Ode to the Classic Rolex Submariner

[Michaeli Paulo]

Originally Posted by hartenfels

What a great story and told with so much "heart". I was also a fan of 14060 for a long time, but i bought mine (14060M from 2011) only after your great story. Thanks a lot for your great contribution. I hope that you too, my American friends, will soon see a better situation with Covid-19. Stay healthy!

All the best

Heiko

Wow, Heiko, I’m happy that you were inspired to get such a great watch!!! Thank you for your thoughtful message.

Originally Posted by Maiden

Great post thanks for sharing. There is a beautiful simplicity to the submariner that is timeless. Really enjoy my 114060.

Thanks, Maiden!

Originally Posted by Offline99

What a wonderful post. This represents the best of Rolexforums. Thank you!

Thank YOU, Offline!!! Very kind of you to post!!!

Originally Posted by Gwai

That picture is one for the ages. Surely one of the best 'man and his watch' pictures I've ever seen.

Cheers
Marc

Thank you, Marc, for the high compliment!



My admiration for this timeless classic only grows stronger every day.

Thanks again,

Michael

[18078pres]

Great choice and good taste in vehicles ! Do you own a Tacoma or Tundra. I own both !

[Michaeli Paulo]

Originally Posted by 18078pres

Great choice and good taste in vehicles ! Do you own a Tacoma or Tundra. I own both !

In 2001, my wife bought a Tacoma Prerunner, which she loved, but recently, was ready for a new one, so she just got a 2020 Tacoma TRD Off Road.

I have a 2002 Tundra LTD TRD 4x4 that I bought new, imagining it would be my forever vehicle...a classic in the making.

As you know, both the Tacoma and Tundra have “grown” considerably over the years, so what I used to think of as my old “big” Tundra is almost the same size as my wife’s new Tacoma.

But I love my truck and the size is just right for me, while the new ones seem enormous.

I’ve considered going the Tacoma route, (since size-wise it’s similar,) but I’m not thrilled with the 6 cylinder engine. I’m used to the “gitty up and go” of the beefy 4.7 liter V8.

To me, my Tundra is an understated classic beauty! (Like my Submariner!)

[18078pres]

Originally Posted by Michaeli Paulo

In 2001, my wife bought a Tacoma Prerunner, which she loved, but recently, was ready for a new one, so she just got a 2020 Tacoma TRD Off Road.

I have a 2002 Tundra LTD TRD 4x4 that I bought new, imagining it would be my forever vehicle...a classic in the making.

As you know, both the Tacoma and Tundra have “grown” considerably over the years, so what I used to think of as my old “big” Tundra is almost the same size as my wife’s new Tacoma.

But I love my truck and the size is just right for me, while the new ones seem enormous.

I’ve considered going the Tacoma route, (since size-wise it’s similar,) but I’m not thrilled with the 6 cylinder engine. I’m used to the “gitty up and go” of the beefy 4.7 liter V8.

To me, my Tundra is an understated classic beauty! (Like my Submariner!)

Very nice ! !!!! My wife, 15 tacoma rtd sport Me 2019 Tundra trd sport.

[N1KEN]

I'm so glad, I stumbled upon this great thread. Congrats on the watch - you utterly deserve it!

[rfiorito]

Great post!

[Shadow Play]

What a fantastic and well presented post. Thank you for taking the time to post this.

[Nikrnic]

I love this thread. I have to read it everytime I see it...

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[Cambo]

What a great thread. Thanks Michael. Congratulations and thank you for your service.

[BLNR Nairobi]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful story. Thank you and God bless.

[Rick_Nashville]

Originally Posted by Michaeli Paulo

Trusted Seller here (speedy_master1 aka Nima) was offering a 14060M reference from 2011 with the complete package, in mint condition, only one owner, and a “safe queen.” After putting Nima “through the wringer” with tons of questions over a 24 hour period, I bought my dream watch!

Michael, thanks so much for sharing your fantastic story, and thank you for your service. Your personal journey is inspiring. I'm so glad you were able to find a mint condition 14060M. Most (if not all) members here will agree it is an all-around perfect watch, possibly one of the best ever made by Rolex. A few years ago, I too was able to find a 4-liner 14060m from another well-regarded seller here (Takuya). It is truly an outstanding watch and I couldn't be happier with it. Thanks again for sharing some of your 'back story' and for sharing your enthusiasm for this great watch. Kind regards, -Rick.

[andrewjb88]

Great thread! For me the Sub is the classic go to watch, something I hope to get for my 40th in 8 years!

