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Horrible news. Yet I thank God for your Family.
Nicolas, I feel so bad for you. Yes, they are only material losses, and in the end we cannot take those things with us anyways. But there is also so much passion and heart poured into acquiring and loving a watch. As always, thank you for your many contributions to thePuristS. This community would never be the same without you.
Message from Nicolas (AMANICO)
Message from Nicolas (AMANICO) Due to an unforeseeable (material) situation, Nicolas will not be able to login for a few days. He is also sorry to keep you in the dark about the SIHH 2011, but he promises that as soon as it is possible he will share all h...
Hope that it isn't something terrible in question
or his computer finally gave up :0) Thank you for info I started to worry... honestly Best Damjan
What's important is that he and those around him are safe. The watches can wait.
Thank you for bringing the news. Ruckdee
No worries...
I'm sure that we'll all find a way to soldier on. I just hope that everything is good with Nico. Regards, Adam
Re: Due to an unforeseeable material situation…
Sorry to hear this! But, as long as it’s “only” material… Get home safe, my friend! Best Blomman
Looking forward to your return, Nicolas
I hope this unfortunate situation is resolved soon. Poy, thanks for letting us know. Best, Alejandro
I hope everything is fine with Nico
at least on Monday he was busily taking pictures of new watches and collecting information in SIHH. Thanks to Nico, I had a wonderful trip to Geneva with my GF. Hope to see Nico back soon in this forum. Best, Kari
I hope that all is well for Nicolas.
Sorry to hear this and thanks for the update. Best, Goh
ALL THE BEST TO OUR FRIEND, NICO.
watches can come later... hope thing goes well with Nico. stefan
I'm sure our beloved Vlad would be ok.
What could possibly happen to one that lives for few hundred years. My guess is that he jammed too much info into the network and fried the server. Jokes aside, wishing you a safe return, Nicolas. Best Tyler
All my best for the best...
Looking forward to the safe and speedy return of our beloved moderator.
Thank you for posting this news, Poy. Our dear Nicolas . . .
. . . is missed, and by his colleagues most of all. Gratefully, Art
Don't be sorry
Hi Nicolas, first of all, don't be sorry for the report. You make so much job here just to keep us informed and to give us such great informations that you don't have to be sorry for that. I was astonishes to don't read from you here for some days now and...
I sincerely hope all is well
, and Nicolas can join us again soon. Watches can wait, I wish you all the best with whatever it is you need to deal with. Regards Robert
Many thanks to all of you.
While in Geneva, I've been burglared, but luckily, my wife and my daughters weren't there. I had to change my plans and to come back home in hurry. I lost a part of my collection and to rethink my security system, as well as dealing with all the administr...
finally seeing your news...
i was feeling uneasy because we did not hear from you for few days especially during this important event period as a watch supporter. although feeling bad after reading your incident.. at least now i feel a big release because you and your family are oka...
Glad it's "just" material
Hi Nicolas, I'm glad you're allright, and that you point out the major difference between personal and material damage or loss. Still these kind of occasions are a big personal blow. Like hitting that object with your brand new car. It's just a car, but s...
Well, it is difficult to consider that I will laught about that in 10 years...
There are pieces which are gone which costed me a lot of time, to say the least, to grab, and some sacrifices, too. I doubt I will be able to afford them, now... But yes, I keep my faith in mankind... There are good and bad guys, nothing new under the sun...
I'm shocked..
so sorry to read this Nico .... I know it's only material but nevertheless it was special material and irreplaceble sometimes .... I hope they catch the ones who did this !! I can only hope you had some insurance ... amities, Patrick
These are very nice words, k...
Exactly what I needed to read. Best, my friend. Nicolas.
You really have my sympathy Nicolas, this is really bad.
But as several others have noted, the most important thing is that you are OK! Will keep a vigilant and extra careful lookout for the pieces you mentioned, but I fear they are lost. Best, in times of trouble, Richard
I think ...
... i'm very angry ... but don't know who to be angry at directly ... let's just hope for the thieves' sake they never cross my path or i will be in need of a very good lawyer .... . ... BUT i'm very happy that nobody got hurt physically ... . Filip
This must be very upsetting for you
But am pleased that you and yours are safe. Vernon
Nico, you're an amazing human being
Going through what you go through I seriously doubt anyone can handle better than you. You have just become my hero. Salute! Best Tyler
I second those feelings Tyler
Nico is amazing for even posting anything for us let alone something so positive and encouraging. A true hero!
Could not agree more - Well put..
- Absolutely yes, huge respect and all the friendship, that we, your "connected" friends, can give you, Nicolas. Important , as everyone realizes these hours and days, when the unfortunate news broke, to share our compassion & friendship . But hey and aga...
Most importantly...
... we all all glad to know that you and your family are physically well. As far as the lost possessions go, it might take awhile, but these may be replaced over time. Hopefully, you've filed a report with the police with documentation (we know you have a...
Sympathy's to you Nico....
but glad you and your lovely family are all OK. Yours my friend, Andy.
Very bad news Nicolas!
