Ronin Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 I am blown away by this watch. I bought it because it reminded me so much of a PN/Exotic Daytona. Am I crazy to think that this is what a progression or "Heritage" offering from Rolex should look like? I present the formidable Frederique Constant "Paris to Peking" Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 The subdial diameters are too obnoxious, IMO. But I see what you're saying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted November 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 Yes, the macro shots exaggerate it. So maybe a Daytona and an Ebel had sex, and this is what you get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrandazzo Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 7750? Subdials are too big... Price? Looks nice and less expensive than a PN. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted November 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 7753 modified no date, single pull of crown. Only 1888 produced. Retail is $2800, but Amazon and other Grey Market sellers have them for around $1400. I did NOT pay retail. I worked a trade. http://www.frederique-constant.com/en/collection/vintage-rally Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 No. Just no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
relaxman Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 Besides the appearance of Mickey Mouse on the dial I rather like it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilot Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 Really not a fan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialvat Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 Looks bigger than 43mm P, enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted November 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 Interesting responses. It wears about the same as my old Ebel BTR. So, what should a "Modern or Heritage" Daytona look like? Clearly the current Daytona line does not seem to have the fans of yesteryear.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 Clearly the current Daytona line does not seem to have the fans of yesteryear.... With steel Daytona waiting lists still in the 2 year range, where did you get that idea? Certainly, I prefer the 62xx series over the current range, but I think most would like to see a ceramic bezel as the next update to the Daytona. I doubt Rolex will be making any major design changes similar to your FC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtguk Posted November 10, 2012 Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 That's a beautiful piece you have R I Love the dial on this one! I looked at buying this earlier in the year after trying it on at the Ad it looks MUCH more sexy in the flesh and feels 'just right' on the wrist too. The dealer here wanted lots of $$ for it so I left it at the time. Not sure about the Daytona comparison (not my cup o tea) but I agree with you a Daytona looking like this would be great! Enjoy the piece Ronin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted November 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 With steel Daytona waiting lists still in the 2 year range, where did you get that idea? Certainly, I prefer the 62xx series over the current range, but I think most would like to see a ceramic bezel as the next update to the Daytona. I doubt Rolex will be making any major design changes similar to your FC. According to my AD, stainless Daytona's are held back purposely for preferred customers, and Patek/Breguet buyers ( Buy a $$$,$$$ Patek, get a SS Daytona FREE -- I am not joking...). I bet I could call my AD and have a SS Daytona by the end of the year. My post was more a design query. Weather you care for the FC or not, is more about design. The reason MKII Kingston was met with fanfare, and Tudor Blackbay, etc. Even the Sinn 303 (silver) that on some levels reminds me of an Albino 6539. This was more of nudge to Rolex to offer something more along the lines of a PN/Exotic dial. More and more I am interested in design, and what works or doesn't and the inspiration behind a design and its longevity. As many here have been critical of modern Rolex designs, and their Maxi/Ceramic/Bling, I do wonder about the evolution and endurance of the designs. If the FC had a Rolex crown on the dial, Rolex fan(atic)s would be crapping their pants -or- possibly panning it like the "Seiko'ish" Modern Explorer II. Cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seafoam Posted November 10, 2012 Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 What is the case size? Or did i miss that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted November 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2012 What is the case size? Or did i miss that... 43mm, which given the height requirement for a 775x movement gives it a very balanced height to diameter ratio. Even on my skinny, barely 7" wrist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Determine Posted November 26, 2012 Report Share Posted November 26, 2012 The finish on the dial is stunning! Wear it well and enjoy. D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest zeleni kukuruz Posted November 26, 2012 Report Share Posted November 26, 2012 I like this watch!!! But it could use a new designe hands, its just the hands i dont like, other than that i like it very much!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lgking Posted November 26, 2012 Report Share Posted November 26, 2012 I like it...it reminds me of a Zenith El Primero! http://professionalwatches.com/2010/02/zenith_el_primero_chronograph.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted November 27, 2012 Report Share Posted November 27, 2012 I like the FC, but it doesn't have a date feature. Even though it's not as reasonably priced, I Iike the Breitling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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