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ROLEX MAN · 15 March 2008, 10:57 PM

Do you like engraved Dial Ring or non engraved Dial Ring?

I like the non engraved Dial Ring, and will hang on to It!

SPACE-DWELLER · 15 March 2008, 11:01 PM

Personally, I am not a big fan of the CRB. I don't need superflous over-branding, reminding me constantly that I'm wearing a Rolex.

ROLEX MAN · 15 March 2008, 11:03 PM

So True: I think Rolex has gone over the top, does the serial number still show in the lugs?

Dan Pierce · 15 March 2008, 11:05 PM

Never seen CRB in person. Seems a bit much though. Although I've heard it's quite subtle.
dP

buz-lh · 15 March 2008, 11:10 PM

The only time I notice it on my DJ is when I take a picture. Makes no difference to me. May make it a little harder for the counterfeiters to duplicate. As Kevin (CPTL) pointed out it is perfectly aligned with the dial. Very precisely inscribed.

Trurolexer · 15 March 2008, 11:26 PM

Yeah Baby!!!

frostie · 16 March 2008, 12:40 AM

I never owned a non engraved rolex but i do like the engraving of my GMT II C

Letsgodiving · 16 March 2008, 12:48 AM

What Bo said.

Mrdi · 16 March 2008, 01:22 AM

The Chapter ring is negligible in terms of visibility, but will allow easier authentication.

BONUS: The ID # now appears at the 6:o'clock area of the chapter ring.
This will allow easier identification and coordination with the corresponding papers of origin if you are buying a watch as a second party.
Someone with a good Macro lens may want to post a partial pic of the
Chapter Ring numbers so all may see.

mike · 16 March 2008, 01:29 AM

While it's true the engraving on the rehaut isn't as noticeable "in the flesh" as in photos, I prefer a clean look.

Stef_Call · 16 March 2008, 01:36 AM

I think it depends on the model ?? On a simple dial configuration it can be a bit over the top. But in reality it isn't that noticeable. It looks far more pronounced in the photos we take.

Letsgodiving · 16 March 2008, 01:39 AM

In some of the close up shots it is much more noticeable than in person but the photos Mike has posted above I think are a close representation of what it looks like in person.

Stef_Call · 16 March 2008, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Letsgodiving

In some of the close up shots it is much more noticeable than in person but the photos Mike has posted above I think are a close representation of what it looks like in person.

True

That photo pretty much sums it up !!

tinknock71 · 16 March 2008, 02:06 AM

I like the look, it just reminds me what kind of watch I'm wearing.

ROGERB · 16 March 2008, 02:18 AM

No on the "Tool" watches.....yes on the DJ's or DD's and on the Milgauss!
R

Baptistman · 16 March 2008, 02:39 AM

I have not voted due to the fact of owning both types, and in reality and normal use its seems to be quite subtle. Photos seem to accentuate the CRB.

kcmo · 16 March 2008, 05:53 AM

I prefer it on the DJ/DD line......don't like it much on the sports models.

Chris B · 16 March 2008, 06:33 AM

I can take it or leave it, I need a loupe or macro to see it anyway

2careless · 16 March 2008, 06:40 AM

+1 to what Mrdi said.

lildragon · 17 March 2008, 05:30 AM

I'm not a big fan of the CRB or rehaut. I guess it'll have to grow on me. Unfortunately, you won't have much of a choice if you go with a newer M series nowadays. Rolex has moved this direction to make it more difficult to replicate/copy. Good thing the ones I have now don't have it. That's my 2cents!

sherwin · 17 March 2008, 10:26 AM

i like the idea of having the serial # located at the 6 oclock position.

however the branding does not really concern me all that much

topcat30093 · 17 March 2008, 01:46 PM

I like the CRB,IMO in certain light especially with a S/S model it looks great.

DSJ · 17 March 2008, 01:49 PM

I have both, makes for a nice pair.

cmr · 17 March 2008, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris B

I can take it or leave it, I need a loupe or macro to see it anyway

i agree, my gmt2c has it and my wife's ladies platinum ym doesn't. i can't see it anyway unless i am loupe so it doesn't matter to me.

watchlady · 17 March 2008, 02:34 PM

I agree.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stef_Call

I think it depends on the model ?? On a simple dial configuration it can be a bit over the top. But in reality it isn't that noticeable. It looks far more pronounced in the photos we take.

14060man · 17 March 2008, 03:51 PM

I dislike it the branding around the ring. The original clean design is better.

I guess this branding is an anti counterfeit move by Rolex, but it really clutters and diminishes the beauty of their watch designs, IMO.

Incurable · 17 March 2008, 03:55 PM

Gratuitous and unnecessary... The serial no. is one thing, Rolex (x10) is another.

ROLEX MAN · 17 March 2008, 06:04 PM

YEESSS totaly agree with Incurable!

