What is the most recognisable SS Rolex on the wrist?

[Arid]

One time a guy came up and said “nice moon watch”. I was wearing my Daytona.

[JRell]

Black sub date without a doubt is the most recognizable SS watch.

[Roddypeepa]

BLRO without a doubt. Or two tone datejust fluted. Sub date in the mix. Daytona somewhere.

I’d say
DJ
Sub
BLRO
Daytona.


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[CFR]

Originally Posted by Watch-Geek

While I agree with you on the Datejust and cyclops, the Pepsi IS very recognizable.

There is a pop song in my region that covers about 5 countries that used to be one that is CALLED Rolex Pepsi, and the whole song is about a girl flexing her Rolex Pepsi

So at least here, the younger generations already want a Pepsi, because she sings about it

Thanks for this. It probably is a regional thing. And I'd love to hear that song!

Your reply is reminding me that I actually have gotten a few comments on a vintage (1675) Pepsi, but I think that's because the bezel insert and patina on this watch are noticeable. I've gotten no comments on a 16710 Pepsi, with its faded and more subtle bezel insert, which I wear much more often than the 1675.

[Kongelunden]

Originally Posted by Cassian739

General public - Sub-date black bezel
Watch lovers - Pepsi, then Panda Daytona

I’ll second this

[TBC123]

Most comments on any of my watches, yellow dial OP41. 99.9% of the public are indifferent but some just like a bright watch that pops.

[HogwldFLTR]

I think the general public has changed their perspective as there's been a lot of news about the value of Rolex over the past five years. It used to be that none knew anything the brand other than the name. DJ TT was the most recognized in say the 80s and 90s. Now the Sub has had so much publicity that awareness has grown. It's a changing landscape.

[Nodzex]

Even though it’s not the most popular amongst us, the watch enthusiasts, the DJ is the most recognizable and worldwide most popular piece.

[LPan]

Originally Posted by Mystro

White SS Daytona gets not only stares but uncomfortable double takes. It’s made it into pop culture and now a force. My Pepsi gets the same attention as my LVc Sub. It’s the color with those.
The black SS Sub and DJ is the most recognizable but doesn’t get the rock star treatment as it’s so common.

This is ABSOLUTELY spot on

[ingoodtime]

The bluesy in TT or solid YG is very iconic and easly recognized.

[biza]

The Submariner date

[Cassian739]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

I think the general public has changed their perspective as there's been a lot of news about the value of Rolex over the past five years. It used to be that none knew anything the brand other than the name. DJ TT was the most recognized in say the 80s and 90s. Now the Sub has had so much publicity that awareness has grown. It's a changing landscape.

I agree with this; the influence of social media and "flex" culture has changed perceptions. People don't want to flex a DJ, they flex SS Sports watches

[the dark knight]

I mean TBH in terms of the non-watch people I know personally, it's DJ and then there is a HUGE dropoff, even to the Sub.

IME people that recognize a Sub will recognize the GMT and Daytona.

Then I think think there's a small drop off to the OPs and Exp IIs, but those have some distinctive Rolex design elements people will recognize.

Then there is another drop off to the Explorer I. In fact I have now had 2 people with Subs literally on their wrist ask me what I was wearing when they saw my Explorer I.

[Scott TX]

SS Datejust on jubilee bracelet with fluted bezel.

[MrMercedes]

Pepsi all the time!

[jb335]

Sub Date and DJ fluted/jubilee are both tied at top of list


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[WatchTimes]

The Submariner is the most iconic SS Rolex

[Casey VP-26]

I was told by a well known Auction House authority that the most recognizable wristwatch in the world is the Ladies Datejust

[Ferrari308]

Among this crowd, you are likely to get the divided opinions that you have gotten in this thread. The problem is that most all of the designs are so copied these days that nobody knows what any watch is. I could probably go to Wal-Mart in my small town and buy at least two watches that are at least similar to a Rolex.

In my last few years, I have had less than five people actually recognize what watch I was wearing anywhere - and this is switching between my Daytona, Sub, and Datejust. For clarity purposes my Daytona is TT and my DJ36 is also TT on a jubilee.


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[BraveBold]

Originally Posted by Casey VP-26

I was told by a well known Auction House authority that the most recognizable wristwatch in the world is the Ladies Datejust

Interesting. I’d think the Cartier Tank is more generally (instantly) recognizable than the Ladies Datejust.

[geoffreyis]

Let’s see some pics on this thread!!!

[outlaw468]

I think Datejust with jubilee is most recognizable to a non-WIS.

[Ny325]

DateJust with a cyclops, and the Submariner Date.

[SilverKast]

To the general population it’s likely any type of submariner, then maybe a Pepsi or a gold DD or DJ. I’d say gold because many generations looked at the gold Rolex as quite the achievement - usually marking the pinnacle of success, or maybe a retirement gift.

Most people barely register what you wear though unless they’re also watch nerds, or hoping to rob you…

[FrontHeadlock]

Anything with a fluted bezel.

[Oytun]

Originally Posted by joli160

DJ, lots of people would not know a Daytona if they see one. A jubilee bracelet and a fluted bezel everybody knows, followed by a black Submariner

This

No regular people will notice Daytona on your wrist. People know DJ's DD's, Subs

[alphadweller]

I'd say a DJ with a fluted bezel, to the layman.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by subtona

Anything w a cyclops

Yep this

[worldofoyster]

if you know, you know

[B2 Stealth]

BLRO usually but when I wear a blue Sky-Dweller on Oyster I've gotten lots of comments from airline passengers.