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Swaggy P · 20 March 2015, 09:38 AM

I own a TT, by the way, but I really want to know what people think... Is it a poor man's attempt at owning a gold watch?

Chewbacca · 20 March 2015, 09:40 AM

um, no. its not WT.

funny.

Token74 · 20 March 2015, 09:45 AM

In lots of cases, yes. I bought the latest TT Sub but if I'm honest, I wanted the WG Sub but couldn't justify the cost. Flipped the TT three months later as it wasn't really me.

However, lots of people I know love the look of the TT and some prefer it to the all gold as gold can be too bling for some and too heavy for others.

Only you know if you bought it because it's a lot cheaper than the full gold.

What I would say, is that no 'poor man' I know owns a Rolex, and certainly not a TT!

Buschy · 20 March 2015, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Token74

In lots of cases, yes. I bought the latest TT Sub but if I'm honest, I wanted the WG Sub but couldn't justify the cost. Flipped the TT three months later as it wasn't really me.

However, lots of people I know love the look of the TT and some prefer it to the all gold as gold can be too bling for some and too heavy for others.

Only you know if you bought it because it's a lot cheaper than the full gold.

What I would say, is that no 'poor man' I know owns a Rolex, and certainly not a TT!

No but "white trash" might own a Rolex. Hahaaaa

vipergts · 21 March 2015, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Buschy

No but "white trash" might own a Rolex. Hahaaaa

funny

Kaiser10 · 21 March 2015, 12:48 AM

The whole thing is somewhat comical. And to boot the guy owns a TT so there obviously is no evil implied by the op. Get over it and wear what pleases you. People are going to form opinions for whatever reasons and I say who gives a rip. Of course this is my opinion.

Swaggy P · 20 March 2015, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Token74

In lots of cases, yes. I bought the latest TT Sub but if I'm honest, I wanted the WG Sub but couldn't justify the cost. Flipped the TT three months later as it wasn't really me.

However, lots of people I know love the look of the TT and some prefer it to the all gold as gold can be too bling for some and too heavy for others.

Only you know if you bought it because it's a lot cheaper than the full gold.

What I would say, is that no 'poor man' I know owns a Rolex, and certainly not a TT!

I do think people use the bling excuse in place of truly being able to afford the gold models...

Token74 · 20 March 2015, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Swaggy P

I do think people use the bling excuse in place of truly being able to afford the gold models...

Sure they do in some cases, but not all. I found the TT too bling for me, so in hindsight I certainly couldn't carry off all-gold!

Also, some people have a cut off for what they are prepared to spend on a watch. My cut-off has historically been £10k, because up to that point I am happy to wear it almost anywhere and do almost anything with it. Once it goes above £10k I think I'd treat it differently. My collection at one point was worth about £30k, which is not a lot for this forum! But it showed I could have had a gold Rolex if I could have got over the psychological threshold I have!

And hey, if people can't afford a gold watch but can get themselves a TT Rolex, they shouldn't be worrying too much about things!! Don't be fooled by what others on here have, there are some very wealthy members on here and it can skew your own judgement of yourself sometimes if you're not careful.

Thunderbird88 · 20 March 2015, 09:41 AM

What the actual f?

Are you for real?

Swaggy P · 20 March 2015, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Thunderbird88

What the actual f?

Are you for real?

Yes.

RICHARD_LEWIS · 20 March 2015, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Thunderbird88

What the actual f?

Are you for real?

Swaggy P · 20 March 2015, 09:42 AM

Why does it get such a bad rap then? I personally love mine...

Chewbacca · 20 March 2015, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Swaggy P

Why does it get such a bad rap then? I personally love mine...

i don't think it does.

as long as you like it, that's all that matters.

cop414 · 20 March 2015, 09:48 AM

Doesn't get a bad rap here,,,

RolexRon456 · 20 March 2015, 09:51 AM

Copped this pic from Instagram. Amazing watch

Furbo · 20 March 2015, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Swaggy P

Why does it get such a bad rap then? I personally love mine...

You must be listening to some stupid people. If you love it, that's all that matters.

joli160 · 20 March 2015, 07:52 PM

If TT is trashy than what are SS watches

Token74 · 20 March 2015, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by joli160

If TT is trashy than what are SS watches

They are for supremely wealthy people who 'like to be understated'!!

I'm thoroughly enjoying this thread. It's brilliant. I can't decide which responses are amusing me more - those showing a sense of humour - or those showing utter disdain!

P.S. Rolex is obviously just a poor mans Lange, no matter the metal!

eightbore · 20 March 2015, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Token74

P.S. Rolex is obviously just a poor mans Lange, no matter the metal!

