Why, Exactly, Did You Buy A Rolex ??

[pz93c]

I'll buy one because I want one.

Same as my Omega.

[jbjenkins]

I really felt like I was missing something in the watch world - and I was.

[Boopie]

A combination of things...I was at a point in my career where I had felt I had really "made it," I had already purchased a home, drove a nice car, and I wanted a great watch. Of course, Rolex not just makes a great watch but has a great reputation. Certainly the marketing and brand image went into the decision. Everyone knows what a Rolex is. Plus, I had no children (yet) so I didn't have to worry that I was being self-centered and depriving my children of a college education. So, when my 10th anniversary approached, I told my husband I wanted a Rolex Yachtmaster.

While I liked the Rolex brand I was never a fan of the ladies' Oyster Date Just. None of Rolex's ladies' models "smiled" at me, but I did like the Sub. So, when I saw the Yachtmaster, I fell in love with it. I enjoy wearing it as much today as when my husband bought it for me almost 8 years ago.

While resale didn't factor into the decision to get a Rolex, as I would never sell it, it's nice to know that a Rolex holds its value, unlike many other brands or, for example, clothing and accessories.

[bodybump]

Originally Posted by dubeagle

Have you seen the GMT IIc?!

Every body here does..

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Originally Posted by cody p

because i thought it would make me happy...

hahaha so cody it didnt???

[DRKBC]

Originally Posted by Tools

OK, OK,

this is not one of those esoteric "I love my Rolex because...." threads..

It seems to me that 90% of the time when somebody talks about getting a Rolex any more, it is caveatted with the "When I sell it..", or "What will it be worth in 2010", or I gotta have a box and papers 'cause "when I sell it..."

yadda, yadda...

So, my question is ...Why, exactly did you buy a Rolex if the first thing you're thinking of is getting rid of it.. ??

For me, Rolex's are tough as nails and very well finished and it I like the spirit, adventure and history of the brand. I am not a Swiss banker or a relative of royalty so I have never really wanted a Breguet or a Patek but I am an active person that loves travel and adventure and I think the watch suits me in that respect. As far as buying it to get rid of it all I can say is as with every material possession (as has been proven lately) you should buy it right and and take care of it so that if the need arises you can get out of it and live to buy again.

[Dylan Wade]

A friend of mine brought his many years ago in Singapore and something about his watch has always stuck in my mind particularly the cool unmistakable look of the Oyster strap links and the fact his was not the usual Rolex I had seen around before.

Fast forward 5-6 years and I saw an add in a Men’s magazine (mind out of the gutter; it was GQ or something) for the new GMT IIc and that was it as it was/is the coolest watch I have ever seen and the fact that it was a Rolex made it just untouchable.

By the way my friend has is EXP II (Polar), so I ended up with that too as each was will be handed over to my children upon their 21st birthdays……….that’s the plan anyway.

The whole value/investment thing is just a bonus in my eyes as you never really know what is around the corner as I like to be prepared for the WORST but always expect the BEST!

[Brushpup]

Because I have always loved watches and thought Rolex was the ultimate. For me it is in many ways, and it is likely that it will be the very best I can ever afford.

[rpryan55]

I wanted a Rolex since I was very young. Growing up without much money the successful men I saw all wore the Rolex brand. Sad to say, my first Rolex purchase had nothing whatsoever to do with anything other than status. It was only after I bought my first one (a Rolesor OP) that I came to appreciate fine watches. My life has been downhill from there.

[Widows Son]

I bought my TT Date because I like the brand's history, and dependability. I bought it because I liked the white dial, and Roman Numerals. It can be worn with jeans, or a suit. I bought it pre-owned and got a good deal on it. It looks/runs like new and was about 1/3 the cost of a brand new one. I've since added an AK, and a TT Datejust for my other half.

[dcmachead]

I've been looking at them for years, but the price has always given me pause. Instead, I'd get a nice watch, but it was always a compromise from what I really wanted.

My wife finally said, "If you add up the compromise watches, you could own a Rolex." She green lighted not one, but two Rolexes--nice to be able to drop coin like that and not have to hear about it ;) My son will get both of them.

