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amanda · 30 April 2007, 12:26 PM

and I'm pretty stoked to say the least. For months now my good buddy Launch Mini has been taunting me with idea of my buying his Air-King from him... I've umm'd and ahhhh'd mainly due to the 34mm size and concerns I'd feel funny wearing such a small watch after my Panerai at 44mm.

I started wearing my Alpha 36mm to work a few times each week, mainly due to my scuffing it (the Panerai) up on the desk and it not fitting under my shirt sleeves very well and the change in size wasn't an issue afterall.

Today I recieved a package... all the way from Canada. John had sent me his Air-King to 'try out'.... now how freaking awesome is that?

John thanks sooo much, LOVE the AK.. it fits me beautifully and looks gorgeous on the wrist. Sorry, forgot the camera but I'll update this thread tonight with a wrist shot!

I'll be paying for the watch sooon and probably get a RSC look over too... its 15yrs old and its been well loved by John alright! Its extra special getting such a watch from a good mate...

thanks again buddy

C.J. · 30 April 2007, 12:36 PM

Congratulations, Amanda

John is about as good as they come

I still miss my bi-weekly phone calls with him.

Rockrolex · 30 April 2007, 12:37 PM

Congratulations, Amanda. Wonderful acquisition.

And well done, John for making Amanda come back to the world of Rolex.

bwalkerVintage · 30 April 2007, 12:39 PM

Nice. I think it will fit you better. I personally think the 44 mm is too big (especially on a woman's wrist - i know the trend is bigger, but i personally am not fond of that trend - watches look like cartoon watches).

Congrats on the new AK - what is the dial color?

leopardprey · 30 April 2007, 12:48 PM

The Air King is a great watch Amanda. With a Rolex Air king and a PAM you have all bases covered!! Cheers!!

amanda · 30 April 2007, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bwalkerVintage

Nice. I think it will fit you better. I personally think the 44 mm is too big (especially on a woman's wrist - i know the trend is bigger, but i personally am not fond of that trend - watches look like cartoon watches).

Congrats on the new AK - what is the dial color?

I love my PAM and it suits me too a T, it ain't going anywhere!

It's the same dial as this one (but with Oyster and smooth Bezel)

amanda · 30 April 2007, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C.J.

Congratulations, Amanda

John is about as good as they come

I still miss my bi-weekly phone calls with him.

You are not wrong CJ, top bloke alright and incredibly trusting of him.

Quote:

Originally Posted by leopardprey

The Air King is a great watch Amanda. With a Rolex Air king and a PAM you have all bases covered!! Cheers!!

Thanks Chad, I agree with both in my stable I've got all bases covered. Something elegant and something big and bold and chunky... both watches ooooze the history elements of both brands!

Blue Bull · 30 April 2007, 01:37 PM

I think a AK is ideal for a lady.Salmon dial would be my suggestion,or something timeless like white,silver or black ..

dman · 30 April 2007, 01:43 PM

Just too cool for school, great story Amanda and great dude that crazy John is. Can't wait to GTG with him this June, should be a blast for sure.

amanda · 30 April 2007, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dman

Just too cool for school, great story Amanda and great dude that crazy John is. Can't wait to GTG with him this June, should be a blast for sure.

thanks dman... you bet, you guys will have a great time.. wish I could come too!

ashu2289 · 30 April 2007, 02:20 PM

Congrats amanda for your Rolex.cheers!!!!!

mlb · 30 April 2007, 02:24 PM

Get some shots of the PAM and the AK together!!!

They make a good couple, i'm sure.

Mr. K · 30 April 2007, 03:48 PM

Congrats! Ther is nothing wrong with the AK. I considered one at one time as well. Nice watch.

amanda · 30 April 2007, 04:33 PM

Nope nothing wrong with the Air-King at all... its a nice watch and as one of my friends pointed out.. the longest produced model in Rolexs line!

