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Baronrojo · 14 October 2013, 05:35 PM

Haters gonna hate. I've had a few negative comments on my Rolexes...most recent was as straightforward as "I don't like Rolex" by a co-worker. It's nice to see their reaction when you agree with them and say something along the lines of..."I completely understand you...Rolex are not for everyone."

Degas · 14 October 2013, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

I can't recall the brand, but I can describe it.
It had a massive face, somewhere in the vicinity of 50mm, and an equally large crown that to me looked disproportionate to the rest of the watch. On a tan leather strap that matched the dial.

These obese watches are

Passionata · 14 October 2013, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

I can't recall the brand, but I can describe it.
It had a massive face, somewhere in the vicinity of 50mm, and an equally large crown that to me looked disproportionate to the rest of the watch. On a tan leather strap that matched the dial.

so , it was a Panerai.:-)

bayerische · 14 October 2013, 06:34 PM

You handled it well, but he seems like a douche.

Bangel · 14 October 2013, 07:08 PM

You didn't take the bait, which to me, is something straight out of the play book for handling the situation with style and class.

Well played.

Racerdj · 14 October 2013, 08:29 PM

Great reaction on your part. His true colors were evident and on display.

1675-David · 14 October 2013, 08:31 PM

zenned out is where it's at!!

Roma315 · 14 October 2013, 08:32 PM

Haters gonna hate

PanosI · 14 October 2013, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bangel

You didn't take the bait, which to me, is something straight out of the play book for handling the situation with style and class.

Well played.

What Julian said

scranger · 14 October 2013, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

I can't recall the brand, but I can describe it.
It had a massive face, somewhere in the vicinity of 50mm, and an equally large crown that to me looked disproportionate to the rest of the watch. On a tan leather strap that matched the dial.

Sounds like the Flavor Flay look. Your dignified response displayed the inherent class of Rolex owners.

The Joker · 14 October 2013, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I would have beat him severely about the head and shoulders.

Camel · 14 October 2013, 08:42 PM

Reacted like a true Rolex WIS !

cop414 · 14 October 2013, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waqstar

You were a gentleman, shows class!

Quote:

Originally Posted by MisterStefan

Those kinds of comments you only have to ignore.
You handled it well.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bayerische

You handled it well, but he seems like a douche.

+100
Very well played sir, guy sounds like a dweeb.

mjclark32 · 14 October 2013, 08:46 PM

SUBversive · 14 October 2013, 08:47 PM

Good move by you. The sad thing is the relationship. Who would want to double date like that again? Hope she doesn't date him long.....

kenn18 · 14 October 2013, 09:00 PM

You have class, and I am happy that that was a Rolex on your wrist!

Cc1966 · 14 October 2013, 09:12 PM

When I was younger a pissing contest probably would have started. You did the right thing...always best to take the high road.

bradiowausa · 14 October 2013, 10:00 PM

I would like to hope that I would do the same thing

Doug T · 14 October 2013, 10:09 PM

I likely would have likely said that perhaps one day he might be as fortunate to wear a Rolex as well. I'm sure he made a great impression on his girlfriend. You did well!

Cesium133 · 14 October 2013, 10:22 PM

As others have said, you handled it well. Hope your girlfriend noticed that you were mature about it and you got some good boyfriend points for it. As for the guy, perhaps he was just trying to start a conversation about watches and got off on the wrong foot. If he truly is obnoxious, I hope you don't need to see him often in the future.

TempoKing · 14 October 2013, 10:26 PM

You ...did fantastic "grasshopper"..

( you said you are zenned...lol)

By the way, last Saturday I went to buy and sell watches at the Miami
World Watch Traders show at the double tree MIA airport.
I have about eight 1601's in various forms in stock
but only took 4 to sell at the show ! ...GUESS WHAT...all 4 sold
within 25 minutes of my arrival...as if it was... "manna from heaven"
So I am glad you are the proud owner of one of the BEST classic
Rolex watches ever made...

77T · 14 October 2013, 10:40 PM

Well I agree with others about your self-control...

But sometimes a well placed F%#& You!!! between the salad course and the entree will aid your digestion

eeh100773 · 14 October 2013, 10:45 PM

Everything you said was spot on, except for when you used the word 'bestie'.

Seriously Nick, a birth year 1601 is on my wish list. And you sir, have a nice watch!

c.rod · 14 October 2013, 10:47 PM

a nice reaction could have been. " oh , i think i saw justin beiber wearing that watch on tmz, it looks nice on you though" lol ultimate burn

Trouble15 · 14 October 2013, 11:17 PM

Good move. Guy's a clown.

Touring · 14 October 2013, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I would have beat him severely about the head and shoulders.

This is what I would have played out in my head.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DCgator

I simply would've said "good for you" and add nothing more.

This is what I would have done.

You handled it well and took the high road. :thumbup:

MR.GMT · 14 October 2013, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lig

I think you handled that as well as could be.

What was he wearing? A Nixon?

