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Beaumont Miller II · 23 October 2011, 04:19 AM

With the events of last week looming over our hobby like a dark cloud, I think we could use a boost in morale. Let's bring the "focus" back to what sparked our passion...beautiful vintage Rolex watches. Last year's photo contest with the Nato Strap give away was a huge success. This year I would like to sponsor the contest. I already have some volunteers to be judges, but could use some more. For now I see the rules as follows:

1. Five categories: Submariner, Sea Dweller, GMT, Daytona, and Explorer I and II.

2. There will be a limit of two pictures per category per person. So if you have all five of those watches, you may submit 10 pictures.

3. Pictures have to be taken by the person that is submitting them. If you submitted the picture last year, and it won, then it is not eligible this year.

4. If you are a judge for a specific category, you may submit an entry for that category; however, you are not eligible to win. I know that kind of stinks.

5. All photographs may be submitted beginning on November 20, 2011 and will conclude on December 3, 2011. No photographs posted after December 3, 2011 will be judged. That gives everyone 2 weeks to give it their best "shot". This way winners should get their prizes prior to the holidays.

6. The winner in each category can PM me, and I will endeavor to have shipped to their address a Maratac Nato Strap from http://www.broadarrow.net/maratac.htm of their choosing. I have no financial interest in broad arrow whatsoever, but have purchased from them and find them to be reliable in their products and shipping. If the winner does not find a suitable strap there, provided the cost is not substantially different, I would be happy to purchase a strap from a different website and have it shipped to their address.

7. Because I am human and may have left something out or overlooked something, I reserve the right to modify slightly the rules to accommodate some unforeseen circumstances.

So get out the cameras and get busy. I and the judges look forward to seeing some great pictures of your vintage Rolex watches.

Clay · 23 October 2011, 04:28 AM

I'm ready...

Michael M. · 23 October 2011, 04:49 AM

Same here Clay! :)

SPARTAN2161 · 23 October 2011, 05:12 AM

Maybe we could take the winners of the catergories and create a Rolex Forum calendar? Obviously 10 winners then 2 runner ups or a combo of all on 2 other months? Let me know i am willing to create it if people are willing to buy them/send me original photos?

bluemartinifan · 23 October 2011, 05:32 AM

John what a generous timely idea

I have the sub and GMT covered, so I guess I better buy a SD, Daytona and Explorer prior to the contest - so I can enter all categories

HL65 · 23 October 2011, 05:36 AM

X2! Great idea John!

greekbum · 23 October 2011, 05:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steelerfan65

x2! Great idea john!

x3

dddrees · 23 October 2011, 06:16 AM

Great idea John, can't wait to see the pictures.

Submarino · 23 October 2011, 06:41 AM

Great idea! I am in. Should be upload them on this thread or as a separate thread submission?

Thanks.

Beaumont Miller II · 23 October 2011, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Submarino

Great idea! I am in. Should be upload them on this thread or as a separate thread submission?

Thanks.

When the time comes there will be 5 separate threads to upload your best pics.

hennabav · 23 October 2011, 07:20 AM

That's an awesome idea John!

red1108nyc · 23 October 2011, 08:01 AM

I love the idea.... love it John!!!!

Fred

Submarino · 23 October 2011, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beaumont Miller II

When the time comes there will be 5 separate threads to upload your best pics.

Excellent! Thanks for clarifying.

cruvon · 23 October 2011, 12:19 PM

Awesome idea John!

Beaumont Miller II · 23 October 2011, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPARTAN2161

Maybe we could take the winners of the catergories and create a Rolex Forum calendar? Obviously 10 winners then 2 runner ups or a combo of all on 2 other months? Let me know i am willing to create it if people are willing to buy them/send me original photos?

I am sure between all the great watches and photo skills here on TRF that we can come up with 12 incredible pictures. You can count me in for one of the calendars.

