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tifosi · 15 October 2011, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by mldaytona

Top model Mercedes-Benzes, Rolex, Walmart?? Am I missing something here?

That's the reason he has all that money!

watch watcher · 15 October 2011, 10:09 PM

"look at me, I have a Rolex." Sounds like he is drawing attention to himself, hoping people in the store would be impressed. It's ridiculous, though, because the risk of droping it on to the concrete floor while putting it on is real.

Ebruner · 15 October 2011, 10:16 PM

Here's the deal, after I got out of the car I spotted this weirdo that was staring at my car and my Watch. I took off my watch and hauled ass into the store where I felt safe from the perv that was obviously stalking me and blogging about it. Then I went to sporting goods and bought a weapon, but when I returned he was gone. Close call !!!

-Eddie

humvee · 15 October 2011, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by watch watcher

"look at me, I have a Rolex." Sounds like he is drawing attention to himself, hoping people in the store would be impressed. It's ridiculous, though, because the risk of droping it on to the concrete floor while putting it on is real.

I think Rolex is one of the least attention grabbing watch. You are bound to attract more attention with a white or pink g-shock that most teenagers re wearing. Most people in walmart probably can't even spell Rolex, let alone identify one.

If anyone wants to mug him, it would be the fancy car that would get him in trouble but not at walmart per se .. danger is everywhere but yes, you do get more hooligans outside walmart than outside Saks5th Ave.

siewmaiwatch · 15 October 2011, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Ebruner

Here's the deal, after I got out of the car I spotted this weirdo that was staring at my car and my Watch. I took off my watch and hauled ass into the store where I felt safe from the perv that was obviously stalking me and blogging about it. Then I went to sporting goods and bought a weapon, but when I returned he was gone. Close call !!!

-Eddie

Maxseven · 15 October 2011, 10:47 PM

I don't get it. Was he wearing short-sleeves? Maybe he had a bad experience with water damaging a watch before (left the crown popped or something)?

The only time I have put my watch in my pocket is if I am on foot in a 'questionable' area of Detroit proper.

mikkolopez · 15 October 2011, 10:50 PM

Maybe the walmart parking lot brings back memories of being jacked

travisb · 15 October 2011, 10:54 PM

Funny..some people.
I'll never understand.

Dilemma · 15 October 2011, 10:58 PM

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Most people in walmart probably can't even spell Rolex

Awesome. And most blacks are good basketball players.

Pathetic.

mjclark32 · 15 October 2011, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by gwalker

I guess in the original post I should've said how he was trying to cover it up from the rain but I was trying to make the post short so it might actually get read. He was hunched over trying to cover his watch up and fumbling to take the watch off without getting it wet. As soon as he got inside the automatic doors he reached in his pocket and put it back on before even making it through the second set of doors.

In that case I'm willing to bet he just doesn't know what he has on his wrist... Although I feel the one thing one people know about Rolex, other than it being relatively expensive, is that they're "waterproof".

Deepsea Florida · 15 October 2011, 11:19 PM

He was scared that you might mug him.

Vetteman · 15 October 2011, 11:58 PM

He should have bought Sub instead of a GMT

drtooth73 · 16 October 2011, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by mldaytona

top model mercedes-benzes, rolex, walmart?? Am i missing something here?

x2

Oyster1982 · 16 October 2011, 12:02 AM

Yep cape May is very safe, but I m not afraid to shop at the Shoprite of Neptune. I even wear my Rolex when I go to Asbury Park.

MY-WATCH · 16 October 2011, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

You ain't seen nothing yet.

Dilemma · 16 October 2011, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by mldaytona

Top model Mercedes-Benzes, Rolex, Walmart?? Am I missing something here?

Clearly.

While I agree Walmart has become associated with lower income folks, perhaps this individual doesn't care to spend $10.00 per box for his Kleenex?!

Even well heeled people brush their teeth.

brkanand · 16 October 2011, 12:35 AM

Very interesting thread!

masterserg · 16 October 2011, 12:42 AM

To each his / her own.

Like To Watch · 16 October 2011, 12:44 AM

It takes all kinds to make a world.

mjclark32 · 16 October 2011, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Deepsea Florida

He was scared that you might mug him.

