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What watch do you wear?
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Rolex regard it as a privilege to buy one of their watches 
if you aren't prepared to pay full whack and sit on a waiting list for a year then you just aren't worthy
And it's this attitude that makes me dislike the brand.
if you aren't prepared to pay full whack and sit on a waiting list for a year then you just aren't worthy And it's this attitude that makes me dislike the brand.
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I have one (PD1639) and the materials are great for the money (decent stainless, sapphire, ceramic) . Case finishing is OK to good, movement is Seiko so no worries there. You can expect corners to be cut in QA, so the Bezel was misaligned on mine, and the bracelet had some sharp edges. Both easy fixes. I wear mine when I want the feel of a premium watch out and about but don't want to risk it.
I have a few "clones" "homages" whatever you want to call them (I call them "watches") bought to test if I like the style and sizing before going for something more expensive. I love my SN0129 so much I'm keeping an eye open for a Grand Seiko. I will keep the San Martin though as the dial is unique and exquisite.
They are amazing value for money. San Martin in particular blow most microbrands out of the water in terms of value, let alone premium brands. They are unarguably excellent timepieces, and in terms of quality and looks they get 98% of the way there at 2% of the cost. The rest of it (brand identity and snobbery, ethics etc) is all in your head, so make your own mind up and don't listen to anyone else
Just remember there's nothing new under the sun, and Rolex didn't invent the wristwatch, let alone the dive watch. What a time to be alive!
Sounds like Porsche! Does that come from Rolex, or the dealers? We were in Harvey Nichols (I think?) in Bristol last year and they seemed pretty confident of a 6-9 month delivery time.Rolex regard it as a privilege to buy one of their watches
And it's this attitude that makes me dislike the brand.
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I think it depends on the model you want. I think you'll be on the list for an eternity for a Daytona
Hence why the gray dealer cost is double the price.
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Most likely a Yacht Master, but really need to go and have a proper look.I think it depends on the model you want. I think you'll be on the list for an eternity for a Daytona
Hence why the gray dealer cost is double the price.
She is absolutely crazy to be walking around wearing that highly recognizable piece, it's basically an invitation to get mugged. I wouldn't even wear my Sky Dweller out and about in the UK, never mind a flippin rainbow gemstone Daytona!
I know, I spent a lot of the train journey debating mugging her
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I think most people would assume it's fake. It's also very hideous.She is absolutely crazy to be walking around wearing that highly recognizable piece, it's basically an invitation to get mugged. I wouldn't even wear my Sky Dweller out and about in the UK, never mind a flippin rainbow gemstone Daytona!
Really, do you see fake Daytona rainbows everywhere you go? if you are a crim are you going to turn down a potential bumper payday just by assuming its a fake? Don't be daft.
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Probably no wait on that model, but you'll have to pony up the full price unfortunately
Asking for discount on a Rolex is seen as the height of bad manners I kinda knew, but spent some time watching some YouTube videos about it all last night and I've been educated!Probably no wait on that model, but you'll have to pony up the full price unfortunately
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It's all part of the Rolex experience
It's a shame as I do like a few of their watches.I'm guessing our local AD would want to have us order a Datejust or two before considering anything else. However we have two already purchased through them albeit my wife's parents, and have had one of them valued with them and need the second one doing as well, so there is some relationship with them. Will go in an for the valuation and see what they say about a new order.It's all part of the Rolex experience
I'd do a bit more research before you settle 100% (apols if you have). If you love that model fine, but it is one of their least desirable models. It shouldn't matter too much if you are keeping it forever, but it doesn't carry the same "Rolex" sex appeal like the GMT Master, Explorer, Submariner, DateJust, President etc...
Appreciate this, I have no idea.
I just looked on their website and went 'I like that one'. After closing the £45k Daytona tab. I like clean watches, my Bremont Solo is nice and clean, and the YM appeared as clean but I do like the Submariner after looking a bit more last night.
Don't get me wrong, I think some of them are nice -- Daytona's are achievable, but expect a 2-3 year wait.Appreciate this, I have no idea.
I like clean watches, my Bremont Solo is nice and clean, and the YM appeared as clean but I do like the Submariner after looking a bit more last night.
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I do love the Daytona, but I'm not prepared to pay the going rate for it. The zenith el Primero chronomaster sport has a similar aesthetic and is also a superior watch in my opinion, so I'd probably buy that instead if I had the money
When my boss left the firm we went to WoS on Oxford Street and took a look at the Zenith. In my head it was a sure shot but it just didn't win me over as much as I had wantedI do love the Daytona, but I'm not prepared to pay the going rate for it. The zenith el Primero chronomaster sport has a similar aesthetic and is also a superior watch in my opinion, so I'd probably buy that instead if I had the money
To be fair, I held/wore his Daytona whilst he tried on the Zenith so maybe it wasn't a fair setup lol.
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Rolex regard it as a privilege to buy one of their watches
And it's this attitude that makes me dislike the brand.
They are the Ferrari's of the watch world. offer to pay over RRP and you would get it quicker.
Very crass. I don't think either Ferrari or Rolex would fall for that. It'd just make you seem like someone they don't want to associate their brand with.