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redshirt1957 · 16 October 2007, 02:38 AM

Don't have the patience or desire to place my name on a waiting list for a SS Daytona so instead I went looking for one at grey dealers on diamond street in New York. Not hard to find, but very expensive. Even when combining the purchase with a PP, which my New York buddy purchased, the best price I could negotiate was $11,250. So instead I used that amount to justify buying the following:

TT Blue Face YM (D series) from Tom
SS SUB (D Series) BNIB
TT JUB DJ ToG (R series) from individual

Call me crazy, or other more colorful names, but I am happy with my decision.

ohsixx · 16 October 2007, 02:45 AM

Looks like you made some really nice choices. I want a couple more, but am waiting for now.

Tools · 16 October 2007, 02:47 AM

Good for you

Instant collection..

I'm not a big Daytona fan so I say, if you can't get one you like, for the price you like; there are plenty of alternatives...this is just one....and a good one at that..

problmchylde · 16 October 2007, 02:56 AM

Good choices....

JJ Irani · 16 October 2007, 02:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Don't have the patience or desire to place my name on a waiting list for a SS Daytona so instead I went looking for one at grey dealers on diamond street in New York. Not hard to find, but very expensive. Even when combining the purchase with a PP, which my New York buddy purchased, the best price I could negotiate was $11,250. So instead I used that amount to justify buying the following:

TT Blue Face YM (D series) from Tom
SS SUB (D Series) BNIB
TT JUB DJ ToG (R series) from individual

Call me crazy, or other more colorful names, but I am happy with my decision.

Wisest decision of your entire life. Rather have 3 superb, diversified Rollies than just one over-priced Daytona!!

Good luck - JJ

jimbo1mcm · 16 October 2007, 02:59 AM

Great choice!!!

HDHNTER · 16 October 2007, 04:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Wisest decision of your entire life. Rather have 3 superb, diversified Rollies than just one over-priced Daytona!!

Good luck - JJ

What he said

unclesallie · 16 October 2007, 10:33 AM

not only do i agree with this comment, but would add...JJ has said on prior ocassions that you must know your buyer...when you buy in the diamond district you can get taken very very easily. example? diamonds that have been drilled with lasers and filled, worth virtually zippo. people get hoodwinked everyday, and when they find out, what to do? eh...go to Better Business Bureau of Manhattan? go back and hassle? same with ROLEX. you are smart to buy from people whom you know have a good reputation for honesty and reliability. great move. congrats!!(DONT BUY FROM UNKNOWN SOURCES UNLESS YOU ARE AN EXPERT!!)

Chris B · 16 October 2007, 03:03 AM

Congrats, nobody can call you anything except a lucky devil to have those beauties

austinsig · 16 October 2007, 03:19 AM

A very nice set of watches!

jhelms · 16 October 2007, 04:15 AM

Nice choices, how far south of Atlanta are you? I'm in Columbus...

SPACE-DWELLER · 16 October 2007, 04:18 AM

Congratulations!

That was quite a get!

Would you post some pics, please?

redshirt1957 · 16 October 2007, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jhelms

Nice choices, how far south of Atlanta are you? I'm in Columbus...

North of you in Sharpsburg. When going through Columbus from Fort Walton I get off Hwy 85 on exit 26 (Highway 100 I think) and go the back way. Takes about 25 mins from that point.

unclesallie · 16 October 2007, 11:47 AM

nice video! great music and photography!

Transient · 16 October 2007, 01:30 PM

I went through the same thing a little while ago. Was saving up for a Daytona, but when i was nearly there, I fell in love with and bought my Omega Speedmaster Professional (Moon Watch), my Omega Seamaster Chronograph Professional, and my gorgeous Submariner 16610, which some spare change left over for a quick trip to Thailand with my girlfriend...

Blue Bull · 16 October 2007, 01:48 PM

Enjoy the watches,the Daytona will come ... one day.

Gaijin · 16 October 2007, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Transient

I went through the same thing a little while ago. Was saving up for a Daytona, but when i was nearly there, I fell in love with and bought my Omega Speedmaster Professional (Moon Watch), my Omega Seamaster Chronograph Professional, and my gorgeous Submariner 16610, which some spare change left over for a quick trip to Thailand with my girlfriend...

Thailand with your girlfriend?

Isn't that like taking sand to the beach?

Like taking a hamburger to McDonalds?

Robb · 16 October 2007, 04:51 AM

Congrats Redshirt. I must say you came out better!!!!!! I have the daytona but something about it just doesnt smile at me!

