Should I bring my SubC to Mexico City?

[Marlboro.]

Originally Posted by shoresguy

I’ve worn my Rolex every where I go even in Mexico. Two things I keep in mind:
1. common sense
2. situational awareness


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Yeah, but you don't really want to have a heightened situational awareness while on vacation.

[Tha Baron]

Originally Posted by exador

Actually it's not even in the Top 50. St. Louis, Baltimore, New Orleans and Detroit are far more dangerous.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_o...by_murder_rate

I wouldn’t go to the those cities either

[jb335]

I wore a 16750 to Baja once and it caught the eye of one of the local workers at my hotel and he told me I was nuts to wear that watch in Mexico....

[hbombkid]

This is seriously cracking me up the responses “why be worried”, “I took my timex” etc.

I can’t believe people spends 1000s on a vacation but are worried about wearing a watch. Why on earth would you go to a place where you have doubt to wear a watch.

Like I said know your surroundings and have commons sense and you will be fine.

[mray6375]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Okay. With all due respect. Most replying on this thread are clueless. Mexico City is just as safe (or unsafe) as many US cities (of course, don't venture in less-than-pleasant parts of the city at 4AM by yourself). If you'd wear it in Chicago, you should objectively wear it in CMDX as well.

This!

[aknajera]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Okay. With all due respect. Most replying on this thread are clueless. Mexico City is just as safe (or unsafe) as many US cities (of course, don't venture in less-than-pleasant parts of the city at 4AM by yourself). If you'd wear it in Chicago, you should objectively wear it in CMDX as well.

Totally agree. They’ve been watching too many cartel movies.

[Matteo E]

No, Mexico City is DICEY

[Marlboro.]

A lot of other posters don't seem to take into consideration that it is more difficult to be aware of your surroundings in an unfamiliar environment.

[Etschell]

A lot of offensive posts here. On topic I probably would travel with a patek.

FWIW chicago and Baltimore are just as dangerous.

[Vanmarsenille]

These "should I take my Rolex to ........." threads are normally great for a laugh. I've been to Mexico 3 times, actually bought my first Rolex there at Ultrajewels in Cancun, about 12-13 years ago. That said, Mexico, even the Riviera Maya, isn't as safe as it used to be. If you must go to there for work, ok, but I wouldn't go there by choice.

[Vanmarsenille]

Originally Posted by Marlboro.

A lot of other posters don't seem to take into consideration that it is more difficult to be aware of your surroundings in an unfamiliar environment.

We have a winner.

[blue lion]

Wear what you want. Most people don't notice or care.

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by Etschell

FWIW chicago and Baltimore are just as dangerous.

I actually agree. Last summer, I went into a local town about 15min outside the resorts of Riviera Maya to score some authentic Mexican tacos. Never felt unsafe. On the flip side, there are a couple of US cities where I’ve had my head on a swivel.

[rolexinfl]

All the 'its just as dangerous as Chicago and Baltimore!' posts are hilarious....because normal Americans dont flash watches in those terrible cities either - so that says nothing about CDMX.

If you are comparing Mexico City to Memphis, Baltimore, or etc....it's not a compliment.

[_speedmaster_]

Also, reading some of these posts, I have a feeling this thread won’t be around much longer....

[rolexinfl]

Originally Posted by blue lion

Wear what you want. Most people don't notice or care.

Two types of people notice watches, and they DO notice them; watch enthusiasts and criminals.

[reeko]

Originally Posted by 1mlee0916

Wow... seriously?

I wonder how many that have replied here have actually been to CDMX.

I’ve been there three times in the past three years already. Assuming you’re staying in the touristy areas, and especially Polanco, you have nothing to be worried about.

The top 1% live and play in Polanco. Your Rolex will be just another in a sea of other submariners.

I am not Mexican or have any family from Mexico. Just total unbiased opinion from someone who’s been to the city multiple times over the years.

Like someone said here earlier, same question could be asked about LA. Would you wear your Rolex to Compton or Inglewood? What about Beverly Hills? They’re all in LA!!!




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I think the issue is 95% of visitors stand out. The wealthy who live there speak Spanish and are known by local criminals and are left alone. They're also more aware of where to go and what to do.

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[Vanmarsenille]

Originally Posted by JayG

I'm actually kind of shocked at the level of wussiness on this board. I've traveled the
world(including Mexico many many times) wearing any watch I choose, except PM watches. As long as you exercise the same caution you do in any city in the US you will be fine.
I honestly feel more nervous in the US knowing our inane gun laws allow pretty much anyone to buy an assault weapon. I know the 2nd amendment...

I was a little shocked too, initially. Like you, I have travelled extensively, almost always wearing a Rolex. That said, times do change; and if someone has to ask the question, then they are clearly worried. However, to suggest that you are somehow safer in Mexico than you are in the US is a bit of a stretch.

[djyolky]

Why make yourself a target? G-Shock and be done with it.

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[reeko]

Originally Posted by Vanmarsenille

I was a little shocked too, initially. Like you, I have travelled extensively, almost always wearing a Rolex. That said, times do change; and if someone has to ask the question, then they are clearly worried. However, to suggest that you are somehow safer in Mexico than you are in the US is a bit of a stretch.

I agree with this. Mexico has gotten more dangerous. There are even travel advisories now, since many Canadian tourists have been injured or killed.

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[Omega2000]

Yes Mexico City is a rather large city as others have mentioned.

I was there 3 weeks ago. Primarily in the Roma neighborhood which was very nice. Did some traveling to the pyramids and other sections of th city roughly 30 min outside the heart of downtown.

Left my BLNR at home and travled with the Seamaster. I think I made a good choice.

[timewarped80]

You should be ok they only kidnap the rich locals.

[lamnyc]

Leave it at home.. you don’t want to be nervous every time someone gets too close.

[cvo]

You can’t enjoy it there - not worth the chance. A seiko sounds perfect.

[USP45Tim]

I've hung out with the supposedly corrupt policia at a checkpoint while wearing a Sub. Never once did I feel unsafe. Those guys have it rough, though.

Just use common sense while out and about. Most people probably think the Rolex you're wearing is fake, anyway.

[doboy007]

Do it, but it's not my watch or my wrist :)

[Old Geezer]

I was in Mexico City 6 months ago. Was always with work colleagues and we weren't out in the bars and clubs or walking the streets in the wee hours of the morning. We were dressed like business people with sports coats, etc and never felt uneasy. I think you have as much chance of being targeted in Mexico City as you do in any large metropolitan city. If you are worried or unsure, just leave it home so you aren't stressing over it while you are there. Safe travels.

[antbkny]

I’d be more worried about the cops shaking you down in Mexico.

[JayG]

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Originally Posted by rolexinfl

All the 'its just as dangerous as Chicago and Baltimore!' posts are hilarious....because normal Americans dont flash watches in those terrible cities either - so that says nothing about CDMX.

If you are comparing Mexico City to Memphis, Baltimore, or etc....it's not a compliment.

It sounds to me that you live in a constant state of fear... I think it would be wise if you and your Rolex just stayed in Florida.

[dba]

Originally Posted by MR. STEEL

My SubC date is the watch I usually travel with. Never having been to Mexico City I'd like to some insight from anyone who's been there. Ive never thought much about traveling with it since I've owned it (about 7 years) but now with the shortages and price increases I'm not sure anymore. Is Mexico City somewhere I'd have to worry about wearing it ?

Try reading this thread next time you or anyone else posts one of these "Is it safe" threads. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=668348

You don't have to be in a third world country for things to go wrong.