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davvman · 12 January 2014, 11:37 PM

Hi guys,

I'm David from Germany. I'm a 28 years old phD engineering student, and I just got my first Rolex, which I consider a good time to introduce myself and admit my watchoholism.

As the pictures tell you, the alps are my playground.

Looking forward to having a good time with you guys, David

brandrea · 12 January 2014, 11:38 PM

Hi David, pleased to meet you and welcome!

HL65 · 13 January 2014, 12:14 AM

Welcome to TRF and great shot!

steveclocks · 13 January 2014, 12:18 AM

Welcome to TRF David !
Good taste in watches there. I like them both and it are both classics, if you ask me. Love the Omega Seamaster Chrono you have there, I have the Non-chrono version as a daily beater (regret not having the chrono). And the Rolex (pepsi) GMT..... well done man! Also a good choice as a first Rolex

davvman · 13 January 2014, 01:21 AM

Thank you, everyone!
Sometimes I happen to think the other way around about my chrono. The guy is pretty bulky in height and a true heavy weight, but I wouldn't wanna get rid of it. It's a nice counter part to the lovely GMT.

steveclocks · 13 January 2014, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davvman

Thank you, everyone!
Sometimes I happen to think the other way around about my chrono. The guy is pretty bulky in height and a true heavy weight, but I wouldn't wanna get rid of it. It's a nice counter part to the lovely GMT.

glad to hear you say it. I love a watch to have a certain weight, it's a + for me

And you must admit the Omega seamaster looks good and can take a beating ! I think you have a perfect duo there to start your collection with

Urosfan · 13 January 2014, 01:51 AM

Welcome

Cc1966 · 13 January 2014, 01:52 AM

Welcome aboard David!

davvman · 13 January 2014, 02:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steveclocks

glad to hear you say it. I love a watch to have a certain weight, it's a + for me

And you must admit the Omega seamaster can take a beating !

No shit! I was climbing and hiking several times with it, and it definitely took some serious blows, went >14,000ft, went to the sauna, did pretty much everything with the watch, and still runs with +-0s, while the crystal is still flawless. Great quality, therefore.
I won't expose the Rolex to equally rough situations, though.

Sincerely, David

steveclocks · 13 January 2014, 03:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davvman

No shit! I was climbing and hiking several times with it, and it definitely took some serious blows, went >14,000ft, went to the sauna, did pretty much everything with the watch, and still runs with +-0s, while the crystal is still flawless. Great quality, therefore.
I won't expose the Rolex to equally rough situations, though.

Sincerely, David

It's normal that you will be a bit more careful with your new Rolex GMT David. But I can tell you that your GMT can take some hard work too! It's definitely a toolwatch, so enjoy it.

Audemars Piguet · 13 January 2014, 05:53 AM

Welcome

Hairdude1 · 13 January 2014, 12:39 PM

Welcome

sea-dweller · 13 January 2014, 03:21 PM

Welcome!

davvman · 14 January 2014, 06:49 PM

The GMT is so pretty pretty with all its cute little details compared to the omega. If it was a human, it would be a little girl. And the Omega would be her pumped up, scarred big brother.

davvman · 14 January 2014, 06:50 PM

I myself feel bit like a girl ever since ^^

Exclusivewatches · 14 January 2014, 06:55 PM

Nice watch collection, the Omega was my first one back in the days. Welcome to TRF!

padi56 · 15 January 2014, 08:59 PM

Welcome to TRF.

davvman · 27 January 2014, 04:43 AM

As many people write about their first contact, I wanna share mine, too.
Whenever somebody gave me a watch when I was a kid, I wore it for a couple of weeks, whereafter I forgot about the watch forever. I'm a pretty messy dude, anyway, so I simply forgot putting them on and, finally, about the watch.
So I didn't give a dm about watches until 2012.
Somebody I don't really like came in with a 16600 Sea Dweller around his wrist (which at that time I din't know; not even the Rolex design, I just noticed the watch because I care about things). My first question: "Is this an actual Rolex?". I was thinking wtf; expensive watches ain't tradition in my family. He told me a lot of bullshit about the watch and brand. He always tells bullshit about everything; lot of fairy-tale content.
Anyhow, something happend to me.
Then everything started. I gave it a first shot with the crappy Omega watch in order to see, whether the watch thing is for me or not. And it turned out to be.
So nothing spectecular. I still can't explain why I spend ridiculously much money on watches and can't quit, but I'm OK with it.

