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allanofcalifornia · 11 May 2009, 04:07 AM

I was just curious if you compliment strangers on their Rolex or do strangers compliment you on your Rolex?

I don't compliment strangers and was wondering and hoping that it isn't bad manners? I also don't have strangers complimenting me on my Rolex. Does it have to do where you live?

Allan

Bisquitlips · 11 May 2009, 04:08 AM

Yes I do and have had many good conversations!

allanofcalifornia · 11 May 2009, 04:10 AM

I guess I messed up with the poll since you can only choose one.

Allan

Andad · 11 May 2009, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allanofcalifornia

I guess I messed up with the poll since you can only choose one.

Allan

Have a quiet lie down Allan while I think of an answer to the poll.

vh_bu98 · 11 May 2009, 03:12 PM

I have complimented others, but they usually don't say much.

I got a few with the LV. None with the YM...I think it's too subtle.

astcell · 11 May 2009, 04:12 AM

I have complimented and ended up with blank stares.

allanofcalifornia · 11 May 2009, 04:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

I have complimented and ended up with blank stares.

That must be interesting! I wonder if they have a fake Rolex and they are too ashamed to say anything?

Allan

roamer · 11 May 2009, 04:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

I have complimented and ended up with blank stares.

Same here. I think sometimes people just feel uncomfortable talking about expensive items with people they don't know and are unsure how to react.

tifosi · 11 May 2009, 04:18 AM

I normally do but it kinda depends on the situation.

astcell · 11 May 2009, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roamer

Same here. I think sometimes people just feel uncomfortable talking about expensive items with people they don't know and are unsure how to react.

But when I am wearing a Rolex too? I try to avoid (s)talking when I am wearing a watch other than a Rolex.

SLS · 11 May 2009, 04:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

I have complimented and ended up with blank stares.

x2, I don't know if people think I am being judgmental or not, so now I just do not say a thing. I have offered to buy watches off people's wrist though!
~Scott

CEG · 11 May 2009, 04:27 AM

I often do, but some just seem to have the mindset that 'it's just a watch' !? Not to me it's not !!!

umster · 11 May 2009, 04:26 AM

Some people like to be complemented and some don't.. 50 / 50

some people are very rude if you complement them, like I have done in the past!!

CharlieG · 11 May 2009, 04:27 AM

Nope, never did unless its someone I know

sea-dweller · 11 May 2009, 04:28 AM

I do not like to draw attention to a stranger's Rolex. Usually, they will compliment me on the one I am wearing.

sushisummo · 11 May 2009, 04:29 AM

I do and others do to me too. Once I complemented on this guy yacht master II and he was suprised that I know. He said, you know ur watches. Only if he knows that I love rolexes.....:)

arkwhaler · 11 May 2009, 05:11 AM

I voted yes, but probably not complete srrangers, but mere acquaintances, all the time.

bradiowausa · 11 May 2009, 05:15 AM

To be honest, I don't think Ive ever seen someone with a Rolex before (at least that ive noticed).

jdrolltide3838 · 11 May 2009, 05:22 AM

I love trading around, so if I see one on a stranger that I feel is approachable then I always comment. Sometimes they roll their sleeves down and walk off, sometimes I get a nod and a smile, then youd be surprised how many 2 hour long conversations have been started by a comment; and some of those have resulted in a new watch for me

newsboy · 11 May 2009, 05:26 AM

No dont like people to bother me

Mike B · 11 May 2009, 06:29 AM

If I were to spot a Rolex in the wild, and actually had time to talk with that person about thier watch, I most certainly will !

Jeff in Florida · 11 May 2009, 10:44 AM

I was at an AD yesterday looking at a Yachtmaster, the fellow next to me was looking for datejusts. I noticed he had a TT sub and complimented him on it. He pretty much blew me off, even though I was wearing a sub (LV) too.

Not all Rolex owners are as chatty as us.

pz93c · 11 May 2009, 02:31 PM

Nope to both.

