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Gharddog03 · 15 May 2011, 06:58 PM

"Nice watch"

ArcticMoose · 15 May 2011, 08:27 PM

I think "wonder if I should talk to him/her?"

HL65 · 15 May 2011, 08:33 PM

I've never really thought a whole heck of a lot about it. I have yet to run into another WIS or watch addict except here on forums. I truly pay little attention to others wrists and would not want them to pay any attention to mine!

amg55 · 15 May 2011, 08:36 PM

hmmm... nice watch, must have good taste.

Paulie 50 · 15 May 2011, 08:40 PM

I don't like people staring at my wrist, no more than i like people staring at my car, because invariably they put two and two together and get five.
Low profile is always the policy.

77T · 15 May 2011, 08:41 PM

At the track, when I was a driver wearing a Polar Exp.II, often noticed the number of folks who wore Rolex - Daytona's, Sub's, Explorer's - they were prevalent. All SS models worn in the Paddock, BTW. I always thought that the wearer valued quality - and noticed they had more organized Paddock space than in general.

Now I'm in the Tower, and notice a difference - lots more YG, WG, TT Rolex - almost all Daytona's...
...so I had to do an upgrade to a TT Panda dial.

I seem to notice that the YG crowd are the more imperious, officious types...

it's complicated...

maybe I'm over-generalizing...

travisb · 15 May 2011, 08:42 PM

Nice watch!

Darlinboy · 15 May 2011, 08:44 PM

If it's got lug holes, I think "curmudgeon".

If it's a SubC (or other moderista piece), I think "sweet watch"

Gagebuilder · 15 May 2011, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

At the track, when I was a driver wearing a Polar Exp.II, often noticed the number of folks who wore Rolex - Daytona's, Sub's, Explorer's - they were prevalent. All SS models worn in the Paddock, BTW. I always thought that the wearer valued quality - and noticed they had more organized Paddock space than in general.

Now I'm in the Tower, and notice a difference - lots more YG, WG, TT Rolex - almost all Daytona's...
...so I had to do an upgrade to a TT Panda dial.

I seem to notice that the YG crowd are the more imperious, officious types...

it's complicated...

maybe I'm over-generalizing...

Hmmmm, so has your personality changed since you started wearing TT?

I wonder if mine changes when I wear 18K...

Gagebuilder · 15 May 2011, 08:57 PM

My other thought:

Why does he wear on his Left or Right Wrist?

Gaijin · 15 May 2011, 11:00 PM

I just try to get in for a closer look...

Le Chef · 15 May 2011, 11:11 PM

The guy's wearing a Rolex. Next? I don't see why it's a big deal.

Megalobyte · 15 May 2011, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rollie2011

Any of the sports models just scream

"Stories" to me

I know! Like, did he buy it from an AD at list, does he know the AD well enough to get a discount on sports models, did he buy from a forum seller, if so, is the card open, or named and dated.... So many stories! :)

Seriously though, maybe it's just me but, any time I try to get a good enough look at someone's watch I come close to getting caught and looking like a moron.

STEELINOX · 15 May 2011, 11:20 PM

"hmm, I wonder if he got it at COSTCO ?"

Megalobyte · 15 May 2011, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rr-nyc

I don't really think about it. Now if I see another PAM, I will comment if possible and more times than not, it ends up with an enjoyable conversation

For some reason I too only will comment on a Pam if I'm wearing mine. Perhaps I feel it's more likely the Pam wearer is a watch enthusiast. I've engaged people in conversations about our Pams before, I don't think I'd do it for Rolex, more of a chance it's either fake, or the person hasn't a clue about watches in which case I now look like a big dork.

Paul88 · 16 May 2011, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Le Chef

The guy's wearing a Rolex. Next? I don't see why it's a big deal.

petesjag · 16 May 2011, 01:22 AM

I hardly ever see them in the wild but when I do I wonder about the story behind the watch...I am sure there is always a story behind every Rolex....

