Rolex Watch Discussion: Trying On Models

Watches_passion · 2022-02-06T06:57:30Z

A Patek Philippe collector tries a Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 turquoise dial. Explore community insights on hype, value, and collecting outside your comfort zone.

Watches_passion

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Watches_passion, a long-time Patek Philippe collector, embarks on a horological experiment, stepping outside his established collecting strategy to try a Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 with a turquoise dial. This article explores his initial impressions and the community's diverse reactions to this bold move, offering insights into how even seasoned collectors approach watches that challenge their norms.

I have never owned a Rolex. My collection is mainly Patek and i am a bit religeous about this strategy. Last week though, a friend of mine wants to sell his OP 41 blue to upgrade for another watch. It is still almost new (1 year old but looks in excellent condition). He had it covered with plastice even as you aee below.
I decided to try it… it is controversial specially when i come from a more conservative Patek arena. But at the same, looks different and funny ( i sometimes feel my collection is serious).

Will try it for a week and then decide whether i would buy a first Rolex after all those years.

I know this is a provocative watch to the community but if anyone has any valuable feedback, i would appreciate it. As i said i am not into Rolex guy but have read a bit over the past 2 days and it remined me with the conterversial topic of the 5711 few years back.

Thanks for sharing any advice or feedback.

This message has been edited by FabR on 2022-02-06 09:14:38

Key Points from the Discussion

The turquoise dial Oyster Perpetual, while popular, should not be conflated with the Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5711's controversial status; its appeal is rooted in fun and fashion, similar to the historical Stella dials.
Given the intense hype around the turquoise dial OP41, collectors should be cautious not to pay above MSRP, despite its current market value, to avoid contributing to speculative pricing.
The OP41 turquoise dial offers a stark contrast to the understated elegance of Patek Philippe references like the 5164R or 5205R, providing a 'very much in your face' aesthetic that can be both tempting and overwhelming for collectors accustomed to more conservative designs.
The 'robin's egg blue' dial of the Rolex OP41 is a polarizing choice that can attract significant attention, a stark difference for collectors used to the subtle recognition of a Patek Philippe among connoisseurs.
If a collector is not 100% sure about a watch, especially one driven by current hype like the turquoise dial OP, it's often best to pass, as genuine appreciation should not require external validation.
The OP series was originally conceived as fun, entry-level watches, not intended for the extreme hype and inflated market values they currently command, which can detract from their intrinsic appeal.

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Watches_passion

Feb 6, 2022

Not sure why it is still showing a wrong one… sorry for this🙈

NickO

Feb 6, 2022

They are sophisticated, elegant, classic and understated. I bet they confer similar emotions to you when you wear them. But there’s also clearly a fun and adventurous side to your personality that does not take itself too seriously. I commend you for that and I think you should explore it. Now, is a robin’s egg blue dialed Rolex the answer? Maybe, maybe not. I think you’re doing the right thing by trying it out for a week to see if it’s true love or just a passing fancy. Whatever the result, I d

NickO

Feb 6, 2022

I say less doubt and more YOLO 😀

hoseachandra

Feb 6, 2022

Except on retail price. I strongly think the watch does not worth more than its retail price. Dont get me wrong. Rolex makes very fine and reliable watches. But a watch that hyped just because of the dial colour....nah.

MTR

Feb 6, 2022

1. If you don’t know and feel it yourself and have to ask us, this is not a watch you are 100% sure about. In this case I always would pass. 2. This dial colour is just part of a current hype. So, do you REALLY like it? 3. Regarding value: the development is difficult to predict in these crazy (greedy) times. But for me it would never be more worth than its retail price. Just my humble opinion. ☺️ All the best for your decision Thomas

FabR

Feb 6, 2022

Note that it wasn’t even a complete “betrayal” to Patek, since it was critical to employ two of their ADs carrying both brands in order to source them at retail (they are otherwise very hard to get, especially the OP41, for non-Rolex customers like me! ;-) So my only question is about your friend, given the crazy hype around this model (due only to an accidental dial color!)….is your friend requesting to you only what he paid for it? To be very honest, please do NOT pay a single cent above MSRP

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