Haha

Ebruner · 16 October 2011, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Dilemma

Clearly.

While I agree Walmart has become associated with lower income folks, perhaps this individual doesn't care to spend $10.00 per box for his Kleenex?!

Even well heeled people brush their teeth.

I shop at Walmart, I wear 18K watches, and I drive a 2011 SL550. I also live in a town with 10K people and IF i want to buy something where else can I go??

-Eddie

TimingsEverything · 16 October 2011, 01:12 AM

I think he's just a bit OCD, and while we might think it odd behavior, it's his watch. I don't blame him for attempting to be careful. Personally, I would just wear it. Rolexes are tough, and models like Subs and GMTs are meant to be worn and used. I've had my 5513 Sub for decades and it has withstood all kinds of wear, and I intend to wear my GMT IIc as much (except diving).

zeuloa · 16 October 2011, 02:12 AM

Please remember many people see a Rolex as the highest achievement, and a piece of high end jewelry. Maybe he does not know how strong these watches are, and someone told him the rain will destroy it.

Maybe he does not know the history of either MB and Rolex (as these historically are well engineered products that withstand more than most think), and has them because in his world these are the things you buy once you achieve a certain financial status.

cyglee · 16 October 2011, 02:19 AM

To each, their own...we all do some things that others think odd.

dtwer · 16 October 2011, 02:27 AM

The man should have put his watch away before exiting his car, if his intention was to protect it from the rain; obviously it's been raining before he exited the car, yes?

The man either lacks the simple planning skill, or just wants to show you off.

john2ex · 16 October 2011, 02:30 AM

I do take mine off when I am going to negotiate a price, but nothing at Walmart is negotable.....

MortgageGuy · 16 October 2011, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by drtooth73

x2

X3. We must be missing something here. I am not a walmart shopper though so maybe I am missing something lol.

AJMarcus · 16 October 2011, 04:54 AM

Maybe he should ask TRF, "Can I wear my Rolex while shopping at wal mart?". I'm sure he'll get proper advice.

franky2222 · 16 October 2011, 05:01 AM

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Originally Posted by akiruno

Sound like one of my buds...drives an S-Class, wears a Cartier but eats mostly instant cup noodles & can't pass a ¥100 ($1) store. Overall he's frugal minus his car/watch purchases.

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your freind sounds like me exept i eat good food for the rest im really cheap LOL

GTS Dean · 16 October 2011, 05:39 AM

I went to WalMart to buy my hunting license in August. The man at the sporting goods counter (about 70) was wearing a diamond dial, bark finish DD. It was well worn, and the bracelet links were just filthy with grime. I really wanted to compliment him on it, then politely suggest that a mild scrub would not hurt it, but figured it might not still be waterproof at 25+. I ended up not saying anything but "thank you" when done.

15 October 2011, 10:16 PM	#33
Ebruner "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Eddie Location: Kentucky Watch: 118208 Posts: 2,510	Here's the deal, after I got out of the car I spotted this weirdo that was staring at my car and my Watch. I took off my watch and hauled ass into the store where I felt safe from the perv that was obviously stalking me and blogging about it. Then I went to sporting goods and bought a weapon, but when I returned he was gone. Close call !!! -Eddie __________________

15 October 2011, 10:47 PM	#36
Maxseven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: Bloomfield, MI Watch: Submariner Posts: 467	I don't get it. Was he wearing short-sleeves? Maybe he had a bad experience with water damaging a watch before (left the crown popped or something)? The only time I have put my watch in my pocket is if I am on foot in a 'questionable' area of Detroit proper. __________________ Hooper: Watch it! Damn it, Martin! This is compressed air! Martin: Well what the hell kind of a knot was that! Hooper: You pulled the wrong one! You screw around with these tanks and they're going to blow up!

15 October 2011, 10:50 PM	#37
mikkolopez "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 2,301	Maybe the walmart parking lot brings back memories of being jacked __________________ At my age now ... I have SEEN everything, I have HEARD everything, I have even DONE everything, I just don't REMEMBER everything.

