Hostility!!.......or closet envy??

[CKay]

The PP and VC is simply too fragile for my liking. I want a man's watch, not a sissy one.

[Randy]

Respone to the Snapplehead with the Patek- " would you go diving with it?"
Response to Idiot #2- " I'm happy with my Rollie!!!!

[zseriessub]

I think I would have simply walked away, laughing uncontrollably.

[astcell]

Those men are simply not happy, they are looking for validation. For instance if a 12th grader cannot get validation from a teacher, they can seek it out from a 10th or 11th grader who is expected to idolize a senior.

To stroke their ego you can say, "I always wanted one of those but this is all that I can afford." That is what they want to hear. But once they do, they will feel deflated. Like peeking at a present, it is unfulfilling at best and actually pretty sad.

My reply would be along the lines of, "I am glad you do not like Rolex, that makes one less person in front of me in line."

Those men will get their high end watches, shoes, cars, golf clubs, and still be unhappy shells of men, lacking security, confidence, savoir-faire, and panache.

You have all that, and your reaction being surprise rather than defense proves it.

[sini1717]

i am glad the A....holes do not like ROLEX .Some people !!!!!!!!!

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by cody p

interesting and funny... that the hostility can come from both sides of the tracks. the have-nots are jealous because a rolex is out of their reach (or at least they think one is), and the haves are jealous because their 'haute horologie' pieces are ignored by the masses, or worse yet, mistaken for complicated citizens. of course there may be other explanations... but good or bad, a rolex does get attention!

Totally agree with this..In that situation I would probably chuckle and say "Is that so? I think mine is more recognized that yours (PP)"

[sfrolex]

Funny..I was in my local watering hole recently, wearing my velcro-strap Timex Expedition, and a guy came over and asked me if I wanted to see a "real" watch in a snobby voice. Pulled up his sleeve and showed off his "exclusive" Casio G-Shock. He actually used that word..."exclusive.

[astcell]

Originally Posted by sfrolex

Funny..I was in my local watering hole recently, wearing my velcro-strap Timex Expedition, and a guy came over and asked me if I wanted to see a "real" watch in a snobby voice. Pulled up his sleeve and showed off his "exclusive" Casio G-Shock. He actually used that word..."exclusive.

Exclusive:

Ex - Has been.

Clue - What he needs.

Siv - Doesn't hold water.

[ahoude23]

No I have not been subjected to such treatment (however i do not own a Rolex yet). It's obvious that the behavior of these strangers was nothing more than an attempt to boost their ego because of a severe lack of confidence, size of male part, ability to impress the opposite sex, ect. These "gentlemen" obviously have run out of people they know to try to impress, so they must attempt to impress total strangers to make themselves feel good. Being curtious and acting with tact are obviously not required by all.

[Wooddog44]

In a situation like this there are, of course, various possible response levels;

1. If your assessment were that you can handle this guy deliberately remove your watch and jacket indicating that you mean business. Then inform the offender, without the hint of a smile, that while you agree Rolex is an inferior make of watch yours was a gift from his – insert age appropriate female loved one - wife, sister, daughter, etc... From your last visit with her and that you don’t want to hurt her feelings by not wearing it.

2. If your assessment is that you are not sure you can handle him and/or the situation is not one that would allow further “discussion” perhaps a simple “thanks, for the heads-up, I’ll consider that when making my next watch purchase” is the way to go.

Just a couple thoughts to consider not, necessarily, suggestions.

[Goodwatch]

The person who pushes up his shirt sleeve to show off his Patek doesn't deserve to wear it. I know from personal experience that people with real class walk through life a different way.

[cmr]

Originally Posted by goodwatch

the person who pushes up his shirt sleeve to show off his patek doesn't deserve to wear it. I know from personal experience that people with real class walk through life a different way.

+1

[Eli]

My store while wearing a (not mine, mind you) Audermars Royal oak offshore in rose gold.