YetiBiker · 23 October 2011, 02:28 PM

kudos John, great and timely idea. lets get back to passion.

renfield33 · 23 October 2011, 02:54 PM

not sure about the bad events of the last few days, but a photo contest sounds like a great idea! if only i had a vintage watch...

adt · 23 October 2011, 04:18 PM

great idea i wasnt around for last years photo contest so very excited!

nice one john.

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Chris B · 23 October 2011, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YetiBiker

kudos John, great and timely idea. lets get back to passion.

lhanddds · 23 October 2011, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPARTAN2161

Maybe we could take the winners of the catergories and create a Rolex Forum calendar? Obviously 10 winners then 2 runner ups or a combo of all on 2 other months? Let me know i am willing to create it if people are willing to buy them/send me original photos?

I like the idea

SPARTAN2161 · 24 October 2011, 12:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beaumont Miller II

I am sure between all the great watches and photo skills here on TRF that we can come up with 12 incredible pictures. You can count me in for one of the calendars.

Sounds good. Once the contest is over i will get the 12 photos and create a TRF 2012 2013 desk calendar for people who are interested. Thanks and good luck to all who enter!!

cornerstore · 24 October 2011, 12:33 AM

"With the events of last week looming over our hobby like a dark cloud, I think we could use a boost in morale."
I'm curious what events? I like the contest idea in any event.

Yeager · 24 October 2011, 04:44 AM

Cliff Notes?

sailmed · 24 October 2011, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by patrick09

"With the events of last week looming over our hobby like a dark cloud, I think we could use a boost in morale."
I'm curious what events? I like the contest idea in any event.

Diito

Beaumont Miller II · 24 October 2011, 10:54 AM

The judges are as follows: Clayton aka Clay will be judging the Daytona category, Kyle aka kyle L will be judging the Submariner category, Nikos aka greekbum will be judging the Sea Dweller category, David aka Frogman4me will be judging the GMT category, and Pav aka Onkyo will be judging the Explorer category.

therolexguy · 24 October 2011, 11:01 AM

Sounds good, but can we try and keep this from Kyle finding out?

kyle L · 24 October 2011, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by therolexguy

Sounds good, but can we try and keep this from Kyle finding out?

Just for that, I'm not picking your picture.

I'm looking forward to this!

bb3188 · 24 October 2011, 10:40 PM

John, what a great idea.....
can't wait to see the watch shot !
Cheers

Mark

onkyo · 25 October 2011, 03:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beaumont Miller II

The judges are as follows: Clayton aka Clay will be judging the Daytona category, Kyle aka kyle L will be judging the Submariner category, Nikos aka greekbum will be judging the Sea Dweller category, David aka Frogman4me will be judging the GMT category, and Pav aka Onkyo will be judging the Explorer category.

Awesome!

skyedog · 25 October 2011, 07:39 AM

Sounds great John!!

23 October 2011, 04:19 AM	#1
Beaumont Miller II "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,615	**Alert Photo Contest For 2011** With the events of last week looming over our hobby like a dark cloud, I think we could use a boost in morale. Let's bring the "focus" back to what sparked our passion...beautiful vintage Rolex watches. Last year's photo contest with the Nato Strap give away was a huge success. This year I would like to sponsor the contest. I already have some volunteers to be judges, but could use some more. For now I see the rules as follows: 1. Five categories: Submariner, Sea Dweller, GMT, Daytona, and Explorer I and II. 2. There will be a limit of two pictures per category per person. So if you have all five of those watches, you may submit 10 pictures. 3. Pictures have to be taken by the person that is submitting them. If you submitted the picture last year, and it won, then it is not eligible this year. 4. If you are a judge for a specific category, you may submit an entry for that category; however, you are not eligible to win. I know that kind of stinks. 5. All photographs may be submitted beginning on November 20, 2011 and will conclude on December 3, 2011. No photographs posted after December 3, 2011 will be judged. That gives everyone 2 weeks to give it their best "shot". This way winners should get their prizes prior to the holidays. 6. The winner in each category can PM me, and I will endeavor to have shipped to their address a Maratac Nato Strap from http://www.broadarrow.net/maratac.htm of their choosing. I have no financial interest in broad arrow whatsoever, but have purchased from them and find them to be reliable in their products and shipping. If the winner does not find a suitable strap there, provided the cost is not substantially different, I would be happy to purchase a strap from a different website and have it shipped to their address. 7. Because I am human and may have left something out or overlooked something, I reserve the right to modify slightly the rules to accommodate some unforeseen circumstances. So get out the cameras and get busy. I and the judges look forward to seeing some great pictures of your vintage Rolex watches. __________________

