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Corius · 16 July 2021, 07:46 AM

Hi all, I've just joined the forum and this may well be my last post if it doesn't go down well. I've had Rolex and Patek watches in the past and have recently bought a DJ 41 TT from an AD, but I thought I'd share my innocent and light hearted views on the various poster types on the forum:

1) The Wannabee

Excitedly posts about the watch of their dreams and is super happy they are on a waiting list to eternity for that GMT. Just maybe they might get something one day, but that doesn't matter, they're part of the team now.

2) The Mechanical Enthusiast

Let's measure our watches to the Nth degree, at all 360 orientations and compare how bad today's movements are versus the previous. Really, just buy an Apple Watch if you need second accuracy and just enjoy your Rolex for the miniature marvel of engineering that it is.

3) The Insecure

Yes, the AD loves you, you're really important and I love the photos of your Porsche and Yacht. However, remember there are a lot of people much more wealthy than you who don't talk about it.

4) The Over Extended

Don't buy a Rolex if you're frightened to wear it in Paris, Katmandu or the bath. Really, just buy a cheap watch you can afford to lose or take out insurance.

5) The Needy

Please don't post about how you walked past an AD and are going to get a watch soon, but you're not going to tell us what it is. You're a good human being, you have nothing to prove.

6) The Pragmatist

Just buy that Pepsi from the Grey dealer at 3x the MRSP, you can afford it. But expect everyone to hate you because you have the money to afford it.

7) The Lover

Great photos, you really enjoy your watch. You've worked hard to get it so enjoy having a pinnacle of engineering and grace.

8) The Clinically Insane

You've just bought 3 Ladies DJ and a set of silver cutlery for 12 in the vain hope you get that Sub. Five years later you eventually get it, and it's got a cracked crystal but you're terrified to complain in case the AD unfriends you on Facebook. Take a step back and a deep breathe, just relax and buy a grey or, even better, a weeks holiday in Tibet learning meditation.

OK, in way of apology I expect I am part of all the above.

It's great to join the team :)

Seddyspaghetti · 16 July 2021, 09:00 AM

Quite Entertaining post. Welcome!

Geckobros · 16 July 2021, 09:04 AM

It made me chuckle. Welcome aboard.

swexlin · 16 July 2021, 09:07 AM

You nailed it LOL!

Welcome!

DJ2020 · 16 July 2021, 09:14 AM

It's perfect! Welcome to the forum!

173rdabn · 16 July 2021, 09:18 AM

Loved it! Absolute truth in every comment.

BLNR Nairobi · 16 July 2021, 10:01 AM

Quite funny. Quite true.

jatco · 16 July 2021, 10:03 AM

Love it..and welcome.

brandrea · 16 July 2021, 10:19 AM

Welcome to the forum

I’m cleaning my yacht at the moment

Dr. Robert · 16 July 2021, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Welcome to the forum

I’m cleaning my yacht at the moment

I have people who clean my yacht for me

jatco · 16 July 2021, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I have people who clean my yacht for me

Mine's dirty so I'm buying another....

brandrea · 16 July 2021, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I have people who clean my yacht for me

Touché

Chewbacca · 16 July 2021, 10:23 AM

Welcome Cornelius!

SeeDweller · 16 July 2021, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jatco

Mine's dirty so I'm buying another....

Wait... they get dirty??
I wouldn’t think of having something that’s “dirty”!!!
Ewww!

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ZOOK · 17 July 2021, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

I have people who clean my yacht for me

Welcome.

Bob said I missed a spot. I’ll be right back.

SeeDweller · 17 July 2021, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZOOK

Welcome.

Bob said I missed a spot. I’ll be right back.

Gawd knows!!
Don’t park that “thing”, with a dirty spot, next to MY yacht! People have a way of talking, y’know....

(But Dave, you have permanent permission to “come aboard”, if I DO ever happen to own a water vehicle, anytime!)

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SeeDweller · 17 July 2021, 09:09 AM

And, OP??

We hope we’re ALL #7, in your book!!
Bob

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Andad · 17 July 2021, 09:15 AM

Welcome to TRF Mr C.

Where do you fit in?

1st amg · 17 July 2021, 09:19 AM

Awesome entrance!

Dr. Robert · 17 July 2021, 09:26 AM

Dave aka Zook, thank you so much for the excellent cleaning job on my yacht.

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Blansky · 17 July 2021, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Welcome to the forum

I’m cleaning my yacht at the moment

I got rid of my yacht.

I was afraid to get it wet.

Welcome Corius.

Highend7 · 17 July 2021, 09:42 AM

Lol...
Thanks for sharing. Welcome to the forum buddy.

ZOOK · 17 July 2021, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

Dave aka Zook, thank you so much for the excellent cleaning job on my yacht.

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Thank you Dr Bob! Because of your generous tip, I have been able to afford my own yacht.

GB-man · 17 July 2021, 10:26 AM

I think I’m an insecure pragmatist

superdog · 17 July 2021, 10:33 AM

Wow. That’s good.

Impressive.

superdog · 17 July 2021, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GB-man

I think I’m an insecure pragmatist

I can relate.

brandrea · 17 July 2021, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blansky

I got rid of my yacht.

I was afraid to get it wet.

Welcome Corius.

That was a good move. The private jet is more practical.

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EEpro · 17 July 2021, 10:55 AM

I'm pretty sure there are more.

