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Old 30 March 2023, 11:14 AM   #91
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Well done, son.
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:14 AM   #92
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What a great story. Made me shed a tear. Congrats, Paul. I know your mother is very happy with your decision.
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:14 AM   #93
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Great watch! Congrats!
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:20 AM   #94
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Big congrats! Nice story and a fitting tribute to a great Mom.
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:22 AM   #95
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Touching story, huge congrats!
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:23 AM   #96
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Thanks for the back story, Paul. It helps us share in your wonderful "Life is Short" momentous day. The magnificent white gold sub looks fantastic on you! Congratulations!
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:24 AM   #97
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Paul, what a watch! Congrats and enjoy it each and every day.
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:25 AM   #98
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:29 AM   #99
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Beautiful Paul. I live that watch too and soon hope to own such a treasure. Congrats. 🎉
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:29 AM   #100
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Congratulations to you sir!
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:29 AM   #101
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Outstanding!
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:41 AM   #102
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The year is 19blah blah. I am eight years old, my father gives me his hand me down hamilton automatic watch. That day started my passion/fascination/obsession with watches. When I was 14, I bought my first quality watch, a Seiko 6139, for 95 dollars. I purchased my first Rolex the year I earned my Navy Pilot’s wings. Of course, it was a GMT. Since then I have owned Daytonas, Explorers, more GMTs, a Sub, a Sea Dweller, a Datejust etc. I had a two tone a couple times, but never… ever… a solid gold Rolex. It became my grail.

Yellow or rose gold is just not for me. To those of you then own them, they are phenomenal watches and wear them in good health. However I have always been really attracted to White Gold. I looked at the DayDate, but fell in love with the WG Sub when it was released a couple years ago. Of course, I’ll never get one, I can’t afford it. I should just be content with Steel watches.

Last fall, I lost my mother. I am an only child and my father died when I was young so we were very very close. Many times, she made me promise that when she was gone, I would buy myself something nice with the inheritance. She suggested a new car. While she knew of my love for fine watches, she never understood it (let’s face it, non-WiSs rarely do) but since it made me happy, she supported it. “Life is short” she always used to say. I considered a car, but honestly would get more enjoyment from obtaining a Gold Rolex.

This morning, I put on a suit and tie (a tradition whenever I buy a new Rolex), went to the AD and got my grail. I am sure my mother approves, she sees the smile on my face from up in heaven. I am going to have her birthday engraved on the back, and every time I look at it I will think of her.
Great story Paul. Sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. Seems like you had a wonderful relationship with you Mom. Enjoy the watch in good health and remember all the great memories.
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:45 AM   #103
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:53 AM   #104
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Great story, thanks for sharing! Congrats!
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:55 AM   #105
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Really happy for you. Pure class. Congratulations!
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:55 AM   #106
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Beautiful story and will deserved.

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Old 30 March 2023, 11:55 AM   #107
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:56 AM   #108
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Congrats Paul!
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Old 30 March 2023, 11:59 AM   #109
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Beautiful story.
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:04 PM   #110
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:05 PM   #111
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Paul, That is a great and touching story. Congrats on the awesome watch.
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:10 PM   #112
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Congrats, Paul! Glad you got your grail!
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:14 PM   #113
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Thanks for sharing the story and the pix. May you wear it in the best of health & enjoy the memories it brings.
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:16 PM   #114
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Looks great! White gold is classy! You will think of your mother when you look at it.
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:21 PM   #115
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Good for you, and God bless. A car will last what? Eight, nine, ten years? Your grail is for life. What a wonderful story and tribute.
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:24 PM   #116
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Fantastic decision! I started reading this and hoped it would end up with you pulling the trigger on that beautiful, understated WG Sub you’ve been thinking about.

This is the very antithesis of the “I picked up two watches this week. What should I get next?” posts. A watch you really wanted and thought about long and hard, and will always mean a lot to you. I couldn’t be happier for you!
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:25 PM   #117
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My condolences Paul, keep making your folks proud.
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:26 PM   #118
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Sorry for your loss.

Great one! Congratulations on the beautiful watch and glad you will be able to have a gift from her you can always treasure. Glad to see it came in and you pulled the trigger on it.
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:29 PM   #119
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Fantastic watch and wonderful story!
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Old 30 March 2023, 12:34 PM   #120
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Looks great on you. Congratulations and thanks for sharing the story.
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