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2 October 2019, 12:22 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: Michigan
Posts: 860
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Newcomer here, got my 1st!
I wanted to share my story.
I'm disabled but have always dreamed a Rolex probably since I was 10. Well, close to 37 now, I was finally able to realize my dream. I had my sights set on a Sub C Date. Of course we all know what a feat that is to find a SS Sport model currently. At first I did my diligence just getting my name on waitlists to be on a waitlist. Needless to say, I was basically laughed at when calling. Especially when indicating I didn't plan to spend anymore money after my purchase except maybe a bday present here or there for my wife or daughter. However, at a point where I had called all but one last AD in my state, I decided to change my approach. Instead of just hope and blind luck, I figured i'd try telling the sales associate my story. So I called in with no hope left, I had to try though! Surprisingly, when I asked if they had a sub date, the man replied "we don't have any in the showcase". Hmmmmm.... I think I understand what he's saying. But I didn't push it. I just said I understand, I know they're hard to find right now and that many people just want to flip them for profit. That's when I explained my dream, my saving, etc. To which he then replied "I'll see what I can do". I thanked him and we hung up. A week later I called to follow up, this time I spoke with a woman. She explained to me that yes they had one last week but they sold it... My dreams had been crushed, I really thought they'd come through for me. So I said I understand and to call me if they get another. There very next day the first guy I spoke with previously called me. He asked if I was still looking, and that they had sold a no date but he had been able to hold the date model for me and it's mine whenever i can come get it! WHAT???!!!!!??? An hour later it was on my wrist! I started looking in late July. September 20, I had it. I still can't believe it and I am so happy to know I'll have this my whole life, ticking away perfectly as all Rolex do. |
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2 October 2019, 12:43 PM
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Banned
Join Date: Apr 2014
Real Name: Matt
Location: UK / EU & Canada
Watch: Sub 114060
Posts: 1,349
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Fantastic story and congrats! This one may be your first but will not be your last.
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2 October 2019, 12:46 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jul 2013
Real Name: Brian (TBone)
Location: canada
Watch: es make me smile
Posts: 77,711
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Welcome to the forum and big congratulations
 Wear it in good health
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2 October 2019, 12:47 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Sep 2019
Real Name: Randy
Location: Midwest USA
Watch: Blue Sky
Posts: 3,153
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Great story my Michigan Brother!! May your new watch bring you much pleasure! Go Blue!!!
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2 October 2019, 12:50 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2014
Real Name: Tom
Location: New Jersey
Watch: Rolex, Omega, AP
Posts: 991
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Great story and congrats on a classic.
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2 October 2019, 12:51 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2013
Real Name: Nick
Location: Las Vegas
Watch: 1601
Posts: 10,613
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Congratulations and welcome to the forum! Wear in good health
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2 October 2019, 12:53 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: US
Posts: 570
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Congrats!
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2 October 2019, 12:53 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2017
Real Name: Louis Nick Ric
Location: Michigan, USA
Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs,
Posts: 10,171
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Congrats on your Sub Date! Enjoy that Beauty and welcome to the Rolex Forum from another Michigan brother ... (N.of the D) here..
 Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk |
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2 October 2019, 01:02 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2018
Real Name: Paul
Location: Colorado
Watch: Explorer
Posts: 1,543
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Big congrats! Thanks for sharing the great story.
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2 October 2019, 01:13 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2006
Real Name: Jim
Location: SE NH
Watch: DSSD
Posts: 388
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Enjoy your Sub Date, and welcome to TRF!
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2 October 2019, 01:28 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: Chicago
Posts: 1,650
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The iconic and timeless Sub. Congratulations. Great choice for your first.
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2 October 2019, 01:29 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: Michigan
Posts: 860
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Thanks for the warm welcomes everyone!
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2 October 2019, 01:30 PM
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Banned
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: California
Posts: 802
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Congrats! Your persistence paid off!
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2 October 2019, 01:32 PM
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2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Australia
Posts: 2,191
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Congratulations, lovely story.
You have chosen a great watch that will give you years of pleasure.
Last edited by Oldfellow; 2 October 2019 at 01:33 PM.. Reason: Typo |
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2 October 2019, 01:34 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: San Francisco, CA
Watch: Date & No Date
Posts: 10,868
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Great story and congrats. It must feel so amazing. Really happy for you. :)
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2 October 2019, 01:39 PM
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2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Oklahoma
Posts: 1,960
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Congrats and welcome!
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2 October 2019, 01:43 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: USA
Posts: 6,623
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welcome and congratulations!
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2 October 2019, 01:48 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jun 2019
Location: USA
Watch: Rolex Submariner
Posts: 357
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What an enjoyable story; thank you for sharing it!
I, too, had a lifelong dream of owning a Rolex Submariner, which was recently realized at age 59. I think I understand your feelings right now! Enjoy your Submariner! Michael
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2 October 2019, 01:51 PM
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2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: May 2018
Location: USA
Watch: P A T E K
Posts: 4,706
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Congrats
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2 October 2019, 02:59 PM
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Banned
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Florida, Canada
Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega
Posts: 30,244
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Welcome.
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2 October 2019, 03:06 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: Philippines
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Congratulations!
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2 October 2019, 03:15 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: Planet Earth
Watch: Me Now
Posts: 851
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That really is a great story. Very happy for you. The acquisition is part of the story! Enjoy it my friend, you’ve totally earned this one.
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2 October 2019, 03:41 PM
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Banned
Join Date: Aug 2019
Location: United Kingdom
Posts: 329
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What a watch .. a classic. Enjoy and welcome
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2 October 2019, 03:43 PM
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2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Itinerant
Watch: 79010sg
Posts: 8,325
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Dayyyyum! Great story and watch!!
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2 October 2019, 04:55 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: Finland
Posts: 277
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Great watch! Welcome!
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2 October 2019, 07:09 PM
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Banned
Join Date: Jan 2017
Real Name: JEREMY
Location: USA
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Wow such an amazing story and timepiece. Congrats and welcome to the forum!
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2 October 2019, 07:34 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: Land of OZ
Posts: 1,411
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Congrats!
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2 October 2019, 07:39 PM
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TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron
Join Date: Dec 2007
Real Name: Ken
Location: SW Florida
Watch: One on my wrist.
Posts: 63,984
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Congrats and welcome!
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2 October 2019, 08:48 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2018
Real Name: Jonathan
Location: East
Watch: ...
Posts: 1,171
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Congratulations! The power of communication
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2 October 2019, 09:01 PM
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Banned
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Real Name: Jonathan
Location: USA
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Congrats and welcome!
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