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stevedssd · 22 October 2013, 06:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cop414

So sorry to hear, things like this sicken me. Sounds like you're taking it okay, you weren't injured or worse, the watch can be replaced, your life can't.

+1

So many posts in just over an hour sums up how supportive TRF can be

prismresearch · 22 October 2013, 06:13 AM

.....attitude IS EVERYTHING.........glad to see yours is intact........

Angrypuppy · 22 October 2013, 06:15 AM

Sorry about the watch, but glad you are safe.

SkyKing31 · 22 October 2013, 06:21 AM

Sorry for you're loss but I am glad you are ok. It could have been much worse. I hope you get you're watch back and the scumbag gets locked up forever.

kieselguhr · 22 October 2013, 06:22 AM

Sorry to hear that.

aztral · 22 October 2013, 06:26 AM

Would being on a strap make a watch more difficult to steal? Stories like this is why I wear a seiko when traveling out of the United States. Sorry about your watch.

improviz · 22 October 2013, 06:26 AM

Bummer, glad to hear you're ok!

Vincent65 · 22 October 2013, 06:28 AM

What a shame - lovely AK. Very sorry to hear, but glad not worse. Best wishes.

Jfullm42 · 22 October 2013, 06:32 AM

Sucks! I had a Sub stolen in 09' and found in a pawn shop in PDX, had to buy the stupid thing back and take the people to court, won (obviously) and awarded restitution. I didn't see a dime till magically this year some small amounts started coming in... It may turn up or may not, worst feeling ever though, took 4 months to find mine :( Hopefully they find your quicker

How · 22 October 2013, 06:35 AM

Sorry to hear that; glad u are ok mate.

WatchFeen · 22 October 2013, 06:39 AM

sickening, sorry for your loss!

iazrollie · 22 October 2013, 06:45 AM

I hope they catch those dirtbags.

subtona · 22 October 2013, 06:50 AM

wow, that stinks!

i just came back from BA on the 13th, I stayed in Palermo as well,

sorry to chime in this way but, I actually forgot this until i read your thread, i guess i put it out of my head...I did have a moment of concern during a midnight dinner, 4 guys started mulling around my outdoor table, they had a bad presence about them, the restaurant owner came out, there was some words exchanged and the guys went on their way, I had my hand on my steak knife and was certain i was about to be mugged at that moment...i have traveled a lot and have never felt like i did at that moment, my head was racing.

i also took a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, as well as some tango lessons in BA.

as others have said, the most important thing is you are alright!
lets see some pics

kieselguhr · 22 October 2013, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aztral

Would being on a strap make a watch more difficult to steal? Stories like this is why I wear a seiko when traveling out of the United States. Sorry about your watch.

You could have bracelet made from superman's hide and it wouldn't matter. It's the pins that give.

incontrol · 22 October 2013, 07:19 AM

Crazy story, so sorry this happened to you. At least you are OK! Hopefully they catch the losers and put them away for a long time.

Psmith · 22 October 2013, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sous

Sorry to hear about this attack, and theft.

I would suggest seeing your family doctor to make sure everything is ok with your neck and head. What can sometimes seem like a minor tussle can cause issues later on.

This ^

Sensible advice

bayerische · 22 October 2013, 07:30 AM

Really sorry to hear!

Dr. Robert · 22 October 2013, 07:35 AM

Bummer, I feel your pain. I got mugged in my hometown of San Francisco a long while ago
& my sub was stolen.
Hopefully the SOB who stole your rolex will go to a place after he dies where he'll be whipped daily with a giant oyster bracelet.

Maxtor · 22 October 2013, 07:39 AM

Sorry to hear about this terrible experience. Thankfully you are ok.

Cru Jones · 22 October 2013, 07:39 AM

Sickening. Sorry. :-(

SixPak · 22 October 2013, 07:40 AM

Sorry to hear about your misfortune and glad you are alright and did not sustain any physical injury. It's refreshing to know there were lots of people who came to your aid.

GradyPhilpott · 22 October 2013, 07:44 AM

Sorry to hear of your mugging.

I was mugged in New Orleans.

A group of no less than ten crackheads swarmed me, pushed me down and took everything but my watch, a Casio Databank, and my pants.

