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MichaelFlash · 31 March 2014, 01:35 AM

Hello all,

As a 1st post I wanted to share some of what brought me back to Rolex. I actually never really left as I've had my TT sub and rose Cellini in my collection for over 10 years. While the Cellini was a gift from the wife, it was always a bit of a head scratcher for me. While nice, it never sang to me like my JLC Grand Date or Zenith El Primero Chronomaster so it did not get much wrist time as I found it a bit boring. However, I always considered the TT sub one of the most beautiful watches made at any price. It has elegant and robust proportions and the blue dial color is exquisite. I always feel comfortable wearing that watch no matter the occasion. Also, my father was a jeweler and growing up he taught me that 2 brands that will retain their value are PP and Rolex. Hence, the TT sub was my grail watch. Having said that, I lost interest for several years and concentrated on Panerai, being fortunate enough to snag a PAM 127 below retail while on vacation in the Bahamas when it came out! I was considering something new recently and looked at Rolex again. I was very impressed by the Sky King and the SS Yachtmaster 2 that I initially thought looked vulgar but grew on me and I now absolutely love. However, the watch that really hit me was the 116718 GMT. When I put it on I knew it was THE ONE. I acquired it last week and love everything about it. There is a feeling of quality and solidness that I get when wearing a Rolex. I felt that feeling on all the models I tried on before choosing the GMT and I am again impressed by the genius of Rolex, it's sturdy movements, quality of construction, purposeful watches and inherent value. Sorry for the long post.

Auragentum · 31 March 2014, 02:23 AM

I understand the appreciation for the 116718. Looking forward to some pictures

thomaspp · 31 March 2014, 02:29 AM

Yes, agree. "Sky king" is a reference to sky dweller? And welcome.

coralfarmer84 · 31 March 2014, 02:29 AM

excellent choice. My personal favorite Rolex in my collection. It just stands out

joe100 · 31 March 2014, 02:36 AM

Air King or Sky Dweller?

MichaelFlash · 31 March 2014, 02:37 AM

Here is a pic. LOVE it. And yes, I meant Sky Dweller!

Chainring · 31 March 2014, 02:44 AM

Anyone who looks at that watch and doesn't get it just never will. Congrats.

thomaspp · 31 March 2014, 02:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MichaelFlash

Here is a pic. LOVE it. And yes, I meant Sky Dweller!

Beuty!

Cru Jones · 31 March 2014, 02:59 AM

127 below retail upon release? Wow.....like discovering a gold mine!

Meanwhile, the 718 is my favorite all YG watch. Nicely done.

GB-man · 31 March 2014, 02:59 AM

Good choice! 718 is a thing of beauty

Der Meister · 31 March 2014, 03:03 AM

Very nice.

superdog · 31 March 2014, 03:04 AM

Love

MichaelFlash · 31 March 2014, 04:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

127 below retail upon release? Wow.....like discovering a gold mine!

Meanwhile, the 718 is my favorite all YG watch. Nicely done.

I was shocked when I saw the 127 on display as they were obviously hard to find. When I tried it on and asked the price and it was a little over 2k below the retail in U.S. well, let's just say it sweetened the deal. From a very well respected AD nonetheless!

BNA/LION · 31 March 2014, 04:18 AM

Great watch and you were never not into Rolex, you just got distracted by other things...

DCheeta · 31 March 2014, 04:21 AM

Love the 718!

kilyung · 31 March 2014, 05:02 AM

Welcome to the 718 club. It's one of my favorites. If you like the SS YM2, you owe it to yourself to try the YG YM2.

jjnd08 · 31 March 2014, 05:05 AM

Congrats!

thomaspp · 31 March 2014, 05:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Welcome to the 718 club. It's one of my favorites. If you like the SS YM2, you owe it to yourself to try the YG YM2.

You are a freak, Mike! And I mean that in a good way...

brettpaul · 31 March 2014, 05:21 AM

Welcome back into the fold - way to make a re-entry!!

Cru Jones · 31 March 2014, 05:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MichaelFlash

I was shocked when I saw the 127 on display as they were obviously hard to find. When I tried it on and asked the price and it was a little over 2k below the retail in U.S. well, let's just say it sweetened the deal. From a very well respected AD nonetheless!

