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JMAK · 26 February 2014, 04:04 PM

My wife has come a long way, from not really caring about watches (a $10 Walmart piece is fine!) to now being able to hold an intelligent conversation using words like "dial", "bezel", "movement", "markers", "case", "crown", "crystal" (or "acrylic") correctly. Yep, I'm pretty proud of that actually!

She's even open to me getting her either a ladies DJ or a Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm. This, from a woman who doesn't use a purse and can count on one hand how many pairs of shoes she owns.

Like I said, she's come a long way

Laszlo · 26 February 2014, 04:08 PM

My wife barely notices me let alone the watch I'm wearing. It's perfect.

couturegirl · 26 February 2014, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Laszlo

My wife barely notices me let alone the watch I'm wearing. It's perfect.

DCheeta · 26 February 2014, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Laszlo

My wife barely notices me let alone the watch I'm wearing. It's perfect.

Hahaha...your entire existence is "under the radar", as they say.

cop414 · 26 February 2014, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Laszlo

My wife barely notices me let alone the watch I'm wearing. It's perfect.

FeelingTheBlues · 26 February 2014, 10:16 PM

I show the watches I buy to my girlfriend when I get them. She's not into watches at all but she compliments me when she likes them. Obviously if she's not into spending a lot of money on such things so sometimes she has a hard time understanding my passion but given that it's also my field of study she gets the idea that I love collecting them.

FTX I · 26 February 2014, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Laszlo

My wife barely notices me let alone the watch I'm wearing. It's perfect.

trumpedaces · 26 February 2014, 11:18 PM

Mine notices, both from a bank account standpoint and from a jealousy standpoint. Got her a Root Beer to cure her wandering eye. She even wears my Black Bay from time to time

trumpedaces · 26 February 2014, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by JMAK

My wife has come a long way, from not really caring about watches (a $10 Walmart piece is fine!) to now being able to hold an intelligent conversation using words like "dial", "bezel", "movement", "markers", "case", "crown", "crystal" (or "acrylic") correctly. Yep, I'm pretty proud of that actually!

She's even open to me getting her either a ladies DJ or a Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm. This, from a woman who doesn't use a purse and can count on one hand how many pairs of shoes she owns.

Like I said, she's come a long way

You've got a keeper!

trumpedaces · 26 February 2014, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by cop414

Yup, that's a loaded question if I've ever heard one, that's usually followed by, "how much was it?"

My dad actually gave me a great quote the other day

"When I die, I hope my wife doesn't sell my watches for what I told her I paid for them"

metzger · 27 February 2014, 12:21 AM

Will instantly notice, roll the eyes and stores the information for later use!

DJ TT 2002 · 27 February 2014, 12:39 AM

I live with a co conspirator

Got lucky

Lisa · 27 February 2014, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Laszlo

My wife barely notices me let alone the watch I'm wearing. It's perfect.

Same here; in reverse. Works out well!

QueueCumber · 27 February 2014, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by trumpedaces

My dad actually gave me a great quote the other day

"When I die, I hope my wife doesn't sell my watches for what I told her I paid for them"

Note to self: give price list to lawyer for purposes of my will...

SixPak · 27 February 2014, 01:19 AM

The two of you are a match made in heaven. There's nothing like an understanding and supportive partner and this goes both ways.

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

I show the watches I buy to my girlfriend when I get them. She's not into watches at all but she compliments me when she likes them. Obviously if she's not into spending a lot of money on such things so sometimes she has a hard time understanding my passion but given that it's also my field of study she gets the idea that I love collecting them.

FTX I · 27 February 2014, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

I show the watches I buy to my girlfriend when I get them. She's not into watches at all but she compliments me when she likes them.

I really hope not but things may change a bit after you marry her

QueueCumber · 27 February 2014, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

I really hope not but things may change a bit after you marry her

Watchzombie · 27 February 2014, 02:01 AM

My wife said all rolex look the same but she kept pestering to get a Moonphase iwc for her .

sco · 27 February 2014, 02:04 AM

I think as long as we can afford it, my wife is ok with purchases. Although, after this last one, I think it may be a long while before I bring home another... Overall she has come a long way, and become more interested in watches. I just gave her a nice B & M for anniversary / Christmas, and she absolutely loves it. The one thing she does complain about is my watch box on the dresser... but, they need a comfy home... right?

T. Ferguson · 27 February 2014, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by JMAK

My wife has come a long way, from not really caring about watches (a $10 Walmart piece is fine!) to now being able to hold an intelligent conversation using words like "dial", "bezel", "movement", "markers", "case", "crown", "crystal" (or "acrylic") correctly. Yep, I'm pretty proud of that actually!

She's even open to me getting her either a ladies DJ or a Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm. This, from a woman who doesn't use a purse and can count on one hand how many pairs of shoes she owns.

Like I said, she's come a long way

Don't know how else to put this: You've been played.

Saturation · 27 February 2014, 03:30 AM

Mine only notices when a new one is on my wrist. It could be a Sub or SD that is identical to ones I already own but she picks up on it instantly. "Baaabe, when did you get that watch"? She has a spidey sense for new watches, whisky or guns showing up in the house.

FeelingTheBlues · 27 February 2014, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by SixPak

The two of you are a match made in heaven. There's nothing like an understanding and supportive partner and this goes both ways.

