Sea Dwellers in Beaumont

[bluemartinifan]

Had a mini GTG in Beaumont TX with brother John (Beaumont Miller) this weekend.
Met his wonderful family, enjoyed temps in the 70s, drank wine wine, had Beaumont style BBQ steaks (meaning John goes pyro and uses enough wood to burn a city) shot skeet and trap at his gun club - and of course spent a few hours with loupes on vintage and modern Rolex, Patek and Omega.

Only took 1 phone pic but it captures a nice period from the SD family tree - including double red to white to matte 666.

It is an honor to be invited to meet someones family and stay in their home - I truly enjoyed it John

[stmoore]

Super cool. Thanks for sharing.

So I know we have a double red (not sure the mk), we have a 666, I think I see a Mk 1 1665, but not sure about the other - I think I see italicized font - so a mk 2/3. I know it's not a rail.

[Michael M.]

Originally Posted by stmoore

Super cool. Thanks for sharing.

So I know we have a double red (not sure the mk), we have a 666, I think I see a Mk 1 1665, but not sure about the other - I think I see italicized font - so a mk 2/3. I know it's not a rail.

Looks like a Mark 4 to me Steve

Great post!! Any more close ups of the Sea-Dwellers?

[nsumner]

Sounded like a good time. I'm sure John's a wonderful host.

[AWS]

Sounds like a fun weekend. Nice family lineage of the SD.

[bzabodyn]

Sounds like fun! I'm going through Beaumont all the time on our way east to Louisiana when we need to scratch the gambling itch...

I really think a matte dial 666 or a nice 1665 is next up for me...

BZ

[Beaumont Miller II]

Thanks Russ I'm glad you had a great time. Kathy and I enjoyed having you as our guest. We are looking forward to your next visit.

I learned a few things over the weekend.

1. The triple 666 is really a beast. Until this weekend I had never seen one "in the flesh".
I am very impressed. Beautiful watch Russ; thanks for sharing. Clay I understand your
passion for this watch.

2. Moderation is for ( fill in the blank ). There is something rewarding about building a big
fire even if it is to only cook four steaks. Big fires tend to leave lots of coals on the ground...
don't grill barefoot, OUCH. In addition have a hose or fire extinguisher handy just in
case it starts to burn a city . Just kidding the fire never got that BIG.

3. When grilling the steaks it's a good idea to make sure the the meat thermometer
wasn't discarded in the trash the last time steaks were cooked. My burned
foot and I finally catch a lucky break .

4. When looking at watches make sure to have a room with good lighting and/or lots of
natural light. Start looking at them early to make sure you get to see them all. Which
we did.

Until next time.

[sea-dweller]

Very nice!

[Kingair]

Thanks for sharing . . .

HAGS

[MP5]

I didnt know you were from TX. Should have not discounted the user name. haha did you cook Gaucho? The TX contingent is growing and growing stronger on TRF, we might need a State of the Republic GTG sometime!

Saw this representation that explains to our small state brothers why we just dont swing by

The red on this map represents the area that is within 790 miles of Texas. That is to say, if you are within this red zone, you are closer to somewhere in Texas than others in Texas are from each other.

[Dr. Robert]

Beautiful classic Rolex subs, all with lug holes too....be still my beating heart.

[Ben39]

Wonderful gtg & TFS Russ!! :)

[Clay]

A whole day with John and only ONE picture...

Shame on you Russ...

And it's to late now John…All the 666's have been sold...

If you fellows ever come to New England, drop by the house…But I will do the cooking…

Last night…My Famous Lobster Risotto…

[Beaumont Miller II]

Clay make a lot because that looks delicious.

[Frogman4me]

Great to see you guys meet and spend together :)

[cop414]

Sounds like you guys had a great time!!

[enhamhale]

Fantastic bunch wear all in good health .

[shaws.albertruiz72]

Great looking Subs but sounded like even better time (wine) lol...Enjoy.

[GeoGio Greece]

Nice, congrats to both and especially to John !!!

When can I come over ????


We can prepare among other dishes some mussels with rice and some oysters.



