Undeclared incoming?

[kieselguhr]

If it gets mentioned in this thread, it no longer counts as “undeclared”

[Johnny Crystal]

I enjoy seeing watches in real life and not the Rolex website. I’m happy for others and since no one uses their real name it’s not bragging

[rmlovett1]

Originally Posted by Patton250

Yes a 116518LN YG Daytona Oyster Flex w/black dial. You have to post a PM.

I agree! I tried to post congrats on every single incoming… Don’t know how I missed this one. Big congrats, love that one!

[Calatrava r]

I got a lot new stuff this year and really only post pictures when its of interest in a thread.

[KatGirl]

Sometimes I do, sometimes I don’t. Today I ordered an Apple Watch 6 cellular edition. Figured you guys wouldn’t care to here about an Apple Watch. I’m psyched though. I will wear it on one wrist and a mechanical watch on the other.

[-dustin]

I just grabbed a blue SkyD a couple weeks ago. We know what they look like, so no need to post it.

[mmalek1]

I occasionally do because I want to share the excitement I have with others that have a similar appreciation for watch collecting.

[Tommy Smokeshow]

me actually i was able to pick up a 126600 43 from an AD last tuesday but didnt bother to post just letting my mom enjoy the watch first then ill wear it after she gets bored this happens all the time when i get a new watch she likes expensive shinny things :)

[sunnygps]

My last 2 watches bought in August and September, respectively were not posted by me. I usually do and for some reason, I never got to it.

[Patton250]

Originally Posted by -dustin

I just grabbed a blue SkyD a couple weeks ago. We know what they look like, so no need to post it.

Oh man you should post that. It’s exceptional.

[Patton250]

Pictures of watches, any watches will never get boring to me. I’d love to see everyone’s. They always look different on different people.

[NachoNeal]

I like the incoming threads. Do I care that you bought a new watch? No not really. But I like looking at your photos.

[breitlings]

Pics or it didnt happen.

[FHFinster]

Got the new sub on Saturday, didn’t do an incoming post. I did post in a couple of threads, but as normal course not announcement.

I do however love seeing incoming posts. I feel genuine happiness for the new owners.

So you’re not alone brother.


Fin

[Brian Page]

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

Just curious, has anyone got a new watch and not bothered to post about it? I ask because I think it might just have happened to me.. and I don't feel the need to post pics or tell the internet about it. This is not meant to be sarcastic, so don't read it that way.. just curious if it's just me being weird or do you also keep or have you kept any incomings to yourself?

I don't post incomings anymore. It would have to be something really weird to warrant such a thing.

[ROlesorusLEX]

Since July, a new CHNR, a new Yachtmaster, a new Navy Tudor BB58.

But I would personally feel a bit awkward posting an incoming. I'd hate to seem showy, even if this is an enthusiast forum. . .

The CHNR was a double birthday incoming with my son, who received a Flik Flak in blue and green, so that was good fun.

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[garyk]

Originally Posted by Johnny Crystal

I enjoy seeing watches in real life and not the Rolex website. I’m happy for others and since no one uses their real name it’s not bragging

No one uses their real name?!

[SUPERDOC]

I think you're suffering a bit of selection bias...

We're a forum for enthusiasts..

In our real life worlds, we are fully aware of the fact that nobody could possibly care less about our watches.. so this is a magical land of (mostly) like minded individuals who enjoy the camaraderie and can provide an understanding and encouraging response...

It's all in good fun - none of us (I hope) go around doing the same thing in our personal lives ..

to answer the question, the answer is yes.. many of us quietly obtain and don't post, but often we do... but, I sense an element of resentment in the question (possibly complete projection on my part), so I just want to say that I suspect that many of us do it not to show off, or elicit congratulations, but because we just want to share our passion, some very meaningful and deep friendships have been developed from this site..

A connection with someone who I consider one of my most dear friends in the world (although he lives a continent away) was developed from posting a watch that he also has in his collection, it started the initial DM, and almost 9 years later we connect weekly ..

[BumbleB]

Originally Posted by Johnny Crystal

I enjoy seeing watches in real life and not the Rolex website. I’m happy for others and since no one uses their real name it’s not bragging

So your name is not Johnny Crystal?


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[BumbleB]

Originally Posted by SUPERDOC

I think you're suffering a bit of selection bias...

We're a forum for enthusiasts..

In our real life worlds, we are fully aware of the fact that nobody could possibly care less about our watches.. so this is a magical land of (mostly) like minded individuals who enjoy the camaraderie and can provide an understanding and encouraging response...

