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JJ Irani · 4 September 2005, 04:03 PM

Hi guys,

I've heard a lot of criticism about my new Planet Ocean. Sure, it has an orange coloured bezel, but after recent comparisons with the fugly looking AP, I'm not sure how many of you are joking and how many of you are truly serious.

I'll stick by my guns and say that I truly love and admire the watch.

Honestly, guys, the bracelet puts Rolex bracelets to shame in terms of solidness, finish and clasp: but that's another story.

Questions: Do you like the PO? Do you hate the PO? Are you neutral toward it? I would appreciate your very honest and sincere votes. Don't hold back any punches.

Please vote now.

Thanks - JJ

Gedanken · 4 September 2005, 04:32 PM

I don't hate it, but orange does absolutely nothing for me, and because I'm partial towards the Sub/SD, the Seamaster-type watches don't really interest me.

JJ Irani · 4 September 2005, 05:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

I don't hate it, but orange does absolutely nothing for me, and because I'm partial towards the Sub/SD, the Seamaster-type watches don't really interest me.

Thanks for your honesty, James.

Next?

padi56 · 4 September 2005, 05:55 PM

Well I like it, wish Helium/valve was flush like SD,must agree with JJ regarding
the bracelet.If the black insert is the same as the orange,you could change
and have two different looks for the price of one.

Mr. K · 4 September 2005, 05:57 PM

Hey JJ,

When I first saw the PO I liked it. I really liked the hands. But then I found out the dial was matte.

I like gloss black dials. But even with that I was still thinking about getting one, for the price. Try to get 30% off list on a Rolex.

But the main thing I did not like was the helium release valve. I would never use it. I don't get submersed in a bathyscape. Helium would never get in my watch. At least on the Rolex SD it is flush with the case. But on the Seamaster it just sticks out like a sore thumb. IMHO. But I like simple, that is why I haven't bought a GMT yet. And that is a fuction that I might even use.

I think the PO is a good watch, just don't like it enough to choose wearing it over my Sub date.

As for the orange. For now, I like it! Very fresh and very fashionable.

But then again in the late 80s I thought I would be wearing a certain Fluorescent pink shirt for many years to come. Only time will tell if the orange color is a fad.

AJC · 4 September 2005, 08:58 PM

JJ,

Perhaps a 4th choice to vote."Warming to it." I find I am coming around to it and I actually like the orange bezel.

The size is still not my cuppa but I can honestly say I like the overall appearance and would be happy enough to own one.

I am going to regret this but I have been trying to suss out the bezel.Does it have crown guards?(Here comes the hard bit

) Could you please post a picture of the crown and guards.

Aaron

padi56 · 4 September 2005, 09:16 PM

Aaron please check this out first please please please,you can get it in 42mm
as well as 45.5mm
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=299

mamas · 4 September 2005, 09:45 PM

JJ.. we love to rib you about the pumpkin, but i really love this watch.. it is a refreshing chnage from the countless other clone divers available.. and the dial is very reminiscant of older omega seamasters .. i only wish the bezel was all orange and not silver / orange.
i dont think that orange is just a fad colour.. look at the doxa 300T that is at leats 30 years old and it had an orange dial!
The only other critism i would have is the he release valve spoils the symmetry of the watch.. but i suppose that it is what is associated with SM these days..like the cyclops and rolex.
mamas

baseballduck · 4 September 2005, 11:30 PM

I voted neutral. It depends what kind of mood I'm in wether I like it or not. I personally would prefer it with the black bezel and I wish it came in 40mm. Now only if I knew the price.

Tyler

Rockrolex · 4 September 2005, 11:58 PM

JJ, I give you a hard time about the Pumpkin, but I couldn't vote to hate it. I voted neutral. I don't really like it, but mostly because of the orange color. If it had a nice black bezel, I would probably like it.

JJ Irani · 5 September 2005, 04:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

JJ, I give you a hard time about the Pumpkin, but I couldn't vote to hate it. I voted neutral. I don't really like it, but mostly because of the orange color. If it had a nice black bezel, I would probably like it.

