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17 August 2021, 03:50 PM | #1 | |
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Yes, it will be in San Francisco city limits. I’m going to as extreme a level as we can to make us all feel secure at the event, but I can’t comment on statistics regarding car break-ins on a city street. Not sure how to reassure you, but if you’re not driving to The City these days, then this isn’t gonna work for you. On the other hand, if you’re in Sacramento, let me know if there’s things going on more locally. I live in Davis, and would love to cross paths with TRF’ers around here! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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17 August 2021, 04:01 PM | #2 | |
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Yes, for sure! I've only met one other TRF member in the flesh here in the Sacramento area since I first registered for TRF in 2007. I want to change that and meet more collectors, though I doubt my modest watch collection will really catch anyone's attention. If I remember, there was a Sacramento GTG just last year that was organized here on TRF. It happened in January, before the pandemic and was held in Roseville. Unfortunately I didn't make it to that one.
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17 August 2021, 04:52 PM | #3 | |
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If you’ve got any leads as to who was involved in that event, it would be a great start to put together an invite list and see what’s possible. I DO know there was a “RedbarSac” group in Sacrament, so maybe that’s the same folks? Anyway, my energy is going to this SF event now, but let me know if we can do something closer to home - that’ll be fun! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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18 August 2021, 03:16 PM | #4 | |
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I'm originally a Sac native, now in the South Bay so great to see other NorCal enthusiasts on TRF. A shame they are literally down to 1 Rolex AD in Roseville in a decent size metro. |
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19 August 2021, 08:00 AM | #5 |
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UPDATE!
Lots of folks interested, and sending me PM's - - - all good. Still waiting to hear back with a definite from the retailer, but if they won't do it, I'm going to approach a different one. (there's 2 AD's in SF, as you know....) Will keep everyone up to date as developments happen. And for what it's worth, hope to see lots of you on the "Increased Private messaging" After Dark drawing on Sunday. SO much fun, thanks to Steve and our Sponsors!! Thank you!
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1 September 2021, 10:17 AM | #6 | |
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21 August 2021, 03:37 AM | #7 |
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Thanks for all the planning, Bob - I know it takes a lot of work to put these things together!
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21 August 2021, 05:15 PM | #8 | |
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So far, everyone has been very nice, and I've got the info stored, so I can send out a "batch" e-mail once we can get a venue hammered down. Thank you for your patience, and let's make this a really fun event!
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2 September 2021, 07:37 PM | #9 |
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UPDATE, again!
1. Dauster? Thanks for the DM. Hopefully we’ll meet in another occasion. 2. Sorry for the absence of notes - I am still trying to get a confirmation from the local retailer that we can use their space for the GTG. Went in today, and they’re “ checking with corporate” for the approval. Honest, hopefully I’ll have something soon. Keep the 10/23 date free, and your watches wound. We’re still going to make this into a great evening!! Thanks everyone, for your patience. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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3 September 2021, 08:47 AM | #10 |
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u da man Bob and thx for organizing
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3 September 2021, 03:37 PM | #11 |
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Thank you. Very kind! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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19 September 2021, 02:37 PM | #12 |
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Just received the official response from the second retailer in The City - very interested in doing this in the store, with security coverage,…. But can’t do it Oct 23rd.
However, they asked about a date in Dec or Jan ‘22, so I think we’ve got a good chance, and we’ll follow through. Meanwhile, I’ll find a restaurant venue for Oct 23rd - we’ve got way too much interest to let this date go. We’re out of the country right now, but will send private messages out to those who have give me the for October, when we return in 1-2 weeks. Thanks all!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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28 September 2021, 10:38 AM | #13 |
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Just sent out an e-mail to all who expressed interest, and sent me their info.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE write me back (respond to the e-mail), so I have an accurate head-count and can plan the venue and the cost estimate! We want to have a fun event - - with no whiners! Are we all clear on this??
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28 September 2021, 11:24 AM | #14 |
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I just responded to your email, Bob. I'm IN!
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30 September 2021, 08:05 PM | #15 |
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Perfect i would like to join as well
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5 October 2021, 08:42 AM | #16 |
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Just sent out an e-mail to those who are "ON" for 10/23.
To all others who have written me and shared their contact info, we'll try to put on something in Feb '22. More to come!
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6 October 2021, 12:49 AM | #17 |
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Sorry I'm missing this one but will happily join the next get together!
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25 October 2021, 01:35 AM | #18 |
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Great time yesterday, even though very brief on my part (my apologies but kid duty called).
Huge thanks to Bob for organizing and I can't wait for the next one. BTW what did I miss at Tourneau ? |
25 October 2021, 07:31 AM | #19 | |
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Chris? Sorry you had to take off, but I really enjoyed meeting you at Shreve. And that SkyDweller looks great on your wrist... Despite the attrition rate (ended up with a smaller group as the time approached), we were welcomed so warmly at BOTH of the AD's, with champagne and open arms! Lots of the exhibition pieces to play with, and of course plenty of other marques, too! (Looked at Panerai, Vacheron, Tourneau, and Ulysses Nardin). Most of all, I was happy to see the connections being made with the SA's, so that our TRF'ers could know who to call in the future. Great little private place to meet and eat, afterwards, too! Awesome to see the breadth of time-pieces laid out on the table. Some items I'd never seen before (Thanks, Curtis, for the Leonidas - -SO pretty!, and Stan with those Zelos's - - cool!). Let's look forward to February, and perhaps a bigger group, with a more formal lecture at the dealer's. Thank you do ALL who communicated so well. Really helps! Enjoy this rainy weather....
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25 October 2021, 01:42 AM | #20 |
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I will try to make the February GTG. Maybe I’ll be back in my SF office by then.
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25 October 2021, 07:32 AM | #21 |
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Forgot to include the picture!!!
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25 October 2021, 09:02 AM | #22 |
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Looks like a great GTG!!
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25 October 2021, 11:14 AM | #23 |
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A very cool gtg!
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25 October 2021, 11:25 AM | #24 |
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It was a pleasure meeting the TRF members, and the AD managers and SAs at both Shreve's and Tourneau were friendly and engaging. We capped off the evening with a light dinner and "show and tell" at a local cafe.
What a great evening!
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26 October 2021, 04:29 AM | #25 |
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Looks great! Sorry I couldn't join this time around but will definitely be in for February.
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13 November 2021, 01:10 PM | #26 |
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Kicking myself for not checking this thread, would have loved to join on the 25th - any other meetups happening in the Bay Area soon?
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13 November 2021, 01:53 PM | #27 |
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We're kicking around doing another GTG in February.
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7 December 2021, 10:46 AM | #28 |
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I'm in for February! Even better if nice wine is involved.
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7 December 2021, 02:39 PM | #29 |
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Also in for Feb, bummed to have missed the last one.
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8 December 2021, 10:45 AM | #30 |
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I don' remember what we talked about for February but I request it's not the last week as I'll be out of town
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