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etabellky · 16 February 2020, 12:31 AM

Gentleman,

I have gotten into a terrible habit. Each time I am near an AD I find myself walking in, seemingly without thinking. Unfortunately while shopping for my wife’s Valentine’s present I fell into this trap once again. On Thursday I was at the Lenox Mall in Atlanta to purchase a bracelet for my wife. After making the purchase I found myself walking into Mayor’s for no other reason than to look at the nonexistent sports model Rolex’s. As soon as I make it through the door I glance at the wall display. To my horror there is a 116613LB staring back at me. I immediately knew the situation was dire. You see I previously owned a 16613 and missed it terribly. The new ceramic bezel has grown on me in recent years and the improvements to the bracelet along with the added heft of the watch itself have moved this bluesy to the top of my list. I knew what I had to do. After taking a seat and drinking half of a bottle of water I muttered the words “let’s do it”. Now I am thrilled, ecstatic, and completely elated with my purchase. But this begs the question, when someone realizes they suffer from the same sickness as most of the gentlemen on this forum, IS IT SAFE TO FREQUENTLY VISIT AD’s? I think not. Without further ado.. INCOMING!

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etabellky · 16 February 2020, 12:34 AM

I should also add their was a SA in on his day off and he let me try on his personal watch.

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NYG1121 · 16 February 2020, 12:35 AM

Such a stunner! Congrats!

TswaneNguni · 16 February 2020, 12:38 AM

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.... You see I previously owned a 16613 and missed it terribly.

Wearing my 16613 now .M serial .116613LB in the cupboard.

Blue TT Sub ...is there really anything in Rolex world that beats it ?

Congrats ! Enjoy

Patton250 · 16 February 2020, 12:41 AM

It was a lot more dangerous back in the day when they actually had everything in stock. Most of the time nowadays it’s perfectly safe to walk in because I stop at several boutiques a week while I travel and they pretty much are always empty. In fact the only things I ever see of late has been the SD43mm, the blusey and the James Cameron. Those seem to be (more often now)everywhere. I did see a YG Sky Dweller black dial that was stunning this week.

Congrats on your sub. A total classic and beautiful.

BumbleB · 16 February 2020, 12:42 AM

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Congrats! We all suffer the same habit...

Btw, is that a GMTII Black on the SA’s wrist? I think so, judging from the PCLs...

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YUL · 16 February 2020, 12:44 AM

Congratulations! You are right, walking into an AD is a slippery slope.

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TheGuvna · 16 February 2020, 12:44 AM

Lovely pick up!

mmmmp · 16 February 2020, 12:45 AM

Safe for you physically but the old wallet might take some hard hits.

My opinion is life is too short and if it doesn't jeopardize your household finances or drive the wife to apoplexy, then by all means satisfy yourself and be happy.

Congrats on the Sub, the updates are excellent and really improve the reference. Although, the 3135 movement will be upgraded shortly so hopefully that's not important to you. In any case, great score.

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Mohawkman450 · 16 February 2020, 12:46 AM

Yip it’s a terrible affliction ! Nice one

HopWatch · 16 February 2020, 12:50 AM

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I had those two exact watches. Bluesy came after the Daytona. I had wanted a Bluesy for as long as I can remember. Always thought it was a stunner. Not sure why but I never bonded with it and almost never wore it after the first few months. I think it was too flashy for me now and I’m more a one metal watch person now. Tastes change over the years. I still think it’s a beautiful watch. I ended up selling the Bluesy for SS SkyD.

Congrats on your purchase and wear in the best of health. And no, it’s not safe to frequent your AD unless you’re prepared to feed the addiction

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etabellky · 16 February 2020, 12:53 AM

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Congrats! We all suffer the same habit...

Btw, is that a GMTII Black on the SA’s wrist? I think so, judging from the PCLs...

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It was actually Batman. Beautiful watch also.

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WatchLurv · 16 February 2020, 12:54 AM

It's very safe nowadays.

Congrats on your new bluesy!

etabellky · 16 February 2020, 12:55 AM

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Safe for you physically but the old wallet might take some hard hits.

My opinion is life is too short and if it doesn't jeopardize your household finances or drive the wife to apoplexy, then by all means satisfy yourself and be happy.

Congrats on the Sub, the updates are excellent and really improve the reference. Although, the 3135 movement will be upgraded shortly so hopefully that's not important to you. In any case, great score.

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I considered the movement upgrade but it’s not really important to me. I don’t wear my watches on any type of schedule and I sort of enjoy the mechanics of winding the watch so it an extra 24 hours of power reserve didn’t really move the needle for me. In terms of future value I suspect Rolex will make at least minor aesthetic changes with the introduction of a new movement. I plan on keeping it forever so I’m not concerned about resale.

