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jestrada · 14 January 2019, 05:52 PM

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bronzeband00 · 14 January 2019, 06:07 PM

The best for me. No hassle

chris12 · 14 January 2019, 06:27 PM

Overall looking at different factors I say yes I think Rolex is the best and I will tell you why. One it is a well made high end watch. Two it is affordable to anyone who makes a decent income and/or has good credit. You can spend as little as $5000 or close to or even over a $100,000 to get a brand new Rolex. Even the average person can afford to spend around $9000 (especially if they are paying it off on credit) and get a nice Rolex. The brand is well known and a symbol of success all around the world. It has excellent resale value compared to many other watches. Plus there is a Rolex culture that supports and loves the brand as this forum proves with it's many members, threads and posts. So long live Rolex the best wristwatch in the world.

NAVY · 14 January 2019, 06:35 PM

Nope. A good brand, but not the best.

sachit · 14 January 2019, 06:56 PM

One of the best.

abozz · 14 January 2019, 07:49 PM

Absolutly the best wristwatch ever made in my opinion.

juanwinston · 14 January 2019, 07:57 PM

depends on what define the best watch for you. for me? No

mangoseed · 14 January 2019, 08:13 PM

They make the best everyday tool watches and most reliable, but there are brands that are far better with regards to haute horology and hand finishing

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Blued screws, blued seconds hand and Côtes de Genève stripes.

Panych · 14 January 2019, 08:25 PM

In general yes, it is, although there are better watches it terms of some different criteria.

beshannon · 14 January 2019, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Etschell

Is Rolex the best wristwatch in the world?

What is your definition of the word "best"?

k1985 · 14 January 2019, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pickettt

It's the best brand, not the best watch.

This is how I feel. That said, I think there are a number of qualities of the watches that have already been mentioned that do put Rolex in the upper echelon. A broad, diverse range of offerings (unlike an AP for example that relies on basically one watch). Durability, aesthetics and price. On that last point, it goes back to branding, but what I mean is that while any new Rolex is priced well out of the range of what most would pay, it is an attainable luxury unlike perhaps some of the other brands that some may consider "better".

padi56 · 14 January 2019, 09:46 PM

The best wristwatch in the world is the one you are wearing on your wrist no matter the brand.

1William · 14 January 2019, 10:03 PM

Not the best but one of the best. It will be determined by the metric you use to measure what is the best.

DLRIDES · 14 January 2019, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Etschell

I think so, but I am biased.

Thoughts welcome. To me the fit and durability are quite fantastic.

Define “best”.

amh · 14 January 2019, 10:33 PM

I voted 'yes.' I can remember who wore a Rolex back from when I was a kid! (eg. my neighbor's dad, he was a doctor.) I remember the Reinhold Messner ads in National Geographic (well they seemed to always have a Rolex on the back cover LOL!) It must be some kind of emotional tie.

It's pretty easy to argue they are indeed #1:
- Most popular luxury brand. Where I live, not a day goes by that I don't see someone with a Rolex.
- Accessible by a huge segment of population due to price (5k-50k)
- Very visible, worn by countless celebrities & athletes
- Solid quality control & customer support
- Very good value retention

Is that all due to branding? Much of it is but Rolex still makes a very good product.

On the other hand, you could point to something like a Grand Seiko and say it's a better watch. Yes it is when you consider just the mechanics but I've never seen anyone wearing one. Digital watches beat everything else when it comes to accuracy and durability but I wouldn't be caught dead wearing one!

Juan Luis · 14 January 2019, 10:35 PM

No. But the best to have if one is lost and needs a ticket to civilization.

Etschell · 14 January 2019, 10:55 PM

There is no reason for me to define best. Take what you think is best in a wristwatch and see if rolex does it best for you. That is the only criteria.

For me it is best based on how I define what a best wristwatch means for me.

enjoythemusic · 14 January 2019, 10:58 PM

Best at ????

The topic is missing a qualifier imho.

asiparks · 14 January 2019, 11:21 PM

Nope.

