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Glenn422 · 14 October 2013, 01:47 PM

IMVHO, I think its because rolex is enjoying its move from what they used to be 'tool watches' to 'luxury watches'. They won't bring a classic back (bracelet is cheap and rattly like the 9315, small cases, etc) because it would ruin their current 'luxury' image. That being said, I always see rolex as tool watches and I love vintage rolexes. Long live classics

Here is a shot of my 114060 vs 5513. You can see the contrast.

threemonkeys · 14 October 2013, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Well see that's it exactly.

TRF is for allowing for discussion for those who have different tastes rather than shutting the government down because we can't come to an agreement.

X2.
Maybe the OP needs to spend a bit more time on TRF to learn what we're about.

STEELINOX · 14 October 2013, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by threemonkeys

X2.
Maybe the OP needs to spend a bit more time on TRF to learn what we're about.

We are definitely -ALSO- about ROLEX watches that came from the era of BOZO the CLOWN, ironically

Dr. Robert · 14 October 2013, 02:27 PM

I would be happier if Rolex just brought back lug holes.

mikkolopez · 14 October 2013, 03:36 PM

I am all for modern Rolex but how can anyone let these babies die.

Nycturbovr6 · 14 October 2013, 03:45 PM

Are they bringing the coke and Pepsi back soon you think??

AK797 · 14 October 2013, 08:29 PM

From your language and tone I didn't even have to see your details to know you were new here. A far more predictable "crush freedom of speech" thread than a bring back a Rolex you like one. Now this is really tiresome.

charles22 · 14 October 2013, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Tooomey

Great plane in its day but a dinosaur that should be Grounded just like many Rolex's. ;)

Concorde was grounded, years ago, in 2003. What a great plane of its time though.

Cc1966 · 14 October 2013, 09:23 PM

New and stirring the pot as it were to no good avail. Many are "vintage" here at TRF (me included), enough said...

HL65 · 14 October 2013, 09:35 PM

Casey VP-26 · 14 October 2013, 09:50 PM

Why would anyone try to curb any discussion on Rolex watches?

bradiowausa · 14 October 2013, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nycturbovr6

Are they bringing the coke and Pepsi back soon you think??

That would be great if we had material scientists here at trf that could assess whether this is possible or how far fetched it would be. Has this been discussed before?

Totally worth talking about imho

Foxy1 · 14 October 2013, 10:04 PM

I think of course everyone is entitled to their own view, enjoying something that is well made is a pleasure, watches, cars in fact as I said anything well made.

bonbonson · 14 October 2013, 10:17 PM

Few people nowadays use rolex for their purpose. In the eyes of rolex having blingy or more luxurious looking feeling watches is better. They make it so. Vintage ones are not like but they arr sportier. Modern rolexs tho can still be functional.

Rags · 14 October 2013, 11:43 PM

The classics are just that classics. I wish Tudor would bring back some of theirs.

lhanddds · 14 October 2013, 11:44 PM

azguy · 14 October 2013, 11:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tooomey

I know I'm going get flack for this but I wish you people would let the Retired Classics RIP.

I see post after post....

"Bring back Pepsi"
"Bring back Coke"
"Bring back Panda"

Has Rolex Ever stopped making a model then brought it back?

There Classics now, let it go...

Well said

bobert · 15 October 2013, 12:15 AM

As a novice at this, I like the discussions about vintage watches. Learning is something that makes this fun for me. You don't have to read beyond the intro to see if the subject is interesting to you. Not a terrible inconvenience in my way of thinking.
-B

mjclark32 · 15 October 2013, 12:17 AM

I have an appreciation for both modern and vintage and don't mind Rolex combining the two, for example a GMTIIC with a pepsi dial would be just fine with me.

Tooomey · 15 October 2013, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr. Robert

i would be happier if rolex just brought back lug holes.

noooooooooooooooooo!!!!

Tooomey · 15 October 2013, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

From your language and tone I didn't even have to see your details to know you were new here. A far more predictable "crush freedom of speech" thread than a bring back a Rolex you like one. Now this is really tiresome.

Because I'm newer and have fewer post I can't have an opinion! Troll elsewhere to get your post up!

Tooomey · 15 October 2013, 12:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by charles22

Concorde was grounded, years ago, in 2003. What a great plane of its time though.

Yep... Exactly

Tooomey · 15 October 2013, 12:35 AM

Many of you are misunderstanding me. Classics are great because there Classics. I just see no need to bring them back.

I see post after post saying "bring back this" bring back that"! Here's my post saying leave them dead.

So where your classic in good health and enjoy.

Psmith · 15 October 2013, 12:43 AM

I admire Rolex for not plundering their past and also for not going down the 'limited edition' route
But they do reference past models with features such as the orange hand of the Exp II 42mm and lightning bolt hand of the modern Milgauss

Tudor have the Heritage line for those seeking more nostalgia

Perhaps Rolex will eventually introduce a red/blue or black/red ceramic bezel, but I'm glad they have (first) brought out a black/blue

Imho, not replicating the classics helps keep them ...well... classic!

Vincent65 · 15 October 2013, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

My classic ain't resting in peace. My GMT is doing its job and looking damn good doing it.
dP

x2 for mine!

polarinda · 15 October 2013, 12:48 AM

pepsi is the pillar of this forum's discussions.

jcd · 15 October 2013, 12:57 AM

I think if they brought back the Pepsi or Coke it would be just an homage to past watches, not reliving the past watches. I think the ceramic bezel makes the 2 different enough and Rolex would sell tons of them.