Gaijin · 16 October 2007, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Robb

Congrats Redshirt. I must say you came out better!!!!!! I have the daytona but something about it just doesnt smile at me!

Maybe the white dial one would be nicer to you to contrast with your other two black dial Rolex?

Just thinking out loud. I like them both. Black or White Dial Daytonas rock.

Gaijin · 16 October 2007, 09:20 AM

Joe, I am so happy you are enjoying the TT YM!!

redshirt1957 · 17 October 2007, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by KansaiVet

Joe, I am so happy you are enjoying the TT YM!!

Forum members are going to start talking if I keep saying thanks! I am in the process of taking close up pictures of the YM and SUB to show the subtle differences between the two. Until I had time to make an in-depth comparison between the two, I had no idea the cases were so different. The YM is more curved and smoother than my SUB. Not to say that is good or bad; just different. Next I will compare my old GMT against the YM and SUB and will post pictures. Lastly, I am SOOOOOOO glad you lost your mind and parted with the YM. PM me with the price of your DJ! Really, not kidding!

Blue Bull · 17 October 2007, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Forum members are going to start talking if I keep saying thanks! I am in the process of taking close up pictures of the YM and SUB to show the subtle differences between the two. Until I had time to make an in-depth comparison between the two, I had no idea the cases were so different. The YM is more curved and smoother than my SUB. Not to say that is good or bad; just different. Next I will compare my old GMT against the YM and SUB and will post pictures. Lastly, I am SOOOOOOO glad you lost your mind and parted with the YM. PM me with the price of your DJ! Really, not kidding!

The nicest casing is the Daytona and YM ~ less squareish,more stylish.Much nicer than the Sub and old and new GMT cases.I really liked the plat/ss YM and in tt with a champagne dial it will also be VERY nice

Robb · 17 October 2007, 02:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue Bull

The nicest casing is the Daytona and YM ~ less squareish,more stylish.Much nicer than the Sub and old and new GMT cases.I really liked the plat/ss YM and in tt with a champagne dial it will also be VERY nice

I really like the more squared case for some reason!!

Rawhyde · 16 October 2007, 10:28 AM

I've wanted a Daytona since 1985, but rather than pay the absurd gray dealer markup, I'd MUCH rather have the collection you just got! The only thing better than having a Rolex is having a shoebox full of Rolexes!

Rawhyde

PS There's some good BBQ and Brunswich Stew at the Sharpsburg exit!

SLR · 16 October 2007, 10:35 AM

we need pics!

unclesallie · 16 October 2007, 10:39 AM

turn-o-graphs are wonderful watches...i got talked out of one this summer by my grey market dealer , he just doesn't like em...but i've chafed ever since; i'm an incurable turn-o-graph fan...have you seen the ones with those knock-out dark blue dials? man alive! almost enough to make me forget about the mad obsession i have right now with a GMT II Master-ceramic(help me, help me!).......

how bout some pics of that turn-o-graph, eh?

ezmoney46 · 16 October 2007, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HDHNTER

What he said

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Don't have the patience or desire to place my name on a waiting list for a SS Daytona so instead I went looking for one at grey dealers on diamond street in New York. Not hard to find, but very expensive. Even when combining the purchase with a PP, which my New York buddy purchased, the best price I could negotiate was $11,250. So instead I used that amount to justify buying the following:

TT Blue Face YM (D series) from Tom
SS SUB (D Series) BNIB
TT JUB DJ ToG (R series) from individual

Call me crazy, or other more colorful names, but I am happy with my decision.

Best thing you could have done.

Not a big fan of the Daytona, I like a date window on my watch

Steve

daunwaun · 16 October 2007, 10:57 AM

congradulations my friend

16 October 2007, 02:38 AM	#1
redshirt1957 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Bubba Location: Bitsyville! Watch: Blue YM today! Posts: 10,053	Daytona or not? I'm happy with my choice! Don't have the patience or desire to place my name on a waiting list for a SS Daytona so instead I went looking for one at grey dealers on diamond street in New York. Not hard to find, but very expensive. Even when combining the purchase with a PP, which my New York buddy purchased, the best price I could negotiate was $11,250. So instead I used that amount to justify buying the following: TT Blue Face YM (D series) from Tom SS SUB (D Series) BNIB TT JUB DJ ToG (R series) from individual Call me crazy, or other more colorful names, but I am happy with my decision.

