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infoe · 12 September 2006, 06:05 AM

I'm 25 and buying my very own first Rolex. My dad has a few that he says I can wear any time and I'm sure will want to pass on to me eventually, his Thunderbird, YG DD, Cellini...But I want to know when you bought your very first, or when your very first was "given" to you.

C.J. · 12 September 2006, 06:09 AM

I bought my first one when I was 19 YOA. It was a third hand non-date Sub. My first new one was an Aik King that my wife bought me for fathers day a few years ago.

Welshwatchman · 12 September 2006, 06:33 AM

I was 39 and the watch was a new TT WF Turnograph.

I always loved fine watches but for years could only afford a tissot quartz which did a sterling job for me.

Circumstances changed in a relatively short period when my company's fortunes finally changed.

I must admit that I bought and flipped watches like a fool for the next two years, wasting a few pennies along the way.

I am now a little more seasoned in the appreciation of fine watches and have set myself strict guidlines in the pursuit of my ideal watches.

Still an enthusiast though ! I have been sorely tempted to make rash impulsive purchasing decisions, especially when the watch looks SOOOO good in the flesh.

SWOS · 12 September 2006, 06:36 AM

21 , got it last week :P steel subdate..

heheehhe its the truth..

madsitalia · 31 March 2024, 07:52 PM

43

DLRIDES · 31 March 2024, 08:03 PM

52

colemanitis · 12 September 2006, 06:36 AM

29, three months ago. I'm crossing my fingers that #2 will be coming soon!

madformac · 12 September 2006, 07:31 AM

I got my first at 25.

I'm 31 now and have owned 3 so far.

homeboy11 · 12 September 2006, 07:38 AM

26 got my first ss 18 k w/g tog
looking to buy ss white daytona next

mike · 12 September 2006, 08:04 AM

1968--I was 19---it was a GMT---$245.00----Brand New.

And this is it!!---After a few trips to RSC.

C.J. · 12 September 2006, 08:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

1968--I was 19---it was a GMT---$245.00----Brand New.

And this is it!!---After a few trips to RSC.

I love that watch, Mike

jaycee · 12 September 2006, 08:42 AM

I had to wait till I was 47! Would have been much earlier if my ex-wife hadn't waited so long before giving me the sack

toomuchtalk · 28 November 2024, 04:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

1968--I was 19---it was a GMT---$245.00----Brand New.

And this is it!!---After a few trips to RSC.

GST15 · 28 November 2024, 04:53 AM

I was 60 when I got my first one. Waited for college educations, graduate schools, and weddings before starting my journey. I now have seven Rolex, two Omega, Cartier, and a couple Breitlings, in addition to others.

OttoUnion · 28 November 2024, 06:01 AM

70. A new Air King was a gift to myself for 50 years on the job.

Launch Mini · 12 September 2006, 09:17 AM

I was 25 and it was a SS Airking.
Still have it, but not getting any wrist time.

colemanitis · 12 September 2006, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Launch Mini

I was 25 and it was a SS Airking.
Still have it, but not getting any wrist time.

I love the simplicity of the Airking! It was the first Rolex I considered buying. My heart turned toward the GMT, though.

astcell · 12 September 2006, 09:31 AM

Got my SS Date model in 1988 at 25. Sold it after a few years of ignoring it. Got my 2nd, a GMT II, at 43.

RolexAwaytheDew · 18 June 2024, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

Got my SS Date model in 1988 at 25. Sold it after a few years of ignoring it. Got my 2nd, a GMT II, at 43.

Very similar. SS Date in 1988, age 23. I still have it though lately my wife has been wearing it.

Gedanken · 12 September 2006, 09:40 AM

My first at 30 - a graduation present:

My first purchase at 32 - it's the wrist hog!

Launch Mini · 12 September 2006, 09:42 AM

That is one sweet graduation present.
I am thinking of passing my Rolex's on to my nephews. They have both recently graduated.
Only have 3 other nieces, so I would be setting the stage for them down the road

Gedanken · 12 September 2006, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Launch Mini

That is one sweet graduation present.

