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warrior · 17 April 2010, 01:54 AM

Hi guys, is the GMT II Coke/Pepsi recognizable amongst the non-WIS masses? Everyone talks about the Sub/ Datejust being recognizable.

I was under the impression that the coke/pepsi is not really recognizable as a Rolex. I kind of like the fact that people who don't know too much about watches might just think they are just funky looking and different but not really know it's a Rolex. Perhaps I'm mistaken, though.

Your thoughts? Thanks....

sakuraba · 17 April 2010, 01:57 AM

FWIW neither my GMT nor my Sub have ever received a compliment from a non-WIS. My white dial Explorer II, however, gets some attention. Go figure!

warrior · 17 April 2010, 02:06 AM

Thanks. Yeah...I don't think most people notice watches. But was wondering that, if they do ( in reference to the cokes/pepsis), will they know it's a Rolex. Just curious

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Originally Posted by sakuraba

FWIW neither my GMT nor my Sub have ever received a compliment from a non-WIS. My white dial Explorer II, however, gets some attention. Go figure!

bounce · 17 April 2010, 02:30 AM

The only time I had a comment about my GMT II pepsi model, the chap asked is that a Seiko kinetic diver :-)

jrpb · 17 April 2010, 02:37 AM

Ive found its only people who own/have owned Rolex or other Marque watches that will ever comment

Esexx · 17 April 2010, 02:38 AM

I don't know. When shopping online at work and a co-worker saw a Pepsi I was looking at, we started talking. I was saying I love the Rollies that are undercover and stealth.

When she saw the pic of the Pepsi she stated, "Everyone know's that is a Rolex."

She is a non-WIS.

Tools · 17 April 2010, 02:49 AM

Most non-WIS don't know what a Rolex looks like at all... it doesn't matter the model..

And GMT's are even further from the grasp of most people..even those who do like watches...

Mrs Tools and I both wear Rolex most of the time.. I was wearing a black/red GMT during a conversation with some friends on a Cruise Ship last year ....... The conversation got around to the snobs, wannabees and other Ship board types...

They began to talk about the better-than-thou types wearing their "Rolex watches" and strutting like they owned the ship..

We both nodded politely and together we put our hands in our laps and exchanged a look............ What did they think of us ?...or did they even know what a Rolex (or Rolex owners) looked like.........

t e x · 17 April 2010, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Most non-WIS don't know what a Rolex looks like at all... it doesn't matter the model..

And GMT's are even further from the grasp of most people..even those who do like watches...

Mrs Tools and I both wear Rolex most of the time.. I was wearing a black/red GMT during a conversation with some friends on a Cruise Ship last year ....... The conversation got around to the snobs, wannabees and other Ship board types...

They began to talk about the better-than-thou types wearing their "Rolex watches" and strutting like they owned the ship..

We both nodded politely and together we put our hands in our laps and exchanged a look............ What did they think of us ?...or did they even know what a Rolex (or Roles owners) looked like.........

Lol, Larry, Sounds like you could start a thread on Ship board types... would have loved to been a fly on the wall so to speak on that discussion

multimedia · 17 April 2010, 03:05 AM

Just my 2 cents here, but in my opinion, the general masses will not have a clue what kind of watch the GMT is when they see one.

Cheers,
Joe

hennabav · 17 April 2010, 03:06 AM

I've only received one compliment on my GMT and it was from a friend of mine. Although...she didn't have a clue what type of Rolex is was but she knew it was a Rolex. Almost 95% of the time, nobody will know that it is a Rolex you are wearing and knowing what type it is gets even slimmer.

The GMT Master · 17 April 2010, 04:04 AM

As Larry said, most people don't even know what a Rolex looks like - I presume they must think it is some magical, diamond encrusted thing that keeps perfect time

Quicksilver · 17 April 2010, 04:15 AM

Anyone with a modicum of fine watch knowledge will recognise a GMT Pepsi - it's one of the most recognisable watches. However, I only really notice mine getting looks in Thailand. For those not interested in watches, most Rolex models are indistinguishable.

brandxbrand · 17 April 2010, 05:00 AM

Remember a time before you gave a rats about watches?