More than a bit of truth in that humor! There are certainly people, and probably some posting here, for whom an all Gold GMT or Sub is "amateur hour" when it comes to watch spending. Just as there are people who might buy a new Benz on a whim (and with cash) just as a weekend driver stored at their vacation home, there are those who see Rolex in general as horologically quaint and decidedly "upper middle class". Does that make the whole brand "white trash"....well, that all depends on one's perspective I suppose. Frankly, I have always liked my "new money" purchases over the years. :)

Converse to the above, the wealthiest guy I know (and who earned every bit of it) still wears his Dad's stainless Omega from the 1940s. I doubt VERY seriously if he owns another watch. I also doubt he has ever bought a new car (he hates depreciation) and I know he bought his current home (must be worth a cool million or more these days) at a bankruptcy auction 25 years ago...and effectively paid an apple and an egg for it.

Anthon · 20 March 2015, 08:28 PM

People will always look down on those below. It's human nature, there is no end to it. So why bother? Mind you that gold is a barbaric relic and that Rolexes are pure obsolete indulgence.

roadie1 · 20 March 2015, 09:49 AM

Yep

mjm800 · 20 March 2015, 09:51 AM

Personally, I do not like TT but I've never thought they were WT. LOL!

Andad · 20 March 2015, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Swaggy P

I own a TT, by the way, but I really want to know what people think... Is it a poor man's attempt at owning a gold watch?

Only if the 'white trash' cap fits you Swaggy.

Franks07 · 20 March 2015, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Only if the 'white trash' cap fits you Swaggy.

This!

The whole "white trash" dialogue is ludicrous. I own a TT Sub and my watch (which is one of several and not close to my most expensive) is hands down and far and away the nicest watch amongst my social circle and really... Who cares anyway. I have an extremely wealthy friend (8 figures) and he is proud to say he has never spent more than $100 on a watch. Measuring a person's social status by the timepiece they wear is a slippery slope at best.
Crazy thread

never2late · 21 March 2015, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Franks07

This!

The whole "white trash" dialogue is ludicrous. I own a TT Sub and my watch (which is one of several and not close to my most expensive) is hands down and far and away the nicest watch amongst my social circle and really... Who cares anyway. I have an extremely wealthy friend (8 figures) and he is proud to say he has never spent more than $100 on a watch. Measuring a person's social status by the timepiece they wear is a slippery slope at best.
Crazy thread

As someone once said; 'never measure a man by what's in his wallet.'

HL65 · 20 March 2015, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Only if the 'white trash' cap fits you Swaggy.

inLine4 · 20 March 2015, 09:53 AM

Geez...

jp1166610 · 20 March 2015, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by inline4

geez...

indeed

Chewbacca · 20 March 2015, 09:54 AM

this thread's gonna last a while me thinks.

melons · 20 March 2015, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

this thread's gonna last a while me thinks.

Oh yes...

20 March 2015, 09:38 AM	#1
Swaggy P Banned Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Westland, MI Posts: 143	Is TT White Trash? I own a TT, by the way, but I really want to know what people think... Is it a poor man's attempt at owning a gold watch?

20 March 2015, 09:45 AM	#3
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	In lots of cases, yes. I bought the latest TT Sub but if I'm honest, I wanted the WG Sub but couldn't justify the cost. Flipped the TT three months later as it wasn't really me. However, lots of people I know love the look of the TT and some prefer it to the all gold as gold can be too bling for some and too heavy for others. Only you know if you bought it because it's a lot cheaper than the full gold. What I would say, is that no 'poor man' I know owns a Rolex, and certainly not a TT! __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

20 March 2015, 09:48 AM	#14
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,234	Doesn't get a bad rap here,,, __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

20 March 2015, 09:51 AM	#15
RolexRon456 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: USA Posts: 440	Copped this pic from Instagram. Amazing watch Attached Images

20 March 2015, 07:52 PM	#17
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,759	If TT is trashy than what are SS watches __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

20 March 2015, 09:40 AM	#2
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	um, no. its not WT. funny.

21 March 2015, 12:48 AM	#6
Kaiser10 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 152	The whole thing is somewhat comical. And to boot the guy owns a TT so there obviously is no evil implied by the op. Get over it and wear what pleases you. People are going to form opinions for whatever reasons and I say who gives a rip. Of course this is my opinion.

20 March 2015, 09:41 AM	#9
Thunderbird88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Sweden Watch: 16713 & 116610LV Posts: 368	What the actual f? Are you for real?

20 March 2015, 09:42 AM	#12
Swaggy P Banned Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Westland, MI Posts: 143	Why does it get such a bad rap then? I personally love mine...

20 March 2015, 08:28 PM	#20
Anthon "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: The Netherlands Watch: Explorer Posts: 545	People will always look down on those below. It's human nature, there is no end to it. So why bother? Mind you that gold is a barbaric relic and that Rolexes are pure obsolete indulgence.

20 March 2015, 09:49 AM	#21
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,149	Yep

20 March 2015, 09:51 AM	#22
mjm800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,950	Personally, I do not like TT but I've never thought they were WT. LOL! __________________

20 March 2015, 09:53 AM	#27
inLine4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: KC Location: GMT-5 Watch: GSAR Posts: 2,104	Geez... __________________ "Be Real, Buy Real."

20 March 2015, 09:54 AM	#29
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	this thread's gonna last a while me thinks.

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