A keeper for life!

Jun 19, 2019,19:25 PM
 

You're a good man 👍

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My new (vintage) Rolex GMT reference 16750 from 1982.

 
 By: Subexplorer : June 19th, 2019-12:35
Hello friends! I had always thought that the most cherished watches in our collections are those which have a good story behind which somehow closely link those timepieces with us. I wish to share a new addition to my collection which is a very special wa...  

Wonderful emotional connect you’ve got to this amazing GMT !

 
 By: mahesh : June 19th, 2019-12:48
I’m sure it is a family treasure to pass on. Thanks for sharing... Best, Mahesh.,

Dear Abel, I’m speechless...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : June 19th, 2019-13:20
This is possibly the most touching story I have ever read posted within our community. I also agree with you about the reliability and ruggedness of vintage Rolex watches. Enjoy this incredible watch each day in memory of your father in law.

My dear Captain: thank you so much for your so kind words.

 
 By: Subexplorer : June 19th, 2019-19:02
I appreciate so much them so much. It is always my pleasure to share the watch and its story here. I’m enjoying this watch so much and it is very special to me. All the best Abel

Very moving story, superb watch

 
 By: Mike H : June 19th, 2019-15:31
Certainly one of the watches which will be the most valuable to you thanks to its unique background as I can imagine... I am sure you will always have a very special emotion when you will wear this 1675. Wear it in the very best of your health my friend, ... 

It is quite rare to read about a real personal story..

 
 By: S F : June 19th, 2019-17:43
behind a vintage in our collection. Whatever the watch maybe, a moving story dear Abel. Cheers! SF

A keeper for life!

 
 By: 中野れい : June 19th, 2019-19:25
You're a good man 👍

And this is why watches are great.

 
 By: Nono01 : June 19th, 2019-23:37
They remind us of a nicer times with people we care about. Who cares of resell values or "investments". This watch with that story is priceless. Enjoy it buddy

Nice watch my friend but the bond between you and your Father-in-Law

 
 By: reintitan : June 19th, 2019-23:44
and the story you told is much more precious. Wear it in good health always and I hope you and your son can also make memories together with it.

Great watch!

 
 By: NoH : June 20th, 2019-02:27
And a fantastic story!

What a wonderful story , your emotions clearly came true with this post .

 
 By: ZSHSZ : June 20th, 2019-03:48
I love the watch with all the wear marks , and I’m sure it will bring back great memories...

Thank you again ZSHSZ ! It is my big pleasure...

 
 By: Subexplorer : June 20th, 2019-12:00
... to share these shots and story here. I feel that all members of this forum understand my feelings around this watch so I can’t think of a better place to share it. Glad you like it! Cheers! Abel

When a watch is much more than a watch

 
 By: DrStrong : June 21st, 2019-01:19
thanks for sharing the story Abel

Superb watch with a fantastic story!

 
 By: Watcholic_id : June 21st, 2019-23:19
Always love to read about the story of well loved watches, a family heirloom. Thanks for sharing such a fantastic story with us Cheers

Thank you so much Watcholic! It is my big pleasure to share...

 
 By: Subexplorer : June 22nd, 2019-12:13
... this watch and story here. Appreciate your kind words! Cheers! Abel

Beautiful watch and an amazing story. Thanks for sharing! [nt]

 
 By: palimpsest : June 24th, 2019-07:34
Certainly a wonderful gift for your son!

Querido Abel

 
 By: renerod : June 26th, 2019-17:34
As I have told several times, one of the many reasons why I love WatchProSite is that you are allowed to share and participate in touching and loving histories, being able to form a true community. This time it was your turn, and being always the kindest ... 

Muchas gracias amigo René!! I appreciate so much your so kind and warm comment my friend.

 
 By: Subexplorer : June 27th, 2019-14:24
Yes, I feel this a perfect heirloom and it surely will be a cherished remembrance for my son about the previous owners of this watch. I know he will appreciate it so much. As a matter of fact my family was very touched to read this post and specially my s... 

Does your son also belong to PuristsPro?

 
 By: renerod : June 27th, 2019-16:28
If so, I must say he must feel very proud of his father. Very. Cheers! René

Great story

 
 By: Quan : July 2nd, 2019-22:06
Thanks for sharing the deep bonding you have with your in law Cheers