LOST MY 15400ST Ruthenium!!!!!

[Rags2Rolex]

Ouch..SOrry for your loss, Great advice so far from other posts, When Traveling I rarely carry any valuable watches with me, sounds like you have multiple expensive watches on the trip, huge no no for me personally. Also, Id insure the watch same day or next morning on any luxury time piece, the piece of mind is priceless. I think you need a good travel watch that's under 3K that is insured. Good Luck.

[V25V]

Originally Posted by Rags2Rolex

Also, Id insure the watch same day or next morning on any luxury time piece, the piece of mind is priceless.

I absolutely will never be able to understand why people do not do this. More money than brains or too much money to not GAF. I have mine on my policy literally hours, if not immediately, within acquisition. Why not?



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[jbk45]

Originally Posted by V25V

I absolutely will never be able to understand why people do not do this. More money than brains or too much money to not GAF. I have mine on my policy literally hours, if not immediately, within acquisition. Why not?



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It’s neither as I am not wealthy by any means nor an idiot. I’m relatively new to watches at this price point, have never experienced anything like this before and insuring the watch wasn’t something that came immediately to mind for me. After this experience, it’s a lesson learned and it most certainly will in the future.

But thanks for your contribution - it was really helpful. Have a wonderful holiday.

[RolexZen]

Originally Posted by V25V

I absolutely will never be able to understand why people do not do this. More money than brains or too much money to not GAF.

Originally Posted by jbk45

It’s neither as I am not wealthy by any means nor an idiot. I’m relatively new to watches at this price point, have never experienced anything like this before and insuring the watch wasn’t something that came immediately to mind for me.

I don’t think V25V is calling you an idiot, but I think your last sentence could actually translate to “more money than brains”. I’m sorry these two recent watch incidents happened to you, but you did make mistakes that most people spending this kind of money would instinctively avoid. It is probably best that you follow your plan to take a break from luxury watches.

[jbk45]

Originally Posted by RolexZen

I don’t think V25V is calling you an idiot, but I think your last sentence could actually translate to “more money than brains”. I’m sorry these two recent watch incidents happened to you, but you did make mistakes that most people spending this kind of money would instinctively avoid. It is probably best that you follow your plan to take a break from luxury watches.

To equate inexperience with “more money then brains” is a little insulting and off base, even if that wasn’t the intent. But it’s neither here nor there at this point. As I stated in my original post, I don’t need to be lectured or admonished or told that I have more money than brains - it’s just not helpful, I’ve spent more than enough time reflecting on the situation. I have gotten a lot of helpful advice from many who chimed in and am appreciative. I’ve had a lot on my plate the last few months and in reflection realize i kind of got lost in this hobby as an escape from some other things that have been hard. There’s no doubt my judgement was impacted as a result. Costly lessons I am learning this season, no doubt.

[Leftyman]

You got scammed with your Daytona? Who?

[watchtabs]

Originally Posted by V25V

I absolutely will never be able to understand why people do not do this. More money than brains or too much money to not GAF. I have mine on my policy literally hours, if not immediately, within acquisition. Why not?



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I need some guidance with this. Would you mind posting a short guide on this? How you do it, insurance, etc?

I have a lot on watches and do not have anything insured.

[breitlings]

Originally Posted by V25V

I absolutely will never be able to understand why people do not do this. More money than brains or too much money to not GAF. I have mine on my policy literally hours, if not immediately, within acquisition. Why not?



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Some people are high risk. Where is the seemingly perpetual JM won't insure me thread when you need it?

[ashbaug2]

Originally Posted by breitlings

Some people are high risk. Where is the seemingly perpetual JM won't insure me thread when you need it?

They (JM) denied me for an arbitrary reason (one credit account open less than 6 months even though my 3 CC's carried 0 balance and high credit score). I ended up going through USAA, but still, it happens.

[shakory]

Originally Posted by V25V

I absolutely will never be able to understand why people do not do this. More money than brains or too much money to not GAF. I have mine on my policy literally hours, if not immediately, within acquisition. Why not?



