Is the OP so much more money than the date just?

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by bostonjetset

Wow. Who hurt you? lol.

As a gay man with a green OP (arguably the LEAST flashy of the colored dials) I can confidently say my sexuality had nothing to do with my purchase. In fact I’m the only one among any of my gay friends with an OP. One friend wears a Yachtmaster. One wears a Baume & Mercier. Most wear dreadful Apple Watches though one of them at least got the Hermès edition to make it a little more interesting. And I have a few acquaintances with Subs and GMTs.

Yep totally offside and does not reflect the community here.

[Calatrava r]

I prefer a DJ with fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. The flashy colors on the OPs do nothing for me.

[Jlk33]

Are the basic color OP's actually selling at that 12k range? Or are they being listed at the inflated price, and either sitting, or is the gray dealer accepting a lower offer for the more basic colors? Outside of the Coral, Yellow, Green, Tiffany Blue, I'd speculate the other colors are selling closer to the smooth DJ 41 price range.

[samson66]

Originally Posted by padi56

Complete and utter nonsense a dial is just a brass disk with some paint,today hype is the main factor in price difference in the grey market,as today many buy the hype to wear it.

Yep. OPs have long been considered the "entry level" Rolex. But then they put out a bunch of fancy color dials and the hype machine began to spin. In a few years I suspect they will settle back to they orginal status as a nice but nothing fancy watch and a less expensive way to get into a Rolex.

[JoseR]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Yep totally offside and does not reflect the community here.

Yes, here it's about watches, not who you are, or what you are. To each his own.

[Driver8]

Originally Posted by JoseR

Yes, here it's about watches, not who you are, or what you are. To each his own.

Well said.

[Driver8]

Originally Posted by samson66

Yep. OPs have long been considered the "entry level" Rolex. But then they put out a bunch of fancy color dials and the hype machine began to spin. In a few years I suspect they will settle back to they orginal status as a nice but nothing fancy watch and a less expensive way to get into a Rolex.

Exactly.

Obviously certain colours will probably always command slightly more than others due to the fact they were discontinued quite early, and all the time the Rolex hype train is running, that sort of stuff will be seen as "important" to many.

Personally speaking, I think Rolex made a very smart move with these colourways as it took what genuinely is their entry level piece, and made it desirable. By being a bit 'fun' and different they made it appeal to lots of people, including (crucially for demand) to various celebs... which in turn immediately makes it more desirable to those who value, adore and are influenced by "celebritiness". Another massive win for Rolex all round.

[bluestreak]

Ton a gatekeepers here that hate the idea of new people entering their gated community. Which is why so much dislike of the new colors because they bring new, less stodgy people to the brand. It’s why some people hate nicknames. It’s something that makes the hobby more accessible.

As far as the watch, I’ve got the regular blue version. It’s one of my most worn pieces. For all the people that say the OP is flashy compared to the Datejust, I say it’s the opposite. The datejust has the polished center links, the cyclops, the (sometimes) fluted bezel. The OP is by far the most understated Rolex you can own. Which is why I, and I imagine many other folks, like it so much.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by John Doyle

The Oyster started the brand, not the oyster perpetual. Very different terminologies.

Oyster Perpetuals were never appreciated or well sold, and it's a fact. Gullible fashionable people are now buying it because of the flashy colors. Goes so well with today's LGBTQ+ fashion but that's a topic of discussion for another time.

Wow! Questioning my knowledge of Rolex, and bringing people’s sexual preferences into this discussion, in the same post?! The first ever Rolex watch was produced in 1929, and was, indeed, the Oyster Perpetual. And, I’m assuming your bringing the LGBTQ community into this discussion has something to do with rainbow colors? I don’t even know how to respond to that statement, except to say, we don’t discriminate against any group, based on gender, sexual preference, political affiliation, religion, etc. How about you go troll some other forum? You are way out of line.

Kat


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[JTL31]

Originally Posted by bluestreak

The OP is by far the most understated Rolex you can own. Which is why I, and I imagine many other folks, like it so much.

Agreed! Great watch. I lucked out and got my white OP preowned (new on trade) weeks before it was discontinued. Congrats on yours! What I DO find ironic though, is how some online (including social media sites) expressed their dislike for the “Kit Kat” batons on the previous colored models then want crazy for the newest colors. A bit of hype & speculation maybe?

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Wow! Questioning my knowledge of Rolex, and bringing people’s sexual preferences into this discussion, in the same post?!.
…And, I’m assuming your bringing the LGBTQ community into this discussion has something to do with rainbow colors?

Kat

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Thanks mods for comment removal and Kat for drawing attention to this unacceptable, out of line comment by the poster of it.
My Magic 8 ball predicts a short lived tenure on TRF for him, should he keep spewing as such.

[KatGirl]

No worries, Janet. I AM a Super Hero, after all: dadadadadadadada…….
Katgirl! .


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[Milkshake]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Wow! Questioning my knowledge of Rolex,…?! The first ever Rolex watch was produced in 1929, and was, indeed, the Oyster Perpetual.


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The first Oyster was introduced in 1926 not 1929 and it wasn’t until 1931 that the automatic winding Oyster Perpetual was introduced.