Man walks up to me and says 'that's a nice fashion watch'

So, really... No matter what you have/do, haters will be haters.

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by joeskie

My store while wearing a (not mine, mind you) Audermars Royal oak offshore in rose gold.

Man walks up to me and says 'that's a nice fashion watch'

So, really... No matter what you have/do, haters will be haters.

Haters or those who are ignorant. I'm almost a 100% sure that when I mention Audemars Piguet at the lunch table at my office, people will, after much thinking suggest it must be an unknown Cognac.

[rescue7]

Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

Brand history is it. When has Patek or VC been worn for anything more adventurous than cold-calling? Rolex, Breitliing and Omega have all been to space. Without Rolex, Patek would still be making pocket watches.

Or you could order 2 beers, and dare him to drop his watch in one of them while you do the same.

I'd also venture to say the lower depths of many oceans, seas and lakes.

Personally i've worn a sub to every working fire, vehicle extrication, medical and hazardous materials call that i've attended since purchasing it.

So sit back enjoy your Sub and keep on ignoring the ignorant.

[gone-rolex-mad]

I would say in my best cockney accent "Patek who? Neva erd of it" . What an absolute w*nker!

[Terry Newton]

Those guys were new money. New money acts like this as they have no class and want the world to be impressed with what they have. Old money very seldom wears these kinds of watches to begin with. Especially if they have had to work at all. My board President is absolutely loaded. He drives a used Jeep and wears a sport watch of no real notability. He has more class to me than those two wankers would as he knows the value of human life and has given of his time, energy, and money for humanitarian purposes for many years. Many of my Rotarian friends have a lot of money. they go all over the world doing good things for others.

The next time you meet wankers like this I would feel sorry for them to have to be this shallow.

Terry Newton

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by cmr

there is an invicta forum? i like invicta. i have had 2 of them and my nephew took them away from me. thank god he didn't see my seiko monsters!

I have two Invictas, too, and I do love them.

The Rolex is new, so like all my new watches, it's getting a lot of love right now, but eventually, it will go into rotation with the more mundane stable mates.

I do have to admit, though that I have never enjoyed wearing a watch as much I enjoy this Explorer and I wear it more at home than I do out.

I really can't explain the feeling, but I'm sure there are others here who know what I'm talking about.

But, even though I have been wearing it a lot, I do not show it off, as I have done with every other watch I've bought since I caught this bug.

I will say that no man should ever have to apologize or feel inferior because of the watch he chooses to wear, whether it is his only watch or just one of many.

Rolex owners can be pretty snooty, too, you know.

The watch simply does not make the man.

[Duc-904]

To the Patek A-Hole- I think I would have politely commented on how impressive the high end FAKES are getting these days. This would have no doubt ruffled his feathers.

A-Hole #2- I would have responded with some serious sarcasm ( think Steve Carell) " Oh REALLY, GOSH THIS MUST BE MY LUCKY DAY, THANK YOU SIR!"

[Erix]

Originally Posted by toph

old men caught up in there own importance.

They probably run an office or are some CEO or in an executve position . They are used to shouting orders at staff 24/7 that are then obeyed immediately- They forget how to interact normally with others in a civilised society

x2

[Erix]

Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

Or you could order 2 beers, and dare him to drop his watch in one of them while you do the same.

Now that is so funny, I was actually thinking the same thing.

[ronin7]

despite obviously having loads of cash these numbskulls dont have a lot of classto hell with them.as long as you love your watch and are proud with your achievement in owning a rolex thats all that matters.in this world there seem to be an abundance of morons who take great pleasure in bringing other people down. reminded me when my collegue was once at court with another lawyer,they both were wearing the same coloured shirt and this idiot leaned over to touch the fabric of his shirt and said his shirt was of a better quality !dumb or what. enjoy your watch my friend dont let these idiots get to you

[jdc]

Originally Posted by astcell

Those men are simply not happy, they are looking for validation. For instance if a 12th grader cannot get validation from a teacher, they can seek it out from a 10th or 11th grader who is expected to idolize a senior.

