*Precious Metal* or SS

[F33A]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

And yeah, I think stainless steel is more prestigious than precious metal to many, if not a majority, of real human beings today.

Keep telling yourself that. And don't ever try on a platinum watch.

[IndianRider]

Originally Posted by F33A

Keep telling yourself that. And don't ever try on a platinum watch.

[danyvw]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

For those of you who say that the majority of consumers today would want precious metal over stainless steel, I don't think this is accurate.

I'm genuinely curious, was there a time in the past when precious metal Rolexes were more popular than stainless steel? For example, a time when it was the norm to want a President over a Pepsi?

Yesterday, today and tomorrow. All day, everyday 95% of the people would prefer PM over SS, a bungalow at the beach over a condo apartment, a Rolls Royce over a Toyota and so on. That's called Human Nature.

[IndianRider]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

Dude.

Uh, I think I'm right, bro. But you're more than welcome to disagree.

[JParm]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

Uh, I think I'm right, bro. But you're more than welcome to disagree.

This whole thread is telling you otherwise, but ok...you're just that "always right" type of guy.

[037]

Originally Posted by Brew

SS is only more desirable here in fantasy land. Ask a real human which is more desirable, a gold watch or one made from the same stuff as the fork in his kitchen. SS more popular because it's cheaper.

Ahh... fork. That's hilarious. And I agree.

Originally Posted by IndianRider

And yeah, I think stainless steel is more prestigious than precious metal to many, if not a majority, of real human beings today. So i'ts not fantasy.

Well to be fair, if you imagine it then it's a fantasy.

[IndianRider]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

This whole thread is telling you otherwise, but ok...you're just that "always right" type of guy.

A couple people are telling me otherwise but you're that "I represent the majority" person, ok.

[IndianRider]

Originally Posted by danyvw

Yesterday, today and tomorrow. All day, everyday 95% of the people would prefer PM over SS, a bungalow at the beach over a condo apartment, a Rolls Royce over a Toyota and so on. That's called Human Nature.

I disagree. Today's fashion and art say otherwise. It's like saying all day every day, 95% of people would prefer those frilly, ornate garments of the 1500's over a charcoal, full canvas suit. It's called the art of the understatement my friend

[danyvw]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

I disagree. Today's fashion and art say otherwise. It's like saying all day every day, 95% of people would prefer those frilly, ornate garments of the 1500's over a charcoal, full canvas suit. It's called the art of the understatement my friend

Not the same, I'm talking about contemporary articles and that include ROLEX watches. I see you think differently and unable to listen what others are telling you. Have a great day.

[RyanO]

Gold > SS everyday.


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[JParm]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

A couple people are telling me otherwise but you're that "I represent the majority" person, ok.

You pose a question, the forum answers and yet you come back and continue to reaffirm your misled thoughts.

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

For those of you who say that the majority of consumers today would want precious metal over stainless steel, I don't think this is accurate.

Today, stainless steel is more popular than precious metal for more reasons than just the price. For example, steel is more fashionable than precious metal, the latter of which the younger generation considers too gaudy. Additionally, the new minimalist trend would favor stainless steel over two tone or all gold. You can see similar trends in vehicles (matte black finishes gaining popularity over chrome) and construction (less ornate furnishings and more visible beams and bricks). It's fashion and art, not just price. And yeah, I think stainless steel is more prestigious than precious metal to many, if not a majority, of real human beings today. So i'ts not fantasy.

I'm genuinely curious, was there a time in the past when precious metal Rolexes were more popular than stainless steel to the majority of consumers?

Try finding a Day Date in stainless steel. There are millions of people that still strive for a gold or platinum Day Date over any stainless steel Rolex model. Gold will never go out of style. Try convincing your wife a stainless steel engagement ring is more prestigious over gold or platinum

[Yoda_Eating_Pizza]

Originally Posted by Brew

SS is only more desirable here in fantasy land. Ask a real human which is more desirable, a gold watch or one made from the same stuff as the fork in his kitchen. SS more popular because it's cheaper.

But my forks are platinum.

[csaltphoto]

I'd take a platinum sub in a heartbeat if the platinum upgrade was closer to market price of Pt (SS sub+8-10K worth of Pt). It's a tough metal and has superior corrosion resistance to 904L. I think about a gold 5 digit; they aren't that bad price wise. Just don't like the gold color on something as prominent as a watch. I might get over that or my tastes might change. The problem is that the alloys in 18K somewhat defeat the superior corrosion resistance of gold. Pt is really good stuff.

