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Thani · 19 November 2007, 10:48 PM

we all know that rolex is a top high end brand of watches. however there are other brand aswell such as my favourite Patek Phillipe, AP, Gerald Genta, Vacheroun, and many more.. now the difference between these comapnies is that Rolex is the ONLY mass producer of watches in the high end brand since rolex produces around 700,000-900,000 watches per year where as other companies only produce around 25,000 per year like AP does or around 35 thousand..

now my question is. does this matter bother you? when u wear a watch do u think that so many of this exact watch im wearing have been produced ?

i hope this thread hasent been posted before.. and if it has im sorry.. just something i wanted to u from all u great TRF members out there

TARDIS · 19 November 2007, 10:49 PM

Not in the slightest.

SPACE-DWELLER · 19 November 2007, 10:52 PM

It does not bother me, at all!

What matters for me is the quality, be it Rolex, be it Patek or VC.

Rolex watches might be "mass procuced" but Rolex does one helluva good job considering that so many Rolex watches are made per year.

In fact, I have a friend who has a Patek Nautilus, and he has had nothing but trouble with that watch, from bad timekeeping to dial flaws.

I think you would have a hard time finding a watch that is SO precise, so well-made down to the tiniest detail like Rolex is. Yes, Patek might make PRETTIER movements but that does not mean that they are as precise and sturdy as the Rolex movements are.

Dan Pierce · 19 November 2007, 10:57 PM

Not only does it not bother me but the shear numbers are testiment to the brand in many ways.

dP

GreatGreen · 19 November 2007, 11:00 PM

Nope. I wouldn't care if every single person on earth was issued a Rolex (or anything else I like). If I like it, I like it and I'm going to use it.

One of the most ironic aspects of our society today is that people who want to be unique just for uniqueness sake are more under control of the status quo than those of us who might be similar / have similar taste to others, but live the way we want.

In other words, if you like a watch, buy it. Don't concern yourself with how many other people have one.

Erix · 19 November 2007, 11:32 PM

No problem at all.

marshallr47 · 19 November 2007, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TARDIS

Not in the slightest.

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nko51 · 19 November 2007, 11:44 PM

I wanted a Rolex, and got a Rolex, as long as the quality is maintained I do not can care how many are produced.

MAXI DIAL · 19 November 2007, 11:45 PM

Not at all Thani. unless I was wearing a daytona. They are everywhere!!!

GoldenBear · 19 November 2007, 11:55 PM

Not one bit. It's what I have and what I want. The numbers don't matter one bit.

Tareg · 20 November 2007, 01:26 AM

Does anybody know how many of each Rolex model is made each year (Daytona, SD, Sub etc)?

watchloverdave · 20 November 2007, 01:47 AM

This doesn't bother me at all. I seem to be located in a Rolex "dead zone" as I see very few Rolexes in this part of the world (central Illinois). I think the agricultural culture around here doesn't really embrace high end watches. The old farmers around here are too tight with their money to spend any of it on a Rolex. LOL In fact, I often wonder where all those Rolexes go every year. They certainly don't end up around here. Perhaps the middle east, asia, and the more urban centers in the US buy up the vast majority of them.

But...........even if I saw a Rolex on every other person's wrist, it wouldn't bother me. I just love the watch and that's all that counts for me.

travellingbrit · 20 November 2007, 01:51 AM

Not oncerened by those stats at all - proves that not only are they well made, but also represent better v for m than the others.....

As for exclusivity - world population around 66 billion ? (660224175).....

Tools · 20 November 2007, 01:58 AM

Nope...

There are probably millions of white Nike tennis shoes out there...but I wear them.

There are millions of navy blue Polo shirts out there, but I have one.

There are millions of Canon cameras out there, but I use one.

Mercedes builds millions of cars, but I still drive one..

What else ????????????

timetravel125 · 20 November 2007, 02:16 AM

Not a bit.

Altair · 20 November 2007, 02:24 AM

Never been big on exclusivity myself so no, does not bother me. When I handel a Rolex I know I have a top shelf watch, as much as I love Breitling and Omega they just don't compare on the quality level. Rolex always seemed like a great value entrey into the great watch club.

That said those are excellent watches you listed. Particularly VC, love their Overseas watch!!!

Floridadogg · 20 November 2007, 02:24 AM

It amazes me that Rolex can make as many watches as they do and still maintain the quality they do. It is a testament to Rolex's exacting specifications and quality assurance that they can pull it off. Sorta like the Microsoft of the watch business. And Rolex might be the best marketing company that I have ever studied. That all said, the people who work for Rolex can be real azzpains to reason with, and they leave a lot to be desired at the humility level. As to caring about how many Daytonas are out there, I could care less. I have two, and they are as good as any other one that has been made by Rolex.

bran · 20 November 2007, 02:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by travellingbrit

Not oncerened by those stats at all - proves that not only are they well made, but also represent better v for m than the others.....

