Rolex, or Patek Philippe? Which one rulezzz the world with a thumb up?

Which one rules the world with a thumb up?|||In reality, Rolex rules the world... but the world of the mundane and the masses. Patek Philippe is in a whole other league, much more lofty, more elite.





That's a very good answer, Ladys Man. And I whole-heartedly agree with you. However, remember most of the world (plebs and other masses) only recognise ROLEX. And if you look at this other guy's questions of the past week or whenever, that's the kind of watch he is looking for. (Oh, and it wouldn't be an Italian loafer, but rather a Lobb bespoke ;) )





To the Question guy:


Look mate, if you want that watch that everyone will recognise, get the Rolex. BUT, remember, unless you can "pull off" wearing one, people will most likely think it's a fake.





What I mean is, if you don't look like/act like/ARE like the sort of person who can afford a luxury watch, people will be inclined to assume that what's on your wrist is fake.





So, unless you already have the reputation for being affluent, or are the up-and-coming yuppie type, well, I wouldn't bother with any expensive watch. Only get one if you really want it.





If you give some more info on what sort of job you have etc., then we could give you some better advice for a suitable watch for the image thing. But really? Wear what you like, BUT, if you must promote an image (for whatever reason, work etc.,) don't wear crap, please. Patek's are the top of the top tier, at least in my opinion. But, for your purposes, unless you hang with the sort that will recognise it for what it is, don't bother.





If you get one, it's a 'life piece', something to pass on (and will still retain value and style long after you're in the dirt, and long after watches fade from the scene).





I saw one of your other questions, about a watch that will pick up chicks or something... yeah sure flashing a rolex around might work in the short term to get some tail, but seriously? The kind of girl you'd pull wouldn't be of, erm... "the best repute", if catch my drift.





Goodluck on the choice.|||Rolex doesnt even come close to being one of the worlds best watchmakers in the world. Patek Phillipe is miles above what Rolex was or could ever hope to be. Patek is one of the most reknowned swiss watchmakers in the world and a true watch snob will gasp at the sight of one of these timepieces.


Rolex is extremely overrated. Their movements arent anything above average. They used to be quite good but their quality has steadily declined over time and are now a symbol of poor fashion sense for the upper middle class. But, in my opinion you should still own a Rolex, but make it the last watch you buy and wear it around your friends who know nothing about watches, as any true watch afficionado will laugh you out of the room.


Only the lucky can own a Patek Phillipe, but you and I can own fantastic famous watches for a great price, like: Maurice Lacroix, who in my opinion are one of the best value for money swiss watches out there. A moderately-priced Lacroix is about $5000 AUD, which is as good as it gets for the price tag. Breitling is another affordable and reknowned swiss watch. I own a Maurice Lacroix watch and an Armani watch - designer watches like Armani or Dior make sexy timepieces that arent exactly elite watchmaking but look the part and arent half bad.


Chanel have released a new line of mens automatic watches that are quite good.


To answer your question, Patek Phillipe crushes Rolex under the heel of its Italian loafer. Phillipe is for the worlds elite and is exclusive for a reason, it doesnt get much better.