Rolex or Cartier?

[canuk-gal]

HI:

Am going out watch shopping with my DH today. I am interested in either a ladies Cartier Roadster oir the 31mm Datejust Rolex with the Oyster bracelet. All S/S in either style.

Tried both on last week and was greatly surprised I like the Rolex better; I think b/c it was slightly lighter in weight (less bulky) vs. the Roadster.

Watch face will be a champagne or MOP (light) color.

Any votes for preference?

cheers--Sharon

 

[Lorelei]

CARTIER.

but get the one you like best.....

i wanna Tank.

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

Lorelei:

LURVE the Tank (Americanne) too! But i have a rather dressy Ebel, so I am thinking a sportier model will suit me better. The Cartier is very unique, but I must admit I had a difficult time reading the date! The Rolex date was very easy to see and the watch was "sleeker". But I am torn, too b/c I wasted a watch with a leather strap this time around, and the Roadster has a strap that is interchangeable.

My DH is rather set on a Roadster for himself.

cheers--Sharon

 

[Ice Princess Cristy]

Date: 5/10/2008 11:59:20 AM
Author: canuk-gal
HI:

Lorelei:

LURVE the Tank (Americanne) too! But i have a rather dressy Ebel, so I am thinking a sportier model will suit me better. The Cartier is very unique, but I must admit I had a difficult time reading the date! The Rolex date was very easy to see and the watch was ''sleeker''. But I am torn, too b/c I wasted a watch with a leather strap this time around, and the Roadster has a strap that is interchangeable.

My DH is rather set on a Roadster for himself.

cheers--Sharon

Looks like you know which one you want then

I like cartier over rolex in general, but without pics, etc it would be hard to judge these two specifically..... again, I think you know which one you are going for!

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 5/10/2008 11:59:20 AM
Author: canuk-gal
HI:

Lorelei:

LURVE the Tank (Americanne) too! But i have a rather dressy Ebel, so I am thinking a sportier model will suit me better. The Cartier is very unique, but I must admit I had a difficult time reading the date! The Rolex date was very easy to see and the watch was ''sleeker''. But I am torn, too b/c I wasted a watch with a leather strap this time around, and the Roadster has a strap that is interchangeable.

My DH is rather set on a Roadster for himself.

cheers--Sharon

Me wants Tank Francaise!!

But don''t mind me, get the one you luurve!

 

[Green with Envy]

I have the Cartier roadster and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. get compliments all the time.

 

[surfgirl]

I have a Ladies Datejust in S/S with the Oyster bracelet and I love it. I was never a Rolex fan but there are a couple of models I really like. The bracelet is so comfy but the only thing I''d caution you on is the selection of a dial face that you can read. To me, if you cant read the watch dial, what''s the point of having it on in the first place??? I got a white dial with the Arabic numerals at the even numbered times (2,4,6,8,10). It''s very easy to read. I got a larger JLC because I wanted an even easier to read dial...Have you considered a JLC Ladies Ultra Thin? They''re gorgeous and the dial is easy to read and the fonts they use for numbers are superb!

 

[canuk-gal]

Date: 5/10/2008 1:52:00 PM
Author: surfgirl
I have a Ladies Datejust in S/S with the Oyster bracelet and I love it. I was never a Rolex fan but there are a couple of models I really like. The bracelet is so comfy but the only thing I''d caution you on is the selection of a dial face that you can read. To me, if you cant read the watch dial, what''s the point of having it on in the first place??? I got a white dial with the Arabic numerals at the even numbered times (2,4,6,8,10). It''s very easy to read. I got a larger JLC because I wanted an even easier to read dial...Have you considered a JLC Ladies Ultra Thin? They''re gorgeous and the dial is easy to read and the fonts they use for numbers are superb!

