PVD coating. what does everyone think.

[Dr. Robert]

Originally Posted by jclevoy

It looks and wears great!!! I wouldn't do it to more than 1 Rolex, or to my only Rolex. But, if you have several Rolex watches to wear........and you have some stones.......I say go for it.

Jason I love the watch...a lot....it brings out my inner Darth Vader.

[sambb]

i like the pvd, but it also makes it look less expensive in my humble opinion

[Jason71]

Originally Posted by kyle L

That's my opinion too.

Kyle, when you are my age (38) you should have a CRACKIN' collection

Maybe as good as Mike's

[BASSETHOUNDS]

Each to his own , I wouldn't do it . But why don't you if you think its something that would make you happy . Just make sure that you have a good watchmaker in case you have a problem as you couldn't send it to RSC . Show us the pictures when it done , I do believe on a nato it would look better . Again just my opinion

[carlhaluss]

If you can't live without it, go for it. While the looks are great, in my book it is not very durable. I had a Breitling Blacksteel with the DLC coating - which is even more durable. I banged it against something, and the coating chipped of on the sharp edge of the bezel. You can't get this coating polished or anything, once it is damaged. You have to be even more careful that with just the plain stainless.
Personally, I would not mess with a Rolex and just leave it as is. I agree it's a great look, but as with everything, there is a price to pay not just in $$$$.
Besides, what was at one time an unusual look, is now becoming pretty common anyway. Up to you, but if I wanted to change the look of my watch, I would spend the money on any one of a number of great looking aftermarket leather straps you can get.
Merry Christmas,
Carl

[scl6118]

No freakin' way!

[JJ Irani]

If and when I want the colour BLACK, I'll have it just on my BEZEL and DIAL, thank you very much.

The rest remains as 904L steel........the way Rolex and God intended!!

[Watch Fan]

I don't think I would do it to a Rolex personally, hard to undo if you change your mind later. There are plenty of nice "black watches" already out there. I just picked up a Breitling Super Avenger Black Steel and love it.

[nyconquest]

the panerai luminor 1950 pvd is pretty awesome. my dream watch.

[rickyslam]

What about these? Saw this in person. Loved it.

[nyconquest]

Originally Posted by rickyslam

What about these? Saw this in person. Loved it.

ricky, gmt master pro hunter? it's a gorgeous watch, i just don't know how i feel about getting a watch "pimped". it does look incredible.

[rickyslam]

Originally Posted by nyconquest

ricky, gmt master pro hunter? it's a gorgeous watch, i just don't know how i feel about getting a watch "pimped". it does look incredible.

Your're right. I wouldn't pimp a watch, but I would love to get my hands on a Prohunter. Correction-I want to own one! They're so limited though.

[SS Oyster]

Big no

[subfanatic]

When you get a scratch it'll look like real $hit.

[nyconquest]

The pvd coating is one micron thick but supposedly incredible resilient. For me it's a look thing. And If I had as many watches as you guys have, I'd probably give it a shot.

[TSW]

Not for me!!

[rolexsubdate]

this is what I think of it ....
http://www.bangkokhealth.com/cimages/vomiting02.jpg

[Dr.Brian]

The problem with any coating is that it will scratch or wear off over time with use. You than have to refinish the watch, or wear it looking like crap. It's a big NO! for me.

[brkanand]

If you like to do it on an vintage Rolexes, it should be fun. More pictures please.

[Sonny Crockett]

we all have different taste, your watch, your money, your taste, enjoy it. the great thing about humans is we are all different! merry christmas

[erock]

I just happened to come across this site while reading another blog and thought Id put it up here. Im unsure of my personal feelings on the matter but love it or hate it, here it is: http://www.timeandgems.com/Black-Rol...n-Watches.html

[Dylan Wade]

Originally Posted by EDDVM

There is a local guy that Is doing pvd coatings. Very high quality. He is doing knives and gun's ect. He did a cheap eco-drive watch and it looked GREAT!!. I am thinking about doing my DSSD or maby a SUB in the PVD coating. It would looking something like the pro-hunter. There is a used sub Head only I can pick up for about $2850. I would use a nice aftermarket band no point in spending a 1000 for a band that is going to be coated. or maby a nylon strap like the bond Sub. Its in fair condition and would make a good prospect for modification. I am just wondering what every one thinks about the PVD, Black, and prohunter's. I know its not original but I think it looks cool. Also has any one seen a Genuine Used Pro-hunter on the market.

To me these watches justr look "different" and not as "cool" as the original design........if I wanted different I would choose another watch brand but this pimping stuff on watches just does not sing to me...just my opinion of course.

[cornerstore]

Love the look however my Rolex watchmaker thought that I was crazy when I showed him a pic.of one.

[Edward-K]

I would not do it, i am not a fan of the look but that of course is subjective. If you ever want to sell it be prepared for a challenge. Good luck Ed

[keyboardcowgirl]

I think this subject has been broached over and over and I think in summary - the watch is not for everyone. If you have extra cash lying around, have a few other rolex watches already and just want something different, then why not?
If you are a purist, then stay pure. Coming up with explanations like if it gets scratched it will look like crap or, it makes you want to vomit blah blah, to me, it sounds more like sour grapes and is not convincing. Yeah you wouldn't buy one, but if you were given one, you wouldn't take it?
Personally, I think the watch is great. If you can afford it, go for it.

[vukotab]

Originally Posted by jclevoy

It looks and wears great!!! I wouldn't do it to more than 1 Rolex, or to my only Rolex. But, if you have several Rolex watches to wear........and you have some stones.......I say go for it.

I`ll be damn, but that looks awesome!

[gold4u2]

I am not a fan of PVD plating. Just my personal thought.

[Atl]

I wonder if it wears off. Remember the black TAG's in the 80's? The black would start to wear off at the edges soon after purchase.

[slcbbrown]

Looks great, but the durability of the coating (I don't know anything about it)scares me.

[Playdrv4me]

It's a very cool mod for an occasional wear piece. An everyday bang-around one? No.