Theme for February 1st WRIST SCAN will be: “NEVER SAY NEVER AGAIN!”

Jan 30, 2019,06:40 AM
 

Hello friends! Mr. Bond brings the famous phrase and title of one of his films inviting us to remember how many times we have pronounced the word “Never” during our long journey as watch lovers and collectors.

Let me explain with my own experience: I pronounced that word in at least three or four occasions. Will tell you about two of them here.

One while visiting an Omega AD. I was offered a new version of a Speedmaster and I said, “No thanks, this is not for me, I will never buy this one” (yes, it is now one of my favorite Speedies!)

Another was while talking with a colleague in passion about certain vintage Rolex and I resolutely declared:   “I will never spend that kind of money in this watch! Never!” (Yes, another favorite in my collection now) (Guess I need to learn to keep my mouth shut! Lol!)

Well, I´m sure you got the picture. Join us with your pictures and stories around that watch you “Never” expected to buy but today is your joy and pride.

Tell us (and show its picture) about the watch you “never” thought one day you would enjoy on your wrist or you have declared you would never buy.

Tell us about the occasions you pronounced the word “Never!” regarding a timepiece.

As usual I will be starting the thread tomorrow Thursday at around midnight Singapore time.

Cheers! Abel





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I'll play, Abel, but . . .

 
 By: Dr No : January 30th, 2019-06:47
. . . this theme will be a tough nut to crack. Right off the top of my head, I can think of only one relevant experience. Perplexed, Art

Count with you dear Art! Can’t wait to see...

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 30th, 2019-06:53
... your post! I’m sure most of our members will remember saying “never” in at least an occasion... or owning a watch they hadn’t thought they would own before. Thank you dear Art! All the best! Abel

Tough one, but...

 
 By: JLCman : January 30th, 2019-07:15
...thinking about it I remember at least two occasions when I told that I never, NEVER would buy this very special watch. We‘ll see 😉👍🏻

Thank you so much for your input JLCman! I guess it looks tough first but when we think back in our experiences we will find the occasion...

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 30th, 2019-07:23
... in which we thought or said "never" about a watch. The journey of collecting is long and takes its time and we people learn new things and facts, discover new brands and models and change minds. Our collection is the answer to our own changes and what... 

WristScan... Never again, but another week another challenge !

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : January 30th, 2019-07:40
Standing by Abel 🍸

Is that you Moneypenny ? [nt]

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : January 30th, 2019-09:41

Ha... you know me so well ! [nt]

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : January 30th, 2019-10:13

Ha ha ha!! Yes! [nt]

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 30th, 2019-12:10

Interesting theme....

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : January 30th, 2019-08:16
Will be complicated for sure.... Best Blomman

Thanks a lot dear friend Blomman!!

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 30th, 2019-09:34
Let’s see what our friends post this week end! I feelnsome interesting shots and stories will come! Cheers! Abel

I would never own Rolex :))))

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : January 30th, 2019-08:48
Great theme Abel...we all can remember our own never .. Cheers D

Ha ha ha! True dear D!! I was expecting this story from you! Lol!

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 30th, 2019-09:35
Thank you my friend! Cheers! Abel

Thank you my dear Nicolas!!...

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 30th, 2019-09:36
... can’t wait to read and view your story!! Un abrazo mi amigo! Espero tu historia!! Abel

Great idea, my dear Abel.

 
 By: zabreg1 Mr White : January 30th, 2019-11:22
This will be fun.

Not sure I can play in that category. But...

 
 By: nitediver : January 31st, 2019-06:22
Where I certainly can play is in the area of “never ever „.... and „ I would love to own this piece“ Best Stefan