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s14roller · 29 February 2016, 08:38 AM

First, it's a TV show...not exactly sure we can just assume it's what happens in reality. Second, the richest people in the world still have personal preferences, whether that is a Rolex, Patek, or no watch. As others have pointed out, just because someone has money, doesn't mean they would spend it on any watch. My bro-in-law is at a hedge fund and has zero interest in watches.

Most of the wealthy people I know buy what they like. There are guys that have Pateks, APs, RMs, and still have Rolexes. They are great for what they are, classic, iconic, and worry-free. Who doesn't like a good deal? Drop $100K on a RM, buying a full gold Rolex for $20K is a great buy!

Dyim · 29 February 2016, 09:12 AM

I am into Rolex and will never be a billionaire. So there you go

sierra11b · 29 February 2016, 10:09 AM

When the big boss stops by we talk watches and I enable him. I'm his chef at two area properties so I usually get to sit and talk with him when he's riding solo.

His most expensive piece is a RG DDII and he made a very big deal about how significant the purchase was to him.

He owns a 116613,16613, Breitling Heritage Superocean and MM300 (loved mine and had me buy one for him).

So yeah, he enjoys watches but not at the level he could be enjoying them.

nick c · 29 February 2016, 10:12 AM

I seen Cartier roadster

Touring · 29 February 2016, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fleetlord

During an episode of 'Shark Tank', Billionaire Mark Cuban stated that guys in his position don't NEED a watch...

Whether he was referring to his wealth or his personality type is up to the imagination...

He was referring to the fact that when someone is as wealthy/powerful as him, people operate around his schedule so he doesn't need to tell the time.

AK797 · 29 February 2016, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by zion_rasta

If I was a billionaire I would not buy Patek or IWC.
And I would not buy exotic cars.

What I would buy is a Toyota Landcruiser and a rose gold Daytona on strap.

I wanna be a billionaire so fricking bad... wait a second...

Vespasian · 29 February 2016, 11:54 AM

I love the show and really have had a hard time making out what they are wearing. Although I noticed an AP on the last episode.
How cool would it be to see some near vintage stuff! Rolex vintage stuff

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Timesurfer · 29 February 2016, 03:50 PM

Cool show, I will look for them...

On the whole money what to do with it... Its a nice problem to have, but.... To be honest?

Im a billionaire as far as I´m concerned.... I have health, a warm home, paying the bills, a wife who loves me and good friends, thats about as rich as a guy can get.... AND i can sport a nice Timepeace.... Do i need more? I am very thankfull for that!

zion_rasta · 1 March 2016, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

I wanna be a billionaire so fricking bad... wait a second...

Obviously I can buy both now in cash.

My point is that even if I were to become a millionaire or a billionaire I will not change what I like or who I am.

brandrea · 1 March 2016, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

I wanna be a billionaire so fricking bad... wait a second...

Wait Neil ... You're not

Beauty Daytona worthy of Billionaire status

Dan Pierce · 1 March 2016, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Timesurfer

Cool show, I will look for them...

On the whole money what to do with it... Its a nice problem to have, but.... To be honest?

Im a billionaire as far as I´m concerned.... I have health, a warm home, paying the bills, a wife who loves me and good friends, thats about as rich as a guy can get.... AND i can sport a nice Timepeace.... Do i need more? I am very thankfull for that!

Richer beyond the wildest dreams of those without perspective.

dP

matbaj · 2 March 2016, 01:12 AM

Warren Buffet wears a Rolex. If I was a billionare I would still wear it I like the shape of oyster case and bracelet more than other brands like for example Richard Mille.

IgorModel94 · 3 March 2016, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by mater

Lol ok buddy

You're right, I'm lying. You know so much about me.

Headshrinker · 3 March 2016, 09:48 AM

Billionaire's diversity is not that different from the masses. My Dad grew up with Charles Feeney, the owner of International Duty Free Shops in airports. He wore suits from Sears and wore a Timex, and for a long time lived in his childhood home in Elizabeth, NJ.
Some spend it, some don't.

Muzz · 3 March 2016, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

I wanna be a billionaire so fricking bad... wait a second...

Awesome Neil!!! Yes, no matter what someone's financial wealth is people tend to wear what they like regardless of the cost. Doubtful anyone in that wealth category would be overly insecure on what other's thought.

AK797 · 3 March 2016, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Wait Neil ... You're not

Beauty Daytona worthy of Billionaire status

Quote:

Originally Posted by Muzz

Awesome Neil!!! Yes, no matter what someone's financial wealth is people tend to wear what they like regardless of the cost. Doubtful anyone in that wealth category would be overly insecure on what other's thought.

Cheers guys, I think on this forum we become rather immune to prices and we all get carried away and enabled, but I suppose some of our collections must seem insane to most normal people even if we were billionaires. I remember dreaming of an AP many years ago when I was also normal and thinking I would never buy a piece like that... and looking back on it now it was in SS wasn't even in gold.

Chadridv · 3 March 2016, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Cheers guys, I think on this forum we become rather immune to prices and we all get carried away and enabled, but I suppose some of our collections must seem insane to most normal people even if we were billionaires. I remember dreaming of an AP many years ago when I was also normal and thinking I would never buy a piece like that... and looking back on it now it was in SS wasn't even in gold.

it certainly is all about perspective and priorities. I used to be (still am) really into motorcycles. Aside from the dangerous aspect of riding, no one would think twice if i came home with a brand new $15k motorcycle from the dealership, but most people will NEVER understand buying a $15k watch.

