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Post by shawndl5 on Nov 19, 2015 22:48:24 GMT -6
I can't wait to see pictures!
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Post by rw16610 on Nov 19, 2015 22:52:06 GMT -6
Incredible! With any of these watches it's truly a win-win. I can only imagine that number with Patek Philippe. One major factor that keeps me drawn to Rolex is the practicality / versatility. Call me crazy but some of those Patek Philippe watches I could never see myself wearing daily. A lot of those for me would be the odd day in the watch rotation but certainly worth having still.
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Post by lagunatic on Nov 20, 2015 0:00:10 GMT -6
I will take a trip up to Traditional Jewelers on Saturday around 1:00pm and take a few photos. I want you guys to give your opinion, the good the bad and the ugly. I know you are not a fan of Vegas, but as much as you are thinking of spending on a watch, it's worth a weekend trip. You can hit some many boutiques and other watch stores in two days in that place than anywhere else I know. Plus there are some amazing places to eat. And those places to eat aren't cheaply like in the old days when my family and I went there many years ago. We use to like to stay at Treasure Island all the time, a week before Christmas. That was when the room rates were the cheapest. We liked the $5.00 all you could eat breakfast. The $50.00 room rates in a high end resort. We stayed from Sunday through Friday when there were no crowds of people and nice cool weather.
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Post by lagunatic on Nov 20, 2015 0:25:01 GMT -6
I will take a trip up to Traditional Jewelers on Saturday around 1:00pm and take a few photos. I want you guys to give your opinion, the good the bad and the ugly. For sure! Right off the bat I can't think of anything bad I could possibly say about that piece. Looking forward to your post though with the wrist shots from in the AD. Although you've established a relationship with them over the years as a customer you should totally consider Roger's suggestion and head to Vegas when you get the time! Anyhow I was closer I would certainly consider this too! Chances are I would end up getting it from the AD I've established that relationship with previously but for comparing watches it never seems to hurt. As far as I'm concerned my flipping days are over so when ever I consider anything from now on I'll put even more thought into it. This stage is all part of the fun too though! I established a relationship with my AD in New Jersey. I would never buy anything in Traditional Jewelers. You don't get any discounts in that joint. Traditional Jewelers has all the high end watch brands you could imagine. They cater to all the big shots of Newport Beach.
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Post by aerome on Nov 20, 2015 6:30:32 GMT -6
The only way to go is to establish good relationships! But, never say "Never"!
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Post by lagunatic on Nov 20, 2015 17:33:33 GMT -6
Although you've established a relationship with them over the years as a customer you should totally consider Roger's suggestion and head to Vegas when you get the time! Anyhow I was closer I would certainly consider this too! Yeah, when you are looking at spending $30k+ you are in Patek, A Lange & Sohne, Arnold and Son, etc. territory where you get hand craftsmanship rather than pure CNC machining. Yes, but you can't wash those watches with soap and water.
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Post by CHIP on Nov 20, 2015 17:52:40 GMT -6
I'm sure your AD would me more than happy to put them in the ultrasound cleaner for you.
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Post by CHIP on Nov 20, 2015 17:54:22 GMT -6
You can't wash a fine suit with soap and water either but that doesn't mean one should buy a 2000 dollars pair of jeans for that reason alone. Nothing wrong with the Rolex. It's just that at that price point you can acquire art, not just a watch.
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Post by Baco Noir on Nov 20, 2015 17:58:33 GMT -6
Yeah, when you are looking at spending $30k+ you are in Patek, A Lange & Sohne, Arnold and Son, etc. territory where you get hand craftsmanship rather than pure CNC machining. Yes, but you can't wash those watches with soap and water. That's not completely accurate. It may apply to many models, any model with a screw down crown can be cleaned with a mild soap and water. Patek recommends washing in fresh water after getting out of salt water. www.patek.com/en/client-service/caring-for-your-watch/user-recommendations-and-careFrom Audemars Piguet... Clean your watch and its metal bracelet regularly with warm water, rinse with fresh water, and dry with a soft cloth. This simple gesture limits the abrasive or corrosive effects of the chlorine, seawater, sand and perfume Even model without screw down crowns are generally rated to 30m. With that, they can get moistened lightly to clean them.