Hey i have a Nixon as well is that a problem

beshannon · 14 October 2013, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

First negative comment

It wont be your last, enjoy your watch and move on

Some people do not understand and that is ok

Rags · 14 October 2013, 11:39 PM

I think you handled it quite well. Some people wouldn't know class if it slapped them in the face.

subtona · 14 October 2013, 11:43 PM

i think it was great he noticed your watch, now he just needs some knowledge.

If he sticks around, youll have him wearing a proper watch soon enough and maybe even a new wis buddy

14 October 2013, 06:34 PM	#34
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	You handled it well, but he seems like a douche. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

14 October 2013, 08:29 PM	#36
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	Great reaction on your part. His true colors were evident and on display. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

14 October 2013, 08:32 PM	#38
Roma315 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: New York(Upstate) Watch: The clock Posts: 992	Haters gonna hate __________________

14 October 2013, 08:42 PM	#42
Camel "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Willem Location: Pretoria RSA Watch: ROLEXROLEXROLEX Posts: 1,072	Reacted like a true Rolex WIS ! __________________ Rolex Datejust II WG/SS Blue 116334 "8368xxxx" Rolex Sea-Dweller SD43 126600 "94A6xxxx" Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660 "V84xxxx" Rolex Deepsea D-Blue Horizon 116660 "3170xxxx" Rolex Explorer II Polar 16570 "T20xxxx" Rolex Explorer II Black 216570 "G53xxxx" Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 "P32xxxx" Rolex GMT-Master II Ceramic 116710LN "V97xxxx" Rolex Submariner 16610 "Z61xxxx" Rolex Submariner Ceramic 116610LN "G79xxxx"

14 October 2013, 08:46 PM	#44
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	__________________

14 October 2013, 05:35 PM	#31
Baronrojo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: CA Watch: Rolex Posts: 267	Haters gonna hate. I've had a few negative comments on my Rolexes...most recent was as straightforward as "I don't like Rolex" by a co-worker. It's nice to see their reaction when you agree with them and say something along the lines of..."I completely understand you...Rolex are not for everyone."

14 October 2013, 07:08 PM	#35
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	You didn't take the bait, which to me, is something straight out of the play book for handling the situation with style and class. Well played.

14 October 2013, 08:31 PM	#37
1675-David "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 6,060	zenned out is where it's at!!

14 October 2013, 08:47 PM	#45
SUBversive Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: ri Watch: Sun Dial Posts: 14,346	Good move by you. The sad thing is the relationship. Who would want to double date like that again? Hope she doesn't date him long.....

14 October 2013, 09:00 PM	#46
kenn18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: New City Watch: Rolex Posts: 169	You have class, and I am happy that that was a Rolex on your wrist!

14 October 2013, 09:12 PM	#47
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	When I was younger a pissing contest probably would have started. You did the right thing...always best to take the high road. __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

14 October 2013, 10:00 PM	#48
bradiowausa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Brad Location: Iowa Watch: Air-King Posts: 625	I would like to hope that I would do the same thing

14 October 2013, 10:09 PM	#49
Doug T "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Anola, Manitoba Watch: GMT Master 11 Posts: 431	I likely would have likely said that perhaps one day he might be as fortunate to wear a Rolex as well. I'm sure he made a great impression on his girlfriend. You did well!

14 October 2013, 10:22 PM	#50
Cesium133 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Posts: 2,037	As others have said, you handled it well. Hope your girlfriend noticed that you were mature about it and you got some good boyfriend points for it. As for the guy, perhaps he was just trying to start a conversation about watches and got off on the wrong foot. If he truly is obnoxious, I hope you don't need to see him often in the future.

14 October 2013, 10:26 PM	#51
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	You ...did fantastic "grasshopper".. ( you said you are zenned...lol) By the way, last Saturday I went to buy and sell watches at the Miami World Watch Traders show at the double tree MIA airport. I have about eight 1601's in various forms in stock but only took 4 to sell at the show ! ...GUESS WHAT...all 4 sold within 25 minutes of my arrival...as if it was... "manna from heaven" So I am glad you are the proud owner of one of the BEST classic Rolex watches ever made...

14 October 2013, 10:40 PM	#52
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,922	Well I agree with others about your self-control... But sometimes a well placed F%#& You!!! between the salad course and the entree will aid your digestion __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

14 October 2013, 10:45 PM	#53
eeh100773 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: "Fast" Eddie Location: Asbury Park NJ Watch: 14060 T Series '96 Posts: 1,482	Everything you said was spot on, except for when you used the word 'bestie'. Seriously Nick, a birth year 1601 is on my wish list. And you sir, have a nice watch!

14 October 2013, 10:47 PM	#54
c.rod "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,252	a nice reaction could have been. " oh , i think i saw justin beiber wearing that watch on tmz, it looks nice on you though" lol ultimate burn

14 October 2013, 11:17 PM	#55
Trouble15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: USA Watch: A few Posts: 8,881	Good move. Guy's a clown.

14 October 2013, 11:39 PM	#59
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	I think you handled it quite well. Some people wouldn't know class if it slapped them in the face. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

14 October 2013, 11:43 PM	#60
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,550	i think it was great he noticed your watch, now he just needs some knowledge. If he sticks around, youll have him wearing a proper watch soon enough and maybe even a new wis buddy __________________

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