Myself included; I never thought I would break the $3000 marker (which is by no means "cheap"). Whoops

AK797 · 3 March 2016, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chadridv

it certainly is all about perspective and priorities. I used to be (still am) really into motorcycles. Aside from the dangerous aspect of riding, no one would think twice if i came home with a brand new $15k motorcycle from the dealership, but most people will NEVER understand buying a $15k watch.

Myself included; I never thought I would break the $3000 marker (which is by no means "cheap"). Whoops

I hear you Chad and now you've bought that lovely AP ROO. The watch I never dreamed of buying was a much cheaper RO and yet I wouldn't have thought twice about spending 3/4 times that on a car.

brettpaul · 4 March 2016, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Flyingz06

Ridiculous has a Rolex on it each episode...... A skateboard dude. Lol

Rob is a real "baller" mate - DC Shoes....and he was a pro-skater before then and those guys make bank

usling15 · 4 March 2016, 03:46 AM

Watches are jewelry. When it comes down to minute accuracy I will double check my watch with my cellphone.
I want people to notice my expensive watch, but pretend to be indifferent.
The problem is most of us want to be wealthier than we are. All my friends have SS, so I want 18k. My friends have regular, so I want Chrono.
One of my watches is good for 2000m. To get that deep I'll be wearing cement boots.
Look at the ridiculous demand for phony watches, & other luxury goods. Trying
to show you are wealthier than you really are.
Real wealth does not need to prove real wealth. At that stage you just get what you know is the quality you demand & expect for all your efforts.

AK797 · 4 March 2016, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brettpaul

Rob is a real "baller" mate - DC Shoes....and he was a pro-skater before then and those guys make bank

And Steelo was not wearing anything special in the early seasons but now has a DD2. And look at Chumlee on Pawn Stars, must be making crazy money now.

Mystro · 4 March 2016, 05:55 AM

'Stealth wealth' is very popular and the Rolex still fits in that demographic. Most people never notice what watch you are wearing anyway.

4 March 2016, 05:55 AM	#52
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,474	'Stealth wealth' is very popular and the Rolex still fits in that demographic. Most people never notice what watch you are wearing anyway. __________________

29 February 2016, 08:38 AM	#31
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	First, it's a TV show...not exactly sure we can just assume it's what happens in reality. Second, the richest people in the world still have personal preferences, whether that is a Rolex, Patek, or no watch. As others have pointed out, just because someone has money, doesn't mean they would spend it on any watch. My bro-in-law is at a hedge fund and has zero interest in watches. Most of the wealthy people I know buy what they like. There are guys that have Pateks, APs, RMs, and still have Rolexes. They are great for what they are, classic, iconic, and worry-free. Who doesn't like a good deal? Drop $100K on a RM, buying a full gold Rolex for $20K is a great buy!

29 February 2016, 09:12 AM	#32
Dyim "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 2,236	I am into Rolex and will never be a billionaire. So there you go

29 February 2016, 10:09 AM	#33
sierra11b "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: California Watch: MkXVIII, 3570.50 Posts: 1,966	When the big boss stops by we talk watches and I enable him. I'm his chef at two area properties so I usually get to sit and talk with him when he's riding solo. His most expensive piece is a RG DDII and he made a very big deal about how significant the purchase was to him. He owns a 116613,16613, Breitling Heritage Superocean and MM300 (loved mine and had me buy one for him). So yeah, he enjoys watches but not at the level he could be enjoying them.

29 February 2016, 10:12 AM	#34
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	I seen Cartier roadster

29 February 2016, 11:54 AM	#37
Vespasian Banned Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: East coast Posts: 14	I love the show and really have had a hard time making out what they are wearing. Although I noticed an AP on the last episode. How cool would it be to see some near vintage stuff! Rolex vintage stuff Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 February 2016, 03:50 PM	#38
Timesurfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: 12,000+ Lakes! Watch: 16710 Daytona BLNR Posts: 840	Cool show, I will look for them... On the whole money what to do with it... Its a nice problem to have, but.... To be honest? Im a billionaire as far as I´m concerned.... I have health, a warm home, paying the bills, a wife who loves me and good friends, thats about as rich as a guy can get.... AND i can sport a nice Timepeace.... Do i need more? I am very thankfull for that!

2 March 2016, 01:12 AM	#42
matbaj "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mat Location: UK Watch: 114060 & 5167 Posts: 277	Warren Buffet wears a Rolex. If I was a billionare I would still wear it I like the shape of oyster case and bracelet more than other brands like for example Richard Mille.

3 March 2016, 09:48 AM	#44
Headshrinker "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NJ Watch: Day-Date Posts: 4,056	Billionaire's diversity is not that different from the masses. My Dad grew up with Charles Feeney, the owner of International Duty Free Shops in airports. He wore suits from Sears and wore a Timex, and for a long time lived in his childhood home in Elizabeth, NJ. Some spend it, some don't.

4 March 2016, 03:46 AM	#50
usling15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 253	Watches are jewelry. When it comes down to minute accuracy I will double check my watch with my cellphone. I want people to notice my expensive watch, but pretend to be indifferent. The problem is most of us want to be wealthier than we are. All my friends have SS, so I want 18k. My friends have regular, so I want Chrono. One of my watches is good for 2000m. To get that deep I'll be wearing cement boots. Look at the ridiculous demand for phony watches, & other luxury goods. Trying to show you are wealthier than you really are. Real wealth does not need to prove real wealth. At that stage you just get what you know is the quality you demand & expect for all your efforts.

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