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No SUBctitute · 3 August 2017, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by schro

I just turned the watch 180 degrees between the two ends of the bracelet

But how did it get the way? What was the source of your watch?

schro · 3 August 2017, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

But how did it get the way? What was the source of your watch?

The previous owner or the dealer just mounted the wrong ends of the bracelet to the watch, not a big deal to fix. Since I wanted to check the serial number I had to diconnect the ends anyway... The source was a very reputable dealer in Heibronn, Germany, Mr. Grimmeissen. The watch is pre owned of course from the year 2001. Everything is original. I was hunting for quite a while to find this understated 118209 with the hidden clasp oyster bracelet. Mostly you find the president version...

SonnyAK · 3 August 2017, 02:36 PM

Congratulations on a great looking DD!!

dbhak22 · 3 August 2017, 03:01 PM

Congrats! I applaud you for taking the bold leap into being a 1-watch guy. I have a small collection and they have too much sentimental value that I'm afraid I'll regret downsizing...

Love the hidden clasp oyster bracelets, so hard to find (relatively speaking)!

schro · 4 August 2017, 04:19 AM

Preparations for the evening...

Psmith · 4 August 2017, 04:29 AM

Congrats

yannis · 4 August 2017, 04:16 PM

Congrats man!

schro · 11 August 2017, 12:36 AM

KBM · 11 August 2017, 12:48 AM

Looking good!!

danbrew · 11 August 2017, 04:25 AM

I just couldn't do it. Downsize, that is. Figure my kids can figure out what stays and goes once I've gone. I've never really considered myself a packrat (my wife would probably disagree), and there's plenty of stuff that comes and goes. But I collect a few things - watches, knives, guns, etc. And it's rare that I'll sell/trade/flip. Just can't bring myself to do it and always regret it after the fact.

roverman318 · 14 August 2017, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by schro

Very nice!

genkigenki · 13 September 2017, 02:28 PM

Schro - how are things as a one watch man working out for you? I'm actually considering a similar move (in fact for the same model as you but with a black dial) but am also hesitating about giving up my humble three-watch collection. I'll also probably have to pay quite a significant amount to make up the value. Appreciate any thoughts/advice!

HogwldFLTR · 13 September 2017, 02:30 PM

Congratulations; looks great!!!!

jstan9 · 13 September 2017, 07:21 PM

And dumb question time...first, though, I've really enjoyed this thread. Thanks for sharing the journey with us!

Your watch is stunning. Is it WG with stainless case? All WG (case and bracelet)? PL with stainless bracelet? You may have mentioned it. I read the entire thread so it's on me if I missed that.

Mike Slaney · 13 September 2017, 07:32 PM

I'm guessing it's the fantastic Air King 116900. The sexiest watch on the planet and the only watch you will ever need!?

Maiden · 13 September 2017, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by schro

My last two pieces just left the house...

Hey, I am watchless for the weekend now

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Originally Posted by jstan9

And dumb question time...first, though, I've really enjoyed this thread. Thanks for sharing the journey with us!

Your watch is stunning. Is it WG with stainless case? All WG (case and bracelet)? PL with stainless bracelet? You may have mentioned it. I read the entire thread so it's on me if I missed that.

The day date only comes in PM so it is all gold

Audguy · 13 September 2017, 08:39 PM

nice man congratz on the watch hope it really gets some wrist time

LuminousMaximus · 13 September 2017, 08:44 PM

Congrats!

Joemck · 14 September 2017, 11:06 AM

The more I see that watch, I wonder if I could get away with 36".
What a beauty!

ajas · 14 September 2017, 03:58 PM

Great choice. Congratulations

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NeoXerxes · 14 September 2017, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by schro

Preparations for the evening...

This is distracting me from your new acquisition :p. That said, very nice watch, congrats!

schro · 26 June 2020, 12:07 AM

After 3 years of only wearing my DD 118209 I have now added an Ex 114270:

Pongster · 26 June 2020, 12:15 AM

Have a similar plan. Planning to be a one watch guy (YG DD) when i turn 65.

