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KBM · 5 January 2022, 08:55 AM

*Disclaimer: this is going to be a long one - for a TLDR version and just the incoming, go on and scroll to the end.

How does one become a watch aficionado? When you start down this path, there is no telling all the watches you'll experience, wildly different people you'll meet, exotic places you'll travel to, friends for life that you'll make and all the incredible moments that you'll live because of the hobby and your love for horology.

It's been 12 years since I registered on TRF and, 10,000 posts later, I'm taken by a feeling of gratitude for everything this amazing place has allowed me to experience. I've met some incredible people both online and in person, acquired a treasure chest of knowledge, which keeps growing every time I log on, and shared the joy of countless incomings of friends and forum mates. I've also discovered, developed and matured my own taste in watches, through much trial and error, but also by listening and learning from all of you.

Finally, moderating and keeping a forum such as this up and running smoothly is a herculean task - as well as usually thankless - so I'd also like to take this moment to show my recognition to our TRF mods and to Steve - you guys are rockstars!

Over all this time, a lot has changed in the watch world. Sadly, many of the brands and models we all know and love have (momentarily, as we would like to hope) became so called assets, fungible commodities, and collectors no more than consumers. In this supply and demand driven universe, the mercantile nature of the relationships formed leave little to be appreciated in the way of creating life experiences to accompany the acquisition of a special piece.

There still are, however, brands that promote the love of horology above all else. They treat their products like art and their collectors like family. For some brands, not only is the material object exceptional in all respects, but the respect and care shown to its collectors remind you of what the relationships in this hobby *should* be all about.

This is a piece that was a long, long time in the making for me. When the model was first launched, over 10 years ago, it was something completely removed from my reality, but as chance would have it, I became ready for it just as the very last unit of the metal I wanted was available in one of the brand's few ADs.

So, after many zoom calls and with the help of some amazing friends over in the US, the deal was closed and this grail came to be. I can't think of a better one to celebrate 10k posts here and all the journey has represented so far.

Thank you for all these years, TRF. Here's to the next 10,000 posts.

7sins · 5 January 2022, 09:02 AM

Absolutely gorgeous, congrats on the new acquisition!

PhilLynott · 5 January 2022, 09:35 AM

Great post and even better watch! Congrats across the board!

enjoythemusic · 5 January 2022, 10:48 AM

Ya know what I love about your post?!?!?
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PJTull · 5 January 2022, 10:50 AM

New to this forum and already have the bug. Looking forward to my journey to 10,000! Happy New Year

rlj676 · 5 January 2022, 10:51 AM

Beautiful. Congrats!

Andad · 5 January 2022, 11:02 AM

Hi K,

Congratulations on your first 10k posts.

Mojon and Voutilainen with MB&F made an amazing watch.

I really like the vertical power reserve indicator and that 14mm balance wheel is a work of art.

Most can only aspire to owning one especially in Pt.

Enjoy wearing it while posting your next 10000.

E.

yoast · 5 January 2022, 11:15 AM

Awesome!

psv · 5 January 2022, 11:35 AM

Congrats on the milestones!

Justindo · 5 January 2022, 12:03 PM

You're an asset to this forum and a post like this showcases that. We appreciate your well written sentiments. Congratulations on that amazing acquisition!

JayHantz · 5 January 2022, 12:05 PM

What an awesome post, an awesome 10k milestone, and AN AMAZING INCOMING! That thing is just beautiful on your wrist. Glad to have you here, and looking forward to 10k more posts! Happy New Year and Happy New Watch!

SoylentGreenChi · 5 January 2022, 12:16 PM

Wow, what an MB&F! Congratulations and Happy New Year!

Jay (Eire) · 5 January 2022, 12:48 PM

That’s is a truly epic marker to celebrate the journey so far. Amazing.

On to the next 10K !

uniqueMR · 5 January 2022, 01:02 PM

Congrats :)

nyc2la · 5 January 2022, 03:10 PM

Huge congratulations! What a fantastic way to celebrate your journey and your 10,000th post!

SeeDweller · 5 January 2022, 03:23 PM

Beautiful piece!
And it looks great on you….
“Wear it in good health”! These days, that’s really what matters, eh?

