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lyktestolpe · Yesterday, 05:02 AM

So I’ve decided to leave my Sub at home for the first time while traveling, on vacation in Rome. Gonna visit all the famous tourist places around town.
Time to put the old G-Shock to work!

Am I getting older and sceptical or older and wiser

brandrea · Yesterday, 05:08 AM

Good decision. If you aren’t comfortable wearing it, then it’s best to leave it at home.

My wife and I travel to Italy every other year and we always spend at least 3 days in Rome. I usually wear my BLRO

You’ll see people wearing Rolex all over the city.

Gerardus · Yesterday, 05:35 AM

Smart move!

Goose 104 · Yesterday, 05:39 AM

Yes best to be relaxed and not anxious about watches on holiday. Last time I went to Rome I wore a Tudor and it was fine but definitely have to be careful

Sublovin · Yesterday, 05:50 AM

I have a Tudor Pelagos on a NATO strap that I have been wearing on vacations for several years, with a few exceptions. It’s a super practical vacation watch and I really enjoy it.

APhound · Yesterday, 06:05 AM

Whenever I’ve done that I’ve missed having a nice watch and bought one.. so no I wouldn’t recommend it haha

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4 Aussies · Yesterday, 06:08 AM

Smart move!

996marty · Yesterday, 06:09 AM

You do the right thing although I am a little disappointed that we aren’t being asked if it’s safe to wear your favourite timepiece out in public. Enjoy the trip I’m sure you’ll have a great time

goldboy · Yesterday, 08:43 AM

It's absolutely your decision and that's fine. I personally make sure to wear a Rolex when I go abroad, especially to Europe. I love enjoying a nice watch while out and about, or out for dinner, by the beach etc...

Italy is full of Rolex wearers, you just need to be aware of your surroundings.

jb335 · Yesterday, 11:13 AM

Sad story

I’ve been all over that country in a SS Daytona

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billee · Yesterday, 11:16 AM

Just got back from Italy and spent time in Rome. Had no problem wearing my sub or DD.

Old Expat Beast · Yesterday, 11:17 AM

G-Shock will probably be more useful anyway.

adawil2002 · Yesterday, 11:35 AM

This past May we toured Italy for 14 days, Venice, Florence, Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri & back to Rome.

Wore & wear my BLNR daily. Met a woman who worked at Chopard, waiting on the boat back to Sorrento.

I've worn a Rolex every day for 36 years without a second thought.

Learned a long time ago, nobody cares about your watch. The only ones who notice are the others who appreciate watches & no one will say anything but those who know already know.

Best advice, don't let anyone know where you are or when you are until you aren't where you were & back from whence you had been & home again at some other time. If no one on any social forum knows your plans, you may be a thievery target.

Scammers & thieves are opportunists no matter where you are.

MRBolton · Yesterday, 12:47 PM

My driver from Naples to Sorrento told me to not wear my gold Daytona in Naples and I think mentioned Rome, too. He even told me to not wear it when returning to the Naples airport. This was unsolicited advice and I thought a bit overkill.
It's been 5 years since I've been to Rome, and I wore a ceramic Speedmaster without a care in the world. I think theft has gotten worse since.
I think you're making the right call if it would be a stressor for you.

1st amg · Yesterday, 12:55 PM

We travel to Italy often over the years. I have always brought a Rolex with me. I think only one time I didn’t, I brought a Panerai. I would miss not having a nice watch on my travels. Never had an issue.

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BraveBold · Yesterday, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lyktestolpe

So I’ve decided to leave my Sub at home for the first time while traveling, on vacation in Rome. Gonna visit all the famous tourist places around town.
Time to put the old G-Shock to work!

Am I getting older and sceptical or older and wiser

Key words “tourist places”… smart move on your part.

Not sure I would’ve gone straight to G shock but I certainly would choose something in the lower four digits rather than a Rolex.

Tbird · Yesterday, 02:49 PM

Just take the Submariner, I took my new Datejust 2 years ago to Rome, visited all the famous places, no danger and no regrets (tshirt weather). Just nice stories to remember with the watch!

alllexandru · Yesterday, 03:29 PM

Rome is safe, Italians are all over with Rolexes and tourist.
Generally speaking beside some cities already mentioned, Europe is safe.
Definitely Italy is OK ;)

Sergio_UKR · Yesterday, 08:38 PM

Insure it and wear whenever you want with a peace of mind.

Watches are meant to be enjoyed, not sitting in the closet.

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mrmoto88 · Yesterday, 08:45 PM

Hong Kong & Japan fine, too.
Have always worn a nice watch travelling to the Far East, including PP as well.
They are insured for peace of mind, but never felt at risk in those places

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travisb · Yesterday, 09:08 PM

Enjoy your trip!

1William · Yesterday, 09:34 PM

I have gotten to were I travel with my Tudor FXD's and both straps and either a Seiko Diver or G-Shock. Not because I am fearful but just because it is one less thing to consider and keep up with. Have a good trip.