As for exclusivity - world population around 66 billion ? (660224175).....

The population of the world is about 60 billion les than that
World 6,632,182,349
16:25 GMT (EST+5) Nov 19, 2007

As for the amount of the watches produced, not a problem, it allows more people to enjoy having such a fabulous timepiece.

haakon59 · 20 November 2007, 04:15 AM

It matters a little to me, as I tend to favor smaller manufacturers. However, I do also love Rolex and Omega and I don't shy away from them when they have a model I like, so I wouldn't hesitate to buy for that reason alone although it would be a small consideration.The advantage of Rolex, Omega, Breitling, Cartier, is that they have well established networks for maintenance and repairs and they also tend to be reasonably priced (at least compared to other smaller brands).

Baptistman · 20 November 2007, 04:49 AM

know what you mean, as a WIS i'm surprised by my passion for Rolex. Why not some of the other brands you mention. Because for me the style of the oyster case, technical details of the crown, orginal syle of the sub/sd greatly appeals to me. I also like the fact that the overall style of my SD has been around for many many years and is not a fashion fad or trend. When I was in the city on Saturday, i looked at some of the catalogues offered by some of the other manufacturers you mentioned, and i do wish Rolex would upgrade there sales brochures. Many of them went into lot of very interesting info.

davidwatts · 20 November 2007, 07:00 AM

Sometimes it bothers me that Rolex churn out so many watches yet manipulate supply and demand so I had to go to 6 different ADs before finding my Sub

Still, I wouldn't swap for anything else. There is so much that surrounds Rolex - like this forum for example

Great question Thani

Transient · 20 November 2007, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Nope...

There are probably millions of white Nike tennis shoes out there...but I wear them.

There are millions of navy blue Polo shirts out there, but I have one.

There are millions of Canon cameras out there, but I use one.

Mercedes builds millions of cars, but I still drive one..

What else ????????????

Awesome answer Larry!! I love it and I totally agree...

eb641 · 20 November 2007, 10:04 AM

...Everything starts and stops with the oyster case. Rolex has it..........the others don't. No more need be said!

19 November 2007, 10:48 PM	#1
Thani Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Thani Location: Dubai UAE Watch: Milgauss 116400 GV Posts: 2,082	Does this matter bother you? we all know that rolex is a top high end brand of watches. however there are other brand aswell such as my favourite Patek Phillipe, AP, Gerald Genta, Vacheroun, and many more.. now the difference between these comapnies is that Rolex is the ONLY mass producer of watches in the high end brand since rolex produces around 700,000-900,000 watches per year where as other companies only produce around 25,000 per year like AP does or around 35 thousand.. now my question is. does this matter bother you? when u wear a watch do u think that so many of this exact watch im wearing have been produced ? i hope this thread hasent been posted before.. and if it has im sorry.. just something i wanted to u from all u great TRF members out there

19 November 2007, 10:52 PM	#3
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	It does not bother me, at all! What matters for me is the quality, be it Rolex, be it Patek or VC. Rolex watches might be "mass procuced" but Rolex does one helluva good job considering that so many Rolex watches are made per year. In fact, I have a friend who has a Patek Nautilus, and he has had nothing but trouble with that watch, from bad timekeeping to dial flaws. I think you would have a hard time finding a watch that is SO precise, so well-made down to the tiniest detail like Rolex is. Yes, Patek might make PRETTIER movements but that does not mean that they are as precise and sturdy as the Rolex movements are. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

19 November 2007, 10:57 PM	#4
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,731	Not only does it not bother me but the shear numbers are testiment to the brand in many ways. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

19 November 2007, 11:32 PM	#6
Erix "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Nice, France Watch: D Sub date 16610 Posts: 929	No problem at all. __________________ Nice is nice

19 November 2007, 11:44 PM	#8
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	I wanted a Rolex, and got a Rolex, as long as the quality is maintained I do not can care how many are produced. __________________

19 November 2007, 10:49 PM	#2
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	Not in the slightest.

19 November 2007, 11:00 PM	#5
GreatGreen "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tennessee Posts: 44	Nope. I wouldn't care if every single person on earth was issued a Rolex (or anything else I like). If I like it, I like it and I'm going to use it. One of the most ironic aspects of our society today is that people who want to be unique just for uniqueness sake are more under control of the status quo than those of us who might be similar / have similar taste to others, but live the way we want. In other words, if you like a watch, buy it. Don't concern yourself with how many other people have one.

