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Token74 · 17 August 2013, 04:36 AM

What do you guys think of Project X Designs and more generally, customising/personalising your Rolex?

beshannon · 17 August 2013, 04:39 AM

I customize my watches each time I wear them. I have no desire to improve upon an original design

applebook · 17 August 2013, 04:40 AM

Sacrilege.

I'm for minor mods here and there, but never changes that extreme. These are disposable cars.

datejust24 · 17 August 2013, 04:40 AM

i'm not a huge fan of the Daytona...but that actually looks pretty damn slick...with the exception of that crown...I dont like the black crown...

joe100 · 17 August 2013, 04:47 AM

The Most Intersting Man in the World on Customized Rolex Watches:

"No"

Stay thirsty my friends

mjclark32 · 17 August 2013, 04:48 AM

I'm not a fan of a mod like this.
But, people can do whatever they'd like to their own piece. It's their money and potential happiness.

77T · 17 August 2013, 05:04 AM

I like the brushed link bracelet on that example + the black ceramic bezel vs. polished SS.

But when they start PVD'g, I sort of checkout

AK797 · 17 August 2013, 05:22 AM

I like the mods I like, and don't the ones I don't.

Miamipawnsab · 17 August 2013, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

I like the brushed link bracelet on that example + the black ceramic bezel vs. polished SS.

But when they start PVD'g, I sort of checkout

I couldn't have said it any better

boogiebot · 17 August 2013, 05:26 AM

Your dime, your time. Do what you like with your watch.

ecsub44 · 17 August 2013, 05:26 AM

I'm not sure I love their work...but I'm generally a fan of some of what they make.

Although, for the price, I don't think it's right for me.

Baselman · 17 August 2013, 05:33 AM

Rolex ss daytona with ceramic bezel and new dial = bye bye project x

SC11 · 17 August 2013, 05:35 AM

What do I think ! Depends what you mean ?

What do I think about the look, hmm I'm not a fan, but each to their own.

What do I think about doing it ! Up to the owner/buyer really, its thier watch and thier choice and who am I to try and push my thoughts about modifying someone's own property.

I actually like modding, its customising something to an individuals taste, I'm sure if Rolex offered an in house service of modification people's opinion would differ.

Psmith · 17 August 2013, 05:35 AM

I like what they do. The less desirable features (suck as the 'x' logo) can be deleted
I love this mod in particular... www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=130202

do or die · 17 August 2013, 05:49 AM

Hate to say it but the above Daytona is an improvement IMHO. Love the brushed bracelet.

tedscott3 · 17 August 2013, 06:19 AM

I don't care for the mods myself, but I can respect someone trying to make their piece their own.

watchwatcher · 17 August 2013, 06:44 AM

I've seen some of their designs that look kind of cool, but nothing that would make me turn my watch over to them...

OML · 17 August 2013, 07:53 AM

Every lower middle rung watch brand ( and worse - some upper middle too) have been falling all over themselves to rush out a PVD or DLC black coated model and although initially somewhat compelling as seen with project x - now has become passe. Passe like the use of the letter X in things like brand name or logo. It has become like the use of scary biker sculls - now to be found on childrens socks. NO! not rolex - buy lower rung for this type of coolness....if you must.

cop414 · 17 August 2013, 08:18 AM

Not a fan myself but hey, whatever floats your boat.

Kingair · 17 August 2013, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Token74

What do you guys think of Project X Designs and more generally, customising/personalising your Rolex?

This is a great job !

You have to admit it

Some wil like others don't . . . but it's up to the buyer

HAGWe

superdog · 17 August 2013, 08:25 AM

Love!!!

samsmart · 17 August 2013, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

I like the mods I like, and don't the ones I don't.

Well put

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Lol-x · 17 August 2013, 10:15 AM

I like the designs (if you can call them that because they modifications relate primarily to colours and materials the intrinsic Rolex design remains).

However, I would not buy one of these ("X" isn't a particularly alluring insignia).

The watch is not a 'Rolex' and Rolex will immediately tell you that when you take a watch to them.

What I appreciate Project X Designs for is perhaps giving some added inspiration to Rolex for its future designs and aesthetic diversity.

bridgs · 17 August 2013, 10:45 AM

I am not really familiar with all of the mods, but I am okay with that Daytona up top. Generally I think it is unappealing to pimp things out.

submariner66 · 17 August 2013, 12:05 PM

I like mods that look "factory" like these. In the car world I think the term is sleeper. Looks stock but isn't. They don't really compete withe original design almost could have come from the drafting table's waste basket.

rolex75216 · 17 August 2013, 12:51 PM

Looks nice, but I prefer to keep things original without any modifications.

Glidelock · 17 August 2013, 03:44 PM

Yes, I have to admit that I really like the looks of that particular Daytona. If Rolex were to produce that watch and debut it in Basel, I think it's safe to say it would sell like hot cakes!

Chewbacca · 17 August 2013, 03:49 PM

looks nice but if one does that much to a $12k + rolex, why not just buy a donor watch and make it for 1/10 or less the cost?

Daytona-Dan · 17 August 2013, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

I like the brushed link bracelet on that example + the black ceramic bezel vs. polished SS.

But when they start PVD'g, I sort of checkout

I'm pretty sure that bezel is PVD and not ceramic

77T · 17 August 2013, 03:58 PM

I looked again + enlarged the pic - and agree it must've been PVD'd. In the iPhone the image is mighty small.

