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Old 10 October 2009, 12:41 AM   #1
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what year was this watch discontinued??....I dont think i would wear one..... but to me its the most unique looking rolex out there... I think leo is the only one on TRF with one....
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Old 10 October 2009, 12:42 AM   #2
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I don't know, but I hope when he shows up on this, he'll give us all the details on these babies.
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Old 10 October 2009, 12:45 AM   #3
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I was lucky enough to try on Leo's Midas during our GTG and man is that thing heavy! Truely a unique and rare reference.
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Old 10 October 2009, 01:09 AM   #4
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what year was this watch discontinued??....I dont think i would wear one..... but to me its the most unique looking rolex out there... I think leo is the only one on TRF with one....

Thanks pal,

Instead of me writing 6 pages about it you can read all about the Midas here:

www.rolexwatchblog.com

Scroll down and look for Elvis Presley in the right column.
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Old 10 October 2009, 01:12 AM   #5
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The King Midas is a very nice watch if you like gold At least you wont see every yo yo on the street wearing 1 and as far as I know china town doesn't sell em.
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Old 10 October 2009, 01:15 AM   #6
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At least you wont see every yo yo on the street wearing 1 and as far as I know china town doesn't sell em.
Does wearing it make Leo a yoyo?
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Old 10 October 2009, 01:17 AM   #7
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Does wearing it make Leo a yoyo?

Why don't you come to the GTG in Tampa on Nov 7 and ask me?
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Old 10 October 2009, 02:24 AM   #8
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It was great reading about the King Midas- the side profile is stunning. Amazing watch.
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Old 10 October 2009, 02:03 AM   #9
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Id love to own a Midas with the original box and all. It really is an AMAZING Piece! I am not a huge Gold person but that is one I would wear with pride when dressed up.
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Old 10 October 2009, 02:26 AM   #10
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Very unique looking watch.
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Old 10 October 2009, 04:14 AM   #11
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Leo this ad isn't in your blog
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Old 10 October 2009, 04:18 AM   #12
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Leo ..care to disclose how you got your watch, if it is not too much to ask for. I am hoping for a good story here.. so embellish the details please.. maybe involving Elvis himself..
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