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never2late · 18 September 2011, 12:46 AM

My adult Son has always admired the few rolex watches that I've owned over the years and has come to appreciate a quality watch. Unfortunately, because of the economic situation in the country he hasn't been able to afford a Rolex of his own. Back in 2005, he lost a great position he held for eight years due to downsizing. He's moved to Chicago and Dallas for very good jobs that were unfortunately then cut because of economic reasons. He recently returned to Ohio where he's worked short term positions that were the only employment available. Thankfully, about three weeks ago he landed a great position with decent pay, good hours and a very nice benefits package. However, he now has to make up for a lot of lost time and certainly won't be in any position to purchase a Rolex any time soon.
He'll be turning 40 and I though it would be a nice jesture to part with my Sub C and let him enjoy the ownership of a Rolex watch. I hope in some small way this will make up for some of the disapointment he's suffered due to the economy. Its also a reward for not giving up on himself and even though sometimes failing, getting back up and trying again and again. And yeah, just beacuse I love my Son. That too.

dalip · 18 September 2011, 12:48 AM

Jerry....it'll be a wonderful moment and well deserved by the sounds of it. Having said that the only reason you really ever need is the last one you cite...

GradyPhilpott · 18 September 2011, 01:20 AM

Lucky son!

I think he's endured enough to deserve a gift that will keep on giving.

You're also a very generous and loving father.

Your son is doubly lucky.

masterserg · 18 September 2011, 01:24 AM

Brilliant!

Art 1 · 18 September 2011, 01:41 AM

Nice gesture.

BXNupe · 18 September 2011, 02:02 AM

Well done!

BarkMaster · 18 September 2011, 02:05 AM

Awesome!

(I am available for adoption, by the way

)

jatco · 18 September 2011, 03:33 AM

That is truely a fabulous gesture...and Im sure he's estatic...!!

sleddog · 18 September 2011, 03:42 AM

That would be a proud moment Jerry, for both you and your son!

It sounds like he deserves it, so I think it's a great idea!

gmh1013 · 18 September 2011, 03:43 AM

In my almost 54 years Ive never seen such a bad economy with no end in sight...
Im sure your son will enjoy the Rolex for many many years!

Colnago · 18 September 2011, 04:00 AM

Jerry, that's a wonderful thing to do.....my son isn't as old (he'll be 20 next month) but he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes last year and at round about the same time one of his oldest friends died very young......I had a Rolex that was always destined for his wrist....it was specially wrapped for Christmas morning, I felt the time was right......he'd had a kick in the teeth of life and had to grow up quick and take responsibility as well as cope with the loss of a friend.....he literally could not speak for five minutes or so.....he never wore a watch before but has not taken the watch I gave him from his wrist since Christmas......

It will mean so much to your son....way more than you think it will mean...trust me....again, it's a wonderful think you are doing...hats off to you sir!!!

TSW · 18 September 2011, 04:08 AM

Lovely gesture!

cedargrove · 18 September 2011, 04:26 AM

Very nice of you.

Sarajevo · 18 September 2011, 04:30 AM

Lovely story, and a testament to your own decency and that you doubtless helped instil in your son. If there is a choice between great parents and money, I know which I would take.

z32turbo · 18 September 2011, 04:34 AM

Very nice!

never2late · 18 September 2011, 05:43 AM

Thanks to all who replied. Your sincerity is greatly appreciated. I gave my Son the watch and the accessories, etc this afternoon and he was floored. I've only had the Sub C since April so he thought it would be many, many years before he would acquire it. We had a great moment together and I'm glad I decided to give it to him now rather than later. This way he can enjoy it while he's still relatively young and I can witness that enjoyment.

Barkmaster; I would adopt you but I only have one watch left.
Colnago; thank you, I wish you and your Son the best.

kcmo · 18 September 2011, 06:24 AM

You sound like an amazing father, Jerry. I'm sure your son will cherish that watch for a lifetime!

lavaman · 18 September 2011, 09:10 AM

Great gesture, man. When I begin my next life, my son will have my watch collection. it has my watches, and also my dad's, my granddad's, and my great-great granddad's pocket watch from the 1900s.

awesome gesture. maybe I will give him one a little early (he's only 6 now)

East Bay Rider · 18 September 2011, 09:21 AM

Wonderful

dddrees · 18 September 2011, 09:27 AM

Great Gesture, and here's to a long lasting position this time so he can finally move forward without any further interuptions.