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17 August 2013, 04:39 AM	#2
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I customize my watches each time I wear them. I have no desire to improve upon an original design __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

17 August 2013, 04:40 AM	#3
applebook "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: vancouver Posts: 1,918	Sacrilege. I'm for minor mods here and there, but never changes that extreme. These are disposable cars. __________________

17 August 2013, 04:47 AM	#5
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	The Most Intersting Man in the World on Customized Rolex Watches: "No" Stay thirsty my friends __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

17 August 2013, 04:48 AM	#6
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	I'm not a fan of a mod like this. But, people can do whatever they'd like to their own piece. It's their money and potential happiness. __________________

17 August 2013, 04:40 AM	#4
datejust24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati,Ohio Watch: Rolexssss Posts: 3,504	i'm not a huge fan of the Daytona...but that actually looks pretty damn slick...with the exception of that crown...I dont like the black crown...

17 August 2013, 05:04 AM	#7
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,922	I like the brushed link bracelet on that example + the black ceramic bezel vs. polished SS. But when they start PVD'g, I sort of checkout __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

17 August 2013, 05:22 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	I like the mods I like, and don't the ones I don't.

17 August 2013, 05:26 AM	#10
boogiebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: canada Watch: me post! Posts: 3,804	Your dime, your time. Do what you like with your watch.

17 August 2013, 05:26 AM	#11
ecsub44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Watch: Sub Posts: 3,175	I'm not sure I *love* their work...but I'm generally a fan of some of what they make. Although, for the price, I don't think it's right for me. __________________ *侘寂 -- wabi-sabi --* acceptance of transience and imperfection by finding beauty in that which is imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete Commissioner of WEIRD POLICE , Badge # ecsub44

17 August 2013, 05:33 AM	#12
Baselman "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Switzerland Watch: 1665 GreatWhite SD Posts: 1,527	Rolex ss daytona with ceramic bezel and new dial = bye bye project x

17 August 2013, 05:35 AM	#13
SC11 Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Watch: AP ☠️ Posts: 6,151	What do I think ! Depends what you mean ? What do I think about the look, hmm I'm not a fan, but each to their own. What do I think about doing it ! Up to the owner/buyer really, its thier watch and thier choice and who am I to try and push my thoughts about modifying someone's own property. I actually like modding, its customising something to an individuals taste, I'm sure if Rolex offered an in house service of modification people's opinion would differ.

17 August 2013, 05:35 AM	#14
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	I like what they do. The less desirable features (suck as the 'x' logo) can be deleted I love this mod in particular... www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=130202 __________________

17 August 2013, 05:49 AM	#15
do or die Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: tatustu Location: Scotland Watch: SubC ExpII Posts: 95	Hate to say it but the above Daytona is an improvement IMHO. Love the brushed bracelet.

17 August 2013, 06:19 AM	#16
tedscott3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: San Diego Watch: 116610LV Posts: 572	I don't care for the mods myself, but I can respect someone trying to make their piece their own.

17 August 2013, 06:44 AM	#17
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,002	I've seen some of their designs that look kind of cool, but nothing that would make me turn my watch over to them...

17 August 2013, 07:53 AM	#18
OML Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: STYLE GURU Location: USA Watch: NEWEST ACQUISITION Posts: 109	Every lower middle rung watch brand ( and worse - some upper middle too) have been falling all over themselves to rush out a PVD or DLC black coated model and although initially somewhat compelling as seen with project x - now has become passe. Passe like the use of the letter X in things like brand name or logo. It has become like the use of scary biker sculls - now to be found on childrens socks. NO! not rolex - buy lower rung for this type of coolness....if you must.

17 August 2013, 08:18 AM	#19
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,134	Not a fan myself but hey, whatever floats your boat. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

17 August 2013, 08:25 AM	#21
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,827	Love!!! __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

17 August 2013, 10:15 AM	#23
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,555	I like the designs (if you can call them that because they modifications relate primarily to colours and materials the intrinsic Rolex design remains). However, I would not buy one of these ("X" isn't a particularly alluring insignia). The watch is not a 'Rolex' and Rolex will immediately tell you that when you take a watch to them. What I appreciate Project X Designs for is perhaps giving some added inspiration to Rolex for its future designs and aesthetic diversity. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

17 August 2013, 10:45 AM	#24
bridgs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Shane Location: Minnesota Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 1,125	I am not really familiar with all of the mods, but I am okay with that Daytona up top. Generally I think it is unappealing to pimp things out.

17 August 2013, 12:05 PM	#25
submariner66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: John Location: New Jersey Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,139	I like mods that look "factory" like these. In the car world I think the term is sleeper. Looks stock but isn't. They don't really compete withe original design almost could have come from the drafting table's waste basket.

17 August 2013, 12:51 PM	#26
rolex75216 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 2,008	Looks nice, but I prefer to keep things original without any modifications.

17 August 2013, 03:44 PM	#27
Glidelock "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Will Zdorf Location: So. Cal. Watch: SDC4000, Sub LVC Posts: 1,944	Yes, I have to admit that I really like the looks of that particular Daytona. If Rolex were to produce that watch and debut it in Basel, I think it's safe to say it would sell like hot cakes!

17 August 2013, 03:49 PM	#28
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	looks nice but if one does that much to a $12k + rolex, why not just buy a donor watch and make it for 1/10 or less the cost?

17 August 2013, 03:58 PM	#30
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,922	I looked again + enlarged the pic - and agree it must've been PVD'd. In the iPhone the image is mighty small. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

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