 07:12 PM

I think that Rolex is probably happy that many people believe they are buying a tool watch from them, when in fact it bears greater resemblance to jewelry. Just because it is essentially the same as what it was 50 years ago (and maybe doesn't have a polished bracelet) doesn't mean it is somehow a tool watch. For example, a modern production BMW performs better than a F1 car from the 1960s, but nobody would think that a 1960 F1 car is fit for purpose in today's F1 world. Those adventurers, explorers, extreme sportspeople who today need real tool watches are of little interest to Rolex anymore, other than to exploit a marketing opportunity. Sure, the watches have heritage value, and, speaking for myself, I like the feel of it and what it means to me, but if I even go for a run, I need something more technically superior on my wrist (i.e., a tool which is fit for the job at hand). Rolex watches, as with most "expensive" watches, are jewelry - fine ones at that - but jewelry none the less. They are tougher than your average Patek I would say, and one can have a high degree of confidence in their reliability and robustness, but if I were heading on a solo trip to Everest tomorrow, I'd think long and hard about my equipment of choice, and would be unlikely to choose Rolex.

GMTMasterDallas · 22 November 2016, 05:42 AM

Uh.... No. And that's putting it simply.

Onikage · 22 November 2016, 07:36 AM

No Rolex shd absolutely not.

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21 November 2016, 05:42 AM	#1
Karbo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Paris, France Watch: Dayto/5164 Posts: 1,631	Do you think Rolex shd go Ana-Digi ? Do you think the future of Rolex pro watch shd go ana-digi ? Like the watch of my french fellow cosmonaut thomas Pesquet : https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...-x-33/product/ __________________ IG : @aka_karbo

21 November 2016, 05:51 AM	#5
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21 November 2016, 06:07 AM	#6
Karbo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Paris, France Watch: Dayto/5164 Posts: 1,631	Im wondering how rolex can compete on professional tool watches without digi. I mean when I see all the functions of the Omega skywalker watch Im asking myself how it is possible for Rolex to stay like this. __________________ IG : @aka_karbo

21 November 2016, 06:12 AM	#7
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,671	Sure why not; it depends on what markets they want into. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

21 November 2016, 05:43 AM	#2
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	No. maybe tudor. But breitling has that market very well covered imo.

21 November 2016, 05:48 AM	#3
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Nope.

21 November 2016, 05:50 AM	#4
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	omega , and brighteling seem to have it covered well enough ,,

21 November 2016, 06:13 AM	#8
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	IMO, HEQ that is not Rolex's market. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

21 November 2016, 06:22 AM	#9
karim786 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Karim Location: Calgary Posts: 81	absolutely not __________________ 116515LN 116500LN 116710BLNR 126710BLNR 116610LN 228235

21 November 2016, 06:24 AM	#10
rouxeny "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Andrew Location: Maui Posts: 686	No. I think the number of people that actually NEED a watch like that is tiny, and the number of people who WANT one like that is not so much larger. Rolex is doing very well selling jewelry that can tell time. I doubt a watch like that would appeal to the targeted demographic.

21 November 2016, 07:36 AM	#13
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,574	absolutely NOT

21 November 2016, 08:16 AM	#15
Ticknaway "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,028	It would be a shame, but it will probably come down to where they view the future trends of the market place. The number of individuals who love to pair technology in their daily lifes may create a market that Rolex wishes to participate in, who knows only time will tell.

21 November 2016, 09:38 AM	#17
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,895	Very interesting Adam ^^^

21 November 2016, 10:13 AM	#18
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	I have a Breitling Emergency that does all that stuff. I would prefer my Rolex pieces to remain classic. My digi slot is filled already and I guarantee there is no room for two in my collection lol.

21 November 2016, 10:29 AM	#19
dbluevette "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: TEXAS Posts: 302	I think a Rolex is mostly thought of as just a piece of luxurious jewelry now. Even though some people still tout tool/sports etc...

21 November 2016, 10:44 AM	#20
Timesurfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: 12,000+ Lakes! Watch: 16710 Daytona BLNR Posts: 840	Nope

21 November 2016, 10:52 AM	#21
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	I hope this doesn't happen...

21 November 2016, 10:55 AM	#22
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Useless as tits on a boar - IMO - for Rolex.

21 November 2016, 02:53 PM	#23
polaris72 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: U.S./Vienna, AT Posts: 1,967	I like my Breitling Emergency, but ever since the battery died on me, I travel with auto back up (Rolex). Otherwise for daily use, always mechanical watch.

21 November 2016, 03:46 PM	#24
Thatguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Wayne Location: California Watch: Rolex, PAM Posts: 3,302	No Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 November 2016, 03:55 PM	#26
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	No I think Rolex prefers to make attractive timepieces.

21 November 2016, 04:06 PM	#27
Rocket_Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Houston TX Posts: 1,332	I can't see Rolex getting into that space/aviator digital watch market. Too non-traditional. Seiko's Spring Drive movement is an interesting hybrid of mechanical and quartz and has better accuracy than Rolex's +/- 2 sec per day. Is it mechanical? Is it Quartz? Kind of both, but even so I don't see Rolex going here either.

21 November 2016, 07:12 PM	#28
Lumberjact "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Paris Watch: Explorer Posts: 446	I think that Rolex is probably happy that many people believe they are buying a tool watch from them, when in fact it bears greater resemblance to jewelry. Just because it is essentially the same as what it was 50 years ago (and maybe doesn't have a polished bracelet) doesn't mean it is somehow a tool watch. For example, a modern production BMW performs better than a F1 car from the 1960s, but nobody would think that a 1960 F1 car is fit for purpose in today's F1 world. Those adventurers, explorers, extreme sportspeople who today need real tool watches are of little interest to Rolex anymore, other than to exploit a marketing opportunity. Sure, the watches have heritage value, and, speaking for myself, I like the feel of it and what it means to me, but if I even go for a run, I need something more technically superior on my wrist (i.e., a tool which is fit for the job at hand). Rolex watches, as with most "expensive" watches, are jewelry - fine ones at that - but jewelry none the less. They are tougher than your average Patek I would say, and one can have a high degree of confidence in their reliability and robustness, but if I were heading on a solo trip to Everest tomorrow, I'd think long and hard about my equipment of choice, and would be unlikely to choose Rolex. __________________ "Onto his wrist he slipped his steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual, the 34mm model, the date window its only complication; Bond did not need to know the phases of the moon or the exact moment of high tide at Southampton. And he suspected very few people did."

22 November 2016, 05:42 AM	#29
GMTMasterDallas "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Dallas Posts: 166	Uh.... No. And that's putting it simply.

22 November 2016, 07:36 AM	#30
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	No Rolex shd absolutely not. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

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