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serdal22 · 13 April 2013, 01:37 AM

Is it normal to get 2 Rolexes in 3 days, or is it a "Rolex thing"?

After picking up my grail '69 birth year Sub on Wednesday, now I will receive another piece, GMT II tomorrow.

Am I the only one, or do you guys do this kind of things regularly?

Any information will help to make me feel better

Capt. Serdal

Vincent65 · 13 April 2013, 01:38 AM

no, you're ill!

enjoy while you can

Dan Pierce · 13 April 2013, 01:40 AM

Doesn't the doctor say buy 2 and call me in the morning?

dP

Demonoid · 13 April 2013, 01:44 AM

If you take a look at many of the RF members then we are all sick in the head. As long as you dont buy them with money that you dont have its all good. We all need to enjoy certain guilty pleasures God gives us. IMHO.

SWISSAHOLICS · 13 April 2013, 01:56 AM

This is how I felt when I joined the forum

This is how I felt when I bought one Rolex

This is how I felt when I bought more

This is how my bank account feels after I joined the forum

HERITAGE82 · 13 April 2013, 02:12 AM

I am sure its normal for some. However, I find it kinda strange that you bought another watch 2 days after buying your "Grail" watch....

Maybe it didn't wow you as much as expected.

Regardless congrats on the new additions!

mjclark32 · 13 April 2013, 02:14 AM

Let the good times roll, congrats!

GradyPhilpott · 15 April 2013, 01:24 PM

Some of may be lucky enough to buy Rolex watches within days of one another.

I would guess the many more of us have to wait a little longer to save up the necessary funds.

versatile1 · 15 April 2013, 04:06 PM

Bought 3 in the last month and currently dealing on my birth year.
Perfectly normal!

Lew Archer · 15 April 2013, 05:13 PM

There have been occasions where I bought a great watch and gone years without another purchase. Then there have been times when, in a fairly short time span, I bought a couple, almost as if I was on a roll...as if the acquisition of one only seemed to whet my appetite for another.

For example, after several years without a watch purchase, last year I went into an AD and looked at an Explorer 2 (the old model) and the new Explorer 1 (the 39mm). Liked them both about equally. Bought the Explorer 2 knowing that it had been discontinued, whereas the other watch was current production and would remain readily available. Also, the white dial of the Explorer 2 was novel.

Despite being quite happy with that Explorer 2, I still wanted the Explorer 1. of course, gorgeous pictures on TRF didnt help!

Within a month I decided to buy the Explorer 1 at an AD that offered financing (a down payment, then 12 months to pay it off with 0 interest).

Like you, I questioned my own actions at the time. I'd never bought two Rolexes in such a short timeframe. But, I had the resources to buy both...and both watches have been very satisfying to own and use, and will be for years. I'm not a watch flipper. So, a year later, I'm glad (and fortunate) to own two very fine such watches.

Given the cost, it is something to be careful about, but you're not the only lunatic! If, after the GMT, you're still on the prowl for a watch, and it would not be a good move financially, consider avoiding the forum and AD browsing for awhile, and focus instead on what you already have.

Congratulations on your new watches. Hope they being you lasting pleasure...

serdal22 · 15 April 2013, 07:10 PM

Dear Comrades, thank you very much for sharing my happiness and for your very sweet and kind words.

In fact, 3 days apart getting two Rolexes is really very short time, but I have a weakness: When I see a timepiece I like, I don't want to wait then lose it. I am a bit impatient, and I missed several fine watches in the past because I didn't act fast enough. And both of these purchases were partially trades. One of the trades involved my GMT II Coke. And now, I am on the hunt for another Coke. Go, figure . . . ;-)

I will start another thread when I receive the GMT II Black today (Monday).

Again, thank you all very much for sharing my happiness, very best regards . . .

Capt. Serdal

HL65 · 15 April 2013, 08:21 PM

Normal for here! If you have the resources why not? Buy what you want and can and enjoy!! Cheers,

cop414 · 15 April 2013, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Normal for here! If you have the resources why not? Buy what you want and can and enjoy!! Cheers,

+100, as long as you're not causing financial difficulty to yourself I would't worry about it.

benlee · 15 April 2013, 10:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SWISSAHOLICS

This is how I felt when I joined the forum

This is how I felt when I bought one Rolex

This is how I felt when I bought more

This is how my bank account feels after I joined the forum

funniest post I have read for a while.

nauticajoe · 15 April 2013, 10:50 PM

How's your temperature?

Enjoy it! Congrats in advance.

Watcheroo · 15 April 2013, 10:57 PM

If you can handle it, go for it! Cheers.

Jay Tee · 16 April 2013, 03:49 AM

You're not alone; the great (maybe not for the wallet) thing about TRF is that it is incredibly easy and convenient to purchase great timepieces from trusted fellows. The only hesitation aside from funds is whether it will actually look good on your wrist.

DiamondJack · 16 April 2013, 04:08 AM

2011 was my deliberate and probably slightly excessive watch buying year when I bought 16 watches including 5 Rolex's (Smurf and Red Sub included) and yet I felt perfectly normal and with like-minded and very understanding guys and gals on TRF......

