What is the best aviation watch (Zulu time)?

[Rez O. Lewshun]

He didn't say anything about needing anything, but the Rolex is superior and more reliable.

Look at Muddauber's post and profile. He got his Rolex when he graduated from pilot training, had a 20 year Air Force career, is now a SWA captain and is still wearing the same watch. How many watches have you owned that have stood up to 25-30 years of abuse around airplanes?

If you enjoy buying a $2500 watch...go for it!

I've had my Casio for over five years at $50. So for over $300 I can have enough watches to last 30 years. Then I take the $2200 extra and invest that over thirty years.

Actually now that I think about it, I can use the intrest off the $2200 and buy new watches every five years.

If I was given a Rolex or Omega as a gift I would really enjoy it.


For the last time people (probably not! )... don't try and justify a luxury watch as a required tool or instrument.... There are quartz watches that are built much stronger than any peice of jewelry. I'll bet a G-Shock will last 30 years and you don't have to send it in for a heavy D check.

By the way, when you want to buy a Professional Chronometer for use in demanding environements...where do you go?

If Kay's doesn't have it...try Zales.....

Enjoy your Bling, jewelry, schmuck or professional time piece...

Happy New Year!

 

[GVFlyer]

By the way, when you want to buy a Professional Chronometer for use in demanding environements...where do you go?

If Kay's doesn't have it...try Zales.....

Neither of which sell Rolex watches.


The Rolex Professional watches are about function, not luxury.

Among Rolex's innovations are the first waterproof watch case; the first wristwatch with a date on the dial; the first watch to show two time zones at once; and most importantly the first watchmakers to earn the chronometer certification for a wristwatch.

A specially made Rolex watch was attached to the side of the Trieste Bathyscaphe, which went to the bottom of the Mariana Trench. The watch survived and tested as having kept perfect time during its descent and ascent. This was confirmed by a telegram sent to Rolex the following day stating, "Am happy to confirm that even at 11,000 meters your watch is as precise as on the surface. Best regards, Jacques Piccard”.

The Oyster Perpetual Sea Dweller features a helium release valve to release helium gas build-up during decompression. The watch is certified to a depth of 4,000 feet. The Rolex GMT Master was originally developed at the request of Juan Trippe’s Pan Am Airways to assist pilots in transcontinental flights. The Explorer and Explorer II were developed specifically for explorers who would navigate rough terrain — such as the world famous Everest Expeditions.

Were you aware that Rolex is a privately held non-profit company?

It is owned by the family Hans Wilsdorf who has created the
Fondazione Hans Wilsdorf (Montres ROLEX) in Geneve which is the second largest charitable organization in Europe with 9,015,000,000 Euros. They endow charitable causes around the world.

If you want a great watch, Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and A. Lange & Sohne are better watches, but when you buy a Rolex you’re making a charitable contribution.

Rolex also created the Rolex Institute. Rolex has philanthropic tradition of supporting exceptional talent, quality and achievement. The Rolex Institute aims at sharing the recognition of individuals who, through their initiatives, excel in their chosen fields, making a meaningful contribution to the world in which we live.

http://www.rolex.com/en/index.html

http://www.rolexawards.com/home-flash.html


So clearly, Rez, when you buy a Rolex, not only are you buying a superior professional pilot’s watch, you’re helping mankind. Surely, not even you can resist such a compelling argument.

V70T5 said he could hook you up with a good deal on a Rolex GMT Master II.



GV




Happy New Year!

 

[Rez O. Lewshun]

GVFlyer-

If I ever go to the Mariana's trench or Mt. Everest I be sure to consider your post. In addition, it is possible that Juan Trippe asked for a such a watch before quartz technology.

Thanks for the correction on which jewelry store to buy a Rolex... I'll certainly try others before Kay's and Zales. Fact is if you want a Rolex or Omega you'll have to go to a jewerly store or luxury watch website....

