Rolex

Having seen such an enormous response to the vintage vrs modern thread, and on Nicolas's idea of examining what we like about modern Rolex.... lets ask what is your favourite modern (say last 5 - 10 years) Rolex, and why you like it.

 

I'll kick off with naming the two that I love.

 

1) Simple. Plain. But brilliant. Explorer I, 114270.

2) Quirky, funky and different. Rasta Milgauss

 

I have never had a YM on my wrist, but will have to try one given so many people seem to love them.

 

If i had to choose one it would be the Explorer. The Ranulphg Fiennes of the Rolex stable.

This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2011-05-07 22:09:02 This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2011-05-15 12:52:25

1 ex aequo: Rasta Milgauss, for its madness:  to me, the last  sign of genius from Rolex: A funny watch, and a very pleasant one to wear.

 

 

The Yachtmaster: An elegant and original interpretation of  an iconic model, theSubmariner.

Its sparkling platinum dial, and the red writing which gives life to the dial are just amazing, mermerizing.

Since these 2 ... Black Hole, nada, niente, rien, nothing,  zip, kaput...

Maybe the GMT II Ceramic bezel?

Maybe...

Best,

Nicolas;

I have tried on SO many times and each time I reject, but it just keeps calling. I think the lugs are the issue for me. I wonder what i would think if i used a Nato.

 

It is a crazy watch, and crazy is good often. Really surprised to see MV above the YM for you.

As for the lugs, on the MV, I do get what you mean... I had the same problem, and still have, by the way, but I can live with it.

On a Nato, this is a Bomb, as the Nato corrects a bit the visual impact of these big lugs, which are truly too large for the bracelet.

Best,

Nicolas.

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This is the watch that has maded the most of high expectations, people just were mad thinking about this watch prior of the launch, thinking if this watch will be the most highly collectionable since some Daytos (Orange dial), and so on... It were great exitement around this watch. Aesthetically this watch is marvelous!, technically is superior... Simple, is the best Rolex for me in the actual times. I use mine pretty often. All the best Big Duke.

Green, yellow, red?

 

Green, Yellow, Orange, Red, Black...

There is just a bit of white because this brother Rasta Milgauss comes from Swizerland!

Tssss....

Ciao Maaaaaan.

NicoTosh.

 

ive always loved the look of this vintage watch

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I suspect some here won't consider the Freccione, which is a fantastic watch, by the way, as a Modern Rolex...

Best,

Nicolas.

the Exp because it is the 36mm tool watch or tough watch which has understated design and not many realize its 'the' Rolex Explorer. Its size of 36mm make it more unique and stands out against the larger boys. Ironic isnt it? The Sub well it is just a plain looking divers 300m with turning bezel, which is less exclusive looking than the FF and closer in looks to the SM 300. The Sub is the Rolex watch for me. I prefer it to the modern Dayto, just my preference. I know i cannot compare here. The Milgauss i prefer it to the YM. So for me, it may also be very reliable timekeeping both of these Rolex models that i have. I have bee wearing my Sub 24/7 for past 2 months everytime i compare to my Nokia, exact time to the minute, shown. The Sub is more recognisable compared to the Exp I, that does not bother me. I love them as my own twins with different character, traits and skills.
This message has been edited by KCKL on 2011-05-07 19:50:34

As the first one I would name the YM. It is a very elegant watch with the platinum bezel and dial and the case is nicely rounded. The YM is a sporting watch which I can wear without problems also with any kind of business atire. But to be honest, the watch is not very readable.

I also love all non-date Submariners. Those are fantastic sporting watches and I would say there are no better diving watches.

Let's hope that the new CEO of Rolex will bring something very new to the Rolex line. I guess I have 8 modern Rolexes, all different models, but those all are simply too similar.

Best, Kari

and keep our bowels moving....

Best

Imran

1) Steel Yacht Master
2) Steel GMT ceramic bezel

I'll buy one of them sooner or later !! )

Dido! They both are great choices!

Rolex Yachtmaster II.  The various mixtures of blue, red, and white color combinations all over the YG model looks fantastic and the ring command bezel is innovative. The Yachtmaster II has got to be the favorite modern Rolex.

Regards,
ED-209

Isn't Yatchmaster II fantastic?

10 years ago, my first fantasy owning a Rolex watch ( I consider the best watch and didnt know any other watch ) , was a ss daytona,

And I still dream about getting black face zenith ss daytona in my sleep

It was my ultimate watch at time and still the same now

This year, I look forward new freccione, many pros and cons but to me it is very interesting watch, have to see in flesh first

Best,

Eddy

You're absolutely right, the Dayto falls into the category, and I forgot it because I had the novelties in mind, and the latest one doesn't do nothing for me...

But in SS, the Dayto is still the Dayto, I mean the ref 116 520.

A watch which made a lot of people dream, an icon.

Still, I prefer the 16520, less bulky, more elegant than the 116 520.

Best,

Nicolas.

example, and it is start developing patina which make it more beautiful.

but very difficult to find a good example out there.

best,

Eddy

But I really don't like vintage Rolexes. I know, to each his own and I understand some people love to have a rare vintage watch  or a whole collection. It is a watch with history and they just won't make a few thousand watches extra. So  as for 'collectibility' I can understand the hunt.

But once you have them ??? I tried years ago wit a 1680 from the end of the 60's and a 5513 from the early 60's. Everytime I wore one I had the feeling I was wearing a 50$ Chinese copy. It just feels so cheap made. The riveted bracelet from the 5513 was the worst thing I ever had on my wrist. A 50$ Chinese fake felt even better. Movements which don't wind as smooth as I was used too ...no, nothing for me.

Now take a Patek 2499, totally unreachable for me but this 50 years old Patek still feels like a top notch watch. I has the same quality and finishing as a complicated Patek from the year 2000. And that kind of quality is something I miss in vintage Rolex or Panerai.

Now that you know I will always prefer a modern Rolex I'll answer the question with ...... the Yachtmaster I and the sub 16610Lv. Can't decide between these 2. But almost all the other sport Rolexes are fine too , as long as it is made after more or less 1995  ;-)

This message has been edited by Bruno.M1 on 2011-05-08 00:38:45

It all depends on the condition, of the bracelet and the watch.

I agree that a bracelet in bad condition gives a cheap feeling on the whole watch.

But take a Vintage Rolex in superb condition, from the band to the case, without forgetting the dial and hands, and the feeling is difficult to beat.

Pffff... What I have to do to save you...



Best, my friend.

Nicolas.

LOLOLOLOL

 

Well, next time I see you, bring me a top condition vintage Rolex, maybe I might reconsider my point of view

We have a deal, Bruno.

Next time you come. Without problem.

Best,

Nicolas.

Passion + Desire + Hunt=Vintage Rolex.  To each his own, i agree

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Why? Just look at it. It's big and bold...




This message has been edited by Davo on 2011-05-08 05:31:31

It's truly an exceptional hunk of steel and certainly qualifies IMO to be a candidate.However, the weight &  height may not work for some.