15 October 2011, 11:58 PM	#42
Vetteman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NC Watch: 16610 Posts: 420	He should have bought Sub instead of a GMT __________________ His 16610 E serial Her's 178240 Z Serial Salmon Dial Roman Markers 178344 Random Serial MOP Dial Diamond 6/Bezel 114210 M Serial Blue 3-6-9 Sticks 115200/210 M Serial Black / White Dial Stick Markers

16 October 2011, 12:02 AM	#44
Oyster1982 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Ed Location: Jersey Shore Watch: Rolex DJ Posts: 1,905	Yep cape May is very safe, but I m not afraid to shop at the Shoprite of Neptune. I even wear my Rolex when I go to Asbury Park. __________________ It 10pm do you know where your Datejust is? http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/...DA0MC5qcGc.jpg

15 October 2011, 10:09 PM	#32
watch watcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: ME Watch: Vintages Posts: 565	"look at me, I have a Rolex." Sounds like he is drawing attention to himself, hoping people in the store would be impressed. It's ridiculous, though, because the risk of droping it on to the concrete floor while putting it on is real.

15 October 2011, 10:54 PM	#38
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,419	Funny..some people. I'll never understand.

15 October 2011, 11:19 PM	#41
Deepsea Florida "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 504	He was scared that you might mug him.

16 October 2011, 12:35 AM	#47
brkanand 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: DrK Location: India Watch: 4=YMDaytonaGMTHulk Posts: 7,052	Very interesting thread!

16 October 2011, 12:42 AM	#48
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	To each his / her own. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

16 October 2011, 12:44 AM	#49
Like To Watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 1,196	It takes all kinds to make a world.

16 October 2011, 01:12 AM	#52
TimingsEverything "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Silicon Valley Watch: Daytona Posts: 179	I think he's just a bit OCD, and while we might think it odd behavior, it's his watch. I don't blame him for attempting to be careful. Personally, I would just wear it. Rolexes are tough, and models like Subs and GMTs are meant to be worn and used. I've had my 5513 Sub for decades and it has withstood all kinds of wear, and I intend to wear my GMT IIc as much (except diving). __________________ "Every Rolex is made for greatness. The GMT-Master, introduced in 1955, was developed in collaboration with Pan Am to meet the needs of their international pilots. The GMT-Master II has proven to be even more invaluable as it features a rotatable 24-hour graduated bezel that allows those who travel the world to read three different time zones." Rolex.com

16 October 2011, 02:12 AM	#53
zeuloa "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Jose Location: Here Watch: SEA-DWELLER Posts: 2,232	Please remember many people see a Rolex as the highest achievement, and a piece of high end jewelry. Maybe he does not know how strong these watches are, and someone told him the rain will destroy it. Maybe he does not know the history of either MB and Rolex (as these historically are well engineered products that withstand more than most think), and has them because in his world these are the things you buy once you achieve a certain financial status.

16 October 2011, 02:19 AM	#54
cyglee "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Gordon Location: California Watch: Gmtll,LV,SD,GV,etc Posts: 627	To each, their own...we all do some things that others think odd.

16 October 2011, 02:27 AM	#55
dtwer "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: midwest Watch: DJ 41 Posts: 1,505	The man should have put his watch away before exiting his car, if his intention was to protect it from the rain; obviously it's been raining before he exited the car, yes? The man either lacks the simple planning skill, or just wants to show you off.

16 October 2011, 02:30 AM	#56
john2ex Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 35	I do take mine off when I am going to negotiate a price, but nothing at Walmart is negotable.....

16 October 2011, 04:54 AM	#58
AJMarcus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 5,236	Maybe he should ask TRF, "Can I wear my Rolex while shopping at wal mart?". I'm sure he'll get proper advice.

16 October 2011, 05:39 AM	#60
GTS Dean "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NB, TX Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 1,016	I went to WalMart to buy my hunting license in August. The man at the sporting goods counter (about 70) was wearing a diamond dial, bark finish DD. It was well worn, and the bracelet links were just filthy with grime. I really wanted to compliment him on it, then politely suggest that a mild scrub would not hurt it, but figured it might not still be waterproof at 25+. I ended up not saying anything but "thank you" when done.

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