Unreal. Good for you!

MichaelFlash · 31 March 2014, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Welcome to the 718 club. It's one of my favorites. If you like the SS YM2, you owe it to yourself to try the YG YM2.

That Yachtmaster 2 is just ridiculously beautiful!

SeaAndSky · 31 March 2014, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chainring

Anyone who looks at that watch and doesn't get it just never will. Congrats.

Agreed, that is a beautiful watch.

unclesallie · 31 March 2014, 09:38 AM

It is a gorgeous elegant watch. Congratulations!

31 March 2014, 01:35 AM	#1
MichaelFlash "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Michael Location: Connecticut Posts: 1,372	Why I'm into Rolex Again Hello all, As a 1st post I wanted to share some of what brought me back to Rolex. I actually never really left as I've had my TT sub and rose Cellini in my collection for over 10 years. While the Cellini was a gift from the wife, it was always a bit of a head scratcher for me. While nice, it never sang to me like my JLC Grand Date or Zenith El Primero Chronomaster so it did not get much wrist time as I found it a bit boring. However, I always considered the TT sub one of the most beautiful watches made at any price. It has elegant and robust proportions and the blue dial color is exquisite. I always feel comfortable wearing that watch no matter the occasion. Also, my father was a jeweler and growing up he taught me that 2 brands that will retain their value are PP and Rolex. Hence, the TT sub was my grail watch. Having said that, I lost interest for several years and concentrated on Panerai, being fortunate enough to snag a PAM 127 below retail while on vacation in the Bahamas when it came out! I was considering something new recently and looked at Rolex again. I was very impressed by the Sky King and the SS Yachtmaster 2 that I initially thought looked vulgar but grew on me and I now absolutely love. However, the watch that really hit me was the 116718 GMT. When I put it on I knew it was THE ONE. I acquired it last week and love everything about it. There is a feeling of quality and solidness that I get when wearing a Rolex. I felt that feeling on all the models I tried on before choosing the GMT and I am again impressed by the genius of Rolex, it's sturdy movements, quality of construction, purposeful watches and inherent value. Sorry for the long post.

31 March 2014, 02:23 AM	#2
Auragentum "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: All over Posts: 633	I understand the appreciation for the 116718. Looking forward to some pictures __________________ They don't make people like they used to...

31 March 2014, 02:29 AM	#3
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	Yes, agree. "Sky king" is a reference to sky dweller? And welcome. __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

31 March 2014, 02:29 AM	#4
coralfarmer84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: United States Watch: Rolex, PP Posts: 1,198	excellent choice. My personal favorite Rolex in my collection. It just stands out __________________ Work hard in silence. Let your success make the noise

31 March 2014, 02:36 AM	#5
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	Air King or Sky Dweller? __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

31 March 2014, 02:44 AM	#7
Chainring "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Grand Junction CO Watch: A few, not enough. Posts: 1,725	Anyone who looks at that watch and doesn't get it just never will. Congrats.

31 March 2014, 02:59 AM	#9
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,255	127 below retail upon release? Wow.....like discovering a gold mine! Meanwhile, the 718 is my favorite all YG watch. Nicely done.

31 March 2014, 02:59 AM	#10
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,327	Good choice! 718 is a thing of beauty

31 March 2014, 03:03 AM	#11
Der Meister Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Somewhere Posts: 244	Very nice.

31 March 2014, 03:04 AM	#12
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31 March 2014, 04:18 AM	#14
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,611	Great watch and you were never not into Rolex, you just got distracted by other things... __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

31 March 2014, 04:21 AM	#15
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	Love the 718!

31 March 2014, 05:02 AM	#16
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Welcome to the 718 club. It's one of my favorites. If you like the SS YM2, you owe it to yourself to try the YG YM2.

31 March 2014, 05:05 AM	#17
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	Congrats!

31 March 2014, 05:21 AM	#19
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	Welcome back into the fold - way to make a re-entry!!

31 March 2014, 09:38 AM	#23
unclesallie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	It is a gorgeous elegant watch. Congratulations!

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