123Blueface · Yesterday, 10:07 PM

You have to do what makes you feel comfortable to enjoy your time.
I personally have traveled many times to Italy, pretty much all over other than Calabria, Puglia and Sicily and have always worn my Rolex as has my wife.

Nads786 · Yesterday, 10:38 PM

I wore my G-shock instead of my BLNR to Rome this past week. I have to say I regret it. I saw some really nice watches at the Coliseum / Pompei / Positano etc.

With the train strike I had to take a cab and my cabbie was wearing a black SS Daytona!

It felt very safe in Rome and the coast, albeit I was not out partying until 2am.

CarlOver · Yesterday, 10:43 PM

Rome. Vatican area. No watch. Good call. Enjoy the trip!

RichM · Yesterday, 10:50 PM

I’d probably do the same. Safe travels.

Calatrava r · Yesterday, 11:13 PM

Older and wiser.

KatGirl · Today, 01:43 AM

I would miss having a nice watch, so could not leave mine home on a trip to Rome.

Kat

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Mr Ben · Today, 01:53 AM

Don’t do what I did this year - I only ever travel with one watch and normally move my watch roll with the others from the bedside table to somewhere less obvious while I’m away.

I got back from my holiday this year and it took me nearly 2 hours to find the damn thing as I could not for the life of me remember where I’d picked to put it at the last minute as I left the house. I’m definitely getting older. And more forgetful rather than wiser…

Speedbird-1 · Today, 01:53 AM

[QUOTE=adawil2002;13422430]

Best advice, don't let anyone know where you are or when you are until you aren't where you were & back from whence you had been & home again at some other time. If anyone on any social forum knows your plans, you may be a thievery target.

Scammers & thieves are opportunists no matter where you are.[/QUOTE]

Very, very sound advice.

Yesterday, 05:02 AM	#1
lyktestolpe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Norway Watch: 116610 LN Posts: 201	Leaving my Rolex at home for the first time while traveling So I’ve decided to leave my Sub at home for the first time while traveling, on vacation in Rome. Gonna visit all the famous tourist places around town. Time to put the old G-Shock to work! Am I getting older and sceptical or older and wiser

Yesterday, 05:35 AM	#3
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: down the drain Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,080	Smart move! __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

Yesterday, 05:39 AM	#4
Goose 104 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: UK Watch: 126622 Posts: 923	Yes best to be relaxed and not anxious about watches on holiday. Last time I went to Rome I wore a Tudor and it was fine but definitely have to be careful __________________ ♛126622 Rhodium // ♛126234 Blue //♛126613LB // ♛126000 Green + more ♛ 76213 Prince Date+Day // Black Bay 58 // Black Bay Harrods // Heritage Advisor // Vertex M100 + more...

Yesterday, 05:50 AM	#5
Sublovin 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Watch: Lots Posts: 4,530	I have a Tudor Pelagos on a NATO strap that I have been wearing on vacations for several years, with a few exceptions. It’s a super practical vacation watch and I really enjoy it. __________________ DSSD is the king of all Rolex

Yesterday, 11:17 AM	#12
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,694	G-Shock will probably be more useful anyway. __________________ _______________________

Yesterday, 05:08 AM	#2
brandrea 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 76,955	Good decision. If you aren’t comfortable wearing it, then it’s best to leave it at home. My wife and I travel to Italy every other year and we always spend at least 3 days in Rome. I usually wear my BLRO You’ll see people wearing Rolex all over the city.

Yesterday, 06:05 AM	#6
APhound "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: USA Posts: 2,192	Whenever I’ve done that I’ve missed having a nice watch and bought one.. so no I wouldn’t recommend it haha Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yesterday, 06:08 AM	#7
4 Aussies 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Real Name: Randy Location: Midwest USA Watch: Blue Sky Posts: 3,105	Smart move!

Yesterday, 06:09 AM	#8
996marty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Uk Watch: RolexGMT/Tudor7928 Posts: 3,913	You do the right thing although I am a little disappointed that we aren’t being asked if it’s safe to wear your favourite timepiece out in public. Enjoy the trip I’m sure you’ll have a great time

Yesterday, 08:43 AM	#9
goldboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: canada Watch: Daytona 116500 Posts: 465	It's absolutely your decision and that's fine. I personally make sure to wear a Rolex when I go abroad, especially to Europe. I love enjoying a nice watch while out and about, or out for dinner, by the beach etc... Italy is full of Rolex wearers, you just need to be aware of your surroundings.

Yesterday, 11:13 AM	#10
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,322	Sad story I’ve been all over that country in a SS Daytona Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yesterday, 11:16 AM	#11
billee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 99	Just got back from Italy and spent time in Rome. Had no problem wearing my sub or DD.