To stroke their ego you can say, "I always wanted one of those but this is all that I can afford." That is what they want to hear. But once they do, they will feel deflated. Like peeking at a present, it is unfulfilling at best and actually pretty sad.

My reply would be along the lines of, "I am glad you do not like Rolex, that makes one less person in front of me in line."

Those men will get their high end watches, shoes, cars, golf clubs, and still be unhappy shells of men, lacking security, confidence, savoir-faire, and panache.

You have all that, and your reaction being surprise rather than defense proves it.

very perceptive Robert

[brettpaul]

The only reason that someone would degrade a Rolex and wear a PP, VC, AP etc. AND flaunt it is because they can't bring their car into the bar/restaurant/meeting to compensate for other.....uh....shortcomings!!

[astcell]

Originally Posted by Terry Newton

Those guys were new money. New money acts like this as they have no class and want the world to be impressed with what they have. Old money very seldom wears these kinds of watches to begin with....

Terry Newton

Uh oh, I better check myself. My parents were flat broke. When my GV turned out to be the hit watch last night I had admirers, so I took off the watch and let them handle it. The first man to hold it said thank you and was obviously very happy to hold it. I can tell he would have never asked to do so. I was not ostentatious or belligerent. I was simply lucky enough to find the watch before he did, and nothing else!

[BigHat]

Originally Posted by astcell

Uh oh, I better check myself. My parents were flat broke. When my GV turned out to be the hit watch last night I had admirers, so I took off the watch and let them handle it. The first man to hold it said thank you and was obviously very happy to hold it. I can tell he would have never asked to do so. I was not ostentatious or belligerent. I was simply lucky enough to find the watch before he did, and nothing else!

I think you're addressing a slight that Terry didn't make. In a room full of people gathered to celebrate Rolexes, I doubt a one thought you ostentatious or belligerent, but rather a kind and sharing sort of gent happy to let them see what they hadn't seen before. it's all about attitude, and circumstances, not action. It was nice of you to do that.

This, of course, is totally distinct from a stranger approaching you only to insult what you're wearing before bragging on what he has on.

Obviously this subject hit a nerve though just based on the number of posts. Still can't predict what topics will lead to a couple of responses that all others will read, agree with and then move on, compared to those that will lead to 5 or more pages of roughly the same answers. Lots of claims that penis envy is the culperate too. Hmmm.

Pretty interesting though.

[tphan]

Funny stuff.

Similar happen to me too.

One member of management staff (the brown-nose type) asked to see my subdate, first thing came out of his mouth was "fake", and told me I should have spend money on "REAL" Tag Heur watch like his TT. So I asked him how he know my subdate was a fake.

Check this out...this was his reply, I was laughing so hard could have a heart attack.

"well, the minute hand not supposed to sweep, watch should be heavier, and Rolex logo should be on back case"

Go figure

[astcell]

I never pick on anyone's watch. I saw a guy at Sears enjoying the 25% sale off on Casio's and envied him. The feeling is the same regardless if is it a Citizen or a Rolex!

[jdc]

Originally Posted by tphan

Funny stuff.

Similar happen to me too.

One member of management staff (the brown-nose type) asked to see my subdate, first thing came out of his mouth was "fake", and told me I should have spend money on "REAL" Tag Heur watch like his TT. So I asked him how he know my subdate was a fake.

Check this out...this was his reply, I was laughing so hard could have a heart attack.

"well, the minute hand not supposed to sweep, watch should be heavier, and Rolex logo should be on back case"

Go figure

no need the guy is a berk, what judgement he must have and how he must impress others

[ronin7]

Originally Posted by astcell

I never pick on anyone's watch. I saw a guy at Sears enjoying the 25% sale off on Casio's and envied him. The feeling is the same regardless if is it a Citizen or a Rolex!

wonderfully put