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Old 26 May 2014, 09:17 PM   #31
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Cool watch, and an even cooler wife. Congrats !

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Old 26 May 2014, 10:58 PM   #32
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Old 26 May 2014, 11:18 PM   #33
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Those are keepers, both the wife and the PP.
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Old 26 May 2014, 11:25 PM   #34
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I know we all love our watches for the micro-mechanical marvels they are. But how awesome is it when you have a wonderful story to go along with it. Imagine how much more special this watch will be to the OPs children when he one day passes it down. Now that is what I love about watch collecting!!
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Old 26 May 2014, 11:43 PM   #35
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Excellent story! Congrats and happy birthday!
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Old 27 May 2014, 12:49 AM   #36
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what an awesome birthday story. Congratulations..
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Old 27 May 2014, 01:13 AM   #37
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Old 27 May 2014, 04:15 AM   #38
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Great watch and wonderful lady. Congrats.
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Old 27 May 2014, 04:28 AM   #39
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Great story, congratulations!!
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Old 27 May 2014, 04:49 AM   #40
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Love that story
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Old 27 May 2014, 05:58 AM   #41
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Old 27 May 2014, 07:42 AM   #42
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Congratulations and happy 40th! Love the story!!!
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Old 27 May 2014, 07:50 AM   #43
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Brilliant story. Classy watch


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Old 27 May 2014, 09:05 AM   #44
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Great story.

Now the watch means a little more because of how it was acquired. Enjoy!
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Old 27 May 2014, 09:55 AM   #45
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Really nice story. Thanks for that. Just copied your post and emailed it to the wife. Hope she gets the hint! Cheers
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Old 27 May 2014, 10:25 AM   #46
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I'm a little late... Congrats and happy birthday!!!
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Old 27 May 2014, 10:40 AM   #47
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Congrats and nice watch :)
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Old 27 May 2014, 10:46 AM   #48
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Great story about long term commitments! Thanks for being kind enough to share it.


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Old 27 May 2014, 11:18 AM   #49
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Major congrats and happy belated
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Old 27 May 2014, 11:21 AM   #50
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Congratulations and a happy 40th !
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Old 27 May 2014, 11:37 AM   #51
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Awesome story. I need to show my wife this post. Hopefully, this will give her ideas on what to get for my 40th bday gift.

Happy birthday!


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Old 27 May 2014, 01:06 PM   #52
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A joyous birthday indeed! Congratulations!!
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Old 27 May 2014, 01:22 PM   #53
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Old 27 May 2014, 02:38 PM   #54
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Utterly fantastic ruse by your wife. But how on earth was she able to hide such a large purchase? That is the story I want to hear.
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Old 27 May 2014, 03:01 PM   #55
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Nice story and great wife 8) on nice and simple taste. Just beautiful. I always thought of owning one for myself. I will someday 8). Congrats!!!
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Old 27 May 2014, 03:26 PM   #56
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That's a great story... I am sure this watch will always hold a special place in your heart!
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Old 27 May 2014, 03:27 PM   #57
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Great read. Thank you for sharing with everyone.

I've noticed that the journey towards a Patek often has a great story - normally involving perseverance, will power/hard work, luck, and love.
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Old 27 May 2014, 03:28 PM   #58
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Love this story! Happy 40th and a huge congrats on the Patek. Very, very thoughtful of your wife
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Old 27 May 2014, 05:56 PM   #59
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Congratulations on your 40th birthday, that's an amazing birthday gift.

My 5119 says hi.

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Old 27 May 2014, 11:43 PM   #60
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Fantastic story!

Congrats and happy belated birthday!
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