As you must be aware, Ed, it does come with a black dial and matching black bezel. Even the markers are white in this case, the only thing being orange is the very tip of the centre sweep.

Rockrolex · 5 September 2005, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

As you must be aware, Ed, it does come with a black dial and matching black bezel. Even the markers are white in this case, the only thing being orange is the very tip of the centre sweep.

I know it does, JJ. But that's not the one you have. Now if you would show pictures of the black bezel PO, I would most likely praise it to the skies.

JJ Irani · 5 September 2005, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

I know it does, JJ. But that's not the one you have. Now if you would show pictures of the black bezel PO, I would most likely praise it to the skies.

So then it's just the colour, uh? Hmmm....gets me thinking

...never mind, I still love orange.

Goodwatch · 5 September 2005, 07:05 AM

I love it 100%. A black bezel would make it yet another Rolex clone (wannabe). But I also love to bug JJ about that orange abomination

Frans.

dman · 7 September 2005, 08:26 AM

Voted nuetral, but I love it with the black bezel, maybe on a rubber strap.

Gunther · 8 September 2005, 01:59 PM

JJ,
As I said in the other PO discussion post, I love it! I just can't HAVE it. (Story of my life. Too many wants, too little green.) If I had the funds, you would have a partner in crime!

Gun

molex · 8 September 2005, 02:05 PM

JJ, you know I rarely venture out of the Rolex forum, but I'm here to support your Planet Ocean purchase, I think the PO is a stunning watch. The orange version isn't for me, but I think it's a good looking watch anyways.

Ignore the philistines, that's a beauty, stick with it!

JJ Irani · 8 September 2005, 06:04 PM

Thanks to both you wonderful guys.....for appreciating my PO that much!!

Just for that a special picture for you guys. Thanks once again!!

Rockrolex · 8 September 2005, 10:31 PM

JJ, I want you to get down on your knees and thank me. Why? For showing admirable restraint in not deleting this entire thread. Not only do I see an 8 x 10 glossy of the Pumpkin in the first post, but then I come all the way down to the last posting and what do I see - 2 more 8 x 10 glossies of the same friggin' thing.

AAAARRRRRRGGGGGHHHHH
I can't stand this anymore. You are driving me crazy with those pictures. I don't know how much longer I can take this.

SSSSCCCRRRRRREEEEEAAAAAAAAMMMMMMM!!!!

dman · 9 September 2005, 03:26 AM

LMAO!! Great post Ed!!

Goodwatch · 9 September 2005, 03:49 AM

Godverdegodver nog an toe zeg! Krijg nou toch de tering, weer die klote PO!

I'd better NOT translate this, tender souls on this forum and all that. JJ, you win, I give in. Just tell me how much you want to stop this and where I have to put the paper bag with the cash. But beware: kiwi's are a soft fruit, bruises easily you know

Frans.

JJ Irani · 9 September 2005, 03:55 AM

Hey guys,

Those 2 pics were specifically in honour of Brent and Micah - nobody else!!!

Gunther · 9 September 2005, 01:56 PM

Ed,
My freind, you simply must try some decaf! I am concerned about your blood pressure and overall health. That beautiful watch shouldn't evoke such a dramatic response. (No matter how many thousand of times it has been posted.) (From every possible angle!)
As we well know, our good freind JJ is fighting OCD daily. His only compulsion is to repeatedly post pics of the orange beast. We should be thankful that this his only problem. They always say,"You should never mess with the insane." Sooner or later they snap!
Embrace his sickness. And rest assured he'll be on to a new watch in a few months!

Take two of these and call me in the morning!

