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landroverking · 24 January 2009, 01:38 PM

Panerei produced diving watches for the Royal Italian Navy starting in the 1930s.

And they ran on a Rolex movement!

CORPORATE · 24 January 2009, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

And am glad to do it.

They are good at marketing as you can see they have completely brainwashed me!

But leave me alone! I am a happy man!

me too

Bisquitlips · 24 January 2009, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Only problem, Richard, is......it would cost MUCH MORE to lease that damn bathysphere and a well-qualified, professional crew to recover the DSSD than the actual cost of a new watch!!

Actually I corrected my post, but you quoted me before I could get it done. The marianas trench is 32,201 feet deep. The DSSD is only good to a measly 12,800 feet.

With that said, remember we are buying Rolex for the name and the fun of owning one.

Now, what would be more fun than renting a bathy and her crew and going after that missing DSSD at 12K feet?

It's all about the fun and prestige isn't it!

landroverking · 24 January 2009, 01:57 PM

[With that said, remember we are buying Rolex for the name and the fun of owning one.

Now, what would be more fun than renting a bathy and her crew and going after that missing DSSD at 12K feet?

It's all about the fun and prestige isn't it!

[/QUOTE]

It should be about "please yourself"....I have $200 German knock offs that I enjoy wearing as much as my Omega Speedmaster Pro (Moon Phase) or any of my Rolex's...I just don't put them thru the same hard wear.... that my GMT, Sub, or Daytona go thru....funny the $200 watch I would never swim with ....climb a tower.... work on a transmitter (with it on)...but to when it comes to Rolex there is never a second thought about it being on... I buy watches to please me and no one else.

GradyPhilpott · 24 January 2009, 01:59 PM

You are paying for the name, but not only a name. It is a name that is associated with a century-long history of excellence, reliability, durability, innovation, adventure, and charitable endeavors.

To some the name Rolex is just a well-known prestige watch that is typically easily identified.

To others, it is that and all the aforementioned things, as well.

If Rolex were junk, the storied history would be for naught and the price would collapse as the reputation tarnished, but such is not the case.

Yes, you are paying for the name, but then why shouldn't you?

Nica64 · 24 January 2009, 02:00 PM

Yes I do, Rolex is a Rolex...... King of watches!!!!

Bisquitlips · 24 January 2009, 02:15 PM

When we purchase a "Rolex" we are purchasing well known and validated history.

Among the company's innovations are the first self-winding watch; the first waterproof watch case; the first wristwatch with a date on the dial; the first watch to show two timezones at once; and most importantly the first watchmakers to earn the coveted chronometer certification for a wristwatch. To date, Rolex still holds the record for the most certified chronometer movements in the category of wristwatches. Another little known fact is that Rolex participated in the development of the original quartz watch movements. Although Rolex has made very few quartz models for its Oyster line, the company's engineers were instrumental in design and implementation of the technology during the early 1970s.

The first self-winding Rolex watch was offered to the public in 1931, powered by an internal mechanism that used the movement of the wearer's arm. This not only made watch-winding unnecessary, but eliminated the problem of over-winding a watch and harming its mechanism. Rolex was also the first watch company to create a truly waterproof watch - another milestone from novelty to functional timepiece. Wilsdorf even went so far as to have a specially made Rolex watch attached to the side of the Trieste bathyscaphe, which went to the bottom of the Mariana Trench. The watch survived and tested as having kept perfect time during its descent and ascent. This was confirmed by a telegram sent to Rolex the following day saying "Am happy to confirm that even at 11,000 meters your watch is as precise as on the surface. Best regards, Jacques Piccard

Rolex has also made a reputation in watches suitable for the extremes of deep-sea diving, aviation and mountain climbing. Early sports models included the Oyster Perpetual Sea Dweller 2000 (in 1971). This watch featured a helium release valve, co-invented with Swiss watchmaker Doxa, to release helium gas build-up during decompression. Another sports model is the GMT Master, originally developed at the request of Pan Am Airways, to assist pilots in transcontinental flights. The Explorer and Explorer II were developed specifically for explorers who would navigate rough terrain - such as the world famous Everest Expeditions.

