Hello TRF,
My name is Steve. I've been a long time lurker and I decided it's time I said hello after acquiring the Rolex I've been seeking the past 3+ years.
My previous job had me traveling all over and I knew I needed a GMT watch, both as an accessory and to fulfill my lust for timepieces. I started looking at the Breitling chronomat and Omega AT-GMT, while the whole time my friends and family said you gotta go for Rolex. I've never considered it because I thought they were elitist and out of my price range. Boy was I wrong; the folks here are the most respectful and encouraging I have seen in a forum setting. Best of all, I saw I can afford it and started saving.
In May 2013, I stumbled into the rolex AD in Cancun and they had the BLNR in Stock for $8200! I was intrigued until I saw a customer walk in wearing a similar watch but in red and blue, instant game changer. I decided to pass on the BLNR and I still wonder today if I missed a major opportunity in owning an early BLNR.
After hours and hours of research on TRF and a trip planned to the Rolex mecca, HKG, this past December I told myself I had to come home with one.
For 3 years I've only seen two wild sightings, one was on a woman too, but now I finally have this beauty to look at everyday. Anyway here's a shot of my 16710.
Thanks TRF. You guys rock. [emoji3]
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