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acosspr · 26 December 2009, 10:10 PM

Very nice..congrats!

crazyfingers · 26 December 2009, 10:30 PM

Loved the story behind your watch. Makes it a lil more special. Congrats

Matt_24 · 26 December 2009, 10:59 PM

What a watch! Great story.

hsfrank · 26 December 2009, 11:28 PM

Beautiful Blue Bezel Sub. Congrats. So what & when for number 2?

TSW · 27 December 2009, 12:30 AM

Great story!! Congrats on your first Rolex!!

Badfish179 · 27 December 2009, 01:13 AM

What a terrific story! I really enjoyed it. The best part was the role your wife and brother played in the purchase. I would love to have that kind of support! I wish you and your family the best of luck in everything you do. Thanks for sharing!

URDOC · 27 December 2009, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by DRMOVIE1

congrats!

out of curiosity did you consider the new Ceramic TT serti?

Yes. It was very impressive. The feel of the watch is, if I may, solid. From the clasp design to the solid end-links to the ceramic bezel. To be honest the case was a bit square for my liking---but it took me a while to like the new design of the BMW and the Cadillac. The blue is a different color than the standard Rolex that I've seen for some many years. It's an incredible watch and definitely a piece of art. But on Dec 24, 2009 I just couldn't let the 16613 go.

eyen · 27 December 2009, 01:51 AM

Congrat on your first Rolex, but It's strange to me(in Asia) that you can buy a Rolex with a personal cheque.

URDOC · 27 December 2009, 01:54 AM

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Originally Posted by hsfrank

Beautiful Blue Bezel Sub. Congrats. So what & when for number 2?

Funny I had a conversation this morning with my wife. It's most likely years off----but man do I like that TT GMT. I have 3 daughter's under the age of 5 so I better be putting a little in the 529 college plans

rpryan55 · 27 December 2009, 01:55 AM

I've the same dial (diamonds and sapphire markers) on a Yacht Master. You'll never tire of looking at it - it is my favorite dial, period, of all the Rolex dials.

Great story, great watch - and, from the sounds of it, great family.

URDOC · 27 December 2009, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by eyen

Congrat on your first Rolex, but It's strange to me(in Asia) that you can buy a Rolex with a personal cheque.

Good point. I never really thought of it until you mentioned it. I now agreee. My wife worked their for 6 years albeit hasn't in nearly 10. The owner knows us personally. Perhaps that played the biggest role. I just asked my wife this and she agrees they would rarely accept a check in that amount unless the person was known. Man I don't know if I could have gone to the bank and took the price of the watch out in cash

dmc · 27 December 2009, 02:01 AM

Congratulations.

You are obviously blessed with a great wife.

Enjoy the watch in good health..........

URDOC · 27 December 2009, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Badfish179

What a terrific story! I really enjoyed it. The best part was the role your wife and brother played in the purchase. I would love to have that kind of support! I wish you and your family the best of luck in everything you do. Thanks for sharing!

Greatly appreciated. It was a great moment and interestly I think for us all.

URDOC · 27 December 2009, 02:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Evan614

You sound like me. I go to every AD I see and drool on the case and then ask to look at one or two watches and in the end I say thanks I need to think about it a bit.
I turn 40 next month and I decided that will be my birthday gift to myself. I have narrowed it down to a Yacht Master two tone and will probably have a blue face. One guy in the UK has one listed on this website for a reasonable price but he is looking for a local buyer and I am looking to feel it in my hand before buying.

Congrats on the decision!! After struggling with my own decision beasts---I couldn't be happier pulling the trigger. Take your time and enjoy the moment; you'll only buy your first Rolex once. The Yachtmaster is a beauty.

Erix · 27 December 2009, 02:08 AM

Nice !!

Numismatist · 27 December 2009, 02:12 AM

Very nice, that Serti dial is something special!

Watch Professor · 27 December 2009, 02:15 AM

Great story. Congratulations.

URDOC · 27 December 2009, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 1watchaholic

Cool story, and a great wife to help you realize your grail. This will be a Christmas to remember and not soon forgotten. Enjoy that beauty! There has not been a better feeling than when I handed over the most money ever to obtain a watch. Enjoy it, don't get buyers remorse and wear it in good health.

You definitely hit home here---appreciate the comment.

Pep04 · 27 December 2009, 02:31 AM

Great story and congratulations.

I used to be the same way. I used to associate a Rolex with a tattoo, you get one and you're stuck with them.

Now, I understand the resale advantage and the fact that, much like tattoos (right Justin), they are highly addicting.

You just popped your cherry, now you are going to want another and then another.

Merry Christmas.

Nicko · 27 December 2009, 02:46 AM

Great story, thanks for sharing it.

GoldenBear · 27 December 2009, 02:47 AM

Nice to have a wife that is supportive. It makes all the difference.

URDOC · 27 December 2009, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by GoldenBear

Nice to have a wife that is supportive. It makes all the difference.

Absolutely agree.

URDOC · 27 December 2009, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Pep04

Great story and congratulations.

I used to be the same way. I used to associate a Rolex with a tattoo, you get one and you're stuck with them.

Now, I understand the resale advantage and the fact that, much like tattoos (right Justin), they are highly addicting.

