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vh_bu98 · 7 October 2009, 05:18 PM

Watches can be an expensive hobby especially when it comes to Rolexes. I wonder if anyone here feels like they need to keep up with the other members on here?

It's like when you read about so and so getting a new Rolex, do you feel like you want to go out and get one as well?

I will admit when I read about about someone getting a SS white dial Daytona or a SS GMT-C, I want to go get one as well. Surprisingly I have managed to restrain myself.

limbo · 7 October 2009, 08:23 PM

I often admire the watches of the other TRFers, but do not feel the urge or need to keep up with anyone.

I will buy a watch if I like it, as long as I have the spare funds. No intention of buying a watch on credit.

deserted · 7 October 2009, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by limbo

I often admire the watches of the other TRFers, but do not feel the urge or need to keep up with anyone.

I will buy a watch if I like it, as long as I have the spare funds. No intention of buying a watch on credit.

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idk01 · 7 October 2009, 08:51 PM

Thats is one thing I absolutely love about TRF, it doesn't matter if you have one or one hundred, every one has a model that suits them and says something about them.

One thing I do find here is I'm constantly resetting my goals, at one stage I would have loved a GMT IIc, but I'm now hinging toward an EXP II :-), I think TRF is better than walking into an AD and physically seeing and feeling the watch, I prefer to see photos and listen to what my friends here have to say about their purchase, and I can't help but congratulate each and every purchase I hear about, reading through someones first Rolex purchase always brings back memories and that flutter in the stomach and feeling I had when I purchased my first Rolex.

TRF is just a fantastic place, great people, and I love to hear about new purchases, even if its your five hundredth :-) just another facet to the adventure of life :-)

I'm looking at getting a white dial EXP II by the end of the year, and thats thanks to many members showing off theirs, better than advertising, with real life comments, can't beat that!!!

Lol-x · 7 October 2009, 08:54 PM

I judge each watch on its merits as I see it.
If it ticks the boxes, and I can afford it, I might get it.
If it don't, I am at least happy for the person who does get the pleasure of acquiring the new watch for themself.

A lot of the enjoyment I get is from seeing the great pleasure others get from acquiring a timepiece that they really are so happy to obtain, share and enjoy.

Sometimes I think I get even greater pleasure from the purchase by others of amazing watches than the pleasure I get from acquiring a watch myself.

BarkMaster · 7 October 2009, 09:42 PM

I got the one I wanted.

There are several others I wouldn't mind owning, but do not feel compelled to do so.

My wife, on the other hand...

Deep Sea · 7 October 2009, 10:03 PM

Seeing other watches here, reading the stories and opinions, sometimes leaves me wanting a little more than if I had not visited here. However, I have never felt the urge to buy simply because others are buying. Granted I have jumped on a few good deals that are watches I am not sure I will keep, but I get to enjoy them (or try them out, if you will) for a period of time, and move them along if they don't float my boat.

An example is the white dial Exp II I bought this summer. The price was a screaming deal, so I figured I could get the watch, have it serviced, and still have less than $3K in the whole deal. I figured for that amount, I could easily move it along and not be out any $$, or if I decided to keep it, I had a great watch for little cost. Looking at others Exp II's, I thougth it would be a permenant part of the collection; but, it just doesn't do it for me, so it will be moving along to a new home in December.

AWATCH · 7 October 2009, 10:24 PM

Sure, I would love to have one of each, But, no I do not feel that i have to keep up with anyone. I am happy to see others enjoy their watches. TRF is a great place, great folks, interesting stories, comradeship. It is nice to share in the joy of others. It is sometimes like reading consumer reports, to see what we might like to add to our collections. Gives us something to work for, while enjoying the communications with our friends...

Brushpup · 7 October 2009, 10:44 PM

Nahh, there are lots of watches I would like...... and that I'm not likely to ever be in the money for, but still feel at home here.

Dan Pierce · 7 October 2009, 11:15 PM

I don't feel any need to "keep up" with other members on TRF. And I've thoroughly enjoyed when others have found their grail [looking at you Karis

], or have found the joys of another reference, or dare I say, realised the value and addiction of Tudors [too many to mention

].
My Oyster collection is big by some standards, small by other, alright by me.

sexner · 7 October 2009, 11:18 PM

I wonder if anyone here feels like they need to keep up with the other members on here?

The real short answer for me is "nope".

Prince · 7 October 2009, 11:21 PM

Try keeping up with Mike! That would be an exercise in futility!!

Dan Pierce · 7 October 2009, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Try keeping up with Mike! That would be an exercise in futility!!