That event made a profound affect on my life and got me motivated to get my act together and go to grad school.

I hope that you can replace your AK and that eventually the one that was stolen will be returned to you.

JGX · 22 October 2013, 07:47 AM

Sorry buddy. Same thing happened to me once in Naples. The fact that you are unscathed is, nonetheless, the most important thing.

psv · 22 October 2013, 08:12 AM

So sorry hear that. Good reminder, I'm heading to BA in a couple of weeks and I'll make sure to leave valuables at home.

Chainring · 22 October 2013, 08:24 AM

Good news is you are OK and weren't hurt. Bad news is your went through a traumatic experience and lost your Rolex. Not much more to say. One can be mugged anytime, anyplace. I'm sorry you had this experience. If you are still in Buenos Aires and are a US citizen, I recommend you take a copy of the police report to the Regional Security Officer at the US Embassy. Sometimes the RSO can follow up on your behalf on things like this.

DJ TT 2002 · 22 October 2013, 08:26 AM

A nasty bit of business!
Stolen AK= Thousands
The Fact That You Are Unharmed= Priceless

mvmbles · 22 October 2013, 08:46 AM

Terrible. I'm hoping for a positive outcome to this situation for you.

Grumpy Badger · 22 October 2013, 08:49 AM

I hope you get your watch back and I hope that the thiefs next sh*t is a hedgehog!

Racerdj · 22 October 2013, 08:53 AM

Sorry for your loss.

boogiebot · 22 October 2013, 09:05 AM

that sucks man. glad you are ok.

i will make sure to go watchless if am ever there on vacation

22 October 2013, 06:13 AM	#32
prismresearch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Keith Location: Orange County, CA Watch: 118238 Posts: 241	My Thoughts....... .....attitude IS EVERYTHING.........glad to see yours is intact........

22 October 2013, 06:26 AM	#37
improviz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: your step Posts: 2,806	Bummer, glad to hear you're ok! __________________ 116520 white; 16613 black; 116710; 16570 polar; 16600. AP 15400; 15703. Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. Glashutte Sport Evo GMT. Omega Planet Ocean 2907.50.91; Planet Ocean Liquidmetal LE 222.30.42.20.01.001; Seamaster 2255.80.00. Breitling Crosswind, white. Panerai PAM 005. VC Overseas Chrono, black.

22 October 2013, 06:32 AM	#39
Jfullm42 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Jeff Location: Seattle, WA Watch: 5513 Posts: 4,235	Sucks! I had a Sub stolen in 09' and found in a pawn shop in PDX, had to buy the stupid thing back and take the people to court, won (obviously) and awarded restitution. I didn't see a dime till magically this year some small amounts started coming in... It may turn up or may not, worst feeling ever though, took 4 months to find mine :( Hopefully they find your quicker __________________ Instagram - Jfullm42time / Jfullm42time2 (backup)

22 October 2013, 06:45 AM	#42
iazrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Ian Location: NY Watch: All of them Posts: 3,245	I hope they catch those dirtbags. __________________ Rolex, PPs, Breitling

22 October 2013, 06:50 AM	#43
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,601	wow, that stinks! i just came back from BA on the 13th, I stayed in Palermo as well, sorry to chime in this way but, I actually forgot this until i read your thread, i guess i put it out of my head...I did have a moment of concern during a midnight dinner, 4 guys started mulling around my outdoor table, they had a bad presence about them, the restaurant owner came out, there was some words exchanged and the guys went on their way, I had my hand on my steak knife and was certain i was about to be mugged at that moment...i have traveled a lot and have never felt like i did at that moment, my head was racing. i also took a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, as well as some tango lessons in BA. as others have said, the most important thing is you are alright! lets see some pics Attached Images __________________

22 October 2013, 06:15 AM	#33
Angrypuppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Jason Location: FL390 Posts: 2,376	Sorry about the watch, but glad you are safe.

22 October 2013, 06:21 AM	#34
SkyKing31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Manalapan Florida Watch: Tridor Masterpiece Posts: 2,819	Sorry for you're loss but I am glad you are ok. It could have been much worse. I hope you get you're watch back and the scumbag gets locked up forever.