But instead of selling my collection, will bequeath the stash to my two sons.

dnpina · 26 June 2020, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by schro

Preparations for the evening...

I've always wanted to try Havana Club. Sadly, not available to me.

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slus · 26 June 2020, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by schro

After 3 years of only wearing my DD 118209 I have now added an Ex 114270:

That is a very classy pair

TellingTime · 26 June 2020, 12:37 AM

Congrats on your 2 great watches! That 1 watch thing sounds good...but hard to do...

doramas · 26 June 2020, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by schro

After 3 years of only wearing my DD 118209 I have now added an Ex 114270:

A great duo

Polarexplorerii · 26 June 2020, 01:04 AM

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Within the next few days my grail watch will arrive, which I will gladly introduce here.

Lately, I've noticed that collecting and hoarding watches is no longer my thing. In the last two years, I have developed into a one watch guy. So it seemed to me the right time to completely dissolve my modest collection. My last two watches leave the house tomorrow. I am a bit wistful, but also relieved. Simplify is my motto.

If everything works out, I'll get my one and only next week! It will be a valuable watch that I can wear every day and on every occasion. For me it embodies emotion, perfection, and understatement. No, it's not a Patek...

(to be continued)

you will be back!

ajas · 26 June 2020, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by schro

After 3 years of only wearing my DD 118209 I have now added an Ex 114270:

Congratulations on great duo. If you dare to stay on this forum I also bet you will be back soon.

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schoolboy · 26 June 2020, 01:28 AM

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Originally Posted by schro

... the wristshot:

Wow.

I had no idea an oyster bracelet with hidden clasp existed.

Huge congrats!

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3 August 2017, 02:36 PM	#123
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4 August 2017, 04:19 AM	#125
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11 August 2017, 12:48 AM	#129
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11 August 2017, 04:25 AM	#130
danbrew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chicago Watch: 114060 Posts: 202	I just couldn't do it. Downsize, that is. Figure my kids can figure out what stays and goes once I've gone. I've never really considered myself a packrat (my wife would probably disagree), and there's plenty of stuff that comes and goes. But I collect a few things - watches, knives, guns, etc. And it's rare that I'll sell/trade/flip. Just can't bring myself to do it and always regret it after the fact. __________________ Current Watches: 18238, 16613LN, 16220, 114060, 116610LV, 116660 D Blue, 116710BLNR Wish List: 116500LN Powerball Wish List: 326138, 116618LB, 116719BLRO

13 September 2017, 02:28 PM	#132
genkigenki "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Japan Posts: 38	Schro - how are things as a one watch man working out for you? I'm actually considering a similar move (in fact for the same model as you but with a black dial) but am also hesitating about giving up my humble three-watch collection. I'll also probably have to pay quite a significant amount to make up the value. Appreciate any thoughts/advice!

13 September 2017, 02:30 PM	#133
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13 September 2017, 07:21 PM	#134
jstan9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jon Location: Bay Area Watch: Rolex GMT BLNR Posts: 1,342	And dumb question time...first, though, I've really enjoyed this thread. Thanks for sharing the journey with us! Your watch is stunning. Is it WG with stainless case? All WG (case and bracelet)? PL with stainless bracelet? You may have mentioned it. I read the entire thread so it's on me if I missed that.

13 September 2017, 07:32 PM	#135
Mike Slaney "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Mansfield Posts: 26	I'm guessing it's the fantastic Air King 116900. The sexiest watch on the planet and the only watch you will ever need!?

13 September 2017, 08:39 PM	#137
Audguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Miami Posts: 92	nice man congratz on the watch hope it really gets some wrist time

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14 September 2017, 11:06 AM	#139
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26 June 2020, 12:07 AM	#142
schro "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: :-) Location: Germany Watch: 114270, 118209 Posts: 216	After 3 years of only wearing my DD 118209 I have now added an Ex 114270: __________________ "Forget the watch - discover the time!" (Walter Ludin)

26 June 2020, 12:15 AM	#143
Pongster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Marikina Posts: 2,561	Have a similar plan. Planning to be a one watch guy (YG DD) when i turn 65. But instead of selling my collection, will bequeath the stash to my two sons.

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