You just popped your cherry, now you are going to want another and then another.

Merry Christmas.

Starting to understand this concept!

Browining · 27 December 2009, 04:06 AM

Fantastic story!!! Enjoyed reading it very much and shared in your excitement. You've made a great choice. Enjoy your new Rolex.

Browning

NitroRacer · 27 December 2009, 04:48 AM

That's a beautiful watch! Congratulations, and enjoy in good health.

carlhaluss · 27 December 2009, 05:04 AM

Congratulations! And you must be having an amazing holiday!
Great story and very well narrated!
That is a gorgeous watch! I have never quite seen a combo like the configuration you have. There is certainly a lot going on there, and it all works! It looks great!
As time goes by, I am becoming a big fan of the silver/gold combo. I would love a Rolex one day with the Everose and stainless combo.
That royal blue really works well with the watch!
Have fun with it!
Cheers,
Carl

thahhab · 27 December 2009, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by sakuraba

First time is always the toughest! Now comes the hard part: saying no to the second!

Welcome to TRF!

Welcome to Rolex Addiction Club.

Gorgeous watch

26 December 2009, 11:28 PM	#34
hsfrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Herbert Frank Location: Middletown,De Watch: President Posts: 1,641	Beautiful Blue Bezel Sub. Congrats. So what & when for number 2? __________________ Time and Tide wait for no man Rolex Cellini 4133 Tudor North Flag HERS: Rolex TTDJ

27 December 2009, 12:30 AM	#35
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Great story!! Congrats on your first Rolex!! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

27 December 2009, 01:13 AM	#36
Badfish179 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Snook Location: USS Bluefish Watch: Pam24, Seamaster Posts: 883	What a terrific story! I really enjoyed it. The best part was the role your wife and brother played in the purchase. I would love to have that kind of support! I wish you and your family the best of luck in everything you do. Thanks for sharing! __________________ Truth will rise above falsehood as oil above water. - Miguel De Cervantes

27 December 2009, 01:55 AM	#40
rpryan55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Dick Location: USA Watch: SubND,DD,SSDaytona Posts: 2,257	I've the same dial (diamonds and sapphire markers) on a Yacht Master. You'll never tire of looking at it - it is my favorite dial, period, of all the Rolex dials. Great story, great watch - and, from the sounds of it, great family. __________________ “The only reason for time ....................... is so that everything doesn't happen at once." Albert Einstein

27 December 2009, 02:01 AM	#42
dmc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Don Location: SE USA Watch: Rolex GMTIIC Posts: 392	Congratulations. You are obviously blessed with a great wife. Enjoy the watch in good health.......... __________________ R.I.P. JJ Rolex GMTIIC M Rolex GMTIIC V TRF Rolex 16610 M Rolex 116610 G Omega SMP Live Free Or Die

26 December 2009, 10:10 PM	#31
acosspr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: US-MST Posts: 91	Very nice..congrats!

26 December 2009, 10:30 PM	#32
crazyfingers "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Arjun Location: India Watch: Submariner 14060M Posts: 347	Loved the story behind your watch. Makes it a lil more special. Congrats

26 December 2009, 10:59 PM	#33
Matt_24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DC Posts: 148	What a watch! Great story.

27 December 2009, 01:51 AM	#38
eyen Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Hong Kong Watch: Submariner Posts: 168	Congrat on your first Rolex, but It's strange to me(in Asia) that you can buy a Rolex with a personal cheque.

27 December 2009, 02:08 AM	#45
Erix "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Nice, France Watch: D Sub date 16610 Posts: 929	Nice !! __________________ Nice is nice

27 December 2009, 02:12 AM	#46
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Very nice, that Serti dial is something special! __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

27 December 2009, 02:15 AM	#47
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	Great story. Congratulations.

27 December 2009, 02:31 AM	#49
Pep04 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Pep Location: Miami Watch: GMTIIc, Pam320 Posts: 2,773	Great story and congratulations. I used to be the same way. I used to associate a Rolex with a tattoo, you get one and you're stuck with them. Now, I understand the resale advantage and the fact that, much like tattoos (right Justin), they are highly addicting. You just popped your cherry, now you are going to want another and then another. Merry Christmas. __________________ "Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." -Benjamin Franklin Prick #8

27 December 2009, 02:46 AM	#50
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	Great story, thanks for sharing it.

27 December 2009, 02:47 AM	#51
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	Nice to have a wife that is supportive. It makes all the difference. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

27 December 2009, 04:06 AM	#54
Browining "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 258	Fantastic story!!! Enjoyed reading it very much and shared in your excitement. You've made a great choice. Enjoy your new Rolex. Browning

27 December 2009, 04:48 AM	#55
NitroRacer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago Watch: M SS WG DJ OYSTER Posts: 175	That's a beautiful watch! Congratulations, and enjoy in good health.

27 December 2009, 05:04 AM	#56
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	Congratulations! And you must be having an amazing holiday! Great story and very well narrated! That is a gorgeous watch! I have never quite seen a combo like the configuration you have. There is certainly a lot going on there, and it all works! It looks great! As time goes by, I am becoming a big fan of the silver/gold combo. I would love a Rolex one day with the Everose and stainless combo. That royal blue really works well with the watch! Have fun with it! Cheers, Carl __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

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