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Old 20 June 2015, 12:05 AM   #1
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Icon20 Reference Check for myself. Frogman4me, David M. Kim, watcheswithpatina@gmail.com

Hey guys I am doing a reference check for myself because there has been someone pretending to be me on the forums and trying to scam people by email. I want to use this thread to clarify my identity and my contact information so there is no confusion. I only have two email addresses and I will never make another. So please carefully look at the exact email wording when receiving and sending out an email.

User Name: Frogman4me
Real Name: David M. Kim
My personal account: dmkim23@gmail.com
My business account: watcheswithpatina@gmail.com
Location: Maryland, USA

I don't want to see anyone scammed so please do your diligence in getting references and making sure the person is exactly who they say they are and their contact information matches exactly.
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Old 20 June 2015, 12:10 AM   #2
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That is the David that I know and I know him well. He is a GREAT friend, a GREAT guy and is to be trusted 100000%!!! You're the man, David!
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Old 20 June 2015, 12:14 AM   #3
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David belongs in the top ranks of "trusted sellers" here on TRF. Moreover, he is not a high volume dealer but also incredibly knowledgeable about wristwatches, especially vintage ones. Deal with confidence.
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Old 20 June 2015, 12:20 AM   #4
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David Kim, aka Frogman for me, aka the owner of the soon to be launched Watches With Patina LLC, is as good as it gets. A trusted seller, advice giver, vast resource and a great friend. If you're lucky enough to deal with David, you're in good hands.

Good job David, we need to stop these scammers in their tracks.
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Old 20 June 2015, 12:23 AM   #5
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David is a great friend and great seller of vintage watches. David's foremost concern when he started selling watches was customer satisfaction. I have been very happy with the deals we have done together. I wish him luck in his business venture, Watches With Patina LLC, and should anyone want to send me a PM here, I will be happy to respond.
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Old 20 June 2015, 12:24 AM   #6
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I am personal friends with David Kim as well as a horological friend and client. David Kim handles his business in a serious and professional manner while keeping the buyer's needs first and always offering quality vintage timepieces. I have recommended David in the past and will continue to do so with full confidence.
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Old 20 June 2015, 12:37 AM   #7
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Trusted seller and great friend!

David Kim is as good as it gets for a trusted seller for personal advice and critique on watches you have your eyes on.

A few months back, I approached him to help me look over some watches that I was interested in getting from other sellers. He gave me great advice and is always on a lookout for my best interests!

I bought three watches from David since then and am very satisfied with all of them!

He's a trusted seller and above all, a great personal friend!

Buy with confidence!
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Old 20 June 2015, 12:51 AM   #8
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Recently bought 2 watches from David Kim, aka Frogman4me, owner of Watches With Patina LLC. A friend and now trusted seller.
No worries with David. As always - do your homework - make sure it is David you are dealing with.
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Old 20 June 2015, 01:03 AM   #9
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David is as good as it gets! He's helped me many times over the years. He's a great friend and asset to the watch community!
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Old 20 June 2015, 01:54 AM   #10
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Have to echo same comments as David is a close personal friend of mine and we communicate off of forums for years. He is as solid and trustworthy as it gets. For everyone always make sure you do your homework and verify emails, pm through here and be 100% before you send money.
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Old 20 June 2015, 02:16 AM   #11
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Frogman4me

David aka Frogman4me is a good watch friend of mine. Always very helpful to answer all my stupid questions 😃

He is 100 % trustworthy and reliable 👍👍👍 I have got one of my dearest watches from him.

Deal with full confidence!
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Old 20 June 2015, 02:18 AM   #12
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David's a good guy...No worries what so ever...Deal with him with complete confidence...!!!
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Old 20 June 2015, 02:23 AM   #13
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David is as good as they come. We're friends off the forums and communicate that way as well. I'd do business with him in a heartbeat. He's very trustworthy and a man of his word.

As with anyone do your homework and check references via PM or any other way needed to make sure you're dealing with the right person.
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Old 20 June 2015, 02:38 AM   #14
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Don't think David and I have had any transactions [none I can remember anyway] but know him to be a TRF member in good standing.

The TRF references written above should quell any worry.
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Old 20 June 2015, 03:37 AM   #15
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Thank you everyone for the kind words! With a little background and research work from buyers we can limit these scammers from opportunities.

Just to clarify if you have something watch related I am actively using my business email account so if you need to contact me regarding watches please do so at: watcheswithpatina@gmail.com

Regards,

David M. Kim
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Old 20 June 2015, 04:20 AM   #16
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David here is a great guy! I have had a happy purchase from him a couple of years ago, is very friendly and knowledgeable and a huge vintage fan, congrats on your venture David!
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Old 20 June 2015, 07:20 AM   #17
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David (Frogman4me) is as good as they come. He is a personal friend and all around great guy. He is one of the most knowledgeable sources out there and is someone I go to with questions and to bounce ideas off of. He handles business relationships the right way and is an all around class act. Would recommend him 1000x over.
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Old 20 June 2015, 11:31 AM   #18
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David is an upstanding collector as well as dealer. I have concluded numerous deals with him, each being absolutely flawless. David is a friend and a truly honest as well as kind individual. Have no reservations when dealing with David Kim.
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Old 20 June 2015, 11:19 PM   #19
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Outstanding collector friend and good luck with your new venture David~
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Old 21 June 2015, 12:26 AM   #20
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David is an excellent guy, a trusted seller, and a consummate professional! Preceding feedback echoes the same sentiment - deal with confidence!
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Old 21 June 2015, 12:35 AM   #21
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Sucks that this happened but david is a great guy and a personal friend. no worries with dealing with him. Hope this gets sorted out brotha.
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Old 21 June 2015, 12:49 AM   #22
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David is a good as they come and a great guy. No worries here !!





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Old 21 June 2015, 01:17 AM   #23
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David is an "old School" dealer his word is his bond, deal with 100% confidence.
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Old 21 June 2015, 01:24 AM   #24
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David is AAA+++ Have no fear.

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Old 21 June 2015, 01:26 AM   #25
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David is gold. No worries.


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Old 21 June 2015, 10:54 AM   #26
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Solid guy! Don't hesitate to deal with
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Old 21 June 2015, 11:53 AM   #27
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David 100% good guy.
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Old 21 June 2015, 12:22 PM   #28
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David is as good as it comes. 100%
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Old 16 July 2015, 02:07 PM   #29
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David is a good friend and seller, don't hesitate to deal with him!
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Old 24 July 2015, 11:14 PM   #30
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G'day Guys, David is a trusted seller, be aware somebody is around "frogmen4me" trying to scam people. The slight difference might catch some out. "Frogman4me" is the correct usage.
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