MichaelC[AP Moderator]
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Thank you, Jim.
Sep 19, 2019,18:39 PM
It sure seems like a can't-miss type of watch. Very early on for me with it, but I'm highly impressed.
An old colleague was a Chrome Hearts junkie. Loved their sunglasses.
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A few months ago, I tried on a friend's Submariner.
By: MichaelC : September 19th, 2019-12:51
That was the first time I ever had a Rolex on my wrist. The feeling made quite an impression on me. I never desired to own a Rolex, but after that experience, I had to try one. Here it is: ...
Interesting...so many of us came to watches through Rolex, including me...
By: vitalsigns : September 19th, 2019-12:58
To have never tried one on your wrist...you are a rarity! They are great watches, for sure. Too ubiquitous IMO (a testament to their greatness, among other things) and noticeable, but they are for sure nice, well-engineered and well-built. They deserve th...
Pelagos
By: Rapwatch : September 19th, 2019-13:09
the new 'real world' Sub? Try one. Rapwatch
I am similar to you, Michael
By: ChristianDK : September 19th, 2019-13:16
except I jumped the train 4 years ago. I now have couple that I thoroughly enjoy. I even sold one of them and then rebought it. I’m not sure it’s something I want to collect. However, those two are keepers to me. Best, my friend. Christian
Right :-)
By: ChristianDK : September 20th, 2019-01:23
I feel Rolex has a place in my collection. I still think they make some of the coolest tool watches. The two I have are in a way, used as such. I dont mind if they get dings and scratches. One is strictly reserved for holidays and the other I will almost ...
That was me as well back before 2014...
By: Clueless_Collector : September 19th, 2019-13:33
mainly because I felt everyone seems to have a Rolex and I wanted to own something more stealth and different but “better” than Rolex. I wanted to be able to see the movements and appreciate the complications so that’s why my only Rolex is the Cellini Pri...
Indeed, it arrived this morning.
By: MichaelC : September 19th, 2019-14:10
Sorry I was not clear about that! My friend's model was the same, but with the date. I preferred this no-date model. Quite a collection you have amassed there... seemingly every hot model! The irony for me is I had my name with a dealer for the white dial...
All agreement here. I am not into all of the Rolex nuances...
By: MichaelC : September 19th, 2019-15:30
I don't know which models have waiting lists, which don't. Obviously I understand a Daytona is difficult. To wait over 3 years from a dealer I previously did regular business with and never receive it, crazy. But this Submariner no-date is very much my sp...
Cool...
By: India Whiskey Charlie : September 19th, 2019-14:41
Congratulations, Michael. I have been in a similar situation having bought and sold several Rolex watches since the early seventies. IMO, your Sub (no date) along with the Explorer I are the two best representations of Rolex.
Went!
By: MichaelC : September 19th, 2019-15:34
I apologize, I realize my post was not so clear. I updated it, I received this piece earlier today. All smiles here
Congrats on this classic
By: jim_94104 : September 19th, 2019-17:16
I admit, Im bias since I have the same model watch and for all Rolex fans out there who also like a rocker sterling sulver bracelet, do check out what Chrome Hearts is doing. This is not an advertising pitch but they have some really cool stuff
Thank you, Jim.
By: MichaelC : September 19th, 2019-18:39
It sure seems like a can't-miss type of watch. Very early on for me with it, but I'm highly impressed. An old colleague was a Chrome Hearts junkie. Loved their sunglasses.
Awesome Michael!!
By: jim_94104 : September 19th, 2019-19:26
the boutique at Forumn shop is our fav store
Top of my list..
By: Echi : September 19th, 2019-20:08
But I'm not on my AD's :p Been resisting the temptation of paying a premium over list as well. Probably a que sera sera watch for me.
Sub or bust..
By: Echi : September 19th, 2019-23:59
Have not experienced a sub before.. i like the bb but have not come to terms with the snowflake hands to be honest. But you know, as an enthusiast, I think I need to round out the experience with a proper sub and after that an explorer. Thank God I'm not ...
Congratulations Michael 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
By: 1WatchMan : September 19th, 2019-21:56
The Submariner No Date is also one of my favourite Rolex, I definitely prefer it to the version with date. And your story with thor AD, pretty much the same here. I'm giving then one last opportunity, but no more. Enjoy tour new beauty in the best health!...
This dial is so pure, it really attracts me.
By: MichaelC : September 21st, 2019-06:52
I understand the dealer side has its points to consider. But to assure a client of something, make them wait 42 months, and then change the position - that is a deal breaker for me.
Exactly, 'pure' is the word 👌🏻
By: 1WatchMan : September 21st, 2019-11:40
I also understand the dealer side and that's the reason why I've been so patient. I'm not someone buying only the hottest watches, I buy the ones I like (hot or not). But sometimes, I fall in love with a hot watch 😅
I guess this is a general formula for most of us ...
By: ZSHSZ : September 19th, 2019-22:43
I was in the same shoe as you about ten years ago , the only difference was that I wanted to dislike the crown so much that I refused to try them on . Even if I New that they’re field tested , I found they’re bracelets and clasps flimsy and had no interes...
Thank you so much
By: ChristianDK : September 21st, 2019-04:25
I will have a closer look 😊
This Rolex offers more horology than people know
By: COUNT DE MONET : September 20th, 2019-07:32
Congratulations to your (first, but not last?) Rolex, my friend! It has got an in-house balance spring made from an alloy. That is something I appreciate a lot. Btw: an AP will also be recognized by many...
Thanks Count.
By: MichaelC : September 21st, 2019-06:49
This watch seems so easy and simple, what a wonderful formula! Here in the Colorado area, I am never asked about an AP. But Rolex? Everyone knows that.
Congratulations
By: FlyingSnoopy : September 21st, 2019-08:36
Another classic that you added to your collection Enjoy it!