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Lubrifar
26 July 2007, 11:22 AM
Did a search but not a whole lot of recent reviews. Please post one if you or someone you know own one. Thanks.

Lubrifar
26 July 2007, 11:54 AM
Such a beautiful watch, I want one ... :bawling:

Robb
26 July 2007, 12:07 PM
Wow!!! That is beautiful.

KansaiVet
26 July 2007, 12:21 PM
Yea, whenever I see one at my AD it really stands out in the display case.

Lubrifar
26 July 2007, 12:23 PM
Yea, whenever I see one at my AD it really stands out in the display case.

Can you tell me approximately how much they are asking for? Thanks.

KansaiVet
26 July 2007, 01:22 PM
Can you tell me approximately how much they are asking for? Thanks.

I'll check for you tomorrow. I am pretty sure that they will give you 10% off on that. No sales tax here as well.

John685
26 July 2007, 02:55 PM
Did a search but not a whole lot of recent reviews. Please post one if you or someone you know own one. Thanks.

Such a beautiful watch, I want one ... :bawling:

I bought this exact watch pictured by Lubrifur two days ago and took it back today. I thought the SS version would make a good "casual" watch to compliment my TT DJ with an oyster bracelet. Unfortunately, I found fault with it enough that I traded it in for another Rolex. :thumbsdow

This is just my opinion/impression but I love the new Jubilee bracelet and the SS version just doesn't do it justice. The polished links are almost lost (not that visible as a contrast).

What really bothered me was the movable bezel. I thought it was a neat feature and that was a big reason for selecting the TOG. However, the black marks are small and with the white gold bezel being fluted, almost any light created a reflection that all but made the marks unreadable. It might be different with a yellow gold bezel but I didn't compare them.

I also thought the baton marks were not that visible against the white dial but this might be an unfair judgement, as I'm partial to the raised roman numerals. A black dial might be a better contrast with the SS.

Overall, I was just disappointed with the SS version and thought it was a little plain looking. However, to be fair my wife thought it looked okay..

I traded it for a rose gold TT DJ with a black dial and raised romans and a Jubilee bracelet. I absolutely love this one and it's definitely not going back.:clap: :clap: :clap:

I don't know if this is any help and it's only my opinion. If you like the SS TOG go for it but I would encourage you to check out all the different versions of it. :thumbsup:

Lubrifar
26 July 2007, 05:31 PM
Thank you John for your reply. I was not quite expecting a negative review, but I truly appreciate your honest opinion as it definitely helped!

If I understand correctly, the only white gold on this version of TOG is the fluted bezel while the case and jubilee bracelet are stainless? I can definitely related to the light reflection of the bezel, my YG DD does exactly the same thing under bright (indoor/outdoor) conditions. Now with the markings on the bezel, a bit hard to tell whether they are indented as I have not seem the watch in person, can you please clarify? On a similar note, are the stick markers raised or flat?

I do think as well that a black dial might make readability easier, I guess any given dial is easier to read compare to my YG DD which has champagne dial with gold hands and black stick markers!

Thanks again.

Keep them coming guys...and gals. :thumbsup:

Here's my one and only:

Lubrifar
26 July 2007, 05:42 PM
I'll check for you tomorrow. I am pretty sure that they will give you 10% off on that. No sales tax here as well.

Thank you sire! :cheers:

KansaiVet
26 July 2007, 05:59 PM
Wow! Great DD. :thumbsup: :clap:

mikey
27 July 2007, 04:12 AM
If I hadd a DD like that, I would probably never buy another Rolex

Lubrifar
27 July 2007, 04:48 AM
If I hadd a DD like that, I would probably never buy another Rolex

True, but there are occasions when I want to dress down my watch. I am actually seriously considering an Omega Seamaster 2252.50.00 instead.

Bama
27 July 2007, 06:13 AM
That is a beautiful watch T.:cheers:

John685
27 July 2007, 04:27 PM
Thank you John for your reply. I was not quite expecting a negative review, but I truly appreciate your honest opinion as it definitely helped!

