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24 October 2014, 01:13 AM | #1 |
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Real Name: Nick
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Watch: Datejust 16200
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First Rolex
First time owner here. I have mostly owned budget pieces such as a Seiko SKX009 which I still wear and love for different reasons. My most meaningful watch is a 1950's Vulcain my wife gifted me on our wedding day.
The funny story behind this 16200 is that 2 weeks after acquiring it I dropped it about 5 feet on to the bathroom tile (face down). It destroyed the crystal as well as my attitude for about 24 hours! I bit the bullet and took it locally to the Rolex Service Center here in Dallas. 4 weeks later they returned me a watch that looked brand new and has their 2 year warranty. Really a top notch job but it did cost me $850. Anyways...here is the watch! [IMG][/IMG] |
24 October 2014, 03:32 PM | #2 |
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Gorgeous piece. I've long admired that particular Datejust as well (white Roman 16200), and may well soon add one to my collection.
That's the problem w/ sapphire crystals, they crack a lot more easily than the old plastic crystals! And are more expensive to replace. Vulcain makes nice watches as well. |
25 October 2014, 02:17 PM | #3 |
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It's a beauty! The best DJ configuration (smooth bezel and Oyster bracelet), IMO.
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26 October 2014, 03:07 AM | #4 |
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Congrats!
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26 October 2014, 05:30 PM | #5 |
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Nice one mate
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29 October 2014, 01:06 PM | #6 |
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Congrats!
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31 October 2014, 12:50 AM | #7 |
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Real Name: Nick
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Watch: Datejust 16200
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Thanks for the feedback gang! I have really been enjoying this one. It's a timeless piece. Should outlast me if maintained...
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3 November 2014, 09:40 AM | #8 |
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Such a great piece love the clean lines , enjoy in good health!
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5 November 2014, 04:12 AM | #9 |
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very classy. enjoy!
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