Gun

Rockrolex · 9 September 2005, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gunther

Ed,
My freind, you simply must try some decaf! I am concerned about your blood pressure and overall health. That beautiful watch shouldn't evoke such a dramatic response. (No matter how many thousand of times it has been posted.) (From every possible angle!)
As we well know, our good freind JJ is fighting OCD daily. His only compulsion is to repeatedly post pics of the orange beast. We should be thankful that this his only problem. They always say,"You should never mess with the insane." Sooner or later they snap!
Embrace his sickness. And rest assured he'll be on to a new watch in a few months!

Take two of these and call me in the morning!

Gun

Thank you, Gun, for putting it in perspective. It was your last comment that made the difference. I should have realized we probably won't have to put up this this monstrosity for much longer. What do you think? Six months max, before we are subjected to the "New Love OF His Life". Heaven only knows what that will be!!

Rockrolex · 9 September 2005, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hey guys,

Those 2 pics were specifically in honour of Brent and Micah - nobody else!!!

Then why didn't you PM them and spare the rest of us?

View Poll Results: My opinion of the PO
Love it...	9	42.86%
Hate it...	4	19.05%
Neutral toward it...	8	38.10%
Voters: 21. You may not vote on this poll

4 September 2005, 04:03 PM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Once and for bloody all... Hi guys, I've heard a lot of criticism about my new Planet Ocean. Sure, it has an orange coloured bezel, but after recent comparisons with the fugly looking AP, I'm not sure how many of you are joking and how many of you are truly serious. I'll stick by my guns and say that I truly love and admire the watch. Honestly, guys, the bracelet puts Rolex bracelets to shame in terms of solidness, finish and clasp: but that's another story. Questions: Do you like the PO? Do you hate the PO? Are you neutral toward it? I would appreciate your very honest and sincere votes. Don't hold back any punches. Please vote now. Thanks - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!! Last edited by JJ Irani; 4 September 2005 at 04:08 PM..

4 September 2005, 04:32 PM	#2
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	I don't hate it, but orange does absolutely nothing for me, and because I'm partial towards the Sub/SD, the Seamaster-type watches don't really interest me. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

4 September 2005, 05:55 PM	#4
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,016	Well I like it, wish Helium/valve was flush like SD,must agree with JJ regarding the bracelet.If the black insert is the same as the orange,you could change and have two different looks for the price of one. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

4 September 2005, 09:16 PM	#7
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,016	Aaron please check this out first please please please,you can get it in 42mm as well as 45.5mm http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=299 __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

4 September 2005, 05:57 PM	#5
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,074	Hey JJ, When I first saw the PO I liked it. I really liked the hands. But then I found out the dial was matte. I like gloss black dials. But even with that I was still thinking about getting one, for the price. Try to get 30% off list on a Rolex. But the main thing I did not like was the helium release valve. I would never use it. I don't get submersed in a bathyscape. Helium would never get in my watch. At least on the Rolex SD it is flush with the case. But on the Seamaster it just sticks out like a sore thumb. IMHO. But I like simple, that is why I haven't bought a GMT yet. And that is a fuction that I might even use. I think the PO is a good watch, just don't like it enough to choose wearing it over my Sub date. As for the orange. For now, I like it! Very fresh and very fashionable. But then again in the late 80s I thought I would be wearing a certain Fluorescent pink shirt for many years to come. Only time will tell if the orange color is a fad.

4 September 2005, 08:58 PM	#6
AJC Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 1,878	JJ, Perhaps a 4th choice to vote."Warming to it." I find I am coming around to it and I actually like the orange bezel. The size is still not my cuppa but I can honestly say I like the overall appearance and would be happy enough to own one. I am going to regret this but I have been trying to suss out the bezel.Does it have crown guards?(Here comes the hard bit ) Could you please post a picture of the crown and guards. Aaron

4 September 2005, 09:45 PM	#8
mamas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 792	JJ.. we love to rib you about the pumpkin, but i really love this watch.. it is a refreshing chnage from the countless other clone divers available.. and the dial is very reminiscant of older omega seamasters .. i only wish the bezel was all orange and not silver / orange. i dont think that orange is just a fad colour.. look at the doxa 300T that is at leats 30 years old and it had an orange dial! The only other critism i would have is the he release valve spoils the symmetry of the watch.. but i suppose that it is what is associated with SM these days..like the cyclops and rolex. mamas

