Rolex, Breitling, or Tag - Page 4

ucla695 · 12-21-2009, 05:42 PM

This is one of my every day watches... Auto Baume et Mercier Capeland Chrono.

mosesbotbol · 12-21-2009, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ucla695

This is one of my every day watches... Auto Baume et Mercier Capeland Chrono.

We are sending one off to be serviced. I was suprised how long has run without needing a service. Very heavy watch.

floydpink · 12-21-2009, 09:16 PM

I have a small wrist and always wanted a Rolex. The Submariner was too big for me and I end up buying a Date off RJT off the old CS for a great price, I feel.

I was having a record year in sales and knew I better get it or never would. Redoing the kitchen in granite and getting the Rolex were on my bucket list and I did both, although there were more prudent things to do with my extra money.

Says a lot about my feelings for this community when I ppalled a couple grand for something I never saw to someone I never met. Ended up working out perfectly and came as described with papers, hangtags, boxes and everything else to make it nearly new.

It was just enough understated and sized to be a perfect watch for me.

I never felt the need to brag or wear fancy jewelry, but in my narrow mind, there is something about a Rolex that is up there with something about a Harley Davidson that can't be explained to those who don't own one. Maybe not the best if you break down all the parts, but no substitute if you are one who seeks either and "gets it". If not, perfect fuel for an argument.

If you should own one, you'll know it I believe, and will find a way to.

That probably sounds really stuck up or stupid, but whattaya gonna do?

Mr.Maduro · 12-21-2009, 09:34 PM

This is my current "dress up" watch. A Raymond Weil Parsifal

Blueface · 12-22-2009, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by floydpink

I have a small wrist and always wanted a Rolex. The Submariner was too big for me and I end up buying a Date off RJT off the old CS for a great price, I feel.

I was having a record year in sales and knew I better get it or never would. Redoing the kitchen in granite and getting the Rolex were on my bucket list and I did both, although there were more prudent things to do with my extra money.

Says a lot about my feelings for this community when I ppalled a couple grand for something I never saw to someone I never met. Ended up working out perfectly and came as described with papers, hangtags, boxes and everything else to make it nearly new.

It was just enough understated and sized to be a perfect watch for me.

I never felt the need to brag or wear fancy jewelry, but in my narrow mind, there is something about a Rolex that is up there with something about a Harley Davidson that can't be explained to those who don't own one. Maybe not the best if you break down all the parts, but no substitute if you are one who seeks either and "gets it". If not, perfect fuel for an argument.

If you should own one, you'll know it I believe, and will find a way to.

That probably sounds really stuck up or stupid, but whattaya gonna do?

Well Pete, it does say a lot to trust someone you never met with so much money. If anyone was worth trusting, Robert was. Wonder what became of him as haven't seen him around again. Glad my two cents on that deal didn't steer you wrong.

icehog3 · 12-22-2009, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Well Pete, it does say a lot to trust someone you never met with so much money. If anyone was worth trusting, Robert was. Wonder what became of him as haven't seen him around again. Glad my two cents on that deal didn't steer you wrong.

Robert joined the Asylum on 11-19-09. Still waitng on his first post.

I do trusted Robert and was rewarded with my TAG.

rizzle · 12-22-2009, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Well Pete, it does say a lot to trust someone you never met with so much money. If anyone was worth trusting, Robert was. Wonder what became of him as haven't seen him around again. Glad my two cents on that deal didn't steer you wrong.

Yep, I remember when that deal went down. And as I recall, you stole that thing. Glad you seem to be as happy with it today as you did then.

When I finally found the one that sung to me it took me a couple years to raise the cash and find the watch. In that time frame the price went up almost 2 G's. Isn't that what credit cards are supposed to be for? Dummy.

ucla695 · 12-22-2009, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

We are sending one off to be serviced. I was suprised how long has run without needing a service. Very heavy watch.

Yeah, they can go a while between services and it IS a heavy watch. I feel like my wrist is bare when I wear some of my other watches.

Blueface · 12-22-2009, 12:52 PM

I went over 10 years without servicing my Rolex and the wife's is now on 12 or so.
Service is not cheap. A bit shy of $400 without any replacement parts.

mosesbotbol · 12-22-2009, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

I went over 10 years without servicing my Rolex and the wife's is now on 12 or so.
Service is not cheap. A bit shy of $400 without any replacement parts.

