Modern Rolex Design?

Riviera Paradise · Dec 30, 2015

Although I will probably get shot down in flames again for saying this I love (and own) the Polar Explorer II 216570, my only Rolex so far. As I have mentioned in previous posts, I think it is the perfect adventure & exploration sports watch, but limited in its flexibility for dressing up. I find the Sub-C less interesting than the Seamaster 300 MCoaxial. The Milgauss GV looks perhaps more balanced than the 15000Gauss, but the bumble bee is much cooler IMHO.

I would certainly prefer a GlobeMaster over a DateJust, agree with the other posts that the Explorer I looked much better in the 36mm version, and would certainly choose several GrandSeikos over an Oyter Perpetual/DateJust.

I do like from photos/videos (have not yet seen on the flesh) the YM 116622 blue dial (could be my next purchase, perhaps my first grey market watch). The recently launched new WG/Platinum day date 40s with the 3255 calibre look quite elegant, although at the price point I think most Omega fans would rather prefer an A. Lange Sohne, Patek, VC etc.?

DT1066 · Dec 30, 2015

P PatrickJ
Freedom of your and my choice, freedom of your and my speech, freedom of your and my thought regards Omega and other watch related issues. That is what makes the Omega forum what it is. 😀

But Patrick your forgetting one thing?

alam · Dec 30, 2015

Riviera Paradise
Although I will probably get shot down in flames again for saying this I love (and own) the Polar Explorer II 216570....

I can live with the 42mm case of that one, and be willing to trade mine for one of those too!

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Horlogerie · Dec 30, 2015

I kind of lean towards the Tudor brand as well, not really liking the modern Rolex offerings.

I had and sold a 1963 5508 that was all original and that I bought from the original owner. Loved the watch, the thin case and fine lugs, folded link bracelet felt quite cheap, but with it being so valuable it was difficult to wear without worrying about it (not me so much, but the misses didn't like seeing me working on my CBR929RR while wearing the watch...). So I sold it at an auction.

Width I can handle, but the increase in case thickness doesn't carry well on my 7" wrists, far to chunky and hard to be comfortable especially on a bracelet.

Rob

M'Bob · Dec 30, 2015

Then:

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abrod520 · Dec 30, 2015

M'Bob
Then:

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I hate (hate hate hate) the current Daytona, but even I think you're being a bit unfair there. The pre-Daytona chrono doesn't have the external bezel and as such looks much more simple and classic, even more than a true vintage Daytona.

M'Bob · Dec 30, 2015

Better?

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alam · Dec 30, 2015

M'Bob
Then:

wow! love the clean, simple look of "then" 🥰

yinzerniner · Dec 30, 2015

M'Bob
Better?

Then:

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Or even worse if you're comparing Pandas....
Then:

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Nobel Prize · Dec 30, 2015

I like them. Bothe the modern daytona (although I grant Vintage are more beautiful, and the modern explorer which really flies under the radar. Specially on leather

PatrickJ · Dec 30, 2015

Nobel Prize
I like them. Bothe the modern daytona (although I grant Vintage are more beautiful, and the modern explorer which really flies under the radar. Specially on leather

My opinion that Daytona in the modern interpretation you have is very nice.

ikeo1 · Dec 30, 2015

I like the modern Rolex 'adjustments' they are very small but still tastefully done. They also provide subtle changes that enthusiasts can recognize.

blufinz52 · Dec 30, 2015

alam
I can live with the 42mm case of that one, and be willing to trade mine for one of those too!

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I have the Polar Explorer II (16570) and would love to get the newer 42mm version. Also have the new Sub and love both watches. JMHO.

Great thread btw.

Nobel Prize · Dec 30, 2015

I do agree though that the modern GMT's are not quite as nice as the vintage ones. I personally think it was a mistake to use the same case as the subs as opposed to the more traditional and slightly leaner option. After all the GMT is a pilots watch. I'm not saying the white gold Pepsi C is bad, but it's not this:

jud · Dec 30, 2015

D Dombo63
Do you already have a Moonwatch? If not and there had been a standard Speedy among that lot, I bet you would have bought one on the spot.

Yes, I have a Speedy 3592.50. Right now the new Seamaster gets the most wrist time, but prior to my most recent purchase, the watches that got the most wrist time are the Sub 16610, the Speedy and an a Polar Explorer II 16570.

I don't really want to get on the Rolex bashing bandwagon, I purchased all of my Rolexes with stickers, but I paid a premium for them because I prefer the 5 digit versions and I didn't start buying Rolexes until a few years ago. In pictures the maxi cases look terrible but when I see them on people out and about they look fine to me. I have not purchased one, but I can understand the allure.

Nobel Prize · Dec 30, 2015

jud
Yes, I have a Speedy 3592.50. Right now the new Seamaster gets the most wrist time, but prior to my most recent purchase, the watches that got the most wrist time are the Sub 16610, the Speedy and an a Polar Explorer II 16570.

I don't really want to get on the Rolex bashing bandwagon, I purchased all of my Rolexes with stickers, but I paid a premium for them because I prefer the 5 digit versions and I didn't start buying Rolexes until a few years ago. In pictures the maxi cases look terrible but when I see them on people out and about they look fine to me. I have not purchased one, but I can understand the allure.

It's true, they do look much better in person

ikeo1 · Dec 30, 2015

I like the maxi case if you have big wrists. However, I prefer the seadweller case more for my smaller wrists.

arkstfan · Dec 30, 2015

First, I am a 100% expert in what I like and dislike and you are free agree or disagree with my taste.

Second, I can't declare Rolex has screwed up taste and Omega gets it right when I see the modern constellation. It looks like a bracelet with a watch wedged in with a garish bezel added and the Spacemaster, wasn't it arming a bomb on MacGyver?

I think Rolex has a pretty good idea of what they are doing even though the vintage pieces are much more to my liking. They have a loyal base but more importantly they are able to tap in to buyers Omega (and most others) cannot, the new luxury buyer. Whether it is the 23 year old pitcher getting his first big league contract, the young salesman, real estate agent, insurance agent, entrepreneurs whatever they are likely to think Rolex first if they make the decision their status warrants a luxury watch. They are buying to be noticed but are less likely to want an icon.

Modern Rolex Design?

Riviera Paradise

DT1066

alam

Horlogerie

M'Bob

abrod520

M'Bob

alam

yinzerniner

Nobel Prize

PatrickJ

ikeo1

blufinz52

Nobel Prize

jud

Nobel Prize

ikeo1

arkstfan

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