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Old 7 September 2008, 02:31 AM   #1
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She's arrived!!!!

Well, to make a long story....errr...less long, here is my tale on how I procured my new GMT IIc!!

About 4 months ago, I got a sudden itch to buy another Rolex (go figure ) Sea Dweller (the first one is part of the long story). So, I began to shop around to find a great deal on one. While perusing this site and going to various ADs, I came across the GMT IIc, and I have to say, that it sang to me like the Sea Dweller never has. So, one Saturday, I brought my fiancee to our local AD to show her my new love. "I hate it", she said, "The numbers are huge, please DO NOT buy that--it is not attractive. I like the other one better". She of course was referring to the Sea Dweller. So, I finally found a Z series SD, was content with it, but still really was drawn to the GMT IIC. A few days after receiving the SD, we were at the local AD again and they had a GMT IIc in stock. I tried it on for fun, and my fiancee had this look on her face......kind of a perplexed and "I'm sorry look". She says to me "you know, I actually really like that one, I think better than the SD!" So, I did what any logical person would do--sold the SD, and began to search for a GMT IIc. Now, I have to send a lot of thanks to Scott in this forum for pointing me to Devon's Jewelers. I called the one in Portland (I was about to go to Portland for a week and figured I could pick up the GMTc if they had one in stock and avoid sales tax), but they didn't have one available. However, they informed me that they could order a new one from Rolex for me and it would take about 3 weeks to arrive. I asked about a discount, and the Assistant Manager informed me that he would have to get back to me. After a few back and forths, I ended up paying $6275 with a 5 year warranty. I had them ship the watch to my friend in Portland (to avoid taxes), and just received it fron him today!!!! I have to say, I am THRILLED and all is calm in my house! And without further adieu, here she is:
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Old 7 September 2008, 02:39 AM   #2
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Old 7 September 2008, 02:40 AM   #3
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Nice story and big congratulations, just get ready for next week when your partner says, you know what I liked that SD better
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Old 7 September 2008, 02:41 AM   #4
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Great watch and you will enjoy that puppy very much. I started a thread titled "She finally arrived", but that was about another matter.
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Old 7 September 2008, 04:37 AM   #5
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Nice story and big congratulations, just get ready for next week when your partner says, you know what I liked that SD better
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Old 7 September 2008, 04:38 AM   #6
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Who here has not let their woman make a bad call on a watch..... I don't ask anymore. :)
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Old 7 September 2008, 04:42 AM   #7
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My wife does not want me to get anymore sports models. She thinks they are all to similar. She will be bummed when I get an Expy and a 16610....
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Old 7 September 2008, 04:44 AM   #8
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Congrats and enjoy, it looks perfect.
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Old 7 September 2008, 04:53 AM   #9
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Old 7 September 2008, 05:15 AM   #10
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Who here has not let their woman make a bad call on a watch..... I don't ask anymore. :)

Congrats on a great watch Diggity! And I totally agree with you Pilfir.. I don't ask my wife on watches- oh... wait... I'm not married anymore... I keep forgetting.....

Well, since I don't have to answer to anyone guess I'll go buy another Rolex!!!

I always like to look at the brightside of things
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Old 7 September 2008, 05:42 AM   #11
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Old 7 September 2008, 05:51 AM   #12
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Old 7 September 2008, 05:54 AM   #13
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Congrats. Great watch to be sure.
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Old 7 September 2008, 06:09 AM   #14
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I started a thread titled "She finally arrived", but that was about another matter.
And they insist on giving you directions all the time, and as soon as you arrive they want you to go again
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Old 7 September 2008, 06:26 AM   #15
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Nice Watch, Congrats!
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Old 7 September 2008, 06:30 AM   #16
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I have to get one of these! Congratulations on a great watch!
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Old 7 September 2008, 06:38 AM   #17
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Old 7 September 2008, 08:35 AM   #18
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Old 7 September 2008, 10:05 AM   #19
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Old 7 September 2008, 10:09 AM   #20
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Old 7 September 2008, 10:14 AM   #21
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I'm happy that you ended up with what you like.

I like the GMTIIC a lot and I think you will be very happy with that device.

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Old 7 September 2008, 10:35 AM   #22
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Old 7 September 2008, 10:43 AM   #23
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I dont ask my Fiance any more! It is much easier that way
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Old 7 September 2008, 04:56 PM   #24
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congrats.
Don't you miss the SD though?
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