On the more glamorous side, Ian Fleming's James Bond character wore a Rolex Oyster Perpetual in the series of spy novels. In the early EON production Bond films, Commander Bond wore a Rolex Submariner. However, for the Bond films starring Pierce Brosnan, James Bond's standard issue watch is an Omega Seamaster. This is due in part to Omega being open to jointly promote their association with the films producers djbwatches.com.

Nuff said?

tommypit · 24 January 2009, 02:32 PM

Yes we are buying the name Rolex. To go one step further, my sea master keeps better time

Bisquitlips · 24 January 2009, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by tommypit

Yes we are buying the name Rolex. To go one step further, my sea master keeps better time

You need to get that Sea Master fixed then!

bodybump · 24 January 2009, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by CORPORATE

It's the Philippines sea deep or the Mariana Trench as they call it, that is if you remember your history

Philippines?? did somebody mentioned Philippines???

I miss the Philippines..i wanna go back home...

Blown Wide Open · 24 January 2009, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by baldyspoon

I had Rolex in the past but I think in my opion Omega is now better value for money, and don't see why I can't post my opinons here no one else seems to have a problem, so get a life it is only someone having their opion on their choice of watch at this place in time. I am not knocking Rolex and in the future may buy Rolex again but at the moment think Omeaga is better than Rolex. Just because you love Rolex so much you don't need to thrust it down someones throat so much.

You are more than welcome to enter into a Rolex forum and tout the praises of Omega all day long if you like. However, it is a waste of your time and ours since this is a ROLEX enthusiast forum.

Also, it probably seems you are having "Rolex thrust down your throat." because this is a ROLEX enthusiast forum.

Are you seeing a pattern here?

PAtrick

jets · 24 January 2009, 03:08 PM

You get what you pay for; or you pay for what you get.

jas55 · 24 January 2009, 03:46 PM

A little bit yes, but you are buying a great product of very high quality too

rayt · 24 January 2009, 04:23 PM

lets put it this way.omega is a decent watch its given.but ROLEX is simply the best there is.it will always be the sentimental favorite from the generation to generation.rolex is the best really.an anology would be theres only one michael jordan in basketball one tiger woods in golf one roger federer in tennis one michael schumacher in formula1.see my point?rolex is synonymous with success.and you just want to wear that watch in your wrist. R O L E X! destined to be number 1...dont get me wrong i also have other watches.but rolex is my favorite.

Z-Sub · 24 January 2009, 04:54 PM

we're paying the cost of advertising the company put out to let others know we're wearing great watches...

rayt · 24 January 2009, 05:33 PM

wow! i just posted a while ago re this thread without bothering to read the previous post. now i came back with more time thus i read all the previous posts.now i realized this a game between omega and rolex.well i must say its a landslide victory for the team ROLEX! as expected..i suggest lets get our acts together and get the next ROLEX that we want.hahaha.thats the ultimate solution to this debate!

Spark · 24 January 2009, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blown Wide Open

You are more than welcome to enter into a Rolex forum and tout the praises of Omega all day long if you like. However, it is a waste of your time and ours since this is a ROLEX enthusiast forum.

Also, it probably seems you are having "Rolex thrust down your throat." because this is a ROLEX enthusiast forum.

Are you seeing a pattern here?

PAtrick

Bisquitlips · 24 January 2009, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by landroverking

[With that said, remember we are buying Rolex for the name and the fun of owning one.

Now, what would be more fun than renting a bathy and her crew and going after that missing DSSD at 12K feet?

It's all about the fun and prestige isn't it!

It should be about "please yourself"....I have $200 German knock offs that I enjoy wearing as much as my Omega Speedmaster Pro (Moon Phase) or any of my Rolex's...I just don't put them thru the same hard wear.... that my GMT, Sub, or Daytona go thru....funny the $200 watch I would never swim with ....climb a tower.... work on a transmitter (with it on)...but to when it comes to Rolex there is never a second thought about it being on... I buy watches to please me and no one else.[/QUOTE]

I concur! I also own an Omega Speedmaster, a TX, and some PAM homage watches that I also like to wear. These also please me.