Yesterday, 11:35 AM	#13
adawil2002 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Andrew Wilson Location: Brunswick, Maine Watch: 16550 Explorer II Posts: 1,771	This past May we toured Italy for 14 days, Venice, Florence, Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri & back to Rome. Wore & wear my BLNR daily. Met a woman who worked at Chopard, waiting on the boat back to Sorrento. I've worn a Rolex every day for 36 years without a second thought. Learned a long time ago, nobody cares about your watch. The only ones who notice are the others who appreciate watches & no one will say anything but those who know already know. Best advice, don't let anyone know where you are or when you are until you aren't where you were & back from whence you had been & home again at some other time. If no one on any social forum knows your plans, you may be a thievery target. Scammers & thieves are opportunists no matter where you are. __________________ 6284 SS, 16014 SS Jubilee silver stick, 16253 TT Blue Thunderbird, 16550 SS Exp II Cream, bought in 1986, 116400GV Z-blue Milgauss, 79260 Tudor, 116660 DSSD-Blue, 116500LV Daytona White, 116710 BLNR, 326934 Blue Skydweller

Yesterday, 12:47 PM	#14
MRBolton "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Watch: ing my wrist Posts: 1,220	My driver from Naples to Sorrento told me to not wear my gold Daytona in Naples and I think mentioned Rome, too. He even told me to not wear it when returning to the Naples airport. This was unsolicited advice and I thought a bit overkill. It's been 5 years since I've been to Rome, and I wore a ceramic Speedmaster without a care in the world. I think theft has gotten worse since. I think you're making the right call if it would be a stressor for you.

Yesterday, 12:55 PM	#15
1st amg 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 10,142	We travel to Italy often over the years. I have always brought a Rolex with me. I think only one time I didn’t, I brought a Panerai. I would miss not having a nice watch on my travels. Never had an issue. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yesterday, 02:49 PM	#17
Tbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: europe Posts: 147	Just take the Submariner, I took my new Datejust 2 years ago to Rome, visited all the famous places, no danger and no regrets (tshirt weather). Just nice stories to remember with the watch!

Yesterday, 03:29 PM	#18
alllexandru 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Old continent Posts: 2,398	Rome is safe, Italians are all over with Rolexes and tourist. Generally speaking beside some cities already mentioned, Europe is safe. Definitely Italy is OK ;)

Yesterday, 08:38 PM	#19
Sergio_UKR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: NYC Posts: 249	Insure it and wear whenever you want with a peace of mind. Watches are meant to be enjoyed, not sitting in the closet. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yesterday, 08:45 PM	#20
mrmoto88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Watch: 5990 Posts: 77	Hong Kong & Japan fine, too. Have always worn a nice watch travelling to the Far East, including PP as well. They are insured for peace of mind, but never felt at risk in those places Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yesterday, 09:08 PM	#21
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,193	Enjoy your trip!

Yesterday, 09:34 PM	#22
1William 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,046	I have gotten to were I travel with my Tudor FXD's and both straps and either a Seiko Diver or G-Shock. Not because I am fearful but just because it is one less thing to consider and keep up with. Have a good trip.

Yesterday, 10:07 PM	#23
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,255	You have to do what makes you feel comfortable to enjoy your time. I personally have traveled many times to Italy, pretty much all over other than Calabria, Puglia and Sicily and have always worn my Rolex as has my wife. __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV, 126334 Blue Diamond Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

Yesterday, 10:38 PM	#24
Nads786 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Real Name: Nadeem Location: Chicago Watch: GMT BLNR Posts: 969	I wore my G-shock instead of my BLNR to Rome this past week. I have to say I regret it. I saw some really nice watches at the Coliseum / Pompei / Positano etc. With the train strike I had to take a cab and my cabbie was wearing a black SS Daytona! It felt very safe in Rome and the coast, albeit I was not out partying until 2am.

Yesterday, 10:43 PM	#25
CarlOver "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: US Posts: 2,147	Rome. Vatican area. No watch. Good call. Enjoy the trip!

Yesterday, 10:50 PM	#26
RichM 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,190	I’d probably do the same. Safe travels. __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

Yesterday, 11:13 PM	#27
Calatrava r 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 11,124	Older and wiser.

Today, 01:43 AM	#28
KatGirl 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Kat Location: CA, USA Watch: 126233 Wimbledon T Posts: 7,029	I would miss having a nice watch, so could not leave mine home on a trip to Rome. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Today, 01:53 AM	#29
Mr Ben "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: UK Watch: 226570 Posts: 965	Don’t do what I did this year - I only ever travel with one watch and normally move my watch roll with the others from the bedside table to somewhere less obvious while I’m away. I got back from my holiday this year and it took me nearly 2 hours to find the damn thing as I could not for the life of me remember where I’d picked to put it at the last minute as I left the house. I’m definitely getting older. And more forgetful rather than wiser…

Today, 01:53 AM	#30
Speedbird-1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Steve. Location: UK Posts: 6,347	[QUOTE=adawil2002;13422430] Best advice, don't let anyone know where you are or when you are until you aren't where you were & back from whence you had been & home again at some other time. If anyone on any social forum knows your plans, you may be a thievery target. Scammers & thieves are opportunists no matter where you are.[/QUOTE] Very, very sound advice.

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