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2017: From "Flipper" to Purist???

 

In a year that saw my fortunate discovery of this forum, an ill-advised accusation of "flipper" following my first post, and (I hope) ultimately acceptance as an actual living, breathing "collector" of sorts, I want thank all of you for the education, wisdom, passion, and friendship that I've been so lucky to find. PuristSPro, part of my now daily routine, provides a unique opportunity to discover, to daydream, to evolve...and I cherish all of your commitment here. Enjoy the New Year, with promises of blessings and continued good fortune, good friends, and good family.


And just for fun, a quick repost of the picture (originally posted so full of childish glee following the arrival of two sought after pieces) which launched my new brand!





I'd like to think the myth has since been addressed, but for the benefit of a particularly concerned Puristi, a few bits of evidence to the contrary 😜😜😜






















But...can I still own that nickname?!?

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In my youth, flipper was the name of a dolphin. 😉

 
By: Pretty Boy : December 30th, 2017-12:46
Joke aside, you have a stunning collection of Pateks. The fact that you own a 5204P-010 and never really post it here speaks louder than words. Here‘s to many more. Best wishes for 2018, Volker

I remember that dolphin 😀

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-12:59
I will certainly post a picture or two in due course, but between accusations of "flipper," "lucky to be rich," etc. I'm a bit reluctant to draw further misperception. As much as I cherish and trust a core group of Purists, and welcome every new member in... 

Great sense of humor.

 
By: Pretty Boy : December 30th, 2017-23:37
You really changed your avatar. 😳

😆🤣😆 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:39

The benefit of the doubt...

 
By: ThomasM : December 30th, 2017-13:22
Hi, 5980, It has always been my policy, since I founded the site, and was always the standard, to give everyone the benefit of the doubt. That it seems you may not have been afforded this benefit when you first joined our community, is very unfortunate an... 

Thank you Thomas. I believe it was simple bad luck, as I've not seen anything akin since.

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-13:27
The forum is a wonderful asset which we should all enjoy and respect. Thank you and all the moderators for your efforts Happy holidays

Only if you change your avatar pic to this:

 
By: Arie - Mr Orange : December 30th, 2017-13:47
😉 Happy New Years! ...  

Ha! Love this 😀 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-17:48

LOL brilliant [nt]

 
By: Arie - Mr Orange : December 30th, 2017-23:35

Your finders fee is in the post 😉 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:40

Glad that you are here. Happy New Year and hope see you again next year. [nt]

 
By: dr.kol : December 31st, 2017-02:18

Thank you my friend. I will be here 😊 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:38

That makes me happy! [nt]

 
By: dr.kol : December 31st, 2017-15:27

My sympathy and best wishes

 
By: MTF : December 30th, 2017-14:12
Dear 5980 I am sorry for your initial experience but buoyed by your continued participation. Happy New Year! Regards MTF

I like to arrive with a bang...of some sort or another 😉 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-17:50

Glad to have you here.

 
By: zabreg1 Mr White : December 30th, 2017-14:29
Keep posting these beauties.

Thank you. You don’t need to ask me twice [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-17:50

Thanks for staying with us and thanks for great posts during year...

 
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : December 30th, 2017-15:06
also glad that you realized good guys always win Cheers D

They certainly do on this fantastic forum. Thanks for the support and virtual friendship 😀 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-17:51

Not Flipper but you’re da P man - Porsche, Patek Philippe PuristS...

 
By: Clueless_Collector : December 30th, 2017-15:41
oh, Plus Panerai before I forget 😬 It’s a pleasure to have you here and no question about your amazing P collection, only admiration. Rgds Raymond

Thanks Raymond. I hadn’t made the P connection. Perhaps I should broaden my horizons?!? [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-17:52

No, no, no....

 
By: Clueless_Collector : December 30th, 2017-18:37
Stick to PP, it’s the right strategy. I’ve been too diversified from the start, now I’m down to only 4 brands and eventually maybe just 2.

I think I like this answer 😀. Which are the current four, and probable two?? [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-19:44

Current 4...

 
By: Clueless_Collector : December 30th, 2017-20:10
Patek Philippe A Lange Sohne Rolex Omega And final 2 will just be the top 2, PP and ALS.

Hard to argue with that 😀 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-23:14

Glad you decided to stay on and contribute to the discussion.

 
By: Greenwatch : December 30th, 2017-15:44
So sorry for the experience. At least in the end you are able to prove some people wrong. But hey for now, happy new year to you. More Pateks in the coming year. 😊

You got that right! Happy New Year to you! [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-17:52

Why is being a flipper akin to being a War Criminal? the market decides not us...

 
By: SALMANPK : December 30th, 2017-17:53
Happy New Year and everyone flips sooner or later, they just do it on the down low so they can point fingers at others. To them I say for Shame. S

The discreet flipper. I like that. I’ve not ever sold a piece, but at least I have this option 😉 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-17:56

I would not call you a flipper but a collector of the first degree.

 
By: geross : December 30th, 2017-20:39
And you have good taste in watches. Happy New Year. Please continue to post. Best wishes and also for the new year 2018. Geross.

Thank you Geross for the kind words. I can confirm, with total confidence, that since joining this extraordinary group I have become a more informed, more well-rounded collector. Thank you to all 😊 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 30th, 2017-23:19

I’m sad you had a bad experience here when you just arrived but I’m happy you have decided to stay with us 🙏

 
By: Alkiro1 : December 31st, 2017-00:41
Happy New Year to you and yours and all the best for 2018 with all of us here. Best wishes Alkiro

Thank you kindly. I created this post really just to make light of a situation I thought a few of my fellow Purists would remember fondly 😂. I’ve been accused of much worse...occasionally even accurately 🤣🤣 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-02:23

LOL 😁

 
By: Alkiro1 : December 31st, 2017-06:05
I really love your new avatar picture by the way 😉 Best wishes Alkiro

Suits me perfectly! [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:41

😁

 
By: Alkiro1 : December 31st, 2017-13:42
Best wishes Alkiro

Happy New Year!

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : December 31st, 2017-00:42
5980.....love the new Avatar. Yes, I think benefit of the doubt can sometimes be a good thing. In your instance, it was good that I gave it to you rather than the person who accused you....LoL. It has been great to have you on the forum this year as a new... 

Lol Joe! I’m glad I won the coin toss 😀. I can’t wait to see what 2018 brings! [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-02:25

You always win the coin toss.....

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : December 31st, 2017-03:15
..... you lucky rich guy.

Better lucky than good 😉 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:34

Keep up the posts In 2018 5980.

 
By: Miles_151 : December 31st, 2017-03:27
And make us all smile. M.

Thx Miles. That I can do! [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:34

Good you stayed!

 
By: blomman Mr Blue : December 31st, 2017-04:08
This is a place for watch lovers, which you clearly showed you are! Best Blomman

I’m in good company. Thank you 🙏. Happy New Year [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:35

Great post and photos.

 
By: RussW : December 31st, 2017-07:38
Keep ‘em coming in 2018.

Count on it 😀 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:36

Hi 5980 (aka PuristS non-"flipper"), thanks for all your posts and photos & wrist shots of...

 
By: GLau : December 31st, 2017-07:56
your wonderful pieces ! Your threads have been delightful to read. Please keep them coming ! Unfortunately your good intention was misunderstood, something which also happened to others (including yours truly). Misunderstanding is part of life and polite ... 

You’re absolutely right Gordon, thank you. Not the first, nor will it be the last such occasion. And in the end, at least it keeps things interesting 😀 [nt]

 
By: 5980 : December 31st, 2017-10:37