Which Rolex pieces are considered sports models? One would think of a sub as the classic one, but what about GMT/EXP/YM etc? Interested as to forumers opinion.
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I think sub GMT SD explorer
IMO the yacht master is more of a formal watch than out and out sports
Some ADs speak about the 'professional' range. Which would include the Milgaus. But this is all marketing jargon in the end . I doubt any modern profession relies on mechanical wristwatches. Even a referee!
Surely it is the range of tool watches built for a professional purpose, Sub, SD, GMT, Explorer, Daytona etc, but mainly the SS models. For example a diver doesn't need precious metals or diamonds, so the upper ranges of these models (if that is the correct term) are not tool watches as such.
Milguass
SD
Sub
GMT
Explorer
YM
Daytona
I think that is all the ranges in the section "Oyster Perpetual Professional"
It's just a matter of time...
Yes but what are the models. I don't have a current catalogue to hand and there doesn't appear to be a 'professional' section on the Rolex website either....
EDIT: Just found 'professional' selection on Rolex website: https://www.rolex.com/watches/find-r...fessional.html
Would everything with a numbered bezel with the exclusion of the Turn-o-graph and the inclusion of the Milgauss and Explorer cover it? (Talking about the current range).
I think Rolex would possibly like to include the Air-king also but it was traditionally the entry level non-sports imo.
It's just a matter of time...
The current online Explorer catalogue states "The Explorer was among the first in a series of watches designed specifically by Rolex for professional users."
https://www.rolex.com/watches/explorer/m214270-0003.pdf
To view the Explorer as a non-sports Rolex is silly.
Simple mistake by whoever does their website. Any WIS would know :-)
No love for the Turn-o-graph - I always thought the old ones were pretty sporty.
Ditto the AirKing.
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I was very surprised that the Turn-o-graph is so unpopular ... once I found out it exists, that is. I still think that if I was in the market for a Rolex, a black dial Turn-o-graph is the watch I'd go for. It's go the hands and the dial markers that are my favourite Rolex designs, a red datewheel - is just different enough without being quirky. That said, I also like the Milgauss a lot, but I have to have a timing bezel and date.