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Old 18 September 2007, 12:23 PM   #1
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I'm a Rolex Man now !!!

Well guys and gals, I've been watching the forum for several weeks now, absorbing all the great advice and admiring all the great photos and have finally made my first Rolex purchase.

The Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II Ceramic

Bought it this afternoon from a local AD in celebration of my Crown Achievement (50th birthday on October 6).

The only condition imposed by my wife is ...... I can't wear it until my birthday

I did get the bracelot fitted and all the plastic removed and actually did wear it for about 5 minutes in the store.

It is a beautiful watch and the weight/size on my wrist is perfect.

I never thought I would actually look forward to my 50th birthday but I'm looking very forward to that day now


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Old 18 September 2007, 12:26 PM   #2
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Excellent!

If she won't let you wear it, will she at least let you take pictures of it for us?

I think this watch is next on my list.
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:28 PM   #3
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Congratulations
Couldn't think of a nicer momento for your 50th
I think your wife wants to tease you until 6 October
The GMT II Ceramic is too cool
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:29 PM   #4
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The wifey won't let you wear it..

What are you.......Man or mouse ????






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Old 18 September 2007, 12:30 PM   #5
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Good for you. What a great way to celebrate the big 50! Warning: Rolex watches are like M&M's. Gotta have more.
Congrats & enjoy,
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:36 PM   #6
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Congratulations!! Wear your beautiful watch in good health. Now all we need here are some pics...
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:37 PM   #7
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Congratulations sir! May you wear it in good health and don't forget to post some pics!

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Old 18 September 2007, 12:44 PM   #8
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Excellent!

If she won't let you wear it, will she at least let you take pictures of it for us?

I think this watch is next on my list.
Yes she did !!!! Just no wrist shots




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Old 18 September 2007, 12:49 PM   #9
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http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=22305

Your name and flag should be in this list now.
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:53 PM   #10
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That's a sharp looking watch. The torture of waiting for it will make it that much more fun when you do get it!
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:55 PM   #11
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The wifey won't let you wear it..

What are you.......Man or mouse ????






(my wife doesn't know I write this stuff)



Congrats on a great watch. Three weeks to wait until you can wear it though, that is sheer torture. But what else are wives for.
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:57 PM   #12
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awesome bayhill, exactly what we wanted!!
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:58 PM   #13
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Excellent!

If she won't let you wear it, will she at least let you take pictures of it for us?

I think this watch is next on my list.
TT Black Sub?
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:58 PM   #14
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Oh and congratulations!
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:58 PM   #15
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Congrats....wear in good health
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Old 18 September 2007, 12:59 PM   #16
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Well as a fellow member of the over the hill set...

one nice thing that happens in your 50s (I'm 57) is that you get some of the things that you would like to have. I also have the new GMT II C, and it is a winner. Happy Birthday, and congratulations.
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Old 18 September 2007, 01:09 PM   #17
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Congratulations Bayhill!!
Happy 50th Birthday to you as well!!
You now own (but can't wear until 10/6) one of the most perfect watches on earth...IMHO :)
Looks great by the way!!! I'm sure the wrist shots will look even better! Can't wait!

Congratulations again...and wear it in good health...so you can get the solid gold version for your 100th Birthday!

Aloha!
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Old 18 September 2007, 01:36 PM   #18
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Since you have to wait until 6 October, I feel sorry for you if you are like some of us on TRF. You may end up flipping it, before it even gets on your wrist!!!!!

Congrads on a great watch and Happy Birthday!!
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Old 18 September 2007, 01:44 PM   #19
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Congrats bayhill my wife insisted i buy from an AD.Had to wait 5 wks for it to come in. Called the AD at least 10 times. I know exactly how you feel. Best of luck.
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Old 18 September 2007, 05:48 PM   #20
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Congratulations and if I could let me wish you a happy birthday, you and JJ should have a birthday party as his is very close to yours.
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Old 18 September 2007, 07:48 PM   #21
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Congrats. You will love it!
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Old 18 September 2007, 08:32 PM   #22
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Congratulations on becoming a Rolex Man!

But you know what?

You WERE a Rolex Man already BEFORE you bought it, my friend!

The watch does not make the man!

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Old 18 September 2007, 08:45 PM   #23
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Congratulations!

Great pictures, too.
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Old 18 September 2007, 10:41 PM   #24
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Old 18 September 2007, 11:24 PM   #25
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Well guys and gals, I've been watching the forum for several weeks now, absorbing all the great advice and admiring all the great photos and have finally made my first Rolex purchase.

The Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II Ceramic

Bought it this afternoon from a local AD in celebration of my Crown Achievement (50th birthday on October 6).

The only condition imposed by my wife is ...... I can't wear it until my birthday

I did get the bracelot fitted and all the plastic removed and actually did wear it for about 5 minutes in the store.

It is a beautiful watch and the weight/size on my wrist is perfect.

I never thought I would actually look forward to my 50th birthday but I'm looking very forward to that day now


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Old 18 September 2007, 11:57 PM   #26
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AWESOME!!!! The first Rolex is almost as good as your first.........!!!
ENJOY!!!
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Old 19 September 2007, 12:04 AM   #27
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Old 19 September 2007, 12:35 AM   #28
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I'm sure the wait will be worth it! Happy Birthday in advance and congrats on a fine watch
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Old 19 September 2007, 01:18 AM   #29
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Congradulations on your 50th. What's for birthday 51?

Boy, you must have the patience of Jude to not wear it until your real birthday. (Or did your wife threaten to take it back if you put it on?? )

Nawh, sounds like a great and fun relationship and something you can talk about long after.

I splurged on my 50th and have never stopped. In that sense, it's great getting old.

Welcome to the club.
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Old 19 September 2007, 01:56 AM   #30
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That's a great looking watch, alright. Thanks for posting the photos.

Me, I'd be tempted to wear it when the wife's out of the house.
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