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6/24/2025, 11:05:55 PM
>>18471583
>>18471785
The OQ is really the only Rolex that appeals to me; and mostly because it's quartz. It's Rolex's momentary and temporary recognition that technology always marches forwards and time stops for no one; everyone must adapt (even Rolex). It's interesting that mechanical watches are still popular and the OQ was discontinued; it's almost like the OQ is an anti time capsule. As a technologist myself, I consider this neat and unique.
If I would ever get a Rolex, it needs to be understated and minimal. The black face and steel jubilee OQ bracelet are what I would get if I were to order this watch new (agree that the OQ oyster and gold bracelets are hideous). The watch I'm considering is from my birth year (late 80s) with the exact specs I want and in "near new" quality. I honestly have no idea how often something like this would come up, but can't imagine it's that often; so a bit nervous about letting an opportunity like this slip for a somewhat reasonable price.
>>18471848
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe Caliber 5035 uses a stator-rotor system with no pallet fork. But your point stands; there's real concern around long-term serviceability. First, it's really only serviceable by RSC (at least the electronics components) and if electronics break beyond repair, Rolex charges like $1500 for a full electronics replacement (quartz module, circuit board, and/or stepper motor). When Rolex runs out of parts (probably in my lifetime), I'll either need to do the replacement myself or find an expert somewhere. As an electronics hobbyist (hello /ohm/), I might actually welcome this development; would be fun to hack on a fucking Rolex.
>>18471785
The OQ is really the only Rolex that appeals to me; and mostly because it's quartz. It's Rolex's momentary and temporary recognition that technology always marches forwards and time stops for no one; everyone must adapt (even Rolex). It's interesting that mechanical watches are still popular and the OQ was discontinued; it's almost like the OQ is an anti time capsule. As a technologist myself, I consider this neat and unique.
If I would ever get a Rolex, it needs to be understated and minimal. The black face and steel jubilee OQ bracelet are what I would get if I were to order this watch new (agree that the OQ oyster and gold bracelets are hideous). The watch I'm considering is from my birth year (late 80s) with the exact specs I want and in "near new" quality. I honestly have no idea how often something like this would come up, but can't imagine it's that often; so a bit nervous about letting an opportunity like this slip for a somewhat reasonable price.
>>18471848
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe Caliber 5035 uses a stator-rotor system with no pallet fork. But your point stands; there's real concern around long-term serviceability. First, it's really only serviceable by RSC (at least the electronics components) and if electronics break beyond repair, Rolex charges like $1500 for a full electronics replacement (quartz module, circuit board, and/or stepper motor). When Rolex runs out of parts (probably in my lifetime), I'll either need to do the replacement myself or find an expert somewhere. As an electronics hobbyist (hello /ohm/), I might actually welcome this development; would be fun to hack on a fucking Rolex.
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