...and for BBQ, we will for sure think of something nice

[MP5]

No way clay you sold all the triple sixes?

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[HL65]

Originally Posted by Beaumont Miller II

Thanks Russ I'm glad you had a great time. Kathy and I enjoyed having you as our guest. We are looking forward to your next visit.

I learned a few things over the weekend.

1. The triple 666 is really a beast. Until this weekend I had never seen one "in the flesh".
I am very impressed. Beautiful watch Russ; thanks for sharing. Clay I understand your
passion for this watch.

2. Moderation is for ( fill in the blank ). There is something rewarding about building a big
fire even if it is to only cook four steaks. Big fires tend to leave lots of coals on the ground...
don't grill barefoot, OUCH. In addition have a hose or fire extinguisher handy just in
case it starts to burn a city . Just kidding the fire never got that BIG.

3. When grilling the steaks it's a good idea to make sure the the meat thermometer
wasn't discarded in the trash the last time steaks were cooked. My burned
foot and I finally catch a lucky break .

4. When looking at watches make sure to have a room with good lighting and/or lots of
natural light. Start looking at them early to make sure you get to see them all. Which
we did.

Until next time.

Sounds like a great time. Did you borrow some of your brother's fine wine or open up one of your carton's?

Nice watches and wish I was there my friend...Only with a few of my bottles.

[red1108nyc]

Originally Posted by Beaumont Miller II

Thanks Russ I'm glad you had a great time. Kathy and I enjoyed having you as our guest. We are looking forward to your next visit.

I learned a few things over the weekend.

1. The triple 666 is really a beast. Until this weekend I had never seen one "in the flesh".
I am very impressed. Beautiful watch Russ; thanks for sharing. Clay I understand your
passion for this watch.

2. Moderation is for ( fill in the blank ). There is something rewarding about building a big
fire even if it is to only cook four steaks. Big fires tend to leave lots of coals on the ground...
don't grill barefoot, OUCH. In addition have a hose or fire extinguisher handy just in
case it starts to burn a city . Just kidding the fire never got that BIG.

3. When grilling the steaks it's a good idea to make sure the the meat thermometer
wasn't discarded in the trash the last time steaks were cooked. My burned
foot and I finally catch a lucky break .

4. When looking at watches make sure to have a room with good lighting and/or lots of
natural light. Start looking at them early to make sure you get to see them all. Which
we did.

Until next time.

I am sure its a great time with 2 great chaps! I want to come too next time please!!!!

[Beaumont Miller II]

George is that lamb? Looks great. Can't go wrong with mussels and oysters either.

Ken I opened up a bottle of TOR that I was saving. My brother sent me home with the bottle over Thanksgiving.

[HL65]

Originally Posted by Beaumont Miller II

George is that lamb? Looks great. Can't go wrong with mussels and oysters either.

Ken I opened up a bottle of TOR that I was saving. My brother sent me home with the bottle over Thanksgiving.

Make him give you a bottle of his Colgin at Easter! Brothers should share!

[Beaumont Miller II]

Fred next time we will have to grow the guest list. Plenty of notice will be given. Haha.

[Beaumont Miller II]

I agree and will have to remember that next time I am over at his house. Unfortunately I won't make it for Easter. So I guess it's back to the carton for now .

[newbieincali]

Why isn't the Rolex on the pit? Lol

[bluemartinifan]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Sounds like a great time. Did you borrow some of your brother's fine wine or open up one of your carton's?

Nice watches and wish I was there my friend...Only with a few of my bottles.

Thankfully his brothers TOR (VERY VERY tasty - so good, we left only a few drops for John's wife

John, I must say - of all the amazing vintage Rolex references I louped and had on my wrist, the most breath taking is your gold GMT with the ghost insert. Please post a pic for the crew if you have one handy...

[Beaumont Miller II]

Russ thanks for bringing this one as well. It was great to see such as beautiful example. The sharp case and patina are amazing. I will see to it that the 16750 does not stray far from your wrist.





In addition it was nice to see this one on your wrist during dinner.

[Jason71]

There is some serious eye candy in this thread. Thanks for sharing guys