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[jbk45]

Originally Posted by Rags2Rolex

Ouch..SOrry for your loss, Great advice so far from other posts, When Traveling I rarely carry any valuable watches with me, sounds like you have multiple expensive watches on the trip, huge no no for me personally. Also, Id insure the watch same day or next morning on any luxury time piece, the piece of mind is priceless. I think you need a good travel watch that's under 3K that is insured. Good Luck.

Fair points - but I’ve been traveling with my watches for years - sometimes 2-3 depending on where i am traveling. In this case, I was headed home and thought the AP would be nice for a family night out this holiday week. I’ve always traveled with my watches on my person and have never had a single issue. That this would happen for the first time with the crown jewel of my collection a mere 3 weeks after acquiring it from the boutique is just beyond my comprehension.

[np2016]

I would contact AP and let them know it's lost and give them the serial number. The airport should have cameras everywhere outside from the moment you arrive and inside which should help track it down if it just fell out of your bag. That really sucks hopefully you can get you AP back.

[jbk45]

Originally Posted by np2016

I would contact AP and let them know it's lost and give them the serial number. The airport should have cameras everywhere outside from the moment you arrive and inside which should help track it down if it just fell out of your bag. That really sucks hopefully you can get you AP back.

I’ve already contacted AP so they can flag the serial in their system. I am hoping the cameras will have caught it, too. Unfortunately, i need to wait until a detective is assigned to my case before the footage is reviewed - by the time this happens, god knows where my watch will be.

[CoveWatch]

So sorry to hear this.. I really do hate stories like this and I have also had my share of stolen watches so I always insure almost immediately now. Hope you somehow find your watch.

[vman]

JBK, don’t pay attention to the negativity brought up here. Lots of people are brave and smart until something hits them. Just human nature I guess. Bad times, in my experience, do not last. You will swim out, and I am sure if that.

Folks, let’s be civil here. No need to be negative. Let’s help the brother out.

[holdtime]

Originally Posted by vman

JBK, don’t pay attention to the negativity brought up here. Lots of people are brave and smart until something hits them. Just human nature I guess. Bad times, in my experience, do not last. You will swim out, and I am sure if that.

Folks, let’s be civil here. No need to be negative. Let’s help the brother out.

+ One.

[galtinuk]

Originally Posted by vman

JBK, don’t pay attention to the negativity brought up here. Lots of people are brave and smart until something hits them. Just human nature I guess. Bad times, in my experience, do not last. You will swim out, and I am sure if that.

Folks, let’s be civil here. No need to be negative. Let’s help the brother out.

This...well said

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[conkers]

Very sorry to hear indeed.

[RolexZen]

OP, no one is trying to insult you, or even lecture you. I think you came here looking for sympathy and advice on what you can do to increase your chances of recovering your watch, and you received both. I think you know that recovery is a long shot at this point, so you definitely have my sympathy.

But those of us who have mentioned insurance are trying to help. Don’t listen if you feel we are lecturing you, but we’re trying to help others who may not have thought about insurance.

For non-OP readers:
If the financial loss of one of your watches would be devastating to you, then get them insured. It’s worth it! Ironically, I am traveling at this very moment with an AP and an Omega, and while I am being very carefully with these two watches, I have peace of mind knowing they are both fully insured.

[whan]

For insurance, as a quick guide you can go one of two ways - either you can add it on as a supplemental policy to your homeowners/renters insurance or you can go third party that specializes in jewelry insurance. I personally do third party through jewelers mutual. Haven't had to make a claim with them so cant speak to that, but the steps to apply are pretty simple. Usually just need to just provide documentation of your purchase price, a picture of the watch on a provided background image you print out to verify you actually own the watch, and fill out a questionnaire about how often you wear / how you store it.

Cost is pretty minimal IMO for the peace of mind of being able to wear it whenever and however you want IMO. For my BLNR it was 105 per year to insure. My now 15450 and tudor BB are 200 combined per year to insure.

[Helmi]

Really sorry for the loss. I hope you will get your watch back. The only thing I can advice is to post on Instagram "stolen watches". May be someone spots it and notify you.