Because it is a luxury....

lux·u·ry noun, plural -ries, adjective
–noun 1.a material object, service, etc., conducive to sumptuous living, usually a delicacy, elegance, or refinement of living rather than a necessity: Gold cufflinks were a luxury not allowed for in his budget. 2.free or habitual indulgence in or enjoyment of comforts and pleasures in addition to those necessary for a reasonable standard of well-being: a life of luxury on the French Riviera. 3.a means of ministering to such indulgence or enjoyment: This travel plan gives you the luxury of choosing which countries you can visit. 4.a pleasure out of the ordinary allowed to oneself: the luxury of an extra piece of the cake. 5.a foolish or worthless form of self-indulgence: the luxury of self-pity. 6.Archaic. lust; lasciviousness; lechery. –adjective 7.of, pertaining to, or affording luxury: a luxury hotel.


Again, I'd love to have a Omega.. And I could pay cash for one today. It is a luxury I choose not to have.

Your desire to justify a luxury watch is like owning a SUV. People like SUV's becuase they make them feel that they are prepare to deal with anything life may throw at them on the road... fact is, one can drive to starbucks in a Honda Civic and deal with the same "adversaties" as someone in a Lincoln Navigator or Caddy Escalde. In fact how much does that $5 cup of starbucks cost after one factors in transportation in a Caddy or Lincoln?

Maybe you want to justify a First Class ticket over the Atlantic stating economy just won't do... fact is the back end of the jet will arrive at the same time as the front end... And yes I'd rather go First Class too...

Again and again... I like luxury stuff... but lets know what is a need and what is a want...

awaiting your return salvo....

 

[NJAFracPilot]

GVFlyer-


Thanks for the correction on which jewelry store to buy a Rolex... I'll certainly try others before Kay's and Zales. Fact is if you want a Rolex or Omega you'll have to go to a jewerly store or luxury watch website....

Because it is a luxury....

You can buy your "G Shock" (is that a watch for adults?) at Kay Jewelers or Zales...

It's easy to see that GVFlyer is just shining you on...he knows by now that you are immune to facts.

Have you contacted V70T5 for your deal on a Rolex since you can afford it and all?

 

[GEXDriver]

http://www.rolexawards.com/home-flash.html


So clearly, Rez, when you buy a Rolex, not only are you buying a superior professional pilot’s watch, you’re helping mankind. Surely, not even you can resist such a compelling argument.

V70T5 said he could hook you up with a good deal on a Rolex GMT Master II.



GV

ROFLMAO! Maybe Rez O. Lewshun is not into charitable giving.

More likely, he and A Squared will buy Rolexes when the watch's cost represents closer to a weeks pay instead of the current two months pay.


Rez O. Lewshun - Let me add my name to the list of people that have pointed out to you that no one here, to include GVFlyer, has said they needed a Rolex. Pilots buy them because they are reliable watches point designed for aviators.

 

[NuGuy]

You need to pace yourself, Nu. When you start celebrating the New Year with your favorite holiday hootch this many hours before Midnight, chances are you won't be conscious to yell, "Happy New Year!" at the appropriate time.


_SkyGirl_

But it's true, the lack of pirates DOES cause global warming. The Flying Spaghetti Monster touched me with his noodley goodness and told me so!

Nu

 

[Rez O. Lewshun]

Rez O. Lewshun - Let me add my name to the list of people that have pointed out to you that no one here, to include GVFlyer, has said they needed a Rolex. Pilots buy them because they are reliable watches point designed for aviators.

Well there was this statement

Here's the difference:

Walk into some of the meeting's I frequently have to with a Casio G Shock on your wrist and you lose. Literally and Figuratively. Rolex, Patek, IWC, Omega, Breguet, Cartier,etc. They may not be the best at timekeeping, unnecessary they aren't; they're essential. I'm not defending the accuracy, my Omega and Rolex have proven to be very durable, they don't lose very much time either.

But this is more about the show.... I'd say go to such a meeting without a watch and see what kind of statement you make.. Kinda Bruce Lee's technique: Fighting without fighting....

Then there is this one...