JJ Irani · 30 April 2007, 05:14 PM

Congrats, Amanda....and well done, John!!

chris_nor_cal · 30 April 2007, 05:27 PM

ahh yes...oysterbracelet

pcarson · 30 April 2007, 05:34 PM

Classic watch, Amanda, congratulations. Looks classy on either sex and you can wear it anywhere. Agree with Mike; can we get the AK and PAM together for a photo-shoot?

amanda · 30 April 2007, 05:42 PM

thanks guys... sure in a few days time, no time now!!!! It'll be the big and small of it I'm sure!

mailman · 30 April 2007, 10:06 PM

Congrats Amanda

John, great thing for you to do. Of course it doesn't surprise me at all

mailman · 30 April 2007, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C.J.

Congratulations, Amanda

John is about as good as they come

I still miss my bi-weekly phone calls with him.

Your bi what with him

Does it have anything to do with this

Alex Stylianou · 30 April 2007, 10:42 PM

Nice

C.J. · 1 May 2007, 01:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

Your bi what with him

Does it have anything to do with this

Shut up! I enjoyed talking to him on the phone................unlike some postal people I get stuck talking to

kcmo · 1 May 2007, 01:54 AM

So glad you're back in 'the club' girl! Can't wait to see photos!

Obsession · 1 May 2007, 02:31 AM

Congragulations Amanda, Im curious about it's photos, I will play this Rolex game at October when I will be in Geneva, I would buy an Air-King too from Ebay but I dont trust. However it's a small watch it's bezel is so nice and just Raymond Weil has same bezel and no more watch in this world, you ve small but unique Rolex.

nko51 · 1 May 2007, 02:36 AM

Congrats on the AK, did you buy it from John or did he just send it?

Launch Mini · 1 May 2007, 03:34 AM

No sale yet.
She was really on the fence about the size etc. So I just shipped it off to her, no strings attached, so she could try it out.
She loves her Panny, but was afraid of too many dings, and the AK seemed to fit the bill for a nice second watch for her, so off to Oz it went.
So glad she likes it.

C.J. · 1 May 2007, 03:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Launch Mini

No sale yet.
She was really on the fence about the size etc. So I just shipped it off to her, no strings attached, so she could try it out.
She loves her Panny, but was afraid of too many dings, and the AK seemed to fit the bill for a nice second watch for her, so off to Oz it went.
So glad she likes it.

It was one hell of a gesture, pal

Like Paul said, I'm not surprised at all to see that from you though

JJ Irani · 1 May 2007, 04:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C.J.

It was one hell of a gesture, pal

Like Paul said, I'm not surprised at all to see that from you though

Yes, John.....a very royal gesture indeed!!

amanda · 1 May 2007, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Launch Mini

No sale yet.
She was really on the fence about the size etc. So I just shipped it off to her, no strings attached, so she could try it out.
She loves her Panny, but was afraid of too many dings, and the AK seemed to fit the bill for a nice second watch for her, so off to Oz it went.
So glad she likes it.

yeh thanks John... I really do appreciate this

and the watch is GREAT probably something I'd have not considered had you not come along.... I'm really stoked as I've said 10 times so far!!!!!

mlb · 1 May 2007, 03:27 PM

Nice, you got to take it for a test-drive to make your decision. Got to love this forum

30 April 2007, 12:26 PM	#1
amanda Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,380	Well, I'm in the Rolex game again... and I'm pretty stoked to say the least. For months now my good buddy Launch Mini has been taunting me with idea of my buying his Air-King from him... I've umm'd and ahhhh'd mainly due to the 34mm size and concerns I'd feel funny wearing such a small watch after my Panerai at 44mm. I started wearing my Alpha 36mm to work a few times each week, mainly due to my scuffing it (the Panerai) up on the desk and it not fitting under my shirt sleeves very well and the change in size wasn't an issue afterall. Today I recieved a package... all the way from Canada. John had sent me his Air-King to 'try out'.... now how freaking awesome is that? John thanks sooo much, LOVE the AK.. it fits me beautifully and looks gorgeous on the wrist. Sorry, forgot the camera but I'll update this thread tonight with a wrist shot! I'll be paying for the watch sooon and probably get a RSC look over too... its 15yrs old and its been well loved by John alright! Its extra special getting such a watch from a good mate... thanks again buddy

30 April 2007, 12:37 PM	#3
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,911	Congratulations, Amanda. Wonderful acquisition. And well done, John for making Amanda come back to the world of Rolex. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

