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Black Bay Dan · 3 February 2023, 11:18 PM

After 44 Years of continued ownership, I no longer own a Rolex watch as just sold my Datejust 1601. I don't feel sad or have any regret, as people on TRF said I would when I sold my other three Rolex watches back in July of last year. The only Rolex watch that I would like to buy is Submariner 126613LN and since my local AD, whom I had history with, is no longer a Rolex AD, that seems somewhat off. Next watch will be a Tudor Black Bay 58 79030B. Cheers and very glad Dry January is finally over.

Rolex Datejust 1601 (TRF).jpeg

tifosi · 3 February 2023, 11:24 PM

You are still sticking around the forum, right???

Black Bay Dan · 3 February 2023, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by tifosi

You are still sticking around the forum, right???

Yes of course - Tudor and Rolex are still in the same Sub-Forum thank heavens.

Dan

JRell · 3 February 2023, 11:30 PM

I have great news for you! Since you unloaded your watches and potentially have some cash around, and want the TT black sub and lost your AD, check this out from another thread!

tifosi · 3 February 2023, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Black Bay Dan

Yes of course - Tudor and Rolex are still in the same Sub-Forum thank heavens.

Dan

OK good!

May I ask why you sold it?

brandrea · 3 February 2023, 11:33 PM

That’s a beautiful looking DJ Dan, but as you say no regrets.

Good luck on the Submariner purchase

Black Bay Dan · 3 February 2023, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by tifosi

OK good!

May I ask why you sold it?

I had had it since 2009 and was simply not wearing it anymore. After wearing Black Bay watches for the past seven years it just felt too small and delicate. Guy who bought it on eBay is very pleased so every cloud!

Dan

Black Bay Dan · 3 February 2023, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

That’s a beautiful looking DJ Dan, but as you say no regrets.

Good luck on the Submariner purchase

Cheers.

Dan

B2 Stealth · 4 February 2023, 12:13 AM

You may consider a SD43. Substantial but more comfortable than my Submariner. Compare and decide.

Black Bay Dan · 4 February 2023, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by B2 Stealth

You may consider a SD43. Substantial but more comfortable than my Submariner. Compare and decide.

I had a Submariner 16610LV which I wore pretty much every day for six years. Comfort was never an issue. Cheers.

Dan

NachoNeal · 4 February 2023, 12:21 AM

Nice move! Worst case scenario you repurchase!

hgb4529 · 4 February 2023, 01:18 AM

Congrats on 44 long years. You've been there and done that. Enjoy the many other flavors of watch-wearing.

Black Bay Dan · 4 February 2023, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by hgb4529

Congrats on 44 long years. You've been there and done that. Enjoy the many other flavors of watch-wearing.

Cheers. I still love Rolex btw

Dan

MinMay · 4 February 2023, 01:38 AM

I am jealous.

You have no hair on your arm.

Black Bay Dan · 4 February 2023, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by MinMay

I am jealous.

You have no hair on your arm.

My mum used to say it was evolution

. Her father was from the South of France and from the photos I have seen, he definitely had a Moor heritage, so we all tanned very nicely in the Summer.

Dan

DonLee · 4 February 2023, 02:00 AM

oh man... if i owned a watch that long, I certainly wouldn't be selling it for a new one. what you had was full of history and character. That datejust is very nice. Had the bracelet become too flimsy, you could still change to a leather strap.

well it's gone now, so probably shouldnt' dwell too long about it. hope you set some new wonderful memories with your new(er) watches then.

4 Aussies · 4 February 2023, 02:02 AM

Is the spread for your Sub on the grey that much more over MRSP? Why settle, get what you desire.

beshannon · 4 February 2023, 02:09 AM

Congrats and I am right there with you, one more to go and I am done with this brand

Black Bay Dan · 4 February 2023, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DonLee

oh man... if i owned a watch that long, I certainly wouldn't be selling it for a new one. what you had was full of history and character. That datejust is very nice. Had the bracelet become too flimsy, you could still change to a leather strap.

well it's gone now, so probably shouldnt' dwell too long about it. hope you set some new wonderful memories with your new(er) watches then.

