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ltmgeller · 22 January 2019, 06:08 AM

A sub sounds like it would be a great pice for him.

LNazmm · 22 January 2019, 06:08 AM

I'd go with something with a date function. If he's a physician, I'd imagine that would come in handy quite often.

burnthesehills · 22 January 2019, 06:13 AM

I personally would go Rolex over Tudor. Both are extremely generous but a Rolex is a Rolex and I think even a frugal type guy would immensely appreciate the gesture and likely cherish it.

erne75 · 22 January 2019, 06:22 AM

Explorer I or Sub Date. Hopefully your B-I-L appreciates the importance of quality, brand name, tested gear when embarking in all the potentially deadly adventures...

Sammers23 · 22 January 2019, 06:24 AM

If it must be a Rolex I'd suggest an Explorer 39mm as it's under the radar. A Sub shouts ROLEX quite loudly and may grate if he values pure utility (not saying a Sub isn't also a utility piece, just that it's louder).

s.m.b. · 22 January 2019, 06:26 AM

216570 or 114060 would be my considerations.

Brian Page · 22 January 2019, 06:30 AM

EXP II or Sub 114060

TurboTim14 · 22 January 2019, 06:35 AM

I would probably go Submariner, 6 digit no date reference to keep it close to the $7k budget.

Ssunnylee24 · 22 January 2019, 06:41 AM

Tudor Pelagos 100%.

Zakalwe · 22 January 2019, 06:41 AM

Do you have any other sisters and if so can I marry one?

Sammers23 · 22 January 2019, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Ssunnylee24

Tudor Pelagos 100%.

That's a great idea.

blacke90 · 22 January 2019, 07:17 AM

Thanks everyone for your thoughts and helpful comments. Some are hilarious indeed. I made the decision of Tudor 58.

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Originally Posted by Jhowton23

if he doesnt value branding- go for tudor. why not get him and yourself matching tudors and explain the quality of them but he can comfortable wear it without much recognition. and it can give you both something to bond over. you get to share your watch enthusiasm and it takes his humility (idk if thats the right word) into consideration to stay in his comfort zone as well.

I decided to go this route as having a matching time piece would be a bonding experience and a great intro to watches for him. Decided to go with a matching Tudor 58. The Tudor option avoids the sticker shock factor of a Rolex in-addition for him to stay in his comfort both in terms of wearing and receiving the gift. Rolex could be his 2nd time piece.

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Originally Posted by burnthesehills

I personally would go Rolex over Tudor. Both are extremely generous but a Rolex is a Rolex and I think even a frugal type guy would immensely appreciate the gesture and likely cherish it.

Really wanted to go with Rolex, but Tudor would be a great intro. Plus I'll have the same time piece as him.

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Originally Posted by Zakalwe

Do you have any other sisters and if so can I marry one?

Only one sister. If you have a sister, lmk ;)

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Originally Posted by Ssunnylee24

Tudor Pelagos 100%.

Pelagos is awesome. Decided on 58 due to smaller size otherwise it'll be the Pelagos.

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Originally Posted by TurboTim14

I would probably go Submariner, 6 digit no date reference to keep it close to the $7k budget.

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Originally Posted by Brian Page

EXP II or Sub 114060

Almost went with this option. Was thinking one of the Exp or Sub, along with gifting the watch with a NATO strap in case he wants to be low key about it.

blacke90 · 22 January 2019, 07:20 AM

Will post pics when I receive the Tudor 58. It'll be my b-i-l first Tudor and mine as well.

Gotgolf52 · 22 January 2019, 09:26 AM

Get him a new SubC no date.

carlhaluss · 22 January 2019, 11:21 AM

Well, if he goes diving, there's your answer. Under 10k, a Sub or Sub Date. If there were sports Rolex watches anywhere to be seen at an AD, I would say take him shopping with you and let him choose. Personally, I don't appreciate anyone else picking out clothing or any type of jewelry for me. Are you sure he doesn't feel the same?

I think it might be a good idea, if you can do it subtly, to try and get an idea what his tastes might be in a watch.

