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22 May 2009, 05:15 AM | #1 |
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New member and owner
First off I just want to thank everyone. I browsed a lot here before I purchased my watch and gained a lot of knowledge.
Anyway I was looking for a nice watch for my 30th birthday. Didn't think a Rolex was in my price range but when I found one that was in perfect condition for only a tiny bit more than the new Omega's I was browsing, I realized that I wanted a Rolex, not just a watch. :) I ended up purchasing a T series 16610 from (I'm hesitant to say....) Tourneau. For what they sold it to me for I have not seen one as in good of shape nor with the warranty and recent service that this one had. The price was far below what they usually charge for a watch like this so I feel I got a pretty good deal. I apologize to all the people who are cringing out there as I know their reputation... I'm also confident in its authenticity although I will be heading to RSC NY to validate and appraise it soon! Crappy cell phone pic: I'm thrilled, there's no other way to put it. I love the watch, my wife loves the watch, and it truly makes me feel like I have worked hard to reach 30 years of age and own such a beautiful timepiece. The Sub is a work of art, but not pretentious. I feel comfortable wearing shorts and a tshirt with it just as much as a formal suit! So again thanks for all the pre sales help even though I was just lurking! |
22 May 2009, 10:07 AM | #2 |
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Welcome and great watch
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22 May 2009, 10:09 AM | #3 |
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Sweet watch and nice phone camera as well
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22 May 2009, 10:09 AM | #4 |
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Congratulations on a fine purchase and welcome to the forum.
If you found a deal at Tourneau, then that's not an issue. I think most of us don't like Tourneau because of a lack of customer service and their pricing policies. However, everyone's experience is different. You found the watch for a price that you found to be quite acceptable, and you got yourself one beauty of a watch. Wear it in good health and enjoy the forum!
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22 May 2009, 11:30 AM | #5 |
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Looks like a super watch, well done
Really nice and welcome
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23 May 2009, 02:22 AM | #6 |
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Welcome to TRF :thimbsup:
You couldn't ask for a better first Rolex!!! you've come to the right place to become hooked like us, thanks for finding us and glad you love it here like we do!!! Enjoy! Dave.
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23 May 2009, 03:49 AM | #7 |
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Yeah, I think the best part is that the watch has a story behind it too.
I purchased it (at my wifes urging) during our honeymoon in Hawaii. I saw it and figured I'd think about it for a day, but she made me go back a few hours later to purchase it. She's a keeper! This timepiece will always bring a smile to my face with that memory. Also my parents have owned Rolex watches my whole life and now I truly appreciate having one of my own on my wrist. I've waited a few years for this, figured my 30th birthday was the time to do it! |
24 May 2009, 05:21 PM | #8 |
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You can't go wrong with a Sub!
looks good no matter what you wear! My wife got me my first Rolex for Christmas in 01 - still looks like new. |
24 May 2009, 05:28 PM | #9 |
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congrats!
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25 May 2009, 01:06 PM | #10 |
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Congrats -- Great watch!
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25 May 2009, 01:08 PM | #11 |
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Congrats on the sub! You will enjoy it for a lifetime I'm sure! And of course, welcome to TRF!!!
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25 May 2009, 01:39 PM | #12 |
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NJSub - Warm welcome to TRF.
Also please congratulate your wife for the foresight she had in sending you back a few hours later to get the next love of your life. Once you get the watch serviced, it will be good as new. |
25 May 2009, 11:13 PM | #13 |
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It's my understanding that Tourneau, for all their faults, services Rolex watches before selling them preowned. Of course there's only one way to tell and that's take it to RSC for an estimate I guess....
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26 May 2009, 08:01 AM | #14 |
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When can i receive my previlege
when can i post on classifeds ???????????????????????????????? |
26 May 2009, 08:51 AM | #15 |
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Welcome and congrats on a special "first" Rolex.
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