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Swi · 7 February 2009, 09:06 AM

Hey Fellas or Ladies,

What does your partner think of your watch obsession?

My wife cannot fully understand what I see in watches. In fairness though, she authorized my last buy. And then she said, "this is the last time"!(No criticism from any of you on this one! Marriage is a two way street.)

Let me know if you feel like you're tip toeing around every time you open up that new Rolex Brochure and price list or if you find yourself looking over your shoulder anytime your logging on to TRF.

Can I get some support from you guys out there on TRF on this one!?

Please let me know I am not alone!

Please feel free to let my wife know I am not mad!!!!!

Art 1 · 7 February 2009, 09:16 AM

My wife does not mind, in fact she has bought some watches for me.

cpsomas · 7 February 2009, 09:41 AM

My wife doesn't understand the watch obsession either. My trick is to buy her a significant gift first (jewelry, purses, etc), then bring home the new Rolex.

Obviously this isn’t a common occurrence as I don’t have the funds to support two habits, but it has worked for the three watches I have purchased like a charm!

swissautopro · 7 February 2009, 09:45 AM

My wife thinks my watch obsession (that's what it is) is great. In fact, she bought my Longines for me out of the blue. When she graduated from medical school, she bought herself an Omega Seamaster that she loves. In fact, I think she wants a Rolex, which I intend to get for her soon.

esm · 7 February 2009, 09:51 AM

my wife doesn't mind. In fact she always suggest we should go look at watches whenever we go past one. One brand she can not stand is Tag.
She has already picked out a tt rose gold date just for me but I'm trying to get her to like a daytona at the moment.
Don't think she would like a rolex though. She is an omega girl. She loves her seamaster aqua terra and speedy date. She was looking at the constillation not too long ago.

SirLoki · 7 February 2009, 09:56 AM

my gf doesnt mind, she thinks its ridiculous that i have this many watches, but again i point at her clothes and shoes then she rolls her eyes and stops talking haha

East Bay Rider · 7 February 2009, 09:56 AM

I always had cheapo watches before she bought me my GMT. I always liked watches and wanted an automatic. Now she thinks I should be satisfied with one. I love this watch and will never get rid of it but I like others too and would like to expand my "collection" (of one).

Launch Mini · 7 February 2009, 09:57 AM

My wife is fine with it. She has a couple nice ones too.
Now, the girl who sat beside me at a Charity event last night, thought I was on par with a comic book geek.
She noticed the Panerai and started asking questions about it.
I might have well been speaking in a foreign language to her.
I tried putting it in female terms ( clothing, handbags, shoes) but she wasn't in to any of those.

kcmo · 7 February 2009, 10:07 AM

I'll chime in, though my situation is a bit different since I have to 'hear it' from my HUSBAND!

We've had countless 'discussions' (OK, I mean arguments!

) over the years about my watch obsession.....when we met, he had an $80 Citizen and I had just bought my first fine watch, a Cartier Tank Francais mid-size. He couldn't believe that I spent over $2k for a watch!!!

Years later, while I'm STILL the WIS, he's been somewhat converted...he sports a Sub Date now that he adores!

But I still have to hear it when I so much as mention thinking about another Rolex.....

BLSampson · 7 February 2009, 10:29 AM

As long as I get the dishes done, she is fine with me looking at watches.

karwath · 7 February 2009, 10:37 AM

So long as the watches to jewelry ration is 1:10, one should do fine.

Actually, there are many worse hobbies and interests. Buying a nice watch now and then is relatively pedestrian.

What I want to know is how the guys with boats get away with their hobby!

BRS · 7 February 2009, 10:42 AM

No problems after I bought her a 31mm DJ.

GinGinD · 7 February 2009, 11:20 AM

Well, my husband is a little fuzzy as to exactly what my midsize DJ cost, and I haven't yet broken the news to him about the vintage Rollie I have on layaway. The conversation when that little beauty finally makes it home is going to be interesting. But he does find the watch forum, watch research, and watch talk pretty funny. He not only doesn't get it, he doesn't even wear a watch himself.