My wife got a champagne faced DJ w/ diamond markers ;)

[niels74]

Hmmm why did i finally buy a rolex, as long as i can remember i collected watches,all kinds, all brands working non working, then you get older and really want smth special, for me the holy grail was once to own a rolex,like climbing the everest.... many years later i finally bought the 1st rolex, 2e hand 16040, ill never forget the feeling of taking it out of the box , and wearing it, 15 years later is still ticks away,, its one of those watches you just never get writ off.. Feck i sound old.. !!!
i never buy any watch with the intention to sell it , of course it happens that some get sold off, yet never for profit, mostly to make some financial space for another...

[Naked Man]

i bought a rolex for 2 reasons...

1. to have a great watch
2. to show off my wealth in a way that many people will recognise

[James T]

Originally Posted by Naked Man

i bought a rolex for 2 reasons...

1. to have a great watch
2. to show off my wealth in a way that many people will recognise

Hahahha. Another honest man in the house!

[Jimbits76]

Can I change my answer?

I bought mine because Tara Reid has one!!!!!!!!!!

J

[James T]

Nice one Jim!

[Tools]

Some great stories here guys...

[niels74]

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Can I change my answer?

I bought mine because Tara Reid has one!!!!!!!!!!

J

if you can so can i , with money we dont have we buy things we dont need to impress people we dont like ....

[mpkRolex]

My bank couldnt make any more deposit in my account because they ran out of digits so I had to buy a rolex

The real reason is - I had been waiting since long (10 yrs may be) to buy a Rolex. It was only after 10 years that I had enough cash set aside to afford my first Rolex. The second came very soon although it was an impulse buy. Now I sold my first one and am keeping my second (SS sub it is)

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Can I change my answer?

I bought mine because Tara Reid has one!!!!!!!!!!

J

What an inspiration!

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by Naked Man

i bought a rolex for 2 reasons...

1. to have a great watch
2. to show off my wealth in a way that many people will recognise

Did you succeed on the second one. To my surprise people hardly ever notice my Sub. But that was not my intent to buy in the first place. I was crazy about the Brand just because it was well recognized overall. And it created a perception in my mind that this was the best watch to own.

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by niels74

if you can so can i , with money we dont have we buy things we dont need to impress people we dont like ....

I like the answer

[James T]

Originally Posted by mpkRolex

Did you succeed on the second one. To my surprise people hardly ever notice my Sub. But that was not my intent to buy in the first place. I was crazy about the Brand just because it was well recognized overall. And it created a perception in my mind that this was the best watch to own.

they do notice... most just don't tell you about it, but they do know the watch you are wearing is something of great value...

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by James T

they do notice... most just don't tell you about it, but they don know the watch you are wearing is something of great value...

I can live with less people noticing my watch just to stay away from muggers

[Naked Man]

Originally Posted by mpkRolex

Did you succeed on the second one. To my surprise people hardly ever notice my Sub. But that was not my intent to buy in the first place. I was crazy about the Brand just because it was well recognized overall. And it created a perception in my mind that this was the best watch to own.

To be honest, it's been commented on twice

The first time was at National tyres, I was in the waiting room whilst having two new tyres fitted to my car and another customer asked me if it was real i said yeah, he asked if he could have a look so i took it off and gave it to him... he gave it a good look over, said it was nice and handed it back

the second time was by somebody who also had a rolex on, he asked me if it was a sea-dweller and showed me his sub

no women yet, i'm working on it though

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by Naked Man

To be honest, it's been commented on twice

The first time was at National tyres, I was in the waiting room whilst having two new tyres fitted to my car and another customer asked me if it was real i said yeah, he asked if he could have a look so i took it off and gave it to him... he gave it a good look over, said it was nice and handed it back

the second time was by somebody who also had a rolex on, he asked me if it was a sea-dweller and showed me his sub

no women yet, i'm working on it though

You lucky

I am sure no chic will fall for a SS Sub. So other shiny one may be - bluesy/platty or daytona may be

[rmilian]

I like the way they look!

[llamaofdoom]

Had wanted one since college. Was able to actually afford a used tutone Date when I was 24. Wore it for almost 9 years before I decided it was time for something else. And then the sickness began. After a while, I figured out I could enjoy them and make money on them, too...as long as I bought them right.

[astcell]

1. Celebrate my divorce.
2. Christmas present to myself in Qatar.
3. Milgauss! No reason necessary!
4. Old sub, always wanted one.
5. Birthday present to myself.

[Erix]

Mine's a keeper...unless under extreme financial presure or with gun to my head, I'll keep mine.