If I understand correctly, the only white gold on this version of TOG is the fluted bezel while the case and jubilee bracelet are stainless? I can definitely related to the light reflection of the bezel, my YG DD does exactly the same thing under bright (indoor/outdoor) conditions. Now with the markings on the bezel, a bit hard to tell whether they are indented as I have not seem the watch in person, can you please clarify? On a similar note, are the stick markers raised or flat?

I do think as well that a black dial might make readability easier, I guess any given dial is easier to read compare to my YG DD which has champagne dial with gold hands and black stick markers!

Thanks again.

Keep them coming guys...and gals. :thumbsup:

Here's my one and only:

Hi T,

Sorry for "bad mouthing" the TOG but I was very disappointed with it. Partly because I had lusted after it for so long. A while back I had to choose between it and a TT DJ and went with the TT. After doing so, I kept going back to the Rolex site to view the SS TOG until I finally decided I just had to have it too.

Quite frankly I didn't pay that much attention to the black markings on the bezel but I think they are just a black material in an indention. Besides being unreadable in certain lighting, I thought they were also too small but that consideration is limited by the size of the bezel. And yes, the bezel is WG which, as you know is quite reflective. :crying:

The stick markers are raised and that's another thing I forgot to mention. I don't have any experience with the Rolex luminous markers but I thought the luminous part could have been bigger. I only tested it once in the store, holding it very close to an intense light and it seemed okay but the markers were small. After getting home, I checked it again in normal lighting conditions and there was only a faint glow. Maybe my luminous expectations were too high but I don't have any experience with this.

By all means, try the SS TOG on and I would recommend checking the bezel in a hard light to see how reflective it can be. Overall it's the same Rolex quality as all their others and I was just disappointed in some of the features.

Let me know if I can offer anything else. :bye:

Arturo
22 August 2007, 01:48 AM
Love those Romans, but no lume really bugs me.

frostie
23 August 2007, 05:31 AM
turnograph is a beauty

SSD
6 September 2007, 04:32 AM
Let there be no doubt about that. Does anyone think its too sporty to go with a suit? I think it'd be a good compliment for my Sub in that respect...

The Professor
6 September 2007, 07:26 AM
Absolutely not, Jamie. I purchased mine about two weeks ago, specifically with a view to wearing it at the office and I am thrilled with it!

Cheers

Lubrifar
6 September 2007, 07:53 AM
I finally saw a SS black dial with jubilee bracelet (116264430) at Rolex in Wynn Resort in LV and wow, what a stunning beauty! I think with this particular model, it fits quite well with any occassion.

SSD
6 September 2007, 09:05 AM
I like the black and blue dials! They really set the red seconds hand and red dates off, IMO.

robbonds
7 September 2007, 01:52 AM
im thinking abaout getting a SS tog but putting a black diamond dial on it

any thoughts?

The Professor
7 September 2007, 07:42 AM
I like the black and blue dials! They really set the red seconds hand and red dates off, IMO.

Mine is with the blue dial and agree, it is a very sharp backdrop against the red.

Lubrifar
7 September 2007, 11:23 AM
Mine is with the blue dial and agree, it is a very sharp backdrop against the red.

Hey Kevin, can you please snap and share a photo of your TOG? And what is the model number? Thanks in advance.

georgemera
1 November 2007, 09:32 PM
here is my Rolex Turn O Graph TT Champaigne dial

http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc179/georgemera/IMG_7087.jpg

georgemera
1 November 2007, 09:33 PM
http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc179/georgemera/IMG_7082.jpg

arttay10
2 November 2007, 09:00 AM
:thumbsup:Here's my DJ Thunderbird with a Factory MOP & Diamond Dial - I love the Turn-O-Graph/ Thunderbird models !!
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff121/arttay10/rolex2.jpg

JJ Irani
2 November 2007, 10:28 AM
Thank you John for your reply. I was not quite expecting a negative review, but I truly appreciate your honest opinion as it definitely helped!