Jeannie

gmh1013 · 7 February 2009, 11:33 AM

My wife does not mind to much ...she prefers Omega and bought herself a TT Deville
I bought her a Tissot for everyday and Wells Fargo gave her a Movado for 15years.
and an OmegaTT Constellation for retirement
Her fav watch in my collection is Elec blue Seamaster

redshirt1957 · 7 February 2009, 11:58 AM

The wife and I have an agreement. When ever I buy a watch, she does not have to have sex for a year with me.

Mrdi · 7 February 2009, 12:02 PM

Mine became hooked as well, she now has 2 .

cars4life · 7 February 2009, 01:19 PM

What does my woman think of my watch obsession?... TRF makes it worst since she catches me on the website most of the time!!

jnkay · 7 February 2009, 01:21 PM

My wife is responsible for turning me on to watches ("you need a nice watch"). Four years ago, I didn't even know what a rolex looked like, and I rarely wore a watch ("who needs a watch when you can just look at your cell phone?"). My wife bought me a movado. Then the madness started. She knew I had my eye on a TT blue sub, and she got it for me. Very cool. I told her that was the end all be all, and now I'm done. Ya. She grudgingly went along with my Daytona purchase just a year later, and only then because it was my 40th birthday. Of course, that REALLY was the grail watch and I was done. Now, after the SS sub, GMT IIc and yachtmaster, she wishes she never bought me that Movado. She doesn't understand the watch thing, or why I need more than one, but she also hasn't said I can never get another. Just not anytime soon...

MMB0210 · 7 February 2009, 01:44 PM

I bought my husband's first Rolex one week ago...he loves watches..but he doesn't understand my TRF obsession!!!

chenx15 · 7 February 2009, 01:48 PM

my gf understands and she wants one the only problem i have is i hang out too much here in trf

gtbike72 · 7 February 2009, 02:05 PM

My wife thinks I have a serious problem, and need professional help.
Few nights ago the wife and I felt a little frisky, so we broke out a dirty DVD
we started watching it a few minutes went by and all of a sudden I grab the remote control and I told her check this out I believe the guy is wearing a Rolex I hit the rewind and to the disappointment it was a fake.

cpsomas · 7 February 2009, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtbike72

My wife thinks I have a serious problem, and need professional help.
Few nights ago the wife and I felt a little frisky, so we broke out a dirty DVD
we started watching it a few minutes went by and all of a sudden I grab the remote control and I told her check this out I believe the guy is wearing a Rolex I hit the rewind and to the disappointment it was a fake.

That is so awesome.

GinGinD · 7 February 2009, 02:22 PM

Pretty sure the Rolex wasn't the only thing in that DVD that's fake!

Jeannie

East Bay Rider · 7 February 2009, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtbike72

My wife thinks I have a serious problem, and need professional help.
Few nights ago the wife and I felt a little frisky, so we broke out a dirty DVD
we started watching it a few minutes went by and all of a sudden I grab the remote control and I told her check this out I believe the guy is wearing a Rolex I hit the rewind and to the disappointment it was a fake.

At least something in that movie was exciting and stimulating

East Bay Rider · 7 February 2009, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtbike72

My wife thinks I have a serious problem, and need professional help.
Few nights ago the wife and I felt a little frisky, so we broke out a dirty DVD
we started watching it a few minutes went by and all of a sudden I grab the remote control and I told her check this out I believe the guy is wearing a Rolex I hit the rewind and to the disappointment it was a fake.

So the actor was "exposed"?

East Bay Rider · 7 February 2009, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtbike72

My wife thinks I have a serious problem, and need professional help.
Few nights ago the wife and I felt a little frisky, so we broke out a dirty DVD
we started watching it a few minutes went by and all of a sudden I grab the remote control and I told her check this out I believe the guy is wearing a Rolex I hit the rewind and to the disappointment it was a fake.

So, what, besides watches, did you compare?

mfer · 7 February 2009, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MMB0210

I bought my husband's first Rolex one week ago...he loves watches..but he doesn't understand my TRF obsession!!!

TRF obsession. You look to be somewhat new. Welcome!

mfer · 7 February 2009, 03:03 PM

She's pretty supportive. Just thinks I spend too much is all. It is always a conversation, what is my next watch....

bodybump · 7 February 2009, 03:19 PM

its about time somebody ask...My wife doesnt understand it..but if i sell something she understands it....samething when she buys purses and shoes....i dont understand it too. why so many..i mean TOO MANY!!!!! so i guess we are just even...hahahaha

bodybump · 7 February 2009, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MMB0210

I bought my husband's first Rolex one week ago...he loves watches..but he doesn't understand my TRF obsession!!!