View Poll Results: Engraved Dial Ring or Non Engraved Dial Ring?
Engraved Dial Ring	33	53.23%
Non Engraved Dial Ring	29	46.77%
Voters: 62. You may not vote on this poll

15 March 2008, 10:57 PM	#1
ROLEX MAN 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: Home and Away Watch: you? "YES PLEASE"! Posts: 3,714	Engraved Dial or Non Engraved Dial? Do you like engraved Dial Ring or non engraved Dial Ring? I like the non engraved Dial Ring, and will hang on to It! __________________ *it's not just about telling the time...* *happy rolexing...* I'm just a man with a passion

15 March 2008, 11:01 PM	#2
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Personally, I am not a big fan of the CRB. I don't need superflous over-branding, reminding me constantly that I'm wearing a Rolex. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

15 March 2008, 11:03 PM	#3
ROLEX MAN 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: Home and Away Watch: you? "YES PLEASE"! Posts: 3,714	So True: I think Rolex has gone over the top, does the serial number still show in the lugs? __________________ *it's not just about telling the time...* *happy rolexing...* I'm just a man with a passion

15 March 2008, 11:05 PM	#4
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,185	Never seen CRB in person. Seems a bit much though. Although I've heard it's quite subtle. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

15 March 2008, 11:10 PM	#5
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	The only time I notice it on my DJ is when I take a picture. Makes no difference to me. May make it a little harder for the counterfeiters to duplicate. As Kevin (CPTL) pointed out it is perfectly aligned with the dial. Very precisely inscribed. __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

15 March 2008, 11:26 PM	#6
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	I Love Chapter Ring... Yeah Baby!!!

16 March 2008, 12:40 AM	#7
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	I never owned a non engraved rolex but i do like the engraving of my GMT II C __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

16 March 2008, 12:48 AM	#8
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	What Bo said. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

16 March 2008, 01:22 AM	#9
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	The Chapter ring is negligible in terms of visibility, but will allow easier authentication. *BONUS:* The ID # now appears at the 6:o'clock area of the chapter ring. This will allow easier identification and coordination with the corresponding papers of origin if you are buying a watch as a second party. Someone with a good Macro lens may want to post a partial pic of the Chapter Ring numbers so all may see.

16 March 2008, 01:29 AM	#10
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	While it's true the engraving on the rehaut isn't as noticeable "in the flesh" as in photos, I prefer a clean look.

16 March 2008, 01:36 AM	#11
Stef_Call Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Stefan Location: Dublin, Ireland Watch: SS Daytona,GMT IIc Posts: 470	I think it depends on the model ?? On a simple dial configuration it can be a bit over the top. But in reality it isn't that noticeable. It looks far more pronounced in the photos we take.

16 March 2008, 01:39 AM	#12
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	In some of the close up shots it is much more noticeable than in person but the photos Mike has posted above I think are a close representation of what it looks like in person. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

16 March 2008, 02:06 AM	#14
tinknock71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Derik Location: Michigan Watch: GMT IIC Posts: 101	I like the look, it just reminds me what kind of watch I'm wearing.

16 March 2008, 02:18 AM	#15
ROGERB "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: WHITE ROCK BC Watch: 89 16610, 57 7914, Posts: 897	No on the "Tool" watches.....yes on the DJ's or DD's and on the Milgauss! R

16 March 2008, 02:39 AM	#16
Baptistman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Posts: 2,405	I have not voted due to the fact of owning both types, and in reality and normal use its seems to be quite subtle. Photos seem to accentuate the CRB. __________________ Whatever the watch, it's your wrist, it speaks to you, enjoy it

16 March 2008, 05:53 AM	#17
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	I prefer it on the DJ/DD line......don't like it much on the sports models.

16 March 2008, 06:33 AM	#18
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	I can take it or leave it, I need a loupe or macro to see it anyway

16 March 2008, 06:40 AM	#19
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	+1 to what Mrdi said.

17 March 2008, 05:30 AM	#20
lildragon "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Huang Location: Texas Watch: LV Submariner Posts: 216	I'm not a big fan of the CRB or rehaut. I guess it'll have to grow on me. Unfortunately, you won't have much of a choice if you go with a newer M series nowadays. Rolex has moved this direction to make it more difficult to replicate/copy. Good thing the ones I have now don't have it. That's my 2cents!

17 March 2008, 10:26 AM	#21
sherwin "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Perth/Singapore Posts: 1,764	i like the idea of having the serial # located at the 6 oclock position. however the branding does not really concern me all that much

17 March 2008, 01:46 PM	#22
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,449	I like the CRB,IMO in certain light especially with a S/S model it looks great. __________________

17 March 2008, 01:49 PM	#23
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	I have both, makes for a nice pair. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

17 March 2008, 03:51 PM	#26
14060man "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: usa Posts: 239	I dislike it the branding around the ring. The original clean design is better. I guess this branding is an anti counterfeit move by Rolex, but it really clutters and diminishes the beauty of their watch designs, IMO.

17 March 2008, 03:55 PM	#27
Incurable "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Pat Location: PNW Watch: your P's and Q's Posts: 2,549	Gratuitous and unnecessary... The serial no. is one thing, Rolex (x10) is another. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 16710 (Blk/Blk) Rolex Explorer 114270 Sinn 356 Sa Flieger Limes Endurance 1Tausend Too many others... #2592 It may seem like I'm doing nothing but, at a cellular level, I'm actually quite busy...

17 March 2008, 06:04 PM	#28
ROLEX MAN 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: Home and Away Watch: you? "YES PLEASE"! Posts: 3,714	YEESSS totaly agree with Incurable! __________________ *it's not just about telling the time...* *happy rolexing...* I'm just a man with a passion

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