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JCB62 · 1 September 2015, 12:42 AM

I'm about to embark on a Mediterranean cruise with my wife and some friends and was of course planning wearing my 30 year old 16750. We start in Barcelona and have stops and excursions in Toulon, Florence, Rome, Mykonos, Istanbul, Athens, and wind up in Venice. My friend who is a more experienced international traveler then me is leaving his Sub at home to avoid getting it lifted or drawing any unwanted attention. Is that really necessary? What are your thoughts? Thanks!

tkerrmd · 1 September 2015, 12:43 AM

wear it and enjoy it and the trip

watchwatcher · 1 September 2015, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

wear it and enjoy it and the trip

Couldn't agree more.

Rockrolex · 1 September 2015, 12:46 AM

Don't wear it anywhere. Send it to me for safekeeping.

travisb · 1 September 2015, 12:47 AM

Wear your watch.

beshannon · 1 September 2015, 12:49 AM

I would wear mine as I always do. That is what insurance is for.

Annan · 1 September 2015, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Don't wear it anywhere. Send it to me for safekeeping.

No....don't trust him......send it to me!

jwill051 · 1 September 2015, 12:58 AM

Wear and enjoy

Rockrolex · 1 September 2015, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Annan

No....don't trust him......send it to me!

You can trust me, but I wouldn't trust Ron as far as I could throw him. You can safely send it to me. I will guard it well and keep any harm from coming to it.

bbressler · 1 September 2015, 01:04 AM

Insure and wear it. If you'll be getting in the water have it pressure tested before you go. The GMT was made for international trips!

Leodagan · 1 September 2015, 01:07 AM

Nice trip, .. but no need to ask for your watch if it's only to tell you come to Europa... lol ;-))

padi56 · 1 September 2015, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by JCB62

I'm about to embark on a Mediterranean cruise with my wife and some friends and was of course planning wearing my 30 year old 16750. We start in Barcelona and have stops and excursions in Toulon, Florence, Rome, Mykonos, Istanbul, Athens, and wind up in Venice. My friend who is a more experienced international traveler then me is leaving his Sub at home to avoid getting it lifted or drawing any unwanted attention. Is that really necessary? What are your thoughts? Thanks!

Do you or your friend wear your watch in the USA I would expect you would have as much chance as how you put get it lifted there as anywhere else in the big wide world.Millions upon millions of Rolex watches are worn daily in most all the countries you have mentioned.Now if you go around anywhere in this world with a sign on your forehead saying look here I am wearing a Rolex perhaps then you might be asking for trouble use common sense you will have no problem.

J!m · 1 September 2015, 01:20 AM

Maybe if you were heading to the Democratic Republic of Congo would I suggest leaving it home and taking a Timex (or g-shock)...

Otherwise, enjoy!

JCB62 · 1 September 2015, 01:22 AM

Pretty much my thoughts exactly! thanks! Bon Voyage.

cruise_bone · 1 September 2015, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by JCB62

I'm about to embark on a Mediterranean cruise with my wife and some friends and was of course planning wearing my 30 year old 16750. We start in Barcelona and have stops and excursions in Toulon, Florence, Rome, Mykonos, Istanbul, Athens, and wind up in Venice. My friend who is a more experienced international traveler then me is leaving his Sub at home to avoid getting it lifted or drawing any unwanted attention. Is that really necessary? What are your thoughts? Thanks!

None of those cities are any different than NYC, LA, Boston, etc., with the exception that YOU may look more touristy there and stand out as a target a bit more.
But it's not like you are going to dangerous third world countries. Just stay alert and you will have no issues.

cruise_bone · 1 September 2015, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by JCB62

I'm about to embark on a Mediterranean cruise with my wife and some friends and was of course planning wearing my 30 year old 16750. We start in Barcelona and have stops and excursions in Toulon, Florence, Rome, Mykonos, Istanbul, Athens, and wind up in Venice. My friend who is a more experienced international traveler then me is leaving his Sub at home to avoid getting it lifted or drawing any unwanted attention. Is that really necessary? What are your thoughts? Thanks!

None of those cities are any different than NYC, LA, Boston, etc., with the exception that YOU may look more touristy there and stand out as a target a bit more.
But it's not like you are going to dangerous third world countries. Just stay alert and you will have no issues.