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brandrea · 16 February 2020, 12:57 AM

Well done Eric, congratulations

Just1More · 16 February 2020, 01:11 AM

Fabulous--wear it in good health!

hrm · 16 February 2020, 01:18 AM

This is the reason I drop in. Congrats!

Bizcut1 · 16 February 2020, 01:22 AM

HUGE congrats - a classic!

mmmmp · 16 February 2020, 03:47 AM

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I considered the movement upgrade but it’s not really important to me. I don’t wear my watches on any type of schedule and I sort of enjoy the mechanics of winding the watch so it an extra 24 hours of power reserve didn’t really move the needle for me. In terms of future value I suspect Rolex will make at least minor aesthetic changes with the introduction of a new movement. I plan on keeping it forever so I’m not concerned about resale.

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Understood. Just for the record: In no way was I insinuating future value or selling. I have a DJ41 which features the 3235. and the 70 hour power reserve is a wonderful bonus for me. Others could care less so clearly it's a subjective issue. To each his own. The only thing of importance is the enjoyment of owning a classic Rolex.

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Uga2007 · 16 February 2020, 04:01 AM

Nice pick up Eric! That’s my AD as well and I frequently stop in and chat with Poppy and the rest of their team! Very nice people and a beautiful store.

datejustrms · 16 February 2020, 04:08 AM

Congratulations on the Bluesy!

Nikrnic · 16 February 2020, 04:14 AM

Congrats on your Bluesy!.. Thats how I purchased my Expll polar which also led to a chain of events for me. I liked the polar but it wasn't on my radar, once i tried it on that warm feeling came over me but still i walked only to return the next morning, mine now. A short while after the SA/manager called and offered me a Batman, mine! Again a few months later and to make it a complete Gmt tri-fecta they took in an F ser. 16710 full set that they had sold new, that one's been on my radar for awhile so of course it ended up on my wrist as well. So ya, it's not always safe but it was fun, costly but worth it.

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Brainh18 · 16 February 2020, 04:19 AM

Nice watch. Hope you paid a fair price. Enjoy.

MacDaddyOC · 16 February 2020, 04:24 AM

My dream is to walk into an AD and for them to actually have in stock what I'm looking for. You did the right thing. Congrats, she's a beauty.

Odie-r · 16 February 2020, 04:47 AM

Congrats on your new LB. Beautiful.

Oldwoods · 16 February 2020, 04:48 AM

Congrats. Wearing my 16613 bluesy today.
It is definitely dangerous to walk into the local AD.
Been in twice this year and left with an Explorer II and a Breitling Avenger Seawolf.
I’ll have to close my eyes and run past for the next few weeks.

16 February 2020, 12:31 AM	#1
etabellky "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Real Name: Eric Location: Atlanta Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 51	Is it safe to visit AD’s regularly? Gentleman, I have gotten into a terrible habit. Each time I am near an AD I find myself walking in, seemingly without thinking. Unfortunately while shopping for my wife’s Valentine’s present I fell into this trap once again. On Thursday I was at the Lenox Mall in Atlanta to purchase a bracelet for my wife. After making the purchase I found myself walking into Mayor’s for no other reason than to look at the nonexistent sports model Rolex’s. As soon as I make it through the door I glance at the wall display. To my horror there is a 116613LB staring back at me. I immediately knew the situation was dire. You see I previously owned a 16613 and missed it terribly. The new ceramic bezel has grown on me in recent years and the improvements to the bracelet along with the added heft of the watch itself have moved this bluesy to the top of my list. I knew what I had to do. After taking a seat and drinking half of a bottle of water I muttered the words “let’s do it”. Now I am thrilled, ecstatic, and completely elated with my purchase. But this begs the question, when someone realizes they suffer from the same sickness as most of the gentlemen on this forum, IS IT SAFE TO FREQUENTLY VISIT AD’s? I think not. Without further ado.. INCOMING! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 February 2020, 12:41 AM	#9
Patton250 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Brett Location: Florida Watch: 5205R Posts: 5,160	It was a lot more dangerous back in the day when they actually had everything in stock. Most of the time nowadays it’s perfectly safe to walk in because I stop at several boutiques a week while I travel and they pretty much are always empty. In fact the only things I ever see of late has been the SD43mm, the blusey and the James Cameron. Those seem to be (more often now)everywhere. I did see a YG Sky Dweller black dial that was stunning this week. Congrats on your sub. A total classic and beautiful. __________________ Morality does not derive from consensus. It only comes from one place. Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall. Often times unbelief is disguised as wisdom Instagram - patton250

16 February 2020, 12:44 AM	#12
TheGuvna "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Southern VA Watch: GS/Omega Posts: 181	Lovely pick up! __________________ I like watches and other stuff. Just ask me!