Did you ever recognize anyones watches? I didn't. As said by a couple people up there ^ unless someone knows about watches and/or the GMT, not many people are going to ask you about it.

SLA · 17 April 2010, 05:15 AM

I have an older Seiko, automatic, day-date, diver's watch that at first glance looks a lot like a Pepsi. Over the years I've had a few comments about it, including one or two asking if it was a Rolex. Of course, once you actually look at it you will see all the differences.

Puffy · 17 April 2010, 05:18 AM

People tell me the cyclops give it away...

phelix_da_kat · 17 April 2010, 05:21 AM

Definitely recognisable.. esp the GMT IIc

- firstly you noticed the PCL.. so.. either a Daytona or a GMTII
- then you look for the 3 sub dials.. but instead see the Black bezel.. bingo.. GMTIIc

Otherwise.. (pre-PCL) its the classic split coke/pepsi bezel..

Cru Jones · 17 April 2010, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by brandxbrand

Remember a time before you gave a rats about watches?

Did you ever recognize anyones watches? I didn't. As said by a couple people up there ^ unless someone knows about watches and/or the GMT, not many people are going to ask you about it.

x2!!!

Fiery · 17 April 2010, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by phelix_da_kat

Definitely recognisable.. esp the GMT IIc

- firstly you noticed the PCL.. so.. either a Daytona or a GMTII
- then you look for the 3 sub dials.. but instead see the Black bezel.. bingo.. GMTIIc

Otherwise.. (pre-PCL) its the classic split coke/pepsi bezel..

For a non-WIS guy even the difference about PCL vs BCL is not significant or noticable. And a WIS would recognize a GMT from a mile away

vzmax · 17 April 2010, 05:57 AM

I had an AD confuse my Black Dial GMT II for a Sub... go figure

Not too many people notice a Rolex unless they either own a Rolex or are a fan of Rolexes

aleiberman · 17 April 2010, 06:00 AM

It may be just me, but if any non-WIS people recognize a Rolex, I'd imagine it would be a DJ style with Jubilee, and most likely TT.

Chipmunk · 17 April 2010, 06:20 AM

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Originally Posted by aleiberman

it may be just me, but if any non-wis people recognize a rolex, i'd imagine it would be a dj style with jubilee, and most likely tt.

x2

JBat · 17 April 2010, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by warrior

Hi guys, is the GMT II Coke/Pepsi recognizable amongst the non-WIS masses? Everyone talks about the Sub/ Datejust being recognizable.

I was under the impression that the coke/pepsi is not really recognizable as a Rolex. I kind of like the fact that people who don't know too much about watches might just think they are just funky looking and different but not really know it's a Rolex. Perhaps I'm mistaken, though.

Your thoughts? Thanks....

I certainly recognize them right away.

Kapture1 · 17 April 2010, 06:27 AM

Before my eyes opened to the world of Rolex, I wouldn't have known that a Pepsi was a Rolex at a glance or from a distance.

OYSTERMANN · 17 April 2010, 06:27 AM

I think it's fair to say that whilst everyone has heard of the universal brand name 'Rolex', few people, who are not into watches, would recognise one, even at close range.

None of mine hardly ever get noticed; even the DD, surprisingly.

2th Dr · 17 April 2010, 06:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandxbrand

Remember a time before you gave a rats about watches?