Also, Rolex started in 1905 as Wilsdorf and Davis and officially became Montres Rolex S.A. in 1920 then Rolex S.A. The trademark for the Rolex name was secured in 1908.

A Rolex had already been the first wristwatch to bear a Swiss Certificate of Chronometric Precision in 1911. 😂

[favx]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Great …. Now I need one

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Milkshake

The first Oyster was introduced in 1926 not 1929 and it wasn’t until 1931 that the automatic winding Oyster Perpetual was introduced.

Also, Rolex started in 1905 as Wilsdorf and Davis and officially became Montres Rolex S.A. in 1920 then Rolex S.A. The trademark for the Rolex name was secured in 1908.

A Rolex had already been the first wristwatch to bear a Swiss Certificate of Chronometric Precision in 1911.

I’m sorry,I have no idea what you are going on about! But, I hope you are having fun….

Kat


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[Milkshake]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I’m sorry,I have no idea what you are going on about! But, I hope you are having fun….

Kat


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Just correcting you 😂😂😂

[Tylerlsu2008]

Originally Posted by John Doyle

I was being ironic. These watches are beyond trash.

I was talking to an AD about this a few weeks ago. He also said it’s goofy the prices paid on secondary market for OPs. We both agreed it’s one of Rolex’s lamest watches in our opinion.

[shoppy]

Well I guess I like my lame watches as I have a varied OP collection this being one of my favourite models.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Milkshake

Just correcting you

I’ve researched this, and, well, let’s just say, I’m no dummy! Now, go bother someone else, please. Better yet, don’t bother any of us.

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[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by shoppy

Well I guess I like my lame watches as I have a varied OP collection this being one of my favourite models.

That is a very cool color! As for the commenter above, he just enjoys making waves. Don’t let it bother you.

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[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Tylerlsu2008

I was talking to an AD about this a few weeks ago. He also said it’s goofy the prices paid on secondary market for OPs. We both agreed it’s one of Rolex’s lamest watches in our opinion.

It surprises me that anyone, who works at a Rolex AD, would denigrate any of their models, and it’s not the best idea, for you to do it either, on a forum dedicated to the brand. We don’t put down other members’ watches here. What is the point of that? I love my OP, as much as any of my Rolexes.

Kat


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[Tylerlsu2008]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

It surprises me that anyone, who works at a Rolex AD, would denigrate any of their models, and it’s not the best idea, for you to do it either, on a forum dedicated to the brand. We don’t put down other members’ watches here. What is the point of that? I love my OP, as much as any of my Rolexes.

Kat


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It’s a watch…seriously chill out. No one insulted your child. I said, in our opinion, neither of us liked the OP.

Many people thing Panerais are ugly / weird, guess what, I don’t GAF, I like them. But then again, I don’t seek approval from anonymous strangers on an Internet forum.

I’m glad you’re proud of your OPs — love that for you

[espanol]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

and it’s not the best idea, for you to do it either, on a forum dedicated to the brand.

Agree or disagree, everyone is entitled to their own opinions, and should be encouraged to share as such. You clearly don’t value this other person’s opinion, which is fine, but no need to discourage him from posting.

I own and enjoy the new OP, but I also understand not everyone does. Does it matter to me? No.

[Tach24LMS]

For a while I wanted the yellow OP.
Now, I think I'd rather have the FPJ Octa S Ti yellow dial.
Much more fun!

In all seriousness though, the OP watches with smooth bezels and colorful dials are more fun than my more boring black stick dial DJ with fluted bezel. It's dressier and "more professional" for certain.

I love dial variations. So I wouldn't mind picking up a couple different colors of OP long term for the rotation. Black gets boring.

[Tylerlsu2008]

Originally Posted by espanol

Agree or disagree, everyone is entitled to their own opinions, and should be encouraged to share as such. You clearly don’t value this other person’s opinion, which is fine, but no need to discourage him from posting.

I own and enjoy the new OP, but I also understand not everyone does. Does it matter to me? No.

100% agreed. I’m sure others would not like some of my watches, bothers me none. OP is a nice watch, but not for me, especially at 2x retail. Hope you are enjoying yours.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Tylerlsu2008

It’s a watch…seriously chill out. No one insulted your child. I said, in our opinion, neither of us liked the OP.

Many people thing Panerais are ugly / weird, guess what, I don’t GAF, I like them. But then again, I don’t seek approval from anonymous strangers on an Internet forum.

I’m glad you’re proud of your OPs — love that for you

But my watches ARE my babies!

Kat


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[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by espanol

Agree or disagree, everyone is entitled to their own opinions, and should be encouraged to share as such. You clearly don’t value this other person’s opinion, which is fine, but no need to discourage him from posting.

I own and enjoy the new OP, but I also understand not everyone does. Does it matter to me? No.

Point taken. I suppose that I’m just a little too,passionate about the brand. My bad! If I offended you, I apologize.

Kat


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[espanol]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

Point taken. I suppose that I’m just a little too,passionate about the brand. My bad! If I offended you, I apologize.

Kat


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No offense to me personally. We’re all here for similar reasons, and hopefully having cordial two-way discussions is one of them

[Gaijin]

Ibtl.