Is that from Rolex USA that price? In Switzerland it is about half that price.

ucubed · 12-21-2009, 09:47 PM

This is my Tag that I wear, though not as often as I should, it has sentimental value

mosesbotbol · 12-22-2009, 04:59 AM

If you get a chrono, think about how much you will actually use it. I say this because some watches have screw down pushers which are a pain if you plan to use the chrono function frequently, but are suppose to offer better water protection.

Personally, I do not like the screw down pushers.

mosesbotbol · 12-22-2009, 07:54 AM

I bought my watch online from Singapore. Imagine wiring thousands to some bank account half-way around the world... Talk about little recourse. Luckily, everything went smooth as that is what these guys do for a living.

12-22-2009, 08:08 AM

I really like my swiss watches too.

The one on the left is for the weekends; I'd never wear that to work.

Blueface · 12-22-2009, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by mrreindeer

I really like my swiss watches too.

The one on the left is for the weekends; I'd never wear that to work.

I have literally pissed in my pants!!! Need to go change.

Knip23 · 12-22-2009, 09:16 AM

It depends on what your useing the watch for if its just for time keeping Rolex if not go with the Pathfinder.

12-22-2009, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by mrreindeer

The one on the left is for the weekends; I'd never wear that to work.r

I stand corrected, I actually did wear the one on the left to work one day because it went with my tie.

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Originally Posted by Blueface

I have literally pissed in my pants!!! Need to go change.

Uh, sorry 'bout that Carlos. I know, they're THAT nice!

mosesbotbol · 12-22-2009, 01:26 PM

I get them serviced every 3-4 years, but it is easy for me to do so. I can get the service done much cheaper than most, but if they are US customers, shipping can add up back and forth.

krevo · 01-07-2010, 08:46 AM

I own a number of watches, but I prefer my Rolex watches over the others as far as wrist time goes. My Sub is extremely versatile with a nato strap, rubber strap and oyster bracelet.

I wear my '73 1655 Explorer II for special occasions. A gift from my dad for graduating. (long before the price skyrocketed

) He paid 900 dollars for it in 1981, the year I was born.

And for what it's worth, I don't see Rolex as being a high end timepiece company. (L&S, AP, PP, etc) I see them as a world class marketing firm, who has always stuck by classic, timeless designs when other companies have shifted. (speaking to Omega discontinuing the sword hand Seamaster, and jumbo case sizes, etc)

It's not a status symbol to me. It's a watch. 80% of the time it's tucked under my sleeve in case I need to know what time it is. Let us not forget that 2 ct. diamond engagement rings, tennis bracelets, large gold and platinum rings that people wear on a daily basis. Are they pretentious as well? At very least my jewelry serves a purpose.

md4958 · 01-07-2010, 09:09 AM

It is my opinion that Rolex is a more "mature" watch. We, in the younger generations, cant really appreciate the status a Rolex used to convey.

I love the look of Tags and Breit. That being said, if you want a watch that will be in style 30 years from now, and one that you could pass down to your son or grand son, I would go for the Rolex.

My uncle has one that he purchased 30 years ago and wears it every day. It still looks brand new.

He told me a story once about going out on a fishing charter with this guy from Texas. The guy said to him, (in southern drawl)
"Hey Jerry, what time you got?"
Jerry- "10:45"
Texan-"funny, your Rolex got the same time as my Timex

"
Jerry- "yeah, but when was the last time your Timex got you laid?"
laughter stopped

12-21-2009, 05:42 PM	#1
ucla695 Neither here, nor there Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pool Posts: 3,696 Trading: (5)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag This is one of my every day watches... Auto Baume et Mercier Capeland Chrono.

12-21-2009, 09:16 PM	#3
floydpink crazy diamond Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: Orlando Posts: 1,955 Trading: (17)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag I have a small wrist and always wanted a Rolex. The Submariner was too big for me and I end up buying a Date off RJT off the old CS for a great price, I feel. I was having a record year in sales and knew I better get it or never would. Redoing the kitchen in granite and getting the Rolex were on my bucket list and I did both, although there were more prudent things to do with my extra money. Says a lot about my feelings for this community when I ppalled a couple grand for something I never saw to someone I never met. Ended up working out perfectly and came as described with papers, hangtags, boxes and everything else to make it nearly new. It was just enough understated and sized to be a perfect watch for me. I never felt the need to brag or wear fancy jewelry, but in my narrow mind, there is something about a Rolex that is up there with something about a Harley Davidson that can't be explained to those who don't own one. Maybe not the best if you break down all the parts, but no substitute if you are one who seeks either and "gets it". If not, perfect fuel for an argument. If you should own one, you'll know it I believe, and will find a way to. That probably sounds really stuck up or stupid, but whattaya gonna do? __________________ "If we weren't all crazy we would go insane" Last edited by floydpink; 12-21-2009 at 09:26 PM.

