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First Rolex, any precautions ?
Hello there,
I'm about to buy my first Rolex (DJ36, smooth Jubilee, from Bucherer), and was wondering what precautions should I take when wearing it. Of course It depends on the location, I live in Paris, but I heard it can be risky in London, Barcelona too, no idea in the US (NY especially). Switzerland seems safe. I can travel for work at these locations. For info, I work in Finance, suit attire. Should I leave the box and papers at a bank's safe? Only wear the watch with long sleeves ? Or Not to travel with it in the summer ? Maybe should I add an insurance contrat on it ? Thanks for your input, I'm sure your answers will be useful , as always ![]() I will not pretend to be Captain America here, if I get targeted by a crew with a gun or get beat up for it, I would rather avoid it. |
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Precautions? Only one: try not to get addicted. Other than that, have fun.
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Never wear it outside …
Wait till it’s pitch black outside and then, with a mahoosive coat on, go for a quick walk, but make sure you constantly check behind and in front of you … Get two rolls of selotape and make sure it’s totally covered so not to scratch it .. Never wear if it’s 100 degrees outside … In jest, my friend wear and enjoy, you have chosen wisely and now is the time to relax and enjoy a Rolex .. ![]() ![]()
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Don’t overthink it and just enjoy the watch.
Most major cities are safe, particularly in the daytime. Don’t flaunt the watch or any jewelry for that matter. If you’re not comfortable, don’t wear it or cover with sleeves. |
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I get insurance for sticker price and then just wear them.
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Dude dig up weeds in my rose bed with mine on. I swim, I hunt, I wrestle with my kids, I go shooting....Basically I always wear mine. The first time some stranger comments on your rolex when you are on a trip might freak you out, but unless you are just wanting it as an investment piece(buy NVDA instead) wear that sucker.
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[QUOTE=Harry-57;13375047]Precautions? Only one: try not to get addicted. Other than that, have fun.
This is the biggest danger in starting to collect watches. Like Pringles you can't have just 1. |
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Wear it and enjoy. Scratches add character.
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Just came back from trip to the EU. Barcelona, Toulouse, San Sebastian, Pisa, Florence, Madrid, Bordeaux.
Was wearing 41 DJ on Jubilee and Rose Gold Daytona. No one cares. Just enjoy your watches. If too concerned - insure them. If you don't wear them - don't buy them. |
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Don't drop it on hard surfaces.
Don't do car maintenance with your watch on. No welding !! Rock climbing...... be careful. Do not swim greater than the rated depth. Don't lend it to your friend....... he's sketchy. ![]()
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Congrats! Insure it and enjoy your watch. Just be aware of your surroundings (like normal).
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Get it insured. just hide it with long sleeve.
You will be fine if careful.
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Buy it and enjoy it would be my recommendation. If you overthink it you’d never wear it
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Insurance is reassurance.
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Avoid les banlieues )))
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Just use common sense.
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Congrats on the watch, wear it and enjoy it. It’s a lovely piece. Just be alert and aware of surroundings like you would normally be.
All Rolexes will have a ‘street’ value to criminals but I would say your piece would be less desirable than something with more hype and potentially much easier to flip. |
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And if you're worried about loss or theft, insure it. Most of all, enjoy your watch! |
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Whatever you do, do not take it diving!
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Sure - If you want to keep it nice, don’t keep toddlers at home.
They are generally covered in zips and poppers and enjoy climbing and wrestling. They move suddenly and unpredictably and will randomly and violently assault you with no warning. They also like to pick things up and throw them. iPhones, car keys and watches are apparently ideal for this game. (He says typing on a cracked screen…) |
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Wear it and enjoy it. I insure my watches but that’s your decision.
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Just use basic common sense and "street awareness" and you will be fine.
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I would avoid wearing it doing heavy exercise, labor or working around or with steel tools. You should also develop a spatial sense of where the watch is, meaning, don't swing your arms through a door jamb or near a concrete wall, type stuff.
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Thanks guys, appreciated all messages
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Insure it and wear it.
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