Drek
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Aug 12, 2022,17:59 PM
I have the ND sub and the BB58.
I bought the ND sub as I think it’s the perfect watch for me and I still do.
Touch wood, I’ve never felt unsafe wearing it, but what is frustrating is when I wear it people always want to discuss the price. I want to talk about the fact that it’s a 14060M, with the long F and I choose the 4 line version as it’s a great transition between the old case subs and the newer, but it always comes back to price.
With the BB58 I always get asked about the watch. For that reason I find that I am often more relaxed wearing it even though the sub is my favourite.
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A Rolex concern and why the Black Bay 58 is my solution to the problem
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-08:09
Rolex is a brand that I love, but a couple of things are making me concerned about wearing one: Number 1: too recognizable. Having to receive questions about how much you paid or wether or not your watch is real is an annoyance I'm sure many of us had to ...
I enjoy both
By: Aquaracer1 : August 11th, 2022-01:51
My Sub and BB58. I actually wear the Tudor more often. Unfortunately when I wear the Rolex, at times I am aware of the safety concern, which is a shame. Regarding availability, I was lucky to get in at the right time, several years ago, so I never had to ...
Also
By: Aquaracer1 : August 11th, 2022-01:56
Just sold the OP36 explorer style blue dial. Don’t plan on adding more Rolex anytime soon. The Sub is enough for me
I am happy with my datejust as well
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-02:19
Right now I don't plan on adding a new Rolex, but in the future I'm sure I'll set my sight on some more
I am concerned about the same thing
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-02:21
I find myself wearing mine only when I'm at home, or at the very least when I'm able to hide it under my cuff.
Well said
By: Cookies : August 11th, 2022-03:17
Same here, i stopped wearing Rolex. The perception is more devastating than good. It invites a lot of unnecessary nay say and jealous eyes. I’d rather wear something a few people know about.
I also worry about the safety issue
By: toddg : August 11th, 2022-03:04
I have changed straps on a couple of my Rolexes so that they are a bit more camouflaged (at least I hope so). But am still careful about when and where I wear them. I am curious if you feel that the BB is that much less obvious. From a distance, I think t...
I have three main reasons
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-07:46
The first is that the BB is moderately sized, all brushed and has an alluminum bezel and a matte dial. These all make it a bit less blingy. Reason number two is that you can easily tell a curious inquirer that it's not a Rolex And the third is that if I d...
I agree that rolex is too recognized
By: TeutonicCarFan : August 11th, 2022-04:03
That is why I steered clear save for a ND sub. Sad it is a versatile piece. For what it's worth, most people probably think that's a sub from a far.
That's true
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-07:49
But the BB58 is not as risky to wear since it's not nearly as expensive and blingy
Sorry to read you wear your Rolex less.
By: George Gently : August 11th, 2022-04:24
I do wear my Rolex everywhere I go. Even can’t remember the last time anyone asked me anything about the watch or made some kind of remark. Fortunately I don’t feel or notice any bagage coming with it. Regards, George
I understand
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-08:59
Tudor isn't an exact replacement of Rolex, but a few models come very close, like the BB58
That's true
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-09:00
And the fact that those watches are brushed adds to the understated factor. Unfortunately that's not the case with my datejust. It's a discreet 36mm, but still quite blingy because of the PCLs.
Definitely agree with your post
By: Watchonthewrists : August 11th, 2022-08:29
I really like my BB58s and wear them without worrying . To bad these days its not so safe to wear a watch with a high value or ,,hype,, status
Quite a shame indeed
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-09:01
But I do find mysef being worried only when I have my Rolex on, I can wear more expensive watches without problem, like my Ed White or my Reverso, because they draw less attention.
I wear and use everything that I have, Watches included.
By: ZSHSZ : August 11th, 2022-10:39
My daily is my GMTII Batman, and due to my work sometimes I’m in very dangerous areas of New York City. All my Rolex are from AD got them true a long relationship that I developed over the years, and I wear them as intended without fear. As for the percep...
I admire your attitude
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-10:58
I tend to be a lowkey guy so the least appealing aspect of Rolex is the recognizability. I still wear it really often, but I pick the days carefully.
Exacty
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-11:10
Rolex if you know where you're going, Tudor if you feel adventurous
👍😎
By: geross : August 11th, 2022-11:13
I wore a YG DD on a President bracelet for 30 years.
By: Uncle Chico : August 11th, 2022-11:44
It was my one watch collection and I wore it daily under a cuff with a suit and tie. When I retired it started to attract uncomfortable attention when worn with casual clothes so I sold it. My solution was to buy less recognisable brands. Rather than give...
That's unfortunate
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-13:25
But I get it, discretion is as valuable as ever.
You make a valid point.
By: mrds : August 11th, 2022-13:50
Also for me, I don’t like to get too much attention from my watch. But I still wear all my watches, including Rolex. If I didn’t wear a watch, I‘d sell it. When I decided what watch to wear for my trip to London for the next few days, I did consider a Sub...
I really don’t wear my Rolex much anymore.
By: Jay (Eire) : August 11th, 2022-14:31
It’s all situational, but for me 90% of the time these days I’m going with something that I don’t think will catch eyes. That means no Rolex (I have a precious (coloured) metal Rolex sitting unworn for over two years) and generally nothing of high value (...
You have a great watch!
By: andrea~ : August 11th, 2022-15:49
The BB58 really ticks all the boxes without the brand baggage
Interesting post
By: Drek : August 12th, 2022-17:59
I have the ND sub and the BB58. I bought the ND sub as I think it’s the perfect watch for me and I still do. Touch wood, I’ve never felt unsafe wearing it, but what is frustrating is when I wear it people always want to discuss the price. I want to talk a...
That is true
By: andrea~ : August 12th, 2022-21:42
I have never heard any questions regarding the price of my Tudor, which is great. With my Datejust I often get them.