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dal1234 · 14 March 2021, 01:24 AM

Does anybody else hate it when......

People only use reference codes, for example

I have a 2017 yahchtmaster rose gold and chocolate, SS sub date 2018, TT yellow gold blue sub 2018, YG sub 2019, TT Daytona YG black diamond face 2021,and a WG grey dial Daytona oyster flex 2021

And I have not got a clue what any of the reference numbers are

rambo99 · 14 March 2021, 01:29 AM

i like both.

dal1234 · 14 March 2021, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by rambo99

i like both.

That’s perfect then everybody understands

Mystro · 14 March 2021, 01:41 AM

You could easily just learn the reference numbers. What’s so hard about that? I would prefer everyone speak English around the world when I travel but that’s really my issue and obstacle to overcome and adapt.

Tools · 14 March 2021, 01:43 AM

Nothing wrong with self-education.

Cigars&Watches · 14 March 2021, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dal1234

Does anybody else hate it when......

People only use reference codes, for example

I have a 2017 yahchtmaster rose gold and chocolate, SS sub date 2018, TT yellow gold blue sub 2018, YG sub 2019, TT Daytona YG black diamond face 2021,and a WG grey dial Daytona oyster flex 2021

And I have not got a clue what any of the reference numbers are

Older Rolex aficionados use reference numbers as they really know their stuff. I just look them up and add them to chats when appropriate to make it look like I know my stuff.

I like the terms Pepsi, coke, Rootbeer, kermits, etc.

S’portEye · 14 March 2021, 01:46 AM

Google is your friend.

desmomini · 14 March 2021, 01:47 AM

Yeah, it's a bit annoying. The shorthand makes sense if you're a dealer and work with this stuff for hours a day.

SMD · 14 March 2021, 01:48 AM

There was a time when this board used ref numbers instead of cartoon nicknames. The good old days.

vh2k · 14 March 2021, 01:49 AM

I don’t care if people use reference numbers, model names, or nicknames. Whatever gets the point across.

dal1234 · 14 March 2021, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by desmomini

Yeah, it's a bit annoying. The shorthand makes sense if you're a dealer and work with this stuff for hours a day.

It’s not about having to look up and google every time, the numbers are just nerdy, look at how clever I am, and as for learning them

brandrea · 14 March 2021, 02:02 AM

Hate is a strong word ... resevered for silly nicknames.

1995akcoop · 14 March 2021, 02:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dal1234

Does anybody else hate it when......

People only use reference codes, for example

I have a 2017 yahchtmaster rose gold and chocolate, SS sub date 2018, TT yellow gold blue sub 2018, YG sub 2019, TT Daytona YG black diamond face 2021,and a WG grey dial Daytona oyster flex 2021

And I have not got a clue what any of the reference numbers are

You’re not alone, I hate it too ~ Yea I have a rolex reference # 1652385 . Man, just say you have a Sub or whatever that is lol

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Mystro · 14 March 2021, 02:25 AM

This will allow you to convey any model to a dealer and still sound like a educated adult. I have field tested this method for over 30 years around the world.

Newest Black Ceramic Sub, Older Black Ceramic Sub, Blue two tone Sub, New BLNR, Old BLNR, BLRO, Black ceramic Daytona, White ceramic Daytona, new black Deep Sea, Black Deep Sea, Deep Sea Cameron, Sub LVC, etc......

mk2jag · 14 March 2021, 02:29 AM

No hate here......reference numbers are all part of this wonderful hobby!

Have an awesome 114060 day!

steeevvvooo · 14 March 2021, 02:40 AM

Speaking in reference numbers allows us nerds to communicate faster. Nothing wrong with that. Think of the millions of forum hours saved by people not having to read "Rolex daytona ceramic" and just seeing 116500. I jest, a little, but I feel like enough of a nerd to know most references and it it easier for me.

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garyk · 14 March 2021, 02:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dal1234

Does anybody else hate it when......

