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fleetwood1976 · 6 February 2009, 05:06 PM

This is my first post, and I would like to commend this site for providing a place for rolex junkies to hang out. I recently purchased the watch in my avatar for a little over $6,000.00 and am tickled to death about it. The burlwood rolex 18k president is my mistress. I love it about as much as my wife. Unfortunetly, I have no desire to purchase any other rolex style or design. This is an 18078 that is all original and a one owner. The price tag may be a little steep, but I have yet to find one as nice for the price I paid. When this watch became available to me, I did not hesitate to fork over the cash. Now keep in mind, I make $11.00 an hour at my day job. I refuse to pay over $1 for a loaf of bread. I felt bad about paying $6 for some clearance blue jeans, and I only order off the $1 menu at fast food places. I am furious with the prices of goods and services these days, but can fully justify this purchase and feel absolutley no remorse. I don't know how the rest of you feel, but when I put on the only Rolex watch of my dreams, It is like all is well and there are no worries to be had in this crazy world we live in. I have had many good quality watches over the years but nothing demands the respect of a rolex on your wrist. People do notice. So, I ask, Am I completley out of my mind, or is this normal logic for a rolex collector. Well I had better wrap this up, I need to drive across town to save $.50 a pound on some hamburger.

rijowysock · 6 February 2009, 05:09 PM

dont worry about it.... i was a first year college student with very little money and i blew it all on a tag heuer and ate triscuits for about a month, well and my roomates random food too... i never looked back tho.. life is too short, buy what u want and you'll figure a way to make it work.

Chris B · 6 February 2009, 05:14 PM

Welcome to TRF, from your words I gather you like getting value for money, there's nothing wrong with that & your President was worth every penny, now put it out of your mind & enjoy

A few pics would be nice too

yannis · 6 February 2009, 05:18 PM

Welcome aboard Scrooge!!

Your Rolex is worth every cent mate!! Have fun here at TRF!!

Dalton · 6 February 2009, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yannis7777

Welcome aboard Scrooge!!

Your Rolex is worth every cent mate!! Have fun here at TRF!!

GBJIV · 6 February 2009, 05:24 PM

My friend... You in my opinion are the guy to be wearing the Rolex of Presidents. Enjoy it. Congratulations.

duffer47 · 6 February 2009, 05:43 PM

You just worked 545 hours for a watch

Yume-sama · 6 February 2009, 05:46 PM

You deserve it, you work hard for it, now all you have to do is ENJOY it every single day!

fleetwood1976 · 6 February 2009, 05:58 PM

As requested, here are a few pics.

yannis · 6 February 2009, 06:00 PM

Beautiful watch!!

fleetwood1976 · 6 February 2009, 06:03 PM

If that wasn't enough, here are a few more.

Dalton · 6 February 2009, 06:24 PM

wow those links still look nice and chunky. great looking dial. reminds me of the old days.

Lion · 6 February 2009, 08:07 PM

Very nice purchase of a stunning watch, enjoy and wear in good health. I too do not have deep pockets but do appreciate the beauty in a fine watch. Also be careful this Forum is addicting!!!

brettpaul · 6 February 2009, 08:11 PM

Beautiful watch with the burlwood dial and well worth the wait and EVERY penny! Enjoy the watch in good health sir!!

Alcan · 6 February 2009, 08:20 PM

Hi Fleetwood, welcome aboard!

That burlwood dial and bark bracelet are a winning combination.

2th Dr · 6 February 2009, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcan

...That burlwood dial and bark bracelet are a winning combination.

I second that! Welcome to TRF! And for what it's worth, I think you did good at $6000 for that beauty!

rajurama · 6 February 2009, 09:19 PM

nice! hey lifes too short... stop cribbing and enjoy! Go celebrate and treat urself a nice meal! :)

Trurolexer · 6 February 2009, 09:33 PM

WELCOME TO TRF!!! Great Day-Date!!!

louie · 6 February 2009, 10:20 PM

hey this is niceee!Never knew Rolex has this dial!

cwru32 · 6 February 2009, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fleetwood1976

This is my first post, and I would like to commend this site for providing a place for rolex junkies to hang out. I recently purchased the watch in my avatar for a little over $6,000.00 and am tickled to death about it. The burlwood rolex 18k president is my mistress. I love it about as much as my wife. Unfortunetly, I have no desire to purchase any other rolex style or design. This is an 18078 that is all original and a one owner. The price tag may be a little steep, but I have yet to find one as nice for the price I paid. When this watch became available to me, I did not hesitate to fork over the cash. Now keep in mind, I make $11.00 an hour at my day job. I refuse to pay over $1 for a loaf of bread. I felt bad about paying $6 for some clearance blue jeans, and I only order off the $1 menu at fast food places. I am furious with the prices of goods and services these days, but can fully justify this purchase and feel absolutley no remorse. I don't know how the rest of you feel, but when I put on the only Rolex watch of my dreams, It is like all is well and there are no worries to be had in this crazy world we live in. I have had many good quality watches over the years but nothing demands the respect of a rolex on your wrist. People do notice. So, I ask, Am I completley out of my mind, or is this normal logic for a rolex collector. Well I had better wrap this up, I need to drive across town to save $.50 a pound on some hamburger.

