Wow quite a story about throat cancer! If you ever feel you want those radiating hands and numbers and a bigger diameter (I’m guessing this Tudor is 34mm or so) look at a brand called Ball. Reasonably priced and glows like crazy. Apparently so much radiation that some models are not allowed to be imported.
Guess how much I paid for my new watch
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I wish more SWs participated in this thread and told us: what exactly do they feel when they read Rolex or omega on your watch dial? It happened to me many times that they complimented my watch and sometimes inquired about the cost or what can it do etc but I’m still not sure if it made a session any better.
If we are talking about civvies…well okay let’s say she is impressed by your fake watch. Doesn’t it lead to your enhanced obligations with respect to treating her? You fake it but then you have to walk with her through your little fraud. Are you going to bring her to a fake Michelin restaurant? To a fake trip to Europe? Invite her to your fake yacht?
I've been complimented by SPs on my clothes & watches (I always keep it on). I doubt that it made any of the sessions any better, except with Chloe Rose. She had an Air King with a rose gold face. We had several conversations about watches.
Are inferring she is a "clock watcher"
Enjoy it!Thanks for op. I just bought my first fake rolex. Exact same model and color usd $90 after stacking all couponswill wear it to my sp session
It is a beautiful watch, even though it's a replica.$17,000 diamond bezel Datejust. Just had it polishedWho can come closest?
Yes, I am aware that Rolex & Omega have in-house movements. What I meant was that the lower priced quality watches I buy have a Seiko movements. When people ask me what brand of watch I am wearing, I tell them Pagani or San Martin and leave it at that. They may be under the impression that these are designer watches or merch from the Pagani automobile design company. ( the Pagani watches do not have any association with Pagani Automotive design ) If they do inquire any further I tell them and people are amazed at the price, appearance and heft of these watches
Pagani Design PD-1694 Men's 40MM 200M Waterproof NH35 Automatic Mechanical Watch Sapphire Crystal luminous Business Watch
Brand Name: Pagani Design Watch Model Number: Pagani Design PD-1694 Style: Business Watch, Mechanical Watch Feature: Luminous Feature: Auto Date Feature: Complete Calendar Feature: Water Resistant Feature: Swim Feature: luminous hands Movement: Mechanical Hand Wind Movement: Automatic Self-Wind...
www.paganidesignwatch.com
I have never had the need to shop in the Big and Tall man store.
Phil C.
I could never wear a watch that loud, I think I would prefer to invest the money and multiply it 3X,4X or 5X every year. My reputation precedes me at parties, all the ladies are out to catch a Magic Man. Watches do not do it for me.
Are you sure those are real diamonds ? Not very sparkly are they ?
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Hey, coolmanfever:
It took me a while to figure out how to adjust the bracelet and time. Some helpful links:
Important is that you screw the crown and other two "pushers?" tight. Otherwise, water will enter the watch.
You can adjust the watch half a link without taking off a link, which is pretty neat.
It took me a while to figure out how to adjust the bracelet and time. Some helpful links:
Important is that you screw the crown and other two "pushers?" tight. Otherwise, water will enter the watch.
You can adjust the watch half a link without taking off a link, which is pretty neat.
Personally, I would never wear a watch with diamonds. But I've been in a client box at the US open that is next to the Rolex box. There was well over $2MM on the wrists of the people who were there, and they were happy to show them to anyone who was interested. The way that the sun reflected off of the diamond faces was spectacular.$17,000 diamond bezel Datejust. Just had it polished
It's a beautiful piece. I have been fascinated by this youtube channel that does watch restorations. The guy is f-ing amazing! He takes apart ruined watches and masterfully restores them to perfection. His calm voice and the way he explains every steip, and why he does what he does, and the way he guides you is simply a wonderful experience. Perhaps you can send it to him to have it restored to its former glory days, if that's what you want.
I think it's awesome that instead of keeping it locked up in a drawer, decaying, you're actually enjoying it every day. I'm sure everytime you wear it, it feels like you have a connection with your father. Someone here mentioned that watches are to be enjoyed not stored. Most people would be afraid to wear such a precious watch every day. I'm sure to you that watch is worth more than any Rolex or other luxury watch. Keep enjoying your watch!
