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LFFL · 18 June 2022, 09:11 AM

I've been waiting for the call on a 36mm SS Explorer. Today I was offered the TT but kindly declined since I hadn't even considered it as an option previously.

Now that i've had a chance to take a closer look at photos posted on TRF along with some YT videos, i'm second guessing myself. Though it seems a bit difficult to depict the watch from photos and videos (than in the flesh), it looks like a beautiful piece-- msrp @10.8k is a bit more than I was willing to spend, did I make a mistake with declining the offer?

jarecki · 18 June 2022, 09:16 AM

Here we go now with all the threads “Did I make a mistake to decline…”

If you don’t love it, don’t buy - simple as that to me.

jsobral · 18 June 2022, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LFFL

I've been waiting for the call on a 36mm SS Explorer. Today I was offered the TT but kindly declined since I hadn't even considered it as an option previously.

Now that i've had a chance to take a closer look at photos posted on TRF along with some YT videos, i'm second guessing myself. Though it seems a bit difficult to depict the watch from photos and videos (than in the flesh), it looks like a beautiful piece-- msrp @10.8k is a bit more than I was willing to spend, did I make a mistake with declining the offer?

I don't really like that watch at all, I think you made the right call, specially if the watch wasn't what you expected.

htrap2294 · 18 June 2022, 09:16 AM

It's only a mistake if you felt like you made a mistake. Watches are largely personal opinions. If it speaks to you, grab it. If it is nice, but not something you think you are okay to wear on a daily basis...then maybe skip it.

Did you make it known that you are looking for the SS version and did you say why you dislike the TT variation?

inadeje · 18 June 2022, 09:23 AM

You made the right choice unless you’re female, if so it would make a nice datejust replacement in TT at 36

LFFL · 18 June 2022, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by jarecki

Here we go now with all the threads “Did I make a mistake to decline…”

If you don’t love it, don’t buy - simple as that to me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by htrap2294

It's only a mistake if you felt like you made a mistake. Watches are largely personal opinions. If it speaks to you, grab it. If it is nice, but not something you think you are okay to wear on a daily basis...then maybe skip it.

Did you make it known that you are looking for the SS version and did you say why you dislike the TT variation?

To be fair it just wasn't on my radar or something I had even considered before committing to the SS like I had mentioned. Maybe I should have requested to come in and see it in person then decide. With me passing, i'm sure it'll end up in the hands of someone that has been wanting that particular reference.

Nepats81 · 18 June 2022, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LFFL

I've been waiting for the call on a 36mm SS Explorer. Today I was offered the TT but kindly declined since I hadn't even considered it as an option previously.

Now that i've had a chance to take a closer look at photos posted on TRF along with some YT videos, i'm second guessing myself. Though it seems a bit difficult to depict the watch from photos and videos (than in the flesh), it looks like a beautiful piece-- msrp @10.8k is a bit more than I was willing to spend, did I make a mistake with declining the offer?

Should you have gone in and looked at it? Maybe.

But SS is the way to go with the explorer. If you want TT save up for a Rootbeer or bluesy

rolexonlywatch · 18 June 2022, 09:58 AM

Big mistake! You should’ve bought it even if you don’t like it.

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Apheaven · 18 June 2022, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by rolexonlywatch

Big mistake! You should’ve bought it even if you don’t like it.

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saltyandwet · 18 June 2022, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by jarecki

Here we go now with all the threads “Did I make a mistake to decline…”

If you don’t love it, don’t buy - simple as that to me.

Calm down. He just said he's having 2nd thoughts after looking at pics. Don't bite the guy's head off. This is but just a forum, not a criminal court.

Jpccarguy · 18 June 2022, 10:23 AM

I think you go with your gut… if the TT wasn’t on your wishlist, you pass. Very simple.

Danny83 · 18 June 2022, 10:38 AM

I get it offered weekly lol

Andad · 18 June 2022, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jarecki

Here we go now with all the threads “Did I make a mistake to decline…”

If you don’t love it, don’t buy - simple as that to me.