Just my

He will probably appreciate the gesture, but it would not be great if he ended up wearing that watch, or than type of watch, or that expensive a watch, just to please you.

Cheers,
Carl

jestrada · 22 January 2019, 11:42 AM

First of all great gesture on your part! You are an awesome brother in law!!!

Based on how you describe the guy, my suggestion is try to get him a birth year Sub (or maybe one from a year that has significance to him like the year he was married, kid’s bday, etc; might be easier said than done, I know). The watch will now be a reminder of a milestone for him rather just an unecessary luxury item. Who knows, it might even jumpstart an appreciation for this hobby down the road a well...

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DonBateman · 22 January 2019, 11:44 AM

How about a Platinum daytona??

Jk

Pauln · 22 January 2019, 12:26 PM

Explorer 36mm or Explorer 2 42mm with the black dial. Hey, those just happen to be my two watches.

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22 January 2019, 11:21 AM	#45
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	Well, if he goes diving, there's your answer. Under 10k, a Sub or Sub Date. If there were sports Rolex watches anywhere to be seen at an AD, I would say take him shopping with you and let him choose. Personally, I don't appreciate anyone else picking out clothing or any type of jewelry for me. Are you sure he doesn't feel the same? I think it might be a good idea, if you can do it subtly, to try and get an idea what his tastes might be in a watch. Just my He will probably appreciate the gesture, but it would not be great if he ended up wearing that watch, or than type of watch, or that expensive a watch, just to please you. Cheers, Carl __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

22 January 2019, 06:08 AM	#32
LNazmm "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 25	I'd go with something with a date function. If he's a physician, I'd imagine that would come in handy quite often.

22 January 2019, 06:13 AM	#33
burnthesehills "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Joe Location: Western MA Posts: 1,211	I personally would go Rolex over Tudor. Both are extremely generous but a Rolex is a Rolex and I think even a frugal type guy would immensely appreciate the gesture and likely cherish it.

22 January 2019, 06:24 AM	#35
Sammers23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: GB Posts: 49	If it must be a Rolex I'd suggest an Explorer 39mm as it's under the radar. A Sub shouts ROLEX quite loudly and may grate if he values pure utility (not saying a Sub isn't also a utility piece, just that it's louder).

22 January 2019, 06:30 AM	#37
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,623	EXP II or Sub 114060

22 January 2019, 06:35 AM	#38
TurboTim14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Illinois Posts: 267	I would probably go Submariner, 6 digit no date reference to keep it close to the $7k budget.

22 January 2019, 06:41 AM	#39
Ssunnylee24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer II Posts: 854	Tudor Pelagos 100%.

22 January 2019, 06:41 AM	#40
Zakalwe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Sal Location: London Posts: 2,496	Do you have any other sisters and if so can I marry one?

22 January 2019, 07:20 AM	#43
blacke90 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: USA Watch: AP\|\|Panerai\|\|Rolex Posts: 759	Will post pics when I receive the Tudor 58. It'll be my b-i-l first Tudor and mine as well.

22 January 2019, 09:26 AM	#44
Gotgolf52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Paradise Island Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 999	Get him a new SubC no date.

22 January 2019, 11:42 AM	#46
jestrada "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Somewhere Watch: 114060, 216570 Pol Posts: 114	First of all great gesture on your part! You are an awesome brother in law!!! Based on how you describe the guy, my suggestion is try to get him a birth year Sub (or maybe one from a year that has significance to him like the year he was married, kid’s bday, etc; might be easier said than done, I know). The watch will now be a reminder of a milestone for him rather just an unecessary luxury item. Who knows, it might even jumpstart an appreciation for this hobby down the road a well... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 January 2019, 11:44 AM	#47
DonBateman Banned Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: IL Watch: I like watch Posts: 753	How about a Platinum daytona?? Jk

22 January 2019, 12:26 PM	#48
Pauln "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Paul Location: Colorado Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,543	Explorer 36mm or Explorer 2 42mm with the black dial. Hey, those just happen to be my two watches.

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