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27 February 2020, 04:47 PM | #1 |
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Travel watch; take the Rolex or leave it in the vault and take a cheapo?
I’m leaving for a 10 day family vacation, out of the Country, and I’ve been debating with myself about taking anRolex (or two) or leaving them in the bank vault and wearing a cheap one or Apple Watch. I’m fearful that walking around with a Daytona or GMT or any high visibility wrist candy could attract the wrong people that ultimately mug me or steal it from a hotel. Yet, I’m also telling myself that if I won’t wear it outside of my cocoon, then why own it. Curious on anyone’s prior experiences, words of wisdom and thoughts.
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27 February 2020, 04:50 PM | #2 |
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What country?
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27 February 2020, 05:11 PM | #3 |
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Iceland
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27 February 2020, 05:16 PM | #4 |
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You'll be fine in Iceland
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27 February 2020, 05:16 PM | #5 |
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I'd take a Rolex to Iceland, no problem.
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27 February 2020, 05:18 PM | #6 |
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I'd be more wary of someone stealing it thru the airport security in the US !!
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27 February 2020, 05:20 PM | #7 |
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27 February 2020, 05:23 PM | #8 |
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27 February 2020, 05:29 PM | #9 |
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Iceland is not even close to being dangerous or risky
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27 February 2020, 06:45 PM | #10 |
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Iceland is safe, but cold.
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27 February 2020, 07:37 PM | #11 |
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FYI I have a travel case (watch pod) and before I go thru security, I placed my watch in the case and in my bag/backpack. I do that because one time I forgot my watch was on the bin in my haste that I pulled my jacket on which I laid my watch. The timepiece dropped on the floor, dinging the case. Just for your consideration if the airport transit is your concern.
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+1 Iceland is safe. Wear in the extremes - cold tundra and in the baths. You’ll have a story for us and your grandkids. Cheers Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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27 February 2020, 07:46 PM | #13 |
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The dodgiest bar in Iceland will probably be safer than your bank vault in the U.S.
Traveling to other non-developing world countries (where I'd feel obtuse wearing something of such value) I would always be reluctant to wear a Rolex due to the recognition the brand receives, however I still like to wear nice watches. Most other watches, except perhaps Royal Oaks and Nautiluses will not attract the attention of most people. For me, a Grand Seiko GMT is perfect for traveling. Real watch fans will strike up a conversation still, but everyone else will only see a Seiko. Useful complication, can straddle formal and casual occasions reasonable well, and has 100m water resistance meaning you don't have to take it off while swimming etc. Enjoy your trip. |
27 February 2020, 07:48 PM | #14 |
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I would take the watch you like best. Especially in Iceland.
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27 February 2020, 07:54 PM | #15 |
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