Bisquitlips · 24 January 2009, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by baldyspoon

I would always buy Omega above Rolex the quality is better and half the price and better than any Rolex I have owned, I sold all my Rolex and now own five Omegas and love them all.

Here is my take. Omega sells for less simply because it cannot command the price of a Rolex. The same could possibly be said when comparing Rolex to a Patek. But your point was that you feel "Omega is better than any Rolex and half the price". That is a profoundly uneducated statement in my opinion. No offense intended.

Omega would charge more if it could justify doing so. It can't. Therefore there must be business reasons for that. In business you charge as much as the market will bear for your produce. The astute watch buyer knows that you get what you pay for.

As an Omega owner, I also appreciate the price point and quality of these timepieces, but I would never say that Omega is better and half the price. In the world of watches this statement never makes sense nor can it stand the test of investigation or scrutiny.

Again, if Omega could command the price they would charge it, and in the realm of world class timepieces you do get what you pay for.

But you are entitled to your opinion. If I held that opinion, I would be very careful making that opinion well publicized in a forum full of many well versed and experienced timepiece affecionados such as TRF.

rrruuunnn · 24 January 2009, 06:54 PM

Bought it because it keeps its value and impresses the females. You buy a Tag it and losses over half its value on the first day. You buy a Rolex at discount and you can sell it for almost the same price. The market says the watch is good.

Trurolexer · 24 January 2009, 06:57 PM

ROLEX = Quality.

Spark · 24 January 2009, 07:14 PM

Yes I bought the name, but not for a Brand reason for a history reason.
I collect vintage Mechanical watches.
I thought I needed a Rolex in that collection as they have achieved a lot in horological terms in a very short history compared to long histories of say Omega, Longines, Patek, Audermars etc etc...
This however turned in to an appreciation of the marque and now I own more Rolex and fewer others.
All my Rolex watches are over 25 years old.
The arguement that a cheap Timex/Casio will do just as good a job is both relevant and irrelevant at the same time.
It will of course tell the time and be more acurate than a Mechanical Rolex, but that is not the reason I buy mechanical watches.
I wear a cheap quartz to tell the time during my everyday job as a Rolex or other quality watch would be ruined in a short time.
I buy mechanical watches as they interest me.
The fact a mechanical watch can keep time to within a couple of seconds a day is amazing, this coupled with classic designs is why I buy the watches I buy, whether they be Rolex, Heuer, Omega, Longines, Patek or any other make.
I guess I'm just a sad old WIS

Omega_Precision · 24 January 2009, 08:50 PM

I have been counting those that said Yes/No/Both.....

8 people bought their Rolex because they liked the style of the watch........

5 people bought their Rolex because of their brand and history..................

21 people bought their Rolex purely because of name..............................

I counted the members that answered the question on why they bought their watch. Other comments of the brand was not counted, as they didn't answer the question.

Good thread....The OP could be right.

CORPORATE · 24 January 2009, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Omega_Precision

I have been counting those that said Yes/No/Both.....

8 people bought their Rolex because they liked the style of the watch........

5 people bought their Rolex because of their brand and history..................

21 people bought their Rolex purely because of name..............................

I counted the members that answered the question on why they bought their watch. Other comments of the brand was not counted, as they didn't answer the question.

Good thread....The OP could be right.

So majority of us buy this watch for it's powerful and majestic name "ROLEX",, I salute the rolex company marketing manager for it's genius delivery of it's merchandise, it makes me want to buy and buy this particular watch. It's like what my professor use to say that "anything expensive is sweet to wear" to be honest it is true well I think that's the natural core of our human being pride and prestige. Every watch in this world have their own patena or history first here first that patented here patented there but in this forum Rolex will be the winner and always the winner.,,with respect to omega die hard lovers your a winner too in your own omega forum next door.

milspec · 24 January 2009, 11:15 PM

The same materials the $1,000,000 plus dollar Ferrari enzo is made of, can be found in a nice $30,000 mercedes ... but you don't see people surrounding a $30,000 mercedes and taking pics of it or drooling over it .... somehow in an Enzo, those materials are molded and put together differently ... when you touch it, you feel it, you smell it, your spirit , your soul knows the difference ....when the enzo starts, it sounds different .... it has a rich history that can be traced back and last but not least, is the name ....