It's all in good fun - none of us (I hope) go around doing the same thing in our personal lives ..

to answer the question, the answer is yes.. many of us quietly obtain and don't post, but often we do... but, I sense an element of resentment in the question (possibly complete projection on my part), so I just want to say that I suspect that many of us do it not to show off, or elicit congratulations, but because we just want to share our passion, some very meaningful and deep friendships have been developed from this site..

A connection with someone who I consider one of my most dear friends in the world (although he lives a continent away) was developed from posting a watch that he also has in his collection, it started the initial DM, and almost 9 years later we connect weekly ..

I agree.

I’m not going to call my friends or extended family to announce everytime I get a new watch, only one or two friends who are collectors themselves i will i form if I get something I think they might appreciate.

So the forum is a perfect place to share our excitement and enthusiasm about a new addition to the collection with fellow enthusiasts from around the world, without bothering people that don’t share our excitement...


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[walds11]

I agree. I am not one to flaunt stuff. There are many TRF members (and people all over the internet) that love to do this. To each is own.

[Taylorgold]

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

Just curious, has anyone got a new watch and not bothered to post about it? I ask because I think it might just have happened to me.. and I don't feel the need to post pics or tell the internet about it. This is not meant to be sarcastic, so don't read it that way.. just curious if it's just me being weird or do you also keep or have you kept any incomings to yourself?

Yes a lot of people buy watches without posting, this year i have bought some new watches but didn't post, but i feel it's also cool to share when you have something new.

[JParm]

Posts like this are funny to me.

You're on a watch forum, so why create a post about not posting an incoming?

Either share the fruits or your labor...or don't and just read along. Personally, I like to think of this as a forum of friends - thus why I share watches, vacation pics and other interests.

[dmash]

Originally Posted by Chiboy

I would never post a picture of a new car or new watch on Facebook (the only social media account I even have) as I think it would be obnoxious and braggy. But I did post my only new watch of the last 35 years on here, albeit anonymously except for the three or four folks who know who I really am.

If I bought a watch every month, I doubt I would post them all.

If you’re finally in a position to buy a Platona (or any watch at that $ range or above), you deserve to post it. As in my opinion, it’s almost somewhat of a life accomplishment type purchase IMO. Let people celebrate with you

[Knappo 1307]

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

Just curious, has anyone got a new watch and not bothered to post about it? I ask because I think it might just have happened to me.. and I don't feel the need to post pics or tell the internet about it. This is not meant to be sarcastic, so don't read it that way.. just curious if it's just me being weird or do you also keep or have you kept any incomings to yourself?

But you just did...

[Blansky]

I never post my new acquisitions, because I don't want the cops at my door.

[thesharkfactor]

Originally Posted by Knappo 1307

But you just did...

[thesharkfactor]

Originally Posted by Richris1

I agree! I tried to post congrats on every single incoming… Don’t know how I missed this one. Big congrats, love that one!

Ah! So this is how you get to 15000 posts in 5 years. I enjoy looking at incomings of course, but I don’t usually reply..

Last time I posted an incoming was a couple years ago.

I posted a pic of one of my watches recently and got a shock: I received a PM from a guy saying ‘nice house’ and ‘some free advice buddy, turn your gps coordinates (geotags?) off on your iPhone, just as well I’m not a burglar’.
This experience also contributed to my not posting pics as much as I may like too anymore. You just don’t know who is looking at them ?

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

Posts like this are funny to me.

You're on a watch forum, so why create a post about not posting an incoming?

Either share the fruits or your labor...or don't and just read along. Personally, I like to think of this as a forum of friends - thus why I share watches, vacation pics and other interests.

Couldn’t have said it may better my friend

Incomings are one of my favourite topics on this forum. Often, the OP has an interesting story about why the watch is significant to them or what have you. I’m genuinely excited when I see a someone finally land a reference they’ve been after.

To each their own I guess

[rmlovett1]

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

Ah! So this is how you get to 15000 posts in 5 years. I enjoy looking at incomings of course, but I don’t usually reply..

Last time I posted an incoming was a couple years ago.

I posted a pic of one of my watches recently and got a shock: I received a PM from a guy saying ‘nice house’ and ‘some free advice buddy, turn your gps coordinates (geotags?) off on your iPhone, just as well I’m not a burglar’.
This experience also contributed to my not posting pics as much as I may like too anymore. You just don’t know who is looking at them ?

Wow that’s interesting! Yeah… I usually don’t post an incoming here unless it’s something rare or special. (Look for one soon though )
I just like to post a congratulations on the incomings as I know they’re excited, and I think it’s pretty cool for them


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