All the best!!!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

crod · 5 January 2022, 03:32 PM

Congratulations!!!! A great watch!!!

Andad · 5 January 2022, 03:46 PM

I found an interesting video on your watch.

https://youtu.be/lF6TA-iXbQY

mps354 · 5 January 2022, 04:46 PM

Great watch, great post, great member. Congrats!

danwang0520 · 5 January 2022, 05:01 PM

fantastic watch.......thanks for sharing

soho · 5 January 2022, 05:41 PM

Congrats Kaue! Great 10K post by one of the great TRF members.

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

SeeDweller · 5 January 2022, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Andad

I found an interesting video on your watch.

https://youtu.be/lF6TA-iXbQY

Terrific video!!
Makes me interested in a brand to which I’ve never given much thought.
Very magical……

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

brandrea · 5 January 2022, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andad

I found an interesting video on your watch.

https://youtu.be/lF6TA-iXbQY

Thanks a lot for posting this Eddie

brandrea · 5 January 2022, 09:33 PM

Kaue, congratulations on 10000 posts, and to many many more

You’re an original (so to speak) and I always look forward to your posts and hearing your thoughtful insights here on the forum.

Congratulations on the new MB&F, it looks like it was made for you my friend

BLACKHORSE 6 · 5 January 2022, 10:14 PM

Congrats!

Cru Jones · 5 January 2022, 10:19 PM

Many congrats!! Thank you for sharing, thanks for your post and thanks for all your contributions over the years.

1William · 5 January 2022, 10:34 PM

Congratulations.

Dan Pierce · 5 January 2022, 11:36 PM

Congrats on all of it, my friend! The watch

, the TRF journey

, & the 10K

. You've always been a great asset to this forum.

Enjoy that horological beauty.

dP

KBM · 6 January 2022, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 7sins

Absolutely gorgeous, congrats on the new acquisition!

Thanks a lot, Bryan!

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Originally Posted by PhilLynott

Great post and even better watch! Congrats across the board!

Thank you!

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Ya know what I love about your post?!?!?
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Thanks, Steven! Just saw that you've ordered a LM 101, congrats to you too! So great to see MB&F being embraced by the collector community. Max and the brand represent so much of what seems to be missing these days.

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Originally Posted by PJTull

New to this forum and already have the bug. Looking forward to my journey to 10,000! Happy New Year

Thank you, PJ, and welcome to the forum! I'm sure you'll find that there is no better place to talk watches anywhere.

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Originally Posted by rlj676

Beautiful. Congrats!

Many thanks!

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Originally Posted by Andad

Hi K,

Congratulations on your first 10k posts.

Mojon and Voutilainen with MB&F made an amazing watch.

I really like the vertical power reserve indicator and that 14mm balance wheel is a work of art.

Most can only aspire to owning one especially in Pt.

Enjoy wearing it while posting your next 10000.

E.

Thank you very much, Eddie! They sure did an unbelievable job. I remember the first time I saw the images of the LM1, it simply blew me away. Having one on the wrist is still a bit surreal.

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Originally Posted by yoast

Awesome!

Thank you!

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Originally Posted by psv

Congrats on the milestones!

Thanks much!

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Originally Posted by Justindo

You're an asset to this forum and a post like this showcases that. We appreciate your well written sentiments. Congratulations on that amazing acquisition!

Thank you so much for the kind words. It's been an absolute pleasure to be on TRF all this time and hope to enjoy everyone's company for many more years!

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Originally Posted by JayHantz

What an awesome post, an awesome 10k milestone, and AN AMAZING INCOMING! That thing is just beautiful on your wrist. Glad to have you here, and looking forward to 10k more posts! Happy New Year and Happy New Watch!

Thanks a lot, Jonathan! Much appreciated! Happy New Year!

KBM · 6 January 2022, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by SoylentGreenChi

Wow, what an MB&F! Congratulations and Happy New Year!

Many thanks!

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Originally Posted by Jay (Eire)

That’s is a truly epic marker to celebrate the journey so far. Amazing.

On to the next 10K !

Couldn't agree more, Jay, still can't believe it. Thank you!

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Originally Posted by uniqueMR

Congrats :)

Thanks a lot!

