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Chiboy · 15 October 2017, 07:10 AM

Got to see the Official Paul Newman Daytona in L. A. today. Special thanks to Chronocrass for confirming address and providing Saturday viewing hours.

It was tremendously worth it. Got to chat with Nell’s ex boyfriend who is auctioning it off to benefit her charity and Paul Boutros. There were about five other (much more knowledgeable) WIS there. Super chill environment. Here’s some pics. Will type more when back in Chicago and on computer.

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TheRolexKingofLV · 15 October 2017, 07:15 AM

Very cool to say you've worn "THE" watch!

Congrats

Chiboy · 15 October 2017, 07:29 AM

There’s a new king in town! Ha!

It was really very cool. The ex boyfriend was really nice and talkative about trying to honor PN’s legacy and to do something worthy of him. There were also many other cool watches, like a first year Sub made for professionals that Paul showed me. He was also very low key and interested to chat even though it was obvious I wasn’t a vintage collector. Gave me the auction catalog which I can’t wait to dive into.

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brandrea · 15 October 2017, 07:34 AM

Sounds like a fun time

Surprised they are letting people handle this piece though

Chiboy · 15 October 2017, 07:41 AM

I agree, but they were phenomenally laid back. The strap is a new one for handling, but the original comes with the watch when you win. There were also about five security guards for four “lookers.”

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llove167 · 15 October 2017, 07:50 AM

Wow, amazing!!

Also love to see the Root Beer GMT with all those beauties.

Chronocrass · 15 October 2017, 07:54 AM

Glad you were able to make it. I had a similar experience to you. It was more casual than I expected, and Paul Boutros was very gracious in sharing his time answering questions. This experience is how I think they create more bonds and business with the collecting community as a whole. Even though I won't be placing any bids this time around, I will be singing their praises for a long time to come.

AK797 · 15 October 2017, 09:47 AM

So did it feel like a million bucks... ie cheap.

Or did it feel like a ten or twenty mill piece?

Really should be look don't touch, we don't even like this when buying AD's watches.

AJM914 · 15 October 2017, 10:17 AM

Nice!!!

sensui · 15 October 2017, 10:28 AM

Looks like good fun, couple buddies of mine tried to get me into LA for this....got other commitments though these days. Thanks for sharing so I can live vicariously.

Al1969 · 15 October 2017, 12:15 PM

So did you ask how much in trade for your “platona” towards the PN Daytona?

nyc2la · 15 October 2017, 01:38 PM

Very cool experience. Thanks for sharing the pics.

15 October 2017, 07:10 AM	#1
Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,380	Icon Viewing!?!?!?!? Got to see the Official Paul Newman Daytona in L. A. today. Special thanks to Chronocrass for confirming address and providing Saturday viewing hours. It was tremendously worth it. Got to chat with Nell’s ex boyfriend who is auctioning it off to benefit her charity and Paul Boutros. There were about five other (much more knowledgeable) WIS there. Super chill environment. Here’s some pics. Will type more when back in Chicago and on computer.IMG_0436.JPG Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

15 October 2017, 07:15 AM	#2
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	Very cool to say you've worn "THE" watch! Congrats __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

15 October 2017, 07:29 AM	#3
Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,380	There’s a new king in town! Ha! It was really very cool. The ex boyfriend was really nice and talkative about trying to honor PN’s legacy and to do something worthy of him. There were also many other cool watches, like a first year Sub made for professionals that Paul showed me. He was also very low key and interested to chat even though it was obvious I wasn’t a vintage collector. Gave me the auction catalog which I can’t wait to dive into. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

15 October 2017, 07:41 AM	#5
Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,380	I agree, but they were phenomenally laid back. The strap is a new one for handling, but the original comes with the watch when you win. There were also about five security guards for four “lookers.” Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

15 October 2017, 10:17 AM	#9
AJM914 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: AJ Location: NY Watch: ♕ Posts: 6,761	Nice!!! __________________

15 October 2017, 07:34 AM	#4
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,577	Sounds like a fun time Surprised they are letting people handle this piece though

15 October 2017, 07:50 AM	#6
llove167 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 22	Wow, amazing!! Also love to see the Root Beer GMT with all those beauties.

15 October 2017, 07:54 AM	#7
Chronocrass "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 100	Glad you were able to make it. I had a similar experience to you. It was more casual than I expected, and Paul Boutros was very gracious in sharing his time answering questions. This experience is how I think they create more bonds and business with the collecting community as a whole. Even though I won't be placing any bids this time around, I will be singing their praises for a long time to come.

15 October 2017, 09:47 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,220	So did it feel like a million bucks... ie cheap. Or did it feel like a ten or twenty mill piece? Really should be look don't touch, we don't even like this when buying AD's watches.

15 October 2017, 10:28 AM	#10
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	Looks like good fun, couple buddies of mine tried to get me into LA for this....got other commitments though these days. Thanks for sharing so I can live vicariously.

15 October 2017, 12:15 PM	#11
Al1969 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,601	So did you ask how much in trade for your “platona” towards the PN Daytona? __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

15 October 2017, 01:38 PM	#12
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,176	Very cool experience. Thanks for sharing the pics. __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

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