Biden’s Rolex causes controversy

[vh2k]

Originally Posted by the dark knight

Weird talking politics here. But I will say that I think Biden knows exactly what he's doing. The man was a Senator forever and then VP for 8 years. He knows wearing a Rolex so prominently could cause some blowback like the article in OP. He could also have continued wearing the Omegas he has previously been seen with. Or gone with a Timex or whatever be more "of the people".

But a Rolex is a ROLEX. Basically to most people that don't know watches, it's the most expensive watch you can get.

The Democrats have gotten a lot of heat from the Republicans about being socialists and their desire to soak the rich. I'm not expressing any personal opinions or political views, that's just been the tone during the campaign.

I honestly think Biden is trying to send a message that if you are wealthy and successful and wear a Rolex, don't worry, I'm not a Socialist, I will be a President for you just as much as the guy that can't even afford a watch.

Very thoughtful and astute hypothesis.

[eanzenberg]

Originally Posted by Ryann24

Why have we gotten to a place where we villianize hard work?

You tell me dude.

[Nikrnic]

Originally Posted by Michael T

What next attack his 1967 Corvette his father gave him, which he still has.

He claimed he buried the speedo on a Jay Leno show . Its a 327/300. He must have forgot the speedo goes to 160.

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[GoingPlaces]

Originally Posted by vh2k

Very thoughtful and astute opinion.

Dark Knight stated that he was not “expressing personal opinions” in an effort to avoid politics and yet did.


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[pexus]

He probably purchased it to be top of the list for a Daytona or Pepsi from the local AD. Proof that Biden is just like one of us?


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[vh2k]

Originally Posted by GoingPlaces

Dark Knight stated that he was not “expressing personal opinions” in an effort to avoid politics and yet did.

I give it a pass. This thread is all in good fun. Beats playing Mario Party on the Nintendo!

[Jack T]

Originally Posted by cydesai

This article NYT published today has gotten lots of pushback on Twitter, causing “Rolex” to become trending #1 on Twitter, which is quite a big deal.

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/22/f...lex-biden.html

Let’s not discuss the politics, but I do agree that the article is crap and sub-standard for NYT. A man who has achieved enough to become president of a country, deserves to wear whatever he wants, even if it’s a jubilee with a smooth bezel.

I wouldn’t be so quick to call any article ‘substandard’ for the NYT

[vh2k]

Originally Posted by pexus

He probably purchased it to be top of the list for a Daytona or Pepsi from the local AD. Proof that Biden is just like one of us?

Mr. President, you’re needed in the situation room.

I can’t. I just got the call on the hotline.

Who? Putin? Netanyahu?

No, my Rolex SA. My Pepsi came in. I gotta go!

[HiBoost]

Back when a Rolex was considered a true working man's timepiece, wasn't the rule of thumb that a quality watch should cost about one week's salary? At $400k for the Presidency that's $7692. So assuming he didn't go gray, the $7900 MSRP comes in right on track. Definitely must have been a slow news day.

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[GradyPhilpott]

I agree with those who say that the article is clueless and full of watch forum clichés.

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[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by brandrea

So much for people not noticing your watch

(That always makes me laugh.)

It is the perfect Rolex for him tho.

Cyclops and nice dial.

I’m glad a world leader has some good taste. I believe 45 had a Cellini and AP too so, y’a. Who cares.

[Jack T]

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[pexus]

Originally Posted by vh2k

Mr. President, you’re needed in the situation room.

I can’t. I just got the call on the hotline.

Who? Putin? Netanyahu?

No, my Rolex SA. My Pepsi came in. I gotta go!

Lol!!


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[GoingPlaces]

Time to close this down.


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[G.Montag]

Originally Posted by Ryann24

Why have we gotten to a place where we villianize hard work?

It’s called socialism.

[wgdaytona]

Horsesh*t. If you can afford nice things, it is your choice to enjoy them. To heck with the NYT and that "working man" garbage. We all work our butts off for lifetimes. It's our call how to spend it. Period.

[Jack T]

That’s all folks!!!

[BNA/LION]

Ibtl... Bitchen' Watch Biden!

[Bozack90]

Originally Posted by dimag333

7 grand is a lot to people who’s work places have been shuttered for coming up on a year.......your in California you should be able to relate, it’s tone deaf

steve

that is a fortune to most/many - especially on something like a watch.

look at how many we have that need stimulus money, are out of work, have just lost their job or job prospect, will have to possibly find a new career as we pull away and focus on different industries because of either COVID or a push for cleaner technology.

I do think the article makes a point as many/most presidents tried to avoid displays of wealth to seem more relatable so this is a bit different. I also agree with the poster above, for someone who essentially has only worked in government/politics they would have to know this is a consideration and could be commented on.

[Aquaholic_user]

The next stimulus check will help me buy a rolex :)

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[Robert Bruce]

the failing New York Times says?

[cydesai]

On a lighter note... I think the writer of the article probably got too pissed and jealous because he still hasn’t gotten his call for his first Rolex.

On a serious note, thanks guys for reaffirming that the article was indeed ridiculous.

[vh2k]

Originally Posted by Aquaholic_user

The next stimulus check will help me buy a rolex :)

“A chicken for every pot” has become “A Rolex for every wrist.”

[RJRJRJ]

What a stupid article. What's next, his suit is too nice? I don't even like the guy, but that was bad. C'mon man!

[Marcjvr]

Well it’s not going to help the supply situation at all. This is only going to make Rolex more popular and desirable

[ricardo-sf]

i think most commenters did not read the article -- its not that bad .. yes they criticise some, but in the end they make the point that this is a ho-hum rolex an entry level rolex .. and befitting his image.

[CalSRQ1]

I remember an article from Bush 1...who at that time wore a timex vs the Soviet leaders Rolex. Clinton also wore (mostly) inexpensive watches when out in public. Lots of optics I suppose. Article is just a snotty piece.

[Mendota]

Originally Posted by RyanJ

They sold Obama's Secret Service watch at the Secret Service store. If you had a friend in the SS or worked in the building you could buy one from the store. However, as soon as the world knew Obama had one, the store sold out in an hour heh. I missed it by a day or two as I was headed over to get one. It was not expensive at all but super cool with the SS seal on the dial.

Gotta love the hype.

I was on another forum with a member who was an SS agent. He had one and posted pics of it right after he got it. He said they started out as a normal item but then the hype turned it into a collector's item and then suddenly you couldn't get it after that.

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[Dirt]

Originally Posted by DocOc

This is why we will never have an electorate that is fully informed and makes sound decisions.

Quite right.
But this has always been the case all over the world.
What's diseminated and digested though the usual media channels is mostly low grade with soft interviews and the rest of it. I still can't quite get my head around fake news in its various forms

[Preeble]

Omg. Take politics away. He was a senator forever, then a VP and then a private citizen that likely made a lot of money doing speeches. He is vastly successful. Why can't he wear a rolex?

I say good for him.