Omega vs Rolex

[coopster9]

Personally, the reasons why I bought my Omegas (Aqua T & PO) are because of their aesthetics and pricing. Their solid SS bracelets are also worth mentioning.

At the end of the day, its all about branding. Rolexes are about status symbol. Omegas, I still havent figure out, have you?...probably never will be a status symbol. In fact, its classified under fashion!!

Take a look at the below....

United Brands LLC , Beverly Hills, released its 2009 top 10 list of the highest ranking watch brands in the world.

TOP WATCH BRANDS 2009

Top 10 Watch Brands PREMIUM
1. Patek Philippe
2. Vacheron Constantin
3. A. Lange & Sohne
4. Dubey & Schaldenbrand
5. Maitres du Temps
6. Richard Mille
7. Panerai
8. DeWitt
9. Breguet
10. Harry Winston

Top 10 Watch Brands LUXURY
1. Rolex
2. Cartier
3. Breitling
4. IWC
5. Franck Muller
6. Blancpain
7. Corum
8. GIRARD-PERREGAUX
9. Audemars Piguet
10. Hublot

Top 10 Watch Brands FASHION
1. TAG Heuer
2. Chanel
3. Michele
4. Louis Vuitton
5. Ebel
6. Baume & Mercier
7. Bell & Ross
8. Gucci
9. Omega
10. Movado

Top 10 Watch Brands ENTRY
1. Seiko
2. Tissot
3. Swatch
4. Citizen
5. Longines
6. Bulova
7. Fossil
8. Victorinox Swiss Army
9. ESQ
10. Guess?

Source: google United Brands LLC

[shuseido]

But only 1 of those hold a higher resale value....

Of course, coz u spend much more on that one.

Why such debate nv end one eh?

[larry88]

No offence, but this is like comparing BMW and hmmmm...VW...

[newbie09]

most or all pawn shop will accept both....

But only 1 of those hold a higher resale value....

[lsk005]

Bring a Rolex and a Omega to a pawn shop and see which one they take.

most or all pawn shop will accept both....

[Seventh Son]

Bring a Rolex and a Omega to a pawn shop and see which one they take.

[Keon]

get both!! but if ur forced to choose only one, then of course Rolex! and btw ur asking this in SG ROLEX OWNERS CLUB forum, you can guess what's the replies gonna be hehe

[k00lit]

I'll still go for Rolex watch than Omega.

[tweedledane]

I suggest Rolex. I feel that the Rolex is better made than Omega plus the fact that Rolex is a much more recognized brand than Omega.

[diablow]

My first expensive watch MUST be a rolex. 2nd or more purchases can be other brands to explore....that is, if I have money to throw...

[A.T.]

The Omega speedmaster with Meteorite is nice. Anyone know how much is it. when will it available?

[Anton88]

I have 2 Omegas (Seamaster and Speedmaster) and 1 Rolex (SS Datejust) and I get more "Wow" on the Rolex and the following factors might just be the reasons:

1. Brand Heritage - Rolex has a more "illustrious" brand heritage on account of their more storied and colorful history in products (the image of the Explorer in the North Pole or the Submariner in dives sponsored by the National Geographic) and customers (a case of a self-selection - iconic sports figures, celebrities, politicians, businessmen) who are unpaid endorsers of the brand. Of course, one may claim a more upscale image for higher end brands like Patek Philippe but Rolex is the more "accessible" (in terms of price) and practical (sturdy for everyday wear) luxury watch brand.

2. Watch Craftsmanship - as evidenced by the more solidly constructed feel one gets from a Rolex.

3. Corporate Integrity - unlike Omega which is part of the Swatch group, Rolex, like BMW (vs. Mercedes Benz that got subsumed under Daimler Chrysler), has maintained its independence, solid proof of the success of their product and brand and guaranty of the company's continued long-term creativity and craftsmanship.

[renaissance_myth]

fantastic read.


regards

[taxico]

That was the quote I got from THE ROLEX REPORT book that is sold worldwide. Either that book is wrong or you are wrong, but I will leave it at that. Cheers and good day Sir.

thankfully, i am not wrong.

let me know if you need JB's email address for clarification.

[taxico]

That was the quote I got from THE ROLEX REPORT book that is sold worldwide. Either that book is wrong or you are wrong, but I will leave it at that. Cheers and good day Sir.

john has been known to make a few mistakes even in his sales... i'll clarify this on VRF.

i was born in USA and grew up there, suffice to say i never associated that tag line with any other brand except timex.

but like you said, either i am wrong or the book is wrong.

will keep you posted.