16 October 2007, 02:45 AM	#2
ohsixx "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: Mark Location: Florida Watch: Make a guess! Posts: 1,515	Looks like you made some really nice choices. I want a couple more, but am waiting for now. __________________ 16613 Submariner 116523 Daytona Panerai 104 "Speedy Pro"

16 October 2007, 02:59 AM	#6
jimbo1mcm Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: connecticut, usa Watch: New GMT2C Posts: 320	Amazing!!! Great choice!!!

16 October 2007, 04:15 AM	#11
jhelms "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: GA, USA Watch: SS Sub / SS DJ Posts: 221	Nice choices, how far south of Atlanta are you? I'm in Columbus... __________________ His - SS Submariner Date Hers - SS Oyster Date, Blue Dial "SS Daytona Waiting List" Member NO LONGER!

16 October 2007, 04:18 AM	#12
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Congratulations! That was quite a get! Would you post some pics, please? __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

16 October 2007, 02:47 AM	#3
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	Good for you Instant collection.. I'm not a big Daytona fan so I say, if you can't get one you like, for the price you like; there are plenty of alternatives...this is just one....and a good one at that..

16 October 2007, 02:56 AM	#4
problmchylde "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: PETER Location: Singapore Watch: 1665 SD Posts: 768	Good choices....

16 October 2007, 10:33 AM	#8
unclesallie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	not only do i agree with this comment, but would add...JJ has said on prior ocassions that you must know your buyer...when you buy in the diamond district you can get taken very very easily. example? diamonds that have been drilled with lasers and filled, worth virtually zippo. people get hoodwinked everyday, and when they find out, what to do? eh...go to Better Business Bureau of Manhattan? go back and hassle? same with ROLEX. you are smart to buy from people whom you know have a good reputation for honesty and reliability. great move. congrats!!(DONT BUY FROM UNKNOWN SOURCES UNLESS YOU ARE AN EXPERT!!)

16 October 2007, 03:03 AM	#9
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Congrats, nobody can call you anything except a lucky devil to have those beauties

16 October 2007, 03:19 AM	#10
austinsig "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: USA Posts: 77	A very nice set of watches!

16 October 2007, 11:47 AM	#14
unclesallie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	nice video! great music and photography!

16 October 2007, 01:30 PM	#15
Transient "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 697	I went through the same thing a little while ago. Was saving up for a Daytona, but when i was nearly there, I fell in love with and bought my Omega Speedmaster Professional (Moon Watch), my Omega Seamaster Chronograph Professional, and my gorgeous Submariner 16610, which some spare change left over for a quick trip to Thailand with my girlfriend...

16 October 2007, 01:48 PM	#16
Blue Bull Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2,887	Enjoy the watches,the Daytona will come ... one day.

16 October 2007, 04:51 AM	#18
Robb 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,939	Congrats Redshirt. I must say you came out better!!!!!! I have the daytona but something about it just doesnt smile at me! __________________ 126610LN l 166610LV l 126619LB l 116710BLNR l 126710BLRO l 126720VTNR l 126718GRNR l 116500 white l 116500 black l 116508 john mayer l 116519LN l 116503 white l 126655 l 226627 Ti Master l 116518LN

16 October 2007, 09:20 AM	#20
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Joe, I am so happy you are enjoying the TT YM!!

16 October 2007, 10:28 AM	#24
Rawhyde Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Craig Location: NW Georgia Watch: Blue Sub+Tud Chron Posts: 834	I've wanted a Daytona since 1985, but rather than pay the absurd gray dealer markup, I'd MUCH rather have the collection you just got! The only thing better than having a Rolex is having a shoebox full of Rolexes! Rawhyde PS There's some good BBQ and Brunswich Stew at the Sharpsburg exit!

16 October 2007, 10:35 AM	#25
SLR "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Steve Location: NYC Watch: SS Daytona B/W Posts: 362	we need pics! __________________ SLR

16 October 2007, 10:39 AM	#26
unclesallie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	turn-o-graphs are wonderful watches...i got talked out of one this summer by my grey market dealer , he just doesn't like em...but i've chafed ever since; i'm an incurable turn-o-graph fan...have you seen the ones with those knock-out dark blue dials? man alive! almost enough to make me forget about the mad obsession i have right now with a GMT II Master-ceramic(help me, help me!)....... how bout some pics of that turn-o-graph, eh?

16 October 2007, 10:57 AM	#28
daunwaun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: toronto Watch: 18K YG Day Date Posts: 2,985	congradulations my friend __________________ DAUNWAUN

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