yeah a TIMEX keeps better time and a toyota corolla can carry more groceries than an enzo but if this is the measure by which you judge these pieces of craftsmanship, then you are missing the big pic

ROLEX is like the Enzo ... its mere presence invokes intrigue and awe .....and for 99.99% of the things you do in life, it would not matter whether you wear a ROLEX or not, but knowing your ROLEX is made to kick ASS, really makes it worthwhile ..... just like in an Enzo, once in a while, you press on the gas ever so gently and the engine roars and comes to life and you feel the back of the seat hit the back of your head and then an undeniable feel of acceleration ... and the only thing out of your mouth is "wow, it is worth it" ...

Spark · 25 January 2009, 12:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by milspec

The same materials the $1,000,000 plus dollar Ferrari enzo is made of, can be found in a nice $30,000 mercedes ... but you don't see people surrounding a $30,000 mercedes and taking pics of it or drooling over it .... somehow in an Enzo, those materials are molded and put together differently ... when you touch it, you feel it, you smell it, your spirit , your soul knows the difference ....when the enzo starts, it sounds different .... it has a rich history that can be traced back and last but not least, is the name ....

yeah a TIMEX keeps better time and a toyota corolla can carry more groceries than an enzo but if this is the measure by which you judge these pieces of craftsmanship, then you are missing the big pic

ROLEX is like the Enzo ... its mere presence invokes intrigue and awe .....and for 99.99% of the things you do in life, it would not matter whether you wear a ROLEX or not, but knowing your ROLEX is made to kick ASS, really makes it worthwhile ..... just like in an Enzo, once in a while, you press on the gas ever so gently and the engine roars and comes to life and you feel the back of the seat hit the back of your head and then an undeniable feel of acceleration ... and the only thing out of your mouth is "wow, it is worth it" ...

That sounds like the voice of experience.
I'm as Jealous as hell

chenx15 · 25 January 2009, 12:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by milspec

The same materials the $1,000,000 plus dollar Ferrari enzo is made of, can be found in a nice $30,000 mercedes ... but you don't see people surrounding a $30,000 mercedes and taking pics of it or drooling over it .... somehow in an Enzo, those materials are molded and put together differently ... when you touch it, you feel it, you smell it, your spirit , your soul knows the difference ....when the enzo starts, it sounds different .... it has a rich history that can be traced back and last but not least, is the name ....

yeah a TIMEX keeps better time and a toyota corolla can carry more groceries than an enzo but if this is the measure by which you judge these pieces of craftsmanship, then you are missing the big pic

ROLEX is like the Enzo ... its mere presence invokes intrigue and awe .....and for 99.99% of the things you do in life, it would not matter whether you wear a ROLEX or not, but knowing your ROLEX is made to kick ASS, really makes it worthwhile ..... just like in an Enzo, once in a while, you press on the gas ever so gently and the engine roars and comes to life and you feel the back of the seat hit the back of your head and then an undeniable feel of acceleration ... and the only thing out of your mouth is "wow, it is worth it" ...

my friend i give you my utmost homage and servitude!

f16570 · 25 January 2009, 12:36 AM

It would not be a Rolex if it did not have the name on it!

f16570 · 25 January 2009, 12:40 AM

Is it Rolex's fault that they have managed to produce something that is the envy of others? I do not think so
Is it the best in the market? I do not think so

And to answer the OP question, no I liked the look of the watch.

TempoKing · 25 January 2009, 12:51 AM

We...are buying the "deliverance" ...that the name Rolex provides.