In fact, in relative terms, I was still just "learning to walk" compared to some members on TRF..... mentioning no names Ken.....

marnii · 16 April 2013, 07:50 AM

if money allows.why not buy early and enjoy early instead sufferring of waitting 6 months to buy ,plus it holds it value.its actually wise move.

montpyt · 16 April 2013, 07:51 AM

If I could afford it I would!!!!

TimeToGo · 16 April 2013, 09:37 AM

What?!

I blink and you are back on the saddle!!!

Congratulations, can't wait to see the pics..

Hairdude1 · 16 April 2013, 01:41 PM

Sounds good to me!

rolex75216 · 16 April 2013, 04:29 PM

It is normal. You will find that you won't want to stop at 2.

Psmith · 16 April 2013, 08:47 PM

Perfectly normal in TRF-land!

DrNoi · 16 April 2013, 09:10 PM

Elsewhere .. this would be abnormal but among people around the forum .. It is a great thing to do. You're lucky to be able to do that so .. cherish

Cheers :)

Grey.Coupe · 16 April 2013, 11:22 PM

Save yourself!! Send them both to me at once!!

Enjoy.

kilyung · 16 April 2013, 11:34 PM

Enjoy them while you can.

brettpaul · 17 April 2013, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SWISSAHOLICS

This is how I felt when I joined the forum

This is how I felt when I bought one Rolex

This is how I felt when I bought more

This is how my bank account feels after I joined the forum

Outstandingly accurate explanation!

mtrunner · 17 April 2013, 04:26 AM

That is pretty quick turnaround! But probably normal for us crazy WICs on here. I got two within a month or so.

nick c · 17 April 2013, 04:42 AM

Why not

13 April 2013, 01:37 AM	#1
serdal22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Serdal Location: B.C., Canada Watch: 16610-1680-16710 Posts: 456	Is It Normal? Is it normal to get 2 Rolexes in 3 days, or is it a "Rolex thing"? After picking up my grail '69 birth year Sub on Wednesday, now I will receive another piece, GMT II tomorrow. Am I the only one, or do you guys do this kind of things regularly? Any information will help to make me feel better Capt. Serdal __________________ Casio: F-91W; MKII: LRRP UTC 48; Seafighter; Paradive; Seiko: SKX007J; 7548 -700B; 6117 - 8000 Navigator GMT; SBCM023 Prospex Perpetual x 2; CYGHAL: Alarm; Shanghai: Mechanical F.S.; Marathon: MSar 500 Pc. Ltd.; ROLEX: GMT II Pepsi; Sub 16610 T; GMT II Coke K; Sub 1680 ca.1969; PAM: PR.

13 April 2013, 01:40 AM	#3
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,175	Doesn't the doctor say buy 2 and call me in the morning? dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

13 April 2013, 01:56 AM	#5
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	This is how I felt when I joined the forum This is how I felt when I bought one Rolex This is how I felt when I bought more This is how my bank account feels after I joined the forum __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

13 April 2013, 02:12 AM	#6
HERITAGE82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 3,435	I am sure its normal for some. However, I find it kinda strange that you bought another watch 2 days after buying your "Grail" watch.... Maybe it didn't wow you as much as expected. Regardless congrats on the new additions! __________________ - Rolex Explorer - 214270 - Tudor Black Bay - 79230B - Tudor Chronograph - 79270P - Breitling Chronomat - 10th Anniv. - Huguenin Freres Speedmaster Prototype

13 April 2013, 02:14 AM	#7
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Let the good times roll, congrats! __________________

13 April 2013, 01:38 AM	#2
Vincent65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Switzerland Posts: 14,298	no, you're ill! enjoy while you can

13 April 2013, 01:44 AM	#4
Demonoid 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Logan Location: USA Posts: 2,474	If you take a look at many of the RF members then we are all sick in the head. As long as you dont buy them with money that you dont have its all good. We all need to enjoy certain guilty pleasures God gives us. IMHO.

15 April 2013, 01:24 PM	#8
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	Some of may be lucky enough to buy Rolex watches within days of one another. I would guess the many more of us have to wait a little longer to save up the necessary funds. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

15 April 2013, 04:06 PM	#9
versatile1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Jeff Location: Nanaimo, B.C. Watch: DJ2 Blue Romans Posts: 1,980	Bought 3 in the last month and currently dealing on my birth year. Perfectly normal!

