Putting a PM Daytona away for 20 years...

[padi56]

Originally Posted by JSolution

I’d rather use the money to make money then buy the Daytona when he comes of age.

Like wise but to some now Rolex watches are little more than £$€ object things.

[DonRickles]

Originally Posted by padi56

Like wise but to some now Rolex watches are little more than £$€ object things.

Notice the “waiver” in my original post then compare it to these replies…… Almost everyone’s redirected the conversation to investments…..

If my grandfather handed me a 20 year old Rolex no matter the preference I’d be way more than stoked!!!!!

But this is not ever going to happen, my grandparents who were of minor means made me who I am.

I can with certainty guarantee a Rolex will be just as revered in 20 years as they are today!

[DonRickles]

Another passion of mine is Corvettes. I’ve owned, restored from ground up and driven them thousands of miles. Earning the highest awards on the planet. I am very lucky to have found a very low mileage (17,300 at purchase) ‘71 Big Block 4 sp. As I pulled away from the seller I turned and said, “ no one will see this car for sale in the next 20 years.” Now some 18 years later with a total of 18,500 miles on it, I’ve almost made my goal!

I do buy and hold! lol 😂

[ttomczak]

Originally Posted by DonRickles

Another passion of mine is Corvettes. I’ve owned, restored from ground up and driven them thousands of miles. Earning the highest awards on the planet. I am very lucky to have found a very low mileage (17,300 at purchase) ‘71 Big Block 4 sp. As I pulled away from the seller I turned and said, “ no one will see this car for sale in the next 20 years.” Now some 18 years later with a total of 18,500 miles on it, I’ve almost made my goal!

I do buy and hold! lol 😂

As a long time Vette owner (been driving them since the 70’s), this actually makes me sad, why have something this special and just not drive it…. That’s the bad part of this. It was meant to be enjoyed, not stored. I’ve never sold a vette that had less than 50k and many with more than that.

Just my 2 cents.

[DonRickles]

Originally Posted by ttomczak

As a long time Vette owner (been driving them since the 70’s), this actually makes me sad, why have something this special and just not drive it…. That’s the bad part of this. It was meant to be enjoyed, not stored. I’ve never sold a vette that had less than 50k and many with more than that.

Just my 2 cents.

Don't fret, there's ALWAYS one Vette, being driven! And driven hard!

Like my Rolex, there's always one on my arm, being driven!

[soicanbefree]

Originally Posted by padi56

Like wise but to some now Rolex watches are little more than £$€ object things.

Is this a bot account?

It seems to type the same thing on every discussion.

[dlrolex]

Originally Posted by padi56

Like wise but to some now Rolex watches are little more than £$€ object things.

[DonRickles]

The consensus here is clearly opposed to the idea, and the large majority here also flipped the question towards the investment aspect....It can be said, they probably can't afford to do this.....

This one line I do think hits the grand slam:

"This entire forum is dedicated to people spending what many others regard as excessive amounts of money on what those others consider to be pointless objects."

Unless an unforeseen event occurs and my wife or I, find the need for these funds, it will sit in my safe (which isn't easily accessed), collecting dust....

Some may remember the history of my WG Daytona journey, and how the first one I purchased broke after only 52 days on my wrist. I do truly believe this was a sign, showing my disrespect for what I had. At that time, it was just a watch, worn with no real regard for how precious or artistic these small machines are. Yes, there are other manufacturers and one of a kind timepieces, but I like Rolex brand for as long as I can remember....

I do thank every single post here, it's the individual thoughts and ideas I love to listen to and learn!

Only 225 months to go!