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OrchidDR · 23 October 2009, 07:27 AM

It is my opinion that in a man’s (or woman’s) life there are certain milestones that should be met. I believe owning a Rolex is one of those milestones and that is why I joined this group today.

I’m on a quest to purchase my first Rolex! I’m also wise enough to know that the knowledge and experiences of this group will aid me greatly in achieving that quest and hopefully save me a fair amount of money.

My present watch, a Krieger Tidal Chronometer I’ve had for twenty years and has served me well; but the time has come!

So here I am, canvassing this group for comments, suggestions, and recommendations for my first Rolex.

Thank you very much,

Steve
Davis Islands, Tampa, FL

BigJim · 24 October 2009, 01:21 AM

Welcome Steve!

My first Rolex was an 80's Oyster Precision 6694.

Dan Pierce · 24 October 2009, 01:24 AM

Go, Steve, go!!

Good luck in your search,
dP

Numismatist · 24 October 2009, 05:00 AM

I like this one:

Sweramic · 24 October 2009, 05:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Numismatist

I like this one:

Incredible! Love that DJ!

drtooth73 · 24 October 2009, 05:30 AM

Get the new SS Sub(2010) or SS GMT

OrchidDR · 24 October 2009, 11:24 AM

With a son in college (sophomore) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) I'm looking at used vs brand new! I'm a patient fishermen and I'm going to be a patient Rolex buyer. What do you think?

Evergreen · 24 October 2009, 12:47 PM

I think a nice stainless steel datejust would be ideal for a first purchase. Do your research, and Im sure you will find one that you love. I recently picked up an explorer II. They are reasonably priced used, and a joy to wear.

OrchidDR · 24 October 2009, 10:26 PM

Evergreen, I'm spoiled! I'm wanting the 16613 or 16713 or 16610LV or.... Along those lines, I'm thinking with $3-5K I should be able to pick up a gem of a watch in the next three-six months.

Rags · 26 October 2009, 06:29 AM

My thoughts exactly... Welcome Steve....

OrchidDR · 27 October 2009, 06:13 AM

Thanks "Rags"...life is too short to compromise on my (legal) desires and wants!

sleddog · 27 October 2009, 03:26 PM

Welcome to TRF Steve......Good luck on that search for a Rolex!!!!!

Enjoy the site and please post some pics when you pull the trigger.....
Rob.

Lol-x · 27 October 2009, 04:25 PM

I suggest the Sub LV, you can't go wrong

Welcome

Warnsboy · 28 October 2009, 03:48 AM

Steve:

Welcome, I am also a new member and just finished my quest in September. This is a great group of guys.

My first Rolex:

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Warnsboy

1000ftSub · 28 October 2009, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Numismatist

I like this one:

Very nice

Rebel · 28 October 2009, 04:54 AM

Welcome to TRF.

OrchidDR · 28 October 2009, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lol-x

I suggest the Sub LV, you can't go wrong

Welcome

That is a SHARP watch! You don't see too many green ones here in Tampa. How's the market for finding one reasonably priced?

Art 1 · 28 October 2009, 11:19 AM

The LV Sub, Milgauss is nice and different.

dalip · 28 October 2009, 11:21 AM

soooo many choices in your price range...good luck!!!!

Kevin Mac · 28 October 2009, 11:29 AM

Quick response, Get a GMT (SS) just to wear, get a Sub (blu TT) for the heck, get a Daytona, (just to be "cool") then get a GMT II C to wear everyday. Selll any Gold thing (watch) it'll make you look and feel OLD (geezer). So, not so quick, aw heck. Also keep a yachtmaster in the drawer, ( hey, never know when the club will call??) Good luck, these are nice timepieces, I'll keep mine. K

Nick1959 · 28 October 2009, 11:52 AM

Good Luck in your pursuit. Hope you will find whatever you are looking for soon.

OrchidDR · 28 October 2009, 11:56 AM

That's why I sold my Pearl White 1999 Cadillac Deville Sedan after less than 2 years of driving it - wife told me I looked like an OLD GUY. Sweeeet car, but yeppers - old guy car!