Grissom · 18 September 2011, 09:45 AM

A great memory was just made!

psv · 18 September 2011, 11:38 AM

You are a goof father, Jerry. Well done.

Chipmunk · 18 September 2011, 11:52 AM

You are a generous man.

93 Turbo · 18 September 2011, 01:12 PM

Jerry that is a fantastic gesture and I wish you and your son all the prosperity and good health for the future.

JimSnyder · 18 September 2011, 01:14 PM

perpetualman88 · 18 September 2011, 01:16 PM

your post gave me goosebumps. Sounds like your son is very deserving of a fine watch because it seems that he is a fine man. I wish good health to you and your son and hope I get to share a moment like that when i have a son of my own one day

Widows Son · 18 September 2011, 01:16 PM

Nice gesture neighbor!!!!! My 11 month old son always managed to lock onto whatever watch I'm wearing at the time.

93 Turbo · 18 September 2011, 01:22 PM

Jerry that is a fantastic gesture and I wish you and your son all the prosperity and good health for the future.

gwalker · 18 September 2011, 01:51 PM

Great choice. Sometimes it actually means much more to you as a gift from someone you really love than if you had to work for the watch yourself. I'm sure he will wear it very proudly and think of you everytime he puts it on. Great story.

Bisquitlips · 18 September 2011, 02:09 PM

Good fathers are a rarity. Loving fathers even more so.

That gift and the memory of it will stay with him for the rest of his life.

My compliments!

18 September 2011, 12:46 AM	#1
never2late "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Jerry Location: Cleveland, Ohio Watch: 116610LN Posts: 827	Gave one of my watches to my Son. My adult Son has always admired the few rolex watches that I've owned over the years and has come to appreciate a quality watch. Unfortunately, because of the economic situation in the country he hasn't been able to afford a Rolex of his own. Back in 2005, he lost a great position he held for eight years due to downsizing. He's moved to Chicago and Dallas for very good jobs that were unfortunately then cut because of economic reasons. He recently returned to Ohio where he's worked short term positions that were the only employment available. Thankfully, about three weeks ago he landed a great position with decent pay, good hours and a very nice benefits package. However, he now has to make up for a lot of lost time and certainly won't be in any position to purchase a Rolex any time soon. He'll be turning 40 and I though it would be a nice jesture to part with my Sub C and let him enjoy the ownership of a Rolex watch. I hope in some small way this will make up for some of the disapointment he's suffered due to the economy. Its also a reward for not giving up on himself and even though sometimes failing, getting back up and trying again and again. And yeah, just beacuse I love my Son. That too.

18 September 2011, 12:48 AM	#2
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Jerry....it'll be a wonderful moment and well deserved by the sounds of it. Having said that the only reason you really ever need is the last one you cite... __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

18 September 2011, 01:20 AM	#3
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	Lucky son! I think he's endured enough to deserve a gift that will keep on giving. You're also a very generous and loving father. Your son is doubly lucky. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

18 September 2011, 01:24 AM	#4
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	Brilliant! __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

18 September 2011, 02:05 AM	#7
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	Awesome! (I am available for adoption, by the way ) __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

18 September 2011, 01:41 AM	#5
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Nice gesture.

18 September 2011, 02:02 AM	#6
BXNupe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boston, MA - USA Watch: SS GMTc Posts: 191	Well done!

18 September 2011, 03:33 AM	#8
jatco 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Thomas Location: YVR Watch: 116233/79190 Posts: 50,567	That is truely a fabulous gesture...and Im sure he's estatic...!! __________________ . ..- ' A Crown for every achievement '

18 September 2011, 03:42 AM	#9
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	That would be a proud moment Jerry, for both you and your son! It sounds like he deserves it, so I think it's a great idea! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

18 September 2011, 03:43 AM	#10
gmh1013 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: greg Location: Tempe AZ Watch: GMT Posts: 5,703	In my almost 54 years Ive never seen such a bad economy with no end in sight... Im sure your son will enjoy the Rolex for many many years!

18 September 2011, 04:00 AM	#11
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	Jerry, that's a wonderful thing to do.....my son isn't as old (he'll be 20 next month) but he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes last year and at round about the same time one of his oldest friends died very young......I had a Rolex that was always destined for his wrist....it was specially wrapped for Christmas morning, I felt the time was right......he'd had a kick in the teeth of life and had to grow up quick and take responsibility as well as cope with the loss of a friend.....he literally could not speak for five minutes or so.....he never wore a watch before but has not taken the watch I gave him from his wrist since Christmas...... It will mean so much to your son....way more than you think it will mean...trust me....again, it's a wonderful think you are doing...hats off to you sir!!! __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

18 September 2011, 04:08 AM	#12
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Lovely gesture! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

18 September 2011, 04:26 AM	#13
cedargrove "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rich Location: Canada Watch: Milgauss, GMT IIc Posts: 3,013	Very nice of you.