Did you ever recognize anyones watches? I didn't. As said by a couple people up there ^ unless someone knows about watches and/or the GMT, not many people are going to ask you about it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by aleiberman

It may be just me, but if any non-WIS people recognize a Rolex, I'd imagine it would be a DJ style with Jubilee, and most likely TT.

mborkow · 17 April 2010, 07:23 AM

The only time my GMT IIc has ever been noticed was the time I was asked if it was a Sub...oh well, I guess to those who don't know they look an awful lot alike.

ahmadashmawy · 17 April 2010, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aleiberman

It may be just me, but if any non-WIS people recognize a Rolex, I'd imagine it would be a DJ style with Jubilee, and most likely TT.

true true

Ed Rooney · 17 April 2010, 10:19 AM

I don't even associate the PCL with Rolex. I don't know what else it is, but I can spot them a mile away.

nauticajoe · 17 April 2010, 10:25 AM

For a non-wis perspective, it's tough to decipher a GMTII from any of the Rolex sports models (unless its a Coke or Pepsi which stands-out), since they have cosmetic similarities.
.....and that's why we differ from the rest of the crowd!

PeteNYC13 · 17 April 2010, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by JBat

I certainly recognize them right away.

__________________________________________________ _________

Yes, but being a member of TRF eliminates you from the general public!

-Pete

17 April 2010, 01:54 AM	#1
warrior "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: massachusetts Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,691	GMT II recognizability Hi guys, is the GMT II Coke/Pepsi recognizable amongst the non-WIS masses? Everyone talks about the Sub/ Datejust being recognizable. I was under the impression that the coke/pepsi is not really recognizable as a Rolex. I kind of like the fact that people who don't know too much about watches might just think they are just funky looking and different but not really know it's a Rolex. Perhaps I'm mistaken, though. Your thoughts? Thanks....

17 April 2010, 01:57 AM	#2
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	FWIW neither my GMT nor my Sub have ever received a compliment from a non-WIS. My white dial Explorer II, however, gets some attention. Go figure! __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

17 April 2010, 02:37 AM	#5
jrpb "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: jon Location: london Watch: White Explorer II Posts: 332	Ive found its only people who own/have owned Rolex or other Marque watches that will ever comment __________________ Explorer II Polar Zenith Class Elite 18ct Marathon SAR Auto plain dial Casio G-Shock MTG 910D

17 April 2010, 02:38 AM	#6
Esexx "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Dean Location: Redondo Beach, CA Watch: ing TRF All Day Posts: 2,105	I don't know. When shopping online at work and a co-worker saw a Pepsi I was looking at, we started talking. I was saying I love the Rollies that are undercover and stealth. When she saw the pic of the Pepsi she stated, "Everyone know's that is a Rolex." She is a non-WIS. __________________ Member Number 34171 "Remember: No matter where you go... there you are." Buckroo Banzai _________________________________________

17 April 2010, 02:49 AM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,494	Most non-WIS don't know what a Rolex looks like at all... it doesn't matter the model.. And GMT's are even further from the grasp of most people..even those who do like watches... Mrs Tools and I both wear Rolex most of the time.. I was wearing a black/red GMT during a conversation with some friends on a Cruise Ship last year ....... The conversation got around to the snobs, wannabees and other Ship board types... They began to talk about the better-than-thou types wearing their "Rolex watches" and strutting like they owned the ship.. We both nodded politely and together we put our hands in our laps and exchanged a look............ What did they think of us ?...or did they even know what a Rolex (or Rolex owners) looked like......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

17 April 2010, 02:30 AM	#4
bounce Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: kent Posts: 234	The only time I had a comment about my GMT II pepsi model, the chap asked is that a Seiko kinetic diver :-)

17 April 2010, 03:05 AM	#9
multimedia "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Joe Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,835	Just my 2 cents here, but in my opinion, the general masses will not have a clue what kind of watch the GMT is when they see one. Cheers, Joe __________________ "Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works." - S.J.

17 April 2010, 03:06 AM	#10
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	I've only received one compliment on my GMT and it was from a friend of mine. Although...she didn't have a clue what type of Rolex is was but she knew it was a Rolex. Almost 95% of the time, nobody will know that it is a Rolex you are wearing and knowing what type it is gets even slimmer.