X2.

It is an excellent design and I would have checked it out very closely at 40mm.

CarlOver · 18 June 2022, 10:45 AM

$3950 price difference. Could be a nice watch to put on leather strap I’d the gold is too much for you today. Then in 10 or 15 years you can put the original bracelet back on.

Turbo Racer · 18 June 2022, 12:48 PM

I think you did the right thing. Hold out for what you want. Especially, if it’s something more than what you’re budgeted for.

macloud · 18 June 2022, 02:34 PM

I don’t think it’s a mistake,, you were not sure about the watch and if you would love it.

Seddyspaghetti · 18 June 2022, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by rolexonlywatch

big mistake! You should’ve bought it even if you don’t like it.

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+1

alphadweller · 19 June 2022, 01:11 AM

It wasn't the one you wanted. You did well.

rolexjackson · 19 June 2022, 01:14 AM

Hard pass for me you made the right choice.

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Harry-57 · 19 June 2022, 01:15 AM

You know you didn't want it because you didn't buy it. 10.8K for something you didn't want would have been a mistake.

brandrea · 19 June 2022, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Harry-57

You know you didn't want it because you didn't buy it. 10.8K for something you didn't want would have been a mistake.

Exactly

Back in the day these type of decisions were a non factor. The other reference would have been in the display case

CA_Harry · 19 June 2022, 01:31 AM

I see you're in CA, was this an AD in Brea? I'm waiting for the same call and was also offered the TT yesterday via text lol

Oxfordian · 19 June 2022, 01:45 AM

Buy the watch you want not what the AD shoves under your nose, unless of course you are easily swayed, have unlimited funds, or just can’t say no.

Seriously, the only person who can answer your dilemma is you.

JayHantz · 19 June 2022, 02:06 AM

I think you're fine, you didn't want it until the thought of owning it was there. Get what you want, not what you think you may want.

kits73 · 19 June 2022, 02:08 AM

You made the right call.

~JJ · 19 June 2022, 02:39 AM

Lol, why would anyone spend 10k for a watch they don’t want?? Gotta build that relationship to get box and paper, bro… #badadvice.

Mcmak · 19 June 2022, 02:48 AM

To me you made no mistake because it wasn't in your plans and the $$$ was more than your budget for the watch, would move on.

Emery · 19 June 2022, 04:02 AM

Worth checking out in person if you’re on the fence - it’s a beautiful reference.

jfmiii · 19 June 2022, 04:09 AM

You made the right choice. That watch is hideous.

Vesper Lynd · 19 June 2022, 04:20 AM

No, you didn't make a mistake.

18 June 2022, 09:11 AM	#1
LFFL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Submarine Posts: 376	Got the call, but kindly declined I've been waiting for the call on a 36mm SS Explorer. Today I was offered the TT but kindly declined since I hadn't even considered it as an option previously. Now that i've had a chance to take a closer look at photos posted on TRF along with some YT videos, i'm second guessing myself. Though it seems a bit difficult to depict the watch from photos and videos (than in the flesh), it looks like a beautiful piece-- msrp @10.8k is a bit more than I was willing to spend, did I make a mistake with declining the offer?

18 June 2022, 09:16 AM	#2
jarecki "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: U.S. and A. Watch: it. Posts: 362	Here we go now with all the threads “Did I make a mistake to decline…” If you don’t love it, don’t buy - simple as that to me. __________________ Audemars Piguet \| Panerai \| Rolex \| Omega \| Casio

18 June 2022, 09:16 AM	#4
htrap2294 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Parth Location: Los Angeles & SD Watch: 16613LB Posts: 577	It's only a mistake if you felt like you made a mistake. Watches are largely personal opinions. If it speaks to you, grab it. If it is nice, but not something you think you are okay to wear on a daily basis...then maybe skip it. Did you make it known that you are looking for the SS version and did you say why you dislike the TT variation? __________________ Currently own: 16613LB, 214270, 126610LV