Ricco · 16 May 2011, 01:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sorsara

I totally agree with you.. actually this is starting to happen everywhere else.. everybody wears one everybody wants one.. sadly it's no longer something special..

Because rolexes are too cheap.
Lets ask them to raise prices...

Aspirin · 16 May 2011, 01:45 AM

it's a regional question.

Ed Rooney · 16 May 2011, 02:08 AM

I don't really evaluate the person beyond trying to determine if have a better car, house, or make more money than they do. If so, I let them know it.

I just have a look at it if I can, determine roughly which model it is. I never strike up a conversation.

Rags · 16 May 2011, 02:40 AM

My first thought is that man has excellent taste in watches.

rolexsweep · 16 May 2011, 05:13 AM

class...

snowbird · 16 May 2011, 05:25 AM

Why on earth would that person want to spend so much money on a watch?

dannyt · 16 May 2011, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowbird

Why on earth would that person want to spend so much money on a watch?

Ugh, I hate hearing that one

Then you see the people turn around and spend thousands on whatever it is that interests them. Some people...

dddrees · 16 May 2011, 05:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lisa

i think, "yep, they have good taste."

x2

Explorer 2011 · 16 May 2011, 05:42 AM

I do think quite a lot of the things that have been said here...but mostly I enjoy the fact that I can identify the exact model now more and more. So I no longer think "Is that a Rolex?" after being here for a few months I'll spot the model and know a bit about it too!

ally · 16 May 2011, 05:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Explorer 2011

I do think quite a lot of the things that have been said here...but mostly I enjoy the fact that I can identify the exact model now more and more. So I no longer think "Is that a Rolex?" after being here for a few months I'll spot the model and know a bit about it too!

That about sums it up for me too

I always wonder if they are members of this site

dbphotos · 16 May 2011, 06:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

At the track, when I was a driver wearing a Polar Exp.II, often noticed the number of folks who wore Rolex - Daytona's, Sub's, Explorer's - they were prevalent. All SS models worn in the Paddock, BTW. I always thought that the wearer valued quality - and noticed they had more organized Paddock space than in general.

Now I'm in the Tower, and notice a difference - lots more YG, WG, TT Rolex - almost all Daytona's...
...so I had to do an upgrade to a TT Panda dial.

I seem to notice that the YG crowd are the more imperious, officious types...

it's complicated...

maybe I'm over-generalizing...

Which series?

dbphotos · 16 May 2011, 06:29 AM

I learned long ago not to make any judgement on a person's financial status based on what they wear, drive or where they live. Some people live their lives on credit and "buy" whatever their credit cards, home equity loan, etc. can afford.

If someone is wearing a particularly unique or vintage watch I may strike up a conversation about the watch.

I wear a Rolex, drive a Ford truck, usually wear shorts and tee-shirt and live in a middle class neighborhood. What does that say about me?

Just be you and don't worry about what others think of what you wear, drive or where you live.

"Don't worry, be happy!"

marke · 16 May 2011, 06:31 AM

Nice watch, and then to work out what model it is !!!

15 May 2011, 08:33 PM	#63
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,569	I've never really thought a whole heck of a lot about it. I have yet to run into another WIS or watch addict except here on forums. I truly pay little attention to others wrists and would not want them to pay any attention to mine! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

15 May 2011, 08:41 PM	#66
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,089	At the track, when I was a driver wearing a Polar Exp.II, often noticed the number of folks who wore Rolex - Daytona's, Sub's, Explorer's - they were prevalent. All SS models worn in the Paddock, BTW. I always thought that the wearer valued quality - and noticed they had more organized Paddock space than in general. Now I'm in the Tower, and notice a difference - lots more YG, WG, TT Rolex - almost all Daytona's... ...so I had to do an upgrade to a TT Panda dial. I seem to notice that the YG crowd are the more imperious, officious types... it's complicated... maybe I'm over-generalizing... __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

15 May 2011, 08:42 PM	#67
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,573	My first thought... Nice watch!

15 May 2011, 08:44 PM	#68
Darlinboy 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: DB Location: :noitacoL Watch: :hctaW Posts: 6,699	If it's got lug holes, I think "curmudgeon". If it's a SubC (or other moderista piece), I think "sweet watch" __________________ Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.

