What Rolex wouldn't you buy?

[Brew]

Any of the subs. I already have a belly button.

[MRPWRPATX21]

Probably unpopular oPinions, but...

I’d never buy a Hulk- all that green screams cheap Folex to me. The TT blue sub falls into the boat, but more so because I’m not a TT guy.

Don’t really care for the BLNR, either; give me all black or Pepsi on the GMT, but no coke or Batman (or root beer).

Air King doesn’t do much for me, like most, but I do like the Milgauss.

I’d probably not be rushing out to get a new big case Sub or SD, but I’d be much more likely to wear them than others above; just prefer the smaller prior references better, so I’d go late model there.

I think if you’re going to buy a Cellini you have so many other options from other brands that fit that category better, so that’s a no, as well.

[doramas]

Originally Posted by DG123

I don't think consumers preferring Rolex Classic category watches is "unusual".
My guess is that Rolex worldwide annual sales is likely 70% Classic models vs 30% Professional/Sport models.

I don't have that data and in the real world, outside the forum, you are probably right, but I was referring to the tastes of the forum.

Besides, I'm more of a classic model. I have more models, but my favorite and by far the most used is a Datejust 36

[Stevec14]

For me, I’m less keen on the grape OP39 and the air king/ Milgauss lines, although shortages do sometimes lead you to consider those you may not have in the past.

That’s not a dig at any watch, just an acknowledgement that they are not necessarily my faves.

My issue is that either the ones I like are unobtainable At mrsp for me, or out of my price bracket......but that’s another discussion.


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[joli160]

BLNR and Daytona are not for me

[Ny325]

A Rolex over 40mm.
A Rolex with diamonds.

[NYG1121]

Originally Posted by MRPWRPATX21

Probably unpopular oPinions, but...

I’d never buy a Hulk- all that green screams cheap Folex to me. The TT blue sub falls into the boat, but more so because I’m not a TT guy.

Don’t really care for the BLNR, either; give me all black or Pepsi on the GMT, but no coke or Batman (or root beer).

Air King doesn’t do much for me, like most, but I do like the Milgauss.

I’d probably not be rushing out to get a new big case Sub or SD, but I’d be much more likely to wear them than others above; just prefer the smaller prior references better, so I’d go late model there.

I think if you’re going to buy a Cellini you have so many other options from other brands that fit that category better, so that’s a no, as well.

Why even buy a watch? The phone does the trick

[blue lion]

The black and stainless Sub is too common for me. I need color.
YM1 no way.
Milgauss no way.

[ScottD]

Originally Posted by kumar75203

I'm not sure funny is the word I would use.

BOOM ROASTED

LOL...True. I should have said sad, but hey I’ve been loyal since 1982.

[HaiovR]

Cellini

[007_Omega]

I'll play this game and imagine that I have a pretty unlimited budget.

I wouldn't buy a Sky-Dweller, Datejust, OP, Pearl Master, Yachtmaster II, or Air-King.

Everything else is a possibility.

[Chute]

Yachtmaster II Useless complication in my opinion

Air King (current model) although the vintage ones are ok.

[Chute]

Someone should do a poll of least adored current stainless Rolex. I’d bet the Airking might win from the comments so far

[danwang0520]

1. Milgauss
2. Air King
3. Yachtmaster

[ndrs63]

AK, Milgauss, YM, Datejust with fluted bezel. I’m on the fence with hulk, although that may change in time.


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[gray1]

Any two toned watch especially with diamonds on the dial, looks way to flashy.

[Ihatecheese]

I would stay away from Kermit or batman/girl. They are very popular in London, I see them on people that are accessorised with every branded item you can muster. I wouldn't want to be associated with that. V much a reality show posing vehicle here at least.

Commuting is pretty much dead now so barely see as many regular subs as no suits about.

Not so fond of jewels on dials, at this point in my life

[Rags]

Yachtmaster II, Airking.. Never liked them & any Tudor with snowflake hands.

[pie72]

Yachtmaster II, no thanks .

[RolexRog]

Originally Posted by 007_Omega

I'll play this game and imagine that I have a pretty unlimited budget.

I wouldn't buy a Sky-Dweller, Datejust, OP, Pearl Master, Yachtmaster II, or Air-King.

Everything else is a possibility.

I understand distaste for the others, but what have you got against the Air-King?

[calebb90]

Pearlmaster


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[007_Omega]

Originally Posted by RolexRog

I understand distaste for the others, but what have you got against the Air-King?

No point in the older ones, as it is 34mm and the definition of an entry level Rolex. Plenty of other watches to wear and I see no purpose in buying one. Similar reason as to why I have no interest in an OP. If I wanted a simple and understated steel Rolex, I'd just rock a 36mm Explorer.

If we're talking about the modern Air-King, it is a hodgepodge of different Rolex parts. It uses the Milgauss case, which is fairly uncomfortable for a Rolex, and the dial is a mess. It looks a lot better in real life but it still doesn't look right. If they got rid of the 3 6 9 Explorer dial and gave it a slimmer case, it would be an infinitely better watch.

[ToyotaMoe]

Ym2 and deep sea

[cvera]

If cash wasn't an issue, the only ones I wouldn't buy are models so old that service parts wouldn't be available to fix the watch if something broke on the watch. Money can't buy what's not available.

[AshCashEmAll]

Anything under 40mm tried it and felt small on my wrist.


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[RolexRog]

Originally Posted by RolexRog

The Oysterquartz because even IF someone notices you wearing a Rolex, you don't get "credit" for wearing a Rolex (unless of course you go into the history of the whole thing with the person "admiring" your watch).

UPDATE: Oysterquartz purchased, and I love it!

[Hollie_Rollie]

Cellini ...

[Jona]

I would not buy a Daytona or YM2

[athan1]

Most nondates besides the sub

[EconTigerOrange]

Originally Posted by doramas

Right now that's two Rolex I'd never have.

1. The current Airking can't stand the dial full of numbers.



2. The Sea Dweller steel and gold I don't see the point. The SD was always a real tool clock. And with the increase in diameter, the cyclops and making it out of steel and gold goes against the historical spirit of the SD. For me the last Sea Dweller was 116600.



Which is your least favorite Rolex in the lineup?

The 116600...the 126600 is way more interesting.