Wear and enjoy.

Tri-Tip · 1 September 2015, 01:55 AM

Insure it and wear it tastefully.

Old Geezer · 1 September 2015, 01:58 AM

Insure it, wear it and enjoy it. Sounds like you may be others in small groups during your site seeing which will lessen the likelihood of being picked out for a hard mugging. Of course as we should do anyways, be aware of your surroundings.

Spartacus · 1 September 2015, 02:03 AM

Just be aware, some thieves in those areas may not go after your watch, but may go directly for your wallet. Pick-pocketing is a lot more common in dense areas where your eyes are on other things.

I disagree that NYC, LA or Boston are comparable to the cities you have listed. Apples and Oranges.

gummy · 1 September 2015, 02:06 AM

Have fun on your trip WITH your watch!

Sounds like fun.

sgt10p · 1 September 2015, 02:07 AM

In my third year of touring Europe in a motorhome (RV) with my LV Sub. Never had a problem always keep it on my wrist.

Have a great trip.

carwash66 · 1 September 2015, 02:16 AM

Wear it and have fun. After a day or so you'll probably stop worrying and be glad you have it.

Erix · 1 September 2015, 02:17 AM

Wear it an enjoy it.
I am traveling within Europe every week with my sub and never had any problems.

Cheers

petereoin · 1 September 2015, 02:22 AM

Keep it in your safe, watches are not meant to be worn....... why risk it.....

Headshrinker · 1 September 2015, 02:25 AM

Wear and have fun.

997.2 · 1 September 2015, 02:26 AM

Wear it

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Cinquecento · 1 September 2015, 02:27 AM

I hear instead of actually lifting the watch its much easier for thieves to cut off your hand and slide the watch right off, this is very common in the places you are visiting

doubleinfive · 1 September 2015, 02:43 AM

Is it safe to leave it at home? Once you figure out where your watch will be safer, at home or with you on the trip, act accordingly...

OrangeSport · 1 September 2015, 02:47 AM

Yeah, there's quite a few of us over here in Europe wearing Rolex right now. Nobody notices! I was actually wearing two for a day the other day, and nobody even seemed to notice that!

Mick P · 1 September 2015, 02:55 AM

Jack

I am retired and spend six months a year gallivanting around Europe. I always wear a Rolex and not one person has ever noticed it. Only a WIS will notice it, most normal people will be either looking at the architecture or discreetly staring at the bums of the opposite sex.

I am soon off to Madrid and then Barcelona and will be wearing my Sub Date.

Just wear it and relax, it really is no big deal.

Regards

Mick

1 September 2015, 12:42 AM	#1
JCB62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Jack Location: SE Michigan Watch: 1985 GMT Master SS Posts: 322	Safe to travel with my watch? I'm about to embark on a Mediterranean cruise with my wife and some friends and was of course planning wearing my 30 year old 16750. We start in Barcelona and have stops and excursions in Toulon, Florence, Rome, Mykonos, Istanbul, Athens, and wind up in Venice. My friend who is a more experienced international traveler then me is leaving his Sub at home to avoid getting it lifted or drawing any unwanted attention. Is that really necessary? What are your thoughts? Thanks! __________________ JCB62 Rolex GMT Master Pepsi 16750 SS Rolex Submariner 14060 No Date SS Tag Heuer Aquaracer 500M

1 September 2015, 12:46 AM	#4
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,968	Don't wear it anywhere. Send it to me for safekeeping. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

1 September 2015, 12:49 AM	#6
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I would wear mine as I always do. That is what insurance is for. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

1 September 2015, 01:22 AM	#14
JCB62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Jack Location: SE Michigan Watch: 1985 GMT Master SS Posts: 322	Pretty much my thoughts exactly! thanks! Bon Voyage. __________________ JCB62 Rolex GMT Master Pepsi 16750 SS Rolex Submariner 14060 No Date SS Tag Heuer Aquaracer 500M

1 September 2015, 02:17 AM	#23
Erix "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Nice, France Watch: D Sub date 16610 Posts: 929	Wear it an enjoy it. I am traveling within Europe every week with my sub and never had any problems. Cheers __________________ Nice is nice

1 September 2015, 12:43 AM	#2
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	wear it and enjoy it and the trip

1 September 2015, 12:47 AM	#5
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Wear your watch.

1 September 2015, 12:58 AM	#8
jwill051 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Jim Location: Maine & Florida Watch: 16710,116619 Posts: 540	Wear and enjoy

1 September 2015, 01:04 AM	#10
bbressler "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Texas Watch: Exp, GMTII, Sub Posts: 1,184	Insure and wear it. If you'll be getting in the water have it pressure tested before you go. The GMT was made for international trips!

