Is gold really that “flashy”

[Fchernyak]

I usually daily my sd43 and over the last few weeks I started to miss wearing the gold sub. I’ve been wearing it daily now and felt like one way or the other, nobody notices our watches anyway. I cant help but wrist check everybody but that’s because I’m into watches. 99% percent of the time, as flashy as it may seem, it still goes unnoticed. Which I happen to love.
Here few wrist shots of the gold piece



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[derekhayden]

I would say with the popularity of lower end "gold" watches on the rise they draw less attention than 5 years ago. As you said most people don't notice watches and those not in the know will just assume it isn't real gold.....which is how I would prefer it IMO.

Great watch and I would have no problem enjoying that piece out and about.

[Blansky]

Yes.

Especially with the bracelet. But wear what you like.

[singe89]

It draws attention so it limits when/where I can wear YG or RG. I stick to SS, PT or WG most of the time to better fly under the radar. Really wish Rolex would make a sub, GMT or something larger than the daytona in PT and that would be my daily beater.

[Cru Jones]

Yes it is. But the only thing that matters is what you like to wear.

[Burlington]

Looks great !

Flashiness is highly dependent on the context it’s worn in.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Blansky

Yes.

Especially with the bracelet. But wear what you like.

Agree. It’s a lot.

I have two gold pieces on rubber, and they are more subdued. But still have some serious bling to them.

On bracelet it’s a game changer.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Burlington

Looks great !

Flashiness is highly dependent on the context it’s worn in.

That’s true!

[Droolex]

One of my grails. I love it. Just the right amount of flash.

[RHIII]

Yes. Gold is VERY ‘flashy’-

My watches stay under my shirt cuff 85% of the time - so it’s not an issue.


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[AzPaul]

Is a gold Rolex flashy?

[envuks]

Originally Posted by derekhayden

I would say with the popularity of lower end "gold" watches on the rise they draw less attention than 5 years ago. As you said most people don't notice watches and those not in the know will just assume it isn't real gold.....which is how I would prefer it IMO.

Great watch and I would have no problem enjoying that piece out and about.

I agree with this. There are a lot of cheaper fashion watches these days that are gold-tone, but not actual gold. I feel like this provides more air cover when wearing a real gold watch out in public. However, if folks get close enough, a gold Rolex is still likely to catch folks attention.

Just my $.02

[Fchernyak]

Originally Posted by Burlington

Looks great !

Flashiness is highly dependent on the context it’s worn in.

Totally agree. I like to wear the watch very casually in plain clothes and no other jewelry besides my wedding band.


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[Apheaven]

Originally Posted by Burlington

Flashiness is highly dependent on the context it’s worn in.

Exactly. That said, as the years go on the ‘context’ becomes secondary as to what I actually feel like doing



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[Jabbo84]

Watches like Invicta have unfortunately taken some of the limelight away. I very seldom wear my gold sub anymore. Also my ceramic sub is 11 years old, had it serviced st Dallas RSC and it is pristine

[ltmgeller]

Looks amazing, just wear the hell out of it.

[THC]

Few ever notice no matter the model

[Pw92676]

I think the general public who aren’t into watches probably assumes gold watches are all fashion brands like Micheal Kors or something bought at a Macy’s. So maybe it may not be as flashy as we perceive it to be. Regardless I’m in the camp of unapologetically wearing what you like

[Danny83]

It looks good on you.

[Lordofrolex]

[Fat_ninja]

Looks good on u

[Rebel]

Yes.

For me, gold with leather strap for my dress watch.

[Doc Savage]

Originally Posted by Blansky

Yes.

Especially with the bracelet. But wear what you like.

Originally Posted by AzPaul

Is a gold Rolex flashy?

Originally Posted by THC

Few ever notice no matter the model

I disagree completely. I think most people you come into contact with for more than 30 seconds notice your watch, ESPECIALLY if it's all (or mostly) gold. However, people are more reserved and much less likely to comment to strangers about their appearance/accoutrements nowadays, and I think that gives the impression they don't notice.

But they do.

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by Blansky

Yes.

Especially with the bracelet. But wear what you like.

Agreed.

[Randy63]

Originally Posted by Doc Savage

I disagree completely. I think most people you come into contact with for more than 30 seconds notice your watch, ESPECIALLY if it's all (or mostly) gold. However, people are more reserved and much less likely to comment to strangers about their appearance/accoutrements nowadays, and I think that gives the impression they don't notice.

But they do.

This is the truth. I often read where posters say "don't worry, most people can't tell the difference between a Michael Kors watch and a yellow gold Rolex". I don't believe this for a minute.

I've also read countless times that nobody notices or cares about what watch you're wearing. Well, they may not care, but many people in everyday life can and do notice people wearing a (gold) Rolex.


Randy

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by Randy63

This is the truth. I often read where posters say "don't worry, most people can't tell the difference between a Michael Kors watch and a yellow gold Rolex". I don't believe this for a minute.

I've also read countless times that nobody notices or cares about what watch you're wearing. Well, they may not care, but many people in everyday life can and do notice people wearing a (gold) Rolex.


Randy

The real question is: Who really cares if anyone notices? Do they notice your SS 16610? Do you care? I daily wear a 116618LB. Do I care if anyone looks at it or notices? No. Am I afraid to be mugged, stabbed or shot because of it? Absolutely not. It is a freaking watch.

[Doc Savage]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

The real question is: Who really cares if anyone notices? Do they notice your SS 16610? Do you care? I daily wear a 116618LB. Do I care if anyone looks at it or notices? No. Am I afraid to be mugged, stabbed or shot because of it? Absolutely not. It is a freaking watch.

For casual interactions I agree. But sometimes people want/need to be conscious of the impression their watch gives, like a manager to his/her employees, or when you are negotiating a purchase.

[Randy63]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

Do they notice your SS 16610?

Of course not. Don't be silly.



Randy

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by Doc Savage

For casual interactions I agree. But sometimes people want/need to be conscious of the impression their watch gives, like a manager to his/her employees, or when you are negotiating a purchase.

If I weren't retired, there would be no problem if my boss wore a solid gold watch. Hey, it's his money. I see plenty of soccer moms driving around in 60K full size SUV's. How and what others spend their money on is none of my business.

[Equity]

People absolutely notice, and its foolish to think otherwise.
Their chosen reaction to it is a psychological response with a mix of if you’re actually approachable or not.

Some won’t acknowledge it just because it places them in the have not category (and judge you accordingly).

Some will comment just to make you uncomfortable. (Think relating it to what other uses that money could go to)

Some will generally admire with or without a nod.

My (awesome) brother-in-law can’t fathom what I have on my wrist in comparison to what his financial situation is. He’s up to his neck in student debt, living with roommates, he’s 27. His snap judgement on the watch is exactly the same as everyone else, with varying results based on what THEY have going on.

Took me a while to understand this.




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