15 May 2011, 11:20 PM	#74
STEELINOX 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,007	"hmm, I wonder if he got it at COSTCO ?" __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN 274

15 May 2011, 06:58 PM	#61
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	"Nice watch"

15 May 2011, 08:27 PM	#62
ArcticMoose "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Sea Posts: 1,894	I think "wonder if I should talk to him/her?"

15 May 2011, 08:36 PM	#64
amg55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Me Location: Australia Watch: Daytona 116500LN Posts: 673	hmmm... nice watch, must have good taste.

15 May 2011, 08:40 PM	#65
Paulie 50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Lancs. England Posts: 993	I don't like people staring at my wrist, no more than i like people staring at my car, because invariably they put two and two together and get five. Low profile is always the policy.

15 May 2011, 08:57 PM	#70
Gagebuilder "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Detroit Area Watch: out for yelow snow Posts: 1,067	My other thought: Why does he wear on his Left or Right Wrist?

15 May 2011, 11:00 PM	#71
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	I just try to get in for a closer look...

15 May 2011, 11:11 PM	#72
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	The guy's wearing a Rolex. Next? I don't see why it's a big deal.

16 May 2011, 01:22 AM	#77
petesjag "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: netherlands Posts: 2,177	I hardly ever see them in the wild but when I do I wonder about the story behind the watch...I am sure there is always a story behind every Rolex....

16 May 2011, 01:45 AM	#79
Aspirin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: at home Posts: 1,330	it's a regional question.

16 May 2011, 02:08 AM	#80
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	I don't really evaluate the person beyond trying to determine if have a better car, house, or make more money than they do. If so, I let them know it. I just have a look at it if I can, determine roughly which model it is. I never strike up a conversation.

16 May 2011, 02:40 AM	#81
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,191	My first thought is that man has excellent taste in watches. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

16 May 2011, 05:13 AM	#82
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	class... __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

16 May 2011, 05:25 AM	#83
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	Why on earth would that person want to spend so much money on a watch?

16 May 2011, 05:42 AM	#86
Explorer 2011 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Kris Location: ENGLAND Watch: Searching Posts: 1,038	I do think quite a lot of the things that have been said here...but mostly I enjoy the fact that I can identify the exact model now more and more. So I no longer think "Is that a Rolex?" after being here for a few months I'll spot the model and know a bit about it too! __________________ __________________ ROLEX Explorer 214270 "Nil Satis Nisi Optimum..."

16 May 2011, 06:29 AM	#89
dbphotos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: David Location: Texas Watch: your 6! Posts: 898	I learned long ago not to make any judgement on a person's financial status based on what they wear, drive or where they live. Some people live their lives on credit and "buy" whatever their credit cards, home equity loan, etc. can afford. If someone is wearing a particularly unique or vintage watch I may strike up a conversation about the watch. I wear a Rolex, drive a Ford truck, usually wear shorts and tee-shirt and live in a middle class neighborhood. What does that say about me? Just be you and don't worry about what others think of what you wear, drive or where you live. "Don't worry, be happy!" __________________ www.DavidBailey.com Rolex DD YG 18238 \| Rolex 1675 Pepsi \| Rolex 14060 \| Rolex Vintage 6694 \| Rolex TT 16013 \| Tudor Tiger 79280P on Shark strap \| a whole bunch of misc watches

16 May 2011, 06:31 AM	#90
marke Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mark Location: UK Nationwide... Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,842	Nice watch, and then to work out what model it is !!!

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