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Brushpup · 21 July 2008, 11:27 AM

I just wanted to ask if anyone would mind sharing some pics and or stories of watches that have been in use for years or maybe even decades. Of interest might be those that served their intended purpose such as Subs or SD's belonging to recreational or commercial divers, but I would be equally interested to see those that might be long time favorite daily wearers. I truly enjoy seeing all the shiny new ones, but thought this might be really fun not to mention interesting.

If you have the time or inclination I would be most appreciative.

Thanks in advance,
Patrick

DSJ · 21 July 2008, 11:53 PM

Hopefully Stan will again show his beautiful GMT.

Champagne · 22 July 2008, 01:41 AM

This AK has been a daily wearer for 40 years. Grandfather, father, and now me.
It loses about 1 1/2 to 2 min. a week, but so does anyone who survived the 1960's.

Cheers!
Rod

mzmtg · 22 July 2008, 10:05 AM

My 30 year old 1680 isn't perfect:

Brushpup · 23 July 2008, 11:28 AM

Hey guys, thanks for sharing, both look pretty darn good from what I can see, especially the 40YO AK. Has that one been sent in for service and polish recently? Either that or you guys arent near as hard on watches as me.

Love 40cal BTW... nearly perfect in evey way.

catman · 23 July 2008, 11:32 AM

It's been to hell & back...

pwrslider · 24 July 2008, 06:58 AM

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It's been to hell & back...

and STILL looks great!~

Bangkok Dave · 25 July 2008, 03:51 AM

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I'll show you mine if you'll show me yours!!!
50 years old this fall.

erwin · 25 July 2008, 08:37 AM

only problem I ever had! already back on my wrist btw! 20 yrs old!

erwin · 25 July 2008, 08:42 AM

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I'll show you mine if you'll show me yours!!!
50 years old this fall.

Damn! Looks like you crashlanded with this one on!

CKay · 27 July 2008, 01:40 PM

These Rolexes had gotten quite a beating! They deseve to be beaten and worn everyday to makeit it worth the high price paid.

Mrdi · 27 July 2008, 01:58 PM

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dan2281 · 28 July 2008, 11:55 PM

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DSJ · 29 July 2008, 02:02 AM

Our boy StanGMT has not been on in a while, so I'm taking the liberty of showing off his 1675 from '67 that I love seeing - he's worn it every day for 40+ years:

johnsonwj · 29 July 2008, 09:53 AM

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Those diamonds are really shinning. Can I have a bezel like that for my DJ?

JJ Irani · 29 July 2008, 06:28 PM

Even my "well used Rollies" still look brand new!!

DSJ · 30 July 2008, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Even my "well used Rollies" still look brand new!!

You've never owned a "well used Rollie" JJ! How many have you had long enough to get serviced?

mfer · 30 July 2008, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DSJ

You've never owned a "well used Rollie" JJ! How many have you had long enough to get serviced?

JJ Irani · 30 July 2008, 04:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

You've never owned a "well used Rollie" JJ! How many have you had long enough to get serviced?

Brushpup · 30 July 2008, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by DSJ

You've never owned a "well used Rollie" JJ! How many have you had long enough to get serviced?

Hey no kidding!!!

JJ, I have seen many of your many posts and all your Rollies ALWAYS look NIB!! How DO you do it? The one thing I dread is knowing how scratched up mine will get, because I won't be able to take it off once I get it! And............it will be a long time before another is a reality.

Thanks again for the other additions to the post guys.........this is what I was looking for. Just love seeing the well LOVED ones. Especially ones like the 67 GMT. Every day for 40 years......AWSOME!

Patrick

Subfiend · 6 August 2008, 12:07 AM

How about these? When I bought the '65 and '66 a few years ago, some complained that they were too beat up. It's amazing what they go for on eBay today.

21 July 2008, 11:27 AM	#1
Brushpup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Patrick Location: Texas Watch: what I'm wearing Posts: 5,943	Please show us your well used Rollies I just wanted to ask if anyone would mind sharing some pics and or stories of watches that have been in use for years or maybe even decades. Of interest might be those that served their intended purpose such as Subs or SD's belonging to recreational or commercial divers, but I would be equally interested to see those that might be long time favorite daily wearers. I truly enjoy seeing all the shiny new ones, but thought this might be really fun not to mention interesting. If you have the time or inclination I would be most appreciative. Thanks in advance, Patrick __________________ *TRFs "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron-Founding Member* PClub # 10 74,592 The safest place for your watch is on your wrist.

21 July 2008, 11:53 PM	#2
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	Hopefully Stan will again show his beautiful GMT. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

22 July 2008, 10:05 AM	#4
mzmtg "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Space Coast, FL Watch: Mickey Mouse Posts: 51	My 30 year old 1680 isn't perfect: __________________ -Submariner 1680 -GMT Master II 116713LN -Other, lesser watches from Junghans, Hamilton, Longines, Gallet, Seiko, Vostok, Casio, Timex, Pulsar, etc...

23 July 2008, 11:28 AM	#5
Brushpup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Patrick Location: Texas Watch: what I'm wearing Posts: 5,943	Hey guys, thanks for sharing, both look pretty darn good from what I can see, especially the 40YO AK. Has that one been sent in for service and polish recently? Either that or you guys arent near as hard on watches as me. Love 40cal BTW... nearly perfect in evey way. __________________ *TRFs "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron-Founding Member* PClub # 10 74,592 The safest place for your watch is on your wrist.

23 July 2008, 11:32 AM	#6
catman "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Marty Location: AR Watch: Guess... Posts: 54	It's been to hell & back... __________________ I was born at night, but not last night. Odds are with the prepared....

25 July 2008, 03:51 AM	#8
Bangkok Dave Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Coalmont, Tn. Posts: 26	Gmt 6542 _MG_9912.jpg _MG_9911 copy.jpg I'll show you mine if you'll show me yours!!! 50 years old this fall. Last edited by Bangkok Dave; 25 July 2008 at 03:55 AM.. Reason: To add info

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CKay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Singapore Posts: 467	These Rolexes had gotten quite a beating! They deseve to be beaten and worn everyday to makeit it worth the high price paid.

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29 July 2008, 06:28 PM	#17
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Even my "well used Rollies" still look brand new!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

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Subfiend "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Outside Watch: Isn't it obvious? Posts: 1,924	How about these? When I bought the '65 and '66 a few years ago, some complained that they were too beat up. It's amazing what they go for on eBay today. __________________ Subfiend

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