Atomant · 12 May 2009, 10:26 AM

I was at a money changer in Sungei Wang, Kuala Lumpur and an Indian owner is sittin behind the money changing counter with a silver dialed WG Daytona 116509. I moved forward for a closer look I think he knows because he deliberately point the face of the watch at me. I can't compliment on it cause we're separated by a piece of glass. I was wearing my Black Dialed Daytona 116520. Great choice my friend if you're reading this.

tifosi · 12 May 2009, 11:11 AM

I think after today I've decided to stop complimenting on others watches. I was taking a look around a car dealership today and another gentleman was looking at the same vehicle. We were talking and I noticed his Datejust (fluted bezel, jubilee). I said "nice Datejust". He said "no, it's a Rolex". I'm keeping my comments to myself from now on. I always feel like a jackass. Everytime I've ever said anything to anyone about their watch I get the same reaction.

Perdu · 11 May 2009, 10:52 AM

I've had two comments on my Rollie in 17 years. I must be mixing withe the wrong crowd.

Almoe66 · 11 May 2009, 11:10 AM

I have yet to be complemented poor me

Chozn1 · 11 May 2009, 11:42 AM

Usually people just stare at my wrist and when I catch them they look away real quick, especially with the DD, although I have had people verbalize their interest. I've commented on other's a couple of times, but they were not as enthusiastic as I was about them so I've just kind of resorted to doing my watch watching in quiet.

STEELINOX · 11 May 2009, 11:56 AM

its asking for rudeness up close and personal. Its best left far, far away.

I have peeps say things to me about mine and I just say, its not a ROLEX and either they get a funny smirk and walk away or they say, itsa fake ha ?

If they look lk they hv some means I ask em if they want to buy it, that shuts em down pretty quick. Or another thing I will say is, with a mean look, "yea, I just stole it ! " now you can guess that the look on these peeps is certain, "get me the hell outta here," as I lunge toward em kiddingly - that draws the best reaction ~ Priceless !

Jaboe · 11 May 2009, 01:08 PM

I compliment, but usually people just look at me like how do you know what kind of watch it is. I just hold up my wrist and smile..lol!

View Poll Results: Do you compliment strangers on their Rolex or do they compliment you on your Rolex?
Yes, I compliment strangers on their Rolex.	51	38.35%
No, I don't compliment strangers on their Rolex.	46	34.59%
Yes, strangers compliment me on my Rolex.	18	13.53%
No, strangers don't compliment me on my Rolex.	18	13.53%
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11 May 2009, 04:07 AM	#1
allanofcalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: California Posts: 3,210	Do you compliment strangers on their Rolex or do they compliment you on your Rolex? I was just curious if you compliment strangers on their Rolex or do strangers compliment you on your Rolex? I don't compliment strangers and was wondering and hoping that it isn't bad manners? I also don't have strangers complimenting me on my Rolex. Does it have to do where you live? Allan

11 May 2009, 04:08 AM	#2
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Yes I do and have had many good conversations! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

11 May 2009, 04:12 AM	#6
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	I have complimented and ended up with blank stares. __________________ SS GMTII "D", TT GMTIIc "Z"

11 May 2009, 04:18 AM	#9
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	I normally do but it kinda depends on the situation. __________________ Russ

11 May 2009, 04:10 AM	#3
allanofcalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: California Posts: 3,210	I guess I messed up with the poll since you can only choose one. Allan

11 May 2009, 03:12 PM	#5
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	I have complimented others, but they usually don't say much. I got a few with the LV. None with the YM...I think it's too subtle.

11 May 2009, 04:27 AM	#12
CEG "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Dan Location: ENGLAND Watch: 116505 Posts: 1,587	I often do, but some just seem to have the mindset that 'it's just a watch' !? Not to me it's not !!! __________________ 16710-116505-116660-116680-116610LV-216570-126331-116710-114060-126621-TudorGMT-Tudor BB58-Sapphire Speedy Pro-Speedy Rising Sun

11 May 2009, 04:26 AM	#13
umster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: London U.K Watch: Rolex Deepsea Posts: 167	Some people like to be complemented and some don't.. 50 / 50 some people are very rude if you complement them, like I have done in the past!!