I only had the Datejust since 2009. The watch was serviced in 2009 by RSC Bexley and had a new white dial and Jubilee bracelet fitted. I have only worn it a few times since then so bracelet was as new with no stretch whatsoever. The entire watch looks brand new.

Dan

Black Bay Dan · 4 February 2023, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

Congrats and I am right there with you, one more to go and I am done with this brand

Don't get me wrong, I still love Rolex & Tudor. It's just I had three 4 digit references that I no longer wore and one 5 digit that was worth so much I no longer felt comfortable wearing it in public.

Dan

Chewbacca · 4 February 2023, 02:28 AM

Smart. it’s about the journey not the things. Also One last thing the estate has to deal with.

ArtNouveau · 4 February 2023, 02:38 AM

I can relate. I’m more a “watch guy” than a “Rolex guy.” I’ve had a dozen Rolex since my first bought in 1984 but there’s been several gaps of years when I owned none. The three I have now are the most I’ve ever had at the same time and no real plans to add or liquidate at this moment.

Black Bay Dan · 5 February 2023, 02:17 AM

Well that did not take long!

Tudor Black Bay 58.jpeg

rootbeer7 · 5 February 2023, 07:28 AM

Similar for me. Had Rolex since late 90s. Now 3 Panerai. Just bought vintage Tudor Date-Day with Rolex case, caseback & crown if that still counts!! Wear what you love.

mr.president1 · 5 February 2023, 07:31 AM

Just bought the BB58 B, and love it!! Looks great!

fskywalker · 5 February 2023, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black Bay Dan

After 44 Years of continued ownership, I no longer own a Rolex watch as just sold my Datejust 1601. I don't feel sad or have any regret, as people on TRF said I would when I sold my other three Rolex watches back in July of last year. The only Rolex watch that I would like to buy is Submariner 126613LN and since my local AD, whom I had history with, is no longer a Rolex AD, that seems somewhat off. Next watch will be a Tudor Black Bay 58 79030B. Cheers and very glad Dry January is finally over.

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Nothing wrong with that!

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WatchGuy1966 · 5 February 2023, 03:51 PM

I hope you'll really enjoy the BB58

Love mine

George58 · 5 February 2023, 07:42 PM

I would have not got rid of your dj 1601 I think you're going to miss her with all those years ownership.

rootbeer7 · 5 February 2023, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by George58

I would have not got rid of your dj 1601 I think you're going to miss her with all those years ownership.

I’ve had a few. Always felt they were just a bit small. My 38mm Tudor is spot on.

Black Bay Dan · 6 February 2023, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NachoNeal

Nice move! Worst case scenario you repurchase!

Quote:

Originally Posted by hgb4529

Congrats on 44 long years. You've been there and done that. Enjoy the many other flavors of watch-wearing.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Smart. it’s about the journey not the things. Also One last thing the estate has to deal with.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Similar for me. Had Rolex since late 90s. Now 3 Panerai. Just bought vintage Tudor Date-Day with Rolex case, caseback & crown if that still counts!! Wear what you love.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr.president1

Just bought the BB58 B, and love it!! Looks great!

Quote:

Originally Posted by fskywalker

Nothing wrong with that!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Quote:

Originally Posted by WatchGuy1966

I hope you'll really enjoy the BB58

Love mine

Cheers Guys.

