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Old 21 December 2016, 02:08 AM   #31
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The strap looks very flexible. Beautiful watch. Congratulations.

Isn't that band a bit hot, though...?
No not at all because it is touching the wrist only in a small area because of the flaps on the inside of the bracelet:

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Old 21 December 2016, 02:20 AM   #32
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I got it from an AD and he measured my wrist size and mounted the right strap for me. If you buy not by an AD, you have to be lucky with the bracelet size.
Thanks, I had suspected as much.

Congrats again...gorgeous watch.
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Old 21 December 2016, 02:26 AM   #33
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Probably my favourite piece....in fact wearing it now.
Beautiful pics too.
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Old 21 December 2016, 03:03 AM   #34
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Great shots of a beautiful watch. Congrats
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Old 21 December 2016, 03:12 AM   #35
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Beautiful. Amazing macro shots. How do you size the rubber strap?
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Old 21 December 2016, 03:40 AM   #36
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Watch photographs well....enjoy it
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Old 21 December 2016, 03:50 AM   #37
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In person it looks way better than in any pic!
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Old 21 December 2016, 03:50 AM   #38
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Sweet! Congrats!
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Old 21 December 2016, 03:57 AM   #39
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Old 21 December 2016, 04:00 AM   #40
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Huge congrat's, fantastic pics!
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Old 21 December 2016, 04:02 AM   #41
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Beautiful. Amazing macro shots. How do you size the rubber strap?
I believe they offer 3 different sizes (different straps).
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Old 21 December 2016, 04:08 AM   #42
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Jep. 3 different sizes for each side (6 and 12 o clock)
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Old 21 December 2016, 05:33 AM   #43
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Love it and big congrats- one of my personal favorites too!
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Old 21 December 2016, 05:49 AM   #44
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Exquisite!
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Old 21 December 2016, 05:50 AM   #45
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Wonderful pics and collection!
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Old 21 December 2016, 06:07 AM   #46
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Beautiful, congrats - I wish that bezel insert was an option for the SS/Plat version
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Old 21 December 2016, 07:44 AM   #47
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Hey,

just want to show you my newest and first gold Rolex.
It it the ref 116655 with matte ceramic bezel insert, oysterflex bracelet and in beautiful everose. The oysterflex is just a pleasure to wear. Keeps the watch where it should be.

Here are some pics, hope you enjoy it:










And some macro shots:





Beautiful. Very nice macro shots 👍

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Old 21 December 2016, 10:31 AM   #48
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Nice watch and great pics.
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Old 21 December 2016, 10:54 AM   #49
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Beautiful Rolex! I have a special place on my wrist for that one...


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Old 21 December 2016, 11:30 AM   #50
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I adore mine, really great watch
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Old 21 December 2016, 11:30 AM   #51
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Old 21 December 2016, 11:43 AM   #52
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This is a really beautiful watch! I love the rubber and rose gold combination and that red lettering is a killer! congrats
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Old 21 December 2016, 11:51 AM   #53
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Beautiful!!!!!!
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Old 21 December 2016, 01:07 PM   #54
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Nice acquisition, it's a beauty and superlative!
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Old 21 December 2016, 02:16 PM   #55
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Great watch, really like that reference!
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Old 21 December 2016, 06:15 PM   #56
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Probably my favourite gold Rolex. Beautiful balanced contrast of black with the rose gold.

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Old 21 December 2016, 06:58 PM   #57
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Great pics, enjoy the hat beauty.
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Old 21 December 2016, 10:48 PM   #58
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amazing looking piece. My absolute grail. Many congratulations
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Old 22 December 2016, 01:40 AM   #59
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Thank all of you, really happy with it!
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Old 22 December 2016, 01:43 AM   #60
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Thank all of you, really happy with it!
What camera and lens combo did you use for your pictures? (I apologize if it's been asked and I missed it).
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