For now i like SS/904L for it's toughness and neutral color. I prefer the neutral color actually.

[6538]

Originally Posted by Brew

SS is only more desirable here in fantasy land. Ask a real human which is more desirable, a gold watch or one made from the same stuff as the fork in his kitchen. SS more popular because it's cheaper.

Agreed.

[train-time]

Welcome to the Stainless Steel Rolex Forum!! After being a big fan of anything SS for the past decade or so, I am moving on to PM. Done with SS and looing for something more classic in PM.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

Was there ever a time when PM was generally more desirable than SS?

Yes...since the beginning of time.

[AshCashEmAll]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

For those of you who say that the majority of consumers today would want precious metal over stainless steel, I don't think this is accurate.

Today, stainless steel is more popular than precious metal for more reasons than just the price. For example, steel is more fashionable than precious metal, the latter of which the younger generation considers too gaudy. Additionally, the new minimalist trend would favor stainless steel over two tone or all gold. You can see similar trends in vehicles (matte black finishes gaining popularity over chrome) and construction (less ornate furnishings and more visible beams and bricks). It's fashion and art, not just price. And yeah, I think stainless steel is more prestigious than precious metal to many, if not a majority, of real human beings today. So i'ts not fantasy.

I'm genuinely curious, was there a time in the past when precious metal Rolexes were more popular than stainless steel to the majority of consumers?

At retail value one can own a steel sub, daytona, and a gmt for the price of used PM watch...Steel is trendy because it is affordable and more subtle but if a white gold watch wasnt more expensive than three stainless steel watches I'm sure people would turn that direction. For me, I chose the hunt for stainless steel because I am young and trying to build my collection. I get more variety in my collection buying stainless steel pieces at retail than I would be able to afford with a PM collection. I think WG and Rose Gold are very trendy nothing against YG (looks great but not on me) not many people can afford though especially with an 8% increase this year thats like almost an extra 3k on those PM pieces.

[MTdweller]

I’ve always liked PM but couldn’t always afford it.

[bezler]

Originally Posted by IndianRider

A couple people are telling me otherwise but you're that "I represent the majority" person, ok.

The rest of us are just sitting here laughing. You are a very silly person!

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[Goonthree]

For me, I wear gold for Bigger events and ss for daily. Ss feels like a beater to me while yg feels way more prestige but fragile. For events alot of Rolex than I wear AP.

I have seen people with $3M car wearing a ss Daytona but he also have alot of high end watches. Ss is just less to worry about. I would take ss to jet ski but I wouldn't take gold

[Mick006]

I’d happily trade anyone my 116610 for an 116618/19.

Let’s see how many takers there are.

[Cesium137]

Originally Posted by cerendigit

What do you mean by "more desirable"?
- How many people in the world are in the market for it, or
- How much some people are willing to pay to get it?

Or if money was no object, which one would you buy. Nothing beats the feel of PM

[peterpl]

Originally Posted by Brew

SS is only more desirable here in fantasy land. Ask a real human which is more desirable, a gold watch or one made from the same stuff as the fork in his kitchen. SS more popular because it's cheaper.

Pretty much.

Look i've said it once and I'll say it again. EVERYONE starts off with SS why? Purely because of price point. Thats just being straight up and 100% honest without hurting peoples feelings.

Once you have enough $$$ its always PM. If you tell yourself otherwise your lying to yourself.

I used to be this EXACT same way when I was younger and much much poorer. I'd always justify to myself that I wanted SS but in reality it was just that I could not afford it gold - whether it be YG/RG/WG or Plat it doesnt matter.

Simple and down to the point and no bullshitting around - thats the facts

[Jona]

Bacciagalupe the cat votes for black and gold.

[pickettt]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Yes...since the beginning of time.

Right?

[Andad]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

You pose a question, the forum answers and yet you come back and continue to reaffirm your misled thoughts.

I agree J,

Only a troll asks a question and then posts argumentative answers to his own thread.

I don’t see the OP’s posts but unfortunately his reposts appear.

[daOnlyBG]

Originally Posted by F33A

The dawn breaks!

[Brew]

Originally Posted by Yoda_Eating_Pizza

But my forks are platinum.

I can only imagine the pleasure one must get eating pizza with a platinum fork . . . . Heaven!!!

[amanbra]

Originally Posted by Brew

SS is only more desirable here in fantasy land. Ask a real human which is more desirable, a gold watch or one made from the same stuff as the fork in his kitchen. SS more popular because it's cheaper.

Savage but can’t argue with this.