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3 March 2010, 02:29 PM | #1 |
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Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified
Isn't the COSC test pass fail? So how does Rolex get away with saying this? As an owner I've always been surprised at that wording.
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3 March 2010, 02:35 PM | #2 |
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The movement is tested out of the case and before it even gets a known case. Rolex uses the ones that pass (or so I was told). So all are certified chronometers.
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COSC tests only movements, not cased watches. So how are Rolex chronometers superlative to other ones? I agree it's a better movement than your ordinary 2892-2 ETA, but in a pure timekeeping test . . .
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Maybe I don't understand what you are asking, but to what "other ones" are you referring. All Rolex models currently produced are chronometers no better or worse than other COSC tested chronometers (including ETA) with regard to the COSC testing procedure. I don't buy into "superlative" as suggesting "better than" any other brand. Superlative (for Rolex) is just a little hype to sell a brand maybe? Hey, they are proud of their movement. I'm sure the Patek Philippe people may have something to say about what superlative means to them :).
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For PP, the Geneva Seal used to guarantee chronometer performance. I don't know if their own certification does the same. |
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i never thought about that. It could be referring to the notion that being an officially certified chronometer is intrisically superlative than being a non chronometer watch.
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[QUOTE=watchteacher;1690663]But don't you think this is implying some chronometers are better than others?[/QUOTE
Possibly. But Like to think it is referring to a chronomtere being superlative in itself It is actually hard for me to say because, I , like most of us on here, know that all chronometers are tested to the same fundamental standards, so are 'technically' all equal. So this puts a bias on the way i want to understand the wording. its hard to be objective when you know better
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They don't reference any other watches, or even imply that they do... They simply say that their watch is a self named "Superlative Chronometer"
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BUT superlative is to be better than anything comparable.......... it's just what is the comparable in this case- my view is above
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I read that Rolex has an in-house specification standard that is better than the -4/+6 COSC spec. If this is correct then the movements would be superrlative (to the COSC) chronometer standards.
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So why would they bother with COSC at all, if they have a better method? That is what IWC do.
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I guess my final take on this is-when the COSC, who issues the certs, doesn't distinguish who is 'superlative' and who is not-why does Rolex claims their movements merits this? (and mine has this).
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"Superlative" is Rolex marketing fluff. Sounds good though doesn't it?
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"Run-o-the-mill Chronometer" just doesn't get my juices going. Would be a waste of ink.
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I have often dreamt of a non-COSC Explorer, on a NATO band.
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Mike, that watch is just not Superlative. Not at all.
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You're reading way too much into this. It's just brand marketing. No more, no less.
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Rolex may find themselves superlative but I would like to hear from a Rolex insider why they chose to use "superlative". Perhaps it really is all about marketing and self promotion. To a non-WIS, Rolex may be considered to be the best of the best. We all know there are many brands out their that equally deserve to be called "superlative" too. |
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While we're at it, you could also question why do Rolex put "Officially Certified" (Chronometer should be enough) or "Swiss Made" there. Or why do they write "Chronometer" there at all. If all Rolex watches are officially certified chronometers, and they're all swiss-made, it's not necessary to indicate that on their dial. But for marketing reasons it's useful to put such proud things on the dial. And using such words like "Superlative" (Rolex), "First" (... watch on the moon, Omega Speedmaster) or "Best" (no example, I hope) may just seperate those pieces from other brands. Even if you're certain Rolex makes the best watches, it's nice to get reassurance from the watch itself -- it is really a superlative piece, it says on the dial ;)
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This might be easier for Rolex then...
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Nice thread! Great information!
I see what is being questioned here. I can see the marketing hype, but basically, it's the same as any other movement, when it comes to the test, it passed, like so many other brands. Do they test durability and longevity, maybe this is where the Superlative comes from, because From all I have ever read or heard, Rolex makes superior lasting movements to ETA, so maybe it is Superlative. |
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As nearly every modern day movement with some very careful regulation could pass the now quite antiquated COSC test.Now the European Din standard and the Japanese standard for mechanical chronometers are to a higher standard than the Swiss COSC.
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As far as i know,The Geneva Seal DOES NOT actually test EVERY mvmt for chronometer performance itself,......BUT the watch MUST have passed COSC testing in order to be considered for the Geneva Seal. Surprisingly precision testing itself is an OPTIONAL part of the GS inspection process!! |
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I believe we are talking about semantics here and does it really matter what Rolex or other manufacturers use in their advertising. Either you like the watch and will shell out the money for it or you don't.....
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All this hype might have meant something back in the 50's, 60's or 70's, but not anymore. You are supposed to think "Superlative Chronometer" means consistant accuracy, but we all know better. Good time keepers they are not. Just look at your cell phone if you want correct time. You don't have to put it on a winder to keep it going, or lay it upside down or on it's side to make it keep time. But, it's satisfying to have one these beautiful, high quality, works of art on your wrist. It makes everybody else wonder what you've been up to.
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