18 June 2022, 09:23 AM	#5
inadeje 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,568	You made the right choice unless you’re female, if so it would make a nice datejust replacement in TT at 36 __________________ ♛ 116689 ♛ 116500LN Blk ♛ 116500LN Wht ♛ Sky Dweller 326934-003 ♛ 126710BLNR ♛ 126710BLRO - ♛ 126610LV ♛ 16520 ♛ 16523 ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1A-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Fiddy 127, Bronzo 671, 687, 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Daniel Roth Endurer Chronosprint, Cartier Santos XL - ✿ Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze M79012M, Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

19 June 2022, 01:45 AM	#23
Oxfordian "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Martin Location: England Watch: 124060 Submariner Posts: 2,871	Buy the watch you want not what the AD shoves under your nose, unless of course you are easily swayed, have unlimited funds, or just can’t say no. Seriously, the only person who can answer your dilemma is you. __________________ Martin Small Rolex, Omega, Seiko and Oris Collection

18 June 2022, 09:58 AM	#8
rolexonlywatch Banned Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Ray Location: US Watch: DJ2 41mm Winbledon Posts: 146	Big mistake! You should’ve bought it even if you don’t like it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 June 2022, 10:23 AM	#11
Jpccarguy 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: In the Present Posts: 1,018	I think you go with your gut… if the TT wasn’t on your wishlist, you pass. Very simple.

18 June 2022, 10:38 AM	#12
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,166	I get it offered weekly lol

18 June 2022, 10:45 AM	#14
CarlOver "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: US Posts: 1,919	$3950 price difference. Could be a nice watch to put on leather strap I’d the gold is too much for you today. Then in 10 or 15 years you can put the original bracelet back on.

18 June 2022, 12:48 PM	#15
Turbo Racer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: USA Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 1,027	I think you did the right thing. Hold out for what you want. Especially, if it’s something more than what you’re budgeted for.

18 June 2022, 02:34 PM	#16
macloud "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: USA Posts: 98	I don’t think it’s a mistake,, you were not sure about the watch and if you would love it.

19 June 2022, 01:11 AM	#18
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 5,908	It wasn't the one you wanted. You did well.

19 June 2022, 01:14 AM	#19
rolexjackson 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: Jackson Location: USA Watch: Sub, GMT, Daytona Posts: 2,211	Hard pass for me you made the right choice. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 June 2022, 01:15 AM	#20
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 9,678	You know you didn't want it because you didn't buy it. 10.8K for something you didn't want would have been a mistake.

19 June 2022, 01:31 AM	#22
CA_Harry "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1	I see you're in CA, was this an AD in Brea? I'm waiting for the same call and was also offered the TT yesterday via text lol

19 June 2022, 02:06 AM	#24
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,842	I think you're fine, you didn't want it until the thought of owning it was there. Get what you want, not what you think you may want.

19 June 2022, 02:08 AM	#25
kits73 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Chicago Posts: 97	You made the right call.

19 June 2022, 02:39 AM	#26
~JJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Chicago Watch: explorer Posts: 2,131	Lol, why would anyone spend 10k for a watch they don’t want?? Gotta build that relationship to get box and paper, bro… #badadvice.

19 June 2022, 02:48 AM	#27
Mcmak Banned Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: USA Watch: 116520,126710BLRO Posts: 115	To me you made no mistake because it wasn't in your plans and the $$$ was more than your budget for the watch, would move on.

19 June 2022, 04:02 AM	#28
Emery "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Aus Posts: 403	Worth checking out in person if you’re on the fence - it’s a beautiful reference.

19 June 2022, 04:09 AM	#29
jfmiii "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16750/16800/126710 Posts: 1,400	You made the right choice. That watch is hideous.

19 June 2022, 04:20 AM	#30
Vesper Lynd Banned Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: Europe Posts: 794	No, you didn't make a mistake.

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