6,256 Discussions and CommentsMember since March 22, 2001
Hi Trevor! Congrats on your new IWC...>
I agree with MF, that slowly allowing a design to take on new design elements, whilst preserving the original concept behind a design is a win-win. I love what IWC has done with the Aquatimer and Pilot's line over the past few years. With the WX in the Northern Hemisphere turning warmer, I've rotated watches to my Ref. 3548 on a rubber strap-Perfection IWC!
I must tell you, I find "r" watches to be garish, reeking of nouveau riche and utterly distasteful in everyway. Against time, their distasteful design will pass. While I can see our great-great-grandchildren enjoying Ref. 5251, 5001, 5002, 3717 and 3548 to name a few in A.D. 2150. So, take care of your IWC and enjoy!
724 Discussions and CommentsMember since March 22, 2001
Not just the USA ...
Rolex is everywhere in the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. The company's roots are there, so that is no surprise. Rolex is also extremely widely known and sought after in both Latin America and Asia. They have been remarkably successful in establishing a worldwide brand presence, more so than any other Swiss watchmaker. It has taken many decades but there it is.
IWC will undoubtedly increase the frequency of model redesign and changes. Hang onto any that you find special, like the 3536 Aquatimer, to my mind one of the best dive watches ever designed and built.
304 Discussions and CommentsMember since March 22, 2001New Jersey,
United Stateswww.porrecalaw.com
The Dr. has said it perfectly.....
I owned an old-style AT and a UTC before I purchased a Rolex Sea-Dweller. Boy, was I disappointed! The build quality was nowhere near either of the IWC's ! I sold my SD within a month and have never looked back. Plus, I went ahead and bought and AT 2000!
I always say this: compare a Rolex and an IWC side-by-side, and the difference is immediately apparent. I also always mention the philosophies and ethos of the companies: IWC makes perpetual calendars, minute repeaters, 7-day movements, etc., PLUS outstanding(the best, to me) sports watches with the pilot's line, the AT's and the ridiculously awesome Ingenieur.
Here's another tip: `order` catalogs from each brand. The right choice will become immediately apparent , trust me.
Of course there is the exclusivity factor as well. In the US, one can buy a Rolex at virtually any shopping mall. I know of only a handful of IWC AD's in my home state. When you go IWC you are really getting something special.
299 Discussions and CommentsMember since Jan. 31, 2006
The Dr. has said it perfectly.....
Chris is right. Look at the catalogs and just there is a huge difference just in the quality of the Rolex and IWC catalogs. If IWC can make a superior catalog, imagine how much greater effort they put into their beloved watches.
Jaeger-LeCoultre and Girard-Perregaux also make really terrific, informative, and detailed catalogs as well. Breitling may be a distant second.
27 Discussions and CommentsMember since March 15, 2004
Rolex produces over 700.000 chronometers in 2005
One reason I shy away from any Rolexes and opted for an Ingeneur Auto SS several months ago was the fact that I read from a well known watch magazine sometime ago, that in the year 2005 alone Rolex produces over 700,000 chronometers !! (the company actually produced more than that figure since not all Rolexes are chronometers) ! enough said !
299 Discussions and CommentsMember since Jan. 31, 2006
But, they are...
Yes I know about Rolex Daytonas. I sold a 2003 SS Daytona with a black face that was three days old for $5500 more than I paid for it on EBay. The deal was COD and the cashier's check had been forged in an expensive color laser printer so I lost the watch and the money. The FBI investigated and said this was a big problem that they had been unsucessful in solving. The watch was reported as stolen to Rolex so if its ever serviced by Rolex USA, it will get back to me. Unfortunately, there are many non-authroized places that can service them. Too many documents are easily foged so I do everything via credit card or hard cash now. And I don't use EBay.
I agree with MF, that slowly allowing a design to take on new design elements, whilst preserving the original concept behind a design is a win-win. I love what IWC has done with the Aquatimer and Pilot's line over the past few years. With the WX in the Northern Hemisphere turning warmer, I've rotated watches to my Ref. 3548 on a rubber strap-Perfection IWC!
I must tell you, I find "r" watches to be garish, reeking of nouveau riche and utterly distasteful in everyway. Against time, their distasteful design will pass. While I can see our great-great-grandchildren enjoying Ref. 5251, 5001, 5002, 3717 and 3548 to name a few in A.D. 2150. So, take care of your IWC and enjoy!
Cheers from Isobars.
Rolex is everywhere in the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. The company's roots are there, so that is no surprise. Rolex is also extremely widely known and sought after in both Latin America and Asia. They have been remarkably successful in establishing a worldwide brand presence, more so than any other Swiss watchmaker. It has taken many decades but there it is.
IWC will undoubtedly increase the frequency of model redesign and changes. Hang onto any that you find special, like the 3536 Aquatimer, to my mind one of the best dive watches ever designed and built.
Regards,
OCD
Last edited: 2 March, 2011 - 18:26
I owned an old-style AT and a UTC before I purchased a Rolex Sea-Dweller. Boy, was I disappointed! The build quality was nowhere near either of the IWC's ! I sold my SD within a month and have never looked back. Plus, I went ahead and bought and AT 2000!
I always say this: compare a Rolex and an IWC side-by-side, and the difference is immediately apparent. I also always mention the philosophies and ethos of the companies: IWC makes perpetual calendars, minute repeaters, 7-day movements, etc., PLUS outstanding(the best, to me) sports watches with the pilot's line, the AT's and the ridiculously awesome Ingenieur.
Here's another tip: `order` catalogs from each brand. The right choice will become immediately apparent , trust me.
Of course there is the exclusivity factor as well. In the US, one can buy a Rolex at virtually any shopping mall. I know of only a handful of IWC AD's in my home state. When you go IWC you are really getting something special.
Good luck and post some pics!!
Regards,
Chris
Chris is right. Look at the catalogs and just there is a huge difference just in the quality of the Rolex and IWC catalogs. If IWC can make a superior catalog, imagine how much greater effort they put into their beloved watches.
Jaeger-LeCoultre and Girard-Perregaux also make really terrific, informative, and detailed catalogs as well. Breitling may be a distant second.
Cheers
FJB
One reason I shy away from any Rolexes and opted for an Ingeneur Auto SS several months ago was the fact that I read from a well known watch magazine sometime ago, that in the year 2005 alone Rolex produces over 700,000 chronometers !! (the company actually produced more than that figure since not all Rolexes are chronometers) ! enough said !
I'm just hope no one is paying $8k for a stainless Rolex. Not even a new Daytona.
FJB
Congratulation for the very nice Portugese Perpetual Calendar... also my favorit one. Greetings
Last edited: 24 September, 2011 - 23:07
Most SS Daytona's go for $9k-$11k in the US.
Viken B.
Last edited: 23 May, 2011 - 21:19
Yes I know about Rolex Daytonas. I sold a 2003 SS Daytona with a black face that was three days old for $5500 more than I paid for it on EBay. The deal was COD and the cashier's check had been forged in an expensive color laser printer so I lost the watch and the money. The FBI investigated and said this was a big problem that they had been unsucessful in solving. The watch was reported as stolen to Rolex so if its ever serviced by Rolex USA, it will get back to me. Unfortunately, there are many non-authroized places that can service them. Too many documents are easily foged so I do everything via credit card or hard cash now. And I don't use EBay.
Regards,
FJB