Miles_151
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At last I made it to 50.
Sep 03, 2021,05:40 AM
I would like to share with all my friends here how blessedI have been on my big birthday.
My wonderful other half has been very naughty and made one of my dreams come true.
I have been given for my 50th my first true grown up watch. I have always loved the 5196p but it has never happened for me for some reason.
I love this watch for many reasons which most are obvious but the main one for me is that I see it as a milestone both in my life and watch collecting journey. A coming of age and start of a new chapter. My first real dress watch.
I am very blessed to have someone in my life who has made serious sacrifices to be able to make this happen for me as she knows what this means to me. She also knows I will make it up to her ๐.
This 5196p was not easy to secure and I think the end may be nigh.
So I am celebrating today in the sunshine with friends a few of which are people I have met through watches over 20 years ago and I would like to also say cheers and raise my glass to all of my friends here.
Hereโs to the next 50 years. ๐บ๐บ
M.
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At last I made it to 50.
By: Miles_151 : September 3rd, 2021-05:40
I would like to share with all my friends here how blessedI have been on my big birthday. My wonderful other half has been very naughty and made one of my dreams come true. I have been given for my 50th my first true grown up watch. I have always loved th...
Ahh God bless you Julian.
By: Miles_151 : September 3rd, 2021-05:55
Yes it is a very different watch for me and very understated. Yes that is what people keep telling me that 50 is the new 40. I do hope so ๐ค๐ฝ. Thank you. M.
Wonderful choice and an awesome BD present ๐
By: Clueless_Collector : September 3rd, 2021-05:57
This 5196P has a magical charm and it is a little surprising to hear they are not easy to secure. Well, not anymore โฆ huge congratulations and happy birthday ๐ I wonder how many are there in this forum, roll call? ...
Thank you my friend.
By: Miles_151 : September 3rd, 2021-05:59
Yes a charming watch for sure. I am in good company I see. M.
Thank you Sham.
By: Miles_151 : September 3rd, 2021-06:26
Appreciate your comment. M.
Thank you Nico.
By: Miles_151 : September 3rd, 2021-06:37
Time for me to grow up. ๐. We must GTG soon. M.
Iโm kidding myself.
By: Miles_151 : September 3rd, 2021-06:42
Iโll never grow up thatโs for sure. M.
+1 :D
By: Watcholic_id : September 3rd, 2021-07:55
Happy birthday
By: VinnieD : September 3rd, 2021-06:29
You must feel like a kid on christmas day - superb present that will easily last 50 years !
Thank you Vinnie.
By: Miles_151 : September 3rd, 2021-06:38
Yes I was excited to say the least. Cheers. M.
Thank you.
By: Miles_151 : September 4th, 2021-10:10
Yes I felt like a kid at Christmas. Such a lucky boy. Acted like a kid on my birthday. M ...
What a wonderful gift!
By: mrds : September 3rd, 2021-06:45
You'll always remember your 50th with a huge smile on your face Happy birthday, dear Miles! Daniel
Thank you Daniel.
By: Miles_151 : September 4th, 2021-10:11
I will remember this special day for ever. M. ...
Thank you.
By: Miles_151 : September 7th, 2021-20:23
Very kind. M.
Thank you Bill.
By: Miles_151 : September 5th, 2021-06:39
And of course you are correct the love of a caring partner is the best gift of all. And I would give up my whole lifetime collection to keep it if I had to. Well maybe Iโd keep one ๐. Wise words my friend. Nice icing though. M.
Thank you Boris.
By: Miles_151 : September 5th, 2021-06:41
A milestone indeed and what a journey itโs been. M.
Happy 50th โฆ
By: Cpt Scarlet : September 3rd, 2021-09:26
Congratulations on receiving this beautiful watch on your birthday. Enjoy !
Happy birthday!
By: tempus : September 3rd, 2021-10:01
Great wife you have! And watches, too! ๐ Best Tempus
HBD Miles๐๐๐โฑ
By: BuffaloWatch : September 3rd, 2021-10:05
Having passed 60 a few years ago, I can say you Will be experiencing the best time of life with a great timepiece! For me life is so much more casual โ havenโt been dressed up in ages. I wear my 5196P with jeans while walking the dog; it is always a great...
Happy birthday!
By: rnaden : September 3rd, 2021-11:47
Beautiful Calatrava, and still one of those with really nice proportions. Congrats!
Thank you Ed.
By: Miles_151 : September 8th, 2021-12:55
I am blessed for sure. There is no feeling like being loved. Apart from when your AD calls of course. ๐. M.
Thank you Amigo.
By: Miles_151 : September 8th, 2021-10:47
For your kind words. M.
Cheers V.
By: Miles_151 : September 8th, 2021-10:47
I did my best in Mallorca ๐. M.
Bless you.
By: Miles_151 : September 8th, 2021-10:46
Yes she is a good one to put up with me. Iโm scared to grow up ๐ M.
Thank you.
By: Miles_151 : September 12th, 2021-07:26
Yes certainly the best birthday gift Iโve ever received. Apart from my new Watch I had for my 8th birthday. That started this whole obsession. Regards. M.
Sorry to have missed this Miles
By: Mr.Gatsby : September 11th, 2021-09:26
Happy happy belated birthday my dear friend. Wishing you nothing but the best of health and healthiness. What a great watch to receive for a milestone birthday, and so glad to live vicariously through your post and also photos. Receiving and owning a Pate...