HI:

I don''t think there is anyone who sells JLC locally...I prefer the Roman numerals over Arabic but agree the latter are easier to read...decisions decisions..the salesgal had a copper/pink face and it was very nice, but I would get a light face....

cheers--Sharon

 

[diamondfan]

I have both. I have a rolex in stainless with a pink gold face, and it does not have the bubble on it. I also have the all stainless roadster, which I like a lot too. It is a tough call as they are both great watches. I even love the Pasha C with the rose colored dial, I saw it on someone the other day and I loved it.

 

[Dancing Fire]

Sharon
i would take the Rolex. i like the older Cartier watches that were made in Paris.

 

[Dancing Fire]

Date: 5/10/2008 12:33:30 PM
Author: Lorelei

Me wants Tank Francaise!!

But don''t mind me, get the one you luurve!

my Brit GF...
where is the Patek Philippe that you promise me?.

 

[canuk-gal]

Date: 5/10/2008 4:56:15 PM
Author: Dancing Fire
Sharon
i would take the Rolex. i like the older Cartier watches that were made in Paris.

HI:

I did! Welcome back , DF.

Of course my heart will always be with A. Lange & Sohne, but there is no dealer around these parts. And they are mega bucks at any rate.

DH got the S/S Roadster, silver face. I got the 31mm, Datejust, Roman numeral, Oyster bracelet, Rhodium face. Very happy with my choice--I can see the dial and the date! I will never give up my old dressy diamond Ebel--it is a great compliment to the new one.

cheers--Sharon

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

Too late to edit last post, but wanted to add, that I felt rather strongly that the yellow gold did NOT enhance either the Rolex or Cartier models I looked at! I really liked the one color and so did my DH. Thought the two toned was rather "dated". Is that crazy--as I wore a two toned Concord for ten years--but then again that was mid-eighties. Tastes change!

cheers--Sharon

 

[Dancing Fire]

my wife love this one...

http://www.theluxurybazaar.com/timepieces/webforms/watches/details/watchid_48860_Patek_Philippe__Moon_Phases__4958G___WG___Dark_MOP__4958G.html

 

[canuk-gal]

Hi:

Some Fella bought a PP while we were at the shop today......

I would not turn this one down....

http://www.alange-soehne.com/en/specials/exhibition_2008/intro.php

cheers--Sharon

 

[diamondfan]

Congrats on your watches!!

I do not like the roadster in two tone but got the Cartier Ballon Bleu in two tone and love it! Funny how that can be...

 

[Catmom]

Congrats, Sharon!! I''m glad you got the one you really wanted!

 

[canuk-gal]

Date: 5/10/2008 6:42:55 PM
Author: diamondfan
Congrats on your watches!!

I do not like the roadster in two tone but got the Cartier Ballon Bleu in two tone and love it! Funny how that can be...

HI:

Did you get this, Caroline, when you recently purcahsed your Trinity ring? These models are rather new--and very handsome. I must admit to not being drawn to the Jubillee bracelet--and so many Rolex watches I still see are tis style bracelet and two toned; just not my cuppa I guess!

I hope to see your watch when you take pictures of your new ring!

cheers--Sharon

 

[canuk-gal]

Date: 5/10/2008 7:11:29 PM
Author: Catmom
Congrats, Sharon!! I''m glad you got the one you really wanted!

HI:

Thanks Michelle. Hope you are well!

cheers--Sharon

 

[Skippy123]

Date: 5/10/2008 6:23:58 PM
Author: canuk-gal
Hi:

Some Fella bought a PP while we were at the shop today......

I would not turn this one down....

http://www.alange-soehne.com/en/specials/exhibition_2008/intro.php

cheers--Sharon

hehe, I wouldn''t turn it down either. PP is my dream watch; they are so gorgeous!

Congrats on the new watches!!! Yay

Can''t wait to see pics

 

[jewelerman]

I would pick the Rolex.I really like the look of the Cartier watches but i wouldnt put good watch money into a quart watch.I would also suggest the JLC because its great quality.the old mecanical tank watches by cartier are collectable if you can find them.

