Rolex

 

Everyone knows Rolex is more or less a tool watch: sturdy, robust and virtually indestructible. Professionals in their respective fields wore them: divers, explorers, pilots etc. So it is understandable and accepted that the material of choice to withstand the ravages of the elements should be stainless steel.

 Until recently, I was of the opinion that the idea of owning a Rolex meant only SS models. If you want something fancy with precious metals or a dressy watch, there are many brands to consider that are more appropriate.

After acquiring most of the modern day SS Rolex sports model, I began to get bored. I only used them to tell the time and occasionally the date. None of the activities that they were highly engineered to perform in ever challenged them or were they ever subjected to a harsh environment. I’m probably not the only one to wear a DSSD as a desk diver.

 

Then I came across a TT ‘Rootbeer’ one day and I really liked the colour of the dial and the subtle way the light plays off it. It looked sophisticated and yet rugged at the same time and I decided to pull the trigger on it. In time, I got to like it even more and went to look for a good condition one with a ‘nipple’ dial. That didn’t quite materialize as the ones I saw were in a poor state.

 

Anyway, to cut a long story short, I chanced upon another ‘Rootbeer’ with an older tritium dial and a jubilee bracelet. It had a slightly different look with the Jubilee and the tritium markers and hands were developing patina. It’s the same watch but not quite the same, if you know what I mean. Since I was enamoured with the first, is it crazy to go for a second with minor differences?

 

Thanks for your time and indulgence.

 

Cheers

 

Fernando

 

P.S. Nicolas, you asked and I hope I delivered.

 

Are you opening a new thema in your Rolex Collection?

Now, you're going into deep trouble.

As you will have to hunt:

- An all gold 1675 with crownguards.

- A 1675 WITHOUT crownguards.

- An YG 6542.

- And a few other iterations...



No, I am not disappointed by the delivery!

I love your madness and style.

Thank you so much. We have two excellent posts on the Rolex forum today!

Best,

Nicolas

unanswered for the time being. I have to go check out your references first.

You can be such a devil.

Best

fernando

It is indeed a lovely watch, wear in good health.

As Nicolas has pointed out you seem to be heading down a dangerous path (so to speak).

Best regards,

George

With Nicolas, it's always a dangerous path .... but with so much fun!

cheers

fernando

Not quite Rolex .............. but embraceb the world of insensibility and aesthetics !!!

All that glitters must be gold , how but how... can anyone resist ?!?

 

I do find that I am especially conscious when I have a tool gold on wirst (no thanks in part to the weight) and admittedly gets less wrist time...

Parhaps also in part tool watches in gold tend to stand out more than most dress watches.

BTW, an everose Daytona is very high up on my wishlist. Tat will complete my insensible golden TRIO !!

PS. I much prefer the rootbeer with the 2 tome bracelet.

 

They look exquisite and I'm sure their golden charm adds to their allure.

Good luck in the RG Daytona, I'm sure it will fill up the empty spot in no time.

Best

fernando

... a tool watch should be stainless. Who would go  scuba diving with a full gold Submariner?

By the other hand... I love full gold Submariners, and it will be my next grail!

I like both TT and full gold Subs and GMT´s though definitively wouldn´t use them daily, or chose the full gold Sub for scuba diving. Going in or out the boat and the U/W environment is too rough for a so fine gold watch, I feel.

Regarding the GMT root beer, I feel it is one of the most beautiful variants of the classic model. Both of your timepieces are stunning, but I find the so called "nipple dial" my favorite one. As a matter of fact, I own two TT GMT´s nipple dials: one black dial, and one brown dial.

So... collecting includes a bit of madness, and if you feel you "need" to bring another GMT TT to your collection, and budget allows, just go ahead.

Nicolas "check list" is an interesting proposal for you to study. May be you will discover that you need more than three pieces, to complete your GMT collection!

Enjoy your beautiful watches! Very cordially, Abel.

I wish I had some of the gorgeous vintages you have. That requires a lot more time,effort and know-how and it's such a pleasure to have someone like you share them with us here. Love to see those 'nipples' (Rootbeer ) of yours.

Best

fernando

... kind invitation to show my GMT´s nipple dials.

You know... collectors, like parents, do not need to be asked twice, when someone request to see the pictures of their children!

May I warn you, that by some strange reason, pictures posted in this nice Forum, seem to be contagious. You´ll probably have to add some items to Nicolas list!

Hope you approve my childs...  err... excuse me, my watches! (brown dial: ref 1675 c. 1977.  Black dial ref 16753, c. 1981)

Cordial regards, Abel.

 

... and so different, great "kids" and thanks for sharing pictures of these "grown ups"

Best
Hans

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....but I want the nipple dial and in good shape, so far fortune and luck has not been with me
Good catch indeed

Best
Hans

It may just show up one day!

cheers & thanks.

fernando

Hi, Fernando,

I am definitely feeling the two tone root beer paired with a denim shirt! Sub zero all the way, my friend!

All aside, I completely understand your allure towards gold sports Rolex models, one which I may say, we share, but which I cannot really justify or put into words.

Sorry to not be able to offer any support other than my company walking down the same gilt laden road .

Hope all is well!

Alex

and it's good to hear from you. A couple of tequila shots as a toast to our virtual friendship!

Best

fernando

I will keep the bar fully stocked, Fernando, just in case you decide on popping around this side of the Pacific ;-).

As always, it is great to read you!

Take care,

Alex