Naaah. Can't afford it.

Apr 17, 2011,00:41 AM
 


I have to rationalize my collection, a bit...

But I would love to get at least one.

Best,

Nicolas.

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The Rolex Prince- a personal journey

 
 By: watch-guy.com : April 16th, 2011-22:34
The Prince, one of Rolexes iconic pieces dates from the early 1930’s.It was always a piece I lusted after when I started collecting vintage watches. I saw these beautiful rectangular pieces in the catalogues and thought that one day I would have one in my...  

Superb post!

 
 By: amanico : April 16th, 2011-23:22
Thanks a lot for posting something very different from what we're used to see, here, in the Rolex Forum. These are stunning and beautiful watches. I had the priviledge to see one in the flesh, yesterday, in superb condition: The 2d from the right. I staye... 

Stayed "stuck"?

 
 By: TdotBean : April 17th, 2011-00:32
A new thema, my friend? Best Tyler

Naaah. Can't afford it.

 
 By: amanico : April 17th, 2011-00:41
I have to rationalize my collection, a bit... But I would love to get at least one. Best, Nicolas.

Wow! I just check the price ...

 
 By: TdotBean : April 17th, 2011-02:18
My god! The good ones are almost the same as a DRSD. Some cost more! A M.N. is almost a bargain compare to these bancard. I'll stick with my double crown Best Tyler

Exactly my point...

 
 By: amanico : April 17th, 2011-02:22
I missed the train, some 10 years ago... As for the M.N, any news about this dial, Tyler? I'm reallly curious to read what you found. Best, Nicolas. This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-04-17 02:23:22

Brilliant post - loved the interplay of your personal journey

 
 By: 219 : April 18th, 2011-03:10
with knowledge of the watches. I learned a great deal and I learned through your experience. Always loved the vintage Rolex Prince models. ALMOST pulled the trigger once - found a silver case, standard dial model still in the original box in a dealer in L... 

Great post. I love the Prince Brancard Tiger stripe as well.

 
 By: SJX : April 18th, 2011-06:46
And will get a specimen one day. Rolex Prince and Bubbleback were once incredibly valuable, in the 80s and 90s, thanks to Japanese collectors. Did you start collecting after the bubble burst? - SJX

If only- bought my first BB at the height of the craze

 
 By: watch-guy.com : April 18th, 2011-07:23
nearly 20 yrs ago might be able to sell it for a similar amount today! Princes have been collected along the way but fortunately spread over 15 years, however I have learnt that for a decent ( read all original Prince) the prices are still quite high. Tha... 

Breaking even in 20 years

 
 By: SJX : April 18th, 2011-21:55
that's not too bad for a watch. ;-) Beautiful collection you have nonetheless, especially the Tiger Stripe prince. - SJX

OutSTANDING

 
 By: GLADIATOR : April 19th, 2011-02:48
Fantastic post and FANTASTIC collection. Maybe the best collection I have ever seen. well Done. I have a pretty unique and outstanding collection of vintage Rolex's from 1929. Including the 'rarest of the rare' a mint Rolex Didactic from 1933. But NO prin... 

wonderful post with superb collection...

 
 By: FanFrancisco : April 19th, 2011-08:09
... have long heard of Rolex Prince watches, but never seen such great collection, ike all these watches, especially both Tiger striped Prince and Jump Hour watches caught my eye most. enjoyed reading your story and thanks for offering us opportunity of s... 

Some posts take your breath away.......this is one of them :)

 
 By: Miranda : April 20th, 2011-14:41
When it comes to vintage, superlative vintage that is, you are indeed the watch guy fantastic, collection and thanks for sharing it with us. The very best to you Imran

Super post

 
 By: Nomer : April 21st, 2011-03:11
I have always found the Prince to be charming (so to speak) and I give Rolex kudos for continuing to produce it, along with the Milgauss, despite the mainstream popularity of other models. Your educational post and focussed collection on the Prince has re... 

Nicely done.?

 
 By: Davo : April 21st, 2011-05:34
Certainly enlightened me on the range and history. Cheers.

great post and superb collection Julian

 
 By: dreamer8 : April 23rd, 2011-00:25
You should bring at least one in rotation to the melbourne watchband GTG's so we can look and admire.

Definitely at the next GTG

 
 By: watch-guy.com : April 23rd, 2011-20:54
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an intriguing read

 
 By: playtime : April 24th, 2011-19:45
a very rich history.... thx for sharing J