 

[diamondfan]

I got the large sized, an automatic. My rolex has the oyster bracelet, not the jubilee. I hated that one from when I was in high school. All the girls had the small two toned Presidential with the jubilee bracelet. I try to be a little different. I also got the 18K white gold pearlmaster with diamonds which is stunning, but heavy and not my daily watch.

 

[Dancing Fire]

Date: 5/10/2008 8:25:10 PM
Author: jewelerman
I would pick the Rolex.I really like the look of the Cartier watches but i wouldnt put good watch money into a quart watch.I would also suggest the JLC because its great quality.the old mecanical tank watches by cartier are collectable if you can find them.

best high end watch for the money.

 

[Imdanny]

Lange in your avatar? Is it yours? I have a JLC Master Ultra Thin.

Watches have gotten bigger (sometimes absurdly big) and they just introduced a large MUT.

Thankfully they kept the original. I would not hesitate to choose a JLC over a Rolex or Cartier.

*I should add I have a Rolex too. Get the Rolex if you want something waterproof and easy to take care of.

Edit: I see you did get a Rolex. Good choice!

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 5/10/2008 5:05:09 PM
Author: Dancing Fire

Date: 5/10/2008 12:33:30 PM
Author: Lorelei



Me wants Tank Francaise!!

But don't mind me, get the one you luurve!

my Brit GF...
where is the Patek Philippe that you promise me?.

I am still saving hard

, but I seem to remember you promised ME a watch - so where is it???

 

[Dancing Fire]

Date: 5/11/2008 6:23:14 AM
Author: Imdanny
Lange in your avatar? Is it yours? I have a JLC Master Ultra Thin.

Watches have gotten bigger (sometimes absurdly big) and they just introduced a large MUT.

Thankfully they kept the original. I would not hesitate to choose a JLC over a Rolex or Cartier.

*I should add I have a Rolex too. Get the Rolex if you want something waterproof and easy to take care of.

Edit: I see you did get a Rolex. Good choice!

yes, bought the Lange 1 four yrs ago and my Rolex day/date in 1992.

wish JLC would make a MP in 18K RG with silver dail and a crystal back.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Dancing Fire, it is delightful to see you here!!!

Congrats on your new watch, Sharon! I tried on Rolexes on Saturday, and I like the 26mm one on me best. But I am still not sure if I want to spend that much on a watch! I thought the ones with rose gold were really pretty, but I am afraid they will be dated.

 

[CareBear]

Date: 5/10/2008 8:25:10 PM
Author: jewelerman
I would pick the Rolex.I really like the look of the Cartier watches but i wouldnt put good watch money into a quart watch.I would also suggest the JLC because its great quality.the old mecanical tank watches by cartier are collectable if you can find them.

My thoughts exactly! I have a Cartier Tank Francaise (small) but will never pay that kinda money for a quartz again. As Diamondfan mentioned, the larger sized Cartiers are automatic but it sounds like you want a small one? I''m not a huge Rolex fan, but between the 2, I would buy the automatic one. It irks me that a lot of brands only make automatics for men and not women.

 

[Libster]

Sharon,
Can't wait for pics of the new watch!!! I love a nice Rolex

mini threadjack

Is that really DF I see posting?!?!? WELCOME BACK!!!! It's great to see you.

 

[canuk-gal]

Date: 5/11/2008 9:38:48 PM
Author: diamondseeker2006
Dancing Fire, it is delightful to see you here!!!

Congrats on your new watch, Sharon! I tried on Rolexes on Saturday, and I like the 26mm one on me best. But I am still not sure if I want to spend that much on a watch! I thought the ones with rose gold were really pretty, but I am afraid they will be dated.

HI:

Thanks DS! My Ebel is 26mm if memory serves, and I altho I have no issues with this size at present, I really feel this bigger Rolex is a watch whose time has come..

...hheheehe bad pun...this watch will be with me for a long while so I don''t feel upset about the cost (I''ve worn my Ebel everyday for almost 8 years and it looks fab and keeps great time).

My DH wear little jewellery so this is a great piece for him.

cheers--Sharon