I hope you can sense irony in this post, when I mean it.

D

dysondiver · 27 January 2014, 04:46 AM

welcome to the forum ,, once the bug bites ,, theres no cure ,,, your an addict. enjoy.

subtona · 27 January 2014, 05:03 AM

welcome!

MonBK · 27 January 2014, 05:15 AM

Welcome

Brushpup · 27 January 2014, 11:15 PM

Welcome Sir,

You're in very good company here. Plenty of us love sharing in our addiction.

davvman · 28 January 2014, 08:43 AM

Thank you

Nitedeuce · 28 January 2014, 05:01 PM

Love the Alps, and your shot with the rope was excellent. I wonder if you will get the Explorer bug before long (this place will help you with that). Welcome to TRF!

davvman · 28 January 2014, 08:45 PM

I already have. Love the X-II
Have been attracted to the 216570 big time, but back when I put the 16710 on for the first time, I knew what Rolex is about.
However, I still want the ExII.

77T · 1 February 2014, 01:26 PM

Welcome to TRF!

Rags · 2 February 2014, 10:09 AM

Welcome

vitalsignsrn · 3 February 2014, 02:14 PM

Welcome...

davvman · 25 November 2014, 12:37 AM

Psmith · 25 November 2014, 03:14 AM

Nice

12 January 2014, 11:37 PM	#1
davvman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 47	Hey there Hi guys, I'm David from Germany. I'm a 28 years old phD engineering student, and I just got my first Rolex, which I consider a good time to introduce myself and admit my watchoholism. As the pictures tell you, the alps are my playground. Looking forward to having a good time with you guys, David

13 January 2014, 12:14 AM	#3
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steveclocks "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Geert Location: Belgium Watch: rolex/JLC/panerai Posts: 5,612	Welcome to TRF David ! Good taste in watches there. I like them both and it are both classics, if you ask me. Love the Omega Seamaster Chrono you have there, I have the Non-chrono version as a daily beater (regret not having the chrono). And the Rolex (pepsi) GMT..... well done man! Also a good choice as a first Rolex

13 January 2014, 01:21 AM	#5
davvman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 47	Thank you, everyone! Sometimes I happen to think the other way around about my chrono. The guy is pretty bulky in height and a true heavy weight, but I wouldn't wanna get rid of it. It's a nice counter part to the lovely GMT.

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14 January 2014, 06:49 PM	#14
davvman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 47	The GMT is so pretty pretty with all its cute little details compared to the omega. If it was a human, it would be a little girl. And the Omega would be her pumped up, scarred big brother.

14 January 2014, 06:50 PM	#15
davvman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 47	I myself feel bit like a girl ever since ^^

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Exclusivewatches Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: N/A Location: Antwerpen Watch: ING MY WIFE Posts: 734	Nice watch collection, the Omega was my first one back in the days. Welcome to TRF!

27 January 2014, 04:43 AM	#18
davvman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 47	As many people write about their first contact, I wanna share mine, too. Whenever somebody gave me a watch when I was a kid, I wore it for a couple of weeks, whereafter I forgot about the watch forever. I'm a pretty messy dude, anyway, so I simply forgot putting them on and, finally, about the watch. So I didn't give a dm about watches until 2012. Somebody I don't really like came in with a 16600 Sea Dweller around his wrist (which at that time I din't know; not even the Rolex design, I just noticed the watch because I care about things). My first question: "Is this an actual Rolex?". I was thinking wtf; expensive watches ain't tradition in my family. He told me a lot of bullshit about the watch and brand. He always tells bullshit about everything; lot of fairy-tale content. Anyhow, something happend to me. Then everything started. I gave it a first shot with the crappy Omega watch in order to see, whether the watch thing is for me or not. And it turned out to be. So nothing spectecular. I still can't explain why I spend ridiculously much money on watches and can't quit, but I'm OK with it. I hope you can sense irony in this post, when I mean it. D

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davvman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 47	I already have. Love the X-II Have been attracted to the 216570 big time, but back when I put the 16710 on for the first time, I knew what Rolex is about. However, I still want the ExII.

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