I hope the authorities can help you with proper action, but the most important thing is that you have your health and I hope that what happened wont affect your passion with fine watches. Sincerely Rob
I feel your pain and I am so sorry on your behalf!
It is funny how we fool ourselves: I just took after SIHH 40 watches from the bank vault after SIHH in order to see what I have and what I "need". This terrible happening teached me four things: 1. I will keep my watches in the bank vault and have just a ...
No words can explain the sorrow I feel ..
the realization that all are safe and well is great comfort,but after that is assessed,the anger remains for your beloved watches.... I suffered 2 robberies and the emptiness they leave is great,,its such a coward crime it should never happen.. my heart i...
mate, from the bottom of my heart, i am really sorry to hear news of this
you take care. and i wish your family will recover from this ordeal as well. and i pray that the burglers be brought before justice and that you can recover your collection and/or restitution be made for you to rebuild, though i know some pieces are irrep...
shocked as everyone else...but glad as everyone else
Shocked about the news. But just real glad you and your family are safe. By god's grace, you shall be blessed with more good things to come in life for you and your family. Take care Nicholas.
I don't think this could have hit a less deserving person
so sorry to hear that. Hope the pieces are recovered, as at least in Germany, they surprisingly often are. Sympathies, Andreas
Horrible story
So upsetting to hear. Glad you are all ok. Perhaps if you can stand to share whatever information with us about how it happened, it could help us avoid a similar incident? All the best, Steve
Although.....
we do have our differences, I am truly sorry that you have been a victim. The good news are that your family and you are well and you have a community that feels for you. If I can be of any assistance (like everyone else) in helping you to recover part of...
Sorry to hear the bad news, It is a terrible feeling and one feels
so violated. As long as everyone is afe. Watches can be replaced( albeit with a great personal cost) . The computer is often under rated in terms of inconevenience but I am sure you had all the toghr back up. Hope to see you posting again. It shows that w...
Practical help of the forum folks useful?
Dear Nicolas, all of us share your loss with sympathy and a good deal of helplessness. I just thought, it might probably be an idea to post pics of the stolen watches in a special place here, as the community is quite large and browsing all around the glo...
bitter sweet news
Nicolas, I am glad that the damage was limited to possessions. Your losses can be recovered; and knowing you, this will give your renewed energy on your regular hunt for treasures. Take care, Sancerre
god bless you and your family.
more space for the 2011, all the best and take care. Hope you can track the watch back. This message has been edited by chronomtr on 2011-01-20 07:36:33
Seriously when I first heard the news...
...I thought you had a minor motor accident or something like that with no injury but one which may require some time to deal with. This is a shocking news indeed. And I can't help but think that perhaps you have been specifically targeted, that this is n...
Nicolas, very sorry to hear this news but
it's just stuff. you're well as are your family. that's the most important. be well. cheers, elliot
My deepest sympathy Nicolas...
But what's important the most is that you and your family are okay... I'm really sorry to what happened to you, I hope whoever did this will pay for what they've done.. Wishing you all the best Nicolas, Sam
Courage Nicolas
I know how it is shocking to see his home sweet home changed by some strangers. in French Ca fait super mal au coeur, surtout quand la passion est aussi présente dans nos vies. Si je peux aider tu me dis. amicalement Francois
Thank God as you said that your family was ok
your post proved one thing my freind... you are a fantastic man...many would have capitulated in such circumstance, but you hold your head high.. you have all my respect... I wish you well, and I hope all is resolved quickly for you Take care Imran
My goodness, Nicolas ..
- more than glad, that you & beloved ones are ok !! Loss of material, although so significant and maybe some treasures, real & digital, but: - Most important, our beloved ones and personal health & integrity are ok ! We feel with & for you ! Take your tim...
I think many here are feeling your pain
Hi Nicolas, So sorry to hear this. Particularly that it happened at a time when you wer away doing something for the community. There will be many here feeling the pain for you, but you are taking the only attitude one can to successfully move forward. Br...
What!!!!
I´ve been missed in the forum since few days ago and one of the first post that I have to read is it.... bad, really bad news, my dear friend... But, as I can read, your two princess are ok, this is the really only and important thing. Me duele esta ...
I am so very, very sorry to hear about this.
What a horrible thing to happen to such a kind and generous person. Best wishes to you Nicloas. Glad to hear your family is safe.
Oh no!
Nicolas my friend – I am so sorry this happened! A collectors worst nightmare. Please accept my sincere and deepest sympathy for you and your family! Best Blomman
Great to hear that you and your family are well
as I was not sure what to think from the original post. I hope that the police are able to recover what has been stolen from you and that things return to normal soon. Regards, Richard.
Very sorry to hear this.. yes there are more imortant things in life
Dnt worry, pls take care of your family and your own stuff. Regards John
very sorry for your loss but very glad that noone was hurt.
Dear Nicoals, sorry that I am so late responding. Work is hard at this moment and so I have been quite a lazy Purist these days. It is a horrible thought to think about you loosing parts of your collection. If I recall how I miss a watch while it is away ...