Magda this is so funny...i thought it should be the other way around...now he has his first rolex he can now stay on the side....i think you should let him join the forum...we are more gladly to welcome here..

7 February 2009, 09:06 AM	#1
Swi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Ryan Location: Cork, Ireland Watch: Sub LV Posts: 28	What Does Your Woman Think Of Your Watch Obsession?!? Hey Fellas or Ladies, What does your partner think of your watch obsession? My wife cannot fully understand what I see in watches. In fairness though, she authorized my last buy. And then she said, "this is the last time"!(No criticism from any of you on this one! Marriage is a two way street.) Let me know if you feel like you're tip toeing around every time you open up that new Rolex Brochure and price list or if you find yourself looking over your shoulder anytime your logging on to TRF. Can I get some support from you guys out there on TRF on this one!? Please let me know I am not alone! Please feel free to let my wife know I am not mad!!!!! __________________ LV Sub Omega PO Omega Aqua Terra TT

7 February 2009, 09:45 AM	#4
swissautopro "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: South Carolina Watch: 3.3M 1655 Mk I Posts: 2,384	My wife thinks my watch obsession (that's what it is) is great. In fact, she bought my Longines for me out of the blue. When she graduated from medical school, she bought herself an Omega Seamaster that she loves. In fact, I think she wants a Rolex, which I intend to get for her soon. __________________ "A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a bandit, and scarcity like an armed man." Proverbs 24 "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than open your mouth and remove all doubt." Unknown "Better to be a nobody and yet have a servant than pretend to be somebody and have no food." Proverbs 12

7 February 2009, 09:56 AM	#7
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,074	I always had cheapo watches before she bought me my GMT. I always liked watches and wanted an automatic. Now she thinks I should be satisfied with one. I love this watch and will never get rid of it but I like others too and would like to expand my "collection" (of one). __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

7 February 2009, 09:57 AM	#8
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	My wife is fine with it. She has a couple nice ones too. Now, the girl who sat beside me at a Charity event last night, thought I was on par with a comic book geek. She noticed the Panerai and started asking questions about it. I might have well been speaking in a foreign language to her. I tried putting it in female terms ( clothing, handbags, shoes) but she wasn't in to any of those. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

7 February 2009, 10:29 AM	#10
BLSampson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bryan Location: Kansas City, MO Watch: TT Blue Submariner Posts: 930	As long as I get the dishes done, she is fine with me looking at watches. __________________ Yoboman "People sleep safely in their beds at night because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf."

7 February 2009, 09:16 AM	#2
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	My wife does not mind, in fact she has bought some watches for me.

7 February 2009, 09:41 AM	#3
cpsomas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lower 48 Watch: SMP 2254.50 Posts: 337	My wife doesn't understand the watch obsession either. My trick is to buy her a significant gift first (jewelry, purses, etc), then bring home the new Rolex. Obviously this isn’t a common occurrence as I don’t have the funds to support two habits, but it has worked for the three watches I have purchased like a charm!

7 February 2009, 09:51 AM	#5
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	my wife doesn't mind. In fact she always suggest we should go look at watches whenever we go past one. One brand she can not stand is Tag. She has already picked out a tt rose gold date just for me but I'm trying to get her to like a daytona at the moment. Don't think she would like a rolex though. She is an omega girl. She loves her seamaster aqua terra and speedy date. She was looking at the constillation not too long ago.

7 February 2009, 10:07 AM	#9
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	I'll chime in, though my situation is a bit different since I have to 'hear it' from my HUSBAND! We've had countless 'discussions' (OK, I mean arguments! ) over the years about my watch obsession.....when we met, he had an $80 Citizen and I had just bought my first fine watch, a Cartier Tank Francais mid-size. He couldn't believe that I spent over $2k for a watch!!! Years later, while I'm STILL the WIS, he's been somewhat converted...he sports a Sub Date now that he adores! But I still have to hear it when I so much as mention thinking about another Rolex.....

7 February 2009, 10:37 AM	#11
karwath "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: 216570 white Posts: 521	So long as the watches to jewelry ration is 1:10, one should do fine. Actually, there are many worse hobbies and interests. Buying a nice watch now and then is relatively pedestrian. What I want to know is how the guys with boats get away with their hobby!