24 January 2009, 02:00 PM	#96
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Yes I do, Rolex is a Rolex...... King of watches!!!! __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

24 January 2009, 02:15 PM	#97
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	When we purchase a "Rolex" we are purchasing well known and validated history. Among the company's innovations are the first self-winding watch; the first waterproof watch case; the first wristwatch with a date on the dial; the first watch to show two timezones at once; and most importantly the first watchmakers to earn the coveted chronometer certification for a wristwatch. To date, Rolex still holds the record for the most certified chronometer movements in the category of wristwatches. Another little known fact is that Rolex participated in the development of the original quartz watch movements. Although Rolex has made very few quartz models for its Oyster line, the company's engineers were instrumental in design and implementation of the technology during the early 1970s. The first self-winding Rolex watch was offered to the public in 1931, powered by an internal mechanism that used the movement of the wearer's arm. This not only made watch-winding unnecessary, but eliminated the problem of over-winding a watch and harming its mechanism. Rolex was also the first watch company to create a truly waterproof watch - another milestone from novelty to functional timepiece. Wilsdorf even went so far as to have a specially made Rolex watch attached to the side of the Trieste bathyscaphe, which went to the bottom of the Mariana Trench. The watch survived and tested as having kept perfect time during its descent and ascent. This was confirmed by a telegram sent to Rolex the following day saying "Am happy to confirm that even at 11,000 meters your watch is as precise as on the surface. Best regards, Jacques Piccard Rolex has also made a reputation in watches suitable for the extremes of deep-sea diving, aviation and mountain climbing. Early sports models included the Oyster Perpetual Sea Dweller 2000 (in 1971). This watch featured a helium release valve, co-invented with Swiss watchmaker Doxa, to release helium gas build-up during decompression. Another sports model is the GMT Master, originally developed at the request of Pan Am Airways, to assist pilots in transcontinental flights. The Explorer and Explorer II were developed specifically for explorers who would navigate rough terrain - such as the world famous Everest Expeditions. On the more glamorous side, Ian Fleming's James Bond character wore a Rolex Oyster Perpetual in the series of spy novels. In the early EON production Bond films, Commander Bond wore a Rolex Submariner. However, for the Bond films starring Pierce Brosnan, James Bond's standard issue watch is an Omega Seamaster. This is due in part to Omega being open to jointly promote their association with the films producers djbwatches.com. Nuff said? __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

24 January 2009, 03:08 PM	#102
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24 January 2009, 03:46 PM	#103
jas55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Lach Location: Western Australia Posts: 759	A little bit yes, but you are buying a great product of very high quality too __________________ Explorer 2-Polar Omega Seamaster Quartz

24 January 2009, 04:54 PM	#105
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	Of Course we're paying the cost of advertising the company put out to let others know we're wearing great watches... __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

24 January 2009, 01:38 PM	#91
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Panerei produced diving watches for the Royal Italian Navy starting in the 1930s. And they ran on a Rolex movement!

24 January 2009, 01:57 PM	#94
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	[With that said, remember we are buying Rolex for the name and the fun of owning one. Now, what would be more fun than renting a bathy and her crew and going after that missing DSSD at 12K feet? It's all about the fun and prestige isn't it! [/QUOTE] It should be about "please yourself"....I have $200 German knock offs that I enjoy wearing as much as my Omega Speedmaster Pro (Moon Phase) or any of my Rolex's...I just don't put them thru the same hard wear.... that my GMT, Sub, or Daytona go thru....funny the $200 watch I would never swim with ....climb a tower.... work on a transmitter (with it on)...but to when it comes to Rolex there is never a second thought about it being on... I buy watches to please me and no one else.

24 January 2009, 01:59 PM	#95
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	You are paying for the name, but not only a name. It is a name that is associated with a century-long history of excellence, reliability, durability, innovation, adventure, and charitable endeavors. To some the name Rolex is just a well-known prestige watch that is typically easily identified. To others, it is that and all the aforementioned things, as well. If Rolex were junk, the storied history would be for naught and the price would collapse as the reputation tarnished, but such is not the case. Yes, you are paying for the name, but then why shouldn't you?

24 January 2009, 02:32 PM	#98
tommypit Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: tommy Location: NYC Watch: 2005 TT Sub Black Posts: 279	Yes we are buying the name Rolex. To go one step further, my sea master keeps better time

24 January 2009, 04:23 PM	#104
rayt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Earth Watch: must be rolex Posts: 630	lets put it this way.omega is a decent watch its given.but ROLEX is simply the best there is.it will always be the sentimental favorite from the generation to generation.rolex is the best really.an anology would be theres only one michael jordan in basketball one tiger woods in golf one roger federer in tennis one michael schumacher in formula1.see my point?rolex is synonymous with success.and you just want to wear that watch in your wrist. R O L E X! destined to be number 1...dont get me wrong i also have other watches.but rolex is my favorite.