Welcome!

superdog · 17 July 2021, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

That was a good move. The private jet is more practical.

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Love this thread. So good.

SemperFi · 17 July 2021, 11:19 AM

You nailed it Corius, great post.

Welcome!

16 July 2021, 07:46 AM	#1
Corius Banned Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: UK Posts: 40	New Member Observations (tongue in cheek) Hi all, I've just joined the forum and this may well be my last post if it doesn't go down well. I've had Rolex and Patek watches in the past and have recently bought a DJ 41 TT from an AD, but I thought I'd share my innocent and light hearted views on the various poster types on the forum: 1) The Wannabee Excitedly posts about the watch of their dreams and is super happy they are on a waiting list to eternity for that GMT. Just maybe they might get something one day, but that doesn't matter, they're part of the team now. 2) The Mechanical Enthusiast Let's measure our watches to the Nth degree, at all 360 orientations and compare how bad today's movements are versus the previous. Really, just buy an Apple Watch if you need second accuracy and just enjoy your Rolex for the miniature marvel of engineering that it is. 3) The Insecure Yes, the AD loves you, you're really important and I love the photos of your Porsche and Yacht. However, remember there are a lot of people much more wealthy than you who don't talk about it. 4) The Over Extended Don't buy a Rolex if you're frightened to wear it in Paris, Katmandu or the bath. Really, just buy a cheap watch you can afford to lose or take out insurance. 5) The Needy Please don't post about how you walked past an AD and are going to get a watch soon, but you're not going to tell us what it is. You're a good human being, you have nothing to prove. 6) The Pragmatist Just buy that Pepsi from the Grey dealer at 3x the MRSP, you can afford it. But expect everyone to hate you because you have the money to afford it. 7) The Lover Great photos, you really enjoy your watch. You've worked hard to get it so enjoy having a pinnacle of engineering and grace. 8) The Clinically Insane You've just bought 3 Ladies DJ and a set of silver cutlery for 12 in the vain hope you get that Sub. Five years later you eventually get it, and it's got a cracked crystal but you're terrified to complain in case the AD unfriends you on Facebook. Take a step back and a deep breathe, just relax and buy a grey or, even better, a weeks holiday in Tibet learning meditation. OK, in way of apology I expect I am part of all the above. It's great to join the team :)

16 July 2021, 09:14 AM	#5
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,478	It's perfect! Welcome to the forum! __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

16 July 2021, 10:03 AM	#8
jatco 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Thomas Location: YVR Watch: 116233/79190 Posts: 48,064	Love it..and welcome. __________________ . . ' A Crown for every achievement '

17 July 2021, 09:09 AM	#17
SeeDweller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Bob Location: NorCal Watch: 5212 (blasphemy!) Posts: 1,746	And, OP?? We hope we’re ALL #7, in your book!! Bob Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Bob '67 5512 (Sub., Matte, meters 1st) ..\|..... '72 1655 (Explorer II, Freccione) '72 1675 (GMT, Pepsi bezel) ..........\|..'03 16610LV (Submariner, Kermit) '21 116506 (Daytona, Blue dial)..\|..... '22 116508 (Daytona, Green dial) '21 126619LB (Submariner, Blue) ...\|... '20 126710-BLNR (GMT-II, Batgirl) .... and still trying to scratch that itch!.....

17 July 2021, 09:15 AM	#18
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,861	Welcome to TRF Mr C. Where do you fit in? __________________ E

16 July 2021, 09:00 AM	#2
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,626	Quite Entertaining post. Welcome!

16 July 2021, 09:04 AM	#3
Geckobros "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Arrakis Posts: 873	It made me chuckle. Welcome aboard.

16 July 2021, 09:07 AM	#4
swexlin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: West Chester PA Posts: 369	You nailed it LOL! Welcome!

16 July 2021, 09:18 AM	#6
173rdabn 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: George Location: Cape Cod Watch: 216570 Explorer II Posts: 2,323	Loved it! Absolute truth in every comment.

16 July 2021, 10:01 AM	#7
BLNR Nairobi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Tony Location: Global Watch: All of them. Posts: 1,114	Quite funny. Quite true.

16 July 2021, 10:19 AM	#9
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,882	Welcome to the forum I’m cleaning my yacht at the moment

16 July 2021, 10:23 AM	#13
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,113	Welcome Cornelius!

17 July 2021, 09:19 AM	#19
1st amg 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 9,508	Awesome entrance!

17 July 2021, 09:26 AM	#20
Dr. Robert 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 61,442	Dave aka Zook, thank you so much for the excellent cleaning job on my yacht. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

17 July 2021, 09:42 AM	#22
Highend7 Banned Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: 🌎 Watch: Rolex 116520 Posts: 126	Lol... Thanks for sharing. Welcome to the forum buddy.

17 July 2021, 10:26 AM	#24
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,879	I think I’m an insecure pragmatist __________________

17 July 2021, 10:33 AM	#25
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,707	Wow. That’s good. Impressive. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

17 July 2021, 10:55 AM	#28
EEpro 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Brad Location: Purdue Watch: Daytona Posts: 9,092	I'm pretty sure there are more. Welcome! __________________ ♛ ✠ Ω 2FA Active

17 July 2021, 11:19 AM	#30
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	You nailed it Corius, great post. Welcome! __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

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