17 April 2010, 04:04 AM	#11
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	As Larry said, most people don't even know what a Rolex looks like - I presume they must think it is some magical, diamond encrusted thing that keeps perfect time

17 April 2010, 04:15 AM	#12
Quicksilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: David Location: London+Guangzhou Watch: ing watches Posts: 2,603	Anyone with a modicum of fine watch knowledge will recognise a GMT Pepsi - it's one of the most recognisable watches. However, I only really notice mine getting looks in Thailand. For those not interested in watches, most Rolex models are indistinguishable. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 116600, GMT Master II 16710 (Pepsi) and 116710 BLNR, Daytona 116500LN, Submariner 14060M.

17 April 2010, 05:00 AM	#13
brandxbrand "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Concord, Ma Watch: your back Posts: 422	Remember a time before you gave a rats about watches? Did you ever recognize anyones watches? I didn't. As said by a couple people up there ^ unless someone knows about watches and/or the GMT, not many people are going to ask you about it.

17 April 2010, 05:15 AM	#14
SLA "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: GMT-8 Watch: 14060M, 116520 Posts: 153	I have an older Seiko, automatic, day-date, diver's watch that at first glance looks a lot like a Pepsi. Over the years I've had a few comments about it, including one or two asking if it was a Rolex. Of course, once you actually look at it you will see all the differences.

17 April 2010, 05:18 AM	#15
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	People tell me the cyclops give it away... __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

17 April 2010, 05:21 AM	#16
phelix_da_kat "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: UK Watch: 16520 Posts: 351	Definitely recognisable.. esp the GMT IIc - firstly you noticed the PCL.. so.. either a Daytona or a GMTII - then you look for the 3 sub dials.. but instead see the Black bezel.. bingo.. GMTIIc Otherwise.. (pre-PCL) its the classic split coke/pepsi bezel..

17 April 2010, 05:57 AM	#19
vzmax "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: S Florida Posts: 221	I had an AD confuse my Black Dial GMT II for a Sub... go figure Not too many people notice a Rolex unless they either own a Rolex or are a fan of Rolexes

17 April 2010, 06:00 AM	#20
aleiberman "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: MA Watch: Rolex Posts: 501	It may be just me, but if any non-WIS people recognize a Rolex, I'd imagine it would be a DJ style with Jubilee, and most likely TT.

17 April 2010, 06:27 AM	#23
Kapture1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Matt Location: Flint, MI Watch: Ω 3570.50.00 Posts: 2,058	Before my eyes opened to the world of Rolex, I wouldn't have known that a Pepsi was a Rolex at a glance or from a distance. __________________ Miss you JJ Wash out this tired notion that the best is yet to come

17 April 2010, 06:27 AM	#24
OYSTERMANN "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Neil Location: West Midlands UK Watch: DJ,DD,GMTIIc,Sub Posts: 7,063	I think it's fair to say that whilst everyone has heard of the universal brand name 'Rolex', few people, who are not into watches, would recognise one, even at close range. None of mine hardly ever get noticed; even the DD, surprisingly. __________________ Neil 116231 SS/RG DATEJUST 2007 118238 YG DAY-DATE 2007 116713 LN SS/YG GMT IIc 2008 116613 LB SS/YG SUBMARINER 2009 216570 SS EXPLORER II 2013 116520 SS DAYTONA 2014

17 April 2010, 07:23 AM	#26
mborkow "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: san francisco Watch: gmt2c pam372 Posts: 842	The only time my GMT IIc has ever been noticed was the time I was asked if it was a Sub...oh well, I guess to those who don't know they look an awful lot alike.

17 April 2010, 10:19 AM	#28
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	I don't even associate the PCL with Rolex. I don't know what else it is, but I can spot them a mile away.

17 April 2010, 10:25 AM	#29
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	For a non-wis perspective, it's tough to decipher a GMTII from any of the Rolex sports models (unless its a Coke or Pepsi which stands-out), since they have cosmetic similarities. .....and that's why we differ from the rest of the crowd!

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