24 January 2009, 05:33 PM	#106
rayt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Earth Watch: must be rolex Posts: 630	wow! i just posted a while ago re this thread without bothering to read the previous post. now i came back with more time thus i read all the previous posts.now i realized this a game between omega and rolex.well i must say its a landslide victory for the team ROLEX! as expected..i suggest lets get our acts together and get the next ROLEX that we want.hahaha.thats the ultimate solution to this debate!

24 January 2009, 06:54 PM	#110
rrruuunnn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Watch: Explorer 2 Posts: 12	Bought it because it keeps its value and impresses the females. You buy a Tag it and losses over half its value on the first day. You buy a Rolex at discount and you can sell it for almost the same price. The market says the watch is good.

24 January 2009, 06:57 PM	#111
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	ROLEX = Quality.

24 January 2009, 07:14 PM	#112
Spark "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Mark Location: U.K. Watch: Too Many Posts: 2,097	Yes I bought the name, but not for a Brand reason for a history reason. I collect vintage Mechanical watches. I thought I needed a Rolex in that collection as they have achieved a lot in horological terms in a very short history compared to long histories of say Omega, Longines, Patek, Audermars etc etc... This however turned in to an appreciation of the marque and now I own more Rolex and fewer others. All my Rolex watches are over 25 years old. The arguement that a cheap Timex/Casio will do just as good a job is both relevant and irrelevant at the same time. It will of course tell the time and be more acurate than a Mechanical Rolex, but that is not the reason I buy mechanical watches. I wear a cheap quartz to tell the time during my everyday job as a Rolex or other quality watch would be ruined in a short time. I buy mechanical watches as they interest me. The fact a mechanical watch can keep time to within a couple of seconds a day is amazing, this coupled with classic designs is why I buy the watches I buy, whether they be Rolex, Heuer, Omega, Longines, Patek or any other make. I guess I'm just a sad old WIS

24 January 2009, 08:50 PM	#113
Omega_Precision Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Henry Location: CA, US Watch: ing basketball Posts: 2,977	I have been counting those that said Yes/No/Both..... 8 people bought their Rolex because they liked the style of the watch........ 5 people bought their Rolex because of their brand and history.................. 21 people bought their Rolex purely because of name.............................. I counted the members that answered the question on why they bought their watch. Other comments of the brand was not counted, as they didn't answer the question. Good thread....The OP could be right.

24 January 2009, 11:15 PM	#115
milspec Banned Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 164	The same materials the $1,000,000 plus dollar Ferrari enzo is made of, can be found in a nice $30,000 mercedes ... but you don't see people surrounding a $30,000 mercedes and taking pics of it or drooling over it .... somehow in an Enzo, those materials are molded and put together differently ... when you touch it, you feel it, you smell it, your spirit , your soul knows the difference ....when the enzo starts, it sounds different .... it has a rich history that can be traced back and last but not least, is the name .... yeah a TIMEX keeps better time and a toyota corolla can carry more groceries than an enzo but if this is the measure by which you judge these pieces of craftsmanship, then you are missing the big pic ROLEX is like the Enzo ... its mere presence invokes intrigue and awe .....and for 99.99% of the things you do in life, it would not matter whether you wear a ROLEX or not, but knowing your ROLEX is made to kick ASS, really makes it worthwhile ..... just like in an Enzo, once in a while, you press on the gas ever so gently and the engine roars and comes to life and you feel the back of the seat hit the back of your head and then an undeniable feel of acceleration ... and the only thing out of your mouth is "wow, it is worth it" ...

25 January 2009, 12:36 AM	#118
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	It would not be a Rolex if it did not have the name on it! __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

25 January 2009, 12:40 AM	#119
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Is it Rolex's fault that they have managed to produce something that is the envy of others? I do not think so Is it the best in the market? I do not think so And to answer the OP question, no I liked the look of the watch. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

25 January 2009, 12:51 AM	#120
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	We...are buying the "deliverance" ...that the name Rolex provides.

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