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alexraptor · 28 June 2012, 07:41 AM

i think id kill myself

BH13GMT · 28 June 2012, 07:45 AM

Did Rolex develop their own quartz movement for the Oysterquarz or buy one in from another house of manufacture?
I cant see the Sub getting the 3 cylinder powerplant. Whats the point?

Dr. Robert · 28 June 2012, 07:51 AM

I'd buy one.......but only if it had lug holes.

crowncollection · 28 June 2012, 07:55 AM

not my cup of tea

nauticajoe · 28 June 2012, 07:59 AM

Not interested.

Rolex Freak · 28 June 2012, 08:03 AM

No thank you.

Boothroyd · 28 June 2012, 08:24 AM

However, if they made a model with a tuning-fork, kinetic or solar powered, I would, of course, be all in (sarcasm font).

Jannal · 28 June 2012, 08:31 AM

Depend on price.

mrbill2mrbill2 · 28 June 2012, 08:48 AM

Why would I want a quartz Sub??

I cannot think of a single reason.

mvmbles · 28 June 2012, 09:02 AM

I have nothing against quartz, but I wouldn't dream of buying a quartz Submariner.

caryyee · 28 June 2012, 09:15 AM

Hmmm, interesting question. Do we buy a Rolex for the brand, or for the quality of the movement? Let's face it, Rolex in the publics eyes is at the top. In WIS's eyes, Rolex is probably a mid-level luxury brand. I must admit, a good part of the reason I like Rolex's, is the brand recognition. If a quartz model didn't devalue the brand, and is recognized as being just as good as any other Rolex model, yeah, I might entertain the idea of buying on. But not if it devalues the brand.

Beelzy · 28 June 2012, 09:17 AM

Perish the thought!

Kanger · 28 June 2012, 09:53 AM

I love quartz watches, and my first nice watch was a Citizen Eco Drive Calibre 8700. Having said that, I do not like the idea of quartz on the iconic Submariner. Something would be out of place there.

How · 28 June 2012, 10:02 AM

No thanks. Putting a quartz movement in a Submariner would be like putting an electric motor in the legendary Porsche 911.

(Yes the Porsche 911 could very well be electric powered in the future for many reasons; environmentally friendlier and more fuel efficient just to name a few. But a 911 would just not drive, feel and be the same as the legendary 911 that we know and love, with an electric motor!)

cptmike03 · 28 June 2012, 10:19 AM

I own one of the blue Omega SMP in Quartz and I like it, however it would not be right for the Sub. There is just something wrong about that one.

Michael M. · 28 June 2012, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cptmike03

I own one of the blue Omega SMP in Quartz and I like it, however it would not be right for the Sub. There is just something wrong about that one.

X2!!

swissautopro · 28 June 2012, 10:57 AM

No ... way ...

jolimont · 28 June 2012, 11:05 AM

If they did come out with a quartz sub, the price would be adjusted accordingly ....then Rolex will become Tag Heuer

karmatp · 28 June 2012, 11:25 AM

I am not a Rolex fan, I am a mechanical watch fan. It just so happens that Rolex makes a couple of mechanical watches that I enjoy.

So basically, if Rolex made a quartz sub, it would never be on my wrist.

DCgator · 28 June 2012, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BH13GMT

Did Rolex develop their own quartz movement for the Oysterquarz or buy one in from another house of manufacture?

My very first DJ had a quartz movt. According to the knowledgeable salesman the quartz used in Rolex watches (circa 1990) were their own and not bought from another producer (Japan, etc).

Ebruner · 28 June 2012, 01:06 PM

Never, Never, and Never for me. I have no interest in a battery powered watch.

-Eddie

gslaskin · 28 June 2012, 02:15 PM

If it was solar powered and atomic regulated I would buy one. It would be the ultimate watch in my opinion. The looks and build quality of a Rolex Sub with the best available timekeeping technology.