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

Huge congratulations! What a fantastic way to celebrate your journey and your 10,000th post!

Thank you, Stephen! I've had the pleasure of enjoying the pictures of all the breathtaking watches you've posted over the years, so your words mean a lot!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeeDweller

Beautiful piece!
And it looks great on you….
“Wear it in good health”! These days, that’s really what matters, eh?

All the best!!!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Couldn't agree more, Bob! Health to enjoy what we love is more important than ever. Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by crod

Congratulations!!!! A great watch!!!

Thanks a lot!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andad

I found an interesting video on your watch.

https://youtu.be/lF6TA-iXbQY

Thanks a lot for the link, Eddie. That's a great video, I watched it many times while dreaming about this piece!

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Originally Posted by mps354

Great watch, great post, great member. Congrats!

Thank you very much, Mike!

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Originally Posted by danwang0520

fantastic watch.......thanks for sharing

Thanks, Daniel!

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Originally Posted by soho

Congrats Kaue! Great 10K post by one of the great TRF members.

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Thank you for the kind words, my friend!

5 January 2022, 08:55 AM	#1
KBM 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,444	10,000 reasons to be grateful - A recap of my last 10 years on TRF and a Grail Disclaimer: this is going to be a long one - for a TLDR version and just the incoming, go on and scroll to the end. How does one become a watch aficionado? When you start down this path, there is no telling all the watches you'll experience, wildly different people you'll meet, exotic places you'll travel to, friends for life that you'll make and all the incredible moments that you'll live because of the hobby and your love for horology. It's been 12 years since I registered on TRF and, 10,000 posts later, I'm taken by a feeling of gratitude for everything this amazing place has allowed me to experience. I've met some incredible people both online and in person, acquired a treasure chest of knowledge, which keeps growing every time I log on, and shared the joy of countless incomings of friends and forum mates. I've also discovered, developed and matured my own taste in watches, through much trial and error, but also by listening and learning from all of you. Finally, moderating and keeping a forum such as this up and running smoothly is a herculean task - as well as usually thankless - so I'd also like to take this moment to show my recognition to our TRF mods and to Steve - you guys are rockstars! Over all this time, a lot has changed in the watch world. Sadly, many of the brands and models we all know and love have (momentarily, as we would like to hope) became so called assets, fungible commodities, and collectors no more than consumers. In this supply and demand driven universe, the mercantile nature of the relationships formed leave little to be appreciated in the way of creating life experiences to accompany the acquisition of a special piece. There still are, however, brands that promote the love of horology above all else. They treat their products like art and their collectors like family. For some brands, not only is the material object exceptional in all respects, but the respect and care shown to its collectors remind you of what the relationships in this hobby should* be all about. This is a piece that was a long, long time in the making for me. When the model was first launched, over 10 years ago, it was something completely removed from my reality, but as chance would have it, I became ready for it just as the very last unit of the metal I wanted was available in one of the brand's few ADs. So, after many zoom calls and with the help of some amazing friends over in the US, the deal was closed and this grail came to be. I can't think of a better one to celebrate 10k posts here and all the journey has represented so far. Thank you for all these years, TRF. Here's to the next 10,000 posts.

5 January 2022, 09:02 AM	#2
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,562	Absolutely gorgeous, congrats on the new acquisition! __________________ Richard Mille RG RM030 \|\| Richard Mille RM72ti \|\| AP 26240 50TH Green Royal Oak Chrono \|\| AP Royal Oak Off Shore Gulf Blue 26238 \|\| AP Royal Oak Blue JUMBO SS 15202ST \|\| AP ROO Diver Green 15720ST \|\| ♕ Rolex Platinum Daytona Diamond 116506 \|\| Cartier Santos

5 January 2022, 09:35 AM	#3
PhilLynott "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Illinois Watch: Breguet marine Posts: 775	Great post and even better watch! Congrats across the board! __________________ Breguet 5547BB Marine Alarm, 7067 Tradition, 7037 Tradition, 5817 Marine Black, Blue, Silver Patek Philippe 5134P, 5205G-013 Omega NTTD Seamaster Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Complete Calendar Glashutte Original PanomaticLunar