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Post by carbon6 on Nov 20, 2015 18:16:13 GMT -6
It's amazing how dirty the SS bracelets get. All sorts of stuff gets collected in the links. I wash mine at least once a year with soap and water.
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Post by rw16610 on Nov 20, 2015 19:30:16 GMT -6
For my bracelets I put them (just the bracelet) in my little "Ultrasonic" cleaner from eBay. I use a diluted dish soap mixture with warm water.
That watch spray stuff works miracles for soap film or anything else. For my vintage Omega I take a damp paper towel (not too much water), spray the watch with some watch spray, wipe it, take another moderately damp one to wipe off the rest and then dry. It comes out looking just like my Explorer II after using it under running water with a toothbrush.
I like being able to do this weekly and randomly throughout the week (my WIS OCD for ya). If you're into water sports then an Oyster would more than likely be the way to go in most of those cases.
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Post by lagunatic on Nov 20, 2015 22:47:02 GMT -6
For my bracelets I put them (just the bracelet) in my little "Ultrasonic" cleaner from eBay. I use a diluted dish soap mixture with warm water. That watch spray stuff works miracles for soap film or anything else. For my vintage Omega I take a damp paper towel (not too much water), spray the watch with some watch spray, wipe it, take another moderately damp one to wipe off the rest and then dry. It comes out looking just like my Explorer II after using it under running water with a toothbrush. I like being able to do this weekly and randomly throughout the week (my WIS OCD for ya). If you're into water sports then an Oyster would more than likely be the way to go in most of those cases. I think the Oyster is the way to go
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Post by rw16610 on Nov 20, 2015 22:54:05 GMT -6
I know that feeling really. Something you've had / liked for MANY years, it'll be difficult for anything else to take it's place. If that ends up being the case, you can always get the Patek Philippe or other Haute Horology piece next!
After another Rolex and an Omega (Planet Ocean Chrono) I REALLY want something from either Patek Philippe or Audemars Piguet (even Vacheron Constantin!). Chances are I'll hardly wear it. One of the major reasons for the popularity of brands like Omega and Rolex is the versatility. Patek and the others have some extremely versatile watches as well but we want what we want it seems.
That being said, I would still go compare some watches in your situation. Either you'll find something else you really like (unlikely) or you'll be that much more certain of the final choice you make.
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Post by Baco Noir on Nov 20, 2015 23:08:14 GMT -6
I know that feeling really. Something you've had / liked for MANY years, it'll be difficult for anything else to take it's place. If that ends up being the case, you can always get the Patek Philippe or other Haute Horology piece next! After another Rolex and an Omega (Planet Ocean Chrono) I REALLY want something from either Patek Philippe or Audemars Piguet (even Vacheron Constantin!). Chances are I'll hardly wear it. One of the major reasons for the popularity of brands like Omega and Rolex is the versatility. Patek and the others have some extremely versatile watches as well but we want what we want it seems. That being said, I would still go compare some watches in your situation. Either you'll find something else you really like (unlikely) or you'll be that much more certain of the final choice you make. Good advice in the last paragraph Rommel, but I'd disagree with the 2nd paragraph assumption - if you buy one that fits your needs. When I bought the RO, I thought it would just be for special occasions after the newness wore off. Instead, I've found myself wearing it at home in jeans or shorts as an any day watch much more than I expected. If I had purchased a high end gold piece on leather without a screw down crown, that probably would not be the case. To be perfectly honest, I didn't like the RO in photos and it was only after seeing it in person that I was won over, which is why I am encouraging Ron to view everything of even slight interest before making this purchase decision since there are a LOT of options available at this price point.
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Post by rw16610 on Nov 20, 2015 23:13:51 GMT -6
That's true, I remember you once had watches like the Sea-Dweller and some other (similar) watches from various brands. Yet in the daily wrist shot topic I see that lovely Royal Oak quite a bit! The watches that came to mind were some of those similar to the minute repeaters which are probably 30-50 Meters water resistant if any at all. For me, those would never meet my needs for everyday use. Chances are if I actually had one though it would be SO tough to take it off my wrist. I can just imagine!
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