Until then I will have to settle for my beater Casio with Solar/Atomic technology. I wish this had the cleaner style and amazing build of a Rolex.

jackwebb · 28 June 2012, 03:19 PM

I got rid of my last quartz watch several years ago and have no intention to add another one anytime soon

Xenophon · 29 June 2012, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BH13GMT

Did Rolex develop their own quartz movement for the Oysterquarz or buy one in from another house of manufacture?
I cant see the Sub getting the 3 cylinder powerplant. Whats the point?

Paul, Rolex developed their in-house quarzt using the analog Temperature Compensated Voltage Controlled Crystal Oscillator method of thermo-compensation. I think that they are the only manufacturer to use this method of thermo-compensation.

zama · 29 June 2012, 07:47 AM

I dont carry the hate towards quartz that many seem to have. My Paiget is Quartz but the value is in creating something super thin so it lends itself to a dress watch IMHO. I don't claim to to be the watch guru most on the forum are but aren't some of the PP Aquanaut's quartz, that is one of the coolest sports watches around. Certainly on my wish list, and unless my watch sites are lying they are not going for under $1000 either......

jimbones43 · 29 June 2012, 07:49 AM

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FeelingTheBlues · 29 June 2012, 08:04 AM

Quartz movement!? Eewww!

I would probably give it a thought but to be honest the Submariner isn't my favorite model, let along paying the probably high price for it (I do not believe a quartz Rolex would be less expensive). I gave the Oysterquartz Datejust (and Day-Date) a thought a couple of times but ended up with the mechanical model, I have nothing against quartz (in fact, I quite like them and I think they do have a place in one's collection) but I don't think I'd go for this particular one.

kkwn98 · 29 June 2012, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alexraptor

i think id kill myself

I think you need professional help.

FeelingTheBlues · 29 June 2012, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkwn98

I think you need professional help.

28 June 2012, 07:45 AM	#32
BH13GMT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: UK, Dorset Watch: and learn Posts: 2,636	Did Rolex develop their own quartz movement for the Oysterquarz or buy one in from another house of manufacture? I cant see the Sub getting the 3 cylinder powerplant. Whats the point? __________________ Rolex Sub 1680, Rolex GMT 116710LN, Rolex Datejust 16220 Salmon Dial (the Mrs), Tudor BB58, Tudor Pelagos Blue and Several Seiko's ************************************************ *************** "last one in the chopper is a rotten egg" Jonathan Quayle Higgins III

28 June 2012, 07:51 AM	#33
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,018	I'd buy one.......but only if it had lug holes. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

28 June 2012, 07:55 AM	#34
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,215	not my cup of tea __________________ watches many

28 June 2012, 08:24 AM	#37
Boothroyd 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Daniel Location: Minneapolis, MN Watch: Wilsdorf(s) Posts: 10,257	However, if they made a model with a tuning-fork, kinetic or solar powered, I would, of course, be all in (sarcasm font). __________________ Explorer 214270 MK I/Datejust II Black 116300/Tudor Heritage Black Bay Black 79220N

28 June 2012, 08:31 AM	#38
Jannal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 685	Depend on price. __________________ Bell & Ross: BRS-98S Casio: G-Shock GW-5000-1JF / DW-5040 40th / DW-5035D 35th / DW-5030C 30th / DW-5000SP 20th / DW-5600C-9CV / Marlin W-450 Panerai: Luminor 000i Seiko: SBGX117 / SBGX335 / SNE543P1

28 June 2012, 07:41 AM	#31
alexraptor "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Alexander Location: New Jersey Posts: 29	i think id kill myself

28 June 2012, 07:59 AM	#35
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Not interested.

28 June 2012, 08:03 AM	#36
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	No thank you.

28 June 2012, 08:48 AM	#39
mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	Why would I want a quartz Sub?? I cannot think of a single reason. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of the Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons - ID # 13

28 June 2012, 09:02 AM	#40
mvmbles "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Nick Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 759	I have nothing against quartz, but I wouldn't dream of buying a quartz Submariner.

28 June 2012, 09:15 AM	#41
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	Hmmm, interesting question. Do we buy a Rolex for the brand, or for the quality of the movement? Let's face it, Rolex in the publics eyes is at the top. In WIS's eyes, Rolex is probably a mid-level luxury brand. I must admit, a good part of the reason I like Rolex's, is the brand recognition. If a quartz model didn't devalue the brand, and is recognized as being just as good as any other Rolex model, yeah, I might entertain the idea of buying on. But not if it devalues the brand.

