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"The once . . .
. . . and current king."
[image courtesy Nicolas]
No, not Fidel . . . rather, the maker of the watch on his wrist.
Let's face it, folks: when it comes to mechanical watchmaking, Rolex is the undisputed heavyweight champion. My very first watch acquired after college was an AirKing . . .
. . . identical to the one pictured in the image above. Originally an award watch from the Bahrain Petroleum Company (BAPCO), it was acquired from an employee who already had a Day-Date 
. This was my sole watch for over fifteen years, and foolishly parted with in the process of acquiring my first Glashütte Original, way back when.
. This was my sole watch for over fifteen years, and foolishly parted with in the process of acquiring my first Glashütte Original, way back when.I've never had one since. Flirted with the Milgauss when it was introduced, but never truly close to pulling the trigger. Miraculously, the one vintage Rolex that's long been a personal favorite, the VeriFlat (ref 6512), popped up locally a few years ago . . .
[seller's photo]
. . . at the same time I'd committed to a GS, so I was forced to miss out on that opportunity.
Let's see the Rolexes in your collections, and if there are tales to tell, let's hear them, too.
Art
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"The once . . .
. . . and current king." [image courtesy Nicolas] No, not Fidel . . . rather, the maker of the watch on his wrist. Let's face it, folks: when it comes to mechanical watchmaking, Rolex is the undisputed heavyweight champion. My very first watch acquired af...
New family....
Very, very nice color, the iPhone photo doesn't do justice.... HAGWE! Ken, away from Tokyo to have some time-off.... ...
Your first, Ken? . . .
. . . most Purists have (or had) at least one, but I wasn't sure if you were in the Rolex ranks. Art
I have a few :-)
My strike zone is relatively narrow, but I thought I should expand my world :-) But still testing phase, whether I will like it very much in the long run.... Thanks, Art! Ken
Since ......
I don't have any my story is that most enjoyable evenings in my life (sans ladies presence) included Rolexes :) Telling that I will be most honored and privileged in pillaging collection of one of the most elusive PuristS to get that one...in the middle I...
It seems just about everyone . . .
. . . likes Submariners. Stay tuned, D; I'm sure there will be plenty more to come . . . including vintage. Art
I was hoping these were in the pipeline! Thanks, Julian . . .
. . . for these submissions off the beaten path. Appreciatively, Art
Quite some time back, a tourist from Italy . . .
. . . was seated next to me in my favorite LA bar, wearing a black dial steel Daytona. Being a shameless Purist, I started a conversation by asking about his Rolex. It turned out he'd been on a waiting list for seven years, and had to rush over to the dea...
I am too lazy to take a pic but once I had 5 Rollies
but sold all of them (too common though it's the King) except one, 16610 Sub that I got from my dad for my 18th birthday, I am 44 now. It still got all the tags, anchors, receipt, pocket calendars (1989-1990), box, paper. Something I will not let go thoug...
Btw, the one I miss from my previous pieces is 5513 circa 1977
Love that one! Sold it for Pam 001 :((
Interesting,
but I have only one Rolex, though I have much more watches from other brands: Jlc's, GO's, Panerai etc. My Rolex is one of my best summer friend for 5 years, and I don't want to let her go, although there were some real good trade offers time to time... S...
Most interesting - a Purist with . . .
. . . just one amongst many. There are Rolex diehards and nonbelievers, but also occasional fans. Thanks for sharing, Adam. Art
Rolex and Persol, a killing Duo. And when it is a GMT Master...
I can only say BRAVO! Best, Nicolas
You have a sharp eyes, Nicolas!
It is so easy to recognise a Persol? Because a Rolex... Thanks for your appreciate! Yours, Adam
Difficult theme for me
I have to admit that in general I don’t like Rolex watches. Don’t get me wrong, they are fine watches and someone has to admire the brand for its truly rich history and unique approach they take in the industry. On the other hand, a Rolex is just too popu...
Weelll, sort of unfair, almost !.. Although I would have taken the AirKing, hands down - but the GP Chrono 2499 is another league !!.. Am fully with you my friend !.. Cheers & HAGWE !! :))
PS: if you ever think of trading this Chrono, send me a line, pls ! - LoL,LoL
Pretty much in the same boat, CC. There's something . . .
. . . about owning a Rolex that rubs the wrong way, even though I happen to enjoy them on a purely objective level. Art
My "first" was a Rolex....
Sea-dweller.... Since then I developed a bit different taste. Never really gone deep into Rolex, but I do have a couple.... Here is one that get's a lot of wrist time during the summer months! :) HAGWE Blomman ...
With the Rolex abyss it can be non-Rolex like.. no-Chrono !.. If you ever consider parting or trading your pink/blue, bit faded.. Just give me a ring.. Will send you a truck !.. Cheers & HAGWE !!
Nice shots, BTW - needless to say !! Best to you & yours ! hs.
Ah, another Purist . . .
