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piglet · 15 November 2021, 09:43 AM

As far back as I can remember, I always was intrigued by Rolex. When visiting my Grandparents home I would read their National Geographic magazines with excitement to read about a new culture and to see pictures of far-off distant locations. I remember reading the Rolex ads - showing explores, divers, and adventurers braving the elements all the while wearing a Rolex. I knew I had to have one.

When I joined the Marine Corps in 1992, I had the opportunity to purchase a new 14060 at the exchange for $1,500. I passed because back then that amount was my entire monthly salary. So, I decided I would start saving to eventually get my first Rolex.

As a Marine Aviator, I knew I wanted a GMT Master II and in 1997 I purchased my first Rolex for $3500 I wanted a tool watch - rugged, reliable, iconic, and something to be proud to wear in uniform. My 16710 W-series is now turning 25-years old and it has been to 32 countries. I keep a log-book on my iPhone of my watches for maintenance and all the countries they have been to as well as special events they have attended.

Because of this forum, I was compelled to seek out a 16600 as it was always referred to as the most robustly build Rolex at the time. I blame (padi56) for of all his stores about his 16600, so in 2007, I purchased my second Rolex for $5000 a Z-model. It has been to 25 countries and I was very content with my two 5-digit tin-can clasp bracelets Rolex’s.

Then once again, after reading all the reviews this year of the 124060, I was once again compelled to seek out one as a retirement gift to myself. I went through DavidSW and was very satisfied with the entire purchasing process. The 124060 has quickly moved into my number 1 spot and see’s the most wrist-time. I am all set with my tool watches for the near term and cherish the memories, scratches, dings, and gouges they have accumulated over the years of hard use.

What motivated you to be a Rolex owner and have you worn your watch to it’s fullest? Looking forward to read your stories.

15 November 2021, 09:43 AM	#1
piglet "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Tampa Watch: 16710/16600/124060 Posts: 63	What motivated you to buy your first Rolex? As far back as I can remember, I always was intrigued by Rolex. When visiting my Grandparents home I would read their National Geographic magazines with excitement to read about a new culture and to see pictures of far-off distant locations. I remember reading the Rolex ads - showing explores, divers, and adventurers braving the elements all the while wearing a Rolex. I knew I had to have one. When I joined the Marine Corps in 1992, I had the opportunity to purchase a new 14060 at the exchange for $1,500. I passed because back then that amount was my entire monthly salary. So, I decided I would start saving to eventually get my first Rolex. As a Marine Aviator, I knew I wanted a GMT Master II and in 1997 I purchased my first Rolex for $3500 I wanted a tool watch - rugged, reliable, iconic, and something to be proud to wear in uniform. My 16710 W-series is now turning 25-years old and it has been to 32 countries. I keep a log-book on my iPhone of my watches for maintenance and all the countries they have been to as well as special events they have attended. Because of this forum, I was compelled to seek out a 16600 as it was always referred to as the most robustly build Rolex at the time. I blame (padi56) for of all his stores about his 16600, so in 2007, I purchased my second Rolex for $5000 a Z-model. It has been to 25 countries and I was very content with my two 5-digit tin-can clasp bracelets Rolex’s. Then once again, after reading all the reviews this year of the 124060, I was once again compelled to seek out one as a retirement gift to myself. I went through DavidSW and was very satisfied with the entire purchasing process. The 124060 has quickly moved into my number 1 spot and see’s the most wrist-time. I am all set with my tool watches for the near term and cherish the memories, scratches, dings, and gouges they have accumulated over the years of hard use. What motivated you to be a Rolex owner and have you worn your watch to it’s fullest? Looking forward to read your stories.

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