You got that right!!!!

dP

kcmo · 8 October 2009, 02:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

I don't feel any need to "keep up" with other members on TRF. And I've thoroughly enjoyed when others have found their grail [looking at you Karis

], or have found the joys of another reference, or dare I say, realised the value and addiction of Tudors [too many to mention

].
My Oyster collection is big by some standards, small by other, alright by me.

Awww, thanks Dan!

You said it well. I personally never imagined I'd own 3 Rolexes, and I feel VERY fortunate to have the ones I do. For me, it's a hobby that I LOVE!!! I admit that there have been times I've compared myself to other members and their 'stuff', but in the end, what's most important really aren't the watches, but the COMRADERIE here on TRF!!!!

We're all lucky to be part of this fine community!

JJ Irani · 8 October 2009, 02:58 AM

I think I would rather keep up with the Kardashians!!

daveathall · 8 October 2009, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sexner

I wonder if anyone here feels like they need to keep up with the other members on here?

The real short answer for me is "nope".

Same here..............."nope"

SLRdude · 8 October 2009, 03:43 AM

Nope.
Never felt like I have to have something in order to fit in, or look cool, and I have never been slave to a brand either.

looking to buy · 8 October 2009, 04:15 AM

No one here expects or judges others on how many watches they have. I have never had a sense of that. Those with one watch have just as much acceptance as those with 20 watches. In fact, it is even better than that. Those with no watches have total acceptance. I like the fact that all the members have this great knowledge and it helps me decide what I want to do.

Having said that I will confess that I bought my second Rolex, my GMT IIc only because of the praises being sung here. If I was not a member of the forum, I never would have bought it. But, I am really glad I did.

Dan Pierce · 8 October 2009, 04:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by looking to buy

No one here expects or judges others on how many watches they have. I have never had a sense of that. Those with one watch have just as much acceptance as those with 20 watches. In fact, it is even better than that. Those with no watches have total acceptance. I like the fact that all the members have this great knowledge and it helps me decide what I want to do.

Having said that I will confess that I bought my second Rolex, my GMT IIc only because of the praises being sung here. If I was not a member of the forum, I never would have bought it. But, I am really glad I did.

Bob, no question TRF adds to our addiciton.

I've also purchased because I found a watch on TRF I had to have but not because someone else had it.

dP

2careless · 8 October 2009, 05:53 AM

After seeing others buying 1655, 5008, 5013, 5012, 1016, 6239, 6238, 116520, 16610, 16613, 116710/3/8 etc etc over and over again, I'm desensitised

I'm very happy with my 14060m, 16710 and 1630.

Rebel · 8 October 2009, 06:53 AM

No, I've never felt the need to keep up with others here at TRF.

It's not that I am immune to being jealous......I'm just a one Rolex at a time guy. I have one on my wrist every day of the week. Never have others waiting for wrist time.

Except when jogging, it's my beater, my work watch, my dress watch.

Currently, I wear a black face Tudor Sub model 75090. Wearing it on NATO straps at present.

When the bug hits me to get another model, type....I'll research the watch and then make a trade, etc.

rsg · 8 October 2009, 07:08 AM

Never jealous, always inspired. The pictures that are posted by the members here help me to decide the next item for my grail list.
I just ordered a grail based on some recent pics that were posted.......

JBat · 8 October 2009, 07:09 AM

TRF does pique my interest in acquiring more Rolex watches, but really, I'm able to resist. I'd like to get more, sure, but I have two now and that's more than I thought I'd ever have. Maybe some vintage stuff would be nice, and may one or two more of the newer models, but I'm in no hurry. I'm just enjoying the Sub and the GMT.

This is a great site, and I enjoy just hanging out here and interacting and looking at the great pics of other people's watches. I have to admit, though, to being in awe of some of the collections here. I have enough trouble deciding what to wear between the 6-7 watches I own now!

Yume-sama · 8 October 2009, 07:10 AM

I lust over other peoples watches. A YG GMT... a WG Sub... but for the most part I'm more than happy with what I have.

esm · 8 October 2009, 08:54 AM

not for me.

I enjoy reading stories and seeing pix of members new watch(es).
I get the ones I like if the timing is right. Otherwise it is all browsing on TRF.

sleddog · 8 October 2009, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by idk01

Thats is one thing I absolutely love about TRF, it doesn't matter if you have one or one hundred, every one has a model that suits them and says something about them.

One thing I do find here is I'm constantly resetting my goals, at one stage I would have loved a GMT IIc, but I'm now hinging toward an EXP II :-), I think TRF is better than walking into an AD and physically seeing and feeling the watch, I prefer to see photos and listen to what my friends here have to say about their purchase, and I can't help but congratulate each and every purchase I hear about, reading through someones first Rolex purchase always brings back memories and that flutter in the stomach and feeling I had when I purchased my first Rolex.