Sad, inane, angry...dissapointed in mankind...
these were and still are feelings I have because what happened to you. What sadden me most is that good, honest, and most of all unselfish man like you got hurt in such inappropriate and unearned way. I'll speak from my perspective ... when will I had cha...
I just read this now, Nicolas
I am so sorry to hear this news. "Just material," yes, but it must be a big shock. Thank goodness your family is ok. You have a lot of pfrom your family here on the Forum, as you know. I hope your stolen pieces are recovered quickly. Best wishes, Robert
I am so sorry to hear that, Nicolas!
I would never have imagined that the "material" reason for your silence on the forum was that you had to deal with the effects of a burglary at your home. First of all I am glad to hear that your family was not at home either. Furthermore I hope the burgl...
Sorry to hear about it.
Thankfully you and your love ones are safe. The bad guys must have studied your movements through such forums so we all here need to be more discreet here. Take care Nicolas, hope the authorities can track down and recover your lost pieces. Goh
Terrible news:(
I am very sorry to hear this Nicolas. My best to you & your family. fernando
Nicolas, I cannot add anything that has not already been said in this thread, but
.. please know that I am thinking of you and your family, I'm sorry to hear that you were a victim of a crime, and of course glad no one was hurt. I am impressed that you are back posting so soon, and I look forward to the day justice catches up to those ...
I cannot find the words to express how sad and empty this post has left me..
Judging from the comments above, I think that I am not alone in feeling that the *#¤X$! who did this to you, also did it to me! You are one of the most sincere, giving, loving and lovable human beings that I have (never) met!! I hope and pray that th...
Horrible news. Yet I thank God for your Family.
Nicolas, I feel so bad for you. Yes, they are only material losses, and in the end we cannot take those things with us anyways. But there is also so much passion and heart poured into acquiring and loving a watch. As always, thank you for your many contri...
I understand how bad it's
Nicolas, Sad, sad news. I understand how bad it's, as you know. Consider yourself, and family, very lucky because it was not a robbery, at gun point, like that one that I, and wife, were subjected last year. In my case, I'm staying out of watches, and ass...
Hi, Nilo.
Good to hear from you, after such a bad experience. Yes, I know what you mean, my friend, and to say all, when I've been informed by my wife about what just happened, my first fear bwas that something bad happened to her and to my daughter, as I wasn't at...
Really feel for you Nico
Man, what a terrible experience. Sadly, there are crooked people who put their intelligence to such use. Glad to hear everyone's all right at least and I don't think we say it enough but we really appreciate the work you do here and the sacrifices you mak...
My heartfelt commiseration...
and respect for how formidably you seem to be handling the situation! May things return to normal as soon as possible for you. Best, Filip
Dear Nico, So sorry to hear this terrible news.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Glad to hear your family was not there, take care my friend, Warm regards, Tim
Sad to hear!
But relieved to hear you and your family are all ok. It's a pity some of your beloved pieces are gone. Hope they'll be recovered by catching the thief. And hopefully you're insured!
Nicolas, I am so sorry to hear about the theft of your watches . . .
Thank goodness you and your family are safe. Hopefully, the perpetrators will be captured and brought to justice. In the meantime, best wishes to you and your family. Regards, Craig
Very sorry to hear that
you've been burgled---just read it hope you and family are alright i'm sure you'll be back at your best stride in no time all the best henry
sorry about the terrible news.
If they catch the perpetrators, send them to me and I will skin them alive. Best my friend Ed
Sorry for your loss my friend
i just knew about it... the most important thing is that no physical harm took place... hope things will get better... Glad your safe my Friend. Faisal
Glad to hear...
....from you and that your family is ok. That really is the most important thing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
OMG!
I just met you on Tuesday and we were all having so much fun... I hope the authorities will be able to recover the watches. Best, Allen
You see? Things turn very fast.
But it was really good to meet you. It was an eternity we didn't see each other! As a very bad coincidence, one watch you know very well was stolen, the Omega Seamaster 300 I bought when we were in this shop together... Best, my friend. Nicolas.
Nicolas....
Your Grace and composure while going through this horrible situation is an inspiration to me. I’m so glad you family is unharmed but so angry this happen to you. I really have never been very good with words but I just want to tell you that I’...
Thank god no one was hurt.
Sorry to hear about the break in. Hope they did not steal everything. PAt
Commiserations
Nicolas, I'm shocked and appalled to read of your loss. But as many others have said, huge credit to you for the dignity with which you have dealt with this incident. If you do decide to post details of your stolen pieces, I for one will be happy to keep ...
very sorry to hear this my friend, but as you say, luckily your family were out
a sad loss to your collection, but they will be hard to move on and may well turn up eventually. it seems to me that the wrong person knew too much, something we should all take heed of. all the best my friend Graham
I'd like to add my best wishes
it is a horrible and disgusting personal invasion of your life and I feel heart sick for you my friend. Hard to find the words to express the feeling of this news. My best to you and your family.
Shocking story...
...but I do hope it will turn out to be good and they catch the.....bastards. Cheers, Zsolt
Whats important is that hes safe
I hope nothing like this happens again to any one of us. Marwan
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