Thank you, we do get along very well and are the very best friends.

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Originally Posted by FTX I

I really hope not but things may change a bit after you marry her

I'll let you know how it goes...

FTX I · 27 February 2014, 03:36 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

I'll let you know how it goes...

AK797 · 27 February 2014, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Laszlo

My wife barely notices me let alone the watch I'm wearing.

Well we bloody cant miss you on here!!!

Maria_H · 27 February 2014, 05:53 AM

I don't currently have a significant other … but he will gain extra brownie points for loving watches and sharing my obsession!! (hopefully in addition to cars as well)!

DCgator · 27 February 2014, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Maria_H

I don't currently have a significant other … but he will gain extra brownie points for loving watches and sharing my obsession!! (hopefully in addition to cars as well)!

Amen, altho a "she" for me....Ex-wife, ex-GFs, current interest have no problem with my watch collection, or for that matter guns and cars. I've been lucky that way and I intend not to break the pattern :D

viper9669 · 27 February 2014, 10:42 AM

"You paid how much for that Rolex? That's about 2-3 Chanel handbags."

couturegirl · 27 February 2014, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by viper9669

"You paid how much for that Rolex? That's about 2-3 Chanel handbags."

LOL - love this. You're really screwed when she starts saying, "that's 2 or 3 Birkins or Kelly bags"

couturegirl · 27 February 2014, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by tinger

I get similar from GF
'Is THAT a new watch?', 'how much did THAT cost?'
My retort is always 'why do you want to know?.. its none of your business'

#rude :)

wjgoretsky · 27 February 2014, 11:00 AM

My wife just said: Wow, that's gorgeous! The next week, a booking confirmation for our entire family came in through email, for an Alaskan Cruise. Apparently, we need to travel first class in a "Neptune" suite with an adjoining "entourage" room for the children.

Sent from my iPhone 6

26 February 2014, 04:08 PM	#92
Laszlo 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,866	My wife barely notices me let alone the watch I'm wearing. It's perfect. __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

26 February 2014, 10:16 PM	#96
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	I show the watches I buy to my girlfriend when I get them. She's not into watches at all but she compliments me when she likes them. Obviously if she's not into spending a lot of money on such things so sometimes she has a hard time understanding my passion but given that it's also my field of study she gets the idea that I love collecting them. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

26 February 2014, 04:04 PM	#91
JMAK "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Vancouver Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 88	My wife has come a long way, from not really caring about watches (a $10 Walmart piece is fine!) to now being able to hold an intelligent conversation using words like "dial", "bezel", "movement", "markers", "case", "crown", "crystal" (or "acrylic") correctly. Yep, I'm pretty proud of that actually! She's even open to me getting her either a ladies DJ or a Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm. This, from a woman who doesn't use a purse and can count on one hand how many pairs of shoes she owns. Like I said, she's come a long way

26 February 2014, 11:18 PM	#98
trumpedaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: New York, NY Watch: BLNR Posts: 416	Mine notices, both from a bank account standpoint and from a jealousy standpoint. Got her a Root Beer to cure her wandering eye. She even wears my Black Bay from time to time

27 February 2014, 12:21 AM	#101
metzger "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 51	Will instantly notice, roll the eyes and stores the information for later use!

27 February 2014, 12:39 AM	#102
DJ TT 2002 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Hollywood 1950 Posts: 4,103	I live with a co conspirator Got lucky

27 February 2014, 02:01 AM	#108
Watchzombie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Green City Posts: 155	My wife said all rolex look the same but she kept pestering to get a Moonphase iwc for her .

27 February 2014, 02:04 AM	#109
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	I think as long as we can afford it, my wife is ok with purchases. Although, after this last one, I think it may be a long while before I bring home another... Overall she has come a long way, and become more interested in watches. I just gave her a nice B & M for anniversary / Christmas, and she absolutely loves it. The one thing she does complain about is my watch box on the dresser... but, they need a comfy home... right?

27 February 2014, 03:30 AM	#111
Saturation "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Paul Location: Kelowna BC Watch: Sub 14060 Posts: 20	Mine only notices when a new one is on my wrist. It could be a Sub or SD that is identical to ones I already own but she picks up on it instantly. "Baaabe, when did you get that watch"? She has a spidey sense for new watches, whisky or guns showing up in the house.

27 February 2014, 05:53 AM	#115
Maria_H Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Maria Location: Australia Watch: too many! Posts: 31	I don't currently have a significant other … but he will gain extra brownie points for loving watches and sharing my obsession!! (hopefully in addition to cars as well)!

27 February 2014, 10:42 AM	#117
viper9669 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Patrick Location: SIN Watch: Rolex Posts: 5,066	"You paid how much for that Rolex? That's about 2-3 Chanel handbags."

27 February 2014, 11:00 AM	#120
wjgoretsky 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Winston Location: Calgary-AB CANADA Watch: DD-118238-(73208) Posts: 4,722	My wife just said: Wow, that's gorgeous! The next week, a booking confirmation for our entire family came in through email, for an Alaskan Cruise. Apparently, we need to travel first class in a "Neptune" suite with an adjoining "entourage" room for the children. Sent from my iPhone 6

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