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Old 10 April 2012, 10:56 PM   #1
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Rootbeer

I've been reluctant to post pics of my new GMT, due to what transpired with the seller after I purchased it on what should have been a most joyful occasion to finally acquire my grail. I hope I can get the bitter taste out of my mouth so I can start to enjoy this watch.
Anyway, here she is:

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Old 10 April 2012, 11:03 PM   #2
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Mark, it's still a great piece despite the seller misleading you by shorting you on the two links, however, don't fret just enjoy it! Looks good Doc!
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:10 PM   #3
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Lovey Mark.....looks new.....sorry to hear you didn't have the best of purchasing experiences...put it behind you...life's too short man....
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:18 PM   #4
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Mark, it's still a great piece despite the seller misleading you by shorting you on the two links, however, don't fret just enjoy it! Looks good Doc!
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:19 PM   #5
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Looks a little tight on you Mark.

I'd do something about that if I were you.
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:20 PM   #6
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Just thought I'd break the tension and get it out of the way.
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:23 PM   #7
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Looks very cool Mark..... and very individual too .

Enjoy
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:26 PM   #8
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Looks a little tight on you Mark.

I'd do something about that if I were you.
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Just thought I'd break the tension and get it out of the way.
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Looks very cool Mark..... and very individual too .

Enjoy
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:40 PM   #10
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looks great Mark.. ENJOY IT!!!!
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:43 PM   #11
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looks awesome! always wanted one. glad you have it despite the troubles with transaction. great choice and congrats!
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:45 PM   #12
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Gee, wait until your wrist expands in the summer. Seriously, enjoy the watch ... You deserve it after the wringer you've been put through.
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Gee, wait until your wrist expands in the summer.


Lol ! Lol ! Lol !

Watch the vasoconstriction there Doc !

Nice watch. Did you buy new links for it?
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:52 PM   #14
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Gee, wait until your wrist expands in the summer. Seriously, enjoy the watch ... You deserve it after the wringer you've been put through.
I was thinking the same thing!
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Nice watch. Did you buy new links for it?
Thanks. No, but if worse comes to worse, I have extra links from my TT Yacht-Master. I wonder if those will work.
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looks awesome! always wanted one. glad you have it despite the troubles with transaction. great choice and congrats!
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Life is too short to worry about two links, enjoy the watch, it looks great on you
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Life is too short to worry about two links, enjoy the watch, it looks great on you
Thanks John!
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:55 PM   #18
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Lol ! Lol ! Lol !

Watch the vasoconstriction there Doc !

Nice watch. Did you buy new links for it?
Is it normal for my left hand to be turning red and cold???
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Old 10 April 2012, 11:56 PM   #19
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Looks a little tight on you Mark.

I'd do something about that if I were you.

Looks great! Enjoy it!!
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Looks great! Enjoy it!!
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Watch looks great. Now time for some a&w root beer float....
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Old 11 April 2012, 12:03 AM   #23
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I was thinking the same thing!

Thanks. No, but if worse comes to worse, I have extra links from my TT Yacht-Master. I wonder if those will work.
yes it will. and all I have to say is your gmt root beer looks really great congrats, please just enjoy your watch my fellow trf member and flex the he'll outta it this summer.
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Mark-O ...... that is a beauty ...... sorry to hear about missing links ...... I am sure you will get it resolved ....... enjoy your new Rolex.
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Old 11 April 2012, 12:31 AM   #25
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Looks great Mark, many congratulations
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Old 11 April 2012, 12:34 AM   #26
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Mark,

Looks great, enjoy your new watch. I know it was a bit frustrating for a while, but let it go. If it turns out you need a link down the road I'm sure someone here on TRF can help you out !!


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Bog Congrats on the rootbeer, Mark
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Is it normal for my left hand to be turning red and cold???
Doesn't that depend on the activity you're performing with the other hand?

I agree with your idea to move forward and find a source for links (frankly never look back).

It is a beauty and I believe you'll enjoy it for many years. Maybe post in the WTB here to see who might have a couple of more links?

IMHO, no need to wait - get the full complement of links so you have them in case you ever sell or trade it.
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Old 11 April 2012, 12:53 AM   #29
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Thanks for all the kind words guys! I'm sure with time, I will forget the negative experience and enjoy the rootbeer 100%.
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Old 11 April 2012, 01:04 AM   #30
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well done! looks great!
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