yes my friend you are odd! LOL but you are not alone...
this forum is toxic. it made me fork over lots!

jdc · 6 February 2009, 10:36 PM

Great classic watch

Alan111 · 7 February 2009, 06:28 AM

Holy Sh-t - thats a gorgeous, maginificent watch. Good luck with it and wear it in good health. You're very lucky to have gotten such a great time piece. I always loved that dial, esp combined with the 18k case and pres bracelet.

Taffi Abernathy · 7 February 2009, 09:42 AM

You ask "Am I eccentric?" In a word . . . yes.

sirjohnbrian · 6 February 2009, 10:40 PM

Nice watch, I've been looking at that myself over the past few months and I think you got a really good deal. Unfortunately for you, you are not going to stop...

pedsdoc3 · 6 February 2009, 11:42 PM

beautiful watch, but i warn you that this stuff is addicting. I can tell in your words that you like to appreciate beautiful things and as you start to see more of them on this site it will definitely intoxicate you and like a mistress you will want another and another......all this coming from a pediatrician!!!LOL Have fun brother and make sure when people ask you what time it is, be sure to show em not tell em!!!!!!

kcmo · 7 February 2009, 01:17 AM

Welcome to TRF! We're all a little nutty here so make yourself at home! Congrats on your President......it will keep you smiling for years to come!

ocwatching · 7 February 2009, 01:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kcmo

Welcome to TRF! We're all a little nutty here so make yourself at home! Congrats on your President......it will keep you smiling for years to come!

X2
burlwood and gold...EXCELLENT...and that bracelet...COOL

very interesting watch...
just another nutty rolex fan

touchdowntodd · 7 February 2009, 01:49 AM

i dont make a lot more than you, my wife makes the same as you, and she just bought me my GMTIIc (well all but $2k of it)...

its all about choices my man, live life...

as long as your other finances are in order, nothing wrong with it!

Rolexitis · 7 February 2009, 01:57 AM

You are completely normal...Congrats and welcome to TRF

Dan Pierce · 7 February 2009, 02:10 AM

Interesting and unusual example of a classic reference.

Wear it in good health.

dP

6 February 2009, 05:06 PM	#1
fleetwood1976 Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 49	Am I eccentric? This is my first post, and I would like to commend this site for providing a place for rolex junkies to hang out. I recently purchased the watch in my avatar for a little over $6,000.00 and am tickled to death about it. The burlwood rolex 18k president is my mistress. I love it about as much as my wife. Unfortunetly, I have no desire to purchase any other rolex style or design. This is an 18078 that is all original and a one owner. The price tag may be a little steep, but I have yet to find one as nice for the price I paid. When this watch became available to me, I did not hesitate to fork over the cash. Now keep in mind, I make $11.00 an hour at my day job. I refuse to pay over $1 for a loaf of bread. I felt bad about paying $6 for some clearance blue jeans, and I only order off the $1 menu at fast food places. I am furious with the prices of goods and services these days, but can fully justify this purchase and feel absolutley no remorse. I don't know how the rest of you feel, but when I put on the only Rolex watch of my dreams, It is like all is well and there are no worries to be had in this crazy world we live in. I have had many good quality watches over the years but nothing demands the respect of a rolex on your wrist. People do notice. So, I ask, Am I completley out of my mind, or is this normal logic for a rolex collector. Well I had better wrap this up, I need to drive across town to save $.50 a pound on some hamburger.

6 February 2009, 05:18 PM	#4
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	Welcome aboard Scrooge!! Your Rolex is worth every cent mate!! Have fun here at TRF!! __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

6 February 2009, 05:24 PM	#6
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	My friend... You in my opinion are the guy to be wearing the Rolex of Presidents. Enjoy it. Congratulations. __________________ Jackson

6 February 2009, 05:43 PM	#7
duffer47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: u.s.a. Posts: 71	You just worked 545 hours for a watch __________________ D Series Sub Date....Model 1803 DD Presidential

6 February 2009, 05:58 PM	#9
fleetwood1976 Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 49	As requested, here are a few pics. Attached Images

6 February 2009, 05:09 PM	#2
rijowysock "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Riley Location: 41.89° N, 87.62° Watch: URWERK Posts: 499	dont worry about it.... i was a first year college student with very little money and i blew it all on a tag heuer and ate triscuits for about a month, well and my roomates random food too... i never looked back tho.. life is too short, buy what u want and you'll figure a way to make it work.

