MichaelC
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Yes, all understandable.
You have given so much to this Community. You are a real leader here. Not just the number of posts (which I know you lead as well!), but the knowledge, the sincerity, the friendship you offer to all. It is sad to know it would be a real struggle for you to reacquire the same watch. But in this manner, not only can you have it back, but I believe it will be even more enjoyable than before. And the bad experience can be erased from your mind, replaced by this more meaningful one.
A nice opportunity for us
I am looking for 60 PuristS with $100. Let's restore Nicolas' Rolex Air King!!
I am sad, furious, and emotional reading that Nicolas has been the victim of theft once again. I won't ask the proverbial what is wrong with the world. More than can ever be fixed. But here is a chance to show what is right. We have all learned from Nico ...
I’d be pleased to participate
And great idea. I hope it would be a special piece coming as a gift from all his friends here. Enough to overcome the no repurchase rule.
I´m in, Michael!
I too was really upset when I learned about this and was thinking of a gesture towards Nico as well, but yours is even better! We´re with you, Nico! Thanks for starting this initiative, Michael Alex
$100 from me as well.
Nicolas’ detail and well written reports had influenced my collection a big time. Almost anything I search regarding on JLC, his posts inevitably pop up. I always wanted to thank him for sharing his knowledge and moderating the forum for so long. I sincer...
Sorry to be practical about this but…
We need to establish a register of stolen watches. It’s not the total solution but it would help.
I'm in but do not have paypal. [nt]
Nicolas has been so cool with me providing me a lot of advice.
If you reach the 60 people
Please donate it to a good cause like cancer research or education for deprived children. Something sensible. And I say this with the highest regards and respect.
You could author this reply every time someone posts a new watch, Arie.
That is not the point of this particular thread, but thanks anyways for your input.
OK but posting his financial info is not a good idea
Probably best done by PM or other more secretive approach Mike
I had planned something else for my 2000th post, but sometimes things take a different route.
And I could not use it for a better cause than to say: I'm in! I got so much from Nicolas over the years, time to give something back. Best, Martin
Pls count me in as well!
But I do not have paypal. Just let me know how to transfer the funds across. Nicolas made it possible for me to acquire the montblanc 1858 monopusher. I hope we are able to get him a new air king, as it bears a great deal of significance to him (with his ...
Thanks to everyone who has replied. I am open to ideas on how to get the funds to Nico -
Someone mentioned "go fund me". I thought we could individually paypal. But this is not my expertise, let's work on an idea as the remining spots are filled.
I am in 🙋🏻♂️
This is why i love this warm community so much 🙏🏻 great spirit a like .
Yes, all understandable.
You have given so much to this Community. You are a real leader here. Not just the number of posts (which I know you lead as well!), but the knowledge, the sincerity, the friendship you offer to all. It is sad to know it would be a real struggle for you t...
I am in as well...
I have gotten so much value from Nico’s posts over the years. Just need details. Dave G
Thanks to all participants! We are at 35 so far (counting pplater once), over half way there!
I suspect a lot of regular members have not seen this post based upon their absence. This is a tremendous opportunity to help a Friend!
Count me in plus a suggestion
First of all allow me to introduce myself: I started collecting watches only few years ago and this purist app has taught me a lot. Thanks for that There are those fortunate enough to be able to buy their holy grails others unfortunately can not afford th...
Question - do any of the European members have a local dealer the watch could be purchased from?
Nicolas does not have his own paypal account, but could set one up. But if we have a local member who could collect the funds and buy the watch, that would work too.
Late to the thread, but I'm in
Great idea, Michael, and more than worthy cause. It is about easing loss and showing support and gratitude. Park
Even though I missed the original post the first time around...
Due to the combination of family and work, I am glad that I managed to become a part of it after all. Thanks for this fantastic initiative Michael and looking forward to seeing the final result on Nico‘s wrist soon
Sure, I am in
Could not think of a better way to restore some karmic balance! Thanks for the initiative Andreas