Certainly the best brand managers, although things are turning a bit sour....
As far as actual watches ?
Durable ?- yes, but not especially

Accurate ?-yes, but not uniquely

Attractive ? Homely, (and with a hotter sister, Tudor). Basically 3 watches - a diver looking one that's sometimes a GMT, a tiny chronograph and a "Perpetual" one that comes in 1000 dial combinations of no date/date/day date depending how much you're looking to spend.

Horologically ? nope, not close...

strafer_kid · 14 January 2019, 11:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oroloi

No. One of the best.........Yes

I would agree. I think it would be hard to claim that any one watch including a Rolex is the best. Rolex is certainly up there though!

codecow · 14 January 2019, 11:31 PM

Not even #1 in waiting lists.

Perhaps #1 in consumer brand recognition.

GoingPlaces · 14 January 2019, 11:45 PM

Not a simple yes or no question. If you want a watch that is reliable, classy, recognizable, well-made and can be dressed up or down then yes. However, if craftsmanship, detailing, elegance are important than there are others.

MCO1 · 14 January 2019, 11:49 PM

What I look for in a watch...yes! Ease of ownership, durability, reliability, history, cost of service/maintaining...cost of entry is a bit high especially now but the best in my book.

watchwatcher · 15 January 2019, 12:36 AM

Of course. This is the Rolex forum, right?

beshannon · 15 January 2019, 01:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Etschell

There is no reason for me to define best. Take what you think is best in a wristwatch and see if rolex does it best for you. That is the only criteria.

For me it is best based on how I define what a best wristwatch means for me.

Understood.

Then my answer is a resounding NO Not even close

Brew · 15 January 2019, 01:03 AM

Best in my world (which is admittedly a bit small).

Hard_Six · 15 January 2019, 01:06 AM

In many respects, yes. In others, no. I love Rolex though!!

mgsooner · 15 January 2019, 01:09 AM

Going out on a long limb here, but if you bring value into the equation...does Omega warrant a mention?

thesharkfactor · 15 January 2019, 01:18 AM

To me, yes.

The Libertine · 15 January 2019, 01:32 AM

Yes, Rolex is the best wristwatch for my individual style and needs.

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14 January 2019, 09:46 PM	#42
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,039	The best wristwatch in the world is the one you are wearing on your wrist no matter the brand. __________________ 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

14 January 2019, 10:55 PM	#47
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	There is no reason for me to define best. Take what you think is best in a wristwatch and see if rolex does it best for you. That is the only criteria. For me it is best based on how I define what a best wristwatch means for me. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

14 January 2019, 10:58 PM	#48
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,028	Best at ???? The topic is missing a qualifier imho. __________________ __________________ ----> TAMPA Meetup In December 2024 <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?p=13450519 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

14 January 2019, 11:21 PM	#49
asiparks "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Portland, OR Watch: ing the Detectives Posts: 1,888	Nope. Certainly the best brand managers, although things are turning a bit sour.... As far as actual watches ? Durable ?- yes, but not especially Accurate ?-yes, but not uniquely Attractive ? Homely, (and with a hotter sister, Tudor). Basically 3 watches - a diver looking one that's sometimes a GMT, a tiny chronograph and a "Perpetual" one that comes in 1000 dial combinations of no date/date/day date depending how much you're looking to spend. Horologically ? nope, not close... __________________ Eagels may soar, but weasels are seldom sucked into jet engines...

14 January 2019, 06:07 PM	#32
bronzeband00 Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: USA Posts: 320	The best for me. No hassle

14 January 2019, 06:27 PM	#33
chris12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Chris Location: New York Watch: SUB HULK 116610LV Posts: 22	Overall looking at different factors I say yes I think Rolex is the best and I will tell you why. One it is a well made high end watch. Two it is affordable to anyone who makes a decent income and/or has good credit. You can spend as little as $5000 or close to or even over a $100,000 to get a brand new Rolex. Even the average person can afford to spend around $9000 (especially if they are paying it off on credit) and get a nice Rolex. The brand is well known and a symbol of success all around the world. It has excellent resale value compared to many other watches. Plus there is a Rolex culture that supports and loves the brand as this forum proves with it's many members, threads and posts. So long live Rolex the best wristwatch in the world.

