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Old 19 June 2023, 04:42 AM   #1
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The Father’s Day watch

This is the watch (16660) that started this journey for me. This is the watch that my dad got in 1983. He wore it every day to do everything. Whether he wore it to the office, to build or fix any and everything around the house, or to go sailing, or to a formal occasion, or just hanging around in a casual setting - I always saw the watch on his wrist.

He gave it to me a year or so ago. Rest assured, I will take good care of it.

My folks live across the country, so unfortunately we don’t see them nearly enough - for me or my kids. This year, though, we’re fortunate to have them visiting. It’s a special Father’s Day for sure - all being together!

I wear this watch with gratitude. This watch has extra meaning, extra value - the sentimental kind.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads on TRF.

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Old 19 June 2023, 04:59 AM   #2
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It’s gorgeous. Cherish it.
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Old 19 June 2023, 05:03 AM   #3
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What a beauty!
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Old 19 June 2023, 05:09 AM   #4
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Great back story and a stunning piece congratulations and Happy Father’s Day
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Old 19 June 2023, 05:09 AM   #5
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Beautiful watch! I have similar me worries and story with my 16750.

You have actually inspired me for a change of watches for the day. Not sure why I didn’t think of that sooner with it being my fathers.
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Old 19 June 2023, 05:17 AM   #6
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Good story! ��
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Old 19 June 2023, 06:44 AM   #7
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that is amazing story. Thank you for sharing.

It is a stunning watch too!
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Old 19 June 2023, 08:14 AM   #8
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What a story Stephen, thank you for sharing. Happy Father’s Day
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Old 19 June 2023, 08:22 AM   #9
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Great back story and a stunning piece congratulations and Happy Father’s Day


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that is amazing story. Thank you for sharing.

It is a stunning watch too!


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Beautiful watch! I have similar me worries and story with my 16750.

You have actually inspired me for a change of watches for the day. Not sure why I didn’t think of that sooner with it being my fathers.


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Good story! ��
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What a story Stephen, thank you for sharing. Happy Father’s Day


Thanks guys
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Old 19 June 2023, 08:59 AM   #10
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Beautiful 16660! This is one of my grails, but only a matte dial with painted hour markers..oh and from 1983.
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Old 19 June 2023, 09:02 AM   #11
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Love It! Happy Father's Day my friend!
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Old 19 June 2023, 10:05 AM   #12
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That’s cool . Happy Fathers Day to you two and all .
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Old 19 June 2023, 10:51 AM   #13
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Beautiful 16660! This is one of my grails, but only a matte dial with painted hour markers..oh and from 1983.

Thanks! Wearing this one, I can fully appreciate your specific and precise list of requirements. :)

Make it happen!
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Old 19 June 2023, 10:51 AM   #14
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Love It! Happy Father's Day my friend!

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Old 19 June 2023, 10:52 AM   #15
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Old 19 June 2023, 10:53 AM   #16
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Great heritage piece.
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Old 19 June 2023, 11:24 AM   #17
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Old 19 June 2023, 11:35 AM   #18
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Wonderful story and watch.
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Old 19 June 2023, 11:43 AM   #19
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Very pretty watch! I love my 16600
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Old 19 June 2023, 12:21 PM   #20
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Old 19 June 2023, 12:27 PM   #21
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Old 19 June 2023, 03:03 PM   #22
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Old 19 June 2023, 04:09 PM   #23
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It’s gorgeous. Cherish it.
Very well said! Congrats on being able to put more memories into this piece!

Happy Father’s Day to everyone here on TRF!
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Old 19 June 2023, 07:53 PM   #24
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Old 19 June 2023, 09:08 PM   #25
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Old 19 June 2023, 09:11 PM   #26
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Cool watch, great story.
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Old 19 June 2023, 10:27 PM   #27
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Old 20 June 2023, 12:36 AM   #28
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Lovely story. Thanks for sharing
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Old 20 June 2023, 01:00 AM   #29
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Make it happen!
I found one for sale but it’s 17K
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Old 20 June 2023, 01:49 AM   #30
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