it does eeem a good analogy

Aug 24, 2009,03:21 AM
 

Something like 70% of all Porsche ever made are still running. Reliability, robustness and practicality typify the brand. It seems a good analogy with Rolex, to be fair.

I love the pictures. I was looking through the various models with my son last night. Have to say, the Submariner was one of our favourites.

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40 years of evolution...

 
By: DrStrong : August 24th, 2009-02:46
between my early 1960's Submariner and my wife's current model. Who said that Rolex is like Porsche: they improve their watches and yet keep them almost the same !...  

it does eeem a good analogy

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : August 24th, 2009-03:21
Something like 70% of all Porsche ever made are still running. Reliability, robustness and practicality typify the brand. It seems a good analogy with Rolex, to be fair. I love the pictures. I was looking through the various models with my son last night.... 

Nice pics!

 
By: DRMW : August 24th, 2009-07:35
Thanks for the pics of the sub evolution over 40 years. How does she like her Rolex? -MW

Now, you're playing my favourite game, Jeff! :)

 
By: amanico : August 24th, 2009-07:58
I love to be able to compare the original, and the evolution... In the case of the Sub, your words and comparison with the Porsche 911 is perfect. Even if there is an interesting detail, which makes a difference...The Painted indexes, compared to the circ... 

I don't have many modern watches...

 
By: DrStrong : August 24th, 2009-11:13
...but this kind of side by side comparison is always very interesting. Cheers Jeff

Like vintage more...

 
By: kbc.2222 : August 24th, 2009-17:24
Great picture n nice comparison... Like vintage more, especially the 3 line writing...Gorgeous... Best Chung

Nice to see the comparison between the two models.

 
By: dxboon : August 24th, 2009-22:02
They both have their own unique brand of beauty. The patina on your vintage model is hard to beat, but the modern iteration is shiny and attractive also. What I like most about your post? The fact that your wife wears a full-sized Submariner. Way to go! C... 

Thanks Jeff,... great post!

 
By: bullibeer : August 26th, 2009-14:29
Yes... staying strong for your concept and being faithful to what is great.... and try to make it even greater without changing the DNA.... Often the best!!! Rolex did a great job on that!