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Old 17 October 2012, 09:42 AM   #1
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First rolex on Friday.

Hi Guys. I'm 27 and just got married Aug 5th to the love of my life. My dad is buying me my first rolex on Friday for a wedding gift. He wants to get me the new explorer 1 39 mm. He just bought one for himself a few weeks ago. I really like the watch, but I think I like the gmt master ii with sliver/gold. He doesn't like that watch at all. Should I pay the difference for that one or wait tell I have more money. I make pretty good money now, but I like spending money on clothes and shoes.. Let me know what you think of the watch..
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Old 17 October 2012, 09:54 AM   #2
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Get what you want my man. You are the one going to be wearing it.
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Old 17 October 2012, 10:53 AM   #3
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get what you want my man. You are the one going to be wearing it.
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Old 17 October 2012, 12:09 PM   #4
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Get what you want my man. You are the one going to be wearing it.

"Get what you want man..."

The epitome of the "me" generation.

Me first
Me second
Me third and then...
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Old 17 October 2012, 09:55 AM   #5
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Welcome to trf, IMO since its your wedding gift you should get the watch you like, if he's unwilling and you can come up with the extra cash then I'd go that route. If not, either way you're getting a Rolex for your wedding and that's pretty awesome. Let us know how it goes
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Old 17 October 2012, 09:58 AM   #6
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nice dad and congrats! personally, take the gift but the issue with a gift from dad is its a keeper even if you don't like it.

better be 100% and try a few on and do what feels right.

good luck!
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Old 17 October 2012, 10:06 AM   #7
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27 ? Love ? Marriage ? Rolex ! Congrats !
Well either way, A Gift is a Gift, especially from your father.

Since fathers don't tend to stick around forever, I'd keep it in his memory.
as something special, and meaningful. He worked hard for it, I'd put it into appreciation

since you're making good money,
I'd purchase a GMT Later in future,

I my self also have a shopping habbit,
LV and hermes is my main spot for clothing/shoes
canalli for Suits

and Broker/Shop for watches

Just remember, You can always re-sell a watch
but clothing wise it's not as easy lol

So I'd get a decent collection of watches first, or atleast something Im happy with before I continue shopping for clothing
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Old 17 October 2012, 10:08 AM   #8
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It'll be you that will be wearing it, not your dad, so pay the difference so that you get to wear what you want! :)
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Old 17 October 2012, 10:53 AM   #9
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I'm old school perhaps...tell your Dad to do what he thinks would be fitting for such a wonderful present.

Wear it and love the spirit of the gift and let it be the memento he envisioned.
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Old 17 October 2012, 10:57 AM   #10
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Welcome to TRF and Congrats! Dad's gift is a matter of pride and joy. Keep that for the rest of your life but do pass it on to your son/daughter. My two cents though.
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Old 17 October 2012, 12:08 PM   #11
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Have a conversation with your dad about your desire and I think he might go along with it. Best wishes on your wedding!
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Old 17 October 2012, 11:26 AM   #12
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Do NOT settle. I have a Rolex DSSD that I've worn 7-10x in the past year because I got tired of it. It has sentimental value so I won't sell it. I didn't see it before I purchased it. Make sure you are happy with the watch you get. If you have to add to what your dad will pay do it. I'm sure your dad will agree that it's not smart to pay that kind of price for something you might not like the best. I know my parents would. The Exp I is a nice watch but has an older feel to me and the big killer for me is no date. IMHO the GMT is better suited to someone around our age. I'm 28 BTW. Sounds like you guys looked at watches and talked about this. Doesn't sound like he's trying to surprise you and I bet he would want you to be happy.
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Old 17 October 2012, 11:46 AM   #13
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I don't know the dynamics of the relationship between you and your dad and I don't know your dad's personality. Would he be hurt and/or offended if you want something other than what he originally chose for you? If he won't than I would say suggest to him in a kind and polite way that you would prefer to have the GMT and the reason is that you will love it and wear it all the time and he can leave his own Explorer for you down the road. It would make sense for both practical and sentimental reasons. If you think he will be offended than I wouldn't bring it up at all and receive the gift that he chose for you with gratitude and keep it as a great heirloom from your dad. May be he wants you to have the same watch as him. Afterall you can buy the one you really want with your own money later.
Remember a watch is just a watch without the storey behind it but your relationship with your dad is a lot more important than any practical reasons.
I hope I am making some sense .
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Old 17 October 2012, 12:02 PM   #14
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Funny thing how the young are so pernicious and presumptuous that they have the audacity to tell their parent a gift isn't good enough.
To suggest you would make up the difference is insulting.
Allow your father to gift that which he chooses ;...
be grateful for the fact he thinks enough of you to father such a gracious endeavor.