Ain't it, though? Although, after 8 years at university, I'm not sure if it was a graduation present or long-service award.

Biblebanger · 12 September 2006, 09:54 AM

I was 33 and I bought a new Z series SD.

Haj

GerardoG · 12 September 2006, 10:12 AM

22. Sold all my audio stuff and got this, brand new, as a present to self after getting my college degree. Has been with me through a L O T.

infoe · 12 September 2006, 10:31 AM

Looks like I'm right on cue with the rest of you at 25 getting my first Rollie...Gerardo seeing your watch makes me want mine so bad..its very similar but SS and Oyster band

GerardoG · 13 September 2006, 12:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by infoe

Looks like I'm right on cue with the rest of you at 25 getting my first Rollie...Gerardo seeing your watch makes me want mine so bad..its very similar but SS and Oyster band

I still keep it and LOVE it. It was my first Rolex and a true classic; one day it will belong to my son.

jburson250 · 12 September 2006, 10:47 AM

I was 20 when my parents gave me my 5512. That was in December '65.
It's on the Orbita at the moment. Marshall Field & Co. was the AD. The faded sales slip reads $192.00.

mailman · 12 September 2006, 11:04 AM

I was 30 when I bought my 16610. My first and only

JPTX · 21 June 2007, 12:30 AM

Just got my first bnib couple months ago at 29 and I love it

Julian,Sea Dweller · 21 June 2007, 08:09 AM

I was nineteen i purchased a Steel Submariner off a friend who used to
work at Rolex , London.

He also mdoified it for mee and put a blue bezel/ face (from the gold one)
Rolex should offer this on the all steel sub as it did look great.

it cost me £725 , the list price at athe time was £1019

It was subsequently stolen from a chap who used to service it for me around 3 years ago, keep an eye out if you can as this was a one off and would'nt mind it back.

12 September 2006, 06:05 AM	#1
infoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: Jose Location: Miami, FL Watch: '06 SS DJ OYSTER Posts: 260	How old were you when you had your first Rolex I'm 25 and buying my very own first Rolex. My dad has a few that he says I can wear any time and I'm sure will want to pass on to me eventually, his Thunderbird, YG DD, Cellini...But I want to know when you bought your very first, or when your very first was "given" to you.

12 September 2006, 06:33 AM	#3
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	I was 39 and the watch was a new TT WF Turnograph. I always loved fine watches but for years could only afford a tissot quartz which did a sterling job for me. Circumstances changed in a relatively short period when my company's fortunes finally changed. I must admit that I bought and flipped watches like a fool for the next two years, wasting a few pennies along the way. I am now a little more seasoned in the appreciation of fine watches and have set myself strict guidlines in the pursuit of my ideal watches. Still an enthusiast though ! I have been sorely tempted to make rash impulsive purchasing decisions, especially when the watch looks SOOOO good in the flesh. __________________ ..33

31 March 2024, 08:03 PM	#6
DLRIDES 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,691	52 __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

12 September 2006, 06:36 AM	#7
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	29, three months ago. I'm crossing my fingers that #2 will be coming soon! __________________ Member #471

12 September 2006, 09:17 AM	#16
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	I was 25 and it was a SS Airking. Still have it, but not getting any wrist time. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

12 September 2006, 06:09 AM	#2
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	I bought my first one when I was 19 YOA. It was a third hand non-date Sub. My first new one was an Aik King that my wife bought me for fathers day a few years ago. __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

12 September 2006, 06:36 AM	#4
SWOS Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Q8 Posts: 110	21 , got it last week :P steel subdate.. heheehhe its the truth..

31 March 2024, 07:52 PM	#5
madsitalia "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2023 Location: At home Watch: 226570 Posts: 248	43

12 September 2006, 07:31 AM	#8
madformac "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2006 Real Name: Justin Location: Manchester, UK. Posts: 708	I got my first at 25. I'm 31 now and have owned 3 so far.

