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Old 29 June 2008, 01:01 AM   #1
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Just Signed On!!!

Hello all, This is my first post here. I've been reading posts on the forum here for a few months and I'm genuinely suprised at the member response here and enthusiasm in the message board.

It's truly overwhelming at how much everyone cherishes and enjoys their watches, especially the Rolexes.

For me - I received a SS Sub date (of course) about 5 years ago. I can honestly say that I marvel at the watch every time I wear it. For the day or so out of every month I didn't wear it, I would put it in a protective pouch and carry it with me in my pants pocket. I know that sounds crazy, but I wanted to make sure something wouldn't happen to it.

A couple of years ago I started looking a the TT Sub or "bluesy" as you guys call it. To my suprise I received one as a gift in October of 2007 as a reward for completing a major job accomplishment. I find myself constantly staring at my Rolexes on a regular basis and am just in awe at their beauty. The funny thing is I didn't know that I was even into watches. I must admit that although I find the Blue TT Sub is much more beautiful and startling than the SS Sub, I cannot get use to the flashiness of the "gold". I find myself going back to the SS quite often and I've been contemplating selling the TT Sub. I am also thinking of getting a second watch that is not a sub and maybe a little thinner etc. or not as bulky as the sub.

Anyway, I'm 38 years old and live in Atlanta - so I just wanted to introduce myself to the forums. Thanks for the wealth of information and I look forward to more reading.
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Old 29 June 2008, 04:45 AM   #2
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Old 29 June 2008, 06:24 AM   #3
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Welcome to TRF, Sydney.

I have to agree with your assessment of the Bluesy as "...much more beautiful and startling than the SS Sub..."!

Enjoy your time on the board, and we would love to see photos of your Rollies whenever you get the chance. We do like our watch pics here on TRF (as if you couldn't tell!).
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Old 29 June 2008, 06:25 AM   #4
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Welcome to TRF, Sydney. This is the greatest forum on planet earth.....hope you have yourself a blast!!
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Old 29 June 2008, 06:32 AM   #5
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Old 29 June 2008, 06:58 AM   #6
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A BIG welcome to TRF, Sydney .

As JJ has said, this is THE greatest Forum around. Have fun taking part in our Global Community .
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Old 29 June 2008, 07:11 AM   #7
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Welcome to TRF. Enjoy your stay. Thanks for sharing your story. You are going to find that the Rolex brand continues to grow on you as you journey through the forum. IMHO, I wouldn't see the Bluesy since it was given to you for a major accomplishment. I know the gold is flashy as I like the SS look as well.

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Old 29 June 2008, 07:25 AM   #8
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Welcome to TRF, Sydney. Glad you decided to come out of hiding and join the fun here. Stick around and post early and often.

And do post some pics of your collection. We love pics around here.
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Old 29 June 2008, 07:44 AM   #9
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We love pics around here.
How come you never say the same thing to me, Ed?
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Old 29 June 2008, 08:01 AM   #10
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How come you never say the same thing to me, Ed?
Because all we ever get from you are blue monsters, orange monsters, or bald heads. What's to love about any of those.
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Old 29 June 2008, 10:19 AM   #11
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How come you never say the same thing to me, Ed?
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Because all we ever get from you are blue monsters, orange monsters, or bald heads. What's to love about any of those.
LMAO - and the beat goes on!!!
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Old 29 June 2008, 10:49 AM   #12
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Welcome to TRF Sydney. It's OK to have a little neurosis over a watch. There are worse things to be obsessed about. I hope you post some photos of your collection and stick around. It's a nice place to hang out.

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Old 29 June 2008, 09:44 PM   #13
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Welcome to TRF!

Although the TT Blue Sub sure was an awesome gift, I can't blame you for keeping going back to your SS Sub. After all, it is THE iconic Sub out there.

BTW.: Now that you've had the SS Sub Date for 5 years+, you might consider getting it serviced soon. Even though you did not use it much, still the oils inside congeal. A service would make sure that your SS Sub Date is like new again, also inside.
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Old 30 June 2008, 11:54 AM   #14
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Welcome..

Plenty of information to be had here........
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Old 4 July 2008, 10:35 PM   #15
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Old 6 July 2008, 05:06 AM   #16
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WELCOME aboard!!

Sydney, I KNOW you will enjoy your stay for years to come.

....they are so.........damned ADDICTIVE!!

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Old 7 July 2008, 12:13 AM   #20
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Hi :D This is my first post here. I've been reading posts on the forum and its really fun and enjoying, everyone is so polite and will make you feel that you really belong...........a lot of informations u will learn from here...brothers or everyone.........i would like to ask on how can i post or start a thread for my rolex watches..

thanks :D
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Old 7 July 2008, 03:49 PM   #21
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Hi guys

Advanz11 it is easy to post and start a thread, just go to the forum you wish and press "new thread" or go to a thread that you want to post in and type in your reply in the text box at the bottom of the page and then press "post quick reply"
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