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GerardoG · 25 August 2010, 01:30 AM

Well, first pics......

GerardoG · 25 August 2010, 01:45 AM

Well boys and girls, now the story. As I am preparing for my next trip I start where all WIS start, even before clothes and paperwork: which watch to take!

Here is where the story goes funny. Let me explain. A few months ago I got the nice surprise from my AD (thank you D&D!) of the arrival of my SS Daytona, followed shortly (thank you again D&D!) by a 2T Sub-c.

With this new babies, the collection has a nice variety, going from YG pieces, through 2 tone and then into SS....and complete (?)

Back to trip: As I am always very careful about my surroundings, I have no problem taking any of these babies (well, almost any) if the area that I will visit and agenda are 'familiar'; but the upcoming trip will include a LOT of areas that I do not know.

I have done some research and, even if I play it safe, it is advised not to take 'flashy jewelry', so that tells me my YG and 2T babies have to stay home. SS is the way to go....and here it all goes weird

I want to take a Rollie with me, but the Daytona does not sound like the right match for a 'new place' trip...then it hits me: I DO NOT HAVE a 'low profile' SS Rolex!!!

While I am still keeping my cell as far away from me as possible to avoid calling the duty free AD at my first stop and asking what they have in stock, I am puzzled with the situation and which baby to take.

Since I will be in similar time zones (2 hour difference only), a 2nd timezone watch is not critical, this brings me back to Tudor and IWC.

...any suggestions?

Dr. Robert · 25 August 2010, 01:52 AM

Stay in the middle...not all gold or all SS....take 2 TT's...your sub & the DJ.

Chipmunk · 25 August 2010, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

Stay in the middle...not all gold or all SS....take 2 TT's...your sub & the DJ.

x2. BTW, you have a nice collection there.

GerardoG · 25 August 2010, 04:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chipmunk

x2. BTW, you have a nice collection there.

Thank you. So DJ?

Brunotheboxer · 25 August 2010, 01:49 AM

This is SPARTA.

Sorry I had to do it.

Sweramic · 25 August 2010, 01:52 AM

GMT IIc

Rolesor · 25 August 2010, 01:58 AM

If I had that Day Date Id wear it every day regardless of what I was doing lol

The two TT's are a safe bet though :)

Deep Sea · 25 August 2010, 01:59 AM

Gerardo,

Como esta usted? You answer is easy...buy an Exp II, either dial color. Low profile, two timezones, rock-solid movement, and most AD's will deal on them since they're not on the '10 best dressed' list.

bueno suerte!

GerardoG · 25 August 2010, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

This is SPARTA.

Sorry I had to do it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dreambaby

GMT IIc

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

Stay in the middle...not all gold or all SS....take 2 TT's...your sub & the DJ.

Sounds like a good idea.

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Originally Posted by Rolesor

If I had that Day Date Id wear it every day regardless of what I was doing lol

The two TT's are a safe bet though :)

Hmmmm....I think the DJ might not be bad for this task....

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deep Sea

Gerardo,

Como esta usted? You answer is easy...buy an Exp II, either dial color. Low profile, two timezones, rock-solid movement, and most AD's will deal on them since they're not on the '10 best dressed' list.

bueno suerte!

I like your idea. What do you think about EXP I? And SS DJ on oyster?

z32turbo · 25 August 2010, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by GerardoG

I like your idea. What do you think about EXP I? And SS DJ on oyster?

I would look at Exp I or II as they would be a departure from what you already have.

Good Luck!!!

Deep Sea · 26 August 2010, 04:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

I like your idea. What do you think about EXP I? And SS DJ on oyster?

I say Exp II because of your taste for different timezones & travel. Since you already have the GMT IIC, the Exp I would not be a bad choice. Simple, classic, iconic. Harkens back to Flemming & the good old days.

Saludos!

veidtadrian · 25 August 2010, 02:23 AM

Beautiful pics man..love the "newman"-esque dial on the daytona!
The roman DD is also a beauty!

jms_w · 25 August 2010, 02:58 AM

If I had to choose from what you have, I'd say the TT DJ is the lowest profile Rolex you have and imho would attract the least amount attention as there are alot of people who wear copy-cats of that model that it'd be difficult at first glance to know if it was a real Rolex or not.