. . . with just a few 'Crowns' amidst several 'peasants'. Now that I think about it, there must be a deeper reason for smörgåsbord being a Swedish creation ;-) . . .
The perpetual bad boy's watch ... at least in Germany
My story to this one is that I have started very, very late with watches and when I seeking the internet for watches I saw a copy of it with black bezel from Citizen and instantly loved the clear, round and strong design. Quite quickly I learned that it i...
Interesting....
That would make half of Stockholm population criminals... Ah wait... They are! ;) HAGWE Blomman
LA criminals . . .
. . . never wear watches. They get in the way . . . . . . of 'signals'. :-) ...
My dear Count, we are all citizen of the World ;)
So wear your Rolex proudly. ;) Best, Nicolas
It would be difficult to choose only one.
I don't think I will be getting any new timepieces any time soon, but If I were to get the chance, strictly my preference, I'd get a blue 36mm 116000. It's perfectly simple and reminds me of my first watch. It's very much my style and I think it gives muc...
A Rolex a-pending . . .
. . . puts you in company with many watch collectors, Erik. Cordially, Art
My first rolex....
is the DSSD. Like my other divers, never get to see any action in water...unless in the form of ice/snow :) But the most satisfying is my 4th--GMT Master 1675. Best, SF ...
...Let me clarify....
In chronological order of my rolex purchase, the 4th was the GMTM 1675. I have 3 GMTM currently. The other 2 are 16750 and 16710.......hoping to find my 4th GMTM....:). Cheers!
Ok, I 'll humbly try.. And maybe see, whether I can get up with a little story or so..
Well, I thought to share one or two moderns, watches I still own and wear quite regularly. -And then some Vintages, since the contagious bug of some very good friends ( you know, who you are..) had stricken ; There were also several lovely encounters with...
Dear HS: you got a nice Rolex collection there! I wish I had...
... your skills for making such beautiful collages to show my own collection of my beloved Rolex watches! Keep enjoying your Rolex and other brands my friend! and have a nice week end! All the best, Abel.
Vintage Explorer for me, please . . .
. . . easily one of my favorites from Rolex's stable . . .
Not mine but one I really like
Thanks Art, your themes presentation is always a very "talented" work. I don't possess any Rolex yet but have been very closely looking at this Daytona. Have a great week-end everyone! Cheers, Mark ...
The only crown in my current collection
I like this one because it\'s less spoken of, but I am usually still reluctant to put it on much because it garners more attention than I would prefer, and it\'s not always the positive kind. Still, it bears all the history and hallmarks of Rolex and is f...
Lovely Lego shot...
less lovely during night in dark in children's room all around floor :) Cheers D
Pretty low-key classic.. Nice pic also !
Like the versatility and the 24 hr hand in contrasting red.. Cheers & Best, hs
A former co-worker had the very same, Richard . . .
[Erik's Explorer II and wrist, ca '09] . . . along with a Sub. Thanks for sharing yours! Best, Art ...
Dear Art: I see you know very well my taste about watches...
... So you will understand how fast my heart poundeed when you announced this week end WS theme! My love for the Rolex brand begun many decades ago. I have told about that before, but will repeat it again here: I was introduced to Rolex by my Dad, around ...
Thank you so much my dear friend Nicolas! That' s a Big compliment coming from you! ...
... I deeply appreciate that! Un fuerte abrazo mi amigo! Afectuosamente, Abel.
Superb collection dear Abel
I like the last shot a lot Allow me to wish you all the best in advance for September's Bday Yours D
Thank you so much dear Damjan for your comments and advanced good wishes for my next...
... Birthday! Best cordial regards, Abel.
Your collection makes me weak in the knees, dear Abel!
Your love and passion for Rolex is evident in your outstanding collection. Too many to list, but your 1675/8 in particular is a beauty! Fuerte abrazo, Alejandro
Muchas gracias Alejandro! Songlad you like these watches and thank you for your kind ...
... Coments! Un abrazo mi amigo! Abel
You must have a big heart, Abel . . .
. . . to have so much love for Rolex. Many, many thanks for sharing your collection and story with us. Art
My great pleasure to share my history around Rolex brand and some of my watches dear Art..
... And thank you so much for your kind comments! Receive my best cordial regards, Abel.
Catching up with your post.
We need some good collection / collecor posts like these on Rolex. Thank you for sharing. Bill
Great theme!
Glad to see this theme, as I just unboxed the below watch; peeled off the plastic literally minutes ago... Most comfortable watch I ever had! ...
What an amazingly pleasant surprise . . .
. . . to see you back, K-G. Ever so glad this was the right moment to rejoin us. Congratulations on your latest acquisition! Best, Art
What about the other guy in the back seat?...
He was pretty fond of Rolex as well: After finally drinking the Kool Aid, only to learn the amazing versatility of the Sub... it was hard to resist emulating/updating this (mythic) one... ...with this one: It does what it says on the tin. Cheers...
There can be no higher compliment to a manufacturer . . .
. . . than the inclusion of an example within a collection as deep and wide as yours. Art
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