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4 May 2024, 09:39 AM | #1 |
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We just went on a vacation with close friends of ours. They noticed our watches when we were out to dinner. His wife said something to the effect, “I see you’re both wearing a Rolex, very nice!”
My wife said, “yeah, we just got these not too long ago.” She was wearing her 31mm TT DJ. I was wearing my GMT BLNR. I didn’t say anything. I was too busy eating. lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
4 May 2024, 09:46 AM | #2 |
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I have got compliments of "Nice Watch" for my Hamilton Khaki and none for the Explorer 40. I would rather prefer it that way as the reason I bought the Exp is its an under the radar watch.
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4 May 2024, 09:47 AM | #3 |
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Seldom commented on, if anything "I like your watch." I don't "show" them.
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4 May 2024, 09:59 AM | #4 |
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"Is it a genuine rolex?" for my GMT LN and "I am going to save enough $ to buy a rolex like the one you wearing" but i was wearing my Tudor BB blue eta.
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4 May 2024, 10:37 AM | #5 | |
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4 May 2024, 10:41 AM | #6 |
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I daily my 36mm Explorer which is fun because I like my watches to fly under the radar. No one ever comments on it unless they know what they are looking at which is fun because then I know its someone genuinely interested in watches when they bring it up by name.
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4 May 2024, 10:41 AM | #7 |
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I’ve never shown anyone my watch.
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4 May 2024, 11:14 AM | #8 |
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I don't make it a habit to randomly "show" my watch to people.
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4 May 2024, 11:25 AM | #9 |
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If it’s a random, it’s typically just “nice watch” or “love the [insert watch name I’m wearing]”
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4 May 2024, 11:26 AM | #10 |
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I went to a company wide function this past January and meeting my new team for the first time. One of my new teammates came up to me and said "that watch is bad ass". Caught me off guard forgetting I was wearing my Batman. He was wearing a vintage Coke.
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4 May 2024, 11:32 AM | #11 |
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Even before all the latest crime related to watches I was careful not to display my watches. If I'm on summer vacation wearing short sleeves I'll wear a steel watch. No one usually notices.
Only time anyone really noticed was a Rolex SA who recognized my Patek 3970. They asked if they could take a look since they had only seen one in pics |
4 May 2024, 11:35 AM | #12 |
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Which LV?
The original one? A model number would be good. Not being a mind reader. Why would you show anyone your watch?
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4 May 2024, 12:12 PM | #13 |
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“There’s one! Get him!!!!”
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4 May 2024, 12:57 PM | #14 |
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It's funny but I've gotten two compliments on my watch in the last month or so, both from kids under 25. I'd say the world of analog watches is still relevant for now.
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4 May 2024, 01:58 PM | #15 |
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Lately my wife's been saying, "OMG! Another G-Shock?!"
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4 May 2024, 02:13 PM | #16 |
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The comment I often get is "Is it real"?
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4 May 2024, 02:41 PM | #17 |
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What time is it?
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4 May 2024, 04:04 PM | #18 |
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Usually I just get "nice watch" or something to that effect...
....unfortunately, it's almost always when I'm standing in front of a urinal taking a leak |
4 May 2024, 10:48 PM | #19 |
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I only show them to fellow watch enthusiasts.
From my semi enthusiasts … “You bought another one, how many do you have now ?” With my full enthusiasts … we talk about the watch. |
4 May 2024, 10:58 PM | #20 |
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I don't show people my watches. On the very rare occasion when someone comments they tend to ask if it's an xyz or if it's genuine. I have a standard response. "This watch cost me £25, it had better be an xyz/genuine for that". This usually does the trick.
The only occasions when assembled people start showing and comparing watches in my little universe are at the AD, where the SAs and many of the customers are WISs. I've seen some superb watches on wrists at my AD. One of the SAs had a vintage Tudor Submariner. That was one hell of a lovely watch. |
4 May 2024, 11:05 PM | #21 |
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I do not show anyone my watches but on occasion I get a random, "Nice Watch", and I answer, thanks.
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5 May 2024, 07:17 AM | #22 |
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Same with me. I wear my watches, I don’t “show” them. That would be a bit weird.
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4 May 2024, 11:12 PM | #23 |
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I never show people my watch and rarely does anyone ask about them. I do get an occasional “mister, do you have the time?”
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4 May 2024, 11:16 PM | #24 |
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4 May 2024, 11:58 PM | #25 |
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So what is the first words that people say to you when you show them your watch?
Nobody notices. Ever. So disappointing.
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6 May 2024, 11:52 AM | #26 |
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5 May 2024, 12:08 AM | #27 |
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I have gotten more comments on my red and green OPs than on any watches I’ve ever had. The comments always start with “that’s a cool watch!,” they don’t even know it’s a Rolex.
I did have the SA in a Tudor Boutique last week comment on my BLRO, just a compliment not a request to see it up closer. |
5 May 2024, 12:09 AM | #28 |
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They usually ask "why do you feel the need to show me your watch?"
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5 May 2024, 12:14 AM | #29 |
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I walk around in public and often times I will approach a stranger and casually wave my watch in their face.
If they don’t say anything, I’ll say excuse me sir but this is a 116718, you must not have noticed it. Then I’ll stare in amazement as they walk past without saying a word. How rude!!! |
5 May 2024, 12:50 AM | #30 |
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Pretty sad to be worried about what people say. Enjoy it in good health, that’s the only thing that matters!
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