GerardoG · 25 August 2010, 03:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by z32turbo

I would look at Exp I or II as they would be a departure from what you already have.

Good Luck!!!

Thank you

Quote:

Originally Posted by veidtadrian

Beautiful pics man..love the "newman"-esque dial on the daytona!
The roman DD is also a beauty!

Thank you

Quote:

Originally Posted by jms_w

If I had to choose from what you have, I'd say the TT DJ is the lowest profile Rolex you have and imho would attract the least amount attention as there are alot of people who wear copy-cats of that model that it'd be difficult at first glance to know if it was a real Rolex or not.

Agree. If a non Rollie, maybe IWC?

jms_w · 25 August 2010, 03:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Thank you

Thank you

Agree. If a non Rollie, maybe IWC?

Yep, non-"Rollie", IWC. Btw, forgot to mention, you have a very cool collection there. Have a nice trip!

dddrees · 25 August 2010, 03:09 AM

Sounds like a very difficult situation tobe in, boy if we allhad the sameproblem. Nice collection Man.

Yep sounds like you need to get yourself a GMTIIC, after all can't go on vacation unpreparred.

TSW · 25 August 2010, 03:11 AM

GMT Pepsi!!

EchoBlueUK · 25 August 2010, 04:05 AM

G-Shock time!

esm · 25 August 2010, 04:11 AM

love your collection Gerardo!

kcmo · 25 August 2010, 04:26 AM

Well G, I think it's time to add that white Expy back into your collection

You KNOW you want to!!!!

GerardoG · 25 August 2010, 04:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kcmo

Well G, I think it's time to add that white Expy back into your collection

You KNOW you want to!!!!

...somehow I knew you would tell me this K

Some pics for a few years ago.......

GerardoG · 25 August 2010, 04:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

Sounds like a very difficult situation tobe in, boy if we allhad the sameproblem. Nice collection Man.

Yep sounds like you need to get yourself a GMTIIC, after all can't go on vacation unpreparred.

I like the GMT, wife loves the green 'touch'. Unfortunately, this is (yet another) business trip.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Schroder

GMT Pepsi!!

Great option!

Quote:

Originally Posted by jms_w

Yep, non-"Rollie", IWC. Btw, forgot to mention, you have a very cool collection there. Have a nice trip!

Thank you. Now decision time. DJ? IWC?

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Originally Posted by EchoBlueUK

G-Shock time!

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

love your collection Gerardo!

Gracias

GerardoG · 25 August 2010, 04:32 AM

By the way K, please remind me WHY I keep giving these as presents to family members????!

kcmo · 25 August 2010, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

By the way K, please remind me WHY I keep giving these as presents to family members????!

I don't know G....

But I suppose now is as good a time as any to tell you the truth.....WE'RE COUSINS!!!!!!!!!

DCgator · 25 August 2010, 05:25 AM

Take the AT and the DJ. And if you have a Casio, Suunto, or Timex, take one with you, too. Great collection btw.

therolexguy · 25 August 2010, 05:49 AM

Since you've already had the white one, it sounds like it's time for a black dial Exp II. Come on. This is too easy.

Watch Professor · 25 August 2010, 05:58 AM

Pick up a Seiko 5.

darthmouse · 25 August 2010, 06:09 AM

Milgauss. Not the most iconic Rolex, thus it is low-profile...

ParisDakarBmw · 25 August 2010, 06:13 AM

Double Red Seadweller should be perfect!

25 August 2010, 01:52 AM	#3
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 63,973	Stay in the middle...not all gold or all SS....take 2 TT's...your sub & the DJ. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

25 August 2010, 01:58 AM	#8
Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,150	If I had that Day Date Id wear it every day regardless of what I was doing lol The two TT's are a safe bet though :) __________________ 116234 - Blue Concentric Dial - Fluted Bezel - Oyster Bracelet Tudor Black Bay 54 - Rubber Strap

25 August 2010, 01:59 AM	#9
Deep Sea "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: NC Watch: A Rolex or two Posts: 952	Gerardo, Como esta usted? You answer is easy...buy an Exp II, either dial color. Low profile, two timezones, rock-solid movement, and most AD's will deal on them since they're not on the '10 best dressed' list. bueno suerte! __________________ Deep Sea A few Rolex & a Tudor Sub An Omega & a bunch of Breitling