16 February 2020, 04:01 AM	#24
Uga2007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Evan Location: Atlanta Watch: DSSD D-BLUE Posts: 203	Nice pick up Eric! That’s my AD as well and I frequently stop in and chat with Poppy and the rest of their team! Very nice people and a beautiful store. __________________ Calibre de Cartier Diver Explorer II Polar 216570 Datejust 41 Blue 126300 Deepsea Sea-Dweller D-BLUE 126660

16 February 2020, 04:47 AM	#29
Odie-r "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 4,452	Congrats on your new LB. Beautiful. __________________ @watchtheleftwrist

16 February 2020, 12:32 AM	#3
etabellky "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Real Name: Eric Location: Atlanta Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 51	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 February 2020, 12:33 AM	#5
etabellky "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Real Name: Eric Location: Atlanta Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 51	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 February 2020, 12:34 AM	#6
etabellky "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Real Name: Eric Location: Atlanta Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 51	I should also add their was a SA in on his day off and he let me try on his personal watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 February 2020, 12:35 AM	#7
NYG1121 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NE Posts: 2,896	Such a stunner! Congrats!

16 February 2020, 12:44 AM	#11
YUL "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Montreal Watch: Datejust 126333 Posts: 50	Congratulations! You are right, walking into an AD is a slippery slope. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 February 2020, 12:45 AM	#13
mmmmp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mark P Location: Toronto Watch: SS Wimbledon DJ41 Posts: 2,046	Safe for you physically but the old wallet might take some hard hits. My opinion is life is too short and if it doesn't jeopardize your household finances or drive the wife to apoplexy, then by all means satisfy yourself and be happy. Congrats on the Sub, the updates are excellent and really improve the reference. Although, the 3135 movement will be upgraded shortly so hopefully that's not important to you. In any case, great score. Sent from my SM-A520W using Tapatalk

16 February 2020, 12:46 AM	#14
Mohawkman450 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Kahnawake Watch: Rolex 116719BLRO Posts: 144	Yip it’s a terrible affliction ! Nice one

16 February 2020, 12:54 AM	#17
WatchLurv Banned Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Moon Watch: Swiss Posts: 2,270	It's very safe nowadays. Congrats on your new bluesy!

16 February 2020, 12:57 AM	#19
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,741	Well done Eric, congratulations

16 February 2020, 01:11 AM	#20
Just1More "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: North America Posts: 259	Fabulous--wear it in good health!

16 February 2020, 01:18 AM	#21
hrm "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 353	This is the reason I drop in. Congrats!

16 February 2020, 01:22 AM	#22
Bizcut1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Real Name: Ben Location: Valley of the Sun Watch: 126331 126610 3861 Posts: 3,249	HUGE congrats - a classic!

16 February 2020, 04:08 AM	#25
datejustrms "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,799	Congratulations on the Bluesy!

16 February 2020, 04:14 AM	#26
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,171	Congrats on your Bluesy!.. Thats how I purchased my Expll polar which also led to a chain of events for me. I liked the polar but it wasn't on my radar, once i tried it on that warm feeling came over me but still i walked only to return the next morning, mine now. A short while after the SA/manager called and offered me a Batman, mine! Again a few months later and to make it a complete Gmt tri-fecta they took in an F ser. 16710 full set that they had sold new, that one's been on my radar for awhile so of course it ended up on my wrist as well. So ya, it's not always safe but it was fun, costly but worth it. Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk

16 February 2020, 04:19 AM	#27
Brainh18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Brian Location: Colorado Watch: Rolex BLNR, Sub Posts: 277	Nice watch. Hope you paid a fair price. Enjoy.

16 February 2020, 04:24 AM	#28
MacDaddyOC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: Rick Location: Irvine, CA Watch: Seeking My 1st. Posts: 84	My dream is to walk into an AD and for them to actually have in stock what I'm looking for. You did the right thing. Congrats, she's a beauty.

16 February 2020, 04:48 AM	#30
Oldwoods "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Scotland Watch: Rolex Hulk Posts: 492	Congrats. Wearing my 16613 bluesy today. It is definitely dangerous to walk into the local AD. Been in twice this year and left with an Explorer II and a Breitling Avenger Seawolf. I’ll have to close my eyes and run past for the next few weeks. __________________ Enjoying: Daytona, Submariner Hulk, Bluesy, Seadweller, Explorer, White Milgauss, DJ41 fluted and mint green. Oyster Perpetual 41 green dial, Oyster Perpetual 39 grape dial, Oyster Perpetual 41 Celebration dial, Tudor BB Harrods edition, Tudor BB 41 Burgundy (metas edition).

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