Rolex Cellini Moonphase: Collector Thoughts

But it was not available in Sydney, and so I passed on it. Recalled calling up every single AD to ask if they had one. Many months after I saw one sitting in the store and asked to see it (wallet empty). It was a painful moment.

It is quite a unique piece in many aspects. The case sides are curved, like a milgauss case, almost pebble-like. The fluting of the bezel and also the caseback is a nice feature too. And not to mention, the moonphase is one of the more beautiful moons out there. Only gripe is the seconds hand which I wished were longer, because the hallmark of precision (for reading the seconds) is to have the seconds hand almost touching the periphery. Is it sporty or dressy. I would think it is both, much like

I think it's a beautiful and distinctive piece, although I also believe it has been unfairly slighted out there - perhaps because it's misunderstood, I wonder? For example, some people will say it's "un-Rolex", seemingly claiming that Rolex should stick to making durable sports watches. And I can certainly appreciate this point of view. However, I think this piece brings all the good that Rolex stands for in a deliberately sporty yet timeless package, with robustness and substance, excellent tim

I almost pulled the trigger on one a few years ago. It wears very well and has a very nice presence on the wrist.

...and the thickness would bother me on an otherwise elegant watch...

I would second your opinion if the dial would - as most dials do - have a second/minute track on the outside rim. However, here is the calendar, and the tip of the second hand would only add a confusing element to it. Therefore, the minute/second track has been relocated toward the inner dial, and the second hand permits an exact reading on that, so it is long enough IMHO. Marcus