New guy from New Jersey.

[wolfgang427]

Hello, my name is Wolfgang Varela. I collect all different types of Rolex watches. I have been collecting since I was 16. I'm a regular on the other forums (TZ & WN), but wanted to expand my horizons. Anyway, its great to be here and I hope I can help contribute my knowledge to everyone as well as learn from everyone here. Thanks.:thumbsup:

[JJ Irani]

Hello, my name is Wolfgang Varela. I collect all different types of Rolex watches. I have been collecting since I was 16. I'm a regular on the other forums (TZ & WN), but wanted to expand my horizons. Anyway, its great to be here and I hope I can help contribute my knowledge to everyone as well as learn from everyone here. Thanks.:thumbsup:

Hello Wolfgang,

A big welcome to TRF. We would love to see some nice pics of your collection.

Thanks & cheers - JJ :cheers:

[padi56]

Welcome to TRF Wolfgang hope you like our happy band.

[Uncle-AJ]

Great to have you aboard Wolfgang, maybe you can tell us a thing or two about Rolex.:thumbsup:

[Prince]

Welcome to TRF, Wolfgang. Enjoy! :cheers: :cheers:

[C.J.]

Welcome to TRF, Wolfgang :thumbsup: Where in Jersey are you? I'm just outside of Atlantic City :cheers:

[Atomic]

Welcome to TRF, Wolfgang :thumbsup: Where in Jersey are you? I'm just outside of Atlantic City :cheers:

Hey Craig... just a thought but you won't find Kokomo there. :dummy: :rofl: :bartmoon:

[wolfgang427]

Thank you for the warm welcome. I'm in north Jersey by the George Washinghton bridge, CJ. Let me start by posting my late 50's TT-Datejust. This watch has been in my family since 1978. It belonged to my brother, when he passed away, I got it. I had it completely restored to like new back in 89. One day when I'm gone my son will get it. I will post more pic's of my collection as time goes by, as I'm in the process of updating all my photo's .:bye:

[JJ Irani]

Very nice, Wolfgang!! :thumbsup:

[Otis]

Hey there Wolfgang!
Nice DJ you've got there, I love the markers & the hands on it!

[C.J.]

Hey Craig... just a thought but you won't find Kokomo there. :dummy: :rofl: :bartmoon:

Kokomo's in your head, bro. The scenery is just a bonus :thumbsup: :cheers: :cheers:

[C.J.]

Great watch, Wolfgang :thumbsup: I have alot of family up north, Newark and Holmdel :cheers: :cheers:

[mailman]

Nice watch Wolfgang. :thumbsup: Welcome to TRF. :cheers:

[jhnnyjr100]

Hi Wolfgang! I too am new to the forum(so far it looks great) and to ROLEX as I just ordered one last week!!

Who restored your watch?
Was it ROLEX or a private jeweler..or... ?
thnx
-j

[Uncle-AJ]

Thank you for the warm welcome. I'm in north Jersey by the George Washinghton bridge, CJ. Let me start by posting my late 50's TT-Datejust. This watch has been in my family since 1978. It belonged to my brother, when he passed away, I got it. I had it completely restored to like new back in 89. One day when I'm gone my son will get it. I will post more pic's of my collection as time goes by, as I'm in the process of updating all my photo's .:bye:

That's a beautiful looking watch Wolfgang with lots of sentimental value.

[wolfgang427]

Thanks again for the nice comments on my DJ. Johnny, the watch was restored at the NYC-RSC. I beleive they no longer restore these because lack of parts.:thumbsup:

[Mrdi]

A wolf,,
Among all these sheep
and lambs.
You'll have a great time here
Welcommen.

Mrdi

[jhnnyjr100]

Hello, my name is Wolfgang Varela. I collect all different types of Rolex watches. I have been collecting since I was 16. I'm a regular on the other forums (TZ & WN), but wanted to expand my horizons. Anyway, its great to be here and I hope I can help contribute my knowledge to everyone as well as learn from everyone here. Thanks.:thumbsup:

Hi Wolfgang!
I'm new folk as well... welcome.

Interested in hearing your (and everyone's) opinions on/descriptions of these books:


The Rolex Report : by Brozek
The Best of Time:Rolex Wristwatches:An Unauthorized History by Dowling & Hess
Rolex Collecting Wristwatches by Patrizzi

Just ordered the second one...
(sounded pretty good and I enjoyed Dowling's web site ).

THNX!!
johnny

[jhnnyjr100]

... just ordered Brozek's book as well.

[mike]

Wow Wolfgang! That is a stunning piece! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[roadcarver]

Welcome Wolfgang! I guarantee that you will enjoy your stay here as the rest of the members made me feel when I joined a few weeks ago.

Your watch does have memories... as for RSC restoration I thought Rolex always restores watches even vintages?

[wolfgang427]

Thanks everyone once again. Its great to be here. John I would read as much as possible of all those books you mentioned as they are loaded with wonderful history of Rolex watches. You never really stop learning about these marvelous timepieces. Roadcarver according to the USA RSC watches that are over 30-years old are no longer serviced by them as they have run out of key parts(ie: dials, hands, mov't parts, ect.) There are exceptions to the rule, but not usually. Thus your at the mercy of finding your own watchmaker and even worse finding parts. There is also a rumor that Rolex Geneva will come out with a Vintage Center sometime in the near future to restore older Rolex's by making new parts for them and restoring them to factory standards, much like Mercedes-Benz and others have done. I would not hold my breath if I were you waiting for that to happen.:cheers:

[roadcarver]

Thanks wolfgang for the insight.

My wife has a 6618 that may need a new dial... hoping that they can still restore it if needed.

[jhnnyjr100]

Thanks Wolfgang.. I will read as much as possible and have fun doing it!!

[Prince]

... just ordered Brozek's book as well.

Good deal! It is essential reading for anyone interested in Rolex watches, the history of the company, and how to spot fakes (some newer members should have read this book before posting "Is this real or a fake" kinds of questions. :thumbsup:

[jhnnyjr100]

Thanks for the info Allan!
.. and by the way Wolfgang:
beautiful watch in wonderful condition & great pic.

[mailman]

Thanks for the info Allan!
.. and by the way Wolfgang:
beautiful watch in wonderful condition & great pic.

Going from your last name, I'd say we have another paisano in our midst. :thumbsup:

[coco]

Hello Wolfgang,i M A New Member And From Mid New Jersey Too.