30 April 2007, 01:43 PM	#9
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Just too cool for school, great story Amanda and great dude that crazy John is. Can't wait to GTG with him this June, should be a blast for sure. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

30 April 2007, 02:20 PM	#11
ashu2289 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Ashutosh Location: Rochester NY Watch: Daytonas,SD Posts: 2,342	Congrats amanda for your Rolex.cheers!!!!! __________________ Everything becomes nothing after ROLEX 116520 SS Daytona White Dial 116520 SS Daytona Black Dial 116523 18K&SS Daytona Slate Dial 16600 Sea-Dweller 16710 GMT Master II Pepsi Bezel 16613 18K&SS Submariner Blue Dial 116660 Deepsea Sea-Dweller

30 April 2007, 05:14 PM	#15
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Congrats, Amanda....and well done, John!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

30 April 2007, 12:36 PM	#2
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Congratulations, Amanda John is about as good as they come I still miss my bi-weekly phone calls with him.

30 April 2007, 12:39 PM	#4
bwalkerVintage Banned Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Brendan Location: Cougar Country Posts: 825	Nice. I think it will fit you better. I personally think the 44 mm is too big (especially on a woman's wrist - i know the trend is bigger, but i personally am not fond of that trend - watches look like cartoon watches). Congrats on the new AK - what is the dial color?

30 April 2007, 12:48 PM	#5
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	The Air King is a great watch Amanda. With a Rolex Air king and a PAM you have all bases covered!! Cheers!!

30 April 2007, 01:37 PM	#8
Blue Bull Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2,887	I think a AK is ideal for a lady.Salmon dial would be my suggestion,or something timeless like white,silver or black ..

30 April 2007, 02:24 PM	#12
mlb Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Chicago, Illinois Watch: DJ Posts: 753	Get some shots of the PAM and the AK together!!! They make a good couple, i'm sure.

30 April 2007, 03:48 PM	#13
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,073	Congrats! Ther is nothing wrong with the AK. I considered one at one time as well. Nice watch.

30 April 2007, 04:33 PM	#14
amanda Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,380	Nope nothing wrong with the Air-King at all... its a nice watch and as one of my friends pointed out.. the longest produced model in Rolexs line!

30 April 2007, 05:27 PM	#16
chris_nor_cal "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: CA Posts: 688	ahh yes...oysterbracelet __________________

30 April 2007, 05:34 PM	#17
pcarson Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Peter Carson Location: Australia Watch: 16610 Sub Date Posts: 265	Classic watch, Amanda, congratulations. Looks classy on either sex and you can wear it anywhere. Agree with Mike; can we get the AK and PAM together for a photo-shoot?

30 April 2007, 05:42 PM	#18
amanda Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,380	thanks guys... sure in a few days time, no time now!!!! It'll be the big and small of it I'm sure!

30 April 2007, 10:06 PM	#19
mailman TRF Moderator & SUBMARINER 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,494	Congrats Amanda John, great thing for you to do. Of course it doesn't surprise me at all __________________ JJ

30 April 2007, 10:42 PM	#21
Alex Stylianou "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: UK Posts: 1,785	Nice

1 May 2007, 01:54 AM	#23
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	So glad you're back in 'the club' girl! Can't wait to see photos!

1 May 2007, 02:31 AM	#24
Obsession Banned Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Aykun Location: Istanbul/Turkey Watch: Tissot Seastar Posts: 804	Congragulations Amanda, Im curious about it's photos, I will play this Rolex game at October when I will be in Geneva, I would buy an Air-King too from Ebay but I dont trust. However it's a small watch it's bezel is so nice and just Raymond Weil has same bezel and no more watch in this world, you ve small but unique Rolex.

1 May 2007, 02:36 AM	#25
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	Congrats on the AK, did you buy it from John or did he just send it? __________________

1 May 2007, 03:34 AM	#26
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	No sale yet. She was really on the fence about the size etc. So I just shipped it off to her, no strings attached, so she could try it out. She loves her Panny, but was afraid of too many dings, and the AK seemed to fit the bill for a nice second watch for her, so off to Oz it went. So glad she likes it. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

1 May 2007, 03:27 PM	#30
mlb Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Chicago, Illinois Watch: DJ Posts: 753	Nice, you got to take it for a test-drive to make your decision. Got to love this forum

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