25 August 2010, 02:58 AM	#14
jms_w "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Coast Watch: 116710LN Posts: 557	If I had to choose from what you have, I'd say the TT DJ is the lowest profile Rolex you have and imho would attract the least amount attention as there are alot of people who wear copy-cats of that model that it'd be difficult at first glance to know if it was a real Rolex or not. __________________ 116520\|116610LV\|116710LN\|16613\|16233 244 232.30.42\|3222.80 A2332212 CFX-200\|Riseman\|GW-M5610

25 August 2010, 03:09 AM	#17
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	Sounds like a very difficult situation tobe in, boy if we allhad the sameproblem. Nice collection Man. Yep sounds like you need to get yourself a GMTIIC, after all can't go on vacation unpreparred. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

25 August 2010, 01:45 AM	#2
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Well boys and girls, now the story. As I am preparing for my next trip I start where all WIS start, even before clothes and paperwork: which watch to take! Here is where the story goes funny. Let me explain. A few months ago I got the nice surprise from my AD (thank you D&D!) of the arrival of my SS Daytona, followed shortly (thank you again D&D!) by a 2T Sub-c. With this new babies, the collection has a nice variety, going from YG pieces, through 2 tone and then into SS....and complete (?) Back to trip: As I am always very careful about my surroundings, I have no problem taking any of these babies (well, almost any) if the area that I will visit and agenda are 'familiar'; but the upcoming trip will include a LOT of areas that I do not know. I have done some research and, even if I play it safe, it is advised not to take 'flashy jewelry', so that tells me my YG and 2T babies have to stay home. SS is the way to go....and here it all goes weird I want to take a Rollie with me, but the Daytona does not sound like the right match for a 'new place' trip...then it hits me: I DO NOT HAVE a 'low profile' SS Rolex!!! While I am still keeping my cell as far away from me as possible to avoid calling the duty free AD at my first stop and asking what they have in stock, I am puzzled with the situation and which baby to take. Since I will be in similar time zones (2 hour difference only), a 2nd timezone watch is not critical, this brings me back to Tudor and IWC. ...any suggestions?

25 August 2010, 01:49 AM	#6
Brunotheboxer Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Bruno Location: Boston/Cape Cod Watch: 16610,PAM. 111, G Posts: 7,608	This is SPARTA. Sorry I had to do it.

25 August 2010, 01:52 AM	#7
Sweramic "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Movies Posts: 4,531	GMT IIc

25 August 2010, 02:23 AM	#13
veidtadrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Ozymandias Location: BKK/NO/LDN/MPLS Watch: (2) SS DJ + SS Sub Posts: 311	Beautiful pics man..love the "newman"-esque dial on the daytona! The roman DD is also a beauty!

25 August 2010, 03:11 AM	#18
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	GMT Pepsi!! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

25 August 2010, 04:05 AM	#19
EchoBlueUK "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Posts: 1,543	G-Shock time!

25 August 2010, 04:11 AM	#20
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	love your collection Gerardo!

25 August 2010, 04:26 AM	#21
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Well G, I think it's time to add that white Expy back into your collection You KNOW you want to!!!!

25 August 2010, 04:32 AM	#24
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	By the way K, please remind me WHY I keep giving these as presents to family members????!

25 August 2010, 05:25 AM	#26
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Take the AT and the DJ. And if you have a Casio, Suunto, or Timex, take one with you, too. Great collection btw.

25 August 2010, 05:49 AM	#27
therolexguy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Todd Location: US Posts: 3,528	Since you've already had the white one, it sounds like it's time for a black dial Exp II. Come on. This is too easy.

25 August 2010, 05:58 AM	#28
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	Pick up a Seiko 5.

25 August 2010, 06:09 AM	#29
darthmouse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: EC/Midwest Watch: 16710 Posts: 1,016	Milgauss. Not the most iconic Rolex, thus it is low-profile...

25 August 2010, 06:13 AM	#30
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	Double Red Seadweller should be perfect!

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