If I understand correctly, the only white gold on this version of TOG is the fluted bezel while the case and jubilee bracelet are stainless? I can definitely related to the light reflection of the bezel, my YG DD does exactly the same thing under bright (indoor/outdoor) conditions. Now with the markings on the bezel, a bit hard to tell whether they are indented as I have not seem the watch in person, can you please clarify? On a similar note, are the stick markers raised or flat?

I do think as well that a black dial might make readability easier, I guess any given dial is easier to read compare to my YG DD which has champagne dial with gold hands and black stick markers!

Thanks again.

Keep them coming guys...and gals. :thumbsup:

Here's my one and only:

That's a stunning picture of an all time classic beauty!! :thumbsup:

DS/B MINI S
3 November 2007, 06:15 AM
Like the saying goes "Different Strokes for Different Folks"

The TOG just doesn't do it for me. IMHO, it's trying to be something (Sports watch) that it's not. The DJ is much better suited for the fluted bezel.
I'm sure everyone that has one enjoys it, and I'm just glad there is more than one flavor
:cheers:

astcell
3 November 2007, 06:44 AM
Stuart..... VERY pretty! I love that look!

arttay10
3 November 2007, 08:31 AM
Stuart..... VERY pretty! I love that look!

Thanks Rob, :thumbsup:
Until I can afford something nicer - this is my dress watch and my Exp II white face is my beater !!

unclesallie
3 November 2007, 11:57 AM
elegant, classic watch.

jpourteau
9 November 2007, 08:15 AM
I had a TT turn-o-graph for a little while but the bezel moved too much. Everytime I looked at the arrow not facing 12 o'clock it would drive me crazy...

mikey
10 November 2007, 03:43 AM
I love the classi TOG and have no idea why they would mess with the bezel design for an update.

sharif
14 November 2007, 12:04 PM
I too, have seen the TOG in the black face, and that is the one to get, IMHO...if you want the TOG.

Lubrifar
15 November 2007, 07:19 AM
A borrowed pic, but this is the one! :thumbsup:

SSD
16 November 2007, 02:23 AM
Spotted a blue dial TOG at the AD last week, and it knocked my socks off! Stunning is a good word, suprisingly quite beautiful. The jubilee bracelet is a real winner, and the blue of the dial sets it off.

:cheers:

rolex5
16 November 2007, 03:36 AM
A borrowed pic, but this is the one! :thumbsup:

You borrowed my picture without my permission :justkiddi:rofl::rofl:

Look, the crown is lined up perfectly. :joy::joy:

Lubrifar
16 November 2007, 08:24 AM
For those who own TOGs, does the color displayed for dates change? i.e. black on odd dates, and red on even dates, or just red? Thanks.

rolex5
17 November 2007, 02:22 AM
For those who own TOGs, does the color displayed for dates change? i.e. black on odd dates, and red on even dates, or just red? Thanks.

Mine is in red only.

FanFromLakeMary
17 November 2007, 01:10 PM
That black dial just looks stunning on the TOG. Can't go wrong with this one IMHO.

GoldenBear
17 November 2007, 01:40 PM
I don't think there is any Rolex that is "too sporty" to go with a suit. I have worn my suits (and my Tux) with my Subs for 20 years, they compliment each other.

mullman
6 December 2007, 03:41 AM
Here is mine with the oyster bracelet.

http://homepage.mac.com/mulls/djtog.jpg

Lubrifar
6 December 2007, 12:28 PM
Here is mine with the oyster bracelet.

Beautiful, just beautiful! :clap:

Is the polished center link WG or SS? Are the bracelet sides also polished? Can you please take more pics of the clasp? Thanks in advance.

crimscrem
31 December 2007, 01:14 PM
Mine is with the blue dial and agree, it is a very sharp backdrop against the red.

