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galtinuk · 20 August 2018, 07:06 PM

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AK797 · 20 August 2018, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by uniqueMR

Barcelona is joining ranks of Rome in regards to theft. I thought Rome was worse.

Barca and Rome were the only places I have had trouble so I'd be very weary, but basically tourists are a mark anywhere, my cousin who is 6ft 4 was with me in Trafalgar Sq and I am clearly not a tourist, and while we took some photos his wife's bag was taken, we didn't see it happen but shows they are always on the prowl.

Sonzy · 20 August 2018, 08:45 PM

I’ll never take this risk, or ruin my trip in worry.

dom007 · 20 August 2018, 10:17 PM

I never felt uncomfortable wearing a 5711/1a.

codecow · 20 August 2018, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Unless OP has a 5522 those are unstealable.

This is true!

Russell996 · 21 August 2018, 01:20 AM

I wouldn't walk/visit anywhere I wasn't comfortable wearing my Pateks.

They go everywhere I go, no point owning them if you can't wear them.

GB-man · 21 August 2018, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Russell996

I wouldn't walk/visit anywhere I wasn't comfortable wearing my Pateks.

They go everywhere I go, no point owning them if you can't wear them.

Brings back memories. Last time I was in Rome I was maybe 18 and couldn’t speak Italian to save my life. I left our hotel looking for espresso and breakfast and to explore a bit. My route back fortuitously took me down the steps right at dawn and it was just a beautiful moment.

Russell996 · 21 August 2018, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Brings back memories. Last time I was in Rome I was maybe 18 and couldn’t speak Italian to save my life. I left our hotel looking for espresso and breakfast and to explore a bit. My route back fortuitously took me down the steps right at dawn and it was just a beautiful moment.

Perfect. Wish I could say I was only 18 but it was actually my 52nd b'day.

Superburrito · 21 August 2018, 02:18 AM

Barcelona is like the Olympics for thieves. Best of the best.

More than a few people on this forum have had expensive watches stolen there - sometimes very forcibly. Why take the risk?

metdrdg · 21 August 2018, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

violet crime rates are lower than most major US cities so there you go but no one asked about wearing one in Dallas or LA.

Statistics and not anecdotal stories is what you should be looking at.

We’re not talking about violent crime here. I’ve been to Dallas and LA and can guarantee there are way more pickpockets in the places you’ll be in Barcelona. Literally every time I rode the metro or went to the old city I’d see someone in action or getting ready to rob someone.

benlee · 21 August 2018, 02:44 AM

I was wearing a Ceramic Diver when I visited Barcelona few years ago. Nobody bother or notice. But that's before all the craze about AP/PP/Rolex watches started on social media. I was more on high-alert of getting my wallet pick-pocketed.

tyler1980 · 21 August 2018, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by metdrdg

We’re not talking about violent crime here. I’ve been to Dallas and LA and can guarantee there are way more pickpockets in the places you’ll be in Barcelona. Literally every time I rode the metro or went to the old city I’d see someone in action or getting ready to rob someone.

im referring to all the anicdotal stories. Pickpockets dont make the news but when its violent or a threat of violence it does. Peoples perception isnt based on pickpockets its based on moped bandits in the news.

You are in closer proximity to people for sure. LA and Dallas dont have subways and trains like Europe. You sit in a car by yourself when you go anywhere. More opportunity not necessarily more criminals.

Pretty sure if it was a no go zone then AD's in the city wouldn't have anyone to sell watches to and they sell a lot of watches.

CamSLC · 21 August 2018, 03:58 AM

When in Barcelona I wore my Exp2, I felt very safe there but I know the stories as well. We went to some of the touristy attractions and rode the metro.