I'd also like a more classic version, really would love a 1680 red but ££££. BB58 is the closest new thing I've found so far.

[RampageWatch]

What a great read - thanks for going to all the effort and sharing your story!


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[Michaeli Paulo]

Thank you, N1KEN, rfiorito, Shadow Play, Nikrnic, Cambo, BLNR Nairobi, Rick_Nashville, andrewjb88, and RampageWatch for reading and taking the time to post your kind replies!

Rick, Nice to hear you also scored a nice 5 digit Submariner and are still enjoying it!

My Submariner remains my daily wearer and only watch. It's been a year and a half and I'm still as happy putting it on each morning as I was when I got it!

Nikrnic, I need to figure out a way to get you some frequent flyer points or something for your visits and warm words in this thread!!! Always great hearing from you!

God bless you all,

Michael

[daveo5]

My 14060M purchased when Rolex first released this model


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[brandrea]

Your story never gets old Michael. Re-reading this brings a smile to my face and a true appreciation for my own Submariner

[28mm]

Michael, THank you for making this thread.

It might be the best thread and post I've ever read on any topic on any forum.

Thank you for your service and the right guy got the right watch for sure!

[AASH]

I enjoyed reading your story, so inspiring and a great supporting wife.

[stark1]

Thanks for reviving this thread. Just read the OP's story for the first time today and enjoyed it through and through. To Mr. Paulo, well done, well worth cherishing, and wear in good health!

[Michaeli Paulo]

Thank you, daveo5, brandrea, 28mm, AASH and stark1 for taking the time to leave a note!

Really glad you all enjoyed the thread!

Michael

[Michaeli Paulo]

Gosh, I am surprised to see that it has been over four years since I got my Submariner!

This fantastic watch is still my "one and only" and I wear it every day.

As you can see, it still looks like the day I bought it. (What you can't see is that it is still as accurate, as well!)

I couldn't be happier with it!



Thanks again for everyone's information and input in helping me obtain this dream watch.

God bless you,

Michael

[spellmanski]

This is the single best thread I have ever read on TRF. Thank you

[Ricky Rolex]

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[Daveh3196]

I can’t believe that I haven’t come across this thread previously. The passion you have for your Submariner is what this forum is all about. So refreshing to read a post that is rare to see in these times of so many people buying the hype, making purchases with the only consideration being future resale value, or trying to impress others.
Thank you for your service and for keeping such an inspirational thread going for so long. May you have many, many more years of enjoying that wonderful timepiece.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Daveh3196

I can’t believe that I haven’t come across this thread previously. The passion you have for your Submariner is what this forum is all about. So refreshing to read a post that is rare to see in these times of so many people buying the hype, making purchases with the only consideration being future resale value, or trying to impress others.
Thank you for your service and for keeping such an inspirational thread going for so long. May you have many, many more years of enjoying that wonderful timepiece.

[HogwldFLTR]

Great thread! I'm definitely a Sub fan but prefer mine in Blue with a date. A bit more pizzaz. The photo is on Duck Key in FL last year when I bought this for a major milestone birthday!!! It's not that I don't like the traditional black, I just like the blue better.

[Cougar1968]

Glad this thread got bumped, it was great to read and is very inspiring!

[Michaeli Paulo]

Thank you Spellmanski, for the very kind compliment and for taking the time to post it.

Ricky Rolex, that's an fine example of the watch I was going to get, (minus the date) before I decided on the five digit. Nice Submariner!

Gosh, Daveh3196, I appreciate your warm message and taking the time to share it.

Brandrea, you've been with this thread from the start! It's so kind of you to keep dropping in over the years!

Thanks HogwldFLTR, your watch certainly has more pizzaz!

Thank you, Cougar1968! I'm really glad you enjoyed it!

It was fun taking a pic of this beauty again, after not having done so for some time. I used to have a smartphone and a dog and would usually be on a dog walk everyday at around 10:00 am, (perfect time for a watch pic!), so I used to take pics all over town with different backdrops. (Which led to my "Zoolander Calendar" thread to show off my watch's versatility!)

A couple years ago, I upgraded to a flip-phone and our dog has since passed on, so my "watch-picture-taking" hobby has gone by the wayside. However, I'll grab my wife's iPhone and snap one every now and then, just to keep my hand in!

Thanks again, guys and God bless you,

Michael

[Gerry62]

Your wonderful and sincere passion for Submariner deserves this book. His own story

[Oldfellow]

Hi Michael,
I read and commented on your first post, and have re read the thread a couple of times since.
Still one of my favorites on TRF.
Keep enjoying that classic Sub.