Another review of the genuine:
List price: $50,000:
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona watch: 18 ct white gold - m126509-0001
Discover the Cosmograph Daytona watch in 18 ct white gold on the Official Rolex Website. Model:m126509-0001
www.rolex.com
Women seek financially succesful men, period. Just like men seek phsyically attractive women.
When a woman sees a man, she sizes him up to see his status and potential as a mate. Physical attributes such as height and attractivenss are and indication of health, ability to provide, and social status: things she looks for. But also important are the quality of his clothes and other indicators of wealth and success. Women will use all of this information in the very beginning to put the pieces of the puzzle together. Women will also strike up a conversation and many of the questions are intended to size you up. "How was work? / Is it your day off? /or more directly "What do you do for work?" are questions women ask me all the time, far more than men. There's a reason for that.
Do women notice a nice watch? Absolutely. 80% of the compliements I get on my watches are from women, who admire it and ask how much it was (sometimes). They also notice how you dress. Now, having said that, a watch may attract a woman to you because she will believe that you are successful. This is the same reason why a man driving a new $300,000 Aston Martin, Bentley, or McLaren will probably capture the interest of a woman more than a guy driving a 2005 Toyota Corolla.
But here's the thing. The watch is only the lure. Once she goes out with you, if you don't have the goods to back up your advertisement, then the gig is up. You better be able to back up the $50,000 Rolex Daytona with at least a high end Mercedes (E or S class), a one million dollar condo, a $200,000 income, and at least at $300,000 in the bank cash. If she is a "high quality" woman with a great body, beautiful face, and lovely personality, then she knows her worth.
This lady provides an honest answer as to whether women notice a man's watch:
I just want to be clear. I did not purchase the watch to fool anyone. I was just curious and intrigued. I found the specific model to be absolutely gorgeous, and to be able to look at and handle a replica of a $50,000 watch for less than $200 is worth the experience. I find myself just admiring the beauty of the watch as the light reflects off the gorgeous blue dial. The watch, even as a replica, feels great in the hand. To be able to have a "taste" of something so exquisite at less than 0.5% of the cost is a great value, and I have no regrets. I will spend my money on things that I find value in, and others should do the same. Everyone's idea of what is worth spending money on is different.
And even though I never intended to buy the watch to fool people, I will definitely have fun with it, and wear it in front of my family and friends to see what their reaction is.
My guess is that most will think it is real, since they are not very knowledgable about watches, and they know I have the means to purchase such a watch if I really wanted to. I may also conduct an experiment to see how women and men react to the watch, if at all. It should be interesting.
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The thing I like about Rolexes they are good for life. Mine is 15 years old and still looks brandnew
Many fellow members have chimed in here including one early on that referenced Rolex being at times synonymous with a "used car salesman" or something along those lines.
This is what they were referring to and should not be promoted. If anyone is interested in acquiring a timepiece that has enduring value (Rolex or otherwise) this is not a good example.
Aftermarket bezels and dials (like on this piece) on older datejust's is unfortunately common and does nothing but devalue the watch and IMO, look horrible.
Watches that are intended to last a lifetime are not like cars where you change the paint or the wheels and slap a spoiler on them. To each their own however and if the owner is happy with it then I am happy for him and wish that he wears it in health. I just do not believe it sets a good example for those less informed.
If anyone is looking for advice on a new timepiece, although I am far from the foremost expert, I am happy to answer the occasional DM.
You are right bezel and dial are after market. Good eye.
But the watch is real and I dont think it devalues a Rolex in any way, but thats just me.
Finding a Rolex with with this exact ocean blue color dial was difficult, so I had no other choice but to add it on afterwards
I have a 2nd Rolex. This one also has an after market diamond bezel.
I think it looks sharp
I think it looks sharp
If you sent this watch to Rolex for service they will not accept it. Your only choice will be a local watch repair technician.
Rolex recommends service every 10 years. I love mine.
If you take it to Rolex on St. Clair ave you will just get ripped off.
There are lots of small jewellery stores in Toronto who will do just as good a job for half the price
You are correct. There is a very small group of private practice former Rolex service techs in Canada that are world-class and can get your piece back in weeks rather than months.
There are one or two in particular in Toronto that are amazing at their craft.
And FWIW, any AD would be happy to send this watch to an RSC for service or repair but you would get it back with original parts installed.
Which of course you would pay for and likely not receive your aftermarket parts back to boot.
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