I agree. The blue dial is really, really sharp. I was leaning toward getting it, but I'm now thinking the GMT-IIc. The TOG is too similar to my DJ and I want a different looking watch. I'm now thinking of getting the TOG for my dad.

tandrup
31 January 2008, 01:39 PM
I love the looks of the TOG - I have seriously considered it to by my next purchase. It's either that one or the Expy II White dial.

jmjm
3 February 2008, 05:10 AM
TOG gives you the best of both worlds. A DJ and a kind of sporty model.

JvanB
3 February 2008, 09:40 AM
Had a grey one for 1 year (bought it in 2005), sold it cause was too small, prefer sizes 40mm and up....

jdrolltide3838
5 November 2008, 07:51 AM
Just bought my Turn-O-Graph Friday. I have the s/s and white gold model with the white face. I had to talk myself into it at first but the more I wear it the more I enjoy.

towernick
5 November 2008, 12:04 PM
It is a really nice looking Rolex in my opinion!

hsung
5 November 2008, 04:21 PM
A borrowed pic, but this is the one! :thumbsup:

I was also attracted to this one when seen at the Rolex website, but when I saw the real thing at a dealer ... it doesn't look as nice - just didn't sing to me.

bodybump
6 November 2008, 07:25 PM
If I hadd a DD like that, I would probably never buy another Rolex

Hahahahah mikey i wouldnt say that....im telling every time you buy your first Rolex its never the last...Its only the start..hahahaha

bodybump
6 November 2008, 07:58 PM
Here is my contribution...I have TOG in rose gold

bodybump
6 November 2008, 08:02 PM
im thinking abaout getting a SS tog but putting a black diamond dial on it

any thoughts?

hey rob...i think the SS TOG is very beautiful as it is..IMO i think putting a diamond dial on it would take out its classic beauty...just wear it as it is and you will get a lot of compliment with that stunning red 2nd hand on a white gold bezel....:thumbsup::thumbsup:

bodybump
6 November 2008, 08:03 PM
Here is mine with the oyster bracelet.

http://homepage.mac.com/mulls/djtog.jpg

Very nice Grey....Very very nice!!!:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

bodybump
6 November 2008, 08:18 PM
I had a TT turn-o-graph for a little while but the bezel moved too much. Everytime I looked at the arrow not facing 12 o'clock it would drive me crazy...

Have check Jim...probably it loosen up the grip a little bit..it shouldn't move if you dont turn it....

bodybump
6 November 2008, 08:20 PM
Spotted a blue dial TOG at the AD last week, and it knocked my socks off! Stunning is a good word, suprisingly quite beautiful. The jubilee bracelet is a real winner, and the blue of the dial sets it off.

:cheers:

I agree with you jamie...its more appreciated in the flesh....:thumbsup::thumbsup:

bodybump
6 November 2008, 08:31 PM
Here are more pics i borrowed from the web...

KenrickJ
7 November 2008, 05:50 AM
Mnham mnham pretty slick.

marshallr47
11 November 2008, 09:03 PM
Here's mine. It's a 02 model but I just love it. The dial is what I love most about it. I've been very happy with it. Not for everyone I know...but perfect for me.



http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k206/marshallr47/IMG_0014.jpg

geoffmalter
12 November 2008, 03:22 AM
I have a '03 WG/SS white face/Romans, oyster bracelet that is my first Rolex. If it were 40mm (I have 7 1/2" wrists) I would be wearing it as a daily. I prefer the older bezel design to the current. RE current, IMO Rolex tried to design the watch to fit too many categories. Also, the angle of the bezel, as opposed to my Y series, makes the diameter of the watch look smaller.

My wife appropriated the watch as her daily. The 36mm size (illusion of 37-38mm because of bezel design) looks great on her. And as a RN the timing bezel is very practical.

cody p
13 November 2008, 11:00 AM
tog = :thumbsup:

GVmil
17 November 2008, 06:17 AM
Just got my wife the SS/WG Blue faced TOG yesterday, what a stunner!
This will likely be her daily wearer, she was a little surprised at first by the size and then as she got used to it the weight caught her by surprise.
Just an outstanding watch.
Cheers,
J