4 September 2005, 11:30 PM	#9
baseballduck "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Tyler Location: Pinehurst NC Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 1,018	I voted neutral. It depends what kind of mood I'm in wether I like it or not. I personally would prefer it with the black bezel and I wish it came in 40mm. Now only if I knew the price. Tyler __________________ Sedit qui timuit ne non succederet. Member #84

4 September 2005, 11:58 PM	#10
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,935	JJ, I give you a hard time about the Pumpkin, but I couldn't vote to hate it. I voted neutral. I don't really like it, but mostly because of the orange color. If it had a nice black bezel, I would probably like it. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

5 September 2005, 07:05 AM	#14
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	I love it 100%. A black bezel would make it yet another Rolex clone (wannabe). But I also love to bug JJ about that orange abomination Frans. __________________ Member# 127

7 September 2005, 08:26 AM	#15
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Voted nuetral, but I love it with the black bezel, maybe on a rubber strap. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

8 September 2005, 01:59 PM	#16
Gunther Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Right behind you! Posts: 70	Dept of Redundancy Dept JJ, As I said in the other PO discussion post, I love it! I just can't HAVE it. (Story of my life. Too many wants, too little green.) If I had the funds, you would have a partner in crime! Gun

8 September 2005, 02:05 PM	#17
molex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: California Posts: 220	You know I rarely venture out >>> JJ, you know I rarely venture out of the Rolex forum, but I'm here to support your Planet Ocean purchase, I think the PO is a stunning watch. The orange version isn't for me, but I think it's a good looking watch anyways. Ignore the philistines, that's a beauty, stick with it! __________________ "Through the tool watch, Rolex became allied not just with dependability and accuracy, but with great human achievement." Vintage Rolex Sports Models Skeet & Urul

8 September 2005, 06:04 PM	#18
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Thank you, Brent (Gun) and Micah!! Thanks to both you wonderful guys.....for appreciating my PO that much!! Just for that a special picture for you guys. Thanks once again!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

8 September 2005, 10:31 PM	#19
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,935	JJ, I want you to get down on your knees and thank me. Why? For showing admirable restraint in not deleting this entire thread. Not only do I see an 8 x 10 glossy of the Pumpkin in the first post, but then I come all the way down to the last posting and what do I see - 2 more 8 x 10 glossies of the same friggin' thing. AAAARRRRRRGGGGGHHHHH I can't stand this anymore. You are driving me crazy with those pictures. I don't know how much longer I can take this. SSSSCCCRRRRRREEEEEAAAAAAAAMMMMMMM!!!! __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

9 September 2005, 03:26 AM	#20
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	LMAO!! Great post Ed!! __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

9 September 2005, 03:49 AM	#21
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	Godverdegodver nog an toe zeg! Krijg nou toch de tering, weer die klote PO! I'd better NOT translate this, tender souls on this forum and all that. JJ, you win, I give in. Just tell me how much you want to stop this and where I have to put the paper bag with the cash. But beware: kiwi's are a soft fruit, bruises easily you know Frans. __________________ Member# 127

9 September 2005, 03:55 AM	#22
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Hey guys, Those 2 pics were specifically in honour of Brent and Micah - nobody else!!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

9 September 2005, 01:56 PM	#23
Gunther Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Right behind you! Posts: 70	Wow Ed, My freind, you simply must try some decaf! I am concerned about your blood pressure and overall health. That beautiful watch shouldn't evoke such a dramatic response. (No matter how many thousand of times it has been posted.) (From every possible angle!) As we well know, our good freind JJ is fighting OCD daily. His only compulsion is to repeatedly post pics of the orange beast. We should be thankful that this his only problem. They always say,"You should never mess with the insane." Sooner or later they snap! Embrace his sickness. And rest assured he'll be on to a new watch in a few months! Take two of these and call me in the morning! Gun

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