23 October 2009, 07:27 AM	#1
OrchidDR "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Tampa, FL, USA Watch: TT GMT II Posts: 1,321	Time to own a Rolex! Quest begins (Tampa, FL) It is my opinion that in a man’s (or woman’s) life there are certain milestones that should be met. I believe owning a Rolex is one of those milestones and that is why I joined this group today. I’m on a quest to purchase my first Rolex! I’m also wise enough to know that the knowledge and experiences of this group will aid me greatly in achieving that quest and hopefully save me a fair amount of money. My present watch, a Krieger Tidal Chronometer I’ve had for twenty years and has served me well; but the time has come! So here I am, canvassing this group for comments, suggestions, and recommendations for my first Rolex. Thank you very much, Steve Davis Islands, Tampa, FL

24 October 2009, 01:24 AM	#3
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,723	Go, Steve, go!! Good luck in your search, dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

26 October 2009, 06:29 AM	#10
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,183	My thoughts exactly... Welcome Steve.... __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

27 October 2009, 03:26 PM	#12
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,903	Welcome to TRF Steve......Good luck on that search for a Rolex!!!!! Enjoy the site and please post some pics when you pull the trigger..... Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

27 October 2009, 04:25 PM	#13
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,228	I suggest the Sub LV, you can't go wrong Welcome __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

24 October 2009, 01:21 AM	#2
BigJim Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: NY Watch: Looking for one! Posts: 28	Welcome Steve! My first Rolex was an 80's Oyster Precision 6694.

24 October 2009, 05:30 AM	#6
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	Get the new SS Sub(2010) or SS GMT

24 October 2009, 11:24 AM	#7
OrchidDR "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Tampa, FL, USA Watch: TT GMT II Posts: 1,321	With a son in college (sophomore) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) I'm looking at used vs brand new! I'm a patient fishermen and I'm going to be a patient Rolex buyer. What do you think?

24 October 2009, 12:47 PM	#8
Evergreen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: W. Washington Watch: Blancpain FF norad Posts: 203	I think a nice stainless steel datejust would be ideal for a first purchase. Do your research, and Im sure you will find one that you love. I recently picked up an explorer II. They are reasonably priced used, and a joy to wear.

24 October 2009, 10:26 PM	#9
OrchidDR "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Tampa, FL, USA Watch: TT GMT II Posts: 1,321	Evergreen, I'm spoiled! I'm wanting the 16613 or 16713 or 16610LV or.... Along those lines, I'm thinking with $3-5K I should be able to pick up a gem of a watch in the next three-six months.

27 October 2009, 06:13 AM	#11
OrchidDR "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Tampa, FL, USA Watch: TT GMT II Posts: 1,321	Thanks "Rags"...life is too short to compromise on my (legal) desires and wants!

28 October 2009, 03:48 AM	#14
Warnsboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: Midwest-USA Watch: 5513 Posts: 1,942	Welcome Steve Steve: Welcome, I am also a new member and just finished my quest in September. This is a great group of guys. My first Rolex: Picture%20003.jpg Warnsboy

28 October 2009, 04:54 AM	#16
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,055	Welcome to TRF. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

28 October 2009, 11:19 AM	#18
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	The LV Sub, Milgauss is nice and different.

28 October 2009, 11:21 AM	#19
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	soooo many choices in your price range...good luck!!!! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

28 October 2009, 11:29 AM	#20
Kevin Mac Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: So. Cal Posts: 35	Quick response, Get a GMT (SS) just to wear, get a Sub (blu TT) for the heck, get a Daytona, (just to be "cool") then get a GMT II C to wear everyday. Selll any Gold thing (watch) it'll make you look and feel OLD (geezer). So, not so quick, aw heck. Also keep a yachtmaster in the drawer, ( hey, never know when the club will call??) Good luck, these are nice timepieces, I'll keep mine. K

28 October 2009, 11:52 AM	#21
Nick1959 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: New York Watch: Rolex DSSD Posts: 558	Good Luck in your pursuit. Hope you will find whatever you are looking for soon. __________________ Regards, Nick Rolex Oyster Perpetual, DSSD,TT GMT IIC Daytona SS Breitling Chronomat CX 20000 Swiss Military,Longine Grande

28 October 2009, 11:56 AM	#22
OrchidDR "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Tampa, FL, USA Watch: TT GMT II Posts: 1,321	That's why I sold my Pearl White 1999 Cadillac Deville Sedan after less than 2 years of driving it - wife told me I looked like an OLD GUY. Sweeeet car, but yeppers - old guy car!

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