19 November 2007, 11:45 PM	#9
MAXI DIAL "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Jamal Location: Dubai, U.A.E. Posts: 862	Not at all Thani. unless I was wearing a daytona. They are everywhere!!!

19 November 2007, 11:55 PM	#10
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	Not one bit. It's what I have and what I want. The numbers don't matter one bit. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

20 November 2007, 01:26 AM	#11
Tareg "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: LNDN/Turks&Caicos Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 212	Does anybody know how many of each Rolex model is made each year (Daytona, SD, Sub etc)?

20 November 2007, 01:47 AM	#12
watchloverdave "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Springfield, IL Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 134	This doesn't bother me at all. I seem to be located in a Rolex "dead zone" as I see very few Rolexes in this part of the world (central Illinois). I think the agricultural culture around here doesn't really embrace high end watches. The old farmers around here are too tight with their money to spend any of it on a Rolex. LOL In fact, I often wonder where all those Rolexes go every year. They certainly don't end up around here. Perhaps the middle east, asia, and the more urban centers in the US buy up the vast majority of them. But...........even if I saw a Rolex on every other person's wrist, it wouldn't bother me. I just love the watch and that's all that counts for me.

20 November 2007, 01:51 AM	#13
travellingbrit "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Simon Location: England (Manc) Watch: Explorer 11, BF Posts: 268	Not oncerened by those stats at all - proves that not only are they well made, but also represent better v for m than the others..... As for exclusivity - world population around 66 billion ? (660224175).....

20 November 2007, 01:58 AM	#14
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,049	Nope... There are probably millions of white Nike tennis shoes out there...but I wear them. There are millions of navy blue Polo shirts out there, but I have one. There are millions of Canon cameras out there, but I use one. Mercedes builds millions of cars, but I still drive one.. What else ????????????

20 November 2007, 02:16 AM	#15
timetravel125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Louie Location: California Watch: Rolex Posts: 644	Not a bit.

20 November 2007, 02:24 AM	#16
Altair "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: KSA Watch: Patek 5270 Posts: 210	Never been big on exclusivity myself so no, does not bother me. When I handel a Rolex I know I have a top shelf watch, as much as I love Breitling and Omega they just don't compare on the quality level. Rolex always seemed like a great value entrey into the great watch club. That said those are excellent watches you listed. Particularly VC, love their Overseas watch!!!

20 November 2007, 02:24 AM	#17
Floridadogg Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Allan Location: Florida Watch: 116520 & 116523 Posts: 468	It amazes me that Rolex can make as many watches as they do and still maintain the quality they do. It is a testament to Rolex's exacting specifications and quality assurance that they can pull it off. Sorta like the Microsoft of the watch business. And Rolex might be the best marketing company that I have ever studied. That all said, the people who work for Rolex can be real azzpains to reason with, and they leave a lot to be desired at the humility level. As to caring about how many Daytonas are out there, I could care less. I have two, and they are as good as any other one that has been made by Rolex.

20 November 2007, 04:15 AM	#19
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	It matters a little to me, as I tend to favor smaller manufacturers. However, I do also love Rolex and Omega and I don't shy away from them when they have a model I like, so I wouldn't hesitate to buy for that reason alone although it would be a small consideration.The advantage of Rolex, Omega, Breitling, Cartier, is that they have well established networks for maintenance and repairs and they also tend to be reasonably priced (at least compared to other smaller brands).

20 November 2007, 04:49 AM	#20
Baptistman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Posts: 2,405	know what you mean, as a WIS i'm surprised by my passion for Rolex. Why not some of the other brands you mention. Because for me the style of the oyster case, technical details of the crown, orginal syle of the sub/sd greatly appeals to me. I also like the fact that the overall style of my SD has been around for many many years and is not a fashion fad or trend. When I was in the city on Saturday, i looked at some of the catalogues offered by some of the other manufacturers you mentioned, and i do wish Rolex would upgrade there sales brochures. Many of them went into lot of very interesting info. __________________ Whatever the watch, it's your wrist, it speaks to you, enjoy it

20 November 2007, 07:00 AM	#21
davidwatts "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Ian Location: Hampshire,England Watch: TT Datejust Posts: 446	Sometimes it bothers me that Rolex churn out so many watches yet manipulate supply and demand so I had to go to 6 different ADs before finding my Sub Still, I wouldn't swap for anything else. There is so much that surrounds Rolex - like this forum for example Great question Thani __________________ No present like the time.

20 November 2007, 10:04 AM	#23
eb641 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA Posts: 274	...Everything starts and stops with the oyster case. Rolex has it..........the others don't. No more need be said!

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