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doubles08 · 12 May 2017, 01:35 PM

I'll take the bait... two weeks' pre-tax income. I bought it after hitting a financial target as a reward.

ivanos · 12 May 2017, 02:36 PM

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The amount they could just drop on the ground and walk away from. There are many here that clearly overextend on a regular basis. Hence why I don't mind his question. He's getting a feel for what makes the smart spenders comfortable as far as percentages.

I can't walk away from even one dollar on the ground.

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Uppersouth · 12 May 2017, 02:54 PM

Please pardon the rude behavior within some of the comments. I understand your question (I think). I wouldn't approach the decision based on a percentage of income, but on percentage of discretionary income. If your single you buy what you want with your play money. All of it on a weekend in Vegas, boat, sports car, Harley or Rolex. If you're married with teenagers in the home, I find that everyone wants a piece of Dad's discretionary funds, so I have to piece it out accordingly, always making sure Mama gets something nice too. With all of that said, I say 20% of discretionary income annually max on a single item such as a Rolex. Works for me in my world.

Tampashooter · 12 May 2017, 03:20 PM

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I can't walk away from even one dollar on the ground.

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Can't, won't or could.Very different.

ivanos · 12 May 2017, 04:02 PM

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Can't, won't or could.Very different.

Can't, won't, and couldn't.

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azs.77 · 13 May 2017, 12:46 AM

WHOAA .. was not expecting this.. lol!

Lets see if I can articulate this appropriately. Purchasing a submariner is a big purchase but it is not going to break my bank. I love the watch and I want it. However, I also live in a land of naysayers and belong to a culture where spending money on a watch is not considered an astute choice. It's all right to drive the latest German cars, live in huge houses, and vacation frequently. But a watch is a no-no.

The only positive reinforcement I receive regarding purchasing a Rolex is on this forum. Hence, I was looking for some perspective.

Thank you all for your feedback.

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12 May 2017, 01:35 PM	#31
doubles08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Sydney Posts: 43	I'll take the bait... two weeks' pre-tax income. I bought it after hitting a financial target as a reward.

12 May 2017, 02:54 PM	#33
Uppersouth "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Lee Location: Kentucky Watch: SWISS Posts: 1,528	Please pardon the rude behavior within some of the comments. I understand your question (I think). I wouldn't approach the decision based on a percentage of income, but on percentage of discretionary income. If your single you buy what you want with your play money. All of it on a weekend in Vegas, boat, sports car, Harley or Rolex. If you're married with teenagers in the home, I find that everyone wants a piece of Dad's discretionary funds, so I have to piece it out accordingly, always making sure Mama gets something nice too. With all of that said, I say 20% of discretionary income annually max on a single item such as a Rolex. Works for me in my world.

13 May 2017, 12:46 AM	#36
azs.77 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: USA/Canada Watch: Rolex, AP, Panerai Posts: 812	WHOAA .. was not expecting this.. lol! Lets see if I can articulate this appropriately. Purchasing a submariner is a big purchase but it is not going to break my bank. I love the watch and I want it. However, I also live in a land of naysayers and belong to a culture where spending money on a watch is not considered an astute choice. It's all right to drive the latest German cars, live in huge houses, and vacation frequently. But a watch is a no-no. The only positive reinforcement I receive regarding purchasing a Rolex is on this forum. Hence, I was looking for some perspective. Thank you all for your feedback.

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