TRF is just a fantastic place, great people, and I love to hear about new purchases, even if its your five hundredth :-) just another facet to the adventure of life :-)

I'm looking at getting a white dial EXP II by the end of the year, and thats thanks to many members showing off theirs, better than advertising, with real life comments, can't beat that!!!

X2!!! Could not have been said any better Dave...!

Rob.

azone5 · 9 October 2009, 11:24 AM

I get a kick out of seeing the pleasure others get with their purchases, but it doesn't increase my desire for a new watch. When my GMT Master II was in for service and I was without it for six weeks, that REALLY bothered me and I almost bought one at that time.

sea-dweller · 9 October 2009, 01:53 PM

Great question. I don't feel the need to "keep up" with everyone. I have what I have and could have more, but restrain myself.

gmh1013 · 10 October 2009, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by deserted

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7 October 2009, 05:18 PM	#1
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	Keeping up with the TRFers... Watches can be an expensive hobby especially when it comes to Rolexes. I wonder if anyone here feels like they need to keep up with the other members on here? It's like when you read about so and so getting a new Rolex, do you feel like you want to go out and get one as well? I will admit when I read about about someone getting a SS white dial Daytona or a SS GMT-C, I want to go get one as well. Surprisingly I have managed to restrain myself.

7 October 2009, 08:51 PM	#4
idk01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Australia Watch: DJ16233TT Posts: 18,485	Thats is one thing I absolutely love about TRF, it doesn't matter if you have one or one hundred, every one has a model that suits them and says something about them. One thing I do find here is I'm constantly resetting my goals, at one stage I would have loved a GMT IIc, but I'm now hinging toward an EXP II :-), I think TRF is better than walking into an AD and physically seeing and feeling the watch, I prefer to see photos and listen to what my friends here have to say about their purchase, and I can't help but congratulate each and every purchase I hear about, reading through someones first Rolex purchase always brings back memories and that flutter in the stomach and feeling I had when I purchased my first Rolex. TRF is just a fantastic place, great people, and I love to hear about new purchases, even if its your five hundredth :-) just another facet to the adventure of life :-) I'm looking at getting a white dial EXP II by the end of the year, and thats thanks to many members showing off theirs, better than advertising, with real life comments, can't beat that!!! __________________ *Apprentice to Terry Newton; Superstar and Fake Sleuth*

7 October 2009, 08:54 PM	#5
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,267	I judge each watch on its merits as I see it. If it ticks the boxes, and I can afford it, I might get it. If it don't, I am at least happy for the person who does get the pleasure of acquiring the new watch for themself. A lot of the enjoyment I get is from seeing the great pleasure others get from acquiring a timepiece that they really are so happy to obtain, share and enjoy. Sometimes I think I get even greater pleasure from the purchase by others of amazing watches than the pleasure I get from acquiring a watch myself. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

7 October 2009, 09:42 PM	#6
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	I got the one I wanted. There are several others I wouldn't mind owning, but do not feel compelled to do so. My wife, on the other hand... __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

7 October 2009, 10:03 PM	#7
Deep Sea "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: NC Watch: A Rolex or two Posts: 952	Seeing other watches here, reading the stories and opinions, sometimes leaves me wanting a little more than if I had not visited here. However, I have never felt the urge to buy simply because others are buying. Granted I have jumped on a few good deals that are watches I am not sure I will keep, but I get to enjoy them (or try them out, if you will) for a period of time, and move them along if they don't float my boat. An example is the white dial Exp II I bought this summer. The price was a screaming deal, so I figured I could get the watch, have it serviced, and still have less than $3K in the whole deal. I figured for that amount, I could easily move it along and not be out any $$, or if I decided to keep it, I had a great watch for little cost. Looking at others Exp II's, I thougth it would be a permenant part of the collection; but, it just doesn't do it for me, so it will be moving along to a new home in December. __________________ Deep Sea A few Rolex & a Tudor Sub An Omega & a bunch of Breitling

7 October 2009, 08:23 PM	#2
limbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 4,624	I often admire the watches of the other TRFers, but do not feel the urge or need to keep up with anyone. I will buy a watch if I like it, as long as I have the spare funds. No intention of buying a watch on credit.

7 October 2009, 10:24 PM	#8
AWATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: al Location: GEORGIA Watch: Explorer II Posts: 1,759	Sure, I would love to have one of each, But, no I do not feel that i have to keep up with anyone. I am happy to see others enjoy their watches. TRF is a great place, great folks, interesting stories, comradeship. It is nice to share in the joy of others. It is sometimes like reading consumer reports, to see what we might like to add to our collections. Gives us something to work for, while enjoying the communications with our friends...

