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21 June 2008, 08:38 AM | #1 |
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Tap Tap Tap
I took the family to the beach for a few days this week. The first night, as we strolled the boardwalk eating candy beach goodies, my daughter produced a sizable rock that she had found in the surf. For some reason, she thought it would be fun to tap the rock on the crystal of my Sea-Dweller, and not gently.
My wife saw it and gasped, but I knew the saphire was fine without even looking. Even thought it survived the rock, sand in the clasp and other light torture, next time I'm wearing a G-shock or Ironman. |
21 June 2008, 08:39 AM | #2 |
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oh my god, you are a better man than I am for keeping your cool... and I consider myself patient with the urchins hijinks.
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21 June 2008, 08:44 AM | #3 |
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Whoa! I cringed when I read this!
I am glad the crystal of your SD survived this. Actually, it could have broken.
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21 June 2008, 08:48 AM | #4 |
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AARRGGHHHHH
Unbelievable - but glad it took such harsh treatment. Must be a tough cookie.
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21 June 2008, 08:50 AM | #5 |
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Has the daughter recovered from her injuries.
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21 June 2008, 08:51 AM | #6 |
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I'm sure Dwelly was just fine
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21 June 2008, 09:23 AM | #7 |
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Right on way to be family is worth more than a Rolex I would trade all of mine for any one family member. Years ago my daughter broke my crystal on tile. I ssaid so what bought another crystal and took her to Toy R Us.
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21 June 2008, 09:27 AM | #8 |
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Did someone say Tap, Tap, Tap?
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21 June 2008, 09:30 AM | #9 | |
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But she has had her "Rocks Hurt Rolexes" warning.... Rocks make Daddy's Rolex cry. |
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21 June 2008, 09:30 AM | #10 |
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Or was it (potentially):
Rock > crystal crunch > $400
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21 June 2008, 09:31 AM | #11 |
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More than that, Neil. If there's a "crunch" then it's a FULL SERVICE for sure!!
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Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!! |
21 June 2008, 09:34 AM | #12 |
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I think I would not have reacted so nicely. Good for you for keeping your cool
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21 June 2008, 09:58 AM | #13 |
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Your a good Dad Ed! Jim
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21 June 2008, 10:48 AM | #14 |
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I don't have children for many reasons however if I did I would chairish them many times more than any of my Rolex's or any other material thing.
I would however explain the proper treatment of things that weren't her's. |
21 June 2008, 10:52 AM | #15 |
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Glad the crystal survived the ordeal. Make sure you thoroughly rinse your SD. Turn the water on high to let the water pressure flush out the bracelet and any sand from beneath the bezel. Don't worry too much... the SD was made for the ocean.
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DOH!! Sean
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21 June 2008, 11:24 AM | #17 |
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No worries Ed, Rollies are tougher than most people can imagine; its meant to take the abuse. Just soak the watch for a few, toothbrush it with warm soapy water and you are good to go. Scratches are inevitable.
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21 June 2008, 11:32 AM | #18 |
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Ed, I like your reaction to your daughter just having fun. Says a lot about you.
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21 June 2008, 12:17 PM | #19 |
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21 June 2008, 12:41 PM | #20 |
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Reminds me of a time when my son who was 4 at the time... Grabbed my Rolex from the Dinning Table and threw it as far as he could... It landed in the about 10 feet away from him...
And not a scratch on the Rolex... it still kept great time... Must say Rolex really to build tough quality.
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21 June 2008, 12:45 PM | #21 |
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All my children have done something like that.........ONCE.
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21 June 2008, 04:11 PM | #23 |
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I've experienced the same thing with my kids too
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