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2 June 2008, 05:37 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Real Name: Ross
Location: Chicago Area
Watch: GMT 2
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First Pictures of my latest Arrival...
She is vintage 1991 and never worn or used. Came with all papers and books! Poor thing just sat in a box for 17 years.
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2 June 2008, 05:48 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2007
Real Name: Bo
Location: Denmark
Watch: Rolex, of course!
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Welcome to TRF!
 Congrats! Finding a NOS (Now Old Stock) Rolex of that era is not easy! It's a nice and classic Rolex! I have owned a DJ 16220 exactly like this one, same dial and all.
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2 June 2008, 07:32 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2008
Real Name: Jordan
Location: Indiana
Watch: GMT Master II C
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Whats the story behind this watch?
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116710 GMT Master II Ceramic Black Bezel M Serial (HAVE) 16710 GMT Master II Coke (HAD) 16622 Yacht-Master Platinum / SS (WANT) 116509 Daytona WG Meteorite (GRAIL)
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3 June 2008, 01:53 AM
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I too have owned this exact model before and always regretted selling it. The Story, Well I purchased her from a guy in Ct. on e-bay. The watch being an "X" serial was purchased in 1996 according to the original papers from the Rolex Dealer. So It must have sat at the store for a good long while as well before being sold. I'm told the Gentleman that purchased the watch is a multi Rolex owner/collector and bought it for a good price because the store was trying to get "rid" of it. After purchase he stuck it in a cabinet and mostly forgot about it. He was asking $3000 on a "buy it now" with a low starting bid of $2600 but with a reserve. I watched the thing for days and no one bid on it. Finally I put in the ONLY bid for $2600 but the reserve was not met and the auction closed with still no buyer. He then e mailed me for a last chance offer for the $2600 below the original reserve. I then counter offered at $2300 and he accepted. It was a sweet deal for a brand new DateJust I think. She will make a great daily wear watch for me because for a Rolex she is kinda light and not so cumbersome to wear on a daily basis. Here is another picture still with her protective plastic tape applied to the band. |
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2 June 2008, 08:04 PM
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Real Name: Michael
Location: LaLa Land
Watch: Sub Date 16610
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That is one awsome lookin DJ... good on ya mate!! :-)
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2 June 2008, 08:07 PM
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Member
Join Date: May 2008
Real Name: Andy
Location: GMT-7 Canada
Watch: Rolex 116710LN
Posts: 212
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Welcome to TRF and nice vintage
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2 June 2008, 09:08 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Japan
Watch: ing your back.
Posts: 16,179
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Wow! Nice find!
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2 June 2008, 10:24 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2007
Real Name: Dick
Location: USA
Watch: SubND,DD,SSDaytona
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Let me echo Jordan's post - what is the story behind such a beautiful watch sitting in a box for 17 years? Can't wait to hear!
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2 June 2008, 10:29 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2006
Real Name: Jeff
Location: Florida
Watch: PAM 1090
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It's a shame that such a beautiful watch has never seen the light of day. Wind it, slap it on your wrist, and introduce that thing to the world!
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2 June 2008, 10:45 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2007
Real Name: Simon
Location: UK
Watch: OP and daytona
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Congrats, looks lovely.
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2 June 2008, 10:50 PM
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2024 Pledge Member
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Beautiful example!
  Congrats, dP
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2 June 2008, 11:00 PM
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Join Date: May 2008
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A true classic. It was my first Rolex. Outstanding find.
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2 June 2008, 11:57 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Hudson Ohio
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Nice, you rescued her from the shelter!!
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3 June 2008, 12:01 AM
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Location: USA
Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex
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Very nice vintage DJ!!!
Congrats!!!I echo once again...Please tell us the story!!! 
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3 June 2008, 12:14 AM
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Real Name: Karis
Location: USA
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Wow, that's incredible Ross! Congrats and enjoy!
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3 June 2008, 03:10 AM
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congratz on your new addition! thanks for sharing the pics and story...
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3 June 2008, 03:38 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2007
Real Name: David
Location: USA
Watch: your step!
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A good watch finally going to a good home.
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3 June 2008, 03:41 AM
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Real Name: Ross
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3 June 2008, 03:45 AM
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Fondly Remembered
Join Date: May 2005
Real Name: JJ
Location: Auckland, NZ
Watch: ALL SOLD!!
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Congrats and welcome to TRF. Excellent price on a virtually new watch. So now the 64-dollar question would be: If it's been sitting around for 17 years, does it still need a service? I suppose so.
JJ
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3 June 2008, 03:49 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2006
Real Name: Allan
Location: St. Augustine, FL
Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ
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Excellent pickup, Ross.
Even has an engine-turned bezel! As JJ has alluded, it might be a good idea to have it serviced, after all of these years in the box. Other than that - enjoy a fabulous, classic Datejust!! 
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3 June 2008, 03:53 AM
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Real Name: Ross
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3 June 2008, 03:40 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Oct 2006
Real Name: Ron
Location: Alabama
Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT
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Nice catch on a wonderful classic. Enjoy it for many years to come.
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