7 October 2009, 10:44 PM	#9
Brushpup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Patrick Location: Texas Watch: what I'm wearing Posts: 5,943	Nahh, there are lots of watches I would like...... and that I'm not likely to ever be in the money for, but still feel at home here. __________________ *TRFs "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron-Founding Member* PClub # 10 74,592 The safest place for your watch is on your wrist.

7 October 2009, 11:15 PM	#10
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,832	I don't feel any need to "keep up" with other members on TRF. And I've thoroughly enjoyed when others have found their grail [looking at you Karis], or have found the joys of another reference, or dare I say, realised the value and addiction of Tudors [too many to mention]. My Oyster collection is big by some standards, small by other, alright by me. __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

7 October 2009, 11:18 PM	#11
sexner "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: 4Q Location: Nowhere near you Watch: 169622, 124060 Posts: 2,014	I wonder if anyone here feels like they need to keep up with the other members on here? The real short answer for me is "nope". __________________ One should endeavor to do what is right not what is established.

7 October 2009, 11:21 PM	#12
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Try keeping up with Mike! That would be an exercise in futility!! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

8 October 2009, 02:58 AM	#15
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	I think I would rather keep up with the Kardashians!! __________________ 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!!

8 October 2009, 03:43 AM	#17
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	Nope. Never felt like I have to have something in order to fit in, or look cool, and I have never been slave to a brand either. __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

8 October 2009, 04:15 AM	#18
looking to buy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Paradise CA Posts: 920	No one here expects or judges others on how many watches they have. I have never had a sense of that. Those with one watch have just as much acceptance as those with 20 watches. In fact, it is even better than that. Those with no watches have total acceptance. I like the fact that all the members have this great knowledge and it helps me decide what I want to do. Having said that I will confess that I bought my second Rolex, my GMT IIc only because of the praises being sung here. If I was not a member of the forum, I never would have bought it. But, I am really glad I did. __________________ 16610 Submariner - 116710 GMT II C - 16570 Explorer II - 126710BLRO GMT II (Pepsi) - 116300 Datejust II

8 October 2009, 05:53 AM	#20
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	After seeing others buying 1655, 5008, 5013, 5012, 1016, 6239, 6238, 116520, 16610, 16613, 116710/3/8 etc etc over and over again, I'm desensitised I'm very happy with my 14060m, 16710 and 1630.

8 October 2009, 06:53 AM	#21
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,070	No, I've never felt the need to keep up with others here at TRF. It's not that I am immune to being jealous......I'm just a one Rolex at a time guy. I have one on my wrist every day of the week. Never have others waiting for wrist time. Except when jogging, it's my beater, my work watch, my dress watch. Currently, I wear a black face Tudor Sub model 75090. Wearing it on NATO straps at present. When the bug hits me to get another model, type....I'll research the watch and then make a trade, etc. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

8 October 2009, 07:08 AM	#22
rsg "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: California Posts: 1,092	Never jealous, always inspired. The pictures that are posted by the members here help me to decide the next item for my grail list. I just ordered a grail based on some recent pics that were posted.......

8 October 2009, 07:09 AM	#23
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	TRF does pique my interest in acquiring more Rolex watches, but really, I'm able to resist. I'd like to get more, sure, but I have two now and that's more than I thought I'd ever have. Maybe some vintage stuff would be nice, and may one or two more of the newer models, but I'm in no hurry. I'm just enjoying the Sub and the GMT. This is a great site, and I enjoy just hanging out here and interacting and looking at the great pics of other people's watches. I have to admit, though, to being in awe of some of the collections here. I have enough trouble deciding what to wear between the 6-7 watches I own now!

8 October 2009, 07:10 AM	#24
Yume-sama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: CAN / SIN Watch: Plat. Masterpiece Posts: 1,959	I lust over other peoples watches. A YG GMT... a WG Sub... but for the most part I'm more than happy with what I have.

8 October 2009, 08:54 AM	#25
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	not for me. I enjoy reading stories and seeing pix of members new watch(es). I get the ones I like if the timing is right. Otherwise it is all browsing on TRF.

9 October 2009, 11:24 AM	#27
azone5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: IL Posts: 402	I get a kick out of seeing the pleasure others get with their purchases, but it doesn't increase my desire for a new watch. When my GMT Master II was in for service and I was without it for six weeks, that REALLY bothered me and I almost bought one at that time.

9 October 2009, 01:53 PM	#28
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Great question. I don't feel the need to "keep up" with everyone. I have what I have and could have more, but restrain myself. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

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