A battery operated watch is not an option for me. In the places I fly I am not going to find anyone to replace a battery in an electronic watch when it fails..

This is the same reason why people drive Luxury SUV's. They justify they need them somehow....


During an IRS audit can you justify a Rolex, Omega or other luxury watch bought at a jewelry store as necessary or required? Are luxury watches stated as required for aviation jobs? I know my flashlight is.... but not my watch.

Breitling has advertisements with F-18 jets and WWII props. I don't think the pilots of these aircraft is thier total market. No, Breitling is appealing to a larger group of consumers.... who want to feel............


like this...

I like operating fast airplanes, fast boats, fast motorcycles and fast cars (although some might take exception to the car statement, I've gone from a 911, to a M3, to a Honda S2000). I like using precision made items whether it's Swiss timepieces, Nikon cameras, Leica binoculars or Perazzi shotguns. I appreciate their craftmanship and how well they function at the task they were designed to perform.

Sounds like luxury watches are a part of this lifestyle and self image. Cool. Sounds like he likes operating fast planes, fast boats, fast bikes, fast cars and luxury watches... cool....

 

[NJAFracPilot]

Typical. Can't argue the issue at hand, just resort to an inane and irrelevant personal attack. I would have expected nothing less.

And this differs from your post just exactly how?

 

[NJAFracPilot]

Well there was this statement

Here's the difference:

Walk into some of the meeting's I frequently have to with a Casio G Shock on your wrist and you lose. Literally and Figuratively. Rolex, Patek, IWC, Omega, Breguet, Cartier,etc. They may not be the best at timekeeping, unnecessary they aren't; they're essential. I'm not defending the accuracy, my Omega and Rolex have proven to be very durable, they don't lose very much time either.

But this is more about the show.... I'd say go to such a meeting without a watch and see what kind of statement you make.. Kinda Bruce Lee's technique: Fighting without fighting....

Looks like you're grasping at straws Rez O. Leshun.

That quote was from Swass not GVFlyer and "essential" doesn't mean "need".

 

[TrafficInSight]

I like operating loud dirty airplanes that wake up the neighbors, I also enjoy getting my hands dirty operating precision tools.

I don't wear a watch often because it gets caught in the engine... how am I going to look walking into the power meeting with no hand to wear an expensive watch on?

 

[Rez O. Lewshun]

I supposed one needs or that its essential to have a Mont Blanc pen instead of a Parker or Zebra. Fast pens are needed to fly fast jets....

 

[Swass]

More like posturing I suppose, I didn't say I liked it, but that's the way things are.

I own several Mont Blanc pens, I like the black and gold rollerball's the best.

 

[GVFlyer]

More like posturing I suppose, I didn't say I liked it, but that's the way things are.

I own several Mont Blanc pens, I like the black and gold rollerball's the best.

I'd save the Montblanc Meisterstuck for meetings and the office. I use a Pelikan ballpoint in the cockpit because of it's one-handed operation.

http://www.goldspot.com/Pelikan_pens/Souveran_400/996827.html



GV

 

[G21Agoose]

I'd save the Montblanc Meisterstuck for meetings and the office. I use a Pelikan ballpoint in the cockpit because of it's one-handed operation.

http://www.goldspot.com/Pelikan_pens/Souveran_400/996827.html



GV

Happy New Year GVFlyer,

How many hands do you need to operate the MontBlanc?

PS ST Dupont makes the best writing instruments

 

[GVFlyer]

Happy New Year GVFlyer,

How many hands do you need to operate the MontBlanc?

PS ST Dupont makes the best writing instruments

Happy New Year to you, Sir!

The Montblanc Meisterstuck, which is the only one I have, is twist to operate, so it takes me two hands to use.

http://www.redfingerprint.com/Mont_Blanc_pen/Montblanc_Meisterstuck_Classique/09625

The S.T. Dupont pens are very nice, but I prefer German craftsmanship to Parisien.

Rez O. Lewshun should be along any minute now to tout the quality of Bic pens and affirm that they are all that anyone ever "needs".


GV