23 October 2011, 05:36 AM	#6
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,005	X2! Great idea John! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

23 October 2011, 06:16 AM	#8
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Great idea John, can't wait to see the pictures. __________________ 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

23 October 2011, 06:41 AM	#9
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	Great idea! I am in. Should be upload them on this thread or as a separate thread submission? Thanks. __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

23 October 2011, 12:19 PM	#14
cruvon "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 4,689	Awesome idea John! __________________ Last thing I remember, I was Running outta sight I had to find the passage back,To the place I was before. ’Relax,’ said this Rolex place,We are programmed to receive. You can checkout any time you like, But you can never leave!

23 October 2011, 04:28 AM	#2
Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	I'm ready...

23 October 2011, 04:49 AM	#3
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	Same here Clay! :)

23 October 2011, 05:12 AM	#4
SPARTAN2161 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Nick H. Location: Amherst, NY Watch: me flip Posts: 1,901	Maybe we could take the winners of the catergories and create a Rolex Forum calendar? Obviously 10 winners then 2 runner ups or a combo of all on 2 other months? Let me know i am willing to create it if people are willing to buy them/send me original photos?

23 October 2011, 05:32 AM	#5
bluemartinifan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Russ Location: Dallas Texas Watch: 5513 Posts: 2,124	John what a generous timely idea I have the sub and GMT covered, so I guess I better buy a SD, Daytona and Explorer prior to the contest - so I can enter all categories

23 October 2011, 07:20 AM	#11
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	That's an awesome idea John!

23 October 2011, 08:01 AM	#12
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	I love the idea.... love it John!!!! Fred

23 October 2011, 02:28 PM	#16
YetiBiker "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Vijay Location: Louisiana, USA Watch: ..sure, why not? Posts: 368	kudos John, great and timely idea. lets get back to passion.

23 October 2011, 02:54 PM	#17
renfield33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Watch: GMT-II Pepsi Posts: 1,051	not sure about the bad events of the last few days, but a photo contest sounds like a great idea! if only i had a vintage watch... __________________ Lug hole loyalist!

23 October 2011, 04:18 PM	#18
adt "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: A Location: SEA Posts: 473	great idea i wasnt around for last years photo contest so very excited! nice one john. Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk __________________ "Collecting is the only socially commendable form of greed" ~ Gene Shwartz

24 October 2011, 12:33 AM	#22
cornerstore "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 4,010	"With the events of last week looming over our hobby like a dark cloud, I think we could use a boost in morale." I'm curious what events? I like the contest idea in any event.

24 October 2011, 04:44 AM	#23
Yeager Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: America Watch: Ho Posts: 368	Cliff Notes?

24 October 2011, 10:54 AM	#25
Beaumont Miller II "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,615	The judges are as follows: Clayton aka Clay will be judging the Daytona category, Kyle aka kyle L will be judging the Submariner category, Nikos aka greekbum will be judging the Sea Dweller category, David aka Frogman4me will be judging the GMT category, and Pav aka Onkyo will be judging the Explorer category. __________________

24 October 2011, 11:01 AM	#26
therolexguy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Todd Location: US Posts: 3,528	Sounds good, but can we try and keep this from Kyle finding out?

24 October 2011, 10:40 PM	#28
bb3188 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: Melbourne Aus Posts: 323	John, what a great idea..... can't wait to see the watch shot ! Cheers Mark

25 October 2011, 07:39 AM	#30
skyedog "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Joey Location: around the Bay Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,942	Sounds great John!!

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