I would say the only times I have felt a little uneasy wearing a nice watch was in Tangier. It was just my girlfriend and I so I was much more concerned with our safety then giving away an insured easily replaceable Rolex.

enjoythemusic · 21 August 2018, 04:43 AM

Barcelona, London.... these are known very high crime places with watch thieves. London admits they can't keep up with bothering to investigate them all(!) due to lack of resources.

psv · 21 August 2018, 06:48 AM

Barcelona is notorious for pick-pocketing and organized street crime. These are very savvy groups and they know exactly what you are wearing and what it costs. There is no point of becoming a mark.

Just wear a Swatch or G-Shock and be done with it. I don't care if your watch is insured or not, there is little point of becoming a victim.

Now if you are going there on business or visit close friends, have a fixed schedule and now all the neighborhoods where you will be travelling, I wouldn't hesitate bringing a nicer piecer, but unless you know exact what you are doing, keep the fancy stuff at home.

Marcus SE · 21 August 2018, 08:30 AM

Just be street smart as you should be these days in any large city around the globe.

I travel to Barcelona 1 - 2 times a year on business wearing my watches (AP, Patek) as I do anywhere else. Is it safe just because nothing happened to me so far? Not really, since a client of ours was mugged on Las Ramblas when his diver Rolex was taken away and he hasn't noticed anything until much later. He wondered if he should cry or congratulate the thieves on their skills.

Again, just be street smart and enjoy your watches, since this is why we have them

kneedeep · 21 August 2018, 09:32 AM

G-Shock and done. Protect your wallet. Enjoy your trip.

Andad · 21 August 2018, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyler1980

violet crime rates are lower than most major US cities so there you go but no one asked about wearing one in Dallas or LA.

Statistics and not anecdotal stories is what you should be looking at.

Andad · 21 August 2018, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

Barca and Rome were the only places I have had trouble so I'd be very weary, but basically tourists are a mark anywhere, my cousin who is 6ft 4 was with me in Trafalgar Sq and I am clearly not a tourist, and while we took some photos his wife's bag was taken, we didn't see it happen but shows they are always on the prowl.

blcblc · 21 August 2018, 11:42 PM

Although it can happen anywhere, i would not suggest it because we’re not familiar with the place/city while traveling. I usually wear seiko. If anything bad happens, at least it doesn’t completely ruin my mood :)

Pimpsy · 22 August 2018, 03:00 AM

Here is a link to the video mentioned above.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiBOJ_hT67c

JorgeCCW · 22 August 2018, 03:40 AM

Take the watch you can replace the easiest if something would happen

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Gimoozaabi · 22 August 2018, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pimpsy

Here is a link to the video mentioned above.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiBOJ_hT67c

How it is even possible for the thief to remove the watch so fast?!

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runner9 · 23 August 2018, 10:32 AM

Best safe than sorry.

enjoythemusic · 23 August 2018, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Gimoozaabi

How it is even possible for the thief to remove the watch so fast?!

Easily, obviously. They were 'slow' actually and relied on a 'brute force' attach, as a very good thief can remove a watch from your wrist and you'd possibly never know.... until it is too late.

rolehex · 23 August 2018, 03:50 PM

No way in hell!!!

gaeleus · 23 August 2018, 03:57 PM

I bought by Rolex and walked all over the city in Barcelona. Not a problem. However, you have to use common sense.

20 August 2018, 08:45 PM	#33
Sonzy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Egypt Watch: PP/Breguet/IWC/Rlx Posts: 378	I’ll never take this risk, or ruin my trip in worry. __________________ Patek Philippe: 5712, 5146P Breguet: Marine GMT. IWC: Big Pilot “Le Petite Prince” Limited, Portugieser Chrono. Rolex: GMT Master II Batman.

21 August 2018, 01:20 AM	#36
Russell996 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: UK Posts: 4,262	Wearing PP in Barcelona? I wouldn't walk/visit anywhere I wasn't comfortable wearing my Pateks. They go everywhere I go, no point owning them if you can't wear them.