11 May 2009, 04:27 AM	#14
CharlieG "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Charlie Location: NY Posts: 1,135	Nope, never did unless its someone I know

11 May 2009, 04:28 AM	#15
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I do not like to draw attention to a stranger's Rolex. Usually, they will compliment me on the one I am wearing. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

11 May 2009, 04:29 AM	#16
sushisummo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: JT Location: in a house....:) Watch: Hmmm......? Posts: 1,776	I do and others do to me too. Once I complemented on this guy yacht master II and he was suprised that I know. He said, you know ur watches. Only if he knows that I love rolexes.....:) __________________ Collections: -- R-O-L-E-X --AP-ROO -- P-A-N-E-R-A-I -- B-R-E-G-U-E-T -- I-W-C -- B-A-L-L -- O-T-H-E-R-S WISHLIST: Too many to list...... Member #23367

11 May 2009, 05:11 AM	#17
arkwhaler Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: flyover america Watch: 114270 Posts: 236	I voted yes, but probably not complete srrangers, but mere acquaintances, all the time.

11 May 2009, 05:15 AM	#18
bradiowausa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Brad Location: Iowa Watch: Air-King Posts: 625	To be honest, I don't think Ive ever seen someone with a Rolex before (at least that ive noticed).

11 May 2009, 05:22 AM	#19
jdrolltide3838 Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: J.D. Location: Roll Tide, AL Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 695	I love trading around, so if I see one on a stranger that I feel is approachable then I always comment. Sometimes they roll their sleeves down and walk off, sometimes I get a nod and a smile, then youd be surprised how many 2 hour long conversations have been started by a comment; and some of those have resulted in a new watch for me

11 May 2009, 05:26 AM	#20
newsboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: UK Watch: SS White Daytona Posts: 1,060	No dont like people to bother me

11 May 2009, 06:29 AM	#21
Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	If I were to spot a Rolex in the wild, and actually had time to talk with that person about thier watch, I most certainly will !

11 May 2009, 10:44 AM	#22
Jeff in Florida Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: Sub LV M series Posts: 86	I was at an AD yesterday looking at a Yachtmaster, the fellow next to me was looking for datejusts. I noticed he had a TT sub and complimented him on it. He pretty much blew me off, even though I was wearing a sub (LV) too. Not all Rolex owners are as chatty as us.

11 May 2009, 02:31 PM	#23
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	Nope to both.

12 May 2009, 10:26 AM	#24
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	I was at a money changer in Sungei Wang, Kuala Lumpur and an Indian owner is sittin behind the money changing counter with a silver dialed WG Daytona 116509. I moved forward for a closer look I think he knows because he deliberately point the face of the watch at me. I can't compliment on it cause we're separated by a piece of glass. I was wearing my Black Dialed Daytona 116520. Great choice my friend if you're reading this. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

12 May 2009, 11:11 AM	#25
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	I think after today I've decided to stop complimenting on others watches. I was taking a look around a car dealership today and another gentleman was looking at the same vehicle. We were talking and I noticed his Datejust (fluted bezel, jubilee). I said "nice Datejust". He said "no, it's a Rolex". I'm keeping my comments to myself from now on. I always feel like a jackass. Everytime I've ever said anything to anyone about their watch I get the same reaction. __________________ Russ

11 May 2009, 10:52 AM	#26
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	I've had two comments on my Rollie in 17 years. I must be mixing withe the wrong crowd. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

11 May 2009, 11:10 AM	#27
Almoe66 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Watch: DJ Posts: 34	I have yet to be complemented poor me

11 May 2009, 11:42 AM	#28
Chozn1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: South GA Watch: Sub and President Posts: 1,501	Usually people just stare at my wrist and when I catch them they look away real quick, especially with the DD, although I have had people verbalize their interest. I've commented on other's a couple of times, but they were not as enthusiastic as I was about them so I've just kind of resorted to doing my watch watching in quiet. __________________ Current Models... (K)Bluesy (M) TT DJ In search of DayDate Prior models... Just about everything.

11 May 2009, 11:56 AM	#29
STEELINOX 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,021	nope... its asking for rudeness up close and personal. Its best left far, far away. I have peeps say things to me about mine and I just say, its not a ROLEX and either they get a funny smirk and walk away or they say, itsa fake ha ? If they look lk they hv some means I ask em if they want to buy it, that shuts em down pretty quick. Or another thing I will say is, with a mean look, "yea, I just stole it ! " now you can guess that the look on these peeps is certain, "get me the hell outta here," as I lunge toward em kiddingly - that draws the best reaction ~ Priceless !

11 May 2009, 01:08 PM	#30
Jaboe Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Va. Watch: SS Sub Date Posts: 40	I compliment, but usually people just look at me like how do you know what kind of watch it is. I just hold up my wrist and smile..lol!

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