robertb Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Be nice... I'm still learning how to shoot bright shiny objects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xelorrolex Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 mmmh nice collection ! ... And judicious selection! Congrats ! Xel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Yeah that daytona in the middle of the back row , it just shouldn't be there Send it to me, it will be much happier. Nice Photo of a great collection ST4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Robert, Your photo is very nice And so is your Rolex collection. One huge problem though: a 5513 and a 1665 are missing Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertb Posted May 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Yes, you're right Stephane I need to work on my vintage pieces soon. I have a black Daytona missing a link that is soon to be whole thanks to you Stephane! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Yes, you're right Stephane I need to work on my vintage pieces soon. I have a black Daytona missing a link that is soon to be whole thanks to you Stephane! Don't mention it. My pleasure Robert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Nice collection, but the best Rolex is completely missing: The GMT 16710. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 @Robert - Nice collection shot Thanks for sharing What, no 6263 DW? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules.JJL Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 @Robert - Nice collection shot Thanks for sharing What, no 6263 DW? Love the bottom right daydate. Which model is it (and the obligatory.... where did you get it....?) J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Very nice (picture & collection), but I agree with By-Tor & Stephane -- you need to get some vintage metal in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertb Posted May 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Nice collection, but the best Rolex is completely missing: The GMT 16710. I agree, I have a BK GMT II Transformer and BK Sub on order and should be here in 3-4 weeks. I thought the Rollie experts would spot the "special" watches in the group. There are 3 gens in there and if nobody can pick them out.... we know that these reps must be pretty decent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 There are 3 gens in there and if nobody can pick them out.... we know that these reps must be pretty decent! Not so fast. Without good, clear close-up pictures, it is nearly impossible to see the details on most watches. Based on what I CAN see, the only thing I know for sure is that neither of the Daytonas are gens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w.genzo Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 DayDate gen Daytona/SD/YM rep Two among Sub ExII Datejust are gen. Too hard from this distance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertb Posted May 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Interesting responses so far. It just goes to show that in a real life situation, an expert may get a glance at one of these watches from a similar distance but it would be tough to tell rep vs gen. I know that personally I never want to stare so I'll sneak a peak. There is a lot of emphasis on dial font, rehaut, spacing, pearl, bezel, crown size or crown guard shape etc but if rep experts can't tell from this distance, neither can your average Joe. I'll hold off on the final reveal in case others want to play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertb Posted May 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 Ok since nobody else is playing the spot the gen game here are the answers: Blue 2 tone sub is a gen Yachtmaster is a gen 2 tone Datejust with white roman dial is a gen The Daytona's are easy to spot from this distance because the 3 and 9 subdials don't line up with the 3 and 9 ticks, they sit slightly above the midway point. The Daydate is a tough one, if I held that in my hands I would have a hard time knowing it was a rep. The Exp II is easy because it's the incorrect handstack version. The Sea Dweller would be tough because it's the new V2 but holding it in your hand, the band doesn't feel as nice as a gen. Thanks for playing folks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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