My Stolen Rolex

[cht]

I saw one that looked just like this on our local Craigslist, however since it was so cheap I assumed it was just stolen or fake.

[H-Watches]

Originally Posted by r_afficionado

Off wrist.

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I’m so sorry that happened. Thanks for the heads up.


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[mcstones]

Very sorry for your loss,i"m happy their is a replacement.

[CorradoBrit]

Originally Posted by AK797

It is a problem because you want us to help you but you want to give us nothing?

We are not asking for fun we want to know as we are all in a similar situation and we should help each other avoid dangerous situations. It might also help your peace of mind to turn this into something positive and help others.

Agreed. Details are unnecessary but the scenario would be helpful for the community to know so that we can be on our guard. Eg recent CL thefts in SoCal when seller agrees to meet 'buyer' at a store only for perp to run off with the watch and into a nearby accomplices car.

[CarrJ]

Really do hope you get it back soon.

[Kliminator]

I'm curious how many stolen watches actually make it back to their owners. Alton brown had an amazing story about his dad's Omega on talking watches.

[lovetherolex]

Originally Posted by Kamen

A traveling band of gypsies broke in to my parents home many years ago and lifted the whole safe.

This is too interesting not to share.

Do tell. We have time!

As for the OP, I wonder how he would feel if the same perp repeated the same act with someone from TRF. Maybe it would matter to him, maybe it wouldn't, but he is in a position to give forewarning of the scenario, though he isn't obligated to.

[r_afficionado]

Originally Posted by HarryLime

Can you confirm or deny that it was lost in a similar manner to the reported Southern California watch robberies that have been posted about on this forum and many news sites in the last month or so? Usually a thief posing as a buyer and then running off with the watch....

No, I was not selling. I have never sold any of the things I collect...

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[r_afficionado]

Originally Posted by cht

I saw one that looked just like this on our local Craigslist, however since it was so cheap I assumed it was just stolen or fake.

Could you please send me the link via pm??

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[Kamen]

Originally Posted by lovetherolex

This is too interesting not to share.

Do tell. We have time!

As for the OP, I wonder how he would feel if the same perp repeated the same act with someone from TRF. Maybe it would matter to him, maybe it wouldn't, but he is in a position to give forewarning of the scenario, though he isn't obligated to.

Basically in the past the business was also attached to our residence. The gypsy group of about a dozen people would target such locations by sending the women and crying children or younger kids to distract the employees by creating scenes while the men would try to slip in the back or through open doors or windows. Once inside they scanned the house quickly and just grabbed what they thought was most valuable.

In this case they made their way to the master bedroom and took the safe that was on the ground. In their haste they didn't even bother with my mothers diamond ring and ladies president on top of the dresser.

Police report was filed and the safe was later found about 50km north, cracked open, in a river in the wilds.

All the valuables had been taken except my passport and some sentimental old stuff.

So forgive me if I have some bias or if the term gypsy is politically incorrect, but I have nothing nice to say.

[r_afficionado]

Originally Posted by Kamen

Basically in the past the business was also attached to our residence. The gypsy group of about a dozen people would target such locations by sending the women and crying children or younger kids to distract the employees by creating scenes while the men would try to slip in the back or through open doors or windows. Once inside they scanned the house quickly and just grabbed what they thought was most valuable.



In this case they made their way to the master bedroom and took the safe that was on the ground. In their haste they didn't even bother with my mothers diamond ring and ladies president on top of the dresser.



Police report was filed and the safe was later found about 50km north, cracked open, in a river in the wilds.



All the valuables had been taken except my passport and some sentimental old stuff.



So forgive me if I have some bias or if the term gypsy is politically incorrect, but I have nothing nice to say.

Sucks...

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[tadbart]

Originally Posted by r_afficionado

It was stolen. I do not want to give more detail. Why is that such a big problem? I understand the curiosity, that said, I am not compelled to share what happened with details. I am just asking if you can please keep an eye out for my stolen watch, as we are a watch loving community. That is all. How many of you like reliving traumatic events??? I do not know any of you personally and you are asking me to share events that are traumatic, I have not shared details with anyone other than the police and my wife (for those of you assuming the party route), police recommended NOT to share details. I hope you all can understand. God bless.

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can you at least give a description of the hooker to look out for???

[r_afficionado]

Originally Posted by tadbart

can you at least give a description of the hooker to look out for???

God bless you tadbart.

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[CFR]

I'm sorry this happened and I hope your watch is recovered.

Also, I fully understand and respect that although others could theoretically benefit from knowing more, you don't want to disclose too many details. I've been in that position. You posted a pic along with serial number and (later) the location of the theft. I don't think any additional info would significantly increase the likelihood of finding your watch. Good luck, and if it helps, know that I actually did get a stolen watch back (though 10 years later).

[r_afficionado]

Originally Posted by CFR

I'm sorry this happened and I hope your watch is recovered.

Also, I fully understand and respect that although others could theoretically benefit from knowing more, you don't want to disclose too many details. I've been in that position. You posted a pic along with serial number and (later) the location of the theft. I don't think any additional info would significantly increase the likelihood of finding your watch. Good luck, and if it helps, know that I actually did get a stolen watch back (though 10 years later).

Thank you. It does help. Hope is good! God bless you.

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[Scapegoat]

Originally Posted by tadbart

can you at least give a description of the hooker to look out for???

Leave the man alone... your comment was unnecessary.

[007timer]

Originally Posted by jcross

Do any of you guys keep you watches in a safe? I just purchased my first two luxury time pieces and just have them in my watch box. I feel like I'm being naive not securing them better

In a safe unless worn. 100%


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[NoVaSubowner]

Originally Posted by Scapegoat

Leave the man alone... your comment was unnecessary.

Amen. Leave the OP to the privacy he requests. Why should we expect or eagerly await details of what was obviously an unfortunate set of circumstances for him.




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[Onikage]

Sad to hear. Thieving turds.