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Originally Posted by javadog
Actually, I think RPKESQ has led you guys down the primrose path...............
............I think I'll quit now. I encourage anybody with an interest in watches to read a few books, subscribe to a few magazines to keep current on new things, buy a bunch of watches and wear them and quit harping about things you don't like.
If you think somebody makes a watch more suited to your needs than Rolex, go buy the god forsaken thing. I'm going to go make some huevos rancheros for breakfast.
JR
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Aux contraire! Not the Primrose path, just a glimpse of a different path. The whole reason I started the thread was to learn. Not to learn about Rolex or watches, but to learn "how to learn" about Rolex and other watches. I respect the opinions and knowledge of the Pelican community and of all who have specifically contributed to this thread. Frankly, a few days ago I didn't even know where to begin. Now, I have a pretty good idea where to get a basic education on watches in general and I at least know some of the questions to ask. Now I'll spend some of my limited time learning about yet another thing that I shouldn't be wasting my time on. It will be added to the list of non-essentials such as Porsche 911s, old Honda motorcycles, sailboats, firearms, antiques, antique Chinese furniture, Lalique crystal (more my wife), astronomy, etc., etc., etc.
I think the biggest problem Rolex has in forums like this (and the public in general) is their reputation exceeds the reality even though the reality is still very good. Ask "Joe Average" on the street what the best (also generally synonamous with most expensive) watch is and I'll wager at least 9 out of 10 will say "Rolex".
That said - I have gathered enough info to know that Rolex still brings what I need to the table. They're durable, hold their value, and have style. That's what I'm looking for. That's what I will buy. FWIW - The opinions and experiences here have helped me immensely. When I posted this, I knew little of the Airking and it's value. I was willing to spend $2k, but have found that I can get into an Airking, the watch I still want, for significantly less.
Thanks again!