1 September 2015, 01:07 AM	#11
Leodagan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: belgium Posts: 229	Nice trip, .. but no need to ask for your watch if it's only to tell you come to Europa... lol ;-))

1 September 2015, 01:20 AM	#13
J!m "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Jim Location: Connecticut Watch: this! Hold my beer Posts: 2,839	Maybe if you were heading to the Democratic Republic of Congo would I suggest leaving it home and taking a Timex (or g-shock)... Otherwise, enjoy!

1 September 2015, 01:55 AM	#17
Tri-Tip "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CA, USA Watch: Out!!! Posts: 6,474	Insure it and wear it tastefully.

1 September 2015, 01:58 AM	#18
Old Geezer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: South Carolina Posts: 5,287	Insure it, wear it and enjoy it. Sounds like you may be others in small groups during your site seeing which will lessen the likelihood of being picked out for a hard mugging. Of course as we should do anyways, be aware of your surroundings.

1 September 2015, 02:03 AM	#19
Spartacus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: DC Watch: Daytona Posts: 2,745	Just be aware, some thieves in those areas may not go after your watch, but may go directly for your wallet. Pick-pocketing is a lot more common in dense areas where your eyes are on other things. I disagree that NYC, LA or Boston are comparable to the cities you have listed. Apples and Oranges.

1 September 2015, 02:06 AM	#20
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	Have fun on your trip WITH your watch! Sounds like fun.

1 September 2015, 02:07 AM	#21
sgt10p "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Pete Location: Hoylake, UK Watch: 126610LV Posts: 227	In my third year of touring Europe in a motorhome (RV) with my LV Sub. Never had a problem always keep it on my wrist. Have a great trip.

1 September 2015, 02:16 AM	#22
carwash66 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Watch: Rolex/Tudor Posts: 1,421	Wear it and have fun. After a day or so you'll probably stop worrying and be glad you have it.

1 September 2015, 02:22 AM	#24
petereoin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ireland Watch: 5513,16610 Posts: 217	Keep it in your safe, watches are not meant to be worn....... why risk it.....

1 September 2015, 02:25 AM	#25
Headshrinker "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NJ Watch: Day-Date Posts: 4,056	Wear and have fun.

1 September 2015, 02:26 AM	#26
997.2 Banned Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Chaz Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Posts: 2,721	Wear it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 September 2015, 02:27 AM	#27
Cinquecento "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: At home Posts: 523	I hear instead of actually lifting the watch its much easier for thieves to cut off your hand and slide the watch right off, this is very common in the places you are visiting __________________ - 116718 GMT II Black Dial - 116680 Yacht-Master II SS - 16610 Submariner Y Serial - 116520 Daytona Black Dial

1 September 2015, 02:43 AM	#28
doubleinfive "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: CA Posts: 655	Is it safe to leave it at home? Once you figure out where your watch will be safer, at home or with you on the trip, act accordingly...

1 September 2015, 02:47 AM	#29
OrangeSport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: Essex, UK Watch: 14060M Posts: 2,943	Yeah, there's quite a few of us over here in Europe wearing Rolex right now. Nobody notices! I was actually wearing two for a day the other day, and nobody even seemed to notice that! __________________

1 September 2015, 02:55 AM	#30
Mick P Banned Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: UK / Spain Watch: 39mm Explorer Posts: 1,990	Jack I am retired and spend six months a year gallivanting around Europe. I always wear a Rolex and not one person has ever noticed it. Only a WIS will notice it, most normal people will be either looking at the architecture or discreetly staring at the bums of the opposite sex. I am soon off to Madrid and then Barcelona and will be wearing my Sub Date. Just wear it and relax, it really is no big deal. Regards Mick

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