14 January 2019, 06:35 PM	#34
NAVY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Canada Watch: 114060 Posts: 319	Nope. A good brand, but not the best.

14 January 2019, 06:56 PM	#35
sachit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: india Posts: 455	One of the best.

14 January 2019, 07:49 PM	#36
abozz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: In my home. Watch: 116660, 126600 Posts: 2,905	Absolutly the best wristwatch ever made in my opinion.

14 January 2019, 07:57 PM	#37
juanwinston "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: jakarta Posts: 192	depends on what define the best watch for you. for me? No

14 January 2019, 08:13 PM	#38
mangoseed Banned Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Everywhere Posts: 420	They make the best everyday tool watches and most reliable, but there are brands that are far better with regards to haute horology and hand finishing Screenshot 2019-01-14 at 10.11.42.png Screenshot 2019-01-14 at 10.12.32.png Blued screws, blued seconds hand and Côtes de Genève stripes.

14 January 2019, 08:25 PM	#39
Panych Banned Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: 007 Posts: 327	In general yes, it is, although there are better watches it terms of some different criteria.

14 January 2019, 10:03 PM	#43
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,610	Not the best but one of the best. It will be determined by the metric you use to measure what is the best.

14 January 2019, 10:33 PM	#45
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,082	I voted 'yes.' I can remember who wore a Rolex back from when I was a kid! (eg. my neighbor's dad, he was a doctor.) I remember the Reinhold Messner ads in National Geographic (well they seemed to always have a Rolex on the back cover LOL!) It must be some kind of emotional tie. It's pretty easy to argue they are indeed #1: - Most popular luxury brand. Where I live, not a day goes by that I don't see someone with a Rolex. - Accessible by a huge segment of population due to price (5k-50k) - Very visible, worn by countless celebrities & athletes - Solid quality control & customer support - Very good value retention Is that all due to branding? Much of it is but Rolex still makes a very good product. On the other hand, you could point to something like a Grand Seiko and say it's a better watch. Yes it is when you consider just the mechanics but I've never seen anyone wearing one. Digital watches beat everything else when it comes to accuracy and durability but I wouldn't be caught dead wearing one!

14 January 2019, 10:35 PM	#46
Juan Luis 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Juan Luis Location: Dominican Rep. Watch: Undecided Posts: 1,368	No. But the best to have if one is lost and needs a ticket to civilization.

14 January 2019, 11:31 PM	#51
codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 5,179	Not even #1 in waiting lists. Perhaps #1 in consumer brand recognition.

14 January 2019, 11:45 PM	#52
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	Not a simple yes or no question. If you want a watch that is reliable, classy, recognizable, well-made and can be dressed up or down then yes. However, if craftsmanship, detailing, elegance are important than there are others.

14 January 2019, 11:49 PM	#53
MCO1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Missouri USA Watch: Daytona C white Posts: 2,248	What I look for in a watch...yes! Ease of ownership, durability, reliability, history, cost of service/maintaining...cost of entry is a bit high especially now but the best in my book.

15 January 2019, 12:36 AM	#54
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,002	Of course. This is the Rolex forum, right?

15 January 2019, 01:03 AM	#56
Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	Best in my world (which is admittedly a bit small).

15 January 2019, 01:06 AM	#57
Hard_Six "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Trey Location: Texas Watch: those three’s roll Posts: 3,036	In many respects, yes. In others, no. I love Rolex though!!

15 January 2019, 01:09 AM	#58
mgsooner "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Matthew Location: Tulsa, OK, USA Posts: 1,948	Going out on a long limb here, but if you bring value into the equation...does Omega warrant a mention?

15 January 2019, 01:18 AM	#59
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,639	To me, yes.

15 January 2019, 01:32 AM	#60
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Yes, Rolex is the best wristwatch for my individual style and needs.

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