Regardless, I'd still rather have a 16710 and change up the inserts myself. The ability to do that is what makes the 2 different enough to me, and IMHO the 16710 preferable.

Johny · 15 October 2013, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tooomey

I know I'm going get flack for this but I wish you people would let the Retired Classics RIP.

I see post after post....

"Bring back Pepsi"
"Bring back Coke"
"Bring back Panda"

Has Rolex Ever stopped making a model then brought it back?

There Classics now, let it go...

what do you think about nato straps?

ec51 · 15 October 2013, 03:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tooomey

Because I'm newer and have fewer post I can't have an opinion! Troll elsewhere to get your post up!

I'm having a hard time realizing what exactly "your opinion" even is...that TRF members shouldn't talk about certain topics?

Is that really an opinion worth mentioning on a Rolex discussion board?

Perhaps -- next time, just don't click on the thread discussing said topics.

SLS · 15 October 2013, 03:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tooomey

Because I'm newer and have fewer post I can't have an opinion! Troll elsewhere to get your post up!

Welcome! Post count has nothing to do with anything here...It is the quality of the post that counts, not the quantity.

Scott

14 October 2013, 02:27 PM	#34
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14 October 2013, 10:04 PM	#43
Foxy1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Steve Location: Everywhere Watch: Love them all Posts: 1,503	I think of course everyone is entitled to their own view, enjoying something that is well made is a pleasure, watches, cars in fact as I said anything well made. __________________ There is only one difference between a madman and me. The madman thinks he is sane. I know I am mad. Salvador Dali

14 October 2013, 11:43 PM	#45
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,183	The classics are just that classics. I wish Tudor would bring back some of theirs. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

14 October 2013, 01:47 PM	#31
Glenn422 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: TRF Posts: 721	IMVHO, I think its because rolex is enjoying its move from what they used to be 'tool watches' to 'luxury watches'. They won't bring a classic back (bracelet is cheap and rattly like the 9315, small cases, etc) because it would ruin their current 'luxury' image. That being said, I always see rolex as tool watches and I love vintage rolexes. Long live classics Here is a shot of my 114060 vs 5513. You can see the contrast.

14 October 2013, 03:36 PM	#35
mikkolopez "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 2,301	I am all for modern Rolex but how can anyone let these babies die.

14 October 2013, 03:45 PM	#36
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	Are they bringing the coke and Pepsi back soon you think??

14 October 2013, 08:29 PM	#37
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,232	From your language and tone I didn't even have to see your details to know you were new here. A far more predictable "crush freedom of speech" thread than a bring back a Rolex you like one. Now this is really tiresome.

14 October 2013, 09:50 PM	#41
Casey VP-26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,671	Why would anyone try to curb any discussion on Rolex watches?

14 October 2013, 10:17 PM	#44
bonbonson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: philippines Posts: 387	Few people nowadays use rolex for their purpose. In the eyes of rolex having blingy or more luxurious looking feeling watches is better. They make it so. Vintage ones are not like but they arr sportier. Modern rolexs tho can still be functional.

15 October 2013, 12:15 AM	#48
bobert Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Bob Location: L.A. area Watch: this. Hold my beer Posts: 136	As a novice at this, I like the discussions about vintage watches. Learning is something that makes this fun for me. You don't have to read beyond the intro to see if the subject is interesting to you. Not a terrible inconvenience in my way of thinking. -B

15 October 2013, 12:17 AM	#49
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	I have an appreciation for both modern and vintage and don't mind Rolex combining the two, for example a GMTIIC with a pepsi dial would be just fine with me. __________________

15 October 2013, 12:35 AM	#53
Tooomey "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: JT Location: Mass Hole Watch: your step... Posts: 268	Many of you are misunderstanding me. Classics are great because there Classics. I just see no need to bring them back. I see post after post saying "bring back this" bring back that"! Here's my post saying leave them dead. So where your classic in good health and enjoy. __________________ You wanna have a good time, you gotta have a good watch!

15 October 2013, 12:43 AM	#54
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	I admire Rolex for not plundering their past and also for not going down the 'limited edition' route But they do reference past models with features such as the orange hand of the Exp II 42mm and lightning bolt hand of the modern Milgauss Tudor have the Heritage line for those seeking more nostalgia Perhaps Rolex will eventually introduce a red/blue or black/red ceramic bezel, but I'm glad they have (first) brought out a black/blue Imho, not replicating the classics helps keep them ...well... classic! __________________

15 October 2013, 12:48 AM	#56
polarinda "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Trav Location: singapore Watch: it Posts: 2,312	pepsi is the pillar of this forum's discussions.

15 October 2013, 12:57 AM	#57
jcd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Jack Location: Wisconsin Watch: me vector Posts: 1,152	I think if they brought back the Pepsi or Coke it would be just an homage to past watches, not reliving the past watches. I think the ceramic bezel makes the 2 different enough and Rolex would sell tons of them. Regardless, I'd still rather have a 16710 and change up the inserts myself. The ability to do that is what makes the 2 different enough to me, and IMHO the 16710 preferable.

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