People only use reference codes, for example

I have a 2017 yahchtmaster rose gold and chocolate, SS sub date 2018, TT yellow gold blue sub 2018, YG sub 2019, TT Daytona YG black diamond face 2021,and a WG grey dial Daytona oyster flex 2021

And I have not got a clue what any of the reference numbers are

Been fun for me learning the reference numbers from folks here. Not fond of nicknames in every case but I now recognize some of the numbers!

LTlhr · 14 March 2021, 03:40 AM

I hate it more when people use completely meaningless thread titles...

GradyPhilpott · 14 March 2021, 04:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dal1234

Does anybody else hate it when......

People only use reference codes, for example

I have a 2017 yahchtmaster rose gold and chocolate, SS sub date 2018, TT yellow gold blue sub 2018, YG sub 2019, TT Daytona YG black diamond face 2021,and a WG grey dial Daytona oyster flex 2021

And I have not got a clue what any of the reference numbers are

Reference numbers are the only way to be specific about the particular watch being discussed.

If you don't know a what a reference number means, use Google, e.g., "Rolex 1503."

Nicknames might work in many cases, but they're still fuzzy compared to reference numbers.

The easiest thing is to just grow up and get with the program

doramas · 14 March 2021, 04:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dal1234

Does anybody else hate it when......

People only use reference codes, for example

I have a 2017 yahchtmaster rose gold and chocolate, SS sub date 2018, TT yellow gold blue sub 2018, YG sub 2019, TT Daytona YG black diamond face 2021,and a WG grey dial Daytona oyster flex 2021

And I have not got a clue what any of the reference numbers are

I prefer reference numbers to silly nicknames (Batman, Batgirl, Hulk, Cermit...).

dba · 14 March 2021, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SMD

There was a time when this board used ref numbers instead of cartoon nicknames. The good old days.

Yes, the cartoon nicknames can cease and desist at any time.

brucethemanlee · 14 March 2021, 04:12 AM

i interchangeably use both and can converse in both

Meyrin · 14 March 2021, 04:20 AM

Quote:

Does anybody else hate it when......
People only use reference codes, for example

I know what you mean! I only joined this forum in summer 2019, and had a hard time at first getting to grips with the myriad of Rolex reference numbers. I only knew then that my Sub is a 14060 and the previous model a 5513. But I'm getting there...!

JSolution · 14 March 2021, 04:24 AM

They make sense when you learn how to read them. easier to buy/search for models aswell.

Nikrnic · 14 March 2021, 04:28 AM

Is this why there are nicknames or is this why they shouldn't....

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IamJacky · 14 March 2021, 04:30 AM

I remember when I first joined this forum and I was so confused with all the reference numbers, it was pretty confusing to me.

But now I absolutely love it when people can actually specify the exact reference number of a certain watch, especially with the name/description of the watch too.

Justinmg · 14 March 2021, 05:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SMD

There was a time when this board used ref numbers instead of cartoon nicknames. The good old days.

Agree, plus I like to expand my knowledge of the hobby.

SN13 · 14 March 2021, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dal1234

Does anybody else hate it when......

People only use reference codes, for example

I have a 2017 yahchtmaster rose gold and chocolate, SS sub date 2018, TT yellow gold blue sub 2018, YG sub 2019, TT Daytona YG black diamond face 2021,and a WG grey dial Daytona oyster flex 2021

And I have not got a clue what any of the reference numbers are

You mean a 116623, 116610, 116613, 116618, 116503, 116508

I think i got those right.

dal1234 · 14 March 2021, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SN13

You mean a 116623, 116610, 116613, 116618, 116503, 116508

I think i got those right.

Lol, now I Know

Sprezzatura!, · 14 March 2021, 05:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doramas

I prefer reference numbers to silly nicknames (Batman, Batgirl, Hulk, Cermit...).