Let's see:

Thanks Dad how kind.
Or
That ain't what I really wanted Dude.

Maybe adolescence will dissipate after the reality of marriage blossoms?
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Old 17 October 2012, 01:37 PM   #15
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I don't know the dynamics of the relationship between you and your dad and I don't know your dad's personality. Would he be hurt and/or offended if you want something other than what he originally chose for you? If he won't than I would say suggest to him in a kind and polite way that you would prefer to have the GMT and the reason is that you will love it and wear it all the time and he can leave his own Explorer for you down the road. It would make sense for both practical and sentimental reasons. If you think he will be offended than I wouldn't bring it up at all and receive the gift that he chose for you with gratitude and keep it as a great heirloom from your dad. May be he wants you to have the same watch as him. Afterall you can buy the one you really want with your own money later.
Remember a watch is just a watch without the storey behind it but your relationship with your dad is a lot more important than any practical reasons.
I hope I am making some sense .
+1 on this. IMHO, it would all depend on the kind of relationship that you have with your dad. But if it were me, I would gladly receive the Expy and save up for the GMT (but only because I like both watches )
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Old 17 October 2012, 11:58 AM   #16
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Couldn't have put it better myself jct.
The subtleties of your relationship with your Dad are much more important than any watch.
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Old 17 October 2012, 12:43 PM   #17
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Funny thing how the young are so pernicious and presumptuous that they have the audacity to tell their parent a gift isn't good enough.
To suggest you would make up the difference is insulting.
Allow your father to gift that which he chooses ;...
be grateful for the fact he thinks enough of you to father such a gracious endeavor.

Let's see:

Thanks Dad how kind.
Or
That ain't what I really wanted Dude.

Maybe adolescence will dissipate after the reality of marriage blossoms?
I think you are way off base here. The OP is in no way being insulting. He NEVER said it wasn't good enough. He just said he liked another model more. If he said I don't want a Rolex I only want an AP or PP that would be insulting. If his father was wanting to get him a GMT and the OP wanted an Explorer would that be OK since the Exp cheaper? I don't think the cost of the item has anything to do with it he just likes another model better. Was my wife insulting to me when she didn't like the watch I wanted to get her? Of course not and I'm really glad she didn't let me spend $8k on a watch she didn't love 100%. All I know is my children will get a Rolex one day and I would be upset if I purchased them a watch and they didn't speak up about liking one better.
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Old 17 October 2012, 12:53 PM   #18
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gwalker says:

"I would be upset if I purchased them a watch and they didn't speak up about liking one better."

Exactly, ...
and perhaps as their father you are smart enough and perceptive enough to go about it in a mature and concerned fashion that allows them a gracious choice.
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Old 17 October 2012, 01:00 PM   #19
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First off congrats! That's a great wedding present, from what sounds like a great dad. I would not settle. Definitely admit to what you want, you're the one who is going to be wearing it.
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Old 17 October 2012, 01:08 PM   #20
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I dun think the cost of the watch is of any matter, but I would think ya should talk to ya dad and say that ya like the other model. And although we should care about the feelings of others, we should be frank to our family members of our feelings rite?

Moreover, I think ya dad would be more upset if the watch is bought but not worn and ya make another purchase. And there's already an Explorer in the family, perhaps another model would be better? Ya two can exchange and wear each others watches! ^_^
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Old 17 October 2012, 01:28 PM   #21
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I think a gift from your dad is great! If you are really set on a GMTII then maybe ask him if you could cover the rest.
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Old 17 October 2012, 02:27 PM   #22
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Old 17 October 2012, 06:54 PM   #23
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Get the one YOU want to wear.
Pay the difference. It'll be well worth it.
Congrats on your marriage.
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