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vbuskirk · 15 July 2011, 10:38 PM

Sorry guys. I guess I never posted an intro thread here. I'm going to come off as a *real* tool when post up in the sales forum in about ... 4 more posts.

Hi, my name is Chris, and I've had the bug for about three years now. Went through the affordables phase during the first year. (a.k.a 25-30 watches in the box at a time)

Picked up my first Rolex a couple of years ago. (my personal favorite, btw)

However, I've never considered myself a Rolex fanboi. I spent the next couple of years sampling the wares of the $1K-$5K market (Seiko, Sinn, Doxa, Fortis, Oris, Omega, Panerai, IWC, ...). a.k.a. 15-20 watches in the box at a time.

Recently purchased my second Rolex--a GMT-II w/ lug holes--and a JLC Reverso. I'm at that point now where I'm contemplating if I can manage to get down to 6 pretty nice pieces. It's difficult though; I'm a glutton. Leaning more toward ~8 than 6. Here are the leading candidates for 'keeper' status:

* JLC pic is stolen, as mine is currently "Processed through Sort Facility, July 14, 2011, 7:25 pm, BETHPAGE, NY 11714"

Thanks for having me. Though I haven't posted much here, when I need Rolex info *this* is where I come. Hope to give back some eventually, as I get more experience with the brand.

Art 1 · 16 July 2011, 06:53 AM

Welcome.

theloxmyth · 16 July 2011, 06:55 AM

HL65 · 16 July 2011, 06:59 AM

Welcome to TRF! Nice collection!

chicagofan · 16 July 2011, 07:48 AM

Welcome to TRF.

DCgator · 16 July 2011, 08:23 AM

Welcome aboard Chris.

ffighter556 · 16 July 2011, 11:50 AM

Welcome

skyedog · 16 July 2011, 12:29 PM

very nice! and welcome

Sherwooddavid · 16 July 2011, 12:33 PM

Welcome Chris to TRF !

vbuskirk · 16 July 2011, 01:23 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone.

TSW · 16 July 2011, 04:09 PM

Welcome

MonBK · 16 July 2011, 10:28 PM

dddrees · 17 July 2011, 06:05 AM

Welcome to TRF. Great looking collection.

vbuskirk · 17 July 2011, 06:10 AM

Okay, it's here. I'm 'done' now.

sea-dweller · 17 July 2011, 11:24 AM

Welcome to TRF!

Chipmunk · 17 July 2011, 11:40 AM

Hello

CoopJr · 17 July 2011, 10:32 PM

Welcome to TRF!

johnbeth · 17 July 2011, 10:39 PM

Welcome to TRF! Cool watches!

delltone · 17 July 2011, 11:58 PM

Welcome

dilly_56 · 20 July 2011, 05:03 AM

welcome

rfknauss · 20 July 2011, 05:30 AM

Chris ..... welcome to TRF!

evanvito · 20 July 2011, 08:46 AM

Welcome

15 July 2011, 10:38 PM	#1
vbuskirk Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 42	New [to you] user Sorry guys. I guess I never posted an intro thread here. I'm going to come off as a real tool when post up in the sales forum in about ... 4 more posts. Hi, my name is Chris, and I've had the bug for about three years now. Went through the affordables phase during the first year. (a.k.a 25-30 watches in the box at a time) Picked up my first Rolex a couple of years ago. (my personal favorite, btw) However, I've never considered myself a Rolex fanboi. I spent the next couple of years sampling the wares of the $1K-$5K market (Seiko, Sinn, Doxa, Fortis, Oris, Omega, Panerai, IWC, ...). a.k.a. 15-20 watches in the box at a time. Recently purchased my second Rolex--a GMT-II w/ lug holes--and a JLC Reverso. I'm at that point now where I'm contemplating if I can manage to get down to 6 pretty nice pieces. It's difficult though; I'm a glutton. Leaning more toward ~8 than 6. Here are the leading candidates for 'keeper' status: * JLC pic is stolen, as mine is currently "Processed through Sort Facility, July 14, 2011, 7:25 pm, BETHPAGE, NY 11714" Thanks for having me. Though I haven't posted much here, when I need Rolex info this is where I come. Hope to give back some eventually, as I get more experience with the brand.

16 July 2011, 06:55 AM	#3
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16 July 2011, 06:59 AM	#4
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	Welcome to TRF! Nice collection! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

16 July 2011, 04:09 PM	#11
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17 July 2011, 06:05 AM	#13
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Welcome to TRF. Great looking collection. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

16 July 2011, 06:53 AM	#2
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DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Welcome aboard Chris.

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16 July 2011, 12:29 PM	#8
skyedog "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Joey Location: around the Bay Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,942	very nice! and welcome

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Sherwooddavid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Dave Location: Canada Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,080	Welcome Chris to TRF !

16 July 2011, 01:23 PM	#10
vbuskirk Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 42	Thanks for the warm welcome everyone.

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17 July 2011, 06:10 AM	#14
vbuskirk Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 42	Okay, it's here. I'm 'done' now.

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17 July 2011, 10:32 PM	#17
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17 July 2011, 10:39 PM	#18
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	Welcome to TRF! Cool watches!

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20 July 2011, 05:30 AM	#21
rfknauss 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,497	Chris ..... welcome to TRF! __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

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