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Matman167 · 23 May 2016, 09:41 AM

I'm sure this has been discussed a bunch of times but I'm new to this forum so please bear with me. I'm going to Europe next month and I'm courious if they do any kind of tour what so ever at their HQ? I'm hearing they don't but wondering if anyone on here has any insight . Or maybe they have a museum ? Thanks !

THC · 23 May 2016, 09:41 AM

I think you are allowed to drive by and look...other then that, nope

RolexAuthority · 23 May 2016, 11:12 AM

Go to the Patek museum in Geneva instead you'll be stunned

Star Ferry · 23 May 2016, 11:38 AM

there's also the Beyer watch museum in zurich

kirksingleton · 23 May 2016, 12:14 PM

The Bmw and Porsche museums are cool!

TheVTCGuy · 23 May 2016, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by THC

I think you are allowed to drive by and look...other then that, nope

They changed it recently, you have to close your eyes when driving by now... I heard the number of accidents has dramatically increased.

Tri-Tip · 23 May 2016, 02:22 PM

I heard that if you go to the Rolex factory and say the magic words, you can get a Daytona-C at 25% off.

madgpol · 23 May 2016, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by RolexAuthority

Go to the Patek museum in Geneva instead you'll be stunned

Agree with this. Little tip go to the Patek boutique first and say you plan to visit the museum. You should get free entry

Shichinin · 23 May 2016, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

They changed it recently, you have to close your eyes when driving by now... I heard the number of accidents has dramatically increased.

W44NEG · 23 May 2016, 08:45 PM

Unfortunately, a tour of Rolex is about as likely as Daytonas being handed out for free at Starbucks. I've never known such a closed-off company which is a real shame, as I hear they have an incredible museum inside for employees and guests.

If you want to have an amazing afternoon seeing incredible, rare pieces such as JFK's inauguration watch and various Space bits and Bobs, make sure you visit the Omega museum in Bienne. The curator is an incredible chap and I've been 4 times but still find new things to see each time!

There's another museum in Bienne as well, which is as you enter the city. It's the history of the city but has some incredible watches in there. Very early Rolex models etc. No photos allowed (do what you like at Omega), but well worth a visit.

Patek is great as mentioned but not as interesting to me as the Omega Museum. Omega is free by the way.

Runnin' Rebel · 23 May 2016, 10:49 PM

This Video will be as close as us mere mortals and scubs on here will most likely ever get. Lot of minutes of close up shots of the tech putting the 116713 together for the most part.

And at the end it's the 116713 together in all its glory. About 5-6 minute long. fasinatng video.

Below is a link not embedded

https://youtu.be/x5ArSjYlJ9Y

SeaAndSky · 24 May 2016, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Star Ferry

there's also the Beyer watch museum in zurich

I enjoyed visiting this museum as well. I'd also like to drop by Rolex sometime when I'm in Geneva.

watchwatcher · 24 May 2016, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by THC

I think you are allowed to drive by and look...other then that, nope

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

They changed it recently, you have to close your eyes when driving by now... I heard the number of accidents has dramatically increased.

masyv6 · 24 May 2016, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

They changed it recently, you have to close your eyes when driving by now... I heard the number of accidents has dramatically increased.

Quote:

Originally Posted by THC

I think you are allowed to drive by and look...other then that, nope

Daytona88 · 24 May 2016, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

They changed it recently, you have to close your eyes when driving by now... I heard the number of accidents has dramatically increased.

With this crew if we closed our eyes for 10 seconds we might actually be safer!

Nav01L · 24 May 2016, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by kirksingleton

The Bmw and Porsche museums are cool!

And the Merc one as well if you go to Zuffenhausen, might as well add Untertürkheim

In terms of watches, I understand Jaeger are pretty welcoming. Omega too and Longines if I'm not mistaken.

teqp · 24 May 2016, 05:55 AM

If you make it to Biel/Bienne, you can go to the Omega Museum. From what I recall they are closed on Mondays. of course that is the only free day I had when I was in the area earlier this year. Biel/Bienne is about a 55 minute train ride north of Geneva. Have fun.

DeeTee · 24 May 2016, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Runnin' Rebel

This Video will be as close as us mere mortals and scubs on here will most likely ever get. Lot of minutes of close up shots of the tech putting the 116713 together for the most part.

And at the end it's the 116713 together in all its glory. About 5-6 minute long. fasinatng video.

Below is a link not embedded

https://youtu.be/x5ArSjYlJ9Y

Thank you for posting that!
Most footage I've ever seen inside Rolex! I'm assuming this video is circa 2008?

cop414 · 24 May 2016, 06:08 AM

You'll find this interesting, no video but a great read, especially the last half about the factory.

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/inside-rolex

23 May 2016, 09:41 AM	#1
Matman167 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: PHIL Location: New York Watch: Rolex 116613lv Posts: 54	Rolex tours in Switzerland? I'm sure this has been discussed a bunch of times but I'm new to this forum so please bear with me. I'm going to Europe next month and I'm courious if they do any kind of tour what so ever at their HQ? I'm hearing they don't but wondering if anyone on here has any insight . Or maybe they have a museum ? Thanks !

23 May 2016, 10:49 PM	#11
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	This Video will be as close as us mere mortals and scubs on here will most likely ever get. Lot of minutes of close up shots of the tech putting the 116713 together for the most part. And at the end it's the 116713 together in all its glory. About 5-6 minute long. fasinatng video. Below is a link not embedded https://youtu.be/x5ArSjYlJ9Y __________________ ♛

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cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,147	You'll find this interesting, no video but a great read, especially the last half about the factory. https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/inside-rolex __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

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THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,662	I think you are allowed to drive by and look...other then that, nope

23 May 2016, 11:12 AM	#3
RolexAuthority Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: London Posts: 1,233	Go to the Patek museum in Geneva instead you'll be stunned

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Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	there's also the Beyer watch museum in zurich

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kirksingleton "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,759	The Bmw and Porsche museums are cool!

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Tri-Tip "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CA, USA Watch: Out!!! Posts: 6,471	I heard that if you go to the Rolex factory and say the magic words, you can get a Daytona-C at 25% off.

23 May 2016, 08:45 PM	#10
W44NEG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: NW England, UK Posts: 109	Unfortunately, a tour of Rolex is about as likely as Daytonas being handed out for free at Starbucks. I've never known such a closed-off company which is a real shame, as I hear they have an incredible museum inside for employees and guests. If you want to have an amazing afternoon seeing incredible, rare pieces such as JFK's inauguration watch and various Space bits and Bobs, make sure you visit the Omega museum in Bienne. The curator is an incredible chap and I've been 4 times but still find new things to see each time! There's another museum in Bienne as well, which is as you enter the city. It's the history of the city but has some incredible watches in there. Very early Rolex models etc. No photos allowed (do what you like at Omega), but well worth a visit. Patek is great as mentioned but not as interesting to me as the Omega Museum. Omega is free by the way.

24 May 2016, 05:55 AM	#17
teqp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Phil Location: SoCal Watch: 116613LN Posts: 3,052	If you make it to Biel/Bienne, you can go to the Omega Museum. From what I recall they are closed on Mondays. of course that is the only free day I had when I was in the area earlier this year. Biel/Bienne is about a 55 minute train ride north of Geneva. Have fun.

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