22 October 2013, 06:22 AM	#35
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,623	Sorry to hear that.

22 October 2013, 06:26 AM	#36
aztral "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SF, CA Posts: 5	Would being on a strap make a watch more difficult to steal? Stories like this is why I wear a seiko when traveling out of the United States. Sorry about your watch.

22 October 2013, 06:28 AM	#38
Vincent65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Switzerland Posts: 14,298	What a shame - lovely AK. Very sorry to hear, but glad not worse. Best wishes.

22 October 2013, 06:35 AM	#40
How "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbourne Watch: 16610, Tudor 1960 Posts: 1,554	Sorry to hear that; glad u are ok mate.

22 October 2013, 06:39 AM	#41
WatchFeen "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Keifer Location: Katy Watch: Sub 116610 LV Posts: 571	sickening, sorry for your loss!

22 October 2013, 07:19 AM	#45
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	Crazy story, so sorry this happened to you. At least you are OK! Hopefully they catch the losers and put them away for a long time. __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

22 October 2013, 07:30 AM	#47
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	Really sorry to hear! __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

22 October 2013, 07:35 AM	#48
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,297	Bummer, I feel your pain. I got mugged in my hometown of San Francisco a long while ago & my sub was stolen. Hopefully the SOB who stole your rolex will go to a place after he dies where he'll be whipped daily with a giant oyster bracelet. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

22 October 2013, 07:39 AM	#49
Maxtor 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Max Location: Toronto Watch: Exp 1, DJ Tuxedo Posts: 2,472	Sorry to hear about this terrible experience. Thankfully you are ok.

22 October 2013, 07:39 AM	#50
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,303	Sickening. Sorry. :-(

22 October 2013, 07:40 AM	#51
SixPak "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Phong Location: Toronto Posts: 2,718	Sorry to hear about your misfortune and glad you are alright and did not sustain any physical injury. It's refreshing to know there were lots of people who came to your aid.

22 October 2013, 07:44 AM	#52
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	Sorry to hear of your mugging. I was mugged in New Orleans. A group of no less than ten crackheads swarmed me, pushed me down and took everything but my watch, a Casio Databank, and my pants. That event made a profound affect on my life and got me motivated to get my act together and go to grad school. I hope that you can replace your AK and that eventually the one that was stolen will be returned to you. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

22 October 2013, 07:47 AM	#53
JGX "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Wales, UK Posts: 789	Sorry buddy. Same thing happened to me once in Naples. The fact that you are unscathed is, nonetheless, the most important thing.

22 October 2013, 08:12 AM	#54
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	So sorry hear that. Good reminder, I'm heading to BA in a couple of weeks and I'll make sure to leave valuables at home.

22 October 2013, 08:24 AM	#55
Chainring "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Grand Junction CO Watch: A few, not enough. Posts: 1,725	Good news is you are OK and weren't hurt. Bad news is your went through a traumatic experience and lost your Rolex. Not much more to say. One can be mugged anytime, anyplace. I'm sorry you had this experience. If you are still in Buenos Aires and are a US citizen, I recommend you take a copy of the police report to the Regional Security Officer at the US Embassy. Sometimes the RSO can follow up on your behalf on things like this.

22 October 2013, 08:26 AM	#56
DJ TT 2002 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Hollywood 1950 Posts: 4,103	A nasty bit of business! Stolen AK= Thousands The Fact That You Are Unharmed= Priceless

22 October 2013, 08:46 AM	#57
mvmbles "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Nick Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 759	Terrible. I'm hoping for a positive outcome to this situation for you.

22 October 2013, 08:49 AM	#58
Grumpy Badger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: Bonny Scotland Watch: 14060M Sub (cosc) Posts: 5,280	I hope you get your watch back and I hope that the thiefs next sht is a hedgehog! __________________ Don't mind me. I'm full of scotch, bitterness and impure thoughts!* "You have enemies? Good! That means you stood up for something, sometime in your life." Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill KG, OM, CH, TD, PC, DL, FRS.

22 October 2013, 08:53 AM	#59
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	Sorry for your loss. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

22 October 2013, 09:05 AM	#60
boogiebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: canada Watch: me post! Posts: 3,804	that sucks man. glad you are ok. i will make sure to go watchless if am ever there on vacation

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