7 February 2009, 10:42 AM	#12
BRS "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Ben Location: Melbourne, Aust Posts: 11	No problems after I bought her a 31mm DJ.

7 February 2009, 11:20 AM	#13
GinGinD Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jeannie Location: North Carolina Posts: 533	Well, my husband is a little fuzzy as to exactly what my midsize DJ cost, and I haven't yet broken the news to him about the vintage Rollie I have on layaway. The conversation when that little beauty finally makes it home is going to be interesting. But he does find the watch forum, watch research, and watch talk pretty funny. He not only doesn't get it, he doesn't even wear a watch himself. Jeannie

7 February 2009, 11:33 AM	#14
gmh1013 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: greg Location: Tempe AZ Watch: GMT Posts: 5,703	My wife does not mind to much ...she prefers Omega and bought herself a TT Deville I bought her a Tissot for everyday and Wells Fargo gave her a Movado for 15years. and an OmegaTT Constellation for retirement Her fav watch in my collection is Elec blue Seamaster

7 February 2009, 11:58 AM	#15
redshirt1957 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Bubba Location: Bitsyville! Watch: Blue YM today! Posts: 10,053	The wife and I have an agreement. When ever I buy a watch, she does not have to have sex for a year *with me*.

7 February 2009, 12:02 PM	#16
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	Mine became hooked as well, she now has 2 .

7 February 2009, 01:19 PM	#17
cars4life Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 132	What does my woman think of my watch obsession?... TRF makes it worst since she catches me on the website most of the time!!

7 February 2009, 01:21 PM	#18
jnkay "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: South Florida, US Watch: du jour Posts: 1,815	My wife is responsible for turning me on to watches ("you need a nice watch"). Four years ago, I didn't even know what a rolex looked like, and I rarely wore a watch ("who needs a watch when you can just look at your cell phone?"). My wife bought me a movado. Then the madness started. She knew I had my eye on a TT blue sub, and she got it for me. Very cool. I told her that was the end all be all, and now I'm done. Ya. She grudgingly went along with my Daytona purchase just a year later, and only then because it was my 40th birthday. Of course, that REALLY was the grail watch and I was done. Now, after the SS sub, GMT IIc and yachtmaster, she wishes she never bought me that Movado. She doesn't understand the watch thing, or why I need more than one, but she also hasn't said I can never get another. Just not anytime soon...

7 February 2009, 01:44 PM	#19
MMB0210 Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Magda Location: Chicago Posts: 39	I bought my husband's first Rolex one week ago...he loves watches..but he doesn't understand my TRF obsession!!!

7 February 2009, 01:48 PM	#20
chenx15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: somewhere Posts: 2,891	my gf understands and she wants one the only problem i have is i hang out too much here in trf __________________ 16 GS Titles 16 AMS titles (1 short of Agassi) 23 Consecutive GS semifinals 17/18 of the last GS finals, 237 consecutive weeks #1 5 consecutive wimbledon + 1 = 6 cups 5 consecutive US open 4 Australian open 1 Sweet french open a crown for every achievement The Greatest Of All Time loves Rolex

7 February 2009, 02:05 PM	#21
gtbike72 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: j Location: LA Posts: 1,144	My wife thinks I have a serious problem, and need professional help. Few nights ago the wife and I felt a little frisky, so we broke out a dirty DVD we started watching it a few minutes went by and all of a sudden I grab the remote control and I told her check this out I believe the guy is wearing a Rolex I hit the rewind and to the disappointment it was a fake. __________________

7 February 2009, 02:22 PM	#23
GinGinD Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jeannie Location: North Carolina Posts: 533	Pretty sure the Rolex wasn't the only thing in that DVD that's fake! Jeannie

7 February 2009, 03:03 PM	#28
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	She's pretty supportive. Just thinks I spend too much is all. It is always a conversation, what is my next watch.... __________________ member#3242

7 February 2009, 03:19 PM	#29
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	its about time somebody ask...My wife doesnt understand it..but if i sell something she understands it....samething when she buys purses and shoes....i dont understand it too. why so many..i mean TOO MANY!!!!! so i guess we are just even...hahahaha __________________

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