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BGGodwin

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  12. Rant against modern Rolex designs

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    With the exception of the Yacht Master (which is hideous), I disagree with just about all of this. It's just modernising the design.

    IMO Rolex were way behind the times. They still are really, as they only really took a baby step with these increased sizes. Which isn't surprising given that the originals are considered design classics.

    For example I'd rather wear my seiko monster than my gen moonwatch nowadays, Sure it's only 1mm difference but because of the design it wears much larger. Same goes for the new submariner. I know many will disagree based on the design icon thing. But, that the new sub wears bigger than than the old one is the only reason I would consider wearing one. I know this will be unpopular with traditional Rolex fans, but i bet many others my age (GenX) think the same.

    I also think that the old bracelet and clasp suck because it feels flimsy and clunky regardless of how reliable it was. The new one feels silky, tough, modern and looks much better. I also think the ceramic insert is huge improvement in terms of looks and durability - finally rolex makes a 'tool' watch that wont ding or scratch with minor use.

    For my mind, on average, the new designs are way better, but I'm just a guy who likes non-vintage watches and not a traditional rolex fan.

    Once they start ARing the crystals they will be on the right path.

    I couldn't agree with you more... when I think Rolex, I think the same, typical design that has been around. Does that change how I feel about them: no. If I want a classic, timeless piece, it's Rolex. If I want something "newer", it's not Rolex.

    I'm still interested in where these pictures are for these watches! :whistling: I've only seen the YMII

  16. where i buy omega box planet ocean?

    in The Omega Area

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    Why so hot to buy a box set? Don't you wear the watch? I had a box for a Sub I bought a while ago... just threw it out, it was only collecting dust!

    Personally, I've never understood the fascination with having a box for a rep unless you are going to try and sell a rep as a gen... in that case, you're just a shitty person. :thumbdown:

  19. Avatar

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    Go into My Settings and click on the Profile tab. On the left, you'll see a column of options and one is the Change Avatar option... You'll need a web link so either a picture from a website or one you've uploaded some where.

  23. New guy with questions about his new DSSD rep

    in The Rolex Area

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    I would never dive with a rep. Get a Seiko Monster for $150 and dive with that,clank it on your tanks and the boat without worry and use your rep for the restaurant and bar after the dive. Waterproof is NOT pressure proof, you will learn that in dive class.

    Mister raises an excellent point... You want to jump into a pool, that's one thing. That's the extent that I'd want a rep to be waterproofed, personally. But if you want to dive 100+ feet, that's a whole different ball game.

    Search in the sales threads, I think there was a Seiko dive watch for sale that never sold... Good route to go.

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