6 February 2009, 05:14 PM	#3
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Welcome to TRF, from your words I gather you like getting value for money, there's nothing wrong with that & your President was worth every penny, now put it out of your mind & enjoy A few pics would be nice too

6 February 2009, 05:46 PM	#8
Yume-sama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: CAN / SIN Watch: Plat. Masterpiece Posts: 1,959	You deserve it, you work hard for it, now all you have to do is ENJOY it every single day!

6 February 2009, 06:00 PM	#10
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	Beautiful watch!! __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

6 February 2009, 06:03 PM	#11
fleetwood1976 Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 49	If that wasn't enough, here are a few more. Attached Images

6 February 2009, 06:24 PM	#12
Dalton TechXpert Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Dal Location: Seattle Watch: 168000 Posts: 1,614	wow those links still look nice and chunky. great looking dial. reminds me of the old days.

6 February 2009, 08:07 PM	#13
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Very nice purchase of a stunning watch, enjoy and wear in good health. I too do not have deep pockets but do appreciate the beauty in a fine watch. Also be careful this Forum is addicting!!!

6 February 2009, 08:11 PM	#14
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	Beautiful watch with the burlwood dial and well worth the wait and EVERY penny! Enjoy the watch in good health sir!!

6 February 2009, 08:20 PM	#15
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Hi Fleetwood, welcome aboard! That burlwood dial and bark bracelet are a winning combination. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

6 February 2009, 09:19 PM	#17
rajurama "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Rick Location: Wakanda Watch: amacallit Posts: 2,090	nice! hey lifes too short... stop cribbing and enjoy! Go celebrate and treat urself a nice meal! :)

6 February 2009, 09:33 PM	#18
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	WELCOME TO TRF!!! Great Day-Date!!!

6 February 2009, 10:20 PM	#19
louie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Lewis Location: Earth Watch: The Beast Posts: 1,352	hey this is niceee!Never knew Rolex has this dial! __________________ " I THINK PERFECTION IS UGLY. SOMEWHERE IN THE THINGS HUMANS MAKE, I WANT TO SEE SCARS, FAILURE, DISORDER AND DISTORTION" - YOHJI YAMAMOTO

6 February 2009, 10:36 PM	#21
jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	Great classic watch

7 February 2009, 06:28 AM	#22
Alan111 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 1,605	Holy Sh-t - thats a gorgeous, maginificent watch. Good luck with it and wear it in good health. You're very lucky to have gotten such a great time piece. I always loved that dial, esp combined with the 18k case and pres bracelet.

7 February 2009, 09:42 AM	#23
Taffi Abernathy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Faith Location: Philadelphia, PA Watch: TT DJ, SS DJ Posts: 4,053	You ask "Am I eccentric?" In a word . . . yes.

6 February 2009, 10:40 PM	#24
sirjohnbrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Watch: 'chu lookin' at??? Posts: 964	Nice watch, I've been looking at that myself over the past few months and I think you got a really good deal. Unfortunately for you, you are not going to stop... __________________ "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." Mark Twain "Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true." Homer Simpson SS Midsize DJ 68274 "L" TT Jubilee DJ 116233 "Z" Sea Dweller DS 116660 "V" SS White Dial Daytona "V"

6 February 2009, 11:42 PM	#25
pedsdoc3 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: new orleans Posts: 13	thats funny, i felt the same way.... beautiful watch, but i warn you that this stuff is addicting. I can tell in your words that you like to appreciate beautiful things and as you start to see more of them on this site it will definitely intoxicate you and like a mistress you will want another and another......all this coming from a pediatrician!!!LOL Have fun brother and make sure when people ask you what time it is, be sure to show em not tell em!!!!!!

7 February 2009, 01:17 AM	#26
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Welcome to TRF! We're all a little nutty here so make yourself at home! Congrats on your President......it will keep you smiling for years to come!

7 February 2009, 01:49 AM	#28
touchdowntodd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Todd (Richard) Location: Milwaukee, WI Watch: Deep Sea Sea Dwell Posts: 535	i dont make a lot more than you, my wife makes the same as you, and she just bought me my GMTIIc (well all but $2k of it)... its all about choices my man, live life... as long as your other finances are in order, nothing wrong with it! __________________ 2013 DSSD! (ME) M Series OP No Date,White Arabic,Smooth Bezel(WIFE) Yachtmaster 1 SS/PLAT (wife)

7 February 2009, 01:57 AM	#29
Rolexitis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Earth Watch: 114060 Posts: 3,203	You are completely normal...Congrats and welcome to TRF __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

7 February 2009, 02:10 AM	#30
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	Interesting and unusual example of a classic reference. Wear it in good health. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

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