21 August 2018, 02:18 AM	#39
Superburrito "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: California Watch: 26420RO Posts: 448	Barcelona is like the Olympics for thieves. Best of the best. More than a few people on this forum have had expensive watches stolen there - sometimes very forcibly. Why take the risk? __________________ Current collection: AP 26420RO.OO.A002CA.01, PP 5164A, AP 15202BA, Omega 310.32.42.50.01.002, Tudor m79030b-0003, Garmin Epix Gen 2 Waiting for: AP 126715ST.OO.1356ST.01

21 August 2018, 02:44 AM	#41
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	I was wearing a Ceramic Diver when I visited Barcelona few years ago. Nobody bother or notice. But that's before all the craze about AP/PP/Rolex watches started on social media. I was more on high-alert of getting my wallet pick-pocketed. __________________ Follow me on Instagram : benlee789

21 August 2018, 04:43 AM	#44
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,007	Barcelona, London.... these are known very high crime places with watch thieves. London admits they can't keep up with bothering to investigate them all(!) due to lack of resources. __________________ __________________ ----> TAMPA Meetup In December 2024 <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?p=13450519 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

20 August 2018, 07:06 PM	#31
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20 August 2018, 10:17 PM	#34
dom007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Paradise Watch: on the dark side Posts: 543	I never felt uncomfortable wearing a 5711/1a.

21 August 2018, 03:58 AM	#43
CamSLC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Patek Posts: 1,436	When in Barcelona I wore my Exp2, I felt very safe there but I know the stories as well. We went to some of the touristy attractions and rode the metro. I would say the only times I have felt a little uneasy wearing a nice watch was in Tangier. It was just my girlfriend and I so I was much more concerned with our safety then giving away an insured easily replaceable Rolex.

21 August 2018, 06:48 AM	#45
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Barcelona is notorious for pick-pocketing and organized street crime. These are very savvy groups and they know exactly what you are wearing and what it costs. There is no point of becoming a mark. Just wear a Swatch or G-Shock and be done with it. I don't care if your watch is insured or not, there is little point of becoming a victim. Now if you are going there on business or visit close friends, have a fixed schedule and now all the neighborhoods where you will be travelling, I wouldn't hesitate bringing a nicer piecer, but unless you know exact what you are doing, keep the fancy stuff at home.

21 August 2018, 08:30 AM	#46
Marcus SE "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Sweden Posts: 82	Just be street smart as you should be these days in any large city around the globe. I travel to Barcelona 1 - 2 times a year on business wearing my watches (AP, Patek) as I do anywhere else. Is it safe just because nothing happened to me so far? Not really, since a client of ours was mugged on Las Ramblas when his diver Rolex was taken away and he hasn't noticed anything until much later. He wondered if he should cry or congratulate the thieves on their skills. Again, just be street smart and enjoy your watches, since this is why we have them

21 August 2018, 09:32 AM	#47
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	G-Shock and done. Protect your wallet. Enjoy your trip. __________________ Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018

21 August 2018, 11:42 PM	#50
blcblc "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Somewhere Posts: 2,296	Although it can happen anywhere, i would not suggest it because we’re not familiar with the place/city while traveling. I usually wear seiko. If anything bad happens, at least it doesn’t completely ruin my mood :)

22 August 2018, 03:00 AM	#51
Pimpsy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Jersey Watch: PP 5712/1A Posts: 519	Here is a link to the video mentioned above. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiBOJ_hT67c

22 August 2018, 03:40 AM	#52
JorgeCCW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Jorge Location: Ohio, USA Watch: Rolex,Patek and AP Posts: 4,707	Take the watch you can replace the easiest if something would happen Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Nothing happens until something moves " Albert Einstein

23 August 2018, 10:32 AM	#54
runner9 Banned Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: usa Watch: A few Posts: 140	Best safe than sorry.

23 August 2018, 03:50 PM	#56
rolehex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Thousand Oaks, CA Posts: 1,444	No way in hell!!!

23 August 2018, 03:57 PM	#57
gaeleus "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: texas Posts: 281	I bought by Rolex and walked all over the city in Barcelona. Not a problem. However, you have to use common sense.

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