X2

Much prefer reference numbers

14 March 2021, 01:24 AM	#1
dal1234 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: uk Watch: PP,VC,SUB,GMT,PAN Posts: 146	Does anybody else hate it Does anybody else hate it when...... People only use reference codes, for example I have a 2017 yahchtmaster rose gold and chocolate, SS sub date 2018, TT yellow gold blue sub 2018, YG sub 2019, TT Daytona YG black diamond face 2021,and a WG grey dial Daytona oyster flex 2021 And I have not got a clue what any of the reference numbers are

14 March 2021, 01:43 AM	#5
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Nothing wrong with self-education. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

14 March 2021, 02:40 AM	#16
steeevvvooo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: London Posts: 1,365	Speaking in reference numbers allows us nerds to communicate faster. Nothing wrong with that. Think of the millions of forum hours saved by people not having to read "Rolex daytona ceramic" and just seeing 116500. I jest, a little, but I feel like enough of a nerd to know most references and it it easier for me. Sent from my VOG-L09 using Tapatalk __________________ Once you aquire your "grail"... then what?!

14 March 2021, 03:40 AM	#18
LTlhr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: London Posts: 119	I hate it more when people use completely meaningless thread titles... __________________ Breitling: Avenger GMT (Red Arrows). Bremont: Supersonic. Hublot: Classic Fusion Chrono (Blue). Panerai: Luminor Base. Patek Philippe: 5905R Annual Calendar Chrono. Rolex: Day-Date WG Olive Green, Sky-Dweller RG Choc, Daytona YG Green, Daytona WG Blue, Submariner (Hulk), Submariner (Kermit), GMT II (Batgirl), GMT II (Pepsi), Sea-Dweller (SD43), OP41 (Silver), Air-King, Datejust (1967 Vintage).

14 March 2021, 04:30 AM	#26
IamJacky "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Kuala Lumpur Posts: 1,018	I remember when I first joined this forum and I was so confused with all the reference numbers, it was pretty confusing to me. But now I absolutely love it when people can actually specify the exact reference number of a certain watch, especially with the name/description of the watch too. __________________ Two-Factor Authentication Enabled

14 March 2021, 01:29 AM	#2
rambo99 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Tokyo Watch: SD43,PAM1616,Hulk Posts: 3,567	i like both.

14 March 2021, 01:41 AM	#4
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,510	You could easily just learn the reference numbers. What’s so hard about that? I would prefer everyone speak English around the world when I travel but that’s really my issue and obstacle to overcome and adapt.

14 March 2021, 01:46 AM	#7
S’portEye "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: Shreveport Posts: 1,416	Google is your friend.

14 March 2021, 01:47 AM	#8
desmomini "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: SouthEast Posts: 158	Yeah, it's a bit annoying. The shorthand makes sense if you're a dealer and work with this stuff for hours a day.

14 March 2021, 01:48 AM	#9
SMD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: SMD Location: LGA/EWR/ORD Watch: AP/PP Posts: 3,701	There was a time when this board used ref numbers instead of cartoon nicknames. The good old days.

14 March 2021, 01:49 AM	#10
vh2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: USA Posts: 3,018	I don’t care if people use reference numbers, model names, or nicknames. Whatever gets the point across.

14 March 2021, 02:02 AM	#12
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,091	Hate is a strong word ... resevered for silly nicknames.

14 March 2021, 02:25 AM	#14
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,510	This will allow you to convey any model to a dealer and still sound like a educated adult. I have field tested this method for over 30 years around the world. Newest Black Ceramic Sub, Older Black Ceramic Sub, Blue two tone Sub, New BLNR, Old BLNR, BLRO, Black ceramic Daytona, White ceramic Daytona, new black Deep Sea, Black Deep Sea, Deep Sea Cameron, Sub LVC, etc......

14 March 2021, 02:29 AM	#15
mk2jag "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Netherlands Posts: 1,040	No hate here......reference numbers are all part of this wonderful hobby! Have an awesome 114060 day!

14 March 2021, 04:12 AM	#22
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,575	i interchangeably use both and can converse in both

14 March 2021, 04:24 AM	#24
JSolution "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Jay Location: England Watch: SkyD Posts: 6,398	They make sense when you learn how to read them. easier to buy/search for models aswell.

14 March 2021, 04:28 AM	#25
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	Is this why there are nicknames or is this why they shouldn't.... Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk

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