28 June 2012, 09:17 AM	#42
Beelzy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cen-Cal Watch: 16610 Posts: 869	Perish the thought!

28 June 2012, 09:53 AM	#43
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	I love quartz watches, and my first nice watch was a Citizen Eco Drive Calibre 8700. Having said that, I do not like the idea of quartz on the iconic Submariner. Something would be out of place there.

28 June 2012, 10:02 AM	#44
How "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbourne Watch: 16610, Tudor 1960 Posts: 1,554	No thanks. Putting a quartz movement in a Submariner would be like putting an electric motor in the legendary Porsche 911. (Yes the Porsche 911 could very well be electric powered in the future for many reasons; environmentally friendlier and more fuel efficient just to name a few. But a 911 would just not drive, feel and be the same as the legendary 911 that we know and love, with an electric motor!)

28 June 2012, 10:19 AM	#45
cptmike03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Northern VA Watch: 14060M, 16234 Posts: 104	I own one of the blue Omega SMP in Quartz and I like it, however it would not be right for the Sub. There is just something wrong about that one.

28 June 2012, 10:57 AM	#47
swissautopro "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: South Carolina Watch: 3.3M 1655 Mk I Posts: 2,384	No ... way ... __________________ "A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a bandit, and scarcity like an armed man." Proverbs 24 "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than open your mouth and remove all doubt." Unknown "Better to be a nobody and yet have a servant than pretend to be somebody and have no food." Proverbs 12

28 June 2012, 11:05 AM	#48
jolimont "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Will Location: land of oz Watch: sundial Posts: 2,219	If they did come out with a quartz sub, the price would be adjusted accordingly ....then Rolex will become Tag Heuer

28 June 2012, 11:25 AM	#49
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I am not a Rolex fan, I am a mechanical watch fan. It just so happens that Rolex makes a couple of mechanical watches that I enjoy. So basically, if Rolex made a quartz sub, it would never be on my wrist. __________________ My grails:

28 June 2012, 01:06 PM	#51
Ebruner "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Eddie Location: Kentucky Watch: 118208 Posts: 2,510	Never, Never, and Never for me. I have no interest in a battery powered watch. -Eddie __________________

28 June 2012, 02:15 PM	#52
gslaskin Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Minnesota, USA Posts: 429	If it was solar powered and atomic regulated I would buy one. It would be the ultimate watch in my opinion. The looks and build quality of a Rolex Sub with the best available timekeeping technology. Until then I will have to settle for my beater Casio with Solar/Atomic technology. I wish this had the cleaner style and amazing build of a Rolex.

28 June 2012, 03:19 PM	#53
jackwebb "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: Louisville KY Watch: crazy Posts: 634	I got rid of my last quartz watch several years ago and have no intention to add another one anytime soon __________________ Instagram is jackw3bb https://www.instagram.com/jackw3bb/

29 June 2012, 07:47 AM	#55
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,807	I dont carry the hate towards quartz that many seem to have. My Paiget is Quartz but the value is in creating something super thin so it lends itself to a dress watch IMHO. I don't claim to to be the watch guru most on the forum are but aren't some of the PP Aquanaut's quartz, that is one of the coolest sports watches around. Certainly on my wish list, and unless my watch sites are lying they are not going for under $1000 either...... __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

29 June 2012, 07:49 AM	#56
jimbones43 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Jim Location: Earth Posts: 1,067	0

29 June 2012, 08:04 AM	#57
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Quartz movement!? Eewww! I would probably give it a thought but to be honest the Submariner isn't my favorite model, let along paying the probably high price for it (I do not believe a quartz Rolex would be less expensive). I gave the Oysterquartz Datejust (and Day-Date) a thought a couple of times but ended up with the mechanical model, I have nothing against quartz (in fact, I quite like them and I think they do have a place in one's collection) but I don't think I'd go for this particular one. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

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