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I quite like it
And I think that given time, it will be accepted, although not in big enough numbers as their Oyster models, simply because they're not known for dress watches like these and the field in this space are filled with competitors whose heritage is based on this design language - maybe it's just me, but I also think that in general, purchases of dress watches do expect to see a great and well finished movement on the back.
Personally, I would wear them, if the hands were a little longer...I don't really like that they don't reach the periphery of the dial - makes it look a little "off", in my view.
Great review nonetheless.
Cellini: a non-Rolex Rolex?!
Hi, I know we mostly talk about Sports watches and vintage Rolex here... But I like to post some fresh shots of the Cellini line! To me the Cellini line is the forgotten son of Rolex. Not often see or discussed, not many ask about it either And when Ce...
Nice review of the Cellini line
Blomman, lovely review here of what is a non-Rolex Rolex. I think it is fair to say that Rolex did not make its reputation on the back of elegance and artistry. Complications too, are a relative rarity. But you are correct, the Cellini line does offer a c...
Your Posrche comparison works very well....
I find it interesting to look on "lesser" known models of a brand. To get a "full picture" of the brand so to say... Best Blomman
For me, the Cellini is the reminiscence of the Bubble Back and the Prince.
An alternative offer to the most and better known Professional line. The GMT is not bad looking at all. The cases are very nice, even if the Prince should be thinner. Best, Nicolas
Yes, the case is really good!
Agree on the Prince.... But when it comes to rectangular watches I think we both are spoiled considering the offers from GP and JLC! ;) Best Blomman
The shape and case silhouette is good...
But I would rework the bezel and dial! More in the line of the original Prince.... Best Blomman ...
I think this line will be taken seriously
It may take some time to warm up. I played with all three models last year and I was impressed much to my surprise. The element that remained constant with their sports models in the new Cellini line is practicality. The bubble back, water resistance and ...
These are serious watches, no doubt about that!
But I think Rolex is their own worst enemy here... Their massive Oyster/Sports lines drowning the Cellini. Will people find their way to these watches or will they go for a more classic Rolex... OR go for another brand entirely when they search for a clas...
I quite like it
And I think that given time, it will be accepted, although not in big enough numbers as their Oyster models, simply because they're not known for dress watches like these and the field in this space are filled with competitors whose heritage is based on t...
Agree on the hands, Richard....
Longer hands would go very well here... More like the GP 1966 maybe? Could still be the dauphin shape but longer. Best Blomman ...
I don't know...
But I like Cellini line and especially Price the most! Maybe because they are non-sport watches. Prince is the Rolex I would like to have it. Thanks for bringing this subject into discussion. Constantin
My pleasure, Constantin!
Yes, the most non-Rolex would have to be the Prince for sure! :) Best Blomman
We have same view ...
again :) my friend Non-Rolex Rolex couldn't put it better or it is Rolex only it says on the dial it is Rolex :) Maybe one day this will be highly sought after pieces today not bright future Elegant yes noble not really Thank you for very interesting post...
Are you surprised?
I am not, my friend! ;) Yes, many years from now this might be the new Paul Newman.... Who knows...! ;) Best Blomman
Much improved
Hi For me I think the new version is a total sea change from its predecessor. I think it looks a whole lot better. Some elements to me are reminiscent of the divers watches and tie them much closer to Rolex as a brand. The previous ones if you'd covered u...
You are correct...
They are much better then earlier versions.... But I still think the Rolex DNA is very well hidden. Best Blomman
Noble and elegant ... no doubt here but at Rolex: the yellow gold ones are missing
I like all new Cellini versions. The dual time is one of the most elegant and yet discrete looking watch where the complication blends beautifully into the design. The day and night indicator in particular is very clever and elegant at the same time. Love...
Good points, Moritz!
I agree on the anti-reflection of the crystal. And a YG version would make this offer more complete! Thank you for your input. Best Blomman
As I said in my review last year...
For me this watch is VERY Rolex. Design, movement, inspiration. You can feel Rolex everywhere. A great improvement of the Cellini line even if it is not perfect. Anyway, thanks for the great review. Fx
Agree that it is much better....
But I do not feel Rolex everywhere... Guess we have very different view of what is Rolex. Mine is a bit "rusty" since I look mostly on vintage! ;) Best Blomman
Movement decoration
Not mentioned in the marketing materials, is how the movement is decorated. Does anyone know? At this price level, and owing to the fact that its a dress watch. one would minimally expect it to be decorated better than what rolex does to their tool watche...
Not a clue...
About the movement decoration. Since it is a solid case back I think there is not much of decoration to talk about... Best Blomman
To thick
the dual time is very nice looking watch, but the case hight is 12/13 mm and that's just a little to much for nobility
Guess you are correct....
About the thickness, I didn't pick up on that when I tried it, but yes the current trend is to have everything ultra thin. A bit thinner would have been expected... But, I think the ration 39/13 is OK. Probably why I didn't pick up on it! Best Blomman
It is interesting how different we all ...
Perceive a brand. You think it is the best part of the brand in the same time I tend to forget this part.. Wonderful to see! :) Best, my friend Blomman
True, Blomman. And this is my favorite:
What a gorgeous, sexy piece of watchmaking! ;) Have a nice week, my friend! Marcelo ...
Yes, this is the image I get when I think of ....
A non-Rolex Rolex! :) It is a great piece, but I am having a hard time remembering that it is a Rolex! ;) Best Blomman
I do wish they had used...
the smaller version of the dauphine (daggar?) hand for the date, similar to the ones they use for the dual time subdial. That plain, ugly stick hand is what is keeping me from adding the rose gold, silver dial version, which is otherwise a very handsome p...