[myporsche]

Sorry for the loss, I hope it works out. Between this and your Daytona incident maybe it is fair to say you should take a break from this hobby, it seems to be causing you more heartache than happiness. I wonder what the conclusion was of the Daytona incident? Anyways - Good luck.

[V25V]

For all who do not insure, I have a question. Why did you think the AD/Boutique or even gray gives you an appraisal at time of purchase? We insure cars which depreciate like rocks but silly enough to not insure a watch, which in many cases has a higher value than a car and holds its value better? Sorry for being a jerk but this was always just common sense to me. And we aren't talking about 5k datejusts here in this particular sub forum either, so even more mind boggling.

I feel like we see these types of stories way more than we should given the types of people you would expect to be here buying $20k+ watches. It really is just bizarre to me and hope we stop seeing these threads, getting them insured is very easy and inexpensive given what we are spending on these pieces.


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[Gh0st0]

Originally Posted by V25V

For all who do not insure, I have a question. Why did you think the AD/Boutique or even gray gives you an appraisal at time of purchase? We insure cars which depreciate like rocks but silly enough to not insure a watch, which in many cases has a higher value than a car and holds its value better? Sorry for being a jerk but this was always just common sense to me. And we aren't talking about 5k datejusts here in this particular sub forum either, so even more mind boggling.

I feel like we see these types of stories way more than we should given the types of people you would expect to be here buying $20k+ watches. It really is just bizarre to me and hope we stop seeing these threads, getting them insured is very easy and inexpensive given what we are spending on these pieces.


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Good point, I know insuring doesn’t always come into scope. If you’re married, you probably insure the ring, why not the watch

[Widows Son]

Originally Posted by V25V

For all who do not insure, I have a question. Why did you think the AD/Boutique or even gray gives you an appraisal at time of purchase? We insure cars which depreciate like rocks but silly enough to not insure a watch, which in many cases has a higher value than a car and holds its value better? Sorry for being a jerk but this was always just common sense to me. And we aren't talking about 5k datejusts here in this particular sub forum either, so even more mind boggling.

I feel like we see these types of stories way more than we should given the types of people you would expect to be here buying $20k+ watches. It really is just bizarre to me and hope we stop seeing these threads, getting them insured is very easy and inexpensive given what we are spending on these pieces.


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I'm sure there are people on this forum that could lose a watch of that value and not think twice!!! It would be like me losing $100.00. Or maybe they've had so many claims in the past that they can't get insurance. Some may choose not to have insurance and roll the dice. When I travel by plane, I bring one watch, the one I'm wearing.

[V25V]

Originally Posted by Widows Son

I'm sure there are people on this forum that could lose a watch of that value and not think twice!!! It would be like me losing $100.00. Or maybe they've had so many claims in the past that they can't get insurance. Some may choose not to have insurance and roll the dice. When I travel by plane, I bring one watch, the one I'm wearing.

Totally agree and fits the category I mentioned above of having too much money to GAF. I get that but if you are that person, you wouldn't come in here whining about having it lost/stolen. You knew better most likely and didn't care. But those that come in here to talk about it likely do not fit that category and if those are the people, they should clearly be wiser than they are with pennies (in comparison) to insure these watches. Again, just mind boggling either way.


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[Widows Son]

I wouldn't put any faith in surveillance cameras ect. Even if they saw the person taking it, how would they identify him??? He may not even be a passenger, he cold be picking someone up or just someone who hangs around airports. Very sorry this happened, but if I had two watches valued like yours, I'm pretty sure I'd have them insured. Not trying to beat you up here........

[brandrea]

Jason, I'm really sorry to hear this and it's been a tough stretch you're going through for sure.

I have no advice but I hope karma is headed your way and you somehow recover your watch.

Best of luck and stay positive

[np2016]

I got my Patek 5167a and daytona 116500ln insured by jewelers mutual. Super easy to do after the first timepiece is insured through them.

[soundserious]

Do you have a picture of the watch?