Dan

3 February 2023, 11:18 PM	#1
Black Bay Dan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Chichester Watch: Tudor Black Bay Posts: 1,597	The Crown Has Left The Building After 44 Years of continued ownership, I no longer own a Rolex watch as just sold my Datejust 1601. I don't feel sad or have any regret, as people on TRF said I would when I sold my other three Rolex watches back in July of last year. The only Rolex watch that I would like to buy is Submariner 126613LN and since my local AD, whom I had history with, is no longer a Rolex AD, that seems somewhat off. Next watch will be a Tudor Black Bay 58 79030B. Cheers and very glad Dry January is finally over. Rolex Datejust 1601 (TRF).jpeg __________________ Tudor Heritage Black Bay 79220R (2015) Tudor Black Bay GMT 79830RB (2022) Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight 79030B (2023)

3 February 2023, 11:24 PM	#2
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	You are still sticking around the forum, right??? __________________ Russ

4 February 2023, 12:21 AM	#11
NachoNeal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Neal Location: Point Loma Watch: ing the river flow Posts: 2,855	Nice move! Worst case scenario you repurchase! __________________ . Sub No Date (14060); Tudor Ranger; Explorer (124270); Day Date (18238) stolen by wife; CasiOak.

4 February 2023, 02:09 AM	#18
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Congrats and I am right there with you, one more to go and I am done with this brand __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

5 February 2023, 02:17 AM	#23
Black Bay Dan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Chichester Watch: Tudor Black Bay Posts: 1,597	Well that did not take long! Tudor Black Bay 58.jpeg __________________ Tudor Heritage Black Bay 79220R (2015) Tudor Black Bay GMT 79830RB (2022) Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight 79030B (2023)

3 February 2023, 11:33 PM	#6
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,711	That’s a beautiful looking DJ Dan, but as you say no regrets. Good luck on the Submariner purchase

4 February 2023, 12:13 AM	#9
B2 Stealth "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,711	You may consider a SD43. Substantial but more comfortable than my Submariner. Compare and decide.

4 February 2023, 01:18 AM	#12
hgb4529 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: New England Watch: RO, Nautilus, GMT Posts: 125	Congrats on 44 long years. You've been there and done that. Enjoy the many other flavors of watch-wearing.

4 February 2023, 01:38 AM	#14
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	I am jealous. You have no hair on your arm.

4 February 2023, 02:00 AM	#16
DonLee "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: HK Posts: 1,065	oh man... if i owned a watch that long, I certainly wouldn't be selling it for a new one. what you had was full of history and character. That datejust is very nice. Had the bracelet become too flimsy, you could still change to a leather strap. well it's gone now, so probably shouldnt' dwell too long about it. hope you set some new wonderful memories with your new(er) watches then.

4 February 2023, 02:02 AM	#17
4 Aussies 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Real Name: Randy Location: Midwest USA Watch: Blue Sky Posts: 3,153	Is the spread for your Sub on the grey that much more over MRSP? Why settle, get what you desire.

4 February 2023, 02:28 AM	#21
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Smart. it’s about the journey not the things. Also One last thing the estate has to deal with.

4 February 2023, 02:38 AM	#22
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 5,336	I can relate. I’m more a “watch guy” than a “Rolex guy.” I’ve had a dozen Rolex since my first bought in 1984 but there’s been several gaps of years when I owned none. The three I have now are the most I’ve ever had at the same time and no real plans to add or liquidate at this moment.

5 February 2023, 07:28 AM	#24
rootbeer7 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 6,138	Similar for me. Had Rolex since late 90s. Now 3 Panerai. Just bought vintage Tudor Date-Day with Rolex case, caseback & crown if that still counts!! Wear what you love. __________________ @imrootbeer7

5 February 2023, 07:31 AM	#25
mr.president1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ohio,UnitedStates Watch: ROLEX OMEGA Posts: 1,458	Just bought the BB58 B, and love it!! Looks great! __________________ ROLEX & OMEGA

5 February 2023, 03:51 PM	#27
WatchGuy1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Location Location Posts: 1,793	I hope you'll really enjoy the BB58 Love mine

5 February 2023, 07:42 PM	#28
George58 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Home Watch: Patek Aquanaut Posts: 837	I would have not got rid of your dj 1601 I think you're going to miss her with all those years ownership.

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