12-21-2009, 09:34 PM	#4
Mr.Maduro In Domino Confido Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Patrick Location: La Casa del Blueface Posts: 2,905 Trading: (83)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag This is my current "dress up" watch. A Raymond Weil Parsifal __________________ "Patrick...You low-rent f#@k!!!" - MACMS (Shack V)

12-22-2009, 12:52 PM	#9
Blueface Gramps 4x's Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Horatio Seymore Hiny Location: Boca Raton - North of La Habana Posts: 8,774 Trading: (8)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag I went over 10 years without servicing my Rolex and the wife's is now on 12 or so. Service is not cheap. A bit shy of $400 without any replacement parts. __________________ Little known fact: I am a former member of the Village People - The Indian

12-21-2009, 09:47 PM	#11
ucubed Corona Cigars Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Location: Orlando/Gainesville Posts: 1,571 Trading: (15)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag This is my Tag that I wear, though not as often as I should, it has sentimental value __________________ All new Troop Support Auctions! What can you donate?

12-22-2009, 04:59 AM	#12
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag If you get a chrono, think about how much you will actually use it. I say this because some watches have screw down pushers which are a pain if you plan to use the chrono function frequently, but are suppose to offer better water protection. Personally, I do not like the screw down pushers. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

12-22-2009, 07:54 AM	#13
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag I bought my watch online from Singapore. Imagine wiring thousands to some bank account half-way around the world... Talk about little recourse. Luckily, everything went smooth as that is what these guys do for a living. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

12-22-2009, 08:08 AM	#14
mrreindeer Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag I really like my swiss watches too. The one on the left is for the weekends; I'd never wear that to work.

12-22-2009, 09:16 AM	#16
Knip23 Keep It Simple Join Date: Dec 2009 First Name: Destrey Location: Ft. Polk/ Leesville Posts: 545 Trading: (10)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag It depends on what your useing the watch for if its just for time keeping Rolex if not go with the Pathfinder.

12-22-2009, 01:26 PM	#18
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag I get them serviced every 3-4 years, but it is easy for me to do so. I can get the service done much cheaper than most, but if they are US customers, shipping can add up back and forth. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

01-07-2010, 08:46 AM	#19
krevo Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Travis Location: Austin, TX Posts: 456 Trading: (3)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag I own a number of watches, but I prefer my Rolex watches over the others as far as wrist time goes. My Sub is extremely versatile with a nato strap, rubber strap and oyster bracelet. I wear my '73 1655 Explorer II for special occasions. A gift from my dad for graduating. (long before the price skyrocketed ) He paid 900 dollars for it in 1981, the year I was born. And for what it's worth, I don't see Rolex as being a high end timepiece company. (L&S, AP, PP, etc) I see them as a world class marketing firm, who has always stuck by classic, timeless designs when other companies have shifted. (speaking to Omega discontinuing the sword hand Seamaster, and jumbo case sizes, etc) It's not a status symbol to me. It's a watch. 80% of the time it's tucked under my sleeve in case I need to know what time it is. Let us not forget that 2 ct. diamond engagement rings, tennis bracelets, large gold and platinum rings that people wear on a daily basis. Are they pretentious as well? At very least my jewelry serves a purpose. __________________ http://www.be-logic.org/uploaded/107_1252518306.jpg

01-07-2010, 09:09 AM	#20
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: Rolex, Breitling, or Tag It is my opinion that Rolex is a more "mature" watch. We, in the younger generations, cant really appreciate the status a Rolex used to convey. I love the look of Tags and Breit. That being said, if you want a watch that will be in style 30 years from now, and one that you could pass down to your son or grand son, I would go for the Rolex. My uncle has one that he purchased 30 years ago and wears it every day. It still looks brand new. He told me a story once about going out on a fishing charter with this guy from Texas. The guy said to him, (in southern drawl) "Hey Jerry, what time you got?" Jerry- "10:45" Texan-"funny, your Rolex got the same time as my Timex " Jerry- "yeah, but when was the last time your Timex got you laid?" laughter stopped __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.