15 April 2013, 05:13 PM	#10
Lew Archer "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: L.A., Calif. Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 2,220	There have been occasions where I bought a great watch and gone years without another purchase. Then there have been times when, in a fairly short time span, I bought a couple, almost as if I was on a roll...as if the acquisition of one only seemed to whet my appetite for another. For example, after several years without a watch purchase, last year I went into an AD and looked at an Explorer 2 (the old model) and the new Explorer 1 (the 39mm). Liked them both about equally. Bought the Explorer 2 knowing that it had been discontinued, whereas the other watch was current production and would remain readily available. Also, the white dial of the Explorer 2 was novel. Despite being quite happy with that Explorer 2, I still wanted the Explorer 1. of course, gorgeous pictures on TRF didnt help! Within a month I decided to buy the Explorer 1 at an AD that offered financing (a down payment, then 12 months to pay it off with 0 interest). Like you, I questioned my own actions at the time. I'd never bought two Rolexes in such a short timeframe. But, I had the resources to buy both...and both watches have been very satisfying to own and use, and will be for years. I'm not a watch flipper. So, a year later, I'm glad (and fortunate) to own two very fine such watches. Given the cost, it is something to be careful about, but you're not the only lunatic! If, after the GMT, you're still on the prowl for a watch, and it would not be a good move financially, consider avoiding the forum and AD browsing for awhile, and focus instead on what you already have. Congratulations on your new watches. Hope they being you lasting pleasure...

15 April 2013, 07:10 PM	#11
serdal22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Serdal Location: B.C., Canada Watch: 16610-1680-16710 Posts: 456	Dear Comrades, thank you very much for sharing my happiness and for your very sweet and kind words. In fact, 3 days apart getting two Rolexes is really very short time, but I have a weakness: When I see a timepiece I like, I don't want to wait then lose it. I am a bit impatient, and I missed several fine watches in the past because I didn't act fast enough. And both of these purchases were partially trades. One of the trades involved my GMT II Coke. And now, I am on the hunt for another Coke. Go, figure . . . ;-) I will start another thread when I receive the GMT II Black today (Monday). Again, thank you all very much for sharing my happiness, very best regards . . . Capt. Serdal __________________ Casio: F-91W; MKII: LRRP UTC 48; Seafighter; Paradive; Seiko: SKX007J; 7548 -700B; 6117 - 8000 Navigator GMT; SBCM023 Prospex Perpetual x 2; CYGHAL: Alarm; Shanghai: Mechanical F.S.; Marathon: MSar 500 Pc. Ltd.; ROLEX: GMT II Pepsi; Sub 16610 T; GMT II Coke K; Sub 1680 ca.1969; PAM: PR.

15 April 2013, 08:21 PM	#12
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,989	Normal for here! If you have the resources why not? Buy what you want and can and enjoy!! Cheers, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

15 April 2013, 10:50 PM	#15
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	How's your temperature? Enjoy it! Congrats in advance.

15 April 2013, 10:57 PM	#16
Watcheroo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 3,926	If you can handle it, go for it! Cheers.

16 April 2013, 03:49 AM	#17
Jay Tee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Jay Location: Canada Watch: 116520/PAM/PO2500 Posts: 293	You're not alone; the great (maybe not for the wallet) thing about TRF is that it is incredibly easy and convenient to purchase great timepieces from trusted fellows. The only hesitation aside from funds is whether it will actually look good on your wrist.

16 April 2013, 04:08 AM	#18
DiamondJack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Watch: Quite a few Posts: 4,315	2011 was my deliberate and probably slightly excessive watch buying year when I bought 16 watches including 5 Rolex's (Smurf and Red Sub included) and yet I felt perfectly normal and with like-minded and very understanding guys and gals on TRF...... In fact, in relative terms, I was still just "learning to walk" compared to some members on TRF..... mentioning no names Ken.....

16 April 2013, 07:50 AM	#19
marnii "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: kevin Location: ny Posts: 235	if money allows.why not buy early and enjoy early instead sufferring of waitting 6 months to buy ,plus it holds it value.its actually wise move.

16 April 2013, 07:51 AM	#20
montpyt "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Shawn Location: WPB, FL Watch: 116610LV "HULK" Posts: 1,095	If I could afford it I would!!!! __________________ ACTIVE MEMBER OF RED SOX NATION

16 April 2013, 09:37 AM	#21
TimeToGo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North Florida Posts: 16,713	What?! I blink and you are back on the saddle!!! Congratulations, can't wait to see the pics..

16 April 2013, 01:41 PM	#22
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Sounds good to me!

16 April 2013, 04:29 PM	#23
rolex75216 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 2,008	It is normal. You will find that you won't want to stop at 2.

16 April 2013, 08:47 PM	#24
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Perfectly normal in TRF-land! __________________

16 April 2013, 09:10 PM	#25
DrNoi "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Soraj Location: Bangkok Watch: Rolex Grand Seiko Posts: 42	Elsewhere .. this would be abnormal but among people around the forum .. It is a great thing to do. You're lucky to be able to do that so .. cherish Cheers :)

16 April 2013, 11:22 PM	#26
Grey.Coupe "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NC, USA Posts: 555	Save yourself!! Send them both to me at once!! Enjoy.

16 April 2013, 11:34 PM	#27
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Enjoy them while you can.

17 April 2013, 04:26 AM	#29
mtrunner 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,835	That is pretty quick turnaround! But probably normal for us crazy WICs on here. I got two within a month or so.

17 April 2013, 04:42 AM	#30
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Why not

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