18 September 2011, 04:30 AM	#14
Sarajevo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: The Netherlands Watch: 16600371701 Posts: 1,271	Lovely story, and a testament to your own decency and that you doubtless helped instil in your son. If there is a choice between great parents and money, I know which I would take.

18 September 2011, 04:34 AM	#15
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	Very nice! __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

18 September 2011, 05:43 AM	#16
never2late "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Jerry Location: Cleveland, Ohio Watch: 116610LN Posts: 827	Thanks to all who replied. Your sincerity is greatly appreciated. I gave my Son the watch and the accessories, etc this afternoon and he was floored. I've only had the Sub C since April so he thought it would be many, many years before he would acquire it. We had a great moment together and I'm glad I decided to give it to him now rather than later. This way he can enjoy it while he's still relatively young and I can witness that enjoyment. Barkmaster; I would adopt you but I only have one watch left. Colnago; thank you, I wish you and your Son the best.

18 September 2011, 06:24 AM	#17
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	You sound like an amazing father, Jerry. I'm sure your son will cherish that watch for a lifetime!

18 September 2011, 09:10 AM	#18
lavaman Banned Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: The Airport Watch: what happens next Posts: 1,942	Great gesture, man. When I begin my next life, my son will have my watch collection. it has my watches, and also my dad's, my granddad's, and my great-great granddad's pocket watch from the 1900s. awesome gesture. maybe I will give him one a little early (he's only 6 now)

18 September 2011, 09:21 AM	#19
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,074	Wonderful __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

18 September 2011, 09:27 AM	#20
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Great Gesture, and here's to a long lasting position this time so he can finally move forward without any further interuptions. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

18 September 2011, 09:45 AM	#21
Grissom "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Nathan Location: US, Latin America Watch: GMT IIc 18K/SS Posts: 3,349	A great memory was just made! __________________ *(Member NAWCC since 1976)* 116713LN GMT-IIc 18k/SS (Z) + 116520 SS Daytona (M) + 16700 GMT Master (A) + 16610LV Submariner (V) + 16600 Sea Dweller (Z) + 116400 Milgauss White Dial (V) + 70330N Tudor Heritage Chronograph Grey w/Black Sub Dials (J) + 5513 Submariner Serif Dial (5.2 Mil) Who else needs an Intervention? (109 297) (137 237) (73 115) (221) (23) (56) (229) P-Club Member #5 RIP JJ Irani - TRF Legend

18 September 2011, 11:38 AM	#22
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	You are a goof father, Jerry. Well done.

18 September 2011, 11:52 AM	#23
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	You are a generous man. __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

18 September 2011, 01:12 PM	#24
93 Turbo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Australia Watch: Rolex.Tudor.PAM Posts: 1,554	Jerry that is a fantastic gesture and I wish you and your son all the prosperity and good health for the future.

18 September 2011, 01:14 PM	#25
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,726	__________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

18 September 2011, 01:16 PM	#26
perpetualman88 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: David Farkas Location: Los Angeles Watch: 116610, 5712/1A Posts: 8,182	your post gave me goosebumps. Sounds like your son is very deserving of a fine watch because it seems that he is a fine man. I wish good health to you and your son and hope I get to share a moment like that when i have a son of my own one day __________________ Instagram: @SwissWatchTime

18 September 2011, 01:16 PM	#27
Widows Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson Ohio Posts: 3,564	Nice gesture neighbor!!!!! My 11 month old son always managed to lock onto whatever watch I'm wearing at the time.

18 September 2011, 01:22 PM	#28
93 Turbo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Australia Watch: Rolex.Tudor.PAM Posts: 1,554	Jerry that is a fantastic gesture and I wish you and your son all the prosperity and good health for the future.

18 September 2011, 01:51 PM	#29
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	Great choice. Sometimes it actually means much more to you as a gift from someone you really love than if you had to work for the watch yourself. I'm sure he will wear it very proudly and think of you everytime he puts it on. Great story.

18 September 2011, 02:09 PM	#30
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Good fathers are a rarity. Loving fathers even more so. That gift and the memory of it will stay with him for the rest of his life. My compliments! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

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