12 September 2006, 07:38 AM	#9
homeboy11 Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: san diego Posts: 58	26 got my first ss 18 k w/g tog looking to buy ss white daytona next

12 September 2006, 08:04 AM	#10
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	1968--I was 19---it was a GMT---$245.00----Brand New. And this is it!!---After a few trips to RSC.

12 September 2006, 08:42 AM	#12
jaycee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Real Name: John Location: Halesworth, UK Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 69	I had to wait till I was 47! Would have been much earlier if my ex-wife hadn't waited so long before giving me the sack

28 November 2024, 04:53 AM	#14
GST15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: USA Watch: CHNR/YM/DJ/OP/SUB Posts: 2,009	I was 60 when I got my first one. Waited for college educations, graduate schools, and weddings before starting my journey. I now have seven Rolex, two Omega, Cartier, and a couple Breitlings, in addition to others.

28 November 2024, 06:01 AM	#15
OttoUnion "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2024 Location: Cincinnati, OH US Watch: Air King M126900 Posts: 3	70. A new Air King was a gift to myself for 50 years on the job.

12 September 2006, 09:31 AM	#18
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Got my SS Date model in 1988 at 25. Sold it after a few years of ignoring it. Got my 2nd, a GMT II, at 43.

12 September 2006, 09:40 AM	#20
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	My first at 30 - a graduation present: My first purchase at 32 - it's the wrist hog! __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

12 September 2006, 09:42 AM	#21
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	That is one sweet graduation present. I am thinking of passing my Rolex's on to my nephews. They have both recently graduated. Only have 3 other nieces, so I would be setting the stage for them down the road __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

12 September 2006, 09:54 AM	#23
Biblebanger Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Fargo Posts: 116	I was 33 and I bought a new Z series SD. Haj

12 September 2006, 10:12 AM	#24
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	22. Sold all my audio stuff and got this, brand new, as a present to self after getting my college degree. Has been with me through a L O T. Attached Images

12 September 2006, 10:31 AM	#25
infoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: Jose Location: Miami, FL Watch: '06 SS DJ OYSTER Posts: 260	Looks like I'm right on cue with the rest of you at 25 getting my first Rollie...Gerardo seeing your watch makes me want mine so bad..its very similar but SS and Oyster band

12 September 2006, 10:47 AM	#27
jburson250 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Jim Location: SE NH Watch: DSSD Posts: 388	I was 20 when my parents gave me my 5512. That was in December '65. It's on the Orbita at the moment. Marshall Field & Co. was the AD. The faded sales slip reads $192.00. __________________ Jim Explorer 214270. Sea-Dweller 126600. Sea-Dweller Deepsea 126660 Black. Submariner 5512. PAM 514 Radiomir 1940. Railmaster XXL 2806.52.37. Speedmaster Moonphase 304.33.44.52.01.001. RIP JJ

12 September 2006, 11:04 AM	#28
mailman TRF Moderator & 2025 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: BLNR Posts: 35,546	I was 30 when I bought my 16610. My first and only __________________ JJ

21 June 2007, 12:30 AM	#29
JPTX Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Jason Location: Dallas Watch: SS/WG DJ 116234 Posts: 41	Just got my first bnib couple months ago at 29 and I love it

21 June 2007, 08:09 AM	#30
Julian,Sea Dweller Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Julian Location: London, England Watch: TOG/SD/SUB/LANGE 1 Posts: 180	1st rolex I was nineteen i purchased a Steel Submariner off a friend who used to work at Rolex , London. He also mdoified it for mee and put a blue bezel/ face (from the gold one) Rolex should offer this on the all steel sub as it did look great. it cost me £725 , the list price at athe time was £1019 It was subsequently stolen from a chap who used to service it for me around 3 years ago, keep an eye out if you can as this was a one off and would'nt mind it back.

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