5 January 2022, 10:48 AM	#4
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 20,819	Ya know what I love about your post?!?!? . . . . . . . . . . . Everything __________________ __________________ Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

5 January 2022, 11:02 AM	#7
Andad 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,427	Hi K, Congratulations on your first 10k posts. Mojon and Voutilainen with MB&F made an amazing watch. I really like the vertical power reserve indicator and that 14mm balance wheel is a work of art. Most can only aspire to owning one especially in Pt. Enjoy wearing it while posting your next 10000. E. __________________ E

5 January 2022, 10:50 AM	#5
PJTull "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Real Name: PJ Location: Monterey CA Watch: I have more than 1 Posts: 2	New to this forum and already have the bug. Looking forward to my journey to 10,000! Happy New Year

5 January 2022, 10:51 AM	#6
rlj676 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: detroit Posts: 534	Beautiful. Congrats!

5 January 2022, 11:15 AM	#8
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,283	Awesome! __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

5 January 2022, 11:35 AM	#9
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Congrats on the milestones!

5 January 2022, 12:03 PM	#10
Justindo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: California Posts: 2,176	You're an asset to this forum and a post like this showcases that. We appreciate your well written sentiments. Congratulations on that amazing acquisition!

5 January 2022, 12:05 PM	#11
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,844	What an awesome post, an awesome 10k milestone, and AN AMAZING INCOMING! That thing is just beautiful on your wrist. Glad to have you here, and looking forward to 10k more posts! Happy New Year and Happy New Watch!

5 January 2022, 12:16 PM	#12
SoylentGreenChi "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: États-Unis Watch: Patek Posts: 934	Wow, what an MB&F! Congratulations and Happy New Year!

5 January 2022, 12:48 PM	#13
Jay (Eire) 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: @jb.watching Location: NYC Posts: 1,486	That’s is a truly epic marker to celebrate the journey so far. Amazing. On to the next 10K !

5 January 2022, 01:02 PM	#14
uniqueMR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,706	Congrats :) __________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss

5 January 2022, 03:10 PM	#15
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,375	Huge congratulations! What a fantastic way to celebrate your journey and your 10,000th post! __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

5 January 2022, 03:23 PM	#16
SeeDweller 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Bob Location: NorCal Watch: PP 5167 (traitor!) Posts: 1,754	Beautiful piece! And it looks great on you…. “Wear it in good health”! These days, that’s really what matters, eh? All the best!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ . Blessed with SO many beautiful baubles, and only TWO wrists on which to wear them! ... and we're still trying to scratch that itch!....

5 January 2022, 03:32 PM	#17
crod 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: - Watch: FPJ OPTIMUM Posts: 163	Congratulations!!!! A great watch!!!

5 January 2022, 03:46 PM	#18
Andad 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,427	I found an interesting video on your watch. https://youtu.be/lF6TA-iXbQY __________________ E

5 January 2022, 04:46 PM	#19
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,084	Great watch, great post, great member. Congrats!

5 January 2022, 05:01 PM	#20
danwang0520 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Daniel Location: Taipei, Taiwan Watch: my signature Posts: 2,684	fantastic watch.......thanks for sharing

5 January 2022, 05:41 PM	#21
soho 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Planet Earth Watch: Varies Posts: 2,053	Congrats Kaue! Great 10K post by one of the great TRF members. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

5 January 2022, 09:33 PM	#24
brandrea 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,352	Kaue, congratulations on 10000 posts, and to many many more You’re an original (so to speak) and I always look forward to your posts and hearing your thoughtful insights here on the forum. Congratulations on the new MB&F, it looks like it was made for you my friend

5 January 2022, 10:14 PM	#25
BLACKHORSE 6 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: Rolex SS Daytona Posts: 2,671	Congrats!

5 January 2022, 10:19 PM	#26
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,180	Many congrats!! Thank you for sharing, thanks for your post and thanks for all your contributions over the years.

5 January 2022, 10:34 PM	#27
1William 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,279	Congratulations.

5 January 2022, 11:36 PM	#28
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,103	Congrats on all of it, my friend! The watch, the TRF journey, & the 10K. You've always been a great asset to this forum. Enjoy that horological beauty. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

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