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Old 13 November 2011, 09:46 PM   #1
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My Report ~ London Christmas GTG 12 November 2011

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Checked in at the “The Tower Hotel” and my view of “mini Monaco”



Finally made it to the “Dickens Inn” and again received a very warm welcome from fellow TRFers …



… plenty of watch chat was evident









… then a very pleasant surprise with the arrival of Paul (ayecarumba) from the US with a little gift for Spuds











… although this was the first time Paul was meeting us, as always happens, it wasn’t long before that simple “Rolex” moniker fostered more friendships







Paul (ayecarumba) showing us how and WHY he wears his GMT the way he does … ‘cos he's an AIRLINE PILOT …



… at the Controls



Since some of us missed out on the “original” table shot, we had a mini table shot …







As the evening progressed, we were graced with the presence of lovely English Roses
Mrs spuds and Mrs BH13GMT






As the GTG came to an end, some of us then went for Dinner and thoroughly enjoyed it …





Dan then received another Gift …











(PS. censored just in case the Mods ... !!)

… so till the next time CHEERS




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Old 13 November 2011, 09:51 PM   #2
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Nice pics David. Thank you for sharing
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Old 13 November 2011, 09:54 PM   #3
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Awesome pics and awesome GTG!
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Old 13 November 2011, 09:57 PM   #4
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Great write up!! Thanks for the pics my friend!!!!
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Old 13 November 2011, 10:01 PM   #5
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nice work, looks like everyone had a great day!
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Old 13 November 2011, 10:02 PM   #6
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I felt ...I was there...Great meeting - great company - great pictures..
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Old 13 November 2011, 10:08 PM   #7
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Great PICs David, thanks for sharing.

Looks as though everyone had a real fine time.
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Old 13 November 2011, 10:10 PM   #8
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Great pics David. It was a pleasure to see you again but a shame I had to dash off.
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Old 13 November 2011, 10:37 PM   #9
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great GTG and pics thanks looks like you all had a great time
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Old 13 November 2011, 11:01 PM   #10
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Great pictorial, David. It's tough to participate in the GTG AND take pics for the world to enjoy. Believe me, I know. Thanks for letting us tag along.

Paul, I too was once the "visiting yank" and enjoyed a extraordinary day with my TRF mates. Best part of my trip to London.
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Old 14 November 2011, 02:04 AM   #11
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Great pics David
Really looking forward meeting you guys next summer
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Old 14 November 2011, 02:22 AM   #12
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Great report David. Glad someone actually kept it together to take the photos.

All the best and until next time .......
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Old 14 November 2011, 04:10 AM   #13
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David thank you for taking so many great pictures.....



You're a Gentleman & an absolute asset to the forum....





It was an absolute pleasure to catch up with you my friend & I look forward to seeing you again in the Summer.
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Old 14 November 2011, 04:17 AM   #14
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Another successful event......well done everyone!!
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Old 14 November 2011, 07:03 AM   #15
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Dan, my heartfelt thanks to you for making it all happen ...
Roll on Summer !!!

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David thank you for taking so many great pictures.....



You're a Gentleman & an absolute asset to the forum....





It was an absolute pleasure to catch up with you my friend & I look forward to seeing you again in the Summer.
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Old 14 November 2011, 07:16 AM   #16
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David

Thanks for posting the pics, some great shots there. As always, it is a pleasure to be in your company, look forward to the next one for sure.
I hope you didnt spend too much time in the office on sunday
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Old 14 November 2011, 07:53 AM   #17
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Old 14 November 2011, 07:53 AM   #18
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Fantastic pictures David and a great write upLooks like you all had a brilliant time. Really enjoyed seeing all your faces again and meeting new ones......another wonderful TRF GTG
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Old 14 November 2011, 08:19 AM   #19
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Nice!!! Arrived into London today - missed it by a day!
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Old 14 November 2011, 12:51 PM   #20
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Thanks!

David,

So nice meeting all of you last night. I am truly humbled and grateful for the warm welcome and hospitality I enjoyed. I was disappointed that I had to leave early. Awesome pics....next time beer's are on me and I hope that is soon!


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Old 14 November 2011, 12:58 PM   #21
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Great pictorial, David. It's tough to participate in the GTG AND take pics for the world to enjoy. Believe me, I know. Thanks for letting us tag along.

Paul, I too was once the "visiting yank" and enjoyed a extraordinary day with my TRF mates. Best part of my trip to London.
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It was an absolute pleasure and great time! I volunteer to be a "visiting yank" wherever the Rolex GTGs go and the beer flows! Hope to see you at one and enjoy a cigar!


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Old 14 November 2011, 01:20 PM   #22
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Old 15 November 2011, 02:20 AM   #23
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Old 15 November 2011, 02:47 AM   #24
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looks like yet another great GTG, need to get cover at work & make the next one